Nothing, but Serenity and stars. Though completely off-grid, Windvogels doesn’t skimp on comfort. With solar energy, purified borehole water, and thoughtful design, your stay leaves a light footprint — while you sink deeply into luxury. Just over halfway between Montagu & Barrydale, Windvogels offers the rare experience of uninterrupted silence and 360° views of nature. Nestled among hills and semi-desert wilderness, on a 211-hectare farm, it’s a place to unplug and reconnect. *Vaulted ceilings that echo the vast sky above *Minimalist luxury with clean lines and soft textures *Indoor fireplace for cozy evenings *Private outdoor spaces with your own wood-fired plunge pool *Solar-powered, sustainably built for conscious comfort Windvogels is perfect for *Stargazers and solitude-seekers *Writers, creatives, and dreamers *Couple’s escapes or quiet celebrations *Birdwatchers, hikers, cyclists, photographers and slow-travellers Important notes for guests: No WiFi, no TV – disconnected by design Best to arrive before dark 4x4 not required, but high-clearance vehicles are advised Pet-friendly by arrangement only Pack extra clothes, the mountain weather can be wild and unpredictable

On the farm: Watch the ever-changing sky and landscape from your patio or from your leaning sky gazing tower Read, write, sketch or nap in the light-filled lounge Stargaze from your bed or your patio Explore the surroundings on foot or bicycle (over 5km of dirt road on the farm, additional cycling and hiking trails coming soon!) Or simply do nothing at all - and enjoy it Local Places to Explore Mud Modern: Tapas, Wine Tastings & Art Gallery Magpie Art Collective: Crafting beauty from waste, transforming flaw into value Barrydale Hand Weavers: Visit the Weavery anytime, guided weekend tours by appointment Joseph Barry Distillery: One of South Africa's leading craft brandy distilleries Diesel & Crème: Cafe Diner, great burgers & the best craft milkshakes Metanoia Permaculture Farm & Distillery: Tastings, distillery & farm tours by appointment Cape Succulents & Route 62 Music Store: Certified succulent seller & Vinyl treasure-trove Yamu Botanicals: Organically grown medicinal herbal products