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.

Check-In  01:00 PM   Check-Out 10:00 AM

Price & Availability

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

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

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 Fireplace, Self-catering, No Smoking in Rooms
Views Garden, Mountain

Crane Suite x 1

Includes: Self-catering

The Crane suite is a comfortable self catering suite adjacent to our meditation/yoga room. A large bedroom with beautiful berg views sleeps 4 ( 1 queen and 2 single beds) with a bathroom en suite. The spacious lounge contains an extra bed. This suite is ideal for families l;ooking for affordable accommodation or for small groups of friends.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Shower only
Beds Queen beds, Single beds
Other Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Self-catering
Views Mountain, Garden
2010 Base Rate
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Cottage  R350 -- R250 -- R750 --
Harleigh Cottage  R350 -- R250 -- R1,000 --
The Farmhouse  -- -- R250 -- R2,000 --
Settler's Cottage  R350 -- R220 -- R440 --
Crane Suite  R350 -- R220 -- R750 --

High season: 03 December 2010 - 15 January 2011
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Cottage  R350 R400 R275 R300 R700 R800
Harleigh Cottage  R500 R600 R275 R300 R1,000 R1,100
The Farmhouse  -- -- R275 R300 R2,200 R2,500
Settler's Cottage  R350 R400 R200 R240 R440 R480
Crane Suite  R350 R400 R220 R250 R700 R800

2011 Base Rate
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Cottage  R400 -- R300 -- R800 --
Harleigh Cottage  R400 -- R300 -- R1,100 --
The Farmhouse  -- -- R300 -- R2,250 --
Settler's Cottage  R400 -- R250 -- R500 --
Crane Suite  R400 -- R250 -- R800 --

Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.

Facilities

Facilities and Services

  • Parking Available
  • Pets Permitted by Arrangement
  • 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
  • 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

In and Around

Nearby Locations
Nearest Airport
Featured Destinations
Gallery and Museums
 

Customer Reviews

Reviews 5 of 10
Thank you
Jacqui Hance, United Kingdom - 25 August 2010
Wonderful, spacious accommodation far surpassing expectations.
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The overnight was amazing
Anonymous, South Africa - 07 June 2010
The views are fantastic and being able to stroke the ponies with your early morning coffee is actually a lovely experience.
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Great value.
Julia Salnicki, South Africa - 31 May 2009
Lovely cottage with great views and excellent location between Kamberg and Giants Castle. Ruth very hospitable and very knowledgeable about things to do in the area. Julia Salnicki and Richard Moras, Sydney, Australia
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Good value for money!
Serena Pienaar, South Africa - 28 April 2009
Most amazing view of the mountains from the stoep. 25 km from Giants Castle. We booked there as we did the Giants Castle Mountain Bike Race. It was bliss to be so near early that morning. Ruth was most friendly!. I can definitley recommend. Will definitely book there again next year!
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Recommended
Bronwyn Fenton, South Africa - 26 August 2008
Wonderful
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  • R440  p/unit
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  • Self Catering 
 

Special Offer

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Midweek Breakaways at 25% off normal rates every week from Sun - Thurs (excluding public holidays and December holidays). This special price is for a minimum of 2 people and two nights in Harleigh or Heronmoor Cottages. Enjoy the Berg in its autumn colours or enjoy the winter days and cool evenings by the fireplace. Enjoy the magnificent views from your comfortably furnished cottage and recharge your batteries in our piece of paradise at a very affordable rate. Valid until 2 December 2010. 

 

Special Offer

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40% off. Enjoy our spacious Farmhouse at a special price of R1200 per night for up to 6 people for a minimum of 2 nights or R1500 per night for up to 10 people for a minimum stay of 3 nights. The Farmhouse has a gourmet kitchen, spacious comfortable entertaining areas with sliding doors out on to the patio which has spectacular views. The main bedroom has a bathroom en suite which includes a jacuzzi bath with a view and double shower.

 

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