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Umzimkulu River Lodge
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From R170 p/person sharing
From R430 p/unit
Maximum guests: 39
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RELAXING GETAWAY
We enjoyed a very relaxing two nights at Umzimkulu River Lodge in the quaint Pygmy Cottage. I enjoyed the trout fishing even though the water was slightly discoloured due to recent rains. The Gorge fishing was particularly exciting.
Harvey & Linda Carr, South Africa
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11 October 2009
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Recommended
We had a wonderful holiday, very relaxing and this is a stunning place
Elize van der Westhuizen, South Africa
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15 September 2009
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Fantastic
We really enjoyed our short stay a the lodge, Stephen was a really gracious host. Thanks also to Dawn who really made our stay very pleasant.We will be back there again in the spring.
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Kris
Kris Naidoo, South Africa
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28 July 2009
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Location
We are situated on the banks of the Umzimkulu River. Trout fisherman can walk out of the door and enjoy 2.5km of prime river frontage.
Historical & Cultural
The Southern Drakensburg has been declared a World Heritage Site. There are a number of bushman paintings available in the district to view with a registered guide.
Pet Friendly
We have a number of units with wooden floors in which we are happy to accommodate the furry members of your family.
Description
Our peaceful valley resort which is 22km out of Underberg provides the perfect location for a retreat from city life. Here’s your chance to rest and listen to the river and the sounds of nature or spend some wholesome outdoor time with your family. FAMILIES: love it for the unhurried old world country atmosphere with days spent picnicking under the huge oaks on the river island, boulder hopping in Thrombosis Gorge or just “messing about in boats”. HONEYMOONERS: revel in the privacy of a luxurious suite and private deck just meters from the river bank. FISHERMEN love it for the unrivalled opportunities to catch rainbow trout along our 2.5km stretch of river. To make sure you have a relaxing break we have babysitters on hand to offer you solitude or an opportunity to enjoy a meal without having to mop up any spillages!Umzimkulu River Lodge has recently been awarded 3 Star Grading in the Self Catering category. We undertake to contribute to the sustainability of the Tourism Industry and are committed to quality assurance. We also boast an AA Recommended Status which is assessed on an annual basis to keep us on our toes.Come and experience restoration of body and soul in truly lovely surroundings. ACCOMMODATION: All our fully equipped self catering units are situated just meters from the river bank with stunning views. All the units except the log cabin are equipped with log fires. All the units have individual braai facilities. In winter a complimentary bundle of firewood is supplied on arrival and additional firewood is available to purchase thereafter. The units are serviced once daily in the mornings, excluding Sundays and Public Holidays. Should you require additional assistance we can arrange to have a housekeeper available for an additional fee of R15/hour or part thereof in the afternoons.We aim to have your cottages refreshed and ready for you by 14:00 on your arrival day and we ask that you vacate your unit 10:30 on your departure day. We do however make allowances upon request if there are no other guests expected. ACTIVITIES AT THE LODGE: Activities at the lodge include bass and trout fishing, swimming, boating, tubing, canoeing, walking and birding. Children outdoor Fun includes Animal Farm (Tortoises, Pigs, Rabbits & Guinea Pigs, Tame Spur Winged Geese, Ducks & chickens), Jungle Gym / tree house and swings, Sandpit, Trampoline & volleyball will keep your children enjoying this adventure playground all day long. MEALS: We have an alacarte breakfast and lunch menu and a set 2 course dinner menu available. Meals are served in the dining room or on the deck overlooking the river. ACTIVITIES IN UNDERBERG: Sani Pass Tour, Birding, Hiking, Bushman Paintings, Yellow wood forest hike, Mountain Biking, several restaurants & coffee shops, gift and curio shops. We are very happy to make bookings for any of these activities on your behalf. Come and experience restoration of body and soul in truly lovely surroundings.
Check-In 02:00 PM Check-Out 10:30 AM
Rooms and units
The Bower - Honeymoon Suite
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The Bower is a free standing thatched unit set away from the family accommodation with its own private entrance through a rose covered pergola. Within the room there is an extra length king size oak canopy bed, 2 arm chairs in front of the log fire and a stocked mini bar. The kitchenette has a gas hob, fridge, microwave and all the necessary cutlery & crockery. The bathroom is made for two with a huge corner bath and a twin shower. The Bower has its own braai facilities and a private deck with loungers overlooking the river.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private, Ensuite bath and separate shower
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Beds
King
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Other
Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms
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River, Garden
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Malachite
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Malachite is a free standing thatched cottage ideal for a family of 4 with young children. It is conveniently situated within earshot of the kiddies playground and lodge facilities. It consists of 1 double room, 1 bathroom and lounge with a bed-sitter and log fire. The bed-sitter is a wooden framed single bed with another single bed which pulls out from below. The kitchen is fully equipped with a gas hob and oven, microwave, fridge and all the necessary cutlery & crockery. It also has its own deck with views of the river and its own braai facility.
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Private
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Beds
Sleeper Couch, Double
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Other
Heater, Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Self-catering
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River, Garden
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Giant Cabin
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12 Sleeper - Up market log home with 2 double en suite rooms, 1 en suite twin room, 3 twin rooms, bed-sitter in lounge, 2 ½ bathrooms, open plan fully equipped kitchen, lounge, dining room, braai facilities, huge veranda overlooking the river, jungle gym with water slide and swings for your private use.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private, Ensuite bath and separate shower, Ensuite shower only, Shared Bathroom, Separate Toilet, Outdoor Shower
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Beds
Twin, Queen
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Other
Self-catering
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TV
Television, DVD
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River, Garden
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Pied
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Pied is newly completed free standing double storey house set about 50m away from the main lodge. It is ideal for a maximum of 6 adults and 3 children. It offers moderate privacy, comfortable accommodation and spectacular views. It has its own access down onto rolling lawn and the river island beyond.
Upstairs It sleeps 7 upstairs in 1 double en suite room (with a corner bath). The MES also has a bed-sitter tucked into the corner of this large room (suitable for child under 12). It has an additional 2 fair sized twin rooms upstairs.
Downstairs There is a bunk bed in the lounge downstairs which is suitable for under 12’s, an additional bathroom, lounge with log fire and double doors out onto the verandah. The kitchen is fully equipped with gas hob/oven, microwave and fridge/freezer and open-plan dining area also with double doors out onto the verandah.
The private garden has gorgeous views, braai facilities.
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Bathroom Facilities
Private, Ensuite bath and separate shower
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Beds
Bunkbeds, Twin, Queen
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Other
Heater, No Smoking in Rooms, Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Upstairs, Self-catering
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River, Garden
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Woodland
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Woodland - 10 SLEEPER is a free standing double storey house set about 150m away from any other buildings. It is ideal for a maximum of 6 adults and 4 children. It offers excellent privacy, comfortable accommodation, and beautiful views. It has its own access down onto rolling lawn and the river island beyond.
Upstairs It sleeps 8 upstairs with 1 double en suite room (bath and shower), 1 double room, a twin room and a bunk bed on the upstairs landing.
Downstairs It sleeps 2 with a bed-sitter tucked into a corner of the lounge. The bed-sitter is a wrought iron framed single bed with a single bed which pulls out from below. The fully equipped kitchen has a gas hob and oven, microwave and fridge/freezer and open plan dining area with double doors out onto the veranda, 1 additional bathroom. The lounge has a log fire and double doors out onto a veranda. The private garden and veranda offer braai facilities and beautiful views
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Bathroom Facilities
Private
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Beds
Bunkbeds, Single Beds, Twin, Double
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Other
Heater, No Smoking in Rooms, Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Upstairs, Self-catering
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River, Garden
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Pygmy Cottage
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Pygmy has a main en suite room and balcony up amongst the trees (steep staircase), kitchentte/lounge and dining area downstaris with braai facilities and deck overlooking the river.
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Bathroom Facilities
Ensuite shower only
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Beds
Double
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Other
Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Upstairs, Self-catering, Heater, No Smoking in Rooms
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River, Garden
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Summer 2009 Weekends: 07 January 2009 - 25 March 2010 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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The Bower - Honeymoon Suite
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R270
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R270
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Malachite
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R500
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R500
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Giant Cabin
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R230
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R230
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Pied
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R210
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R210
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Woodland
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R210
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R210
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Pygmy Cottage
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R210
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R210
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Weekends Fri-Sat Oct-Dec: 01 October 2009 - 11 December 2009 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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The Bower - Honeymoon Suite
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R270
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R270
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Malachite
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R500
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R500
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Giant Cabin
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R230
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R230
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Pied
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R210
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R210
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Woodland
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R210
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R210
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Pygmy Cottage
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R210
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R210
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Midweek sun-thur Oct-Dec Special Offer: 01 October 2009 - 11 December 2009 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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The Bower - Honeymoon Suite
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R215
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R215
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Malachite
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R430
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R430
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Giant Cabin
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R185
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R185
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Pied
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R170
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R170
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Woodland
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R170
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R170
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Pygmy Cottage
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R170
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R170
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Christmas Holidays: 11 December 2009 - 07 January 2010 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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The Bower - Honeymoon Suite
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R290
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R290
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Malachite
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R690
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R690
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Giant Cabin
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R250
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R250
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Pied
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R230
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R230
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Woodland
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R230
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Pygmy Cottage
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R230
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R230
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Summer 2009 Midweek Special: 07 January 2010 - 25 March 2010 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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The Bower - Honeymoon Suite
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R215
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R215
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Malachite
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R430
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Giant Cabin
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R185
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Pied
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R170
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R170
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Woodland
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R170
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R170
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Pygmy Cottage
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R170
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R170
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Easter/School Holidays: 26 March 2010 - 12 April 2010 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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The Bower - Honeymoon Suite
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R300
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R300
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Malachite
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R690
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R690
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Giant Cabin
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R250
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Pied
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R230
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R230
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Woodland
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R230
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Pygmy Cottage
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R230
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R230
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Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.
Nearby Attractions
| Sani Pass |
25.0 km |
| Drakensburg World Heritage Site |
25.0 km |
| Natal Coast |
100.0 km |
| Hiking |
0.5 km |
| Bushman Rock Art Paintings |
25.0 km |
| Lesotho |
65.0 km |
| Midlands Meander |
60.0 km |
Facilities and Services Parking Available, Laundry Service, Pets Permitted by Arrangement, Pool Table, Garden, Braai / Barbecue, Off Street Parking, Fireplace on the Premises, Communal Satelite TV
Facilities in Rooms/Units No Smoking in Rooms, Fireplace in Rooms
Activities on the Premises Teambuilding
Activities Nearby Trout Fishing, Bird Watching, Fishing, Golf, Canoeing / Kayaking, Fishing - Fly, Gliding - Traditional, Hang Gliding, Horse Riding, Paddling - Canoeing, Paddling - Kayaking, Paddling - Whitewater-Rafting, Paragliding, River Rafting/Expedition, Walking, Camping, Hiking / Backpacking
Environment Mountain, Countryside, River, Great Outdoors
Languages Spoken English, Afrikaans
Conference Conference Venue <25 People
Grading AA Recommended, 3 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
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