Karoo Masterclass House

Make your way to the quiet southern end of Prince Albert and you just might find yourself on the doorstep of the warm and welcoming Karoo Masterclass House. This gorgeous home has three spacious bedrooms in the main house, plus an extra ensuite bedroom in a separate Studio Suite, bringing the total number of guests to eight. It’s decorated in calming neutral tones and filled with thoughtful touches – such as your grocery shopping done on request before you arrive, and complimentary health breakfast supplies delivered daily. (Guests also have access to the herb and vegetable garden for freshly picked produce.) Expect every comfort and luxury here, from a five-plate Smeg gas stove and 80-inch television to electric blankets on all the beds, a coffee machine and leather reclining armchairs. Sigh.

THE LODGINGS

Bedrooms + bathrooms

• 3 bedrooms in the main house (1 super-king-size bed, 2 queens) plus 1 in the Studio Suite (super-king-size bed or 2 singles)
• Electric blankets on all the beds
• 2 ensuite bathrooms (bath and shower) with underfloor heating
• Bathroom amenities

Indoor living

• Open-plan lounge and dining room
• Fully equipped kitchen with Smeg 5-plate gas stove, microwave and coffee machine
• Separate TV lounge with leather reclining armchairs
• Log fireplace (firewood provided)
• Air-conditioning
• Tea and coffee facilities
• Complimentary WiFi

Outdoor living

• Furnished verandah and braai area
• Private swimming pool
• Private garden with outdoor shower
• Access to organic herb and vegetable garden

Catering

• Complimentary health breakfast supplies delivered daily
• Braai baskets (pre-order)
• Breakfast baskets (pre-order)

THINGS TO DO

On the property

• Gaze at the stars
• Spot a variety of local birds
• Swim in the private pool
• Pick your own herbs and vegetables
• Dine at Karoo Charcoal restaurant

In the area

• Pick up heirloom produce, fresh bakes and jams at the Saturday market
• Take a guided Storyweaver walk to learn about Prince Albert’s history
• Go wine-tasting at Bergwater, Fernskloof, Reiersvlei and SoetKaroo
• Visit the Fransie Pienaar Museum (and try some “witblits”)
• Watch a performance at the Showroom Theatre
• Enjoy a range of products at O is for Olive, Kredouw Estate and Weltevrede Fig Farm
• Stock up on artisanal cheese at Gay’s Guernsey Dairy
• Drive (or mountain-bike) the Swartberg Pass
• Visit the art galleries and studios of local artists
• Connect with nature at Gamkapoort Dam
• Hike up Gordon’s Koppie for a view over town (trailhead on Bergsig Street)
• Take a biodiversity walk at Wolwekraal Nature Reserve
• Browse local hand-crafts at Karoo Looms, Cape Mohair and Avoova
• Eat at local restaurants (see our guide) and drink at the Green Prince Gin Bar