Named for the children's 'tag' game, Die Laaitjie is so called as
it nestles in the smallest and last of the Dassieshoek valleys in the Langeberg mountains.
Despite being so completely remote, the farm is only 7 kilometres from the centre of
Robertson.
A long, scenic gravel road leads to Die Laaitjie, a 330 Ha working farm that produces fruit,
goats, and wine in the hand-crafted 'methode ancienne' manner. A small herd of red goats will
soon be joined by milk goats, all shepherded round by a herd of geese. These animals are used
to people and very friendly. The farm is situated alone in a bowl made by the surrounding mountains.
25 Ha of the farm consists of peach, pear and apricot trees, all of which fill the valley with
colourful blossoms during the spring months.
The mountains themselves are criss-crossed with hiking, walking and horse-riding trails suitable
for all levels of expertise. Enjoy a gentle stroll to the river before breakfast, or spend a
whole day exploring the ravines. Horse-trailing can be arranged in conjunction with a neighbouring
farm specialising in horses.
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