Schoemanskloof Self Catering at Mountain Pondokkie in the Highlands Meander
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  • Property TypeHouse
  • Guests8
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2
  • Minimum Stay1-2 Nights

Mountain Pondokkie is a highly recommended property for self catering in Schoemanskloof for up to 8 guests visiting the Highlands Meander region.

About Mountain Pondokkie

Mountain Pondokkie is an old stone cottage, originating from around 1900 in the beautiful valley of Schoemanskloof on the Falls Fish Farm. This Mpumalanga accommodation is an ideal getaway for nature lovers and those keen on activities like birding, hiking and mountain biking.

Self Catering Accommodation

Mountain Pondokkie is a self catering cottage sleeping six comfortably, eight at a squeeze.

There is one separate downstairs en-suite bedroom with a King-size bed. There are two loft rooms upstairs above the lounge, one with a King-size bed and one with a double bed. The lounge has a Queen-size bed.

The two upstairs loft rooms are curtained off but privacy is limited so you need to share this with family or good friends! These loft rooms are accessed by steep stairs and guests are required to use these with caution, especially with young children. There is a main bathroom with a bath and shower and an en-suite bathroom with a solar shower. Linen and towels are provided.

The fully-equipped kitchen has a gas stove / oven and a fridge with freezer space. There is no microwave. A wheelbarrow with a grid is provided for braais or barbecues. The lounge has a fire-place and the dining/kitchen area has a very old coal stove for extra warmth in very cold weather. The first lot of firewood is free – thereafter it is available for purchase. We do advise you to bring your own braai wood or charka however, as the wood provided is not suitable for braai-ing or barbecuing.

There is also a covered patio with incredible views; ideal for relaxing. Water is provided by a mountain stream which we all happily drink and a water filter is provided but please bring bottled water if you prefer.

Facilities

• Off Street Parking
• Fireplace
• Braai Facilities

Additional Information

The cottage is in a remote area and the roads are dirt roads as it is literally at the top of the mountain. 4x4 is not essential except in very rainy weather and most normal cars can get there if they are not too low slung and if one drives slowly and carefully. The owners will happily shuttle their guests to the cottage at the beginning and end of their stay at no extra cost. Please note that extra transfers during your stay are available at an additional charge.

Attractions and Activities

Although the property is in a remote mountainous area, there are a number of attractions and activities within approximately 20km.

Features you'll appreciate

  • parking
  • kitchen
  • braai / bbq
  • fireplace
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom (separate)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Smoking: not allowed

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Garden(s)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Smoking: none indoors

Loadshedding Facilities

What is loadshedding? It refers to the temporary suspension of electricity provided by Eskom, South Africa's electricity provider, to reduce consumption and thereby the load on the national grid. To compensate, South African property owners are turning to solar power, inverters with backup batteries or in some cases generators to keep the power on, wherever feasible.

  • Gas cooker (stove)

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)

Rooms & Rates

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Mountain Pondokkie

Mountain Pondokkie cottage sleeps six comfortably, eight at a squeeze, in one separate downstairs en suite bedroom (King-size bed), two loft rooms upstairs (One King-size and one double bed) above the lounge and a Queen-size bed in the lounge area. The two upstairs loft rooms are curtained off but privacy is limited so you need to share this with family or good friends! These loft rooms are accessed by steep stairs and guests are required to use these with caution, especially with young children. There is a main bathroom with a bath and shower and an en-suite bathroom with a solar shower. Linen and towels are provided. The fully-equipped kitchen has a gas stove / oven and a fridge with freezer space. There is no microwave. A wheelbarrow with a grid is provided for braais or barbecues. There is also a covered patio with incredible views; ideal for relaxing. Water is provided by a mountain stream which we all happily drink and a water filter is provided but please bring bottled water if you prefer.

  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed

Sleeps: 8 guests (max 8 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

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Guest Reviews

2 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewvery good

Grate location, super rustic! Definitely our type of hide out, nice to walk the hiking paths and have the gr8 care of Pretty and Dee! Good for a family of four (+) if you want to get away from the tv and be one with nature!! Our dog too had a blast! Thank you guys

June 2022

Anita A. (Parktown North)

Verified reviewexcellent

Loved spending time here. The birding is incredible.

September 2021

Anthony L. (Gauteng)

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Need to Know

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the property EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since November 2019

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