Greyton and Genadendal form a pint-sized town that is fondly known as South Africa’s “Little England”. Get ready to experience the blissful feeling of travelling back in time as you explore quiet oak-lined lanes and discover gathering spots buzzing with friendly locals, and visitors to the town

Directions to Greyton / Genadendal are simple and they will lead you through the scenic highways and byways of the Overberg that are just waiting to be discovered. Be sure to add a few hours to your travel time so you can stop at one of the many interesting farm stalls along the way.

The history of Greyton and Genadendal is rich in culture and can be traced to the late 1600s when Ensign Schriver of the Castle of Good Hope bartered with Captain Stoffel Koekson of the Hassequas Khoikhoi tribe, for land. The foundations of the original mud-and-brick houses still lie under the old historical homes of Boschmanskloof.

Onward to 1854 when a wealthy Englishman, Herbert Vigne, established a freehold agricultural village and named it Greyton after the then Governor of the Cape, Sir George Grey. Since those days not much has changed and the layout of the town and its buildings, remain quintessentially the same. The town’s original irrigation system known as “leiwater” still exists and if you are looking for things to do in the area, you can see this and visit other old landmarks in-and-around the central hub of the town.

Finding accommodation in Greyton and Genadendal is easy and you are spoiled for choice among the long list of self-catering homes, guesthouses, B&Bs and campsites.

One of the most popular things to do while in Greyton and Genadendal is to visit the Saturday morning market where you can mingle with locals while you load your basket with organic fruit and vegetables, freshly baked goods, and handmade products. The shops in Greyton and Genadendal are also well worth a visit and the promise of discovering a long-lost treasure in one of the antique shops, is a lure in itself.

Art lovers are spoiled for choice because there are artists in Greyton and Genadendal who exhibit and sell their works at just about every establishment in both towns. Private visits to workshops and studios are often possible with prior arrangements.

You will never go hungry in Greyton and Genadendal because there is every meal option on offer. The farm stalls, coffee shops, bistros and more formal restaurants in Greyton and Genadendal will keep your tummy from rumbling. Be sure to stock up on freshly baked pies with generous fillings, homemade cheeses and preserves for the picnic basket and delicious wines from the surrounding wine farms.

Outdoor nature-based activities in and around Greyton and Genadendal include hiking trails, MTB tracks and 4x4 routes that will lead you through tranquil forests, up steep kloofs and along picturesque rivers.

If your visit has you thinking that relocating to a less hurried lifestyle might be well worth considering, be sure to visit one of the real estate agents in Greyton who will gladly show you a selection of properties that could very well become your future dream home.