Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse Highlights

Lodge type; Lodge
Location; Tulbagh
Lodge size; 5 rooms
Recommended stay; 2-5 nights

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse Information

One hour from Cape Town
Breakfasts and dinners
High tea
Nature drives
Viewing the disease-free buffalo
The Quagga Project

Introduction

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse is unique. There are only five bedrooms in this small hotel, the original homestead on a large private estate which is both a working wheat and sheep farm and a nature reserve with a spectacular mountain backdrop.

Bartholomeus Klip Lodge, in this unexplored region only an hour by car from Cape Town's international airport, you can feel part of the peaceful life of rural South Africa and its clean, crisp air and star-filled night skies.

Reserve Information

The Elandsberg Private Nature Reserve was declared a provincial nature reserve in 2008 in recognition of its importance to conservation. Its botanical value is incalculable since it preserves the largest remaining portions of two highly threatened Renosterveld and Fynbos plant communities.

Ten thousand acres of private nature reserve with over 500 head of game, a working farm with wheat and flocks of sheep on one side and the other buffalo, zebra, and tortoise breeding project;

No more than ten guests at a time enjoy walking, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and birdwatching, or just to switch off and relax.

Rooms and Suites

Each of the comfortable bedrooms of this Tulbagh Lodge, with their specially made bed linen, generous reading lamps and views onto the garden, has its distinctive style and returning guests often ask for their particular favourite.

The separate suite, converted from farm outbuildings, is spacious and inviting, with a private verandah looking out over the reserve and up to the mountains.

Here you can sit in the evening and imagine yourself in the African heartland, listening to the clattering calls of the guinea fowl as the daylight fades and the owls begin to hoot their night-time warnings.

Cuisine and Wine

The food - in the French tradition but with a local flavour - is one of the highlights of a stay at Bartholomeus Klip.

The dedicated chefs in the kitchen have ensured that as many as possible of the ingredients they use come from the area, such as the locally-produced salmon trout and lamb, and the menus are varied and imaginative.

Lodge Facilities

The gardens at Bartholomeus Klip flourish in the heat of the long summers. Flowerbeds, old oak trees and extensive lawns surround the house, with loungers enticingly set out under umbrellas on the grass, and benches in secluded places perfect for absorbing the relaxed atmosphere.

A wonderfully large circular farm dam has been converted into an amazing salt-water swimming pool, complete with an extensive wooden deck for sunbathing or enjoying sundowner drinks overlooking the nature reserve, where you may spot the quaggas grazing in the evening light as the setting sun turns the mountains pink behind them.

Safari Activities

There are many different things to do at Bartholomeus Klip, although plenty of our guests love to spend their time with us just switching off. However, if you want to do something more strenuous, we provide mountain bikes for cycling through the reserve or along the farm roads through the wheatfields, and there are plenty of fantastic routes to choose for walks.

Down at the dam, guests can take to the water in canoes, or go windsurfing, trout fishing or birdwatching.

Even the most relaxed guest will want to join the guides on the morning and evening game drives through the reserve, where there is always something different to discover.

Family Friendly

Families and children are most certainly welcome, with numerous activities on offer.

Shark Cage Diving Cape Town

Experience the majesty of one of nature's most magnificent creatures with shark cage diving in Cape Town. With "Shark Diving", you can get up close and personal with great white sharks as they swim around the boat looking for bait.

Whether you want to dive yourself or just observe from the deck, this thrilling activity offers a unique opportunity to appreciate these powerful animals in their natural habitat.

You will also learn more about how humans are affecting their environment and why conservation efforts are essential for protecting them.
Shark Cage Diving Cape Town
Kirstenbosch, Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is one of the most beautiful and diverse gardens in Cape Town. With its sprawling 1,300 acres of land, Kirstenbosch offers a journey of the senses with its vibrant flowers, lush greenery and an array of birdlife.

For those looking for a unique experience, take on the Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway - an elevated walkway that provides stunning views across the gardens.
Kirstenbosch, Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway
Design in Cape Town

Cape Town is experiencing an exciting wave of investment, community involvement and physical regeneration due to its designation as the World Design Capital 2014.

This has been evident in the seaside suburb of Muizenberg, where dead corners and buildings have been transformed into vibrant areas full of life.

The murals, sculptures and shops that are popping up all over town are a testament to the power of good design and art in revitalising this once down-at-heel resort.
Design in Cape Town
Climbing Table Mountain

Table Mountain is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cape Town, and with the Aerial Cableway closed for a few weeks, now is the perfect time to explore its many paths.

A hike up Skeleton Gorge provides an opportunity to experience nature's beauty while gathering breathtaking views along the way.

With record numbers of visitors coming to Cape Town due to its designation as World Design Capital 2014, and inclusion as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, it is no wonder why this city has been gaining so much attention.
Climbing Table Mountain
Horse Riding in Cape Town

Experience an unforgettable adventure and explore the beauty of Cape Town by horseback.

Just a short drive from the centre of town, you will find Noordhoek – a sleepy community known for its stunning beach that stretches for over eight kilometres and is bordered by wetlands, Chapmans Peak and Kommetjie lighthouse.

Sleepy Hollow Horse Riding offers outrides on this beach where you can ride through dunes, trot across pools of water and even visit the skeletal remains of an old steamship wreck!
Horse Riding in Cape Town
Cape Town Kite Festival

The 19th annual Cape Town Kite Festival was held at the beginning of November in Muizenberg, bringing together over 20,000 people for a two-day event.

The festival featured stunt kiting exhibitions, Japanese-inspired Rokkaku kite battles, and a Heritage Kite Competition that encouraged children to build South African swallow or bat-style kites from scratch.

In addition to the fun activities on offer, the festival also supports Cape Mental Health charity and provides an opportunity for local businesses and visitors alike to experience the beauty of Cape Town and Muizenberg.
Cape Town Kite Festival
Helicopter Flight over Cape Town

Experience the beauty of Cape Town from a whole new perspective with an amazing Helicopter Flight over the city!

Get ready to take off and explore the stunning coastline, Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach and more - all while taking in spectacular views that can only be seen from above.

Soar through the skies on a 12-13 minute flight or opt for one of the longer flights available to Hout Bay, Cape Point or even out to the Cape Winelands.
Helicopter Flight over Cape Town
Norval Foundation South Africa

With its dynamic atmosphere and captivating art, Norval Foundation in Cape Town offers a unique experience for all ages who appreciate the beauty of art.

No matter who you are, the Norval Foundation has something to astound and delight! From spectacular exhibitions to an expansive sculpture garden featuring one-of-a-kind pieces, as well as a selection of educational workshops for kids - it is all here waiting.
Norval Foundation South Africa