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DescriptionThe thatched farm house was built in 1830 by the descendants of French Hugenots and was extended at the beginning of the last century. Tim and Caroline Holdcroft have painstakingly restored the original Cape Dutch character with poplar beams and ceilings made from reeds harvested on the farm.Kleinfontein is a working farm cultivating vines, guavas and fresh vegetables irrigated by water from the crystal clear spring which gives the farm its name "Small Spring". The exclusive guest accommodation comprises two luxurious suites for 4 people at most: additional beds may be provided for children if required. Each suite has a spacious sitting room and bedroom with en suite bathroom. One suite has a traditional reed ceiling while the second is under open thatch. Air conditioning and/or ceiling fans ensure a good nights sleep between handmade cotton linen. The suites are delightfully furnished in traditional style and include tea and coffee making facilities, a well stocked bar fridge and satellite television. A sundowner on the verandah while watching the sun set against the majestic mountains will bring an end to a perfect day. Kleinfontein is well placed for you to indulge in the scenic splendour and the wine and gourmet delights to be found on the wine routes of Wellington, Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Stroll through some of these old towns with their wealth of historic buildings, museums, art galleries and quality crafts or take an exclusive archeological/ historical tour and find out more AttractionsYou may wish to relax by the sparkling salt water swimming pool, drinking in the champagne air and watching the bird life - Sunbirds feeding on the flame coloured Cape Honeysuckle, the helmeted Guinea Fowl, Egyptian Geese, Hadeda Ibis and many more. Some 60 species have been identified on the farm. Alternatively you may wish to take a picnic into the nearby mountains where you can walk and then relax and cool off on a warm day in one of the crystal clear mountain pools. Kleinfontein is well placed for you to indulge in the scenic splendour and the wine and gourmet delights to be found on the wine routes of Wellington, Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Stroll through some of these old towns with their wealth of historic buildings, museums, art galleries and quality crafts or take an exclusive archaeological/historical tour and find out more. For the more energetic, golf, seasonal trout fishing, horse riding, mountain walks and more all within easy reach. Alternatively, Cape Town and its many attractions is 50 minutes drive away. Tim and Caroline will be happy to advise and arrange activities and excursions. FacilitiesAll visitors are welcomed as personal guests and drawn generously into the relaxed life at Kleinfontein, where all meals are taken together, table conversation continues till late and guests connect with the people and country they have come to see. |