Darling Lodge, Darling, Western Cape
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Telephone: +27 (0)22 492-3062, Facsimile: +27 (0)22 492-3665, Mobile: +27 (0)83 656-6670
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CATEGORIES: Accommodation in South Africa » South Africa Bed & Breakfast » South Africa Guest Houses » South Africa Honeymoons » DESCRIPTION: Darling Lodge was the first guesthouse to open in the gentle Darling valley some twenty years ago. The beautifully restored Victorian home is an oasis of peace and tranquillity in the middle of Darling, surrounded by enchanting hills which abound with unique flora and fauna stretching to the dunes of the West Coast, forming a core area of the Cape West Coast Biosphere within the Cape Floral Kingdom, the smallest and yet the most diverse. AccommodationDarling Lodge offers a harmonious blend of old and new reflecting the romantic name of the little town. The main house, the Victorian charm of which has remained in tact, has three individually decorated rooms. The more modern garden annex consists of three further generously appointed rooms with a vine covered patio overlooking the sparkling swimming pool. The rooms have very comfortable beds comprising of three doubles, one king and two twins and inviting crisp, white linen, they all have en suite bathrooms with choice of bath or shower. Each room bears the name of a local artist, whose work is on display and can be purchased. FacilitiesThe lush garden with its ancient pepper trees, fountain spraying water over blossoming roses, aloes, bougainvillea and mass of lavender with its heady fragrance, is another attraction to lift the senses out of the stress pit. All this the result of Mother Nature assisted by our own Suzy Venter who lovingly looks after the garden. Her main focus however is the well being of our guests. This begins with her famous breakfast and does not end with an excellent concierge service. She is ably assisted by our long serving friendly team. We offer secure off street parking, internet access, and a few select items in our in house boutique. We can accommodate small private functions up to 30 people. We are wheelchair friendly to a point. Children are welcome and we even cater for dogs. Dinner and lunch by prior arrangement. Activities and AttractionsAn eclectic offering of cosy cafes, restaurants, antique shops, art galleries and a book store can be found within walking distance of the Lodge, including "Evita se Perron" the theatre of the world renowned satirist Peter-Dirk Uys. A visit to the wineries of the Darling Wine and Art Experience, including Cloof, which also serves light lunches, Darling Cellars, Groote Post with the much loved restaurant Hilda's Kitchen and Ormonde / Alexanderfontein; an olive tasting at the local olive farm; spend a couple of hours experiencing the Spirit of the San on !Khwa ttu; or the Moravian Mission in Mamre. Attend annual events like The Darling Music Experience mid February- much more than a chamber music festival; the Darling Soap Box Derby and the ABSA Off Road 400 in March; the Passion Play on Easter Friday; "Christmas" in July at Evita se Perron and The Darling Story Telling Kuier in August which starts off the spring season with the Voorkamerfest, the Darling Wildflower and Duckitt Nursery Orchid Shows in September ending with Rocking the Daisies at Cloof. Not to forget: Whale watching, miles and miles of unspoiled beaches, hiking trails, bird watching and for the sport enthusiast; golf, bowls and tennis. But above all come for the warm hospitality of the Darling Lodge and our personal, friendly service. Yes, we have a pillow with your name on it! |
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DIRECTIONS: From Cape Town International Airport Take the N2 towards Cape Town and exit onto Vanguard Drive N7 north. This takes you past Epping and the Casino and Goodwood stay on the N7 direction Malmesbury. This should take about ¾-1 hour. In Malmesbury follow the signs to Darling R315 . You enter Darling on the Main Road .Follow the Darling Lodge sign at Spar into Pastorie Street. We are about 500 m up on the right hand side. From Cape Town Take the N1 direction Paarl. Take the Exit West Coast Paarden Eiland Which takes you through Milnerton, Table View and becomes the R27. You will pass Melkbos strand and Koeberg Powerstation Keep on straight north. After about 30 min you will reach the Yzerfontein/ Darling intersection. Turn right. When you come into Darling turn left onto Main Road. At Spar Supermarket turn right into Pastorie Street. We are about 500 m up on the right hand side. A slightly shorter route After passing Koeberg Power Station you can take a right turn at the Atlantis turn off this is the R307 and follow the signposts to Darling it is the old Darling road .watch out for potholes. Pastorie Street is then on your left side From the north From the N7 take the Darling turn off R 315 at Malmesbury From Velddrift ( R27) take the Darling turn off R315 at the Yzerfontein intersection. When you come into Darling turn left onto Main Road. At Spar turn right into Pastorie Street. We are about 600 m up on the right hand side. |
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