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CLeoPAtRA MoUntAIn FARMHoUse
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Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse has earned global renown as a romantic gourmet getaway. Owned and run by Richard and Mouse Poynton, it is nestled in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Drakensberg. This legendary gourmet lodge is dedicated to sumptuous food and a rustic but stylish ambience, with a warm and friendly welcome from the moment you arrive in its idyllic mountain setting. With just twelve unique rooms, it is a haven for guests seeking to break away from their fast-paced life to enjoy mountain walks, roaring log res, seven- course dinners and endless relaxation and pampering. The newest addition is a three-bedroom self-catering cottage called River Run − stunningly positioned right on the river with spectacular views of the mountains. Mouse has created the ideal environment for chilling out, with many artefacts to interest and amuse. The new Copper Pot Spa offers rejuvenating treatments and is a welcome addition to the all-round experiences. Creatively decorated rooms and suites feature welcome replaces and countless special touches. Richard is in love with food, a passion of his since school days which led to global travels, gourmet experiences and the rst Cleopatra Cookbook. Excitingly different, Richard and his chefs offer tantalising creations prepared with love, care and especially avour. They specialise in local ingredients and home-grown herbs and vegetables. The Highmoor Nature Reserve − our immediate neighbours − offers San rock art, hiking and birding. You can also y sh, mountain bike and horse ride in the area, creating memories never to be forgotten. Explore the nearby Midlands Meander and at the end of an exciting day in the great outdoors, enjoy pre-dinner drinks and convivial conversation in the cosy Poached Trout Bar. Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse is also fast becoming famous for fabulous weddings. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.
6 Bedrooms, 4 Suites, 2 Executive Cottages | Children 12+ | From R2295−R2695 pps DBB 3-bedroom self-cater cottage (1km from Cleopatra) | Children welcome | From R2500 pn s/c Richard & Mouse Poynton | 033 267 7243 | 033 267 7013
On Kamberg Road from Rosetta to Giant’s Castle – 5km farm road cleopatramountain@telkomsa.net | www.cleomountain.com
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