Relax and unwind with the perfect country getaway
Breathe in the fresh air, relax on a working wine farm and enjoy the views over the Elim area (with a glass of wine of course) at our self-catering Bredasdorp accommodation.
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The four Black Oystercatcher Cottages are beautifully furnished with king-size beds or two single beds and private bathrooms.
Each cottage has a semi-equipped kitchenette (kitchen utensils and a microwave and air fryer are included, but there is no oven). And for the chilly winter months two cottages feature an inside fireplace in the lounge area. Step outside onto a patio (with an expansive view) and make use of the braai area. All linen and towels are provided. And youโll be able to make use of free Wi-Fi. The cottages are situated close to the Black Oystercatcher wine tasting room and farm shop, in an open space on this safe working wine farm (the cottages are not fenced off or enclosed). From here, you have quick and easy access to the R43, which will take you to Elim or Bredasdorp.
Make mealtimes easy
Settle in and enjoy an easy evening or slow farm morning with one of our pre-ordered meal packs. Our Dinner Braai Basket includes meat and a delicious ‘braaibroodjie’, ready for you to cook over the fire (for R300). Our Breakfast Basket comes with croissants, eggs, bread, fresh fruit and fruit juice, for only R220.ย And donโt worry, our fan favourite ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐๐๐ผ ๐ฝ๐น๐ฎ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ arenโt going anywhere! Guests and visitors can still enjoy the freshest seasonal fare in our tasting venue (R250/p).
Simply order your pack before your stay and weโll have it ready for you when you arrive.
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2026 Tariffs are quoted in South African Rand per person per night sharing.
Children under 12, sharing with adults, pay R 250. For December and January (peak season) bookings,
we require a 2 nights minimum stay. Contact us to negotiate rates for group bookings.ย
Contact: 028 482 1618 or stay@blackoystercatcher.co.za
Features available
| Four self-catering cottages (semi-detached). The cottages are beside each other and they share a veranda, with views of the Agulhas Plain landscapes. Please note: The cottages are in an open area, and are not fenced off or enclosed, to give you the full country experience on this safe working wine farm. |
| Sleeps 2 adults per cottage |
| Single or king size beds |
| En-suite bathroom, shower only |
| Two of the cottages have an inside fireplace, and all four cottages have a patio with a semi-private outside braai. |
| Kitchenette (includes a microwave, air fryer and kettle. Please note, we do not have an oven in the cottages). |
| Function on site. Bookings essential (028 482 1618) or WhatsApp: 0725614223 |
| Free Wi-Fi |
| Non-smoking rooms |
| Dinner braai basket (R300) and breakfast basket (R220) available on order. |
| Infinity swimming pool at the venue (the pool is situated in front of the venue, overlooking the Agulhas Plain). Use at own risk. |
| Mountain and garden views, ย looking out over the Nuwejaars River in the distance |
| No pets allowed |
| On-site parking and quick, easy access to the R43 |
| Language โ English & Afrikaans |
| Credit cards accepted – ย Visa & Mastercard |
| The farm shop is stocked with some food options, but to ensure you enjoy the meal of your choice, it’s best to bring your own food along. We recommend a braai, to be enjoyed on the patio ย with a glass of wine. |
BOOK NOW/CHECK AVAILABILITY
CHECK IN: 14h00. CHECK OUT: 10h00
For December and January (peak season) bookings, we require a 2 nights minimum stay.
Terms & Conditions
100% Deposit required to confirm reservation
Cancellation policy
30 days prior to arrival: 100% refund
15 days prior to arrival: 50% refund
7 โ 0 days prior to arrival: 0% refund
Early departures: 0% refund
Refunds & waivers at sole discretion of management
For December and January (peak season) bookings, we require a 2 nights minimum stay.
Enjoy a wine tasting and visit our farm shop.
Come and enjoy a wine tasting in our tasting room, and be sure to book your platter for a delightful lunch overlooking the infinity pool and the Agulhas Plain. Our farm shop is also stocked with a variety of sweet and savoury snacks (subject to availability). In order to ensure you enjoy the meal of your choice while staying at our cottages, please be sure to bring your own food along, or pre-order one of our options. We recommend a braai on the patio (you can order your braai basket from us), with a glass of wine in hand. And enjoy a relaxing breakfast overlooking the countryside (our breakfast basket is also available on order).ย
Need a memento of your trip? Take a browse through the shop. Youโll find quality leather bags, and a range of locally-made and sourced products, like pottery and beauty products.
Make the most of our natural landscape for cycling, hiking and other outdoor activities.
Explore our wine farm – by taking a walk through the vineyardsย (these are a short drive away from the cottages), passed our vineyard dam. And bring your fishing gear (but check in with Dirk to see when to fish at the dam, and what you could catch).ย Or get a touch more active, by running or cycling across our working wine farm, agricultural areas and the broader farming region. Theย cycling routes start at the Black Oystercatcher, and cover much of the Agulhas Plain (depending on what distance youโre keen to take on) – taking you on gravel and some tar roads (some a bit more challenging than others).
And while youโre out there, keep an eye out for the regionโs rich natural setting. The Agulhas Plain is a biodiversity hotspot – lush with very threatened fynbos species (look out for some gorgeous Proteas). Itโs also a renowned birding destination.ย Theย Black Oystercatcher Wine Farmย itself is home to a number of bird species and you never know what you might see (like the majestic Martial Eagle and secretive Black Harrier).
Wetlands, hippos, buffalo, threatened birds โ some of the things you can now see when visiting the Black Oystercatcher.
TOURS ARE OPEN DURING THE SUMMER SEASON.ย
You can join Wildlife Guided Tours onto the Black Oystercatcher farm and surrounding farms during the summer season. And see what makes our area so special, and so important to protect. Tours are run by the Nuwejaars Wetlands Special Management Area (weโre members, and our farm forms part of the area). Booking is essential – find out more about these safaris here: www.nuwejaars.com.
Evening Guided Tour
Weโll leave from the Black Oystercatcher Venue on a Sunset Wetlands Tour, including a sundowner at the Hippo vlei. Tours last between 2-3 hours and are hosted by a trained guide.ย
The Agulhas Plain and beyond
How to get here
GPS: 34ยบ 37โฒ 580โณ S 19ยบ 49โฒ 399โณย E ย (-34.632466, 19.827356)
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