Karoo- Retreat

About the space

Karoo Retreat was Est. in 2011.

Karoo Retreat is situated on half a hectar land in the heart of the beautiful historical town called Oudtshoorn, conveniently close to both the Garden Route and Route 62. Our luxury self-catering villa accommodation offers a unique base from which to enjoy and explore the beauty of the Western Cape. The uniqueness of Karoo Retreat is the serene space surrounded by thorn trees and olive trees in a very peaceful safe area 1km from the centre …

The feeling at Karoo Retreat is a mix of authentic Karoo ambiance tangible between traditional stone walls and whitewashed buildings. The interior is very minimalistic and modern. The stylish and spacious villas overlook a refreshing 20 meter lap pool,a feature Karoo Retreat is loved for. Karoo Retreat is ideal for a romantic stay over or a business trip or a family break away. The Villas have a fully equipped kitchenette with necessary items.

Services we cater for includes, Breakfast (a la carte menu) Spa Treatments (massages must be booked in advance)

Villas and Units

LUXURY SELF CATERING VILLA

Karoo Retreat’s Luxury Self Catering Villa’s sleep 4 people comfortably.

PRICES per night from R1000 – R1650

COMFORT FAMILY UNIT

Karoo Retreat’s Luxury Units sleep 3 people

PRICES per night from R900 – R1500

1 BEDROOM FAMILY UNITS

Karoo Retreat’s Luxury 1 Bedroom Units sleep 3 people

PRICES per night from R1400 – R1900

STANDARD DOUBLE ROOM

Karoo Retreat’s Standard Double Room sleep 2 people comfortably.

PRICES per night from R750 00- R1250

FAMILY 2 BEDROOM UNIT

Karoo Retreat’s Standard Double Room sleeps 4 people comfortably.

PRICES per night from R1650 – R2500

To Do

The GOLDEN MILE of the Karoo.


Experience the #cango wildlife variety of universal species.
Stop at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge to feed the Elephants and to watch the Meerkat family awake in the early morning. 
Enjoy the beautiful view of  #surval Olive Estate. 
Stop over @ #karusa for wine and beer tasting. 
Stop for a walk in the herbal garden @ Schoemanshoek Church
Gin Tasting is just before the Cango Caves #blackmountaingin.
Go on a tour @ #cangoostrich farm
A great stop for younger kids – Animal farm and activities #wilgewandel.
Donkey cart and camel rides with a lot of water-sport. Last stop the world famous #cango caves.
Turn left and experience the #swartbergpass to Prins Albert and spend the day in this beautiful village.
Prins Albert’s cheese factory, a lot of antique shops, coffee shops and galleries.
A must is #lazylizzards chocolate cake.
Head back to #karooretreat through #meiringspoort and do a quick 15 min walk to the waterfall. 

Next day from the #karooretreat head to Calitzdorp.
Stop at there 3 Wine farms #dekrans #boplaas #calitzdorpwinecellars
Drive up to Calitzdorp Dam with a bottle of wine and a picnic basket and stop for this spectacular view.
Best cake in Calitzdorp and homemade bread is at #roseofthekarooBest lamb pizza in S.A is @ #debakhuis
Walk through Calitzdorp’s Nursery in the main street – a great experience.

Next day head to Mosselbaai – Mossel Bay
Book your Sailing trip on #sailingkiyana with us www.kiyana.co.za and sail around #sealisland and the Point.
Experience the longest zipline over the ocean in the southern hemisphere.
Hidden gem for the best chicken snitzel in S.A #dolfsestasie
#sharkdivewalk the
#stblaizetrail
#diazmuseum

Breakfast

Enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast made specially for you, some of our choices include
English breakfast or French Toast, Omelette with fillings of your choice
Healthy fruit bowl with seasonal fruit muesli / granola.

Contact Us

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Feel free to contact Us

+27 79 015 0185
Email: 
info@karoo-retreat.co.za

Feel free to contact us for more information, you can also make a reservation by going to our Bookings page.

We have been Graded by TGCSA (Tourism Grading Council South Africa)