Greylingstad, Cosmos Country
Situated in the beautiful Mpumalanga region known as Cosmos Country (after the delicate flower called cosmos), Greylingstad may be small, but it has a rich history. Today, it is a growing farming community that has managed to maintain a laid-back pace and a peaceful vibe.
Greylingstad was officially established in 1909, when a number of forts were built in the mountains overlooking the town during the Boer War. The town was formally established by the Dutch Reformed Church, but these forts were built by the Scottish Rifles. By the 1950's and 1960's, it had grown into a successful farming community; where cattle, poultry, dairy and maize have continued to be produced to support the locals.
Today, visitors to Greylingstad can climb the steep kopje (a little hill) and see the ruins of the fortified campsite left behind by the British Army at the turn of the 20th century. This includes the tent lines, gun pits and stables; and is always a popular attraction for little ones or those with an interest in the past.
Greylingstad is just west of Standerton in Mpumalanga. Cosmos Country refers to the pretty area in the south-west of the province and, together with Standerton and Greylingstad, is also home to Bethal, Dalmas and Secunda. Greylingstad is almost four hours from Nelspruit and just over an hour's drive from Johannesburg and its international airport.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options

D'vine Guesthouse
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The Guest House
Situated in Standerton, The Guest House offers B&B accommodation in five rooms. The en-suite rooms are comfortably furnished with double bed and ...

19th on Bloekom
19th on Bloekom is a built in contemporary and comfortable style. The guest house provides guests with modern rooms, infused by nature, to give y...

4 Seam Guest House
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Welgelegen Manor
Located less than an hour's drive from the city of Johannesburg, Welgelegen Manor offers luxury accommodation within the heart of Cosmos countrys...

Die Kliphuis Homestead
Die Kliphuis Homestead is an elegant, sandstone homestead. Located in Standerton, in the heart of cosmos country, Die Kliphuis Hotel in Standerto...

Die Groen Koei Guesthouse
This luxurious guest house is situated in the heart of Cosmos Country in Bethal, Mpumalanga and boasts 20 comfortable en suite rooms, all with th...

Arum Lily Eloff
Arum Lily Eloff offers a romantic vibe for guests to enjoy a quiet weekend of luxury and romance. Arum Lily Eloff is a modern, colonial-style gue...

Perfek Stay
Perfek Stay Guesthouse offers executive accommodation in Secunda, Mpumalanga that is aimed at the business traveller and prides itself in contact...
Things to do in the area

Graceland Casino
Graceland Hotel Casino has an authentic South American feel. This exciting resort offers 378 gamng machines and 19 gaming tables. The atmosphere...
Noteworthy attractions

Graceland Golf Club
The Graceland Country Club in Secunda, Mpumalanga, rests only an hour and a half drive away from Johannesburg. The flat savannahs of Mpumalanga d...

Grootdraai Dam
Built in 1982 mainly to support the water needs of three Sasol petrol plants at Secunda, as well as a number of other power stations near the Oli...

Walker Park Golf Course
This is an 18-hole, par-72 course that is ideal for experienced golfers as well as for those that are just starting out. The backdrops are pretty...
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