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Description:
Reedsdell is a working organic farm nestling on the lower foothills of the Drakensberg mountains, north of Mosheah`s Ford. The farm is in 1100 hectare of picturesque mountain terrain & crystal clear streams. The area provides a diverse range of outdoor activities some of which are fly fishing, horse trails, quad trails, 4x4 trails and day walks.
The Guest Farm is a comfortable sandstone farmhouse with beautiful grounds & magnificent views that invite you to just sit and relax or take a casual stroll to experience the nature around you.
Challenging mountain terrain provides exciting activities for the more adventurous spirits. Situated 300m from the Joggem river, it is ideally placed for the fly fisherman, with a variety of activities for the rest of the family to enjoy.
Three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (main bedroom en-suite) with a lounge & dining room provide comforts for a pleasing stay. The open fireplace, solid fuel heater & electric blankets ward off the winter cold. Meals provided. Sleeps up to 10 persons
A lovingly restored stone barn, Stable Cottage is the epitome of a mountain retreat. The delightful & tastefully decorated cottage is fully equipped for self-catering with a kitchen / dining room, lounge, 1 double & 1 twin bedroom and 1� bathrooms. The open fireplace and wall-mounted heaters add to the cosy atmosphere in winter when snow is often seen on the mountain peaks (and on the ground!) from the comfort of the lounge. The cottage is serviced and meals provided on request. Sleeps from 4-6 persons.
4x4 trails: A spectacular drive from Telle bridge through to Lundean�s Nek on good gravel road brings you to Reedsdell. Trails are guided, ranging from easy to very difficult. Pre-trail assessments are done before beginning a trail.
Quad-bike & scrambler trails: Bring your own bikes for rides of a lifetime. Chris is an experienced Roof of Africa rider who assesses your ability and tailors the trail accordingly. Trails are guided and range from easy to difficult & technically challenging.
Horse trails: The best way to explore. There are 2 horses available to ride. Embark on the exciting Rhebuck trail with challenging mountain terrain or opt for a more leisurely ride around the farm. Trails are guided.
Fish wild trout in the crystal clear Joggem River and Edgehill stream. Access to other rivers in the area can be arranged. A river guide is available on request. botany & nature walks
The Drakensberg is a birder�s paradise. Take in the lovely sight of the Lammergeier or Black Eagle, stop to watch the Jackal Buzzard looking for prey or admire the elegance of the Crested Crane in the sunset. Wildflowers abound after the first summer rains -�wild agapanthus put on a fantastic display as do the ericas, gladioli, orchids and red hot pokers. These you can view within an easy walk from the farmhouse. For the more energetic, longer walks are teeming with hidden rewards. Take a packed picnic to enjoy at the river along your walk.
Greywing Shooting & Hunting:
The North Eastern Cape Drakensberg is home to an abundance of Francolinus africanus (Greywing Francolin) and Numida meleagris (Guinea Fowl). Reedsdell offers classic hunts for the dedicated wingshooter in pristine environments in the winter months of May � July. Packages include comfortable accommodation, meals, guiding fees & bag limit. Chris has 10 years experience in guiding shoots and is well qualified in the practical aspects of Wingshooting as well as the habits of the quarry. He uses two disciplined English Pointers. Hunting is strictly selective and environment-friendly, preventing over-utilisation. The mountainous terrain provides for some exciting moments in the spirit of fair chase and wingshooters need to be fit to keep up with the pace. Min 3 guns, max 4 guns. Bring your own drinks. Partners welcome. Blesbok & Mountain Rhebuck hunting is also available.
Price Info:
Rates for 2009
Summer Winter
Adult U/12 yrs Adult U/12 yrs
Reedsdell Farmhouse
Dinner, B&B R365.00 R255.50 R405.00 R283.50
B&B R230.00 R161.00 R310.00 R217.00
Stable Cottage
Self-catering R200.00 R140.00 R250.00 R175.00
Dinner, B&B R415.00 R290.50 R465.00 R325.50
B&B R280.00 R196.00 R330.00 R231.00
Lunch R 50.00 R 35.00 R 50.00 R 35.00
Activities
4x4 trails R 800 guide fee Per day
Motorbike trails R 800 guide fee Per day
Flyfishing R 50.00 Per rod per day
Wingshooting R 3795.00 Per gun per package
Guided walks R 55.00 half day R110.00 full day
Packed picnics R 60.00 Per person
Discounts:
· Children under 12 YEARS – qualify for a 30% discount
· Children under 2 YEARS – qualify for a 100% discount
· Pensioners – qualify for a 10% discount on above rates
· Groups – groups of 10 adults or more receive a 10% discount on the
Reedsdell Farmhouse rate, with the organiser receiving free accommodation
(1 organiser for 10-19 pax, 2 organisers for 20 plus pax)
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| Barkly East, Eastern Cape| In-Room Facilities: | Hair Dryer
Heating in Room
Honeymoon Suite(s)
Housekeeping
Kitchen Equipped
Microwave
No Smoking rooms
Pets Allowed on request
Satellite TV
Self-Catering facilities
Tea/Coffee facilities in room
TV
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| On-Site Facilities: | Email Facilities
Farm Stay
Fax Facilities
Gift Shop
Laundry Facility
Pet Friendly
Play Ground
Safe Available
Swimming River/Dam/Sea
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| Close-By Facilities: | Birdwatching
Fishing - River
Game Hunting
Golf
Hiking Trails
Horse Riding
Mountain Bikes or Trails
Private Airstrip/Landing strip
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