Baviaanskloof Lodge - Country House
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Situated only 2km before you enter the main eastern gate of the Baviaanskloof in Cambria, when entering from the Patensie side, lies our quaint establishment, in what we would like to call paradise. Baviaanskloof Lodge - Country House, offers "comfortable country accommodation". We are the only establishment with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast, making our hospitality unique in the area.
With our private en-suite rooms we are able to accommodate a total of up to 10 guests sharing, in 4 different rooms. Our cozy air-conditioned communal living- and dining area are open to all guests, with a generously stocked fridge in our honesty bar with a small variety of beer, soft drinks, ciders, wine, whiskey, brandy, etc.
In Room Facilities:* FREE WIFI
* Private en-suite bathroom (shower only)
* In-shower luxurious shampoo and body wash
* En-suite toilet (including toilet paper)
* Mountain- and garden views
* Spacious rooms, comfortably furnished
* Comfortable beds
* High quality Egyptian cotton linen
* Fresh towels daily
* Tea- & Coffee making facilities
* Rooms are serviced daily by our trustworthy staff and lastly, each room is equipped, either with a ceiling- or freestanding fan in summer and extra blankets in winter.
The major attraction is the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve and Wilderness Area comprising of approximately 300 000 ha. of unspoiled natural beauty which offers a unique and memorable wilderness experience.
Other popular attractions on our farm is the magnificent specimen of Outoniqua Yellowwood who's age is dated to be in excess of 800 years (BIGGEST TREE IN THE BAVIAANS).
An ancient cycad (also on our farm) believed to be more than 3 000 years can be found (trail starts at Baviaanskloof Lodge - duration +/- 60min) at the top of the towering viewpoint offering a panoramic 360' view over the Cambria valley dominated by the majestic 1561 m. high Mac Mountain in the North-East. Any nature lover's dream!
A copy of the Baviaanskloof Bird Checklist can be obtained from the tourist information office situated at the Baviaanskloof Lodge or can be requested via e-mail : info@baviaanskloof.net
BBQ facilities in the garden, well shaded garden with endemic plants and trees, intimate meeting/banquet facility, emergency shuttle service (surcharge), airport shuttle (surcharge), communal lounge with DSTv, communal dining room, designated smoking area, 24-hour front desk, babysitting/child services and honesty bar in lounge.
*** Due to popular demand we now only have a standard set menu, however special diet menu on request, can be arranged if vegetarian, etc.
*** Exclusive 4x4 Day Trips available when staying for 2 nights or more - should be booked, well in advance, through our online booking channel or via e-mail : info@baviaanskloof.net
Attractions:With its World Heritage Site Status, the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve is home to the biggest wilderness area in the country and is also one of the eight protected areas of the Cape Floristic Region.
The Baviaanskloof Mega-Reserve covers 200km of unspoiled, rugged mountainous terrain with spectacular landscapes hosting more than a thousand different plant species, including the Erica and Protea families and species of ancient cycads.
Seven of South Africa’s eight biomes are represented within the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve – Fynbos, Forest, Grassland, Succulent Karoo, Nama-Karoo, Subtropical Thicket and Savanna.
The Cambria valley, boxed in by the magnificent Baviaans and Kouga mountain ranges, forms the gateway to the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve and Wilderness Area. The name Cambria, apparently Welsh for the country of Wales, was bestowed on the area by an earlier visitor who was struck by its resemblance to his homeland. The area with it's pristine natural forests, fynbos and valley bushveld, offers excellent eco-recreational opportunities.
The Cambria area in the Baviaanskloof offers excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation activities. Some of the most popular include, Mountain Hiking, Mountain Biking, Bird Watching, Game Viewing, Nature Walks and 4x4 Trails.
This magnificent reserve is a must-see for all nature and adventure enthusiasts.
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| Property Type | Bed and Breakfast, Holiday Home, Backpackers, Guest Lodge, Guest Farm, Self Catering, Hotel |
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| Check-in after | 02:00 PM |
| Check-out before | 10:00 AM |
| Cancellation Policy | No Refund |
| Can Be Used For | Film Location, Still Shoots, Wedding |
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Reviews
The lodge is in a very good spot to navigate the Baviaans Nature Reserve. It is very remote, so make sure you bring lots to entertain yourself, as there is no entertainment at the lodge. The hostess was extremely helpful and we were well fed.
Heerlike rustige en goeie akkommodasie om vroegoggend met jou toer deur die Baviaanskloof te begin.
Wonderful friendly family who made our stay memorable. The trip out in the 4X4 was wonderful and Estie took great care and my wife was very appreciative of the careful driving. We would recommend a stop here to our friend if they were to come to South Africa.
From the first encounter via the booking email to handing over of our keys we really did have a pleasant experience. We were very impressed by the excellent food and the cleanliness of your lodge. We also absolutely loved the stories and advice given to us by our hostess! Thank you.
Well located, clean and comfortable guest accommodation, especially for visitors with a long approach who are entering the Baviaanskloof from the east. Reservation was made directly with establishment and booking was handled efficiently.
AMAZING food and hospitality in the heart of the Baviaanskloof.
Awesome service, lovely stay!
We had a wonderful stay here. Personnel is very helpful en friendly, the rooms are spacious and the food is great (especially in the evening). We had a normal car so couldn’t further enter the Baviaanskloof by ourselves, but they arranged an individual 4x4 tour for us, which was great!
The story of how a quaint farmhouse in the mountains became a lodge. The setting is picture perfect. Hans Christiaan Anderson could have written about the lovely hosts! I found real country hospitality, friendly staff and a home away from home. Clean rooms and great quality beds. Farm-style cooking every night. The chicken dish is to-die-for and real pumpkin-pie with cinnamon is served. The trip over Bergplaas to Doodsklip was breathtakingly beautiful. The guide excellent and the light lunch very welcome. The staff really know the area and what to lookout for. This is my new house in the mountains. Thank you for a wonderful time.
We’ve spend our night before going into Baviaanskloof in the lodge. The location is amazing and the view is great. The garden offers good rest before driving over the bumpy roads. The owner was very nice and discussed breakfast time with us. The dinner was amazing and the pumpkin pie is to die for. Would definitely recommend this to anyone traveling the Kloof from this side.
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