Big Sky Ranch Hotel - Colesberg

Big Sky Ranch: Mountain-view guest house on a working stud farm in Colesberg

Accommodations & Room Features

Big Sky Ranch offers Deluxe Queen Rooms, Deluxe King Rooms, and Superior King Suites, each with air conditioning and a private bathroom. Select rooms include french doors opening to the gardens or a heated bathroom floor. The property, once home to Gary Player, retains a refined farmhouse character with comfortable furnishings and electric blankets for cold Karoo nights.

On-Site Dining & Breakfast

Guests at Big Sky Ranch Colesberg choose between a Continental or Full English/Irish breakfast, with eggs cooked to order. Dinner is a set menu served on the patio, often featuring roast lamb with homemade gravy and mint sauce, followed by a cheese platter. The honesty bar and complimentary tea, coffee, and cake on arrival add to the food experience.

Outdoor Recreation & Activities

The ranch has a year-round outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, plus a tennis court with equipment available for hire. Guests can hike or cycle on the property's trails and walk around the dam and manicured lawns. A sun terrace, picnic area, and putting green provide additional space for relaxation and play.

Pet-Friendly Policies & Farm Atmosphere

Big Sky Ranch welcomes dogs of all sizes with no restrictions, allowing them in the rooms and around the entire farm. The resident dogs Eddie and Gorgeous greet arrivals, and the working stables with horses and foals are open for guests to explore. Pet owners appreciate the warm welcome and the absence of extra pet fees.

Wellness & Relaxation

The hot tub is available for guest use, and the sun terrace offers views of the dam and gardens. A large swimming pool and spacious lawn areas invite quiet afternoons with a book or a glass of wine. The property's location away from the N1 ensures a peaceful night's sleep with only the sound of horses.

• Location: Working stud farm near Colesberg, midway between Johannesburg and Cape Town
• Rooms: 7 room types including Deluxe King, Deluxe Queen, and Superior King Suites
• Dining: Set-menu dinner with lamb, full breakfast, and an honesty bar
• Activities: Tennis court, outdoor pool, hiking trails, and putting green
• Pet Policy: All dogs welcome with no restrictions, free of charge
• History: Former home of golf legend Gary Player