Oudtshoorn

Oudtshoorn lies in a valley, with the Swartberg mountain range to the North and the Outeniqua mountain range to the south, and is known for its almost unbearable heat, especially during December and January.

The town boasts many historical buildings known as ostrich palaces - these were homes built by the wealthy in the early days - most of them are made from sandstone and sport impressive gables.

The CP Nel Museum is an impressive building that had been started by a local who had started to collect items of historical value. He left the museum to the town in his will, when he died in 1953. A walk through the museum is like a walk into yesteryear as you find evidence of the glory days of the feather boom in the late nineteenth century.

Today, Oudtshoorn does not only rely on the feather industry, but is seen as a tourist destination - there are several ostrich farms which tourists may visit to learn more about ostriches, and of course the Cango Caves attract large numbers of visitors each year as well.

In recent years, Oudtshoorn has also achieved fame as being the "Afrikaans culture capital of South Africa" - each year the town plays host to the "Klein Karoo Nasionale Kuns Fees", a national art festival that celebrates Afrikanderdom and the Afrikaans language.

ACCOMMODATION
	ADLEY HOUSE Built in 1905 by Sidney Herbert Adley during the `Ostrich feather Boom period' 1880 to 1914. This magnificent Sandstone Victorian Homestead is situated on an acre of land in a quiet up market residential area near to the centre of town - For further information click here
	ALOE MANOR Aloe Manor, 4 star luxury accommodation is situated in a peaceful area with very little traffic. The architectonic wonder of this establishment is that it ensures a natural balance between the scenic beauty of the surrounding area and the needs of our guests - For further information click here
	DE DENNE GUEST HOUSE This cosy guest-house is situated on a working ostrich and alfalfa farm, with some 2000 ostriches on extensive alfalfa fields, with spectacular views of the Olifants River Valley and the Swartberg Mountain range. This charming Victorian homestead dates back to 1910 - For further information click here
	DE OUDEMEUL COUNTRY LODGE This beautiful Lodge and ostrich farm is situated in Schoemanspoort and is totally surrounded by mountains. The willow trees and river give a peaceful atmosphere and is food for the soul. If you like nature, De Oude Meul is the place to be - For further information click here
	LA PENSION A traditional welcome awaits you at La Pension, a Cape Dutch-style residence built in 1914 and situated in a quiet, leafy suburb. There are 5 tastefully decorated en suite bedrooms, a self-contained unit and a 2-bedroomed garden cottage - For further information click here
	MILES B&B Miles B&B Guest House is a delightful three star accommodation option in the Oudtshoorn Area. We offer two double rooms with bathroom en suite, as well as two double rooms with twin beds. Three of these luxury bedrooms open out onto the balcony - For further information click here
	MOOIPLAAS GUESTHOUSE Mooiplaas Guesthouse is a stylish and luxurious four-star guest house on a family-run working ostrich farm just south of Oudtshoorn. If you want to relax this is the place to get away from it all. At Mooiplaas Guest House you will be warmly welcomed - For further information click here
	ONE-O-ONE GUESTHOUSE This "family first" guesthouse is situated 500m from the main street and is located in the most spacious neighbourhood of Oudtshoorn. We are a 10 minutes walk away from the center of town with all its fine restaurants, pubs and shops - For further information click here
	THE THORNTREE COUNTRY HOUSE The Country House is situated on the route to the Cango Caves, the Swartberg Pass and the circle route to Prince Albert via Meiringspoort. It is also within easy reach of the Cango Ostrich Farm and Cango Wildlife Ranch. A private and secure romantic retreat - For further information click here