Number 50

Number 50 is a beautifully renovated, very spacious Karoo house, exactly half way between Cape Town and Johannesburg on the N12. Ideal as overnight stop over for family or a group of friends (sleeps up to 6 people). It's a great value Karoo breakaway, offering real relaxation away from the stress of the city life. Experience the stunning night skies for stargazing. Guests will have complete privacy, the house is for one family or group only and the whole house will be at your disposal. There is a garden with lots of extra parking and a lock-up garage.

The house is over 100 years old and full of character, tastefully renovated. It has modern wooden floors, high ceilings and comfortable furniture. There are two bedrooms, a sunroom with single bed, huge kitchen, separate dining room, lounge and bathroom with separate toilet. There is no TV but that makes the breakaway even more complete, rediscover the joys of conversation and peace and quiet. The comprehensive library has many books that guests are welcome to use. The lovely braai (barbecue) area is equipped with garden furniture.

Strydenburg is a typical Karoo town with gravel roads and loads of character. Enjoy amazing sunsets, go for peaceful walks, have a braai (barbecue) and enjoy the bright night skies. There are interesting sights in the area, with Boer War Battlefields just 50km away. The Orange River is also 50km away where there is river rafting and canoeing. Or just go for a drive in the surrounding countryside on lesser-known country roads. Strydenburg has a large pan that in the wet season attracts a variety of birdlife.

Note to 2010 visitors: Strydenburg is exactly halfway on one of the two main highways between Cape Town and Johannesburg, an ideal stopover between the two cities.