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Farmstay near Tulbagh: Eikelaan Farm Cottages

15/11/2017

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Dam, Eikelaan farmstay, Tulbagh accommodation in the Cape Winelands
​By Roxanne Reid
The tranquil farming valley of Tulbagh is just 90 minutes from Cape Town. There are many things to do here so it makes sense to spend a night or two in Tulbagh accommodation to enjoy them. We loved our farmstay near Tulbagh at Eikelaan Farm Cottages. 

​When you think of Tulbagh, you conjure images of heritage buildings, wine tasting on beautiful estates, farming, olives, hiking, horse-riding and more. What better way to enjoy yourself in the area than to surround yourself with fresh air and open spaces on a farmstay experience. 
Sheep, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
Relax at your cottage while the working farm goes about its business
Dam, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
From your Eikelaan farmstay cottage, you can see the dam against the backdrop of mountains
​Eikelaan Farm Cottages are just 10 minutes away from the centre of Tulbagh and we loved our stay there. A farmstay is one of my favourite experiences, the wide open spaces providing relaxation and breathing space in great big satisfying globs. 
Cottages, Eikelaan farmstay, Tulbagh accommodation in the Cape Winelands
Eikelaan farmstay's one-bedroom cottages
Cottages, Eikelaan farmstay, Tulbagh accommodation in the Cape Winelands
One-bedroom cottages front right, next to the pool, with the farmhouse behind them. The two-bedroom cottage is out of picture to the right.
​This Tulbagh accommodation has three cottages – a two-bedroom cottage, and two one-bedroomed cottages, all with a sleeper couch in the living area. At just R800 for up to four people, the one-bedroom cottages make a perfect budget getaway for small families. The two-bedroom cottage has two bathrooms and costs R1450 for a maximum of six people (November 2017 prices).
Living area, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
The living area of our one-bedroom cottage
​Our one-bedroom cottage had a full kitchen, with fridge, stove and microwave as well as all the kitchen equipment we needed to make our life easy. The bedroom, with a king size bed, and the living room were large, and there was both a shower and a bath in the bathroom. 
Bedroom, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
Oodles of space in our bedroom
Living area, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
The fireplace and sleeper couch in our one-bedroom cottage
​Although the weather was neither overly warm nor cold in October when we visited, it was good to see fans in the bedroom and living room, an air conditioner in the bedroom, and a fireplace in the living room – in case we planned to return in mid-winter or high summer.
Living area, Cottages, Eikelaan farmstay, Tulbagh accommodation in the Cape Winelands
The living area of the two-bedroom cottage
View, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
The view from the two-bedroom cottage
Organic veggies, free-range eggs
Farmer’s wife Lynette Fourie busies herself with growing organic veggies and keeping free-range chickens. There’s a price list in each cottage in case you want to buy some produce to take home with you (I can recommend the farm eggs). 
Organic veggie garden, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
The organic vegetable garden
Here’s a quick tip. The farm supplies veggies to good-food clubs and the Oranjezicht City Farm & Market in Cape Town every week, so if you want to be sure you can buy what you’re looking for, it’s best to plan ahead when you book your farmstay cottage. Ask Lynette for her produce list (including olives and honey as well as veggies and eggs) and order beforehand to avoid disappointment.
Geese, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
The guard geese and snail patrol
10 things to do at Eikelaan
Eikelaan is a working farm, with sheep, wheat, olives, vines and honey bees, but there’s plenty for visitors to do on the farm too. 
Playground, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
The kids will entertain themselves while you lounge around the pool
1. Sit under the vines on your cottage’s porch to enjoy a meal, or make a braai (firewood supplied). Drink in the views of the garden, the farm dam and the mountains beyond. See geese at the dam or patrolling the farm, watch sheep coming back from the fields in the late afternoon.
2. Between the cottages and the pool area, there’s a small playground with swings, a slide and jungle gym for the kids.
Swimming pool, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
Perfect for hot summer days
3. Take a dip in the swimming pool in summer. There’s a lapa next to it for lazing or communal braais – great if you’re two or three families travelling together, or for making new friends.
4. Go walking along farm roads or through the fynbos, vineyards and olive trees to enjoy the mountain views and the birdlife. About 4km away there’s a nice walk to a waterfall, where you can swim in a pool.
5. Bring your bike and go cycling along the farm roads and tracks – the Cape Epic route goes through the farm when it’s in the area.
​6. Spend some time stargazing after dark, here where Big City lights are far away and the air is pure.
Free range hens, Eikelaan farmstay near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
Eikelaan farmstay's free range hens
7. Kids can take a basket and help collect free range eggs. They will also be entertained by the sheep and geese, especially the chance to see lambs in lambing season (from April). 
​8. Bring your rod and go fishing for carp in the farm dam, on a catch-and-release basis.
9. Go horse riding on the neighbouring farm. You will need to book this in advance so get the contact details from Lynette.
10. “Watch the sunset, which is almost impossibly crimson in winter,” Lynette recommends.
Montpellier wine estate,near Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands
Wine tasting is just one of many things to do while you're in Tulbagh
While you enjoy your farmstay at Eikelaan, there’s a host of other things to keep you entertained in the greater Tulbagh area too – see 17 things to do in Tulbagh, Cape Winelands.

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10 Comments
Jennifer Bezuidenhout
15/11/2017 07:13:10 pm

Looks amazing Lynette all the hard work has paid off.

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Roxanne
15/11/2017 09:25:30 pm

As a visitor, Jennifer, I don't know much about the hard work behind the scenes except what I see for myself. My acid test is usually: would I go back? In this case, absolutely.

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Raymond
16/11/2017 11:04:12 pm

A cool getaway. From the pics that’s good value as so many places are overcharging.
The church looks like it is in France. Last time my wife and I were at Tulbach was 26 years ago. Will have to revisit.

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Roxanne
17/11/2017 06:58:29 am

I agree that Eikelaan is excellent value, Raymond. And yes, I suppose that chapel does look French-ish; the name of the estate - Montpellier - is too!

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Llewellyn Lambert link
23/3/2018 06:48:39 pm

We loved our stay at Raptor Rise-also fantastic value for money.
Thanks for the suggestion for next time- http://www.hospitalityhedonist.co.za/self-catering-accommodation-tulbagh-raptor-rise/

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Roxanne
23/3/2018 08:36:12 pm

Thanks for your comment, Llewellyn. Yes, lots of lovely places to stay in and around Tulbagh.

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Heather Nel
16/4/2018 12:53:22 pm

Thank you for this great review Roxanne. We have taken you recommendation and have booked to go and stay there this coming weekend.

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Roxanne
19/4/2018 10:35:05 am

That's fab, Heather. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Don't forget to book your organic veg and farm-fresh eggs :-)

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Heather Nel
19/4/2018 04:56:10 pm

I have taken your advice and done that ... thank you

Carel van Niekerk
21/7/2020 09:06:39 am

Looks great

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