Riversong Farm

Riversong Farm, located in Still Bay West, Stilbaai, Western Cape, South Africa, is a tranquil riverside property offering three distinct accommodation options. The property, situated 12km along a scenic dirt road running alongside the Goukou River, provides a peaceful retreat surrounded by fynbos, farmland, and abundant wildlife.

The main accommodation, Kingfisher, is a spacious farmhouse that can accommodate up to 10 guests. This riverside property features four bedrooms, two of which are en-suite, and boasts high ceilings and traditional wooden floors throughout. The house includes a large open-plan kitchen, dining room, and lounge area with modern amenities and a fireplace. Additional facilities include a scullery with full laundry capabilities and a covered patio with built-in braai facilities overlooking the river.

Two rustic log cabins, Thames and Orange, sit side by side on the property. Thames, suitable for couples or families with young children, accommodates up to four guests with a queen bed and double bunk bed configuration. It features an en-suite bathroom and a well-equipped kitchenette. Orange, ideal for families with older children, also accommodates four guests across two levels, with single beds downstairs and upstairs, each level having its own bathroom facilities. Both cabins include private verandahs and braai facilities.

The property, formerly neighboring the residence where author Wilbur Smith wrote several novels, is owned by Piers, a British expatriate who transformed his lifestyle from city commuting to riverside living. The farm offers various activities including water sports, with a jetty providing direct river access, and is home to friendly sheep and a mixed orchard, creating an idyllic country retreat.