Location: South Africa » Kwazulu Natal » Drakensberg » Northern Drakensberg » Royal Natal National Park » BergvilleBerg House and CottagesBerg House and Cottages, Self-catering accommodation in Bergville Kwazulu NatalDescriptionExperience a mountain atmosphere with breathtaking views, described as the "IMAX Views" of the Drakensberg.
This private destination on a 1600 acre estate enables you to reunite the mind, body and soul, restore the essential "you". Relax and soak up the 270 degree views of the Drakensberg Escarpment.
Our prized feature is the world famous Amphitheatre, part of a world heritage site. View the second highest waterfall in the world during the summer; take in the breathtaking sunsets as you sit feet up, wine glass in hand.
The Berghouse and Cottages is a privately owned, 1650 acre estate, offering you Drakensberg accommodation and numerous activities in the Northern Drakensberg of the KwaZulu Natal province. Situated only 3 hours from either Johannesburg or Durban, this stunning Drakensberg getaway is surrounded by mountains - their massive sandstone cliffs will remain etched in your memory forever. The property provides you with unique, panoramic views of the Drakensberg spires from as far as the Monks Cowls and Cathkin Park, Cathedral Peak, to the south and the Amphitheatre and Maluti Mountains in the Northern Drakensberg, as well as the "Little Drakensberg"including Seletwane peak to the north east, Sungubala and Montusi Mountain peak to the North, the Cavern Berg to the Northwest, bordering the Freestate province, A Drakensberg experience par excellence awaits you. If you are in search of serenity, tranquility, then this is the destination to visit. You will be suspended in moments of magic, "like a balm to your troubled soul"."It's as though time stands still and one's worldly concerns just simply melt away or perhaps carried off on the gentlest of breezes, on the wing of one of the many beautiful birds that inhabit the estate, you will be left unencumbered to experience an exquisite lightness of being". Comfortable accommodation awaits you in 5 well-furnished, privately situated cottages, each with fully equipped kitchens, kitchenettes and log fireplaces, with an abundance of firewood on site.
Each cottage offers you spectacular views of the surrounding valleys and mountains.
Home cooked cuisine awaits those who choose to have dinner and breakfast, picnic hampers are also provided (meals and hampers by prior arrangement). Ideal for family and friends getaways,1/2 way between Johannesburg and Durban (3hours drive) or a romantic weekend for two – we have something unique and special to offer you. Things to bring: - Costume and towel.
- Sunscreen.
- Lip ice.
- Sandals (that fasten) for the river tubing.
- Old T shirt to use on the river.
- Good pair of hiking boots/shoes.
- Long pants to horse ride in.
- CD/Radio combination.
- Fire lighters.
- Charcoal.
- Matches, if self-catering.(some supplied)
- Candles, if self-catering,(some supplied)
- Wind breaker jacket.
- Binoculars.
- Bird book.
- Book on Wild Flowers.
- Own Mtn Bikes.(2 x bikes for hire)
- Refreshments.
- Complete supply of groceries (if self-catering).
- Torch.
- Hikers backpack.
- Warm clothes.
- Snacks for longer hikes.
- Camera.
- Mosquito spray.
- Plaster and ointment for blisters.
- Own 4x4 for the 4x4 trails.
- Own fishing rods.(rods available for hire..limited number available)
  
AttractionsThe Berghouse and Cottages offers an extensive range of activities including hiking with various degrees of difficulty to choose from on site as well as in the neighbouring "World Heritage" site in the Royal Natal National Park, approximately 16 km away. Guided horse riding trails on "Basuto" ponies through splendid scenery, fly fishing both in dams and on the 7 km river on the western boundary of our property, mountain biking and 4x4 trails are some of the activities we invite you to indulge in.   
FacilitiesConference facility for max 15 delegates, total accommodation capacity 25 guests.
Excellent cellphone reception.
Fully catered, including teas and condiments.
Great team building venue.
DirectionsAprox 3 hours from both JHB and Durban.
From JHB:
Take offramp from N3 onto the Bethlehem road, N4, for aprox 5 km's, left onto the R712 for aprox 8 km's, again left onto the R74 Bergville road for aprox 30 km's, turn off at the Northern Drakensberg turnoff, right, and continue for aprox 2.7 km's to the Berghouse and Cottages turn off, continue until you reach the reception.
From Durban:
Take the N3, pass the Shell Ultra City at Estcourt, turn left off the highway, left again onto the R74, pass Winterton and Bergville, 27km's from Bergville take off at the Northern Drakensberg sign, continue for 2.7 km's, turn off right onto the Berghouse and Cottages road, continue to reception. 
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Vaughn & Chantal Piccione
+27 (0)36 438 6707
+27 (0)36 438 6707
+27 (0)82 804 8784
