Information

Arrivals/Departures:

·         Check-in time is from 14:00 to 20:00. Kindly inform us of your estimated arrival time.

·         Check-out time is strictly at 10:00. Cleaning staff will arrive at 10:15.

·         Prior to arrival, all guests must complete an indemnity form. This is necessary to ensure the safety of both our guests and property owners.

·         All guests are to report to the main farm house, where after they will be escorted to the accommodation, unless communicated otherwise.
                                            A FEE WILL BE CHARGED PER FULL HOUR FOR EARLY CHECK-INS OR LATE CHECK-OUTS.

Accommodation:

What we supply:

·         Linen as well as bath- and swim towels.

·        Hand soap, and two rolls of toilet paper.

·         All cutlery and crockery.

·         Salt and pepper.

·         Coffee, tea, sugar, and sweetener sachets.

     Oakron:

·         High-profile vehicles are recommended for access to Oakron.

·         Linen and towels are provided during your stay. Fresh linen and towels will be supplied for stays longer than seven nights.

·         Please wash your dishes before checking out.

·         You can enter and exit the property at your convenience; no curfew is in place.

·         To maintain the functionality of our waste system, please refrain from flushing any foreign objects down the toilet.

·         Smoking or the use of candles is strictly prohibited inside the tent. Failure to comply will result in fines.

·         The tap water is sourced from a fresh fountain and is safe for consumption.

·         Please note that someone will clean the filters behind the tent every second day between 10:00 and 12:00. This only applies 
 to stays longer than three nights.

·         Oakron is connected to the grid so please check the loadshedding schedule for Patatsfontein or Montagu prior to your visit

·         The tent is equipped with a gas stove, whistle kettle and gas toaster. There is no electric bread toaster, oven or microwave.

Fire Pits:

·         Guests can purchase wood at a rate of R70 per bag, with payment due before departure.

·         There is a sprinkler located in the corner of the fire pit area. Before starting a fire, please open the sprinkler for at least 2
 minutes to dampen the surrounding bushes and prevent wildfires.

·         All necessary utensils for a braai (barbecue) are located nearby, and a potjie pot can be found inside.

     Aloeron:

·         High-profile vehicles are recommended for access to Aloeron.

·         Aloeron is entirely off the grid and uses solar power. No appliance or electronic device (other than a cell phone or laptop)
 may be plugged in. The use of especially hairdryers, straighteners or heaters are strictly prohibited. During cloudy/bad 
 weather, please use electricity wisely.

·         Linen and towels are provided during your stay. Fresh linen and towels will be supplied for stays longer than seven nights.

·         Please wash your dishes before checking out.

·         You have the freedom to enter and exit the property at your convenience; there is no curfew in place.

·         To maintain the functionality of our waste system, please refrain from flushing any foreign objects down the toilet.

·         Smoking or the use of candles is strictly prohibited inside the tent. Failure to comply will result in fines.

·         The tap water is sourced from a borehole and is safe for consumption, but has the tendency to have an orange tinge after 
 heavy rain. Though it is still safe for consumption. If this might be a problem, please bring along your own water for
 consumption.

·         The tent is equipped with a gas stove, whistle kettle and gas toaster. There is no electric bread toaster, oven or microwave.

Fireplace and braai (barbecue):

·         Guests can purchase wood at a rate of R70 per bag, with payment due before departure.

·         All necessary utensils for a braai (barbecue) are located at the fireplace.

Hot Tub:

·         It is important not to touch the oven while a fire is burning, as it may cause burns.

·         Always ensure that the water level in the hot tub is at least 2cm higher than the base of the chimney.
The lid must be partially opened (there is a slot) while the fire is burning.

·         Guests can purchase wood for the hot tub at a rate of R70 per bag, with payment due before departure.

·         Please make prior arrangements with us if you wish to have the hot tub heated for your arrival. Please note that there is a 
 charge of R70 for opening a bag of wood to heat the tub.

NO PREPARATION OF FOOD IS ALLOWED ON THE HOT TUB OVEN. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN FINES.

Surroundings:

·         Our tents are situated on a working farm, and as such, you may hear farm animals, tractors, and workers during your stay.

·         The farm and surrounding mountains are safe for walking and cycling, but please be mindful of spiders and snakes, as we are
 visitors in their habitat.

·         Please refrain from damaging any plants on the farm, as we are part of a conservancy.

·         The closest dam to Oakron is not suitable for swimming. If you want to swim in a dam, please ask your host for directions to
 Nek-se-dam.

If you require any further assistance or have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

We hope you have a wonderful stay.

In case of an emergency, please find below the contact details:

·         Montagu Police Station: 023 614 8300

·         Montagu Hospital (General): 023 614 8100

·         Montagu Hospital (Accidents): 023 614 8109

·         Dr. Z Nel: 023 614 1964 / 072 385 7983

·         Ambulance: 10177

·         Fire: 023 614 1085 / 6

·         Bush and Veld Fires: 021 887 4446

·         Dentist Dr. Conje: 023 614 1281

·         Tygerberg Poison Information Centre: 086 155 5777

·         Car Towing – White & Sons: 023 614 1093 / 073 318 1626