Rhebokvlakte Cottage

Rheboksvlakte offers a very private stay. Situated in a panoramic valley the cottage guarantees a front row seat to the best sunrise in the Karoo. The insulated finish and good air flow, ensures cool days and warm nights.

Check-in: 14h00 | Check-out: 10h00 

Minimum Stay: 1 Nights (2 Nights preferable over weekends)

THE COTTAGE

Equipped for self-catering, Rheboksvlakte offers a very private stay. Designed for 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 kids or a romantic stay for 2, there is one bedroom with a double bed and a sleeper couch in the lounge area. The cottage has a kitchenette, shower and bathroom with a wooden deck boasting a wood fired hot tub.

SLEEPING

Bedroom: 1 | Double Bed

Double Sleeper Couches (bedding included)

1 Bathroom with a shower and toilet

LIVING 

Enjoy a sheltered stoep with a wood fired hot tub, outdoor chairs and a table. The kitchen is fitted out with a two plate gas hob, a large fridge and a kettle. Dining is bar style inside. 

THE AREA

Gecko Rock is located within one of the World’s most unique regions. Known simply as the Karoo. The name, ‘Karoo’ originates from the Khoikhoi tribe, who long ago called the region ‘Garob’ – meaning place of great dryness. The word eventually changed to Carro, and finally its present-day form. Described by Prof. Bruce Rubidge as a ‘Palaeontological Wonderland’ the Karoo basin contains one of the most remarkable records of prehistoric activity – from the Permian to the Jurassic age.

Plants and animals abound too – and on Gecko Rock one can observe three distinct vegetation types – succulent Karoo - (vetplante), renosterveld Karoo – (shrubs, bushes, and trees) and fynbos Karoo – restios, proteas, ericas.

The indigenous game is found on the reserve – leopard, springbok, gemsbok, zebra, grey rhebuck, duiker, steenbokkie, klipspringer, aardvark, African wild cat, caracul and even honey badger.

Many bird species including the rare black harrier and Verreaux’s eagle that frequently nests in the valleys and cliffs.

GOOD TO KNOW 

Starting at R1500 for two people, each additional adult is R250. Kids younger than 16 pay R175 additional. The maximum capacity is 4 people. 

You will need;

• Enough fuel (nearest petrol station – 30km – Touwsrivier)
• Braai wood, firelighters & matches
• Torch
• Binoculars
• Toiletries
• First Aid kits, insect repellant
• Cleaning basics and braai essentials are covered
• Swimming Towels

Solar System available for charging devices.

There is a small shop at Reception for basic supplies such as firewood (R50 per bag), firelighters, matches, tea, coffee, milk, cold drinks, ice, chips, and sweets etc.

Pets are welcome by prior arrangement only.

By arrangement you welcome to a more leisurely departure should no guests be arriving after your stay.

OUR RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCES

Rock Climbing
Abseiling 
Mountain Biking
Hiking
Stargazing
4 x 4 Seattle Trail, level 4
4 x 2 Nature Trail
Beautiful photography opportunities micro/macro/landscapes
Flowers/Succulents

WE SUPPORT

Gecko Rock Supports Safe Citizen NPO; booking through Lifetree Collection ensures that 5% of your fee is donated directly to this chosen project.

BOOKING TERMS 

Booking Policy 

50% upfront to secure the booking, within 24 hours of booking taking place.

R700 refundable damage deposit. 

Cancellation Policy

Cancel 21 days before date check-in and get a 90% refund 

Cancel 14 - 20 days before date check in and get a 70% refund 

Cancel 7 - 13 days before check in and get a 35% refund

Cancel 1 - 6 days before check in and get a 10% refund