African Dawn

Northern Cape


Set in a pretty garden, this is a peaceful place on the edge of town with just three rooms. Each is decked out in calming, neutral shades with paintings and photos of local flora on the walls. Breakfast is served in a lapa (an 'African gazebo'), and the coffee shop (mains R55 to R95; open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 2pm Saturday) serves toasted sandwiches, burgers and light meals.


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