"The dinner was great! We loved our stay at red stone hills."

"Lovely and quaint cottages in a geologically fascinating environment. Landscape painters would also love it. Close enough to Calitzdorp for lunch/dinner and port tasting."

"Great house, we arrived just after rain an thunderstorm. First rain in 3,5 months The mimosa smelled great. Our stay was too short. We didn't do the hikes and regret that. Anyway also the breakfast at the pool was fantastic. "

"We stayed in the most basic cottage which was still well equipped and better than we expected. Lovely views and the owners are very friendly, taking my son out on a morning visit to feed the ostriches on their working farm. Order their delicious home made braai meals all brought to your door and the..."

"We stayed in the most basic cottage which was still well equipped and better than we expected. Lovely views and the owners are very friendly, taking my son out on a morning visit to feed the ostriches on their working farm. Order their delicious home made braai meals all brought to your door and the fire set for you to cook. Lovely stay. "

"The setting was lovely and great for wildlife.The owner Petro was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend the red stone hills to anyone who enjoys nature in a peaceful setting."

"What awesome accommodation. The location is just magnificent. We only stayed one night but would have loved to stay longer and explore the area. Red Stone cottage is well away from the road and the other cottages so it lends to a sense of (secure) isolation and peace. The amenities are superb, beaut..."

"What awesome accommodation. The location is just magnificent. We only stayed one night but would have loved to stay longer and explore the area. Red Stone cottage is well away from the road and the other cottages so it lends to a sense of (secure) isolation and peace. The amenities are superb, beautifully chosen, with a spa bath in both of the en-suite bathrooms. There is a fully kitted kitchen and place for both an indoor and outdoor fire. Breakfast at the main house is available as well as dinners at an extra cost per person. Certainly it was worth the cost."

"A beautiful setting and each farm cottage is secluded enough to give privacy if required. The cottages are extremely comfortable, and the hosts couldn't do enough to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We accepted the offer of a continental breakfast, made all that much better by the fact that ..."

"A beautiful setting and each farm cottage is secluded enough to give privacy if required. The cottages are extremely comfortable, and the hosts couldn't do enough to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We accepted the offer of a continental breakfast, made all that much better by the fact that all the ingredients were farm grown. Visitors must give themselves a chance to enjoy the tranquility and not trust first impressions. We thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay and could have stayed longer."

"We loved the semi-packaging meals we could buy. We loved the friendliness of the host and accommodation among the hills. The bird life is amazing."

"This was an absolute great breakaway.Ons a farm with peace and quiet all around.Lovely little house,we stayed in Aloe Cottage for two.Well equipped and the best;you van touch the stars at night from your little stoep.Excellent value for money. A pity we didn;t have more time."

"Wish we had more time to enjoy the stunning environment and farm-friendly atmosphere. The cottage was lovely, homely and well appointed, making relaxing so easy! A week spend here would feel like an escape from the world...great for kids to connect with 'being a child again'."

"An ideal place to stay near Outdshorn!

Thank you very much for taking us on the feeding of the Ostriches - tour."

"Baie rustig en stil in 'n mooi omgewing. Die kos was baie lekker maar wees gewaarsku, jy moet jou vleis self braai. Dit ingereken het ons dit baie geniet.

It is very calm and peaceful set in a beautiful environment. The food was nice but be aware that you have to braai your own meat. All take..."

"Baie rustig en stil in 'n mooi omgewing. Die kos was baie lekker maar wees gewaarsku, jy moet jou vleis self braai. Dit ingereken het ons dit baie geniet.

It is very calm and peaceful set in a beautiful environment. The food was nice but be aware that you have to braai your own meat. All taken into account, we enjoyed it very much."

"Very comfortable, had a great time. Just extremely hot!"

"The farm is located in a beautiful area of Red Hill in the middle of Swartsberg Mount. It is in close proximity to Swartsberg Pass, Cango Caves and the attractions in the area. We stayed at the Bushman's Cottage for two nights. The cottage is spacious, clean and well equipped. We stayed in three roo..."

"The farm is located in a beautiful area of Red Hill in the middle of Swartsberg Mount. It is in close proximity to Swartsberg Pass, Cango Caves and the attractions in the area. We stayed at the Bushman's Cottage for two nights. The cottage is spacious, clean and well equipped. We stayed in three rooms. We enjoyed the owner's warm welcome and hospitality and the delicious dinner served in our cottage. We enjoyed the hike recommended to us. The kids enjoyed the pool even on cool days. We enjoyed the great sightings of animals, from the neighbouring game reserve, when we drove to and from the farm."

"Strange, but beautiful. We enjoyed our stay very much. Liked the mountain next to the cottage."

"A very peaceful place. We really enjoyed the marvelous country side, and our children enjoyed the 12 ostriches just in front of our cottage. Very nice owners. One of our best accommodation places in SA with beautiful old olive trees."

"Perfect stay."

"What an amazing experience - pretty surreal! The cottage had everything we could wish for and was extremely comfortable. The 7 week old puppy had a ball as well. Many thanks for everything."

"Hospitality was excellent. Accommodation, excellent. Wish we could have stayed longer. Will definitely stay here again in the future."

"We had a wonderful stay as always. The cottage had everything we needed and was very comfortable. The barbeque meal was excellent. "

"We had a wonderful stay at Red Stone Hills Holiday Farm, unfortunately it just wasn't long enough. The cottage was so clean and comfortable, and the food was wonderful. Everything we needed was provided and our hosts were so hospitable and friendly, as were their staff. I will definitely be back."

"What a lovely place to recharge your batteries. Everything was just as we wanted it - especially the peace and quiet. Children loved the baby ostriches, pony, horses, sheep and walks! Will have to go back sometime!"

"When we arrived Petro 'upgraded' us to the Ostrich Palace as the guests who were staying in the Birds Nest which we had booked had extended their stay for another night. I did not mind this at all but after spending the one night that I had booked for I fully understood why they had extended their s..."

"When we arrived Petro 'upgraded' us to the Ostrich Palace as the guests who were staying in the Birds Nest which we had booked had extended their stay for another night. I did not mind this at all but after spending the one night that I had booked for I fully understood why they had extended their stay. The place is lovely, Petro is a very special person who goes out of her way to make sure everything is just right. Do yourself and order the braai pack, it is delicious!! A great place for nature lovers who like to take a walk and do a spot of birding. I will be returning."

"The Red Stone Hills was utterly charming and quirky a delightful place to escape. The scenery is awesome and Petro was a great help in dropping us off for the hike over the hills and very knowledgeable. The arranged supper was terrific and could have fed a family of four not just us two. I would v..."

"The Red Stone Hills was utterly charming and quirky a delightful place to escape. The scenery is awesome and Petro was a great help in dropping us off for the hike over the hills and very knowledgeable. The arranged supper was terrific and could have fed a family of four not just us two. I would very much recommend that Mosquito nets be put in all bedrooms. All in all a wonderful resting place for the soul."

"We had a fabulous stay and our host was absolutely wonderful, and incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. There was so much for the children to do, and they LOVED interacting with the farm animals. Our cottage was over 100 years old and the furniture was authentic which was such a nice touch, we have ..."

"We had a fabulous stay and our host was absolutely wonderful, and incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. There was so much for the children to do, and they LOVED interacting with the farm animals. Our cottage was over 100 years old and the furniture was authentic which was such a nice touch, we have recommended Red Stone Hills to our friends and family as we were so impressed by it."

"The location of Red Stone Hills was fabulous. An idyllic spot far enough away from the crowds, but close enough to all the sites of Oudtshoorn.

The cottage was immaculate and had everything we needed.

Petra was very friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed our morning hike, and watching the..."

"The location of Red Stone Hills was fabulous. An idyllic spot far enough away from the crowds, but close enough to all the sites of Oudtshoorn.

The cottage was immaculate and had everything we needed.

Petra was very friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed our morning hike, and watching the sunrise over the farm."

"If you need time to finish those books you never seem to have the time for....this is the place to come and do it.

Fantastic views and friendly people."

"Great!"

"Lovely. This was one of the most away-from-it-all places we stayed in."

"I would like to thank Petro for her kindness and helpfulness. Would definitely recommend her place. Service was good, unit was neat, very good for nature people. They would definitely appreciate it."

"A real country venue though with all the luxuries. Should stay for more than one day for the full experience. "

"My stay at Red Stone was, in a word, repeatable.

Petra was most accommodating and drove to meet us as we arrived in the dark and weren't sure of the way. That gesture made us feel most welcome and at home."

"All I can say is that this venue is awesome!! I was so pleasantly surprised by everything. It's a short drive out of Oudtshoorn, but worth every minute. The setting is unbelievably beautiful and the accommodation is extremely tasteful and comfortable. The breakfast was very tasty and the host was ve..."

"All I can say is that this venue is awesome!! I was so pleasantly surprised by everything. It's a short drive out of Oudtshoorn, but worth every minute. The setting is unbelievably beautiful and the accommodation is extremely tasteful and comfortable. The breakfast was very tasty and the host was very charming and a lovely woman. I'd recommend this to anyone thinking of travelling and rate it as one of the top venues I've been to in the country in terms of all round beauty, character, comfort and charm. I'll be back!! And if you are recommended to go for dinner at the 'Rose of the Karoo' in Calitzdorp, I'd recommend it highly!!"

"The cottages are lovely and the surroundings beautiful. Thank you for an enjoyable stay."

"Wonderful get away to rest and enjoy nature.

Petra is a very warm person and made us feel very comfortable.

I will definitely recommend to friends and family"

"The cottages are perfect for relaxing and really comfortable. Lots to see and do close by and wonderful hosts."

"Great location, warm welcome and a delicious braai - we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in our Red Stones Hills cottage."

"It was one of the best weekends that we had. As they say, 'it was just what the doctor ordered'."

"We stayed in BIRDS NEST and could not wish for anything more. We had a self catering unit, but made use of the delivered suppers. My husband was so impressed with the stuffed ostrich fillet and me, well I enjoyed the kebab thoroughly. It was such a spoil! Nature is unspoilt and we enjoyed the nigh..."

"We stayed in BIRDS NEST and could not wish for anything more. We had a self catering unit, but made use of the delivered suppers. My husband was so impressed with the stuffed ostrich fillet and me, well I enjoyed the kebab thoroughly. It was such a spoil! Nature is unspoilt and we enjoyed the night-sky and quietness with only some occasional farm sounds to be heard. Come and enjoy this wonderful experience with your family or...only the 2 of you!!!"

"Once again we enjoyed our stay at Redstone Hills. The surroundings are exceptional and the facilities are excellent."

"We loved the quiet farm atmosphere. Our children enjoyed playing with the dog, Ben. Can't wait to visit Red Stone Hills again!"

"Spectacular views, baboons in the hills, peace and tranquility. Remote and quiet which suits me and luxurious inside which suited my partner. A great place to stay!"

"We had a really nice time staying at Red Stone Hills. The surroundings were beautiful and the cottage was all we need. Amazing views, very quiet and peaceful!!"

"We really enjoyed the quiet and peaceful surrounding, the friendliness of the owners and the beauty of nature around us. The flat was very well equipped.

Many thanks!"

"A very charming cottage in a tranquil location with wonderful birdlife and dramation views and drives.

Our host Krief was also very attentive and helpful We would definately stay there again"

"I was extremely pleased with our stay at Red Stone Hills! It offered something alternative to what most of us city slickers are used to. Definitely on my visiting program again next time around. Good facilities and warm hospitality from the hosts. Thank you very much.

PS My girlfriend from Mo..."

"I was extremely pleased with our stay at Red Stone Hills! It offered something alternative to what most of us city slickers are used to. Definitely on my visiting program again next time around. Good facilities and warm hospitality from the hosts. Thank you very much.

PS My girlfriend from Moscow in Russia thought it was tremendous experience!"

"We had a most enjoyable stay. The facilities were excellent. I would certainly recommend Red Stone Hills to anyone looking for accommodation in the area."

"We arrived very late and left early but Petro was very helpful and facilities very nice."

"Rustic, clean and decent. Had a very nice stay. Would recommend and revisit."

"Thank you for a lovely stay. I would definitely recommend to others.

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"A remarkable place! Stunning landscape, great accommodation and a wonderful host. We loved it! "

"It was just a one night stay, but absolutely fantastic. Really delicious bbq which they brought to the cottage, very warm and friendly hosts, very rich breakfast - nothing more to say - perfect!! "

"The Red Stone Hills, what a beautiful, tranquil (apart from the dawn chorus) spot with a stunning back drop. Rustic, very rustic accommodation, with plenty of hot water and a comfy bed, stunning views and if you're very lucky an amazing starry sky to sip your wine and enjoy your braai.....but watch ..."

"The Red Stone Hills, what a beautiful, tranquil (apart from the dawn chorus) spot with a stunning back drop. Rustic, very rustic accommodation, with plenty of hot water and a comfy bed, stunning views and if you're very lucky an amazing starry sky to sip your wine and enjoy your braai.....but watch out, the bugs do bite and there can be plenty of them. If you are self catering and there is an offer of breakfast from Petro your hostess be sure to take it as you will be spoilt rotten and stuffed to bursting point with some fine country cooking, and you won't need to eat again for the rest of the day. A dip in the pool at sunset to cool off after a hot day and the sounds of nature (honking Ostrich a great sound) all make for a fabulous stay."

"We had a wonderful stay at Red Stone Hills, the owner was so helpful and friendly. The property had amazing views and the house was well equipped and comfortable. We only stayed one night, it would have been nice to stay longer. I have been recommending the property to friends already."

"Enjoyed staying here. Good location for the caves and all the ostriches. We had a braai at our cottage. Very nice."

"A wonderful place to stop and admire the beauty of the area. The cottages are all private and you can explore the farm at your leisure. The cottages are well appointed and very comfortable. Guests are welcomed as if they are long lost friends. Well worth a visit."

"We found this location purely by accident and used it as a stop over en route from R62 to Outshoorn. As soon as we arrived, we wished we were staying longer as it was just wonderful. The scenery is totally breathtaking and the cottage was straight out of the 19th century but with mod-cons. We are pl..."

"We found this location purely by accident and used it as a stop over en route from R62 to Outshoorn. As soon as we arrived, we wished we were staying longer as it was just wonderful. The scenery is totally breathtaking and the cottage was straight out of the 19th century but with mod-cons. We are planning to spend some time there soon and explore on horseback and foot: an amazing place."

"The accommodation was good. I especially enjoyed the stillness away from the din of the city."

"Pleasant and peaceful stay. The children had a carefree time roaming about. Sure to visit again."

"It is amazing to sit and watch how the hills turn red. The animal sounds and the sound of the owl at night (so close you can touch it) are wonderful. The hostess, the table setting with fresh bread, the perfect steak and salads is a dead certain for me to go back.
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"We only stayed a single night in Red Stone Hills while touring South Africa. Red Stone Hills is a very nice cottage with lots of space and very quiet. We would certainly visit again.
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"Fantastic stay. Very peaceful, simple living - although the mod-cons are available for those who wish to use them. Beautifully renovated cottage with breathtaking scenery. Only wish we could have spent more time there."

"Lovely articulate South African setting with dark red brooding hills. Very comfortable beds, settees and bathrooms. Empathic host and a lovely kitten for company provided by Petro for de-stressing. Love and affection in the decor. Nice original paintings and good, good coffee. Unique!"

"Efficient and friendly booking procedures were backed by as efficient and friendly reception by the owner herself, Petra Potgieter.

What a jewel tucked away against the amazing, rugged red mountains of the ancient Karroo, sticking out like a fresh breath of red air, visible from 10 kilomete..."

"Efficient and friendly booking procedures were backed by as efficient and friendly reception by the owner herself, Petra Potgieter.

What a jewel tucked away against the amazing, rugged red mountains of the ancient Karroo, sticking out like a fresh breath of red air, visible from 10 kilometers away, sculpted by the Maker with His giant pallet knife.

The quaint, historic cottages individually restored and styled to maintain all the original architectural features, surprise and please even the most demanding tourist! A true class act!
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"Excellent accommodation, perfect equipment, lovely surrounding, friendly owner, good price. We have stayed at many self catering places during the last 10 years, Red Stone cottages definitely belong to one of the best. We'll come again."

"Friendly and accommodating. Excellent accommodation and location. Would recommend it to others"