Southern Yurts is owned and managed by partners, Tobin Davenport and Kate Brink. The business-core, including accommodation and manufacturing, operates from the Diepklowe Nature Reserve - a beautiful 200 hectares of indigenous Renosterveld.

SOUTHERN YURTS is situated on the beautiful Diepklowe Nature Reserve, just 90 minutes (100km) from Cape Town. Our Yurts, Cabins and private group Lodge offer a serene nature experience that will suit a full range of getaway requirements - whether you’re looking for a quick midweek escape from the city, a secluded space for two, or a full retreat into nature with family and friends. All our accommodations include wood-fired hot tubs, wifi, self-catering and catering options. We are off-grid and are therefore not bothered by load shedding. All guests have access to the nature reserve for hikes and walks, and the farm dam where you can swim, fish or kayak. Basics supplies such as soaps, dishwashing liquid, firewood, firelighters, salt, pepper, filter coffee, sugar and tea are all provided. You need only bring your food, drinks and hot tub/swimming towels.

Southern Yurts is located on Diepklowe Private Nature Reserve, which is home to both a small olive growing operation and a nature conservancy. Guests staying at any of our six beautiful accommodations are situated in the conservancy and have full access during their stay. The property itself has a range of activities, including marked and mapped hiking trails, trail running, bird watching (bird books and binoculars provided), and a small farm dam with a kayak. Fishing (catch and release) is also available at the farm dam, and fishing rods and gear can be rented by prior arrangement. If you’d like to explore the surrounding area, activities such as wine tasting, zip lining, horse-riding, farmer’s markets, and more, are all within a 30 minute drive. Whilst Southern Yurts accommodation is self-catering, Sundowner, Dinner, Pizza, and Breakfast Baskets (stocked with locally sourced goods!) can be arranged - please contact us for more information on what’s in the basket when you book.