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Palmswift B&B
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011
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PalmSwift B&B is in the picturesque village of Winterton, which is situated in the Central Drakensberg area. It is called the PalmSwift Guesthouse as there is an enormous palm at the entrance of the house in which these particular swifts nest. The first thing people comment on, on entering the property is the incredible number of trees and their amazing size. Although the garden does not have many flowering plants and shrubs at the moment, the greenery and shade provide an atmosphere of tranquility and the feeling of being out in the country
The house is large and has 3 bedrooms available at the moment. The Blue Room has 2 single beds, a small sitting room looking onto a section of the garden and its own bathroom with a bath, shower, toilet and basin. The Green Room has a queen bed and a small sitting room. It also has it s own outside entrance. The Peach room has 2 single beds and is spacious. The Green and Peach rooms share a bathroom that has a shower, toilet and basin. At present, none of the bedrooms have their own TV or radio. The rooms are colourful but simply and tastefully furnished.
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Spionkop Lodge
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011
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Experience an unmatched gateway at SpionKop Lodge which is set against the backdrop of the majestic Drakensburg mountains, on the Kwazulu-Natal battlefields route.
Situated on an expansive 700 hectare game farm, SpionKop Lodge is the perfect base for exploring the berg, bush, birds, and battlefields of the region. The lodge offers visitors an awesome sense of space and beauty, supreme comfort and warm hospitality.
The turn of the century farmhouse has been beautifully restored in Natal colonial style. The converted barn now forms the magnificent dining room that boasts spectacular views. Guests can savour fine cuisine and excellent service whilst appreciating the African landscape and battlefield.
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The Bridge Lodge
Thursday, July 14th, 2011
The Bridge Lodge
Situated in the Lovely tourist town of Winterton, central for business travellers.
Close to all the resorts and activities, this hotel offers relaxing accommodation and good food.
Pub and restaurant on premises. Cater for small functions. Halfway between Gauteng and Durban.
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The Swallow’s Nest
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
The Swallows Nest B&B
The Swallow’s Nest is an attractive Guest House with a garden cottage set in landscaped gardens on the outskirts of Winterton village opposite the Country Club.
The Swallow’s Nest offers close proximity to the Central and Northern Drakensberg resorts.
Durban is a 2½ hour drive and Johannesburg 3½ hours It is an an ideal halfway stop when travelling to or from Durban.
Swallows Nest is fifteen minutes away from Spioenkop Dam, with its nature reserve featuring many different bird species and game, horse riding and water sports.
Tours can be arranged to the Tugela/Vaal Hydro Electric scheme on the Tugela River.
During day trips to the berg resorts, guests may take in the breathtaking scenery, hike in the mountains, make use of the three golf courses in the area, or cast for trout in the rivers or at the Cathedral Peak Trout Hatchery.
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Tugela River Lodge
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
Tugela River Lodge
Looking for an affordable destination for a group of 5 or more of you? Tugela River Lodge will offer you and your friends the privacy you need on a private game farm amongst spectacular thornveld countryside. The lodge is perched on the banks of the Tugela River, offering you magnificent views of Spionkop and the Berg
When you book, the entire TUGELA RIVER LODGE becomes exclusively yours. It sleeps a total of 18 and comprises 3 separate thatch cottages. Each cottage sleeps 4, has its own bathroom, fireplace and sundeck. The central entertainment area consists of a lounge, dining room, kitchen, pub and three additional bedrooms.
We have guided walks, a 4X4 trail, fishing, canoeing, and mountain biking. Bird enthusiasts will enjoy a large variety of bush and water birds, peace and tranquility.
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Winterton Museum
Wednesday, July 13th, 2011
The Natal Drakensberg is one of South Africa’s most outstanding attractions, which draws hundreds of thousands of visitors annually to its scenic beauty, crisp mountain air and crystal clear waters.
Winterton Museum
Midst this beautiful area lies the Winterton Museum. It was officially opened in 1993 by Mrs Sheila Henderson and is certainly worth a visit. This is a community museum and represents living history, telling the story of the people in the area, both past and present.
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