DE VLUGT ACTIVITIES
(OUT OF TOWN)
DIE PLAASKIND PADSTAL
Roughly halfway along Prince Alfred Pass (R339), as it descends to meet the river, is the historical hamlet of De Vlugt. Also know as Die Vlug, De Vlugt is what remains of the dwellings of Andrew Geddes Bain and his son, Thomas, their outbuildings and the concentration camp that housed the 270 or so convicts who labored to build the pass under their instruction during the five years it took them to complete the pass in the early 1860s.
In this stretch of the pass life is about as slow as it is going to get off the beaten track in South Africa.
Here you will find Die Plaaskind Padstal the perfect halfway stop to stretch your legs and enjoy nature up close. With lovely homebaked goods like carrot cake, honey milktart, Roosterkoek and the most delisious Kudu and Bobotie Pie and Burgers you will miss out on so much if you do not stop here!
Local arts and crafts from the area is also available to buy. You can find maps and local info about hikes, best roads and view point inside the shop
Bains Cottage ( -33.812129,23174028)
Rustic old farmhouse, amazing views and lovely porch. The house was build by Thomas Bain in 1862 while he was building the Prince Alfreds Pass and have original yellow wood floors and ceilings. Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place . Enjoy the country side. Hiking trails available. Relax and find yourself again. Be part of our story of the Restoration of Thomas Bains Mansion. Unwind from the huzzle and buzzle of the city life.
The space
Kitchen is fitted with gas stove and oven aswell as a gas fridge/freezer. Off the grid solar system and gas geyser. Old arga stove in kitchen which is lovely in the winter.
The house has 4 bedrooms and can sleep a max of 10 people.
Our Doc se huis ( -33.811859,23.174768)
This unique and quirky little house has a charm of its own. Nestled between the beautiful langkloof mountains at the foot of the Prince Alfreds Pass(longest past in its original state in South Africa) . This is a magical Breakaway just an hour’s drive from the Karoo or the coast.
The Main bedroom is cozy and fitted with a double bed and a fireplace, a lounge area in the middle with lazy couches to sit and read a book on and the other bedroom which has 2 stack beds in and can sleep 4 people.
The space
Lovely farmhouse with a main bedroom that is fitted with a fireplace.
Spacious sitting area with games to entertain the family or friends with in the evenings. Bathroom is spacious and has a bath and shower option.
House is fitted with solar power and has a fridge and 2 plate gas stove.
We are dog friendly but do require that people bring their own dog blankets and dogs are not allowed on the beds and couches.
Get in Touch
Telephone: +27 (0)44 050 0266
WhatsApp: +27 (0)66 439 8830
Email: info@theprincealfredpass.co.za
Website: www.theprincealfredpass.co.za
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Coordinates
R339,
Main Road
De Vlught
GPS Coordinates Die Plaaskind Padstal
-33.812052,23.174571