EXPLORE IT ALL
THE FOOD THE HERITAGE THE WILD
Savour hearty meals, freshly brewed coffee and warm Karoo hospitality in the heart of Uniondale.
Settle into character-filled accommodation where heritage charm, peaceful gardens and genuine hospitality make you feel at home.
Gather your people for a private Karoo escape filled with mountain views, wildlife, shared meals and evenings beneath the stars.
YOUR KAROO
DETOUR
STARTS HERE
In 1856, the settlements of Hopedale and Lyon united to form a town that would flourish through wagon building, farming and the fashionable ostrich-feather trade. Behind today’s quiet streets lies a bustling past—a place where craftspeople, farmers and travellers helped shape a distinctive Karoo community.
The old watermill recalls a century of working life, while the high-stoeped Nagmaal huisies tell of farmers arriving by carriage for church gatherings. All Saints Anglican Church bears the design of pioneering architect Sophie Gray, and stone forts around town preserve reminders of the Anglo-Boer War.
LOOK A LITTLE CLOSER AND THE HISTORY COMES ALIVE.
THE HERITAGE
Ouwerf Guesthouse — Settle into a slower pace
Make yourself at home at Ouwerf Guesthouse in Uniondale, where comfortable stays and small-town charm invite you to linger a little longer. Whether you’re planning a romantic break, travelling with family or stopping along your Karoo journey,
Ouwerf is a welcoming base for exploring the area. Start your morning with breakfast at Field & Vine, discover the town’s heritage or head out into the surrounding countryside. Come for a night, stay for the change of pace.
THE FOOD
Field & Vine — A taste of Uniondale
Good food, a fresh coffee and time around the table—that’s the spirit of Field & Vine. This rustic café and wine bar in Uniondale brings people together over hearty breakfasts, relaxed lunches and generous meals.
Pull up a chair inside or settle onto the pet-friendly patio and enjoy a welcome that makes you feel part of the town. Whether you’re meeting friends, taking a road-trip break or dining during your stay, Field & Vine gives you a delicious reason to slow down.
THE WILD
Potjiesberg Game Lodge — Room to reconnect
Escape to Potjiesberg Game Lodge for open landscapes, outdoor adventure and evenings around the fire. Sleeping up to 12 guests, the lodge offers space for friends and families to gather, with a self-catering kitchen, a generous dining table and a pool table for relaxed evenings together.
Spend your days exploring, enjoying a riverside picnic or simply taking in the quiet. As the light fades, get the braai going and settle in beneath the Karoo stars.