From R1170 to R6400, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Like a number of surrounding getaways, Rockhaven has the unfair advantage of being nestled among the spectacular Groot Winterhoek mountains. In this case, two comfortable cottages (Lavender and Erica) with very reasonable price tags provide your weekend lodging on this working farm.
The furnishings in both cottages are neat and unpretentious and everything seems in place for a very pleasant weekend – all that you need bring is a sensible mix of well-behaved mates and maybe the family hound. Reports from the latter indicate that Rockhaven is dog heaven (Within the limits of three hounds per cottages of course), with enough delirious dassie scents to fill a month of happy canine dreams.
The cottages sleep six (Erica) and four (Lavender), respectively; if you're looking for a group getaway think about booking both. Erica Cottage is a little more basic than the original Lavender (French doors, light and airy, fireplace, nice decor), but nevertheless very well equipped, with a mix of queen and single beds, linen, towels, etc, all part of the deal.
If you're looking for something that'll handle a few families or an en-masse gathering, then The Farmhouse is your spot. This sprawling abode is nestled under tall trees with gorgeous views onto open lawns, the dam and the mountains beyond. With seven bedrooms, one with ensuite loo, and two full bathrooms as well as an outside shower, the house sleeps 14 comfortably. Three bedrooms have queen beds, one has a double bed and the other three each have two single beds. There is a large living area and fully equipped kitchen. Outdoors a covered stoep and a rock in-ground plunge-pool are at your beck and call.
If supplies run low, fear not. Nearby Stoffelina se Winkel is always on hand for basic supplies, plus pre orders of her delicious home-made bread. You can also buy extra firewood here is required.
For human visitors, the surrounding Jupiter landscape has plenty of walks, nooks and crannies to explore, orchards to lose yourself in, rivers to dip in and out of, buck to spot and enough snow every second winter or so to build a snowman. Sit on the stoep and watch the sun set slowly on the Citrusdal Valley, take a stroll to the farm dam and enjoy a dip in its crystal clear waters, walk further along to the rock pools and waterfalls of the Ratel River, or simply lie back on the lawn and soak up the rays.
Not even an irksome cellphone can pierce Rockhaven’s utter serenity – for that you need to walk about 100m.
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