Karoo Uitsig Guest House

Karoo Uitsig offers delightful guest house accommodation in the tranquil town of Hanover, featuring a distinctive windmill and breathtaking views of the Karoo veld. Guests can soak in these spectacular vistas while relaxing on the stoep or enjoying the communal braai area. The guest house has four rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and fully equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. In winter, the rooms are fitted with electric blankets and extra blankets for added comfort. All rooms also have fans to keep you cool during warmer days. A newly built kitchenette, complete with a sink, stove, and essential crockery and cutlery, is available for all guests to use. The property also features a charming windmill by the splash pool, with braai facilities conveniently located nearby in the original dam area. The stunning sunsets are a highlight, providing a perfect backdrop for photographers, while the serene Karoo garden invites guests to unwind. Pet-friendly and family-oriented, Karoo Uitsig offers a welcoming space where children and pets can play freely. Braai options can also be arranged upon arrival, ensuring a delightful stay for all.

Area Info

Hanover, a small town in the heart of the Karoo, is often referred to as the "town in the middle of South Africa" due to its central location, halfway between major cities like Johannesburg and Cape Town, as well as between Durban and Upington. In its prime, Hanover was a significant stop for travellers, with nearly all routes passing through the town.

The town has a rich history and was once home to the famous author and women's rights advocate, Olive Schreiner, who lived here with her husband from 1900 to 1907. Her typical Karoo cottage, with its iron roof and stoep, is now a national monument on the corner of Grace and New Streets. Hanover retains the charm of a traditional Karoo town, with life moving at a slow, steady pace and little disruption, apart from the busy N1 highway that runs between the town and its cemetery.

Though small, Hanover is fascinating and has managed to preserve much of its 19th-century character, with well-preserved examples of historical architecture. For a different perspective, visitors can hike up Trappieskop, a hill just outside the town, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Despite its humble size, the area’s historical significance is marked by the original site of South Africa's first observatory, which was later relocated to Sutherland.

Units and Rooms

Standard Family Room

Guests: 6

This cosy family room accommodates up to 6 guests, featuring a comfortable queen bed, bunker bed & 2 sigle beds. It includes convenient coffee and tea facilities, along with an electric blanket for added warmth. The bathroom offers a shower and tub combi.

Standard Queen Room

Guests: 2

This queen room features a plush queen bed, ensuring a restful night's sleep. It comes with convenient coffee and tea facilities, along with an electric blanket for extra warmth. The spacious bathroom includes both a shower and bathtub combination.

Standard Twin Room

Guests: 2

This comfortable twin room is equipped with 2 single beds, perfect for sharing. It offers coffee and tea facilities for added convenience, along with a fan and an electric blanket. The bathroom features a shower only.

Standard Triple Room

Guests: 3

This cosy triple room sleeps up to 3 people, featuring a double bed and a single bed for a comfortable stay. It offers an electric blanket and a fan to ensure comfort. The bathroom includes a shower only, along with essential bathroom amenities.