Bovlei Guest Farm
an escape to the cederberg mountains
Bovlei Guest Farm
an escape to the cederberg mountains
Clanwilliam, Western Cape, 8135, South Africa
6 Rooms, 12 Guests
Self Catering
Our Location
In the peaceful and tranquil Boskloof valley lies the unspoiled Bovlei Guest Farm, surrounded by the majestic Krakadouw Cederberg Mountains. Bovlei is located a mere 10km outside Clanwilliam.
After turning right into Clanwilliam, off the N7 from Cape Town, continue straight through the town and over the small bridge. After 300m turn right on the Boskloof road. Continue straight for 10km on the gravel road and Bovlei Farm will be on your right.
The Surroundings
The spectacular scenic beauty of the flower season is available all around the farmhouse and in the valley, but guests can also explore Lamberts Bay, Wupperthal, Namaqualand and Clanwilliam where several water sport facilities are available. The well known hiking trails (1/2/3 days) to Toringkop, Krakadouw Mountains, God’s Window and the Biedouw Valley start at out front door.
Flower season starts in early August and can continue until mid September in a good year.
The Bovlei Family Farm
Bovlei has been in the same Nieuwoudt family for several generations. Many valuable memories have been made under the same giant oak trees, around the fireplaces and on the lawn in the shade of the Toringkop. Our sentimental citrus orchard surrounding the house was planted by our Oupa Boy Nieuwoudt and still to this day produces the most beautiful navels, valencias, white grapefruits and naartjies, most of which are exported.
Next to the old farm house is an old mill yesteryear used by the farmers of the kloof to mill flour, which Ouma Rina used for baking her award winning bread. It has even been featured in Chester O. Staples’s book: “Mills of Southern Africa”.
Bovlei Attractions
Other than gorging on life’s good things, Bovlei offers you swimming in the Jan Dissels River or a hike across the river to God’s Window at Platberg. (Can be seen from the kitchen’s backdoor.) You may be the lucky one to spot a leopard or even just its footprints! The Boskloof Valley is rich in bird life with 76 different bird species already spotted. The 10km dirt road offers trail runners and mountain bikers alike an excellent training turf. However, if simply reading that tires you out, no problem we’ve got your back. Make yourself at home under a tree next to the river stream behind the house.
Don’t forget: Merely seconds after sunset, the mountains behind the house puts up a show with the most amazing hues of pinks and purples, showing off its royalty.
Accommodation
Self catering accommodation at Bovlei in the 100 year old farmhouse offers 4 rooms, plus the extra option fo a separate 2 bedroom flat. It is an ideal getaway for more than one family for a relaxed and peaceful stay.
The Master Bedroom (double)
With a beautiful view of the lawn and oak trees, the master bedroom is situated in the main farmhouse.
‘Die Stoepkamer’ (2x singles)
This room is right off the porch and is our favourite room for afternoon naps as it catches the most brilliant afternoon sun. Part of the main farmhouse.
The Back Room (2 x singles)
Find some peace and quiet to finish that book of yours, away from the festivities in the kitchen or around the fire. Part of the main farmhouse.
‘Die Deurstap’ Room (2x singles)
An excellent room for youngsters to play or even make a Christmas bed. Part of the main farmhouse.
The Flat’s Main Room (double)
Push the door open and allow the sweet orange blossom scent to fill your bedroom. An orange orchard is 5 meters away from your bed!
The Flat’s Second Room (2x singles)
The flat offers brilliant morning light and a fresh orange scented breeze.
Kitchen – Family Room -TV
If the furniture could talk (or write), I’m sure this table would have produced a best seller by now. This is the heart of the farmhouse where we share our stories, laugh about our lives, reminisce about the days that were, but most importantly, dream about the days to come.
The Farm
Whether it’s a friendly game of touchies or a competitive soccer tournament, our front lawn is big enough for it. But beware… our donkeys Eva and Milla might just join in.
Awards
Bovlei Guest Farm won a Certificate of Excellence Award for Clanwilliam Self-Catering on Afristay.
What our guests said…
Heerlike plaaskuier. Ons gaan beslis weer hier kom bly. Die ligging is puik, plaas is baie netjies en die plaashuis nostalgies. Die gasvrou was vriendelik en die mense op die plaas het ons op die hande gedra. Ons hele groep, wat my 80 jarige skoonouers en 20 jarite studentseun (en meisie) insluit, het dit baie geniet. Die ideale plek om weg te breek van die gejaag en volkome te ontspan.
‘n Wonderlike, hartlike, verwelkomende plek om na te gaan. ‘n Rustige, gerieflike huis en ‘n pragtige omgewing. ‘n Gedenkwaardige en baie gelukkige drie dae by Bovlei. Dankie Anneke en Bekker vir die deel van julle huis en ook baie dankie Nonna en Gert vir julle hartlikheid en gasvryheid. Ons sal weer teruggaan!
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily recommend it. A lovely old farmhouse in a beautiful location. Lots for kids to do and easy to explore the Cederberg.
Die plek is beter as die foto’s. Die plaashuis is goed toegerus met alles wat jy nodig het. Onthou om wortels en appels vir die vriendelike donkies te bring! Geniet die rustigheid en die geskiedenins van die plaashuis omring met die natuur en die plaasdiere. Die groot grasperk was heerlik. Beslis ‘n besoek werd.
Amenities
Free WiFi
Safe Parking
Towels
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Optional DSTV R35/day
No Credit Card Facilities
Wifi
Rates
Minimum 2 nights booking
Prices start at R15000 (2 people)
Children under 1 stay for free