Perched on the Mpumalanga escarpment midway between White River and Hazyview, the old world charm of this secluded retreat continues to delight guests ensuring luxury and privacy.
Combined with warm hospitality, the quiet serenity lures people back time and again. The dreamy aura provides a glorious respite, yet one is within minutes of renowned Game Reserves and boundless splendor of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls.
Each of the eight exquisitely decorated Garden and Orchard suites boast private terraces which offer a magnificent vista of the valley and forests surrounding the property. All suites include expansive en-suite bathrooms, and separate sitting rooms with log fires to add to the luxury and ambiance.
Attention to detail from the cut glass sherry decanters through to the luxurious bathrobes, hand embroidered pure cotton linen filled with goose down duvets is apparent throughout.
The two Orchard Suites have private saunas and swimming pools in their own secluded gardens – absolute luxury and privacy!
The restaurant, offering sumptuous gourmet dishes, fine wines and impeccable service, has been awarded the coveted Chaise des Rotisseurs blazon and a place in the Top Ten Restaurants of South Africa.
Mornings begin with alfresco breakfasts in the Victorian gazebo, whilst evening highlights are sumptuous gourmet dishes, fine wines and impeccable service of the candlelit restaurant.
To maintain an atmosphere of Fine Dining, dress code for dinner is smart – please no jeans, shorts or athletic shoes.
After a wonderful day on safari in the heat and dust of the Game Reserve or exploring the incredible Panorama route, come home to the cool mountain air to rejuvenate yourself in delicious anticipation of the evening ahead.
Antique shops, Artist’s workshops, Bird watching, Botanical gardens, Fishing, Golf courses, Horse riding, Hiking, Hot air ballooning, white water rafting or Helicopter flips can all be arranged.
The property is situated in the mountains of Mpumalanga off the R40 Route between White River and Hazyview at an altitude of about 1000 meters.
Rates (valid until 31 December 2013):
Luxury Suite: R 1500
Orchard Suite: R 1745
Rates are per person sharing per night and include accommodation, dinner and breakfast
Children 8 years and older are welcome and pay 50% of the adult sharing rate when sharing with parents. Children 12 years and older are considered as adults and are accommodated in their own room.