Klondyke Farm

*All three cottages are fully equipped for self-catering, but no TV is available. We supply bedding and towels, crockery, kitchen equipment and utensils. There is a stove and fridge, microwave, kettle, and toaster in the kitchen. There are heaters in all the rooms and electric blankets on the beds. Pet friendly and no charge Each cottage has an inside fireplace and an outside braai. We will provide some firewood in a crate at the braai and in a basket at the fireplace, and a small packet of firelighters . Additional firewood - R50.00 per bag to be paid into the "honesty jar" please. No Cell reception or internet at the cottages. Cell reception and wi-fi are available in the office area *During the season we are open 7 days a week, except closed for Christmas Day 25th December *Do come and visit us and "pick your own" cherries on Klondyke Farm. Several varieties are available depending on the time of the season. You are welcome to spend the day here and picnic or braai in the shade of the pine trees. Enjoy a really fun outing with family and friends. Remember to wear closed shoes and bring a warm top or jacket with you as the wind can be cold up here, even in summer *HOW IT WORKS *There is an entry fee per person, children 1-5 years have free entry *We will provide some containers for you to pick into. You may bring your own, but do have it weighed before you go picking *You walk up to the orchard where you can pick your own cherries from the trees *When you return we will weigh your containers with the fruit you have picked *You will pay a per kg charge *We have credit card facilities, but no cheques, please * Spring Blossom *Springtime is beautiful on the farm *The orchards are a showcase of fragile blossoms. The pear blossom is a delicate white flower, apples are kissed with pink, and the cherry blossom grows prolifically in large bunches *Snow *Winters get very cold on the farm and are often white with snow. Sometimes the snow is just a dusting on top of the Matroosberg mountains, but at other times the snow lies quite thick on the farm. The snow typically falls from July to September. Visitors love to stay on the farm in winter and build snowmen

Area Info

Ceres, a mere 150 km or 90 minutes drive from Cape Town, in the heart of the Cape Winelands, is the gateway to the Cederberg area (to the north) and Route 62 (to the south). The Ceres Valley can be reached through Michell’s Pass (from Cape Town, via N1, R43, R46), Theronsberg Pass (from Touws River, R46) and Gydo Pass (from Citrusdal, R303)
Valley of Fruitfulness
The valley produces the finest deciduous fruit in South Africa. Also well-known for its fresh and dried fruit, fruit juices and natural spring water.
Gateway to Adventure:
The Ceres area is all but quiet. Here you can be adventurous. Be wild! Be daring
Step Back in Time
The valley of Ceres, the Koue Bokkeveld and the open plains of the Tanqua Karoo were first inhabited by the San and Khoi, thousands of years ago
Winter Snow Wonder
During the winter months, the mountains are often covered in snow and the area has been referred to as Little Switzerland. There are plenty of snow activities such as skiing and snowboarding to keep the whole family busy
Explore the Countryside
The Ceres district consists of four diverse areas and each has its own unique charm and landscape. Scenic mountain passes are the only gateways to the Ceres Valley