RUITERBOS · WESTERN CAPE · SOUTH AFRICA
A little closer to the quiet.
Country air. Room to wander. A farm stay that feels like a deep breath.
Somewhere between the mountains and a slower kind of day.
The other side of the garden route
Self-catering stays · Open skies · A little more breathing room
Welcome to Ruitersrus
A little farm life,
between coast and Klein Karoo.
Set in Ruiterbos along the R328 between Mossel Bay and Oudtshoorn, Ruitersrus is a self-catering guest farm made for couples, families and friends who want room to settle in.
Swim, wander, meet the animals and notice the rhythms of a working farm. From the garden and viewpoint to beekeeping, winemaking and freshly laid eggs when available, there is plenty to discover without leaving Ruitersrus.
Four places to stay
Main House, Blue Suite, Honeymoon Suite and Cottage.
A scenic halfway point
Along the R328 between Mossel Bay and Oudtshoorn.
Space to spend together
A shared pool, lapa, braai and generous outdoor areas.
Country days, your way
Walking, mountain views and time around the farm.
The good kind of nothing planned
Let the day take its time.
01
Mornings without a rush
Take your coffee outside. Watch the horses. Leave a little space before the day begins.
02
Afternoons in the open air
A dip in the pool, a quiet spot in the garden, and nowhere else you need to be.
03
Stay for one more story
Gather at the shared lapa, light the braai or make an evening of the pizza oven. There’s always time for one more story.
Make yourself at home
A place for your kind
of getaway.
Come as two. Bring the family.
Find a comfortable corner of the farm
to call your own.
Three bedrooms
Main House
Space to gather, with a kitchen, dining room, lounge and pool table exclusively for your group.
Two bathrooms · Private patio
A cosy escape for two
Blue Suite
A king-bed suite with a fireside lounge, kitchenette and a private terrace for slow mornings.
Bath & shower · Wi-Fi
Time for two
Honeymoon Suite
An upstairs queen-bed suite with kitchen facilities and a private balcony overlooking the farm.
Bath & shower · Farm views
Two bedrooms – up to four
Cottage
Your own corner of the farm, with an equipped kitchen, private outdoor area and braai facilities.
Shared bathroom · Separate cottage
The little things, taken care of
Settle in.
Spread out.
Country comforts, space to explore, and good reasons to stay a little longer.
Pool
A proper swim
A large shared outdoor pool for a refreshing dip or an easy afternoon.
Lapa & Braai
Pizza oven & braai
Gather at the communal lapa for outdoor cooking and unhurried evenings.
On-site trails
Out into the countryside
Explore on-site bush walks, hiking and mountain-biking routes.
Self-catering
Make yourself at home
Kitchen facilities in every unit, with space to prepare meals at your own pace.
Wifi
Connected when you need it
Complimentary Wi-Fi for checking in with home or planning tomorrow’s outing.
Parking
Park and settle in
Free, secure on-site parking with a well-lit parking area.
A word from one of our guests
“Wonderful old farmhouse with character. It was comfortable and had ample space.”
Juan
When the road calls
Country at heart.
Coast within reach.
On the R328 between Mossel Bay and Oudtshoorn, Ruitersrus is a base for days out — and a quiet place to come back to.
≈ 26 km
Hartenbos
Closest beach
≈ 29 km
Cango Caves
From Oudtshoorn
≈ 33 km
Mossel Bay
To the Dias Museum
≈ 46 km
George Airport
From the farm
≈ 11 min
Robinson Pass
Approximate drive
Your next slow weekend
Come stay awhile.
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explore the rooms and reserve your stay.
Bookings are completed securely on your chosen platform.
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Before you pack
A few useful
things to know.
In Ruiterbos, along the R328 between Mossel Bay and Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape. Use the map link above to plan your journey and confirm arrival directions with your host.
Choose Booking.com, Airbnb or LekkeSlaap above. You’ll check availability, select your accommodation and complete your reservation on that platform.
All guests can enjoy the communal lapa, braai facilities, pizza oven and swimming pool. The farmhouse kitchen, dining room, lounge and pool table are exclusively for Main House guests. Each unit has its own kitchen facilities.
Check your selected listing for its kitchen facilities, guest capacity, check-in time and cancellation terms. Your booking confirmation has the details for your stay.