• Cnr. N1 & Voortrekker Rd
  • De Doorns, Western Cape
  • 6875
  • SOUTH AFRICA
  • +27 23 356 2041
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Ruah Camping

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 31 October 2023 10:30 AM CAT
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@Ruahcamp is a popular #recreationalarea and situated 6km outside of De Doorns, at the base of Elskloof.  It consists of six campsites, a picnic area, ablution facilities, clearly marked hiking trail and rock pools. Ideal for #coupleretreats and #weekendgetaways. At Ruah Camp you can enjoy also the outdoors by #kloofing, go #rockarthunting and exploring the #scenicsurrounds.

 

As they needed electricity for the preservation of their fresh produce, during 1902 Elskloof  became home to the first hydro electrical generator installed in the Breede Valley District by the Dicey Brothers.  The Pelton wheel was imported from Italy and transported from Cape Town’s harbor to De Doorns, by horse carriages and installed at Cape Orchard Company’s cooling rooms. The first of many in the #scenichexvalley.  These remnants now lies dormant next to the tranquil mountain stream. 

 

For more details, contact us: info@hexrivervalley.co.za

#happycampers #familyfun #hexcapeoften #hexploretheunseen #hexperienceadventure #discoverdedoorns @funfitadventuresct @thesecretadventurer @hikewithgerrie @justdoitadventures

      

  

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Veldskoen Farm Stall

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 28 October 2023 12:30 PM CAT
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The @veldskoenpadstal_hexriver has been in existence for more than 40 years, and established by the Van der Watt family as a local retail outlet of export table grapes. As the name entails another one of the main products featured here was @veldskoen, local produce, dried fruits and general takeaways (coffee, tea, and toasted sandwiches) was available here.

Wennie and Launa Barnard bought the business during 2006 and during 2017 Jacques and Nadia le Roux took over from her parents.  

“There were no full time restaurants operational during this time, neither a place where people could sit down, relax and socialise while enjoying a soothing cup of coffee or a light meal. Along with my parents and loyal staff, we have expanded and grown into a business that is no longer just seasonal and the rural lifestyle still inspires us every day and we are privileged to be part of the beautiful #HexRiverValley and to watch our staff grow.”

The Veldskoen Farm Stall’s target market is both local and returning customers. The rest of the clientele are mainly tourists from all over the world. Come visit the Veldskoen Farm Stall where you can #eat, #browse and #relax. Sit down for a #deliciousmeal in their quant little tea garden or buy fresh produce delicacies available here.

Pre-bookings recommended for a Sunday luncheon at the @veldskoenpadstal_hexriver with family and friends:
+27(0) 356 2619
 deliciousn1@gmail.com  

 #hexcapeoften #hexploretheunseen #hexperienceadventure

        

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TEKEN by Hildegard Reyneke

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 18 October 2023 9:30 AM CAT
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TEKEN has been in the arts & design business for about 5 or 6 years. Hildegard Reyneke is the owner of TEKEN and she has been in the graphic design business for the past 4 years.

 “I've always loved art and being creative about design too. I took art as a subject in high school and had the most wonderful teacher, she is very well known in Stellenbosch today, so she was a great inspiration! I love painting the most, it comes from your soul and heart and working with oil painting is very satisfying and it's amazing how you experience your style growing and renewing all the time. It grows with you as a human being.”

 Hildegard Reyneke first studied graphic design through the University of Cape Town and now she does something that she loves. TEKEN’s target market is big markets with paintings but mostly through word of mouth. She also sells through Instagram and she is planning to build an online shop. She has also done quite a few logos and ads/invites for various businesses.

 You can get in contact with her via email: hildegardr@gmail.com or visit her Instagram page @tekenhildegard or you can call her at 082 953 2569.

 

          

 

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The Grange Farmstay

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 27 September 2023 3:00 PM CAT
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The Grange Farmstay has been in existence for 21 years. The old cultural-historic house of 1906 was restored in 2001. For the first guesthouse, 6 rooms were created with extra bathrooms.

“We started The Grange Farmstay mainly for PPECB inspectors and after that we saw the opportunity to expand, not just for the inspectors, but for the tourists who visits the Hex River Valley.”

 

The Grange Farmstay target market is people who visit the Hex River Valley for weddings, funerals, golf, bowling, and especially those who come to work in the Hex River Valley and the surrounding towns, and also to those who want to breakaway from City life.

 

Guests who stay at The Grange Farmstay can buy homemade olives and raisins. To book a night, contact 023 356 2247 or mobile 082 870 5528 or email thegrange@hexvallei.co.za

   

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Studio Swart

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 11 September 2023 3:25 PM CAT
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Studio Swart has been in the photography business for 5 years and the owners are Wiaan and Nikita, and is situated in the Hex River Valley.

“For me, photography doesn't mean just taking beautiful photo, but something that makes every viewer experience multiple emotions and can let their own story play out from the photo.”

Studio Swart’s target market include couples, families, children, teenagers to senior people, corporations, businesses, and even animals!

Visit www.studioswart.net for more information on the services that they offer. Feel free to follow @studioswart on social media. Call or Whatsapp them on 079 793 6295 or email studioswart1@gmail.com

 

            

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Gear or Saddle Up

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 04 September 2023 10:15 AM CAT
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Middelberg Guest Farm are situated on the outskirts of the Hex River Valley following the R318 route to Montagu. Middelberg Guest Farm are located on a karoo plato, which is also known as the ‘Agterveld’ and situated between De Doorns and Touwsrivier.

Middelberg Guest Farm, visitors can go on a romantic weekend away, look at the stars during the evening, and go horseback riding, mountain biking or even trail running. Middelberg Guest Farm are home to 5 biking and hiking routes and each one vary in elevation, from family-friendly to extreme.

Contact Hex Valley Tourism Association for more details at +27 (0) 73 238 2026 or email info@hexrivervalley.co.za

   

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Wonderbok Digital

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 28 August 2023 10:15 AM CAT
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Wonderbok Digital was founded in January 2023 by Liza Geldenhuys and Willem de Kock, and is situated in the Hex River Valley.

 

"We offer our services to any business, big or small. We currently have clients in the following industry branches: e.g. Agriculture, Automotive, Wine, Restaurant, Sports Tourism, Furniture, Jewelry, and Beauty Products," Liza explains.

 

Visit www.wonderbokdigital.co.za for more information on the services they offer. Feel free to follow @wonderbokdigital on social media. They regularly share information about how the platforms are changing and how your approach should change along with the need.

 

They're just a call or email away:

M: 079 554 4852

E: hello@wonderbokdigital.co.za

 

   

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Remains To Be Seen

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 24 August 2023 2:10 PM CAT
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Ruah Camp Site is situated 6km outside De Doorns and it is nestled at the base of Elskloof and met by the Sand River. Ruah Camp Site is a well-hidden and well preserved historical treasure. Ruah Camp Site is the home of the first ever generator to be implemented by the Dicey Bros. At Ruah Camp Site you will be able to see remnants of art work from Khoisan people who used to live there.

Ruah Camp Site consists of 6 campsites with ablution facilities, a clearly marked hiking trail and rock pools. At Ruah Camping, you will be able to do camping, kloofing, exploring, and relaxing. No day visitors are allowed and only campers have access to this route.

Elevation gain: 660m

Distance: 1 000m

Bookings can be made at Ruah Camping (nightsbridge.com)

         

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