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Blyde Mountain Country House

Hoedspruit

Guest house, Self Catering

(15 rooms)

Situated on the edge of spectacular Blyde River Canyon, the largest green canyon in the world, Blyde Mountain Country House provides the best of everything. A fabulous view from the cliff tops overlooking the 33kmcanyon gorge. Nature and wildlife abound.

A beautiful semi-formal 1.5hectare garden fringed by lowveld bush and lemon orchards, with a fascinating collection of bird-filled trees, shrubs and plants (various species of palm, as well as flamboyant, baobab, aloe, cactus, marula, litchi, cashew, cumquat, papaya, banana etc.) along footpaths laid out with original, embossed home-made tiles.

Though there are local masks, pots, artwork and photos; this goes hand in hand with ultra-modern trappings like halogen lighting, state-of-the-art taps and sinks, contemporary furniture.
Outside, the romantic terrace offers breath taking views of the canyon promontory. Even the elevated 10mx10m pool (a former farm irrigation reservoir), allows you to peek at the tips of the awesome canyon massif during a relaxing swim. The inviting reclining-chairs alongside provide ideal tanning opportunities.
Active guests of all ages and inclinations will find no end of entertainment.
White-water rafting, canyoning, ballooning, game drives, elephant rides, and cliffside walks.
The less active, meanwhile, can relax in the garden or on the terrace with a sundowner, spellbound by the crepuscular transformations affecting colour and shape of the mighty walls of the dramatic Drakensberg.

ROOMS
There’s plenty of style – the exquisite, subtle interiors are the last word in contemporary organic design, reflecting the architect's work in post-wall Berlin.
The four private, luxury suites with stunning mountain views, the seven semi-luxury guest rooms and six self-catering units make a refreshing change from the prevailing colonial theme hereabouts.
The architect's concept was to combine natural materials with a modern look, without sacrificing comfort. This has resulted in large stone-based beds with mahogany or bark headboards, slate or stone floors (some areas fashioned with pebbles collected along the Blyde banks) adorned with kelims or reed mats, and lofty ceilings (some thatched) with large fans (though all rooms have air-conditioning ). Handmade quilts, white veiled bed canopies and dusky-coloured walls contribute to an ambiance that is both cozy and exotic. Bathrooms are en-suite. Doors open toward the garden, many offering sublime canyon views.

DINING
Breakfasts feature mouth-watering salads of seasonal local fruit: smooth fibreless mangos (the pride of the region), papayas, guavas, Valencia oranges, litchis and indigenous marulas.
Every night a delicious three-course meal, often featuring local dishes created by superb chef Maria Mokwena is served on the sweeping terrace looking out toward the canyon.
Barbeque meals can be set up in the secluded lapa (braai area) near the pool by the baobab trees.
The atmospheric bar opens out onto the terrace, offering its wide selection of prime South-African wines.

ACTIVITIES
• Bird Watching – over 200 species, esp. fish eagle, loeries and hornbills along the river banks
• Game Watching - a 7min footpath leads to the Blyde river banks for hippo and croc-spotting
• Viewpoints – Blyde Canyon panoramic route, incl. Three Rondavels, Bourkes’ Luck Potholes, God's Window
• Hot Air Ballooning
• Game drives into Kruger Park
• Horse and Elephant rides
• White Water Rafting
• Canyoning (abseiling)
• Boat cruises on the canyon lake surrounded by precipitous cliffs
• Golf
• Reptile Park
• Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre
• Kapama Endangered Species Project
• Pilgrims’ Rest – trace the early South African gold mine industry

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> Blyde Mountain Country House

Blyde Mountain Country House

Hoedspruit

Guest house, Self Catering

(15 rooms)

(7 customer reviews)

Situated on the edge of spectacular Blyde River Canyon, the largest green canyon in the world, Blyde Mountain Country House provides the best of everything. A fabulous view from the cliff tops overlooking the 33kmcanyon gorge. Nature and wildlife abound.

A beautiful semi-formal 1.5hectare garden fringed by lowveld bush and lemon orchards, with a fascinating collection of bird-filled trees, shrubs and plants (various species of palm, as well as flamboyant, baobab, aloe, cactus, marula, litchi, cashew, cumquat, papaya, banana etc.) along footpaths laid out with original, embossed home-made tiles.

Though there are local masks, pots, artwork and photos; this goes hand in hand with ultra-modern trappings like halogen lighting, state-of-the-art taps and sinks, contemporary furniture.
Outside, the romantic terrace offers breath taking views of the canyon promontory. Even the elevated 10mx10m pool (a former farm irrigation reservoir), allows you to peek at the tips of the awesome canyon massif during a relaxing swim. The inviting reclining-chairs alongside provide ideal tanning opportunities.
Active guests of all ages and inclinations will find no end of entertainment.
White-water rafting, canyoning, ballooning, game drives, elephant rides, and cliffside walks.
The less active, meanwhile, can relax in the garden or on the terrace with a sundowner, spellbound by the crepuscular transformations affecting colour and shape of the mighty walls of the dramatic Drakensberg.

ROOMS
There’s plenty of style – the exquisite, subtle interiors are the last word in contemporary organic design, reflecting the architect's work in post-wall Berlin.
The four private, luxury suites with stunning mountain views, the seven semi-luxury guest rooms and six self-catering units make a refreshing change from the prevailing colonial theme hereabouts.
The architect's concept was to combine natural materials with a modern look, without sacrificing comfort. This has resulted in large stone-based beds with mahogany or bark headboards, slate or stone floors (some areas fashioned with pebbles collected along the Blyde banks) adorned with kelims or reed mats, and lofty ceilings (some thatched) with large fans (though all rooms have air-conditioning ). Handmade quilts, white veiled bed canopies and dusky-coloured walls contribute to an ambiance that is both cozy and exotic. Bathrooms are en-suite. Doors open toward the garden, many offering sublime canyon views.

DINING
Breakfasts feature mouth-watering salads of seasonal local fruit: smooth fibreless mangos (the pride of the region), papayas, guavas, Valencia oranges, litchis and indigenous marulas.
Every night a delicious three-course meal, often featuring local dishes created by superb chef Maria Mokwena is served on the sweeping terrace looking out toward the canyon.
Barbeque meals can be set up in the secluded lapa (braai area) near the pool by the baobab trees.
The atmospheric bar opens out onto the terrace, offering its wide selection of prime South-African wines.

ACTIVITIES
• Bird Watching – over 200 species, esp. fish eagle, loeries and hornbills along the river banks
• Game Watching - a 7min footpath leads to the Blyde river banks for hippo and croc-spotting
• Viewpoints – Blyde Canyon panoramic route, incl. Three Rondavels, Bourkes’ Luck Potholes, God's Window
• Hot Air Ballooning
• Game drives into Kruger Park
• Horse and Elephant rides
• White Water Rafting
• Canyoning (abseiling)
• Boat cruises on the canyon lake surrounded by precipitous cliffs
• Golf
• Reptile Park
• Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre
• Kapama Endangered Species Project
• Pilgrims’ Rest – trace the early South African gold mine industry

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Reviews of Blyde Mountain Country House

"Highly recommended accommodation"

Sue Ordish

"We have just spent a long weekend at Zulieka House and were extremely impressed by the accommodation, meals and staff. Lisa is a gem - full of information about the area and suggestions for excursions etc. The icing on the cake was the hippo in the river at the bottom of the garden! An excellent pla..."

" Hope to return again."

Rosemary Cowan

"Wonderful place - were made most welcome and the food was out of this world. Beautiful views from the restaurant, convenient to all the local attractions and would certainly recommend it to everyone. "

"Zuleika"

Ann Holmes

"We enjoyed our stay very much - the food was outstanding!!"

"Fantastic stay at Zuleika ! "

Susan Mostert

"One of the best places we stay, the staff were so helpful and friendly and the food 5 star.

Thanks! "

"Excellent food"

M. Judie Hosie

"Very beautiful setting, excellent food and service. Would recommend to anyone."

"Marvelous"

penny winder

"The food was extremely good, I sent an email to Zuleika about non dairy or egg requirement and they are the only plce that managed this. In fact they produced a 4 course meal free from these items which was marvellous. Thanks"

"Enjoyable"

Juanita Parsons

"Very private and enjoyable! Thanks for lovely place to stay!"

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