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The Gaia Sanctuary
The Gaia Sanctuary is an off-grid organic, working farm for nature lovers and eco-warriors, set along the banks of the Breede River, with breathtaking views of the Langeberg Mountain Range. Guests can book a lovely A-frame Cabin, a Bell Tent or one of the campsites, all of which share communal ablution facilities with showers and flushing toilets The A-frame Cabin is furnished with a queen-size bed in the loft, 2 single sofa beds, and has a private compost toilet. Bath towels for 4 are also provided. The kitchenette is equipped with a gas cooker and tea and coffee-making facilities. The cabin opens onto a deck with deck chairs and a hammock We have 1 Bell tent, it is a twin/double, however, the twin beds can be pushed together to make a double. Tea and coffee-making facilities and a fully equipped, communal kitchen is available for guests to use at the glamping deck Overlooking the river, the campsite makes use of shared ablution facilities with showers and toilets, and guests have use of the communal braai facilities, fire pit and kitchen located at the glamping deck. Guests, please need to bring their own camping equipment including tents, lights and batteries The lovely, communal glamping deck overlooks the river and is equipped with a 3-plate gas cooker, sink, large dining table and bar stools. Two braai areas and a fire pit are available, perfect for group gatherings There is a lovely large kid's jungle gym near the fire pit area for kids to play on whilst parents braai. This area is also available to hire for birthday parties The river is perfect for swimming and fishing and canoes are available for hire. The Gaia Sanctuary is ideal for bird watching, star gazing and long walks. Holiday clubs and a childminding service are also available
Area Info
The Greater Swellendam Farming Community includes the towns of Swellendam, Suurbraak, Barrydale, Buffeljagsrivier and Malgas
These towns owe their origin to a colourful history steeped in trade and include sections of the Garden Route and R62. Stretching from the Klein Karoo, Langeberg Mountains and Wine Routes to the Ocean at Koppie Alleen, each of our ‘dorpies’ has its own unique character, crafts and history to share
Swellendam is one of the biggest agricultural producing areas in South Africa, generating huge amounts of grain, Canola oil, meat & dairy as well as exporting Citrus, berries, Persimmons, wool and wine all over the world
Units and Rooms
Family A-Frame Cabin
Guests: 4
Ideal for 4, the cabin has a loft with a queen-size bed, 2 single sofa beds, and a private compost toilet. The kitchen has a gas cooker and tea and coffee-making facilities, opening onto a deck. The cabin shares communal ablutions with showers
Gaia Double/Twin bell tent
Guests: 2
Fully Furnished with 2 single beds, side tables, gas heater & deck chairs outside. The tent share the use of communal ablutions with shower. Guests have use of a fully equipped kitchen at the shared glamping deck, braai facilities, firepit & river access
Gaia Family Campsite
Guests: 5
Overlooking the river, the sites share ablution facilities with showers and toilets. Guests have use of the communal braai facilities, fire pit and kitchen located at the glamping deck. Guests, please need to bring their own camping equipment
Wooden deck campsite
Guests: 5
Premium campsite, as this is a 6m x 5m wooden deck right on the river embankment & closer to the glampdeck & ablutions than the campsite. Please bring along your own tent and all your own camping gear, nothing is provided.
Gaia River Cabin
Guests: 4
This open plan fully furnished 4 sleeper cabin is perfect for families, with a 1 x double bed and 1 bunk bed, and a lovely wooden deck with views of the river. The cabin has a small kitchenette with a gas cooker, crockery & cutlery.
Topdeck double decker bus
Guests: 4
Max Adults: 2
4 Sleeper double decker old school bus, with stunning views of the Langeberg Mountain range. It has a bouble bedroom & bunk beds, full kitchen, ample seating space & an outdoor picnic table. Only suitable for kids btw 4-16 yrs old, bunk beds 1,7m.
