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Heronmoor Retreat

 
 

Description

Nestled in a tranquil valley in the Kamberg region and enjoying stunning views of Giant’s Castle and the Drakensberg, Heronmoor is the perfect place to take a break or stop over on the way to Durban.

Our luxury self-catering accommodation makes a great base to explore or to enjoy the outdoor activities on the farm and nearby. All of our three units have kitchen facilities, comfortable lounges opening onto a patio with either wood burning stoves or fireplaces to get cosy on winter nights. Each unit has braai facilities and a TV with either video or DVD players with a selection of movies for your enjoyment. We have a small conference centre suitable for workshops or strategic retreats for up to 14 people and a meditation and yoga room in the conference centre which guests are welcome to use. We offer a fully catered rate for groups of more than 6 and for our conferences with home cooked, farm fresh, organic delicious meals served in the Farmhouse.

Guests are free to walk on the 300 hectare farm and there are marked trails to the waterfall, gorge and stone cottage. During your walk you may be lucky and spot reedbuck, oribi or duikers as well as a variety of birdlife and lots of mountain wildflowers during spring and summer. Endangered wattled cranes can often be spotted in the wetlands and for those keen on fly fishing we have a stocked dam. Well known Midlands photographer Karen Edwards has a studio on the property and offers family photo shoots during your stay.

Neighbouring farms offer horse trails and the berg offers numerous day walks for the more adventurous as well as rock art viewing. The Hlatikulu Crane Sanctuary is close by and worth a visit. There are also lots of mountain biking routes around with some challenging hills offer good training for the more serious bikers.

As we are situated at the pivot of the Drakensberg escarpment, Heronmoor is perfectly positioned for day excursions to Sani Pass and Lower Loteni in the Southern berg or Injasuthi and Monk’s Cowl in the Central berg. There are three entrances to the Drakensberg World heritage site within 30 minutes of the farm, being Kamberg, Giant’s Castle and Highmoor. Our area offers some of the best preserved rock art sites open to the public and a visit to Kamberg Rock Art Centre and Game Pass Shelter is a must. Day excursions are also possible to Weenen Game reserve (no malaria) and the Battlefields. For the not so active, the Midlands Meander makes an interesting day trip with various arts and crafts, local wines and organic foods.

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Great Outdoors: Hiking of course is the main attraction in the berg but there is great mountain biking in the area as well as horse rides and golf.

Pets Permitted: At two of our cottages, Harleigh and Settlers Cottage we allow you to bring your well behaved dogs and cats. Please note that we do have animals of our own - they are friendly and hope your animals will be too.

Outstanding Views: All of our units have lovely views of the main Drakensberg escarpment and Giants castle.

Relaxation: Heronmoor provides a tranquil and peaceful setting. Our yoga and mediation room can be made available for you.

Price & Availability

ON REQUEST
Thursday 11th September
  • Per Person Sharing:
  • R450
  • Per Person:
  • R600
  • Per Unit:
  • R1350
  • Minimum Stay:
  • 2 Nights
 
Check-in
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CottageX 1
Includes: Self-catering
The cottage sleeps 3, two in a double bedroom en suite and one in the the open plan lounge. There is a fully equipped kitchenette and dining nook with crockery for 4. A covered private patio has comfortable sofas, hammocks and a Weber braai. The cottage contains a selection of books and DVD's are available on request.
 
Cottage
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Harleigh CottageX 1
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Harleigh is a comfortable 2 bedrromed cottage with large open plan lounge and fully equipped kitchen. It has a wood stove for heating. It is suitable for families with a garden area for kids to play. There is one bathroom with bath only. A sliding door from the lounge opens on to the patio with a magnificent view of Giant's Castle
 
Harleigh Cottage
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Settler's cottage is a 100 year old restored rustic stone cottage set in a secluded valley . It has a bathroom with shower only and a rustic kitchen with cooking on gas and a beautiful outside braai. You can experience the ultimate romantic private getaway in harmony with nature. There is solar electricity only and a bakkie or SUV is needed to reach the cottage or we can ferry you up to the cottage.
Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom
Beds Queen beds
Other No Smoking in Rooms, Fireplace, Self-catering
Views Garden, Mountain
 
Settler's Cottage
Sleeps 2 Price: p/p sharing
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The FarmhouseX 1
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The farmhouse is a large spacious house with 5 bedrooms and 2 and 1/2 bathrooms. There is a huge kitchen and open plan lounge/dining room with sliding doors onto the patio with a lovely view of the dam and the mountains.
 
The Farmhouse
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* Please note that these rates are a guide and are subject to change. Please confirm availability by requesting a quote.

Cottage x 1

Includes: Self-catering

The cottage sleeps 3, two in a double bedroom en suite and one in the the open plan lounge. There is a fully equipped kitchenette and dining nook with crockery for 4. A covered private patio has comfortable sofas, hammocks and a Weber braai. The cottage contains a selection of books and DVD's are available on request.

Features available

Harleigh Cottage x 1

Includes: Self-catering

Harleigh is a comfortable 2 bedrromed cottage with large open plan lounge and fully equipped kitchen. It has a wood stove for heating. It is suitable for families with a garden area for kids to play. There is one bathroom with bath only. A sliding door from the lounge opens on to the patio with a magnificent view of Giant's Castle

Features available

Settler's Cottage x 1

Includes: Self-catering

Settler's cottage is a 100 year old restored rustic stone cottage set in a secluded valley . It has a bathroom with shower only and a rustic kitchen with cooking on gas and a beautiful outside braai. You can experience the ultimate romantic private getaway in harmony with nature. There is solar electricity only and a bakkie or SUV is needed to reach the cottage or we can ferry you up to the cottage.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom
Beds Queen beds
Other No Smoking in Rooms, Fireplace, Self-catering
Views Garden, Mountain

The Farmhouse x 1

Includes: Self-catering

The farmhouse is a large spacious house with 5 bedrooms and 2 and 1/2 bathrooms. There is a huge kitchen and open plan lounge/dining room with sliding doors onto the patio with a lovely view of the dam and the mountains.

Features available

Facilities

Facilities and Services

  • Parking Available
  • Garden
  • Braai / Barbecue
  • VCR
  • Fireplace on the Premises
  • Internet
  • DVD
  • No Credit Card Facility
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
 

Facilities in Rooms/Units

  • Television in Rooms
  • No Smoking in Rooms
  • Heater in Rooms
  • Fireplace in Rooms
  • DVD
 

Environment

  • Mountain
  • Countryside
  • Great Outdoors
  • Dam
  • Farm
 

Activities Nearby

  • Trout Fishing
  • Bird Watching
  • Golf
  • Ballooning
  • Climbing - Traditional
  • Fishing - Fly
  • Horse Riding
  • Walking
  • Trekking
  • Hiking / Backpacking
 

Languages Spoken

  • English
 

Conference

  • Whiteboard Available
  • Conference Venue <25 People
  • DVD Player Available
  • Flip Chart Available
  • Note Pads Supplied
  • Pens Supplied
 

Heronmoor Retreat Map

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*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

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Customer Reviews

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Heronmoor retreat - 5 days
bruce patience, South Africa
16 August 2011
We spent five days at Heronmoor Retreat in the one-bedroomed cottage. There was an extra bed in the lounge area for our 10-year-old daughter. Enough space. Kitchen is very small but we were well organized with pre-cooked meals so this did not frustrate us. Cottage is not serviced but due to the size this is not necessary and also allows for privacy which was nice. There are fish in the trout dam but we did not catch. Would not recommend this if what you are after is a fishing break.
Anniversary celebration
Nicolette Louw, South Africa
04 July 2011
My husband and I went to Heronmoor Retreat to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. It was just what we needed - a complete getaway from city living. We stayed in Settlers Cottage which was rustic and secluded. We had complete privacy and the feeling of the gorgeous outdoors. We'll surely go back. Perfect for a long weekend getaway. Thank you Paul and Ruth for your accommodating hospitality!
Enjoyable
Arnold Botha, South Africa
15 February 2011
Enjoyed the stay at Heronmoor. Ruth was very friendly, the house was clean and neat, with lots of DVDs to watch and keep the kids busy.
A real gem nestled in the mountains
Anonymous, South Africa
31 December 2010
Wow! What a fantastic place! We had the pleasure of staying two nights in the Settlers Cottage, and cannot recommend it highly enough. If it is a peaceful, romantic and relaxed getaway you are looking for, then this is the place. It really feels as if you have been transported back in time, but with just enough creature comforts to ensure a pleasant stay. Never felt so removed from civilisation, giving a real chance to relax! We will definitely be back!
Amazing!
Fern Ostrowick, South Africa
22 December 2010
This house is so luxurious we would have loved to stay for much longer! So well-equipped and comfortable. It felt like home away from home. The views are indescribable. We'll definitely be back!

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Nicolette Louw, South Africa - 04 July 2011
Lounge And Diniing Area
Main Bedroom
Farmhouse Bathroom
Heronmoor Cottage
Heronmoor Lounge
Settlers Cottage And Braai
Settler's Cottage
Harleigh Cottage
Harleigh Cottage Main Bedroom
Crane Suite Bedroom
The Waterfall