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Description:
Waaigras Cottage in Hills and Dales, north-west of Johannesburg, overlooks the rolling grasslands of the Rhenosterspruit Nature Conservancy which straddles the Jukskei, Crocodile and Hennops Rivers south of the Schurveberg range.
The cottage has six beds in all, with an option of king-size beds or singles. It has one en-suite bedroom plus a two-bedroom family unit, also en-suite. The two units are separated by a sitting-cum-dining room and kitchen. Waaigras is never let to separate groups at the same time - your privacy is respected. (There are extra beds in the main house for workshops and retreats.)
The sitting-cum-dining room leads onto two shady patios. Braai equipment is available. The spacious kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering. Tea, coffee, salt and sugar are provided. Fresh herbs can be picked in the gardens. There is extra freezer space if needed. Dishcloths, detergent, gloves and potholders are there for your use.
Bed linen, towels and soap are supplied. For your individual comfort you have a menu of pillows and blankets to choose from: feather, hollow fibre or Saratoga (buckwheat) pillows, summer or winter duvets, mohair, medium or summer weight blankets. Free extras: tissues, hand cream, bath foam, shampoo. Also nail brushes, make-up mirror, full-length mirrors and hotwater bottles for chilly winter nights. (Or cuddle up in a mohair blanket.)
The cottage is equipped with ceiling fans, heaters and mosquito repellers, radio alarm clocks and a portable radio/CD/cassette player. Cleaning services are arranged according to your needs. Additional help and laundry services will be charged separately.
For those who prefer to snuggle in bed with a good book, we have hundreds to choose from. And gardeners are welcome to take slips, seed and cuttings or just wander through the Wild Garden. Music lovers can bring their own CDs or take their pick from ours.
There is no TV (voted out by guests!)
It is situated about 30 kms from northern Johannesburg and from Pretoria. This is a place for connecting with yourself, space and silence - not recommended if you crave entertainment and activity! A good place for "chilling out".
Rambling walks or hikes (up to nine kilometres) can be taken through the lush Bankenveld grasslands and the views stretching in every direction are a balm to the soul. During the day the korhaan's raspy call echoes over the veld and in the evenings the night birds, frogs and jackals take over. The cloudscapes are beautiful and the sunsets are often stunning. A bird list is available - 300+ bird species have been spotted in the Reserve. For the more energetic there is a floodlit volleyball court.
Note: There are no shops in the vicinity, so bring all you need. If you forget something crucial, we'll help you out.
For details of the Conference Centre, contact us. It seats 30+ cinema style, but tables and chairs can be arranged to suit your need for a workshop.
Price Info:
Rates: From: R250.00 pppn(sharing), minimum 2 nights,
min 2 persons.
One night only: R275.00 pppn.
One person only: R295 pppn
Children under 12yrs: R150.00.
Children under 5years: No charge.
Groups, workshops, etc - contact us for rates.
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| Lanseria, GautengAddress:
Rhenosterspruit Nature Conservancy
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| In-Room Facilities: | Fans in Room
Heating in Room
Kitchen Equipped
No Smoking rooms
Self-Catering facilities
Tea/Coffee facilities in room
Toiletries Provided
Wake up calls arranged
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| On-Site Facilities: | BBQ / Braai
Conference Facilities
Laundry Facility
Private Entrance
Safe Available
Volleyball
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| Close-By Facilities: | Airport
Birdwatching
Horse Riding
Mountain Bikes or Trails
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