Berg House and Cottages

Berg House and Cottages, Self-catering accommodation in Bergville Kwazulu Natal

Contact Details Vaughn & Chantal Piccione +27 (0)36 438 6707 +27 (0)36 438 6707 +27 (0)82 804 8784 berghouse@telkomsa.net Web: www.berghouse.co.za Our Rating out of 10 Enquire now View Rates

Description

Experience a mountain atmosphere with breathtaking views, described as the "IMAX Views" of the Drakensberg.

This private destination on a 1600 acre estate enables you to reunite the mind, body and soul, restore the essential "you". Relax and soak up the 270 degree views of the Drakensberg Escarpment.

Our prized feature is the world famous Amphitheatre, part of a world heritage site. View the second highest waterfall in the world during the summer; take in the breathtaking sunsets as you sit feet up, wine glass in hand.
The Berghouse and Cottages is a privately owned, 1650 acre estate, offering you Drakensberg accommodation and numerous activities in the Northern Drakensberg of the KwaZulu Natal province. Situated only 3 hours from either Johannesburg or Durban, this stunning Drakensberg getaway is surrounded by mountains - their massive sandstone cliffs will remain etched in your memory forever. The property provides you with unique, panoramic views of the Drakensberg spires from as far as the Monks Cowls and Cathkin Park, Cathedral Peak, to the south and the Amphitheatre and Maluti Mountains in the Northern Drakensberg, as well as the "Little Drakensberg"including Seletwane peak to the north east, Sungubala and Montusi Mountain peak to the North, the Cavern Berg to the Northwest, bordering the Freestate province, A Drakensberg experience par excellence awaits you. If you are in search of serenity, tranquility, then this is the destination to visit. You will be suspended in moments of magic, "like a balm to your troubled soul"."It's as though time stands still and one's worldly concerns just simply melt away or perhaps carried off on the gentlest of breezes, on the wing of one of the many beautiful birds that inhabit the estate, you will be left unencumbered to experience an exquisite lightness of being".

Comfortable accommodation awaits you in 5 well-furnished, privately situated cottages, each with fully equipped kitchens, kitchenettes and log fireplaces, with an abundance of firewood on site.

Each cottage offers you spectacular views of the surrounding valleys and mountains.

Home cooked cuisine awaits those who choose to have dinner and breakfast, picnic hampers are also provided (meals and hampers by prior arrangement).

Ideal for family and friends getaways,1/2 way between Johannesburg and Durban (3hours drive) or a romantic weekend for two – we have something unique and special to offer you. 

Things to bring:

• Costume and towel.
• Sunscreen.
• Lip ice.
• Sandals  (that fasten) for the river tubing.
• Old T shirt to use on the river.
• Good pair of hiking boots/shoes.
• Long pants to horse ride in.
• CD/Radio combination.
• Fire lighters.
• Charcoal.
• Matches, if self-catering.(some supplied)
• Candles, if self-catering,(some supplied)
• Wind breaker jacket.
• Binoculars.
• Bird book.
• Book on Wild Flowers.
• Own Mtn Bikes.(2 x bikes for hire)
• Refreshments.
• Complete supply of groceries (if self-catering).
• Torch.
• Hikers backpack.
• Warm clothes.
• Snacks for longer hikes.
• Camera.
• Mosquito spray.
• Plaster and ointment for blisters.
• Own 4x4 for the 4x4 trails.
• Own fishing rods.(rods available for hire..limited number available
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• Accommodation

(Thamela - "Bask in the sun")

• 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
• Sleeps 9 guests (including bunk bed for kiddies)
• Open plan lounge and kitchen area
• Huge log fireplace
• Excellent mountain views

(Thunzi - "Shade")

• 2 bedroom thatched cottage, both with en-suite bathrooms, bath off the main bedroom and shower in the second room.
• Log fireplace in the open plan lounge and kitchen area.
• Fully equipped kitchenette.
• Built in Braai/Barbeque facility outside the cottage.
• Jungle gym for kiddies outside the cottage.

(Thokomala - "Warmth and Comfort")

• 4 bedrooms, 2 rooms with double beds and 2 with single beds, sleeps 8 guests in total.
• 2 bathrooms(showers)
• Open plan lounge and kitchen area with a large logfire place.
• Under cover Braai/Barbeque facility.
• Situated high up on the side of a hill, this elevated position offers spectacular views of the entire Central, Northern and Little Drakensberg.

(Thula Thula - "Peace and Tranquility")

• Ideal venue for "Honeymoon couples"
• Privately situated.
• Queen size double bed with a logfire place in the bedroom.
• Ensuite bathroom.
• Patio on both side's of the cottage.
• Spectacular views of the "Amphitheatre" from the cottage.
• Tucked up amongst giant trees.

(Thandanani - "A place that everyone loves")

• A fully self-contained cottage.
• A queen size bed and log fireplace can be found in the bedroom
• En-suite bathroom facilities
• Grand Mountain views from the cottage

Rates

11th June 2010 to the 11th July 2010 (min rates per night).

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