Meerhof, Hartbeespoort Dam
The pretty little suburb of Meerhof lies nestled on the east banks of Hartbeespoort Dam in the foothills of the Magaliesberg Mountains just 40 minutes from Johannesburg.
Not only does this ideal setting place Meerhof in an enviable position, but it also borders on a bird sanctuary providing an array of birds and promising a lazy weekend hideaway. Meerhof (meer means ‘lake’ in Afrikaans) not only provides effortless views of the body of water that is the dam - reminiscent of lake side living - and mountain, but it is also ideally placed for a weekend of water sports.
Hartebeespoort Dam is an exciting mix of sailing, water skiing, jet skis and wind surfers, and is usually a hive of activity over weekends.
There is no shortage of things to do, should you need to leave your hideaway in Meerhof. There are challenging hikes and enticing kloofs in the Magaliesberg mountains, a collection of local restaurants all around the dam, including Tan’ Malie se Winkle - practically an institution it’s been on the other side of the tunnel for so long (heading in the direction of the art and curio market), where you can eat a hearty traditional Afrikaans home-cooked breakfast.
Immediately around the dam there is a zoo and snake park, and a little further afield, take a cable car to the top of the Magaliesberg. From here there are incredible views of the dam and its surrounds and many make a day of it and take their picnics to the top, from which they can watch numerous para-gliders and hangliders descend into the valley below.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Hollybrooke Farms
Hollybrooke Farms offer accommodation in two thatched roofed, self catering chalets or the farmhouse. Situated in the Skeerpoort Valley on the ba...
Koraalboom @ Benlize Lodge
Koraalboom is a self-catering holiday home offering accommodation in Broederstroom at Benlize Lodge. Our rustic lodge is nestled on top of a hill...
The Mansion Lodge
The Mansion Lodge offers accommodation in Schoemansville, Hartbeespoort, offering guests a relaxing getaway with views of the magnificent Hartbee...
Kosmos Manor
Named after the quant neighborhood that it stems from, Kosmos Manor on the banks of the Hartebeespoort Dam consists of 6 beautifully appointed ro...
Lesego Guesthouse
Located in Schoemansville (one of the oldest suburbs of Hartbeestpoort Dam), Lesego Holiday Home is a guest house with beautiful views of the gar...
Palm Valley Inn Harties
Palm Valley Inn offers accommodation in privately owned holiday flats situated in Schoemansville, Hartbeespoort Dam. The apartments are open-plan...
ThatchView
ThatchView offers accommodation in a selection of apartments in Schoemansville. From here you are close to many wonderful attractions and plenty ...
Little Swift Chalets
Little Swift Chalets is situated in the Skeerpoort Valley and overlooked by the majestic Magaliesberg Mountain Range. Intimate and romantic self-...
The Blue Crane Villa
Nestled in the tranquil beauty of Hartbeespoort, The Blue Crane Villa offers peaceful accommodation and secluded privacy in a luxurious combinati...
Things to do in the area
Bill Harrop's Balloon Safaris
If you’re going to do it, do it in unassailable style with the acclaimed best in South Africa. Top class sunrise flights depart from Harrop's new...
Jasmyn Plaasprodukte
South African farm stalls really are something special; known for their fresh produce and indulgent delights. Jasmyn Plaasprodukte (translating t...
Noteworthy attractions
Magalies Park Golf Club
Magalies Park golf course is an 18-hole course designed by Loutjie van Aswegen. Here, the total length of the course is a men's 5 864m and a ladi...
Pecanwood Golf Club
Pecanwood Golf and Country Club is situated on the southern shore of the Hartbeesport Dam in the North West Province, en route to Sun City and no...
Lesedi Cultural Village
Lesedi, which is seSotho for ‘light’, was initiated in 1995 as a tourist attraction and today features five traditional dwellings, each represent...
Cheetah Conservation & Research Centre
The Cheetah Conservation & Research Centre also known as The Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre facility has gained international recognition for bringin...
Lion & Safari Park
If you are pressed for time, or your trip does not include a journey to one of the major game reserves in South Africa, then it follows that you ...
Silkaatsnek Nature Reserve
The 17 000 hectare privately owned Silkaatsnek Nature Reserve lies in the foothills of the Magaliesberg in the North West province, between Brits...
Margaret Roberts Herbal Centre
Margaret Roberts is a brand that has long been associated with herbs, tinctures, herbal, food and health products in South Africa. The Margaret R...
Pelindaba Visitor Centre
South African Nuclear Energy Corporation's flagship facility, Pelindaba, lies in the midst of Hartbeespoort's hills, home to the Safari-1 reactor...
Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve
The Magaliesberg is the second oldest mountain range in the world, almost 100 times older than Mount Everest, and half the age of the earth. It i...
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