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Simple Luxury

Country charm and understated luxury epitomise your stay at Rivergate Guest Farm. Our self-catering accommodation is nestled on the banks of the Klein River, a short 2 km drive from Stanford, just outside Hermanus. Explore our landscaped gardens, or visit the barn-style eatery and shop.

In this authentic setting, you’ll also encounter our friendly alpacas, free-roaming chickens and adorable miniature donkeys. Escape to our restored cottages, complete with cosy bedrooms and wood-fired hot tubs. Rivergate Guest Farm is your memorable countryside getaway with farm life at its heart.

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Make our charming self-catering cottages your home-away-from-home in the Overberg, where understated luxury is what we do best. Each of our cottages features a well-equipped kitchen, living area, and braai facilities as well as a wood-fired hot tub, perfect for unwinding over a weekend away. Experience the perfect balance of rustic comfort and modern sophistication during your stay.

 

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Woodrose Cottage

A round retreat ideal for couples, featuring an en-suite bedroom, a well-equipped kitchen, a dining room and living area. An indoor fireplace, a built-in braai, and a private wood-fired hot tub complete your memorable farm getaway.

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Stable Cottage

A charming two-bedroom retreat with a fully equipped kitchen, indoor fireplace, outdoor braai facility, alfresco dining under a fairy-lit pergola, and a private wood-fired pool. Stable Cottage is set in a private landscaped garden near the vegetable garden and farm animals.

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Potters Shed Cottage

A delightful cottage accommodating four guests in two en-suite bedrooms. The Potter’s Shed has a fully equipped kitchen, open-plan dining and living area, a fireplace, a built-in braai and a wood-fired pool for your exclusive use.

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Gatehouse Cottage

Our largest double-story cottage boasts three en-suite bedrooms, including a queen room and two rooms with king or single beds. The cottage features a spacious living area around the fireplace, a well-equipped kitchen, a built-in braai and a wood-fired hot tub with views of the Kleinriver Mountains.

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Gardeners Cottage

A garden cottage with a large full bathroom with a freestanding bath, fully fitted kitchenette, indoor fireplace, built-in outdoor braai, alfresco dining under a fairy-lit pergola, and a private wood-fired pool in a landscaped enclosed garden.

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Carpenters Cottage

This suite, tastefully decorated with vintage carpenters pieces giving an authentic feel, has a fully fitted kitchenette, indoor fireplace, built-in outdoor braai, alfresco dining under a fairy-lit pergola. The suite is set in an enclosed garden with pool loungers and a day bed.

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Dairy Shed

Decorated predominately in a blue and white vintage style with antique pieces, this suite offers a fully fitted kitchenette, indoor fireplace, outdoor braai, alfresco dining under a fairy-lit pergola. The suite is set in an enclosed garden with two sunlounges and a sunbed.

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The Barn.

Discover the charm of the Rivergate Farm barn! Join us on Fridays and Saturdays, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and indulge in delicious meals (and heavenly cakes). Relax, or stroll through our farm shop, and explore an exquisite selection of artisanal products.

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The Eatery

The Eatery is your one-stop-shop for decadent cakes, seasonal lunches and freshly brewed coffee. Cozy up next to the fire in the winter months or opt for a table overlooking the gardens when the sun is shining. We have a monthly themed lunch on a select Sunday each month, so be sure to check our events page and book your table ahead.

Farm shop

After a bite to eat, pop in and explore our Farm Shop for a treasure-trove of curated artisanal products. We proudly offer a selection of gifts and products that we know and love. Savour the delightful creations prepared by our in-house chef: mouthwatering ready-made meals, rusks, biscotti, and preserves. And don’t go home without our delicious farm butter!

The Garden.

Take a stroll through 15 acres of gardens, designed by renowned landscape architect, Franchesca Watson. Nature lovers and green thumbs will delight in the meticulously cultivated flower beds, fruitful orchards and flourishing vegetable garden. Not only pretty, our gardens serve a purpose – providing fresh, sustainable, organic produce to our eatery.

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Events.

Celebrate occasions big and small in our unique venue at The Barn. Over the years we’ve garnered a name for ourselves with our themed events, on a selected Sunday every month. You can find the schedule here. In addition to hosted events, we also cater for functions, conferences and other special occasions. Enquire to find out more or to book your next event.

December 15, 2024: Christmas Market

December 24, 2024: Christmas Eve Dinner

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Farm Living.

Our vibrant farm includes a charming assortment of furry and feathery friends and you’ll likely encounter chickens, alpacas, and miniature donkeys, each adding their unique touch to the idyllic setting. Free-range chickens explore the farmyard and garden, providing fresh eggs daily and contribuing to the overall well-being of our farm.

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Farm Living at its best.

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