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Acorn Cottages Self-Catering | Bed and Breakfast

Kwazulu-Natal | Drakensberg accommodation | Champagne Valley accommodation
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This is the perfect place to simply unwind and destress and there are revitilising walks and hikes to Monks Cowl, Cathedral Peak, Giants Castle and Injesuthi. There are wonderful Bushman paintings to be viewed in the vicinity plus the only San museum in the world.
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2 adults for 1 night check-in 21 November 2008:
- english oak , sleeps 4 R1 000
- gallery suite , sleeps 2 R 800
- pin oak , sleeps 4 R 500
- rose cottage , sleeps 2 R 500
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English Oak
Gallery Suite
Pin Oak
Rose Cottage
Establishment Details
Summary:
We are situated with-in easy reach of Johannesburg ±4 1/2 hours, Durban 2 1/2 hours, Kimberley 5 hours, London 14 hours and New York 16 hours backwards, we are convenient for happy family reunions and weddings in the mountains.

Theme:
Experience true country life in South Africa where we all live in harmony.

Views:
Accommodation offers gorgeous views of the Drakensberg area and it surround!


Property Description:
Our 4 self catering cottages all have a braai area, a 4 plate gas stove with oven, and a microwave. All crockery and cultery is there. The larger family cottages have an enclosed garden and TV 1, 2 & 3. The 2 couples only cottages have wide views of the Drakensberg and surrounding country. The cottages are separated by a communal braai area. All towels and linen are supplied. In winter electric blankets, oil heaters and hot water bottles are also available while fans are supplied in summer.




Directions
FROM JOHANNESBERG----N3 to Harrismith, N5 to Bethlehem, but turn left after 5 km to BERGVILLE, R74, then keep on the R74 at next intersection. You will now travel down the Oliviers Hoek Pass, very beautiful road but not a fast road, in the event of bad weather, mist, and at night we suggest stay on the N3 to COLENSO exit 194.
BERGVILLE to WINTERTON, as you enter the village over a bridge look for turning to the RIGHT opposite the Engen garage, (suggest fill up if getting low) onto the R600 road to the Central Drakensberg. Travel this road for approx 10 minutes past Kwazulu weavers to intersection and then straight across. Pass THOKOSISA and after 4 km you will see the road sign to ACORN COTTAGES to the RIGHT, drive 2km and turn right again and keep straight until you see our gate.
PLEASE DRIVE SLOWELY, ANIMALS AROUND!!!!! WELCOME.



FROM DURBAN--------N3 to ESTCOURT NORTH/GIANTS CASTLE turn off, exit 179, turn
LEFT and drive through LOSKOP, beware animals in the road and children, to 4 way intersection, about 20minutes drive.
LEFT at THOKOSISA corner.
After 4km you will see the ACORN COTTAGE road sign to the right, drive 2km and turn right again, keep straight until you see our gate.
PLEASE DRIVE SLOWELY, ANIMALS AROUND!!!!!! WELCOME



FROM BLOEMFONTEIN------N5 towards HARRISMITH watch for the turning to the RIGHT to BERGVILLE, follow as per from Johannesberg.



FROM LADYSMITH-------At the bottom of Murchison Street, (Wimpy on right) turn right, follow road signs to N3 DURBAN. SLOW AND CAREFUL!!! Branch off left then right and follow sign to BERGVILLE, after a few km LEFT to WINTERTON, past Spionkop Dam, when entering Winterton, go left then right opposite the Engen garage, follow as for Johannesberg.

GPS CO ORDINATES S28.56’49.38”
E29.28’53.28”

PLEASE PHONE IF NOT SURE OF THE WAY, better to make sure than end up too far out of your way!!!
Unit Information
English Oak,  2 bedrooms, sleeps 4
Overview Our ever popular 2 bedroom cottage is set in a pecan nut plantation on the hill, this is fun for a family or group of friends. The cottage is furnished with a full stove and microwave and full size fridge, Braai area, TV, a big fireplace for cold winter nights, and for those who just like a romantic evening around a log fire.
Bed configuration There are 2 single beds and a double bed.
Gallery Suite,  1 bedroom, sleeps 2
Overview This is a stunning suite for a couple. The views of the mountains and surrounding countryside are quite awesome from the private verandah. The suite has been furnished with a satellite TV and a CD player is provided and there is comfy furniture for both inside and on the verandah and a braai is provided. In winter sleep by the light of the little fireplace and in summer there are 2 ceiling fans.
Bed configuration The suite is furnished with twin beds which can be converted into a double bed.
Pin Oak,  2 bedrooms, sleeps 4
Overview Our ever popular 2 bedroom cottage is set in a pecan nut plantation on the hill, this is fun for a family or group of friends. The cottage is furnished with a full stove and microwave and full size fridge, Braai area, TV, a big fireplace for cold winter nights, and for those who just like a romantic evening around a log fire.
Bed configuration There are 2 single beds and a double bed.
Rose Cottage,  1 bedroom, sleeps 2
Overview A romantic little hideaway with oregan pine sash windows, welsh dresser, a corner bath separate shower and separate toilet. There is 1 bedroom with a fan in summer, a big fireplace warms the whole cottage in winter, TV is provided and a CD player. The verandah has sweeping views of the Drakensberg and there is a braai in the garden area. The stove is gas, with 4 plates and oven as well a microwave.
Bed configuration The cottage is furnished with twin beds which can be converted into a double bed.
Check in / Check out times
Check in After 14:00
Check out Before 11:00
General facilities
Bar fridge
Double beds (Queen / King)
DSTV
Fridge / Freezer
Hairdryer
Non smoking
Oven / hob / extracter fan
Swimming pool
Television
Detailed facilities
Activities/facilities nearby
  • 4X4 trails
  • Bicycle rental
  • Bird watching
  • Boat Trips
  • Fishing
  • Flyfishing
  • Golf course
  • Hiking and nature trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Restaurants/Sidewalk cafe
  • Surfing
  • Swimming pool
  • Watersports
Business services
  • Fax machine
  • Internet access
  • Photo copying machine
  • Television with VCR available
  • Video projector
Concierge / Staff speak
  • English
General facilities
  • Complimentary coffee / tea offerings
  • Fan
  • Fire place
  • Heater
  • Kettle
  • Microwave
  • MNet
  • No pets allowed (Prior arrangement)
  • Radio/Tape/CD
  • Smoking allowed
Geographic location
  • In the mountains / hillside (Champagne Valley, Drakensberg)
  • Near/by river or dam
  • Situated in the country (small holding)
Value added services offered
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry services
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