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Steenbokkie Private Nature Reserve

Tourist attraction β€’ Nature preserve

πŸ‘πŸ‘ We stayed one night but this lush haven in the grey Karoo was a beautiful site. Green grass to camp on and very well set up ablutions and a farm dam as swimming pool, kids loved it. Highly recommended for stopover on your way to Cape Town. Well priced. People often mention farm, friendly, stay, night, animals, clean, great, camp, camping,


Address

6572489, Steenbokkie Private Nature Reserve, Beaufort West, 6970 S32.3403342, E22, South Africa

Website

steenbokkie.co.za

Contact

+27 83 540 4573

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (392 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: (Christmas Day), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: (Boxing Day), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: farm (23) friendly (11) stay (11) night (9) animals (8) clean (8) great (7) camp (6) camping (6)
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  • 5/5 Jacques M. 3 years ago on Google
    We stayed one night but this lush haven in the grey Karoo was a beautiful site. Green grass to camp on and very well set up ablutions and a farm dam as swimming pool, kids loved it. Highly recommended for stopover on your way to Cape Town. Well priced.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 hetta p. 8 months ago on Google
    Quiet overnight accommodation in the Karoo, in homestead style with very helpful and friendly staff. The beds are very comfy and soft, but note you need to share kitchen facilities like a fridge. Sufficient outdoor braai facilities are available though in shared spaces. The atmosphere is very tranquil, with mainly farm animals near the main accommodation. There is a small gift shop, but best check what can be bought when it comes to food to accompany your braai. Braai packs and breakfast packs need to be ordered in advance and portions are generous.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Uncle Pete L. 7 years ago on Google
    Our chalet, like the others, is comfortable, well appointed and we love the attention to detail. Air conditioning, mosquito repellent mats, coffee, etc. I have visited every room & chalet and found them to be well above farm stay standards. This is not a five star hotel, resort or spa. It is a working farm and game reserve, where injured animals are given a second lease of life. Satellite television - we did not really use it as we aren't TV people - will be high on the list of some visitors. Facilities for braai (BBQ done right), hiking trails that afforded us with spotting gnu, deer, three types of springbok, steenbok and other animals. There is a zebra that can be petted, as well as numerous different farm animals. What impressed, was the lush green lawns for camping under huge, shady trees. Also, ablutions facilities were better than some and campsites do have access to electricity. We have spent a few days here and plan to return for a longer period as the farm spans well over eight thousand hectares. Bring a wide-rimmed hat, sunscreen, proper hiking shoes/boots and a great attitude. This is not the kind of place to expect hotel treatment; it is a farm. As such, you have the freedom to enjoy the great outdoors in abundance, discover new things and you will soon learn to love the "nothingness" of the Karroo. I am from the beautiful Cape Town and grew up in Worcester, but Steenbokkie is a very special place. Don't just pass through, one night isn't enough. Plan your holiday to stay a few days at least, enjoy the abundance of Karroo farm life. Finally, this is a farm in a desert experiencing the worst drought in almost a century. Anyone expecting sparkling pools and mod-cons must really reconsider their own expectations. For what it is, Steenbokkie is just brilliant. Only people who don't understand how farms work will ever complain. Staying here is a privilege and one night simply isn't enough. Rise up very early in the mornings, take a hike into the hills and enjoy the herds of antelope. We have seen several herds of more than fifty each. Some complained about not seeing any game, perhaps it helps to know where, how and when to look. Just this evening, we saw four deer just about two hundred yards from the farmstead. A walk into the veld might be rewarding.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 A V. 2 years ago on Google
    Whether you want to camp or stay in a chalet this is a rustic farm stay 7 km out of town away from town traffic .Small shop with essentials and self catering
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Charlotta U. 6 months ago on Google
    Very peaceful Very clean and absolutely breath taking view only had one problem and that is signal for the phone
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Terrence W. 3 years ago on Google
    A beautiful campsite, lots of space to camp under the trees and the lush lawn is great for us in tents. The pool is a wonderful relief after a long days drive. The ablutions were spotless which was really appreciated.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Rudi M. 3 years ago on Google
    Stayed for 2 nights. Great value for money with very friendly hosts. Will be back to try the camping. This looks like a great place to bring your kids for camping.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 SimeonΓ© K. 4 years ago on Google
    What a quaint and lovely place! I stayed in the self catering cottage and it was great. The view is stunning with fallow dear outside my window at sunrise. The cottage has everything you need including a tv, aircon and a nice braai area. The hosts are very friendly and couldn't be more helpful!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Andrew H. 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly accommodating , we have found a gem . Beautiful views , a peacock at our door with his antelope mates . Will recommend everyone to use .

  • 4/5 Ruaan du P. 6 months ago on Google
    Stayed over for one night. Very neat and clean. Kids loved the animals on the property. Had the most beautiful display of stars, away from all lights.

  • 4/5 Brenner K. 7 months ago on Google
    After leaving Cape Town late this became an unplanned and unscheduled over night venue. We camped & found the farm to be a jewel in the Karoo / Beaufort West because my children love animals of any shape or size. so between the horses, ducks, goats, sheep, bunnies and more they had were having a ball. Ablutions clean, large with good pressure. Campground was lovely and far enough away from the N1 to ensure just the sounds of mother nature at night If you love the farm life, nature, simplicity & friendliness definitely worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Anker G. 5 months ago on Google
    Not too far from the N1, friendly service and a little shop to buy necessities (including a cold beer). Room was nice, clean and tastefully decorated. Would definitely stay here again.

  • 5/5 Rusty J. 7 years ago on Google
    Farm atmosphere, farm animals, farm sounds. Lambs, peacocks, horses, donkeys, pigs, chickens, geese, ducks..... We found a springbok and a zebra living on the farm yard. Much to do for kids, in a true farmstyle way. No organised "activities" means kids can discover, entertain themselves, grow and learn. Uncommon to many Karoo stops, the campsites are on lush green lawns, under magnificent trees, despite a drought prevailing. We saw wildebeest, deer and springbok close to the farm yard and we enjoyed the hiking trails. Much game to be seen, yet not in a zoo kind of way. Accommodation was prime, with more comforts than expected. The first air-conditioned farm stay in all of my 55 years. Quite something. Dstv. There is a blind deer being cared for, an injured springbok and an orphaned zebra. Imagine that. Kids can be entertained and you won't need batteries. Bring your kids back to their roots. Get back to yours. I relived the past with fond memories while here. Perhaps advisable to stay a few days, not rush on.

  • 3/5 Alet Marais The Touring Property P. 1 year ago on Google
    A beautiful place to stop over in Baufort West. Although we were warned about the mosquitos, we were not prepared for the slaughter that night. We almost didn't sleep.

  • 3/5 Rudi C. 1 year ago on Google
    This camping ground is on a working farm. The ablutions are clean and large. The stands are on level grass. There is a short (1.5km) gravel road to get to Steenbokkie. When we visited I had to go very slow as the road to was not in a good condition. I have a normal road caravan. The staffed was welcoming. There is Wi-Fi at reception as cell phone reception is non existent. (OK, maybe with luck you can get a phone call through without it dropping.) Overall a pleasant experience. Thanks Marius for your friendly reception.

  • 4/5 gavin a. 1 year ago on Google
    The campsite and ablution areas are well maintained . The staff was friendly and helpfull The reserve is laid out good with great view points . The animals I saw was in pristine condition.

  • 4/5 Marie-Louise G. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful, small camping ground. We camped there for two nights. Nice grass area to camp on with plenty of shade. A swimming pool to cool down in as well. There is also a shop on site that has cold drinks, braai packs, wood, ice etc etc! Marius and his staff are very friendly and hospitable. They even did some washing for us which was great. There are ants, but not on the grass where you camp. So they weren’t a pain at all when camping. Really enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it.

  • 5/5 Marius B. 2 years ago on Google
    What a nice experience. I camped overnight on very short notice. The hosts are exceptional. Will defenitly recommend this place. Thank you for the hospitality.

  • 4/5 Coenie H. 4 years ago on Google
    We stopped here for a sleepover. Staff is friendly. Road leading from the N1 called "Kleinhoewes" is badly corrugated. The better road is through Beaufort West which is mostly tar and only a short distance gravel. The sites are well maintained and easy access to water and electricity points. Ablution facilities are neat and tidy but unfortunately no soap racks available in the showers. Trees are well pruned to prevent falling branches. We felt safe here even if no physical security measures were observed. A good place for sleepover.

  • 4/5 Johlene A. 2 years ago on Google
    Nature at its best. Great Manager Roanda Carstens Simply the best

  • 5/5 Allan R. 2 years ago on Google
    Had an enjoyable experience there nice and clean place to stay over and friendly staff that went out there way to help us

  • 4/5 leon B. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice farm atmosphere with adequate ablution facilities. The personnel is typical farm friendly people. I will recommend them to anybody who is in need of a quick overnight or just a few days breakaway. Thank you for your hospitality during our stay with you.

  • 5/5 Linda H. 2 years ago on Google
    We were welcomed to the farm by an extremely friendly and helpful Roanda. The ablution block was clean and modern, the showers were awesome with uninterrupted hot water. The little sayings on the walls were amusing and quite entertaining.... The tables at the camp site were a huge help, especially when stopping over for one night as it meant that we did not need to unpack ours. The farm is a working farm with Sheep, chickens, ducks etc and was an amazing experience. The sparking dam for swimming was clean and well maintained, although we did not get a chance to swim as weather was a bit chilly. We really had an awesome one night stay at Steenbokkie and will definitely recommend it and return if even on this route again. Thank you so much


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • βœ“οΈ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • βœ“οΈ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible car park

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