Farm stay in Carnarvon, South Africa

8 guests
3 bedrooms
3 beds
1.5 baths

Hosted by Charmaine

Superhost
9 years hosting

Listing highlights

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Enjoy the pool and hot tub

Swim or soak at this home.

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Step back in time in the heart of the Karoo
Looking for a truly remote South African escape steeped in history? Stay a night or two in an authentic corbelled house — a unique stone dwelling built by early settlers.

Nestled 7km from the nearest neighbour, this off-the-grid hideaway offers peaceful solitude, starlit skies, and a rare connection to the past.

The space
Stay in a National Monument — Stuurmansfontein Corbelled House

Experience true Karoo heritage in this beautifully preserved corbelled house, a rare architectural gem found only in parts of the Northern Cape.

Built in the 1800s and now a declared national monument, the house offers off-grid comfort, thick stone walls, and a domed roof — all just 7 km from the nearest neighbour.

A peaceful, historic escape under wide skies and stars.

Guest access
Travel down a quiet dirt road and leave the noise and distractions behind. The corbelled house is completely off-grid — no electricity, no mobile signal, and no Wi-Fi — offering a rare chance to fully disconnect and reconnect with nature.

You’ll be surrounded by thousands of hectares of untouched Karoo landscape, with nothing but open skies by day and a blanket of stars by night. A peaceful, remote escape where the silence speaks volumes.

Other things to note
Local Produce: The host offers a variety of handmade and homegrown products, including olive oil, olives, a selection of jams, freshly baked bread, and locally produced wine. Feel free to ask what’s available during your stay.