For the June school holidays last year we found ourselves spending a bit of time in Barrydale at the relaxing Warmwaterberg Spa setup, and seeing as this is somewhat of a tradition by now, we obviously made time for a coffee and cake stop at The Blue Cow.
Situated on the Cooke farm in Barrydale, the Blue Cow sits at the edge of a small farm dam (jokingly referred to as the Barrydale Waterfront) and offers a nice selection of homely cakes, coffee, farm fresh salads and very light lunches. The views of Barrydale’s surrounding hills and farmland are refreshing and the countless koi and weaver birds surrounding the coffee shop makes for a tranquil, nature rich stop.
The Blue Cow has in fact taken it a step further now, having birthed its own accommodation option in the form of four cottages at the so-called Blue Cow Barn. Chantelle and her folks get on particularly well with the owner of the Blue Cow, which translates into VERY lengthy and sociable visits.
Not that I’m complaining though – all the more time to stroll around and take a LOT of photos of what really are beautiful surrounds.
Coffee with a view at the Barrydale Waterfront.
Related Link: The Blue Cow Coffee Shop | Barrydale