Pilgrims Rest Cottages Accommodation
Pilgrims Rest Reviews
The tranquility and the peace in the area. The friendly people. The drive into Pilgrim Rest was lovely.
It is quiet in Pilgrims Rest.
We enjoyed the "old" in Pilgrims Rest.
More info about Pilgrims Rest
A village proclaimed in its entirety as a national monument and a living museum, Pilgrim’s Rest in the Mpumalanga Province of South Africa gives the visitor an insight into the gold rush era of the 1870s. The place is filled with stories of characters and legends borne of that time, and several historic buildings have retained their original design. The standout feature is the number of corrugated iron buildings, the largest of which is the town hall.
The origins of the name are unclear, however, a popular story goes that a prospector who had found gold shouted ‘The pilgrim is at rest!’ and the name Pilgrims Rest stuck.
Pilgrims Rest lies on the Panorama Route, a breathtakingly beautiful ramble that begins in Nelspruit to the south and ends in Hoedspruit, near to the Kruger National Park.
A visit to Pilgrims Rest is a must; the town is truly unique and a welcome change from the... Show more
About Cottages
Guests escape the noise and bustle of lodges by opting to stay in either fully self-catering or bed and breakfast cottages. Self-catering cottages are a home away from home and come fully equipped with everything guests need. Most self catering cottages also come with a cleaning service, Dstv, and a private patio/entertainment area. Guests who opt for bed and breakfast cottages enjoy their own private patio/entertainment area, luxury amenities, Dstv, and cleaning service. There is often a small kitchenette, if guests wish to do a little cooking, and a relaxing lounge area. Cottages are ideal for families, small groups of friends and couples wishing for a more private retreat.