The River House deck beneath mature riverside treesThe River House exterior at Egerton FarmThe Orange River at Egerton Farm

The River House

Embrace tranquillity on 2,900 hectares of pristine wilderness

A group escape nestled on the banks of the Orange River in the Northern CapeA group escape on the banks of the Orange River

This special place, deeply loved by our family, is where we come together to create lasting memories. From preparing meals as a family, birdwatching from the deck and sharing stories by the fire, to taking leisurely walks in the veld, fishing and swimming in the river, it is a place you, too, will fall in love with and never want to leave.

Designed to host a single group of 12–17 guests, The River House offers six en-suite units, ensuring privacy and comfort for each guest. Here, you will find the perfect balance of nature, solitude and connection.

The River House is booked in its entirety, regardless of your group size.

Your private escape awaits

Experience the perfect balance of nature and solitude on the banks of the Orange River. Whether it is a family reunion or a group getaway, our six en-suite units provide the ultimate sanctuary in the heart of the Northern Cape wilderness.

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A guest relaxing on the Orange RiverFly fishing in the Orange RiverGuests preparing to canoe on the Orange River

Adventure & relaxation on the river

Settle into the slow rhythm of life on the Orange River. From sun-drenched afternoons swimming and canoeing to quiet mornings fishing or birdwatching, your stay is defined by total relaxation. Explore our trails on a scenic walk, enjoy a self-drive through the veld, or simply end the day with a sundowner as the water turns to gold.

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Cattle grazing at Egerton Farm

Regenerative cattle farming project

Regenerative cattle farming is a holistic approach to livestock management that focuses on restoring soil health, increasing biodiversity and improving the water cycle. Rather than just sustaining the land, it aims to actively improve the veld ecosystem.

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Egerton Lodge directions

Important: please read before setting your GPS: Please only navigate using the Google Maps pin for our main entrance (Gate 1). Do not use the “Egerton Lodge” or “River House” map locations as your final destination. Because we are situated right on the riverbank, standard navigation systems will get confused and direct you to the completely opposite side of the river, resulting in an unavoidable 1.5-hour detour.

Via the N12 Approaching from Hopetown or Kimberley

From Hopetown

Drive from Hopetown towards Kimberley on the N12. About 20km out of Hopetown, turn right onto a broad dirt road signposted “Witput”.

From Kimberley

Drive from Kimberley towards Cape Town on the N12. About 97km out of Kimberley, turn left onto a broad dirt road signposted “Witput” (note: it is a small sign!).

Once on the Witput road

2km after turning off the N12, you will cross a railway line. A further 6km down, turn right (look out for old, faded signs at the turn).

Drive for another 6km and you will see the entrance to Egerton Farm on your right. Before the sign appears, you will notice a T-junction signpost. At night, there are reflective markers on the Egerton sign to guide you.

Via the N1 Approaching from Bloemfontein or Cape Town

From Bloemfontein

Take exit 186 for N8/M19 toward Kimberley and continue on the N8.

At Petrusburg, turn left off the N8 and join the R48 towards Koffiefontein.

Just before reaching Koffiefontein, cross the single-lane bridge to a T-junction. Turn left here, and then take your next immediate right to continue on the R48 to Luckhoff.

About 1km after passing the Luckhoff entrance on your left, take the dirt road to your right marked S128.

The dirt road will shortly fork; ensure you keep left. Stay on this road without turning for 38km.

After about 38km of dirt road, you will reach a loose 4-way crossing with the Wanda Police Station at the top right corner. Take a left here.

Continue for a further 7.5km to a T-junction at a farm called Ramah. Turn right here.

Proceed for approximately 5km and you will see the Egerton signpost (Gate 1) on your left.

From Cape Town

Turn off the N1 at Three Sisters onto the N12 North towards Victoria West.

Proceed to Hopetown, and then follow the directions listed above under the N12 section (from Hopetown).

Via the R369 & Orania Approaching from the East via the Orange River crossing

Drive from Orania towards Hopetown on the R369.

2km out of Orania, take a turn to the right signposted Fluitjieskraalbrug.

After crossing the Orange River, continue straight for a further 27km.

You will find the entrance to Egerton signposted on your left-hand side.

Arriving at the farm gates What to do when you reach Gate 1 and navigating to the Lodge

At Gate 1

Please call any of our contact numbers listed on the site and we will open the gate remotely for you.

Navigating the inner gates

Once through the main gate, there are three more automated gates to go through. They are operated by flicker switches situated on poles as you approach each gate (make sure to toggle both ways!).

Gate troubleshooting

The gates are on auto-close. If a gate switch is not working, please check to see if it has been bumped into manual mode by trying to physically slide it open and shut. If that does not work, give us a call or WhatsApp.

The final fork

There is only one fork on the inner road towards the Lodge. Please keep left at the fork marked “River House”. If you go right in error, you will arrive at our operational farm workshops.

Guest reviews

What our guests are saying

5.0

A special place

We travel a lot - rarely have we found such a special place. The setting is so peaceful, the service is amazing, and the house has been so thoughtfully laid out and equipped. We were four families with 8 kids and there was something for everyone. The rooms are separate from the main house, which means early risers don't disturb others. I spent hours staring out over the river. The sunsets over a roaring fire are food for the soul. Thanks Rob, and thanks Joseph and team.

George Gilchrist
5.0

The perfect family gathering

Egerton was the perfect spot in every way for our large family to gather together and to just breathe, relax and enjoy each other’s company. The rooms were all beautifully decorated and comfortable. The kitchen and living areas had everything we needed and more. The spacious outdoor living areas and fire pit under shady Karee trees allowed us each to reconnect to the rhythms of nature – amazing sunsets, prolific birdlife, the continuous burble of water, the incredible stars and even a tortoise came to visit. Both Joseph and Vickie were fantastic, always attentive and always smiling.

Richard and Yvonne

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