Rhenosterkop Rest Camp Agulhas National Park SANParks

These historic cottages lie on one of the oldest farms in the Strandveld and was established in 1742. The Strandveld patriarch Matthys Rostock Lourens received grazing rights here on 21 February 1757, and the Cape Government in 1836 registered the land formally in the name of his son Matthys Johannes Lourens. The farmstead consists of four typical Strandveld buildings built according to the typical vernacular style. The oldest houses probably dates back to the middle of the 18th century while the youngest to 1939/40.

The cottages have been carefully restored for the modern day visitor. The name originates from the skull of a Black Rhino which was found in this area many years ago and is still being preserved in the Springfield Estate museum.

The cottages are situated 31km from the Cape Agulhas Lighthouse off the Struisbaai/Elim road. The road is a gravel road of approximately 18 kilometers and even though it is not necessary to have a 4x4, a high clearance vehicle is recommended, especially in the wet season (June to August). It is advisable to contact the Park prior to booking to confirm road conditions. Travelling time from the reception office to the farmstead is approximately 45 minutes.