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Within a decade, Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse has earned global renown as a romantic gourmet getaway. Nestled in the heart of the magnificent Kwazulu Natal Drakensberg mountains, this lodge is dedicated to sumptuous food and rustic luxury. With just 12 individually decorated rooms, each with their own unique character, the lodge offers a haven for those looking to break away from their fast-paced lives. Spend your days enjoying mountain walks, roaring log fires, 5 course dinners and time for relaxation and pampering.
Private unit with veranda overlooking natural wetland with glorious mountain views. Room includes double bed with spacious lounge, fireplace, tea & coffee making facilities, minibar, ceiling fan, TV, hairdryers, safe, electic blanket and heated towel rail
Room includes a King Size bed with spacious lounge, fireplace, his and hers bathroom tea & coffee making facilities, minibar, ceiling fan, TV, hairdryers, safe, electric blanket and heated towel rail
Slightly larger than the Standard Rooms, these double bed rooms have fireplaces, tea and coffee making facilities, mini bars, TV, electric blankets, heated towel rails, ceiling fans, safes and hairdryers.
Open plan sitting and bedroom area with en-suite bathroom and separate water closet. These rooms can be either a double or twin bedded room and have tea and coffee making facilities, mini bars, TV, electric blankets and towel rails, safes and hair dryers
This 94sqm cabin has recently been converted into a country chic cottage suitable for couples and families wanting a quiet getaway with only the sounds of the river flowing past. It is situated a kilometre from Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse – near to Richard and Mouse’s house.
Having its own private access allows guests to enjoy privacy, peace and solitude. The views are spectacular, looking directly onto the river with the soaring mountain rising above. It is surrounded by the World Heritage Site – the Highmoor section of the Giant’s Castle Nature Reserve.
Please note that this unit is totally separate from the hotel and its facilities. Guests are responsible for their own catering although they are welcome to book for meals at the hotel should there be space (no children at the Farmhouse under 12). Please note that this unit is not Pet Friendly.
Set high on the Little Mooi River – 1km from Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse – with
stunning views of the Drakensberg Mountains. Comfortably, it can
sleep up to 10 adults and 7 children (with various options of family units).
Those who wish to experience tranquillity, privacy and stunning scenery; The Homestead has it all .. and more. Hotel dining is available; bookings are however essential but unfortunately, cannot
be guaranteed.
Internet is available but please do note that we are in a rural area.
Each room is heated with a gas heater; there are wood fireplaces in the lounge and in
bedrooms 2 and 3.
We supply tea, coffee, milk and sugar for your arrival. Firewood is supplied
throughout your stay. Please bring everything else that you may need with regards
to food and alcohol. Normal toiletries and towels are supplied.
Please note, the Homestead is not Pet Friendly.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Restaurant, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Available Services
Credit Card Facilities
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Cycling, Fine Dining, Gourmet Picnic, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Walks (Self Guided)
Activities Nearby
Battlefield Tours, Bird Watching, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Fine Dining, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing, Golf, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Hot Air Ballooning, Mountain Biking, Scenic Flights, Tree-top Canopy Tours, Walks (Self Guided)
Walking
Highmoor Nature Reserve is 90% of our border and has just been declared a world heritage site because of its inherent beauty. It is a 10 minute drive from Cleopatra in a normal motor vehicle, you park your car at the top. There are three big Trout Dams up there stocked with Rainbow Trout. Wildlife includes Eland, Reedbuck, Oribi, Jackal, Serval, Rooikat, extensive birdlife and a huge diversity of flora.
Cleopatra is situated on 500 acres of rolling hills and walking trails are available on the property
Horse Riding
Horse riding is available 10 minutes drive down the road on the most beautiful Appaloosa horses. The rides are approximately 2½ hours in duration and they cater for in-experienced and experienced riders. Your horse ride will take you over rolling hills with the most beautiful scenery and the horses are well suited to all types of terrain.
Helicopter
We have a helicopter on standby, which will pick you up in our gardens and fly you over the Little Berg to Giants Castle. You will hover next to the Big Berg and fly over wildlife, rolling hills, rivers and land on top of the Little Berg for a glass of sparkling wine with Giants Castle in the back-ground. The flight is about ½ an hour in duration and a fantastic way of seeing Ukhahlamba (The Barrier of Spears).
Bushman Rock Art
Some of the rock art in the Drakensberg dates back over 3000 years. The best sighting in our area is at Kamberg (Little Berg), a 20 minute drive from Cleopatra and a 2 hour walk. Alternatively there is Rock Art at Giants Castle (Big Berg), a 45 minute drive, and a 45 minute walk with tours on the hour every hour from 09h00 – 15h00.
Fishing
Fishing is available at various time throughout the year, please speak to us about the best places to fish and the open seasons. Our rivers in this area are stocked with Brown Trout whereas the dams are stocked with Rainbow Trout. Fishing is available at Highmoor and Kamberg as well as our Little Mooi River on the property. You will need to bring your own equipment.
Sani Pass
There are trips to the top of the Pass with various tour companies. The tours leave at 9:00am from Underberg & returning at 4.00 p.m. Bookings must be made and there is a charge per person. You must take your Passport & lunch is available at a fee. It will take about 2.5 hours to get to Himeville so any early breakfast must be arranged.
Historical Tours
These tours are organised by Ron Gold, a very experienced guide in our area and very knowledgeable on the Battlefields, Rock Art Tours, Hiking and the Drakensberg region
Midlands Meander
There are 184 craft stops on the Midlands Meander, from woodturners, to potters, to cheesemakers, to weavers and much, much more.
Guides
We work with 3 Guides who are available for various day trips in Kamberg and surrounding areas.
Shane Bennitt does the following tours, but should there be something else you are interested in we can enquire with him or should you prefer, you can contact him directly:
Birding Meanders of the Midlands
Kwa-Zulu Natal has over 650 recorded species of birds, with the Natal Midlands offering some truly amazing and picturesque birding destinations. (Half & Full Day)
Highmoor/Kamberg Nature Reserve
This magnificent destination is renowned for its birding, scenic views, soaring basaltic buttresses, golden sandstone ramparts, rock pools, rolling high altitude grasslands, steep sided river valleys and rocky gorges. (Very early morning start) 1 Full Day
Photography In the Meanders
Every season the Midlands offers those keen photographers, some very special opportunities, be it in the heart of the Midlands, or visiting the magnificent Drakensberg range.
(Half & Full Day)
Booking in advance is essential.
shane@wlafrica.co.za
Deon Small – Small Berg Adventures. Berg Adventures offers professional guiding in the Kwa-Zulu Natal Okhahlamba Drakensberg Mountain Range and KZN Midlands. Trips will usually be multi-day hikes into the High Berg or could be just an overnight trip for first time hikers wanting to experience hiking for the first time. We have a range of standard trips to choose from or we can tailor make a hiking trip to suit your needs. Booking in advance is essential.
Please click on the website link to view all adventures on offer:
https://www.bergadventures.co.za/
Samson Miya - 12 years guiding experience. Trained academy of climbing & mountaineering and rescue team. Works at Cathedral Peak and does hikes at Giants.
Contact number 076 474 7930. Age 35
Dinner is a sumptuous 7 course affair with no effort or expense spared to give our guests a memorable dining experience. Richard talks you through every mouthful from pan to plate before you sit down to enjoy his creations, and he doesn’t mind telling you that Cleopatra’s food is all about the tastes, fun and passion that go into good country cooking!
Don’t forget to stay for breakfast, though. The unusual and exciting 3 courses are the icing on the cake of your flavourful time with us. We so look forward to your stay with us at Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse.
Fresh ingredients are essential, and being able to pick from the gardens minutes before serving is a real pleasure. For the most exotic tastes, Richard spends hours hunting down local and imported ingredients of the highest quality – flying in fresh salmon from Norway and procuring genuine Parma hams and cheeses from Italy.
A very new and exciting development at Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse is our Copper Pot Spa. For a while now our guests have been asking for this to happen and at last, we can offer this wonderful add-on for our guests to enjoy.
We have a professional in-house therapist who is qualified to pamper you with all the necessary treatments to relax or rejuvenate you. We are proud to stock the Esse range of products and treatments.
We are tucked away in the beautiful Kamberg Valley close to Giant’s Castle Nature Reserve, and all the normal mountain pursuits such as swimming, mountain hiking and scenic walks are available. Please ask when you arrive for our full seasonal range of activities on the farm and in the area. Below is an outline of what you can do on and around the hotel.
Mountain hikes & walks
Highmoor Nature Reserve makes up 90% of our border and has just been declared a world heritage site because of its inherent beauty. It is a 10 minute drive from Cleopatra in a normal motor vehicle, (cars can be parked at the top).
There are three big Trout Dams up there stocked with Rainbow Trout. Wildlife includes Eland, Reedbuck, Oribi, Jackal, Serval, Rooikat, extensive birdlife and a huge diversity of flora. Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse is situated on 500 acres of rolling hills and walking trails are available on the property as well.
Horse Riding
Horse riding in the Drakensberg is extremely popular and is available 10 minutes drive down the road on the most beautiful Appaloosa horses. The rides are approximately 2½ hours in duration and they cater for novice and experienced riders.
Your horse ride will take you over rolling hills with the spectacular mountain scenery and the horses are well suited to all types of terrain. For those whose taste runs more to thoroughbreds, Sue Armstrong does tours of the local race horse studs. Full and half day tours available. She does offer transport to and from Cleopatra.
Trout Fishing
Fishing is available all year round, so please speak to us about the best places to fish.
Our rivers in the area are stocked with Brown Trout whilst the dams are stocked with Rainbow Trout.
Fishing is available at Highmoor and Kamberg as well as our Little Mooi River on the property. Rods are available for hire from the Lodge.
The Berg by Helicopter
We have a helicopter on standby which will pick you up in our garden and fly you over the Little Berg to Giants Castle. You will hover next to the Big Berg and fly over wildlife, rolling hills, rivers and land on top of the Little Berg for a glass of sparkling wine with Giants Castle in the background.
The flight is about half an hour in duration and a fantastic way of seeing Ukhahlamba (The Barrier of Spears – the Zulu name for the Drakensberg mountains).
Bushman Rock Art
Some of the rock art in the Drakensberg dates back over 3000 years. The best sighting in our area is at Kamberg (Little Berg), a 20 minute drive from Cleopatra and a 2 hour walk.
Alternatively there is Rock Art at Giants Castle (Big Berg), a 45 minute drive, and a 45 minute walk with tours on the hour every hour from 09h00 – 15h00.
And much more ...
Our Copper Pot Coffee Shop is open from 11:00am - 15:00 daily, where scones and the cake of the day are served.
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Regrettably no children under the age of 12.
The Pioneer Room is where we serve our continental buffet breakfast with various hot options as well as our sumptuous 5 Course dinners.
Breakfast R225 per person
Dinner R625.00 per person
Bookings are essential and a 50% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
Regrettably no children under the age of 12.
