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# Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid)

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Consider a stay at Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid) and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

## Popular amenities

- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Outdoor Space

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## About this property

### Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid)

Rented on an exclusive basis (there are no other guests on the property during your stay). Set on a ridge of afromontane forest overlooking a spectacular river, 6 Km from San Sebastian Bay. A fully stocked water sports store and guests enjoy private access to the Duiwenhoks river. Two plunge pools filled with pure spring water, multiple entertainment decks and barbeque facilities. Max. capacity is 6 adults and 3 children. Three separate sleeping cabins (low walled stone cottages) interlinked by well maintained walkways - togetherness and privacy is the aim.   
  
but where and what is Vermaaklikheid?? .......... allow one of our guests to let rip as follows:   
  
“In a land far away... happiness is a hamlet called Vermaaklikheid. Its unpronounceability may have saved it from becoming the next hipster place-to-be, or it could be just a tiny bit far for the masses to come for the weekend. Either way, long may the madding crowds stay away. Here you will find rustic, barefoot tranquillity at its most raw and simple best. Three separate stone bedrooms sleep up to nine rosy-cheeked river dwellers, sharing the Bath House (an indoor/outdoor affair with piping hot water pumped from the donkey boiler to a large stone bath and shower), two outdoor showers and two separate loos. These river folk (that's you) gather in the evenings around abundant fireplaces both inside and outside the main living and cooking house, overlooking the moody waters of the Duiwenhoks River. Manicured gravel pathways wind between the buildings, past pool and yoga deck and down to the boathouse, where canoes and paddles are stowed ready for long days floating up and down the river. The beach is just a few kilometres away if you fancy a surf, with plenty of hiking and mountain biking to be done along deserted dirt roads in all directions. Completely off the grid, time stands still here and the modern world fades away.   
Thorn & Feather will steal your heart, take it for a romantic paddle up the river, cook it dinner on the fire under a starry sky and return it, smitten and exhilarated, and ready for the next adventure.”

## Property amenities

### Activities nearby

- Beach
- Birdwatching
- Ecotours
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Motor boating
- Swimming
- Water tubing

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 1 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Pets

Pets allowed

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Strictly on application

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: To be supervised - decks (with railings), pools.

### Events

No events allowed

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outside the building of course

## Important information

### You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

### Property is also known as

Thorn Feather

Thorn & Feather Vermaaklikheid

Thorn Feather (Vermaaklikheid)

Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid) Lodge

Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid) Vermaaklikheid

Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid) Lodge Vermaaklikheid

## About the area

Located in Vermaaklikheid, this lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Westfield 4X4 Trail and Breede River Lodge Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Witsand Local Nature Reserve and Wild Rescue Nature Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water tubing, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. [Visit our Vermaaklikheid travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Vermaaklikheid.dx553248635974515916)

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### What's nearby

- Star Nation Art Studio and Gallery  
59 min drive \- 44.3 km

### Restaurants

- Duivenhoks Restaurant  
6 min drive

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## Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid) Reviews

## Reviews

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### Exceptional

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