The Ark

This intriguing house, aptly named, reminds one of Noah’s Ark. It nestles amongst giant trees in a wooded garden a few steps away from the meandering river.

The house has been tastefully furnished with French country flair, with an interesting mix of robust antiques and contemporary furniture. It comprises a downstairs lounge/dining area with large kitchen, open fireplace, a formal dining area and a cosy seating area. The covered veranda looks out onto the spacious garden and play area for children. The built-in seating and generous table encourage lazy al fresco dining and the comfortable day bed is an ideal place to read a good book.

The kitchen is fully equipped with a large fridge/freezer, 5 plate gas stove with electric oven and an adequate preparation area and cupboard space. A small laundry area houses a washing machine, dishwasher and ice maker. The outdoor pit braai area is set away from the house with the circle of chairs and rustic workbench inviting long evenings around the fire.

3 Lower Shortmarket street Stanford 7210

 

Bedrooms: Three bedrooms. A wooden staircase leads up to two of the airy bedrooms, one with a king size and the other with a queen sized bed. Both bedrooms are air conditioned. Large windows overlook different aspects of the garden. The comfortable beds have 100% cotton percale linen and Hungarian goose down duvets. One additional bedroom is accessed from the back veranda furnished with a double bed. There is a nook extension of the living area with 2 single beds, perfect for an afternoon nap or for the children to sleep.

Bathrooms: Two bathrooms. The upstairs wood-paneled bathroom has a basin, toilet and bath. The downstairs bathroom consists of shower, basin and separate toilet.

Adequate secure off-street parking is available behind a lockable farm gate.

Linen and towels provided but bring your own swimming towels.

2-night minimum stay
5-night minimum stay during December school holidays
Prescribed minimum stays over long weekends
Surcharge applicable for 1-night bookings
The house is not suitable for functions.

Rates

High Season 15 Feb 2024 - 30 Apr 2024
R2530.00 Per Unit Per Night

Self catering with exclusive use of the property.

Low Season 01 May 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
R2300.00 Per Unit Per Night

Self catering with exclusive use of the property.

High Season 01 Sep 2024 - 14 Dec 2024
R2530.00 Per Unit Per Night

Self catering with exclusive use of the property.

Peak Season 15 Dec 2024 - 15 Jan 2025
R2783.00 Per Unit Per Night

Self catering with exclusive use of the property.