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Bastiaanskloof is situated in the historic and picturesque mountain pass of Bainskloof, one and a half hour’s drive from Cape Town. The 2500ha property contains over 800 species of fynbos trees, shrubs and plants and a wide range of fauna, including Leopard, Klipspringer, Black Eagles, Angulate Tortoises, African Clawless Otters, Giant Musk Shrews, Spectacled Doormice, Blackbacked Jackel and Cape Horseshoe bats, amongst others. Studies have been conducted on all flora and fauna and guests have access to this information as well as being able to spot few of these species themselves. During spring, fynbos flowers are a must see as the valley becomes a sea of purples and pinks and yellows. The property forms part of the Boland Mountain Complex in the Cape Floristic region, one of eight areas in South Africa designated by Unesco as World Heritage sites. Places as unique and diverse as the wilds of East Africa's Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Wall of China, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the Baroque Cathedrals of Latin America make up Unesco's World heritage sites. AccommodationFour cottages, two sleeping four, one sleeping six, and one sleeping two provide the base from which to explore the magnificent 2,500 ha property. All cottages are tastefully decorated in sympathetic natural tones in keeping with the environment and are fully equipped and towels are provided. Touches include good reading books and magazines and a collection of board games. Firewood is provided as are Weber braai's (BBQ). The cottages are the first phase of the Bastiaanskloof project. Coming into play by April 2009 is the first of our luxury lodges, sleeping six in three en-suite bedrooms. Although self catering, all properties will have access to the organic kitchen garden and key elements of the soon to be completed lodges include outdoor showers, a swimming pool in the extensive, indigenous landscaped garden and an outdoor cinema. The option of a 5 star full-service chef and full time butler will be available. Attractions and ActivitiesBastiaanskloof boasts access to spectacular mountain hikes and trails, allowing guests to hike previously unchartered mountain passes, past magical waterfalls and explore centuries old caves with historic paintings. There is also the option to hike the neighbouring Limietberg Nature Conservancy. Guests also have access to two main perennial rivers, the Witte River and the Bastiaanskloof river. Both of these rivers have beautiful waterfalls and natural pools and are still sparsely populated with indigenous Cape Galaxias, Cape Kurper and Breede River Redfin. Decks have been built along the Witte River allowing for lazy days lounging with lots of tanning and picnics, or swimming in the natural pools and watching the myriad birdlife and wildlife. ACCREDITATIONS
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