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Karoo Uitsig Guest House
Karoo Uitsig offers charming guest house accommodation in the peaceful town of Hanover, featuring a unique windmill and stunning views of the Karoo veld. Guests can enjoy these breathtaking vistas while relaxing on the stoep or in the communal braai area. The guesthouse has 4 rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and fully equipped tea- and coffee-making facilities. In winter, the rooms are fitted with electric blankets and extra blankets for added comfort. All rooms have fans. A newly built kitchenette with a sink, stove, and essential crockery and cutlery is available for all the guests. The property also boasts a windmill by the splash pool, with braai facilities nearby in the original dam area. Spectacular sunsets are a highlight, perfect for photographers, while the tranquil Karoo garden invites guests to unwind. Pet-friendly and family-orientated, Karoo Uitsig offers a welcoming space for children and pets to play freely. Braai options are also available but can be organised on arrival.
Area Info
Hanover, a small town in the heart of the Karoo, is often referred to as the "town in the middle of South Africa" due to its central location, halfway between major cities like Johannesburg and Cape Town, as well as between Durban and Upington. In its prime, Hanover was a significant stop for travellers, with nearly all routes passing through the town.
The town has a rich history and was once home to the famous author and women's rights advocate, Olive Schreiner, who lived here with her husband from 1900 to 1907. Her typical Karoo cottage, with its iron roof and stoep, is now a national monument on the corner of Grace and New Streets. Hanover retains the charm of a traditional Karoo town, with life moving at a slow, steady pace and little disruption, apart from the busy N1 highway that runs between the town and its cemetery.
Though small, Hanover is fascinating and has managed to preserve much of its 19th-century character, with well-preserved examples of historical architecture. For a different perspective, visitors can hike up Trappieskop, a hill just outside the town, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Despite its humble size, the area’s historical significance is marked by the original site of South Africa's first observatory, which was later relocated to Sutherland.
Units and Rooms
Standard Family Room
Guests: 6
This cosy family room accommodates up to 5 guests, featuring a comfortable queen bed and 3 single beds. It includes convenient coffee and tea facilities, along with an electric blanket for added warmth. The bathroom offers a shower and tub combination.
Standard Queen Room
Guests: 2
This queen room features a plush queen bed, ensuring a restful night's sleep. It comes with convenient coffee and tea facilities, along with an electric blanket for extra warmth. The spacious bathroom includes both a shower and bathtub combination.
Standard Twin Room
Guests: 2
This comfortable twin room is equipped with 2 single beds, perfect for sharing. It offers coffee and tea facilities for added convenience, along with a fan and an electric blanket. The bathroom features a shower only.
