Irenenenene

We packed the last few things and our host had kindly booked a boat trip (with picknic) at Vioolsdrift wine estate for us. We took our time to get there, got a free wine tasting, included in the price. Both of us were still recovering from the hike the day before, so this trip was just what we needed. The trip is approximately two hours on the river - surrounded by beauty and quiet. We bought some bread and wine to take on the trip, but after half a bottle we both were a little tired, so we took our blanket, and tried to take a nap under the tree. we started chatting instead. The main throughfare in Robertson hosts great coffee shops as well as some stunning art galleries. I could not resist taking this picture. (oops, sorry, did not see the sign) We drove to Robertson and found a bottom-of-the-range hotel. We were the only guests.... We took a dip in the pool. We then needed WiFi and found some at the Dros, after a lovely walk through the town. Although, do ...

The next heading was towards Calvinia, via Kenhardt. On our way we bought the most amazing grapes at a farm stall and tasted some Brandy at "Die Mas van Kakamas". Their wines also seem to do very well, but we were only interested in the "strong stuff". Aren't these just the most excisite parking spots ever?? Where you can pick the grapes right off, as you step out the car.... It seems to be the in-thing to convert historical houses to guesthouses everywhere these days, and Calvinia is no exception. One family has bought the oldest houses and we had the privilege to stay in one of them. Very roomy, very rustic and calm. Right opposite the Biggest Post Box in South Africa.   On our search for food...well, all I can say is: if you ever go to Calvinia (for whatever reason), eat at "Die Blou Naartjie"! With this wonderful collection, how can you not go wrong? Again, it was a Friday, and we had to...