River Crossing B&B and SC, Champagne Valley, KwaZulu Natal
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Telephone: +27 (0)82 495-0912, Facsimile: +27 (0)86 501-1432, Mobile: +27 (0)82 495-0912
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CATEGORIES: Accommodation in South Africa » Self Catering Villas & Holiday Houses » South Africa Bed & Breakfast » South Africa Guest Houses » South Africa Honeymoons » South Africa Self Catering » DESCRIPTION: River Crossing is set on 100 acres of land with magnificent, panoramic views of the lush farmlands of the Champagne Valley and the mountains, Cathkin Peak and Champagne Castle. Situated in the Central Drakensberg, which forms part of the World Heritage Site. River Crossing is bounded by both the Mtoti and the Sterkspruit Rivers and local reedbuck and duiker, which are frequently spotted, take their refuge in the surrounding riverine vegetation. Our stylish, luxurious and romantic dιcor, combined with great value for money, has made us a favourite destination for honeymoon couples, wedding guests, golfers, international and local tourists and also conference delegates who attend conferences at nearby hotels such as Drakensberg Sun or Champagne Sports Resort. AccommodationA total of 14 bedrooms (all bedrooms have en-suite bathroom with shower except 1 has a bath) sleeping 28 to 30 guests split as follows: Villa Adamo (2 double bedrooms in total) Home of Dr Ernest & Michelle Adams, your hosts, offers 2 double B&B bedrooms with en-suite bathroom/shower, small fridge, DSTV with hotel bouquet, private Patio door and under floor heating. 1 Bedroom has Queen Size bed and the other bedroom has twin beds which can convert to King size. Villa Toscana (4 double bedrooms in total) Each with small fridge, DSTV hotel bouquet, private patio door and under floor heating. Accommodation can be used as 4 individual B&B (each bedroom private patio door) or the full villa to one party. It has a fully equipped kitchen and open plan lounge/dinette with fireplace. 3 Bedrooms have Queen Size beds and the 4th bedroom has twin beds which can convert to King size. Villa Venezia (4 double bedrooms in total) This villa can be configured to provide separate units comprising either 1, 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms and each unit will have own private open plan lounge/dinette/kitchenette (fully equipped) with DSTV in the lounge. 2 bedrooms are air-conditioned and others have floor fans. Mobile braai facility available. All bedrooms are en-suite with shower. Villa Romanza (4 double bedrooms in total) Newest villa which comprises 4 en-suite bedrooms with shower, except one has a bath instead and ideal for honeymooners. This villa can be configured to provide separate units comprising either 1, 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms and each unit will have own private open plan lounge/dinette/kitchenette (fully equipped) with DSTV in the lounge. Mobile braai facility available. Breakfast OptionsThere is an option to include breakfast in all types of accommodation offered. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided for guests staying on a Bed and Breakfast basis. Multi-purpose LapaSet behind the swimming pool, it has a magnificent panoramic view of the mountains and surrounding areas. Fully enclosable it has an open fireplace. Uses of the Lapa include; Breakfast venue for B&B guests Wedding venue - all equipment and catering has to be brought in by the wedding planners / organizers. Conditions apply. Table tennis and darts for relaxation. Activities Fishing in our two very small dams and two rivers on the farm Bird-watching Small game spotting River walks Mountain biking Swimming in sparkling pool Relaxing on sun-beds in the Lapa Dr Ernest and Michelle Adams enjoy making their guests feel at home and this as well as the amazing views and sense of peace and tranquility are regular comments in our guest book. Nearby attractions Drakensberg Boys Choir School regular Wednesday concerts during term Champagne Sports Resort - a favourite destination for golf being a premier South African course Great hiking options at nearby Monks Cowl Nature Reserve and about an hour away from Cathedral Peak and Didima, where you can view Bushmen rock paintings in caves, by arrangement Our many international guests take day trips from our centrally placed B&B to experience the Amphitheatre and Chain ladder at Royal Natal National park and also the Thukela Falls, one of the 4 highest falls in the world Adrenaline junkies have fun at nearby 4 River Rafting where they enjoy quad biking, abseiling, zip-lining, white water rafting, mountain boarding and archery Horse Riding Trails take you either through forests or over hill and dale and along streams. Spioenkop Nature Reserve is also great for horse-riding amongst the game animals such as rhino, wildebeest, giraffe, kudu etc Learn about the Boer, Brit and Zulu wars and view nearby Battlefield sites and memorials Variety of restaurants and coffee shops where you can have light meals, mega buffets, A la carte meals or delicious waffles and cakes. Do not miss trying out the mouth-watering trout which is a favourite in our area Helicopter flips, landing up on our nearby mountains (where you can sip champagne) has provided our guests with great opportunities for marriage proposals or other celebrations! Falcon Ridge outdoor Bird Show has delighted all of our guests who have seen it Tourist Centre nearby with comprehensive information Two convenience shops nearby and a petrol bollard Drakensberg Tree Top Canopy Tours Spa and beauty treatments nearby |
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DIRECTIONS: FROM JOHANNESBURG: Route A. (freeway route) From Johannesburg International Airport take the road to Johannesburg Take the left turn at the sign N3 South (Durban / Germiston) Follow the N3 towards Durban Go through the main Tugela Plaza do not turn off at the Plaza. Take the first off-ramp after the Tugela Toll Plaza and then turn left towards Ladysmith. (Note currently roadworks with a delay of 20 minutes. Another option is to turn right to Bergville and at Bergville turn left to Winterton and continue as per instructions from *** below) After approx 4km take a right turn to Winterton on the R600 ***In Winterton opposite the Engen garage, take the R600 Central Berg road you will go over a railway line Approximately 13km you will pass through a crossroad junction and on your left is the Thokosiza curio / shopping / information centre / restaurant, well worth a pop-in for lunch Approximately 5km thereafter you will see signs for signs 'Cayley Lodge' and Bell Park Dam. Turn right here onto the D53 Approximately 3km you cross a river and shortly thereafter again a Cayley Lodge sign to the right which take onto the D277 Shortly after turning, cross over another river and approximately 200 yards on the left you will see a smallish white sign for River Crossing. Turn left onto the dirt road. Unless you have been given other arrival instructions, please continue to the 2nd villa at which please hoot or call Michelle Adams on 0824950912 or 0761805400 to escort you to your accommodation Route B - Scenic route from Joburg (Not recommended at this time and certainly not in wet or freezing conditions and note that there are roadworks and delays of approximately half hour on this route for the foreseeable future) N3 Johannesburg towards Durban. At Harrismith take the N5 off-ramp then turn right towards Bethlehem / Bloemfontein. After approx 5km turn left onto the R712 Qwa-Qwa / Bergville road. After approx 10km turn left again onto R74 Bergville / Oliviershoek pass road. NB.Take care as there are pot holes. Pass by Sterkfontein Dam, Oliviershoek Pass, Bergville towards Winterton. In Winterton opposite the Engen garage, take the R600 Central Berg road you will go over a railway line Approximately 13km you will pass through a crossroad junction on your left is the Thokosiza curio / shopping / information centre / restaurant well worth a pop-in or lunch Approximately 5km thereafter you will see signs for signs 'Cayley Lodge' and Bell Park Dam. Turn right here onto the D53 Approximately 3km you cross a small bridge / river and shortly thereafter again a Cayley Lodge sign to the right which take onto the D277 Shortly after turning, cross over another river and approximately 200 yards on the left you will see a smallish white sign for River Crossing. Turn left onto the dirt road. Unless you have been given other arrival instructions, please continue to the 2nd villa at which please hoot or call Michelle Adams on +27 (0)82 495-0912 or +27 (0)76 180-5400 to escort you to your accommodation FROM DURBAN: Route A. (Shorter but many speed bumps, goats / cattle / people along Loskop section) N3 to JHB. Take offramp at Estcourt North (no other). At intersection of offramp, take left hand turn to Loskop Approximately 26km onwards take a left hand turn onto the R600. Once you have turned, you will see the Thokosiza shopping centre / curio / restaurant/info office on your left.* Approximately 6km past Thokosiza you will see signs for 'Cayley Lodge' and Bell Park Dam. Turn right here onto the D53 Approximately 3km along the D53 you cross a small bridge / river and shortly thereafter, again a sign Cayley Lodge. Turn right onto the D277 Shortly after turning right, cross over another bridge / small river and approximately 200 yards on the left you will see a smallish green / white signboard for River Crossing. Turn left onto the dirt road. Unless you have been given other arrival instructions, please continue to the 2nd villa at which please hoot or call Michelle Adams on +27 (0)82 495-0912 or +27 (0)76 180-5400 to escort you to your accommodation B. (Longer with few speedbumps) N3 pass by Shell Ultra City and take next EXIT 194 the Winterton / Bergville / Colenso (R74) off ramp and turn left to Winterton which is about 20km away In Winterton opposite the Engen garage, take the R600 Central Berg road you will go over a railway line Approximately 13 km you will pass through a crossroad junction. On your left is the Thokosiza curio / shopping / information centre / restaurant, well worth a pop-in or lunch * Continue directions as for option A above MAP: Available at: http://www.sa-venues.com/visit/rivercrossing/map.php |
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