The Drumsheugh Farmstead and Cattle Farm is set in the heart of the Green Kalahari. Relax while enjoying the natural surroundings of the Kalahari in a remote and private area on a working farm 60 km east of Askham, on the R31 towards Van Zylsrus, which is a gravel road.
The Farmstead can accommodate up to 26 guests in 9 bedrooms. The main house comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a guest toilet. There are 4 additional flatlets. Two of the flatlets each contain 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a kitchenette, while the other 2 flatlets each contain 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Each bedroom contains a double bed or 2 single beds. The bathrooms each contain a shower, a toilet, and a wash basin. Additional guests can be accommodated on one of 4 double sleeper couches in the living area.
The large central well-equipped kitchen is fitted with fridges, a stove and oven, a microwave, a dishwasher, and even a bread maker. The air-conditioned living area features a 10-seater dining table and a wood stove, seating, a flat-screen TV, and a pool table. There is a large covered outdoor braai area with seating and a second wood stove. The stunning front pool deck offers outdoor dining furniture, a splash pool, and sun loungers, and overlooks a game waterhole. A vehicle with 4x4 driving capabilities is required to reach the Farmstead.
Take walks through the veld, climb the red dunes, or enjoy viewing a range of antelope present around the house. Guided drives through the rest of the farm are possible with prior arrangements.
The farms' purpose is mostly for breeding programs of Bonsmara cattle, sable antelope, roan antelope, and black impala however naturally occurring wildlife such as springbok, oryx antelope, steenbuck, duiker, aardvark, porcupine, tortoise and a variety of birds, roam freely across the farms. Drumsheugh offers travellers to the Kalahari a unique opportunity to experience farm life in a completely private setting. With Kgalagadi Park 135 km away, it is an ideal stopover location en route to or from the park.
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Drumsheugh Farmstead and Cattle Farm
Drumsheugh Farmstead and Cattle Farm
Drumsheugh Farmstead and Cattle Farm
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The Farmstead can accommodate up to 26 guests in 9 bedrooms. The main house comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a guest toilet. There are 4 additional flatlets. Two of the flatlets each contain 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a kitchenette, while the other 2 flatlets each contain 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Each bedroom contains a double bed or 2 single beds. The bathrooms each contain a shower, a toilet, and a wash basin. Additional guests can be accommodated on one of 4 double sleeper couches in the living area.
The large central well-equipped kitchen is fitted with fridges, a stove and oven, a microwave, a dishwasher, and even a bread maker. The air-conditioned living area features a 10-seater dining table and a wood stove, seating, a flat-screen TV, and a pool table. There is a large covered outdoor braai area with seating and a second wood stove. The stunning front pool deck offers outdoor dining furniture, a splash pool, and sun loungers, and overlooks a game waterhole. A vehicle with 4x4 driving capabilities is required to reach the Farmstead.
Take walks through the veld, climb the red dunes, or enjoy viewing a range of antelope present around the house. Guided drives through the rest of the farm are possible with prior arrangements.
The farms' purpose is mostly for breeding programs of Bonsmara cattle, sable antelope, roan antelope, and black impala however naturally occurring wildlife such as springbok, oryx antelope, steenbuck, duiker, aardvark, porcupine, tortoise and a variety of birds, roam freely across the farms. Drumsheugh offers travellers to the Kalahari a unique opportunity to experience farm life in a completely private setting. With Kgalagadi Park 135 km away, it is an ideal stopover location en route to or from the park.
The Farmstead can accommodate up to 26 guests in 9 bedrooms. The main house comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a guest toilet. There are 4 additional flatlets. Two of the flatlets each contain 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a kitchenette, while the other 2 flatlets each contain 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Each bedroom contains a double bed or 2 single beds. The bathrooms each contain a shower, a toilet, and a wash basin. Additional guests can be accommodated on one of 4 double sleeper couches in the living area.
The large central well-equipped kitchen is fitted with fridges, a stove and oven, a microwave, a dishwasher, and even a bread maker. The air-conditioned living area features a 10-seater dining table and a wood stove, seating, a flat-screen TV, and a pool table. There is a large covered outdoor braai area with seating and a second wood stove. The stunning front pool deck offers outdoor dining furniture, a splash pool, and sun loungers, and overlooks a game waterhole. A vehicle with 4x4 driving capabilities is required to reach the Farmstead.
Take walks through the veld, climb the red dunes, or enjoy viewing a range of antelope present around the house. Guided drives through the rest of the farm are possible with prior arrangements.
The farms' purpose is mostly for breeding programs of Bonsmara cattle, sable antelope, roan antelope, and black impala however naturally occurring wildlife such as springbok, oryx antelope, steenbuck, duiker, aardvark, porcupine, tortoise and a variety of birds, roam freely across the farms. Drumsheugh offers travellers to the Kalahari a unique opportunity to experience farm life in a completely private setting. With Kgalagadi Park 135 km away, it is an ideal stopover location en route to or from the park.
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Reviews (22)
22 guests' feedbackWe thoroughly enjoyed the cottage. The aircons were a relief in the January heat along with the indoor grill. The place is very neatly equipped. Also went to look at the farm and drove around the farm. Would like to stay there one day with the whole family.
Wonderful stay in a well-appointed cottage. Complete tranquility everything one could want for a peaceful stay in the middle of nowhere!
The house was beautiful and tastefully furnished. It made the dirt road there absolutely worth it. Friendly welcome. Kalahari at its best.
Freddie was very helpful and so friendly! Very good service and very nice house! We felt very at home and comfortable. They also gave us permission to go swimming at the other part of the farm. Extremely pleasant in that heat (and load shedding).
The right place to experience the Kalahari's silence and tranquility. The staff are excellent and helpful. The accommodation is great and it is the best place to find tranquility.
A beautiful setting and some thought given to the accommodation, a nice thought is ice in the freezer. We did find all the plates, cooking products very dusty and needed cleaning before use, seems like n- one has stayed here in a while. No coffee press nor milk for coffee, no emergency lights in living area nor torches (now stage 6 load shedding). No Wi-Fi available and no advise on extremely bad road to be experienced from Askham to the farm which is badly rutted and travelling is approx 20kms per hr in 4x4.
Comfortable neat cottage.
It was incredibly peaceful. Cottage was clean and very tidy. Tastefully furnished and everything you need. We will definitely visit again - will stay longer next time.
Everything one needs is there. Will stay there again.
We had a lovely stay and there was everything we needed. Our children played in the red sand all the time. There are some maintenance jobs that need attention. Clearer communication would be good, especially i. f. m. "daily cleaning services and daily wood supply" as indicated on the website's description. The latter services were not available. It's a beautiful place! We will definitely come again.
What a gorgeous venue in a well equipped and stunning cottage.
Maybe looking at replacing the cutlery and just going through the list of equipment again. Some of the items are not complete.
The tranquillity of the environment was just what I needed and we love the game drive. I would definitely bring my whole family back for a collective break away.
See stars.
It was beautiful, clean, tidy and the people there were very friendly and helpful. Jean-Mari and Ferdi planned everything so beautifully and were just a feast to work with and communicate with. Thank you very much!
Very cute house, with all the necessary implements and a lot of privacy!
Beautiful! Very neat and tasteful decor. We will definitely visit there again, this time for longer. Most beautiful sunset!
Had the opportunity to meet the new owner, Nico van de Berg at the Farmstead. It is a fantastic location and the whole ambience and the fantastic facilities can only make for an unforgettable stay!
We can't wait to visit the Kalahari again.
We had a great time! Loved the cottage and its surroundings. Just what we needed to relax and forget about everything. Ferdi and rest of the staff were very friendly. We enjoyed the drive on the farm as well. I will definitely recommend it to anyone. Would love to go back there sometime in the future.
The experience was very nice - small finishing touches that are missing: No toilet brushes, no soaps, shampoo etc. not in bathrooms. Also very nice!
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Please note, there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road, before arrival, as it could be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.The Cottage can be accessed by a normal vehicle, however, the 5 km road from the main gate to the Farmstead is thick sand and requires a vehicle with 4x4 driving capabilities.
The Farmstead is supplied with Eskom electricity and water from the Kalahari pipeline scheme. Cellular signal is present but other than Vodacom, not always very reliable.
Please ensure all doors and windows are closed when leaving the cottage/homestead.
Due to all the farm animals, we can unfortunately not allow any pets.
No smoking inside the cottage/homestead.
Noise levels are to be kept to a minimum.
A limited amount of firewood is supplied daily. Additional bundles can be purchased.
Good quality beds guarantee a good night's rest. Linen and towels, and a limited supply of shampoo, bath soap, and toilet paper are provided.
Collection of firewood and making of any fires outside the dedicated areas is strictly prohibited.
Guests must please take measures to ensure that they are well informed and equipped in the event of a medical or any other type of emergency.
Guests staying in the Cottage will not have use of the splash pool. The use of the splash pool is exclusively for guests staying at the Farmstead.
Please note hunting practices take place on the premises.
The Farmstead can accommodate up to 26 guests in 9 bedrooms. The main house comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a guest toilet. There are 4 additional flatlets. Two of the flatlets each contain 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a kitchenette, while the other 2 flatlets each contain 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Each bedroom contains a double bed or 2 single beds. The bathrooms each contain a shower, a toilet, and a wash basin. Additional guests can be accommodated on one of 4 double sleeper couches in the living area.
The large central well-equipped kitchen is fitted with fridges, a stove and oven, a microwave, a dishwasher, and even a bread maker. The air-conditioned living area features a 10-seater dining table and a wood stove, seating, a flat-screen TV, and a pool table. There is a large covered outdoor braai area with seating and a second wood stove. The stunning front pool deck offers outdoor dining furniture, a splash pool, and sun loungers, and overlooks a game waterhole. A vehicle with 4x4 driving capabilities is required to reach the Farmstead.
Take walks through the veld, climb the red dunes, or enjoy viewing a range of antelope present around the house. Guided drives through the rest of the farm are possible with prior arrangements.
The farms' purpose is mostly for breeding programs of Bonsmara cattle, sable antelope, roan antelope, and black impala however naturally occurring wildlife such as springbok, oryx antelope, steenbuck, duiker, aardvark, porcupine, tortoise and a variety of birds, roam freely across the farms. Drumsheugh offers travellers to the Kalahari a unique opportunity to experience farm life in a completely private setting. With Kgalagadi Park 135 km away, it is an ideal stopover location en route to or from the park.
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