Klein Paradijs Country Retreat

Budget Getaways Review

21km from Gansbaai, just across the way from Pearly Beach and set amidst swathes of fynbos and grassland, Klein Paradijs, as the name suggests is just that, paradise! Recognised as a voluntary conservation site by Cape Nature, the pristine surroundings are testimony to the hard work and meticulous management of the property by hosts, Susanne and Michael.

Taking a look at the accommodation, this comes in the form of four cottages, in various shapes and sizes. First up, we have the two Farm Cottages. Set within easy reach of each other, each cottage sleeps four and has two bedrooms, a shared bathroom with shower, a fully equipped kitchen and an indoor and outdoor fireplace/braai.

Next up, we have the Large Thatched Cottage, sleeping a total of six, this character cottage has three bedrooms, a shared bathroom with separate shower, equipped kitchen and indoor and outdoor fireplace/braai. The cottage has an enclosed garden and is pet friendly.

Lastly, the Small Thatched Cottage, making a good option for couples. This unit sleeps two and like the others, has a fully equipped kitchen and indoor and outdoor fireplace/braai. The cottage has an enclosed garden and is pet friendly.

Common to all are quality linen and towels, large lawned areas and great views.

There is more than enough to keep you occupied at Klein Paradijs, such as gentle farm walks, including a viewing deck on the mountain edge, amongst the fynbos. Enjoy an afternoon picnic on the jetty of the farm dam (The dam is not always suitable for swimming or canoeing and depends on rainfall) or cycle down to Pearly Beach (bring your own bike) and reward yourself with lunch at the Pizza Shack or Fynbos Deck restaurants.

All in all, a fantastic spot for nature lovers, birders, hikers, stargazers or anyone looking to get out and take in some of the best the Overberg has to offer.