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ABOUT DE OPSTAL
Welcome to De Opstal Country Lodge in
the picturesque Schoemanshoek Valley. De Opstal is just
12 km from Oudtshoorn on the main road (R328) to the
world famous Cango Caves. It is also within easy reach
of tourist attractions such as the Cango Wildlife Ranch
and the Cango Ostrich Show Farm.
The Lodge consists of a group of typical Little Karoo
farm buildings, beautifully restored and fitted with
modern conveniences, set in lush, tranquil garden
surroundings. The complex has a swimming pool and a
rustic restaurant where traditional breakfasts and
hearty farm-style dinners are served.
   
The entire complex has an old world ambience with
subtle modern touches which ensure a luxurious stay.
The old stables, old wagon house, old farmhouse,
share cropper's cottage, old barn and bungalow have been
lovingly restored by hosts Albertus and Matilda de Bod
and furnished tastefully with antiques, Cape cottage
furniture, Victoriana and heirlooms from the Schoeman
family of which Matilda is a member. The tasteful
interiors, together with the unique Little Karoo
hospitality and personal attention to detail and guests'
whims offered by Albertus and Matilda, create an
atmosphere of intimacy and homeliness that makes one
welcome immediately.
HISTORY
The Schoemanshoek Valley, in which De Opstal Country
Lodge is set, is named after Matilda de Bod's family.
For generations the Schoeman family farmed tabacco,
fruit, vegetables and ostriches in this fertile valley.
Matilda is the eight generation Schoeman living in the
valley. The beautiful farm house, stables and milking
parlour date back to 1830. All the buildings in the
complex have been creatively converted into modern,
quaint en suite bedrooms with the retention of an
atmosphere of rustic charm. The terracotta floors, heavy
wooden doors and shutters and wide timber ceilings bear
the scars, buckles and blemishes of generations of use
and give the entire complex an authentic feel. In this
relaxed atmosphere Albertus and Matilda treat their
guests to wholesome country hospitality and food,
reminiscent of the bygone era of the 1800's.
FOOD AND DINING
   
Hearty farm style breakfasts are served in the
spacious restaurant, which is also decorated in a style
similar to the rest of the complex. There is a bar area
for pre-dinner relaxing. A four-course dinner is served
and consists of a set menu containing tastefully
prepared regional and ostrich meat dishes. Matilda is
also prepared to supply guests with picnic lunches on
request.
ACCOMMODATION
Guests
are
accommodated
in the
restored
buildings
in the
complex.
There
are
several
options
to
choose
from.
The Old Stables (Room 1 & 2) contain a lounge,
bathroom with shower and all modern amenities. There are
two rooms with queen size double beds and one room with
twin beds. The complex contains fireplaces,
air-conditioning, clock-radios and televisions. The Old
Milking Parlour (Room 3) has a sitting room, bathroom
with shower and all modern amenities, with twin beds,
air-conditioning. The Old Kitchen (Room 4) has twin
beds, a bathroom with bath and all modern amenities.
   
The Old Wagon House (Room 5 & 6) has a lounge,
fireplaces, air-conditioning, televisions, clock-radios,
a bathroom with shower and all modern amenities, two
rooms with double queen size beds and one room with twin
beds. In the Old Farm House (Room 8, 9 & 10) there
is a lounge, fireplaces, air-conditioning, clock-radios,
bathrooms with showers and all modern amenities, two
rooms with queen size double beds and one room with twin
beds. This complex is ideal for a group or a family of
4-6 guests.
The Share Cropper's House (Room 11, 12 & 13) has
a lounge, fireplace, air conditioning, clock-radios,
bathrooms with a showers and all modern amenities and
three rooms with twin beds. The Share Cropper's House is
ideal for a group or family of 4-6 guests.
   
The Bungalow (Room 7) has a lounge, fireplace, fan,
television, clock-radio and bathroom with bath and all
modern amenities. It has one bedroom with twin beds. The
Old Barn (Room 14) contains a lounge, fireplace, air
conditioning, a clock-radio, a bathroom with shower and
all modern amenities and one bedroom with twin beds.
The Garden Suites Sitting (Room 15 & 16),
bathroom with shower and all modern amenities (toilet
separate from bathroom), twin beds, fireplace,
air-conditioning and TV / M-Net and honesty bar. The
Pool Suites (Rooms 17 & 18) bathroom with shower and
all modern amenities, twin beds, fireplace,
air-conditioning and TV / M-Net and honesty bar. The
Pond Suites (Rooms 19 & 20) have a sitting room,
bathroom with shower, bath and all modern amenities
(toilet separate from bathroom). They have queensized
beds, a fireplace, air-conditioning and TV/M-Net as well
as a welcome sherry decanter.
Restaurant
Enjoy our famous cuisine in the restaurant. De Opstal
offers a relaxing atmosphere in our lounge and bar area.
Enjoy your favourite drink and discuss the day's
happening in the comfort of our ostrich-covered lounge
suite.
   
Conference Facilities
De Opstal Country Lodge offers the following:
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A conference facililty for up to 30 delegates
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Equipment including an overhead projector and
screen, flip charts, white boards, television and VCR
and executive pads and writing material
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Fully catered conferences including tea, coffee
and juice on arrival, mid-mornning and mid-afternoon
tea, coffee, pasteries and savouries and a tailormade
lunch menu to suite your needs
Weddings
De Opstal Country Lodge offers the following:
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A garden chapel for the ceremony
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Restaurant or a marquee tent for the reception
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Suitable for day or night weddings
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Accommodate up to 150 guests with a dance floor
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Wedding advisor, menu testing, preferencial accommodation rates for wedding guests, complimentary bridal suite
   
There is a salt water swimming pool.
We offer hiking trails, under roof parking and a free
car wash.
Added to all this, we offer the best personal
attention by the owners.
   
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