The Rauthin farm at sunrise
Our Story

A new name, the same farm calm. Rauthin Estate, formerly Landmeterskop Farm Cottages.

From Landmeterskop to Rauthin

The same farm, a new chapter.

If you've known us as Landmeterskop, welcome back. If you're finding us for the first time, welcome to Rauthin Estate.

Rauthin Estate is the next chapter of the farm many guests have known for years as Landmeterskop Farm Cottages, on Papiesvlei Road near Stanford. We're keeping what people loved — the farm setting, the cottages, the hot tubs, the animals, the sense of space — and gradually refining the rest: the guest experience, the booking journey, and the way the estate is presented.

But the heart of the place remains the same: self-catering cottages, wide skies, slow weekends, animals, hot tubs, fires, and room for children to roam.

Where we are

On Papiesvlei Road, near Stanford.

The farm sits about 200 km from Cape Town and 22 km out of Stanford on the road to Elim — a working farm of meadows, dams and fynbos-covered hills in the heart of the Cape Overberg.

Stanford itself is one of the gentler Overberg villages: small, walkable, with a handful of restaurants, a Saturday market and the Klein River. Hermanus and the coast are about half an hour further on.

  • About 2 hours from Cape Town
  • 15 minutes from Stanford
  • 35 minutes from Hermanus
Overberg · Western Cape
Common questions

Is this still Landmeterskop?

Is Rauthin the same as Landmeterskop?

Yes — Rauthin Estate is the new name and next chapter of Landmeterskop Farm Cottages. The farm, cottages and experience remain; the brand is being refreshed.

Has the farm changed?

The setting, cottages and core feel of the place remain the same. Over time, the guest communication, branding and some details will be improved.

Still a family-friendly farm stay?

Yes. Families, farm rhythm, self-catering freedom and the rural setting remain central to the experience.

How do we book?

Directly through this website for the best rates, or get in touch by email. We're always happy to help you choose the right cottage.

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Welcome to Rauthin Estate.

The same farm calm, a careful next chapter. Come and see it for a slow weekend in the country.

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