A private, peaceful and premium getaway.
Cowrie House is a self-catering retreat inside Vygeboom Country Estate, designed for relaxed group stays, friends’ weekends, couples’ retreats, special occasions and workation escapes.
Wake up to mountain views, spend the afternoon on the water, enjoy the pool, and end the day around the braai. The house sleeps up to eight guests comfortably and gives you the privacy of a full home in a scenic estate setting.
Amenities
Everything for a comfortable stay
Ideal for families, friends, couples and small group stays.
Includes one open-plan double bedroom.
Convenient setup for group accommodation.
Relax, cool off and enjoy the estate setting.
Perfect for slow afternoons and evening gatherings.
Scenic views from the estate and surrounding landscape.
Suitable for workation escapes and connected stays.
Convenient parking within the estate.
Boat rides are requested separately and confirmed based on availability.
Photos
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Guest memories
Cowrie Friends
Cowrie Friends is a guest gallery where people who have stayed at Cowrie House can share photos, videos and captions from their stay. In the full build, tagged social posts can be pulled into an admin approval area before appearing here.

Boat ride at the dam
“Afternoon on the water, then braai back at the house. Perfect weekend.”

Cosy group stay
“Spacious lounge, peaceful estate and enough room for everyone.”
Weekend recap
Short guest videos can appear here once submitted or approved.
Share your Cowrie House memory
Prototype form. In production this goes to admin approval.
Good to know
House rules and check-in
Anytime after 12:00 midday.
10:00 am.
No loud noise or music. Estate rules apply.
Noise fines charged by the estate may be passed on to guests. Please be considerate.