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Experience
an African hideaway only 100km's from Cape Town ...
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Tucked
away in the Overberg Mountains outside Caledon, Black Eagle Lodge and Villa
offer a tranquil farm-style retreat just 90 minutes from Cape Town. Revive
your soul, surrounded by nature, from the privacy of these beautiful self-catering
lodges, spaced nearly a kilometer apart, on the mountain slopes of a working
farm, hidden halfway between Caledon and Botriver.
Awake
to the call of the sugarbird and unwind on an expansive verandah, overlooking
a spring-water dam and rolling wheat fields. Take the edge off hot summer
days in pools of cool spring water and warm up winter nights beside a blazing
log fire. Count the stars with the children and teach them to fly-fish,
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respite from busy schedules, Black Eagle Lodge and Villa are ideally suited
to a holiday of total relaxation, whether it’s catching up on your reading
or pedaling the road. Reconnect with family and loved ones as you take
in the beauty of nature and explore the activities of this working farm.
Totally
secluded from the world yet positioned centrally, one can comfortably explore
the surrounding areas of the Western Capes’Overberg - from Gansbaai and
Hermanus to Greyton. Savour the wines of the highly rated Hemel-en-Aarde
and Botriver region or float in the famous natural hot springs in Caledon,
a mere 20 minutes away. |
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Accommodation:
The
Lodge
Our
original self-catering stone Lodge accommodates up to six people, with
a loft above the fireplace offering an inviting sleeping area for two extra
children. Rustic yet with comfortable beds and crisp cotton linen, this
cosy Lodge overlooks a spring-fed dam and is half a kilometre away from
the new Villa, ensuring complete privacy. Features include a boma-style
enclosed barbecue/braai area, 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite)
and open-plan living area with stone fireplace. Being eco-friendly, there
is no electricity, however solar –powered lighting and plenty of candles
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The
Villa
Stylish
and sophisticated, our new self-catering Villa is beautifully decorated
with luxury touches, from fireplaces in two of the bedrooms to pure cotton
bed linen. Also overlooking a spring-fed dam, the villa accommodates up
to six guests in three expansive double bedrooms, each with an en suite
bathroom. Guests who need to connect with friends or work can make use
of wireless internet from the comfort of a sunlounger on the villa’s expansive
stoep. Being eco-friendly, there is no electricity, but sufficient solar-generated
power for charging cell phones, cameras, and laptops. |
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Catering
Although
self-catering, special arrangements can be made ahead of your visit for
self-service breakfast baskets. |
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on photos for a larger version
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Fly-fishing,
hiking, bird watching, swimming, mountain biking, relaxing.
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Explore
Farming activities - sheep shearing, fruit picking, wheat harvesting
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Whale
watching in Hermanus – 40 mins
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Visit
and taste Botriver and Hemel-en-Aarde Valley wine – 20 mins
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Restaurants
– Hemel en Aarde, Botriver, Dassiesfontein – 20 mins
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Caledon
Casino Hotel and Spa - 15 mins
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Shark
cage diving in Gansbaai – 50 mins
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Golf in
Caledon, Hermanus, Arabella – 15 – 40 mins
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The
Lodge
Sleeps
6 in 3 double bedrooms with 2 bathrooms
A
loft above the fireplace (sleeps two children)
Low
Season
R1200
per night for the lodge for up to 6 guests
*Additional
children sleeping in loft charged @ extra R100 per child per night
High
Season
R1600
per night for the lodge for up to 6 guests
*
Additional children sleeping in loft charged @ extra R100 per child per
night
Seasons
High
season 18 Dec 2009- 20 Jan 2010, Easter 2010, 11 June 2010-11
July 2010
Low
Season The rest of the Year
Make
a Booking Enquiry / Contact Us
The
Villa
Sleeps
6 in 3 double bedrooms with 3 ensuite bathrooms
Low
Season
R2000
per night for the villa for 6 guests
High
Season
R2300
per night for the lodge for 6 guests
Season
Dates
High
season 18 Dec 2009- 20 Jan 2010, Easter 2010, 11 June 2010-11
July 2010
Low
Season The rest of the Year
* Enquire
about midweek specials and special rates for couples.
Wood
may be purchased.
Booking
conditions
A
50% deposit is required to secure a reservation and the balance is payable
on arrival.
No
Pets allowed.
GPS
Location
34°17'11.14"S
19°20'54.37"E
DIRECTIONS
The
lodge is situated on Kempsrivier Farm. The closest town is Caledon.
From
Cape Town
Take
the N2. Go over the Houwhoek Pass; drive past Botriver and at the Dassiesfontein
Farm Stall (before Caledon) turn right, taking the Waboomskloof turn-off.
Travel on this gravel road for approximately 8km until you get to a T-junction
where you turn right and then, approximately 50m on, take the first left.
After
about 3km you will see the Kempsrivier Farm gates. Continue through the
gates and directly on to the main house (reception). From reception, continue
on the same road through the oaks and up the hill where, before the shed,
you will see a sign to the right directing you to the Lodge. Follow this
road for about 2km up to the Lodge.
From
Caledon
Turn
right at the silos (Cemetry Road) and drive past Superquick and the traffic
department. The road turns to gravel, take the left fork over the railway
line. Travel on this road for approximately 10km (past the farm Franskraal)
and turn left at the sign to the Lodge. After about 3km you will see the
Kempsrivier Farm gates.
Contact
us for a map.
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