Skilpad Manor in Van Wyksdorp. 4 out of 5. 2 ratings. 2 user reviews.
Description
Skilpad Manor is a charming karoo-style farm house in Van Wyksdorp. The house accommodates up to 8 people and is a wonderful escape from the big city.
The main bedroom has a queen-size bed and the second bedroom has twin beds. The third and fourth bedrooms are linked, which means that the only access to the fourth bedroom is via the third bedroom. The third bedroom has three single beds and the fourth bedroom, a queen-size bed. The house has a full bathroom as well as an outside loo with an adjoining shower for the summer months.
The house has a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering purposes as well as a dishwasher for added convenience. An outside fireplace is ideal for a braai. The house has a lounge area where guests can relax. Should they wish for DStv, guests can bring their own decoders and smart cards. All linen and towels are provided.
Skilpad Manor grows and produces jams, chutneys and olives which guests are able to purchase, to truly enjoy the country experience. Firewood is also available for purchase. Van Wyksdorp has limited shops, but do have a lovely coffee shoppe/restaurant. Van Wyksdorp is ideal for those looking to relax in the spendour of the Karoo and enjoy activities like hiking and mountain biking.
2 Reviews for Skilpad Manor in Van Wyksdorp
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Skilpad Manor in Van Wyksdorp Reviewed by Lesley Van Reenen, South Africa on . Stay at Skilpad ManorA wonderful restful time away in the Karoo in a magnificent old house.
Skilpad Manor in Van Wyksdorp Reviewed by Peter Lor, South Africa on . Chilling at Skilpad ManorSkilpad Manor is a beautiful old house in the tiny, out-of-the-way village of Vanwyksdorp, where things do not seem to have changed much for some decades: no fancy boutiques, no expensive restaurants (although one can have a good coffee, brunch or lunch at the Barking Frog, or coffee at the ironically named "Mall"), no kitschy tourist traps. The local people are friendly and greet everybody they pass in the streets.
The house itself, set in a large, shady well-kept garden, has loads of atmosphere and has a well equipped kitchen. There is a refreshing absence of the "Dos and don'ts" notices found in so many self-catering establishments. The house sleeps at least eight, but finicky city dwellers will have to do without en-suite bathrooms, as their parents or grandparents before them. The accommodation would be best suited to families or close friends. A place to relax, read a book, go for walks, and soak up the Little Karroo scenery.
