Family Hideout

Intro

The NamibRand Family Hideout is remotely situated in south-western Namibia, on the stunning NamibRand Nature Reserve — one of southern Africa’s largest private nature reserves. We offer self-catering accommodation in a farmhouse plus three private, secluded campsites.

Characteristics

As the sole occupier of this charming and authentic farmhouse, you’ll be able to enjoy quality time with family and friends. The Hideout is simply but comfortably equipped — a solid, safe haven from the sometimes harsh desert conditions. This is an atmospheric, renovated old farmhouse with 3 bedrooms inside and one double bedroom in the outbuilding.

• An expansive shady stoep, a large newly-renovated kitchen with a gas stove and a solar-powered fridge/freezer, and a spacious lounge.
• A free-standing fireplace with a glass door in the lounge — warmth and atmosphere for winter nights (use the wood provided).
• Mosquito gauze on all opening windows.

Energy

• Water pumped using a solar pump, from deep below the desert surface.
• Solar-heated hot water.
• Solar lighting in the campsites and in each room of the house — no 220V power. Charging stations at the house and at Jupiter.

Wildlife

The NamibRand boasts a bird list of over 100 species. Desert creatures abound — barking geckos, lizards, beetles. Mammals include oryx and springbok, zebra, ostrich, bat-eared foxes and a few giraffe. Large flocks of Namaqua sandgrouse visit the waterholes regularly.

Activities

Enjoy spectacular views over the vast plains and ancient blue mountain ranges, or one of our activities into the glowing red dunes for a close encounter with the fascinating fauna and flora of the Namib. The kids will love dune-boarding and endless open spaces, or chasing after beetles and lizards scuttling over the sand. A small waterhole 50 m from the veranda attracts a myriad of birdlife as well as oryx, springbok, zebra, bat-eared fox, porcupines and other wildlife. Giraffe may also be seen, if you’re lucky. The exceptional surroundings and clarity of the air provide endless opportunities for photography by day and star-gazing by night.