Holiday rentals in Noupoort

To see the workings of a multi-generational family farm, stay in a 170 year old house with beautiful high-quality furniture and fittings, and engage with a kind and gentle-natured farmer and his wife…was wonderful. A gentle desert rain arrived as we got there and set the tone for one of the most restful holidays we have ever had. The farmer’s 2 dogs popped in every now and again and made themselves part of the family. Richard and Anika were accommodating and quick to sort out anything we asked for. The house was spotlessly clean and filled with history from the 1800s. There was a sense of warmth with the people living / working on the farm as well. The drive to Nieu Bethesda was around 15min going up a gorgeous gentle pass which presented something new every time we travelled. The highlight of the stay was walking up the hill behind the house and sitting on the bench overlooking the farm, valley, and mountains at sunset. Thank you Richard and Anika (our kids say hi).

Natasha’s place is absolutely spectacular, surrounded by beautiful nature and a wide variety of animals. It’s the perfect retreat for families, couples, and dogs, with plenty of space to relax and enjoy the outdoors in total freedom. Natasha was incredibly kind and welcoming, and we also want to warmly thank the housekeeper, who took great care of us and helped us so much during our stay. It was truly a wonderful experience that we highly recommend to anyone looking for peace, nature, and genuine hospitality.

I usually take the traditional route between Cape Town and Johannesburg, stopping in Colesberg or Richmond. This time, I explored a new path and discovered Nieu-Bethesda—a hidden gem. The town’s gravel roads, fantastic restaurants, free-roaming horses, and the sound of owls at night created a magical atmosphere, especially while enjoying incredible lamb dishes. The highlight was my stay at Ludolf and Carla’s Airbnb. Their beautifully restored, pet-friendly home is tastefully decorated and equipped with every comfort. Thoughtful touches—welcome sherry, luxurious bedding, Africalogic amenities, homemade rusks, and fresh milk—made me feel truly pampered. Their property also features a stunning underground cellar for special events. Ludolf and Carla provided excellent communication and a detailed town map. Their hospitality, combined with Nieu-Bethesda’s charm, made this an unforgettable experience. I’m officially a fan and will definitely be back!

Excellent host and beautifully curated space. Will definitely be back.

This is a most peaceful and private farm cottage at the end of a very private road in a beautiful valley near Graaff-Reinet. You are in a biosphere farming environment where considerable effort is made at preserving the natural flora and fauna of the area. There is a lovely track from the farm cottage up onto the escarpment with never ending view’s across the Camdeboo. We had a most relaxing and peaceful stay there and would love to be there for longer next time. Thank you Tanya for making that special part of the world available for guests to experience.

The farmhouse is beautiful and the Karoo is fantastic. The house is well equipped, very spacious and was a perfect stopover for us and our Basset Hounds. Anneen is sorting out a more permanent solution for the power which is currently limited to some lights that run off batteries. This will make it more convenient, although, in my opinion the lack of electricity in the house enhanced the feeling of isolation and we relaxed immediately. Even though the house is 36km from the N1, the gravel road is in a good condition and travelling on it poses no issues. I can wholeheartedly recommend the farmhouse to anyone and if ainhave the opportunity again, I will definitely make use of Anneens hospitality.

Had an amazing stay! The hosts are super nice.

It's difficult to overstate how incredible this place is. The Rest Farm is an incredible oasis in the Karoo, and Shepherd's Cottage is a beautiful old farmhouse, comfortable, private, and peaceful with all the amenities - it would be easy to stay here a week or even a month. The sunsets, the walks, the birds, the river nearby. Paula and Ian's hospitality was second to none - their house is right nearby and they provided milk and bread from their farm, tea, and wonderful conversation. And a dip in the water reservoir behind their house. This place is an absolute treasure and we're hoping to come back as soon as we can.