Ruth 62

UNLISTED

Ruth Goodman’s gabled 1930s house is located in the heart of the village, directly opposite the imposing NG Church. Interiors are crisp white throughout, with restrained decor touches providing a cool, soothing atmosphere. The four bedrooms, all leading off the central corridor, share two large bathrooms, and guests have a choice of gathering spots: two sofas aside a wonderful, wood-burning convection fireplace, a fabulous black-and-white kitchen, a long stoep overlooking the main road, and the garage annex with braai, dartboards and wood-fired hot tub (filled afresh with leiwater for each new guest). Ruth and husband Mark Saul, who live on-site in an adjacent cottage, are classic ‘superhosts’ – warm, generous and super-enthusiastic about their village. Milk, rusks, coffee, tea and eggs (from their chickens) are supplied on arrival; guests may pick fruit and vegetables from their garden; Mark will even light your braai fire on request. The only complaint seems to be from people who stayed only one night and wished they had booked more.

ROOM TIP The house sleeps eight comfortably. Ruth will put in extra beds/mattresses (max two per room) if needed, for R200 pp. Children under five stay free. Dogs welcome.

COST From R1 000 for two rooms, or from R2 000 for four rooms. Book two nights and get a third free.

CONTACT 074-142-2861, ruth62barrydale.com