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Tankwa River Lodge

Tankwa Karoo,
Karoo, Northern Cape
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DESCRIPTION

Hanpicked for you...

Tankwa River Lodge, is ideal for those that want to get away and have some real down time! The 300-year-old homestead is off-grid but the house has solar lights, romantic candles and paraffin lanterns (which for me is already half way to slowing down). But as soon as you head out to Sutherland, at the turn off at Matjiesfontein, the ancient Karoo landscape works its magic. The road weaves through harsh but beautiful hills, opening up as you cross the boundary into the Northern Cape and head left on 33kms of dirt road, ending at Blaauwheuwel Farm. Open the gate and follow the white stones downhill, past the quiver tree and curious horses, until you reach the historic werf, at the heart of this 2 500 hectare Karoo farm.

A surprisingly lush garden of succulents, pistachio-coloured fever trees and succulents greets you, and if you arrive at dusk, the firepit will be blazing with a welcoming fire in the outdoor firepit, always the gathering point until late into the night, when the brightest stars blaze above in the blackest skies. And when everyone’s ready to turn in, the old farmhouse has plenty of open fireplaces and thick throws to keep toes toasty till morning. But summer evenings are a balmy affair and doors and windows are flung open wide to welcome in the freshest farm air imaginable. Nights are sometimes punctuated with farm sounds of honking geese, pigs settling down and horses clip clopping by.

Tankwa River Lodge is an eclectic mix of many beautiful collectables. The owners have been gathering treasures over time with old cupboards and shelves stacked with vintage kitchenware, kelims and antique rugs covering the stone floor and Nguni hides over the simple screed. Life has stood still here for certain, but not the lifestyle! You’ll find all modern comforts and want for nothing, as it’s a much-loved hideaway.

We had the hottest weather and it was almost the middle of winter- be ready for anything! Winters are especially freezing cold as this is one of the coldest areas in the country while summers are baking hot. Pack a kikoi and your Havianas.

There is a small welcoming plunge pool which the children spent many an hour lying in to cool off . There is plenty of shade and heaps of comfy laid back couches for reading and board games.

We had to do the 4×4 routes on the farm and enjoyed sundowners watching the sun set over the Karoo landscape. The Tankwa National park is a short drive from here.

Expect to see plenty of game on the farm, it is well stocked with Springbok, Gemsbok and Kudu. This is also home to the Aardvark. A very rare sight indeed. An extra bonus are the 6 beautiful horses that live and roam on the farm.Two are rescue horses and the rest were born here. At 5pm they arrive for their food much to the delight of the children and adults alike.

Good news is that dogs are very welcome.

Coffee Table Book:
Tankwa River Lodge is one of the hideaways featured in our Perfect Hideaways in South Africa coffee table book.

PHCoverFront lowres
This book celebrates hideaways, identifying precisely what it is that makes a holiday home ‘perfect’. From bush to beach, from city to wilderness, Perfect Hideaways in South Africa features a range of holiday homes that, by virtue of the peculiarities of their locations and distinguishing interiors, offer varieties of experiences.

Click here for more details.

DETAILS
person
Max 12 guests
bed
6 Bedrooms
bath
5 Bathrooms

Sleeping

• 1 x bedroom (king)
En-suite bathroom with bath
• 1 x bedroom (queen)
En-suite bathroom with shower
• 1 x bedroom (queen)
En-suite bathroom with shower
• 1 x bedroom (twin singles)
En-suite bathroom
• 1 x bedroom (queen)
Shared bathroom with bath & shower
• 1 x bedroom (twin singles)
Shared bathroom with bath & shower

All linen bath & swimming towels provided

Living

• Oven (gas)
• Stove (gas)
• 2 x freezers
• Fridge
• Nespresso machine (please bring pods)

• Blankets & hot water bottles
• 3 x gas heaters
• WiFi
• Serviced (daily)
• Bring your own drinking waters

Relaxing

• BBQ/Braai (built-in)
• Pool (with cover)
• No TV
• Nature walks within the farm

• Bird watching
• Cycling
• Self-drive in the farm

The NItty Gritty

Hideaway Rules

• Smoking outside only
• Child friendly
• Max 12 guests

Safari

• Game drives
• Malaria free

Travel

• Four and half hours from nearest airport
• Lodge access via dirt road
• SUV/high clearance vehicle

RATES

Rates

Please enquire

REVIEWS

What people say about us

It was wonderful, we loved every moment! We could not have had a more special weekend.

Judith & Bernard - Cape Town

Tankwa was lovely, they've done such an amazing job out there! It was very well equipped, with everything you need and I will definitely recommend it.

Laura - Wolsely

We had the best time, thanks for all your help! Our stay at Tankwa River Lodge was a absolutely brilliant. The accommodation and farm exceeded our expectations - it is a truly special place. The house is decorated and laid out with real flair, whilst at the same time paying homage to the uniqueness of the location. Every utensil and facility we need was perfectly provided for. Cecil, the farm manager, was an absolute pleasure to meet and deal with and he and his team went out of their way to ensure we had a great stay, as did Peter the owner. The Tankwa Karoo is an incredibly special part of the country, I really cannot recommend Tanka River Lodge enough as a base from which to experience it.

Alex Weir

We could not ask for a better getaway for Easter. We loved every minute - the beauty, tranquility, silence and lovely farmhouse. Everyone from grownups through teens and kids to dogs had a fabulous time. Cecil and his kind family were very friendly and helpful.

Nicole

We had a wonderful time at Tankwa River Lodge. The kids and dogs were in heaven and we had a very relaxing time! Nicholas and Molly loved to herd and feed the geese every day. Cecil, the farm manager, went out of his way to make us feel welcome. Cecil cooked us a delicious meal the one evening which was nice not having to do anything…..a bit of a treat! We would definitely love to visit again as we have many fond memories of the farm!

Michele

It was lovely as always. We really love the place and will go again. We are the perfect repeat clients (except for the breakages…).

Harold
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Handpicked for you...

Tankwa River Lodge, is ideal for those that want to get away and have some real down time! The 300-year-old homestead is off-grid but the house has solar lights, romantic candles and paraffin lanterns (which for me is already half way to slowing down). But as soon as you head out to Sutherland, at the turn off at Matjiesfontein, the ancient Karoo landscape works its magic. The road weaves through harsh but beautiful hills, opening up as you cross the boundary into the Northern Cape and head left on 33kms of dirt road, ending at Blaauwheuwel Farm. Open the gate and follow the white stones downhill, past the quiver tree and curious horses, until you reach the historic werf, at the heart of this 2 500 hectare Karoo farm.

A surprisingly lush garden of succulents, pistachio-coloured fever trees and succulents greets you, and if you arrive at dusk, the firepit will be blazing with a welcoming fire in the outdoor firepit, always the gathering point until late into the night, when the brightest stars blaze above in the blackest skies. And when everyone’s ready to turn in, the old farmhouse has plenty of open fireplaces and thick throws to keep toes toasty till morning. But summer evenings are a balmy affair and doors and windows are flung open wide to welcome in the freshest farm air imaginable. Nights are sometimes punctuated with farm sounds of honking geese, pigs settling down and horses clip clopping by.

Tankwa River Lodge is an eclectic mix of many beautiful collectables. The owners have been gathering treasures over time with old cupboards and shelves stacked with vintage kitchenware, kelims and antique rugs covering the stone floor and Nguni hides over the simple screed. Life has stood still here for certain, but not the lifestyle! You’ll find all modern comforts and want for nothing, as it’s a much-loved hideaway.

We had the hottest weather and it was almost the middle of winter- be ready for anything! Winters are especially freezing cold as this is one of the coldest areas in the country while summers are baking hot. Pack a kikoi and your Havianas.

There is a small welcoming plunge pool which the children spent many an hour lying in to cool off . There is plenty of shade and heaps of comfy laid back couches for reading and board games.

We had to do the 4×4 routes on the farm and enjoyed sundowners watching the sun set over the Karoo landscape. The Tankwa National park is a short drive from here.

Expect to see plenty of game on the farm, it is well stocked with Springbok, Gemsbok and Kudu. This is also home to the Aardvark. A very rare sight indeed. An extra bonus are the 6 beautiful horses that live and roam on the farm.Two are rescue horses and the rest were born here. At 5pm they arrive for their food much to the delight of the children and adults alike.

Good news is that dogs are very welcome.

Coffee Table Book:
Tankwa River Lodge is one of the hideaways featured in our Perfect Hideaways in South Africa coffee table book.

PHCoverFront lowres
This book celebrates hideaways, identifying precisely what it is that makes a holiday home ‘perfect’. From bush to beach, from city to wilderness, Perfect Hideaways in South Africa features a range of holiday homes that, by virtue of the peculiarities of their locations and distinguishing interiors, offer varieties of experiences.

Click here for more details.

person
Max 12 guests
bed
6 Bedrooms
bath
5 Bathrooms

Sleeping

• 1 x bedroom (king)
En-suite bathroom with bath
• 1 x bedroom (queen)
En-suite bathroom with shower
• 1 x bedroom (queen)
En-suite bathroom with shower
• 1 x bedroom (twin singles)
En-suite bathroom
• 1 x bedroom (queen)
Shared bathroom with bath & shower
• 1 x bedroom (twin singles)
Shared bathroom with bath & shower

All linen bath & swimming towels provided

Living

• Oven (gas)
• Stove (gas)
• 2 x freezers
• Fridge
• Nespresso machine (please bring pods)

• Blankets & hot water bottles
• 3 x gas heaters
• WiFi
• Serviced (daily)
• Bring your own drinking waters

Relaxing

• BBQ/Braai (built-in)
• Pool (with cover)
• No TV
• Nature walks within the farm

• Bird watching
• Cycling
• Self-drive in the farm

The NItty Gritty

Hideaway Rules

• Smoking outside only
• Child friendly
• Max 12 guests

Safari

• Game drives
• Malaria free

Travel

• Four and half hours from nearest airport
• Lodge access via dirt road
• SUV/high clearance vehicle

Rates

Please enquire

What people say about us

It was wonderful, we loved every moment! We could not have had a more special weekend.

Judith & Bernard - Cape Town

Tankwa was lovely, they've done such an amazing job out there! It was very well equipped, with everything you need and I will definitely recommend it.

Laura - Wolsely

We had the best time, thanks for all your help! Our stay at Tankwa River Lodge was a absolutely brilliant. The accommodation and farm exceeded our expectations - it is a truly special place. The house is decorated and laid out with real flair, whilst at the same time paying homage to the uniqueness of the location. Every utensil and facility we need was perfectly provided for. Cecil, the farm manager, was an absolute pleasure to meet and deal with and he and his team went out of their way to ensure we had a great stay, as did Peter the owner. The Tankwa Karoo is an incredibly special part of the country, I really cannot recommend Tanka River Lodge enough as a base from which to experience it.

Alex Weir

We could not ask for a better getaway for Easter. We loved every minute - the beauty, tranquility, silence and lovely farmhouse. Everyone from grownups through teens and kids to dogs had a fabulous time. Cecil and his kind family were very friendly and helpful.

Nicole

We had a wonderful time at Tankwa River Lodge. The kids and dogs were in heaven and we had a very relaxing time! Nicholas and Molly loved to herd and feed the geese every day. Cecil, the farm manager, went out of his way to make us feel welcome. Cecil cooked us a delicious meal the one evening which was nice not having to do anything…..a bit of a treat! We would definitely love to visit again as we have many fond memories of the farm!

Michele

It was lovely as always. We really love the place and will go again. We are the perfect repeat clients (except for the breakages…).

Harold

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