Drakensberg Mountain Retreat

Destination

Drakensberg

Drakensberg Mountain Retreat is a stunning destination in the northern Drakensberg only 20 km beyond Sterkfontein Dam. Situated high on a ridge overlooking the Drakensberg and the Maluti Mountains many have said that the views are unsurpassed. It offers much more than comfortable, affordable country style accommodation. It’s spectacular views, vast spaces, wild winds and superb walks make it the perfect place to experience the beauty and magnificence of the Drakensberg. Its deep silences, unfamiliar at first, will soon work its magic resuscitating body and mind. This is a place to relax, unwind, take stock, - a place to rejuvenate - a place to regain peace. This is a cosy haven for those who like old fashioned holidays, with peace and quiet, excellent home-style cooking, reading near the fireplace, playing board games and pleasant company; also a wonderful base to experience the mighty Drakensberg. An ideal retreat for individuals, families or groups either self catered or fully catered.

Drakensberg Mountain Retreat Amenities

Vergzient Lodge B&B and DB&B An up market DB&B, is a special place for couples and families to spend quality time together. The Lodge has 10 individual rooms and is usually booked by individuals and families and offers a dinner, bed and breakfast rate. The rates here vary per room and can be found on the rates page. We offer a full stocked bar. The Zondertwyfel Barnhouse Self catering group, B&B and DB&B A superb venue for groups of 10 to 26 people - is either self catered or fully catered. It’s large function room is ideal for small conferences, weddings, family gatherings, events, holidays and retreats.

Directions To Drakensberg Mountain Retreat

Directions to Drakensberg Mountain Retreat Located some 15 km off the R74 between Bergville and Harrismith, the Drakensberg Mountain Retreat is approximately equidistant from Johannesburg, Durban and Bloemfontein (approximately 300km - about 3 hours) and is an ideal midway meeting place for family, friends and business colleagues from these centers. DIRECTIONS FROM JOHANNESBURG Take the N3 from Gauteng to Harrismith. At Harrismith, turn right to Bethlehem. Approximately 4 km. out of Harrismith, on the N5 to Bethlehem, turn left onto the R74 to Bergville also R712 to Phuthaditjhaba. Approximately 9 km. on, turn left - R74 to Bergville continuation. Approximately 20 km. on, turn left onto a dirt road marked Retief Pass and Retief Klip. There are small National Monument Signs. Drive approximately 2 km. and turn right onto the Retief Pass road. Follow the road for about 12 km. Most of the way it runs parallel to an old canal. Approximately 1 km. beyond the canal, turn right at the sign to the Drakensberg Retreat. DIRECTIONS FROM DURBAN Guests coming from Durban have to take the Colenso/Bergville turn off, pass Little Switzerland, up Oliviers Hoek Pass, pass Caterpillar and Catfish and +/- 4 kilometers turn right to Retief pass/Retief Klip and follow the map, road in red.

Area Attractions

Every person defines adventure differently; it may be physical, mental, social, cultural or spiritual. Drakensberg Mountain Retreat is the perfect platform for any person’s pursuit of adventure Experience the rich culture, breathtaking views and captivating history of the majestic northern Drakensberg. Become captivated by the beauty and tranquility of this mountain resort situated between Harrismith and Berville, South Africa. This wonderful place offers spectacular views, vast spaces, wild winds, rain, sunshine, clouds and rainbows and in all of this – silence. Drakensberg Being in the wild foothills of the Drakensberg Mountains walking, hiking or even adventure trekking are obvious activities on offer from easy strolls to grueling expeditions taking days. There are a number of well set-out walking and hiking trails which allow you to enjoy the varied landscape and flora of Drakensberg Mountain Retreat. The trails vary in difficulty and distance and are well mapped and marked. Experienced local guides are available. The local Basotho and Zulu cultural villages offer opportunities to rub shoulders with the local inhabitants who have lived in the area for hundreds of years. Immerse yourself in their age-old tales of bloodshed that played out between the groups of black, brown, African and European as they battled for power, wealth and land in the fertile surrounding valleys. For many, the true spirit of Adventure lies in the animals of Africa. Whether they be in the many game and nature reserves or forever captured in paint and colour in the myriad caves throughout the mountains. For sportsmen excellent fishing and boating can be had in the many dams. Yellowfish, carp and bass are generally the fish on offer. Arts and crafts abound. Fortune hunters can visit the many stalls, markets and studios looking for the ultimate treasure to adorn a wall, table or patio back home.