Groenvlei (Sedgefield), Western Cape, South Africa
Zelf-Zichricht
(POA)
Encouraged by the peasant movement existing in France's mountain regions, Shepherd's Keep Gîte hosts a self-sustained farm on the Goukamma hiking trail.
This secluded cabin is a off-grid micro home. The access is by a jeep track running off the Blombos trail nearby and is a hidden part of a hamlet including farm homestead (100m North) and Safari camp (100m to East). The basic wooden cabin is among the trees with an unspoilt view of milkwood forest with distant sea views is geared for those wanting to experience essential simplicity. There is double bed, running water, and a hot shower under the stars. The cabin is not geared for self catering (see safari camp for a self catering option ) but does have the basics: a gas plate, a weber and kitchen utensils.
If required there is a small loft for up to two kids on a double mattress. The cabin has a dedicated secluded dry composting toilet, perfect for those with an existing link to nature. The pristine Beach is a 15 min walk away.