Heuningboshuisie  Verified Listing

This beautiful getaway is situated where two valleys meet, embraced by deep red cliffs and touched by morning sunlight. The cottage was built in the late 1800s and was the welcome “refuge” for Italian prisoners of war in the early 1940s. Its delicious charm lies in its simplicity – a bedroom, open plan kitchen and Livingroom, as well as two bathrooms.

The Heuningboshuisie has been delicately renovated with the utmost respect for the beauty of the simple life and the warmth and history of the original earthy building materials. There is solar power and the cottage is fully equipped with gas appliances and cooking equipment, with a braai area outside. There is an indoor bathroom with a shower, for the colder nights; but the original outdoor bath and shower has been retained, providing an unforgettable experience under the stars. On hot days you can find relief in the splash pool nestled between the natural bush, just coming off the veranda (please note the pool is not covered). This remains our favourite place for romantic getaways, with wide open spaces, red cliffs, endless beauty, and a warm and cosy nest.

Rooms are spacious and uncluttered, designed to create a sense of relaxation and tranquility to best enjoy the magic of the Baviaanskloof. If you are staying in the Cedar Guesthouse, Rietrivier Cottage or Cob Cottage, we provide all bedding including duvets. If any of your party is allergic to feathers, please ensure you bring any alternative bedding yourself. If you are in the Hikers House or 4 Sleeper Chalet, no bedding is provided.

The Baviaanskloof World Heritage Site is a breathtaking nature reserve with spectacular rugged mountain and valley landscapes. The river that flows through the valley keeps it green and inviting. The Baviaanskloof is one of the eight protected areas within the Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, which is a World Heritage Site. The Baviaanskloof - "Valley of the Baboons" - lies roughly 120km west of Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The mega-reserve comprises of approximately 200 square kilometers of unspoiled, rugged, mountainous terrain. Beginning in the east at Komdomo Campsite, the road leads through the rugged beauty of the Groot River Port, winding its way through pristine conservation areas, towards Willowmore in the west. This covers a distance of approximately 250km. The Baviaanskloof Mega-Reserve is one of the largest wilderness conservation areas in the country where about 500,000ha of land, owned by the government and the private sector, is collaboratively managed by Eastern Cape Parks. It represents seven out of eight of South Africa's biomes, which are distinct ecological communities of plants and animals that live together in a particular climate. For the more adventurous, the vast mountain kingdom offers a unique wilderness experience. It offers visitors various nature-based opportunities which include, rock and mountain climbing, camping, bird watching, and scenic drives. To the traveler, it offers a memorable traveling experience through stunningly beautiful landscapes of a type to be found only in the Eastern Cape. As part of the Cape Floral Kingdom and due to the area's diverse habitat, the spectacular landscapes are home to more than a 1,000 different plant species. These include species of the well known and magnificent Erica and Protea families. The flora of the area encompasses a wide range of genetic diversity, which includes the genetically distinct, ancient cycads. Two surviving species of these ancient plants are found in the Baviaanskloof area. The reserve provides a habitat for more than 50 mammal species, over 300 bird species, and other species of animals, such as reptiles and amphibians.

There is a communal reservoir style swimming pool for the summer months.

The Leopard Trail 4 Day Hike and a variety of day hikes are all accessible from your front door. Activities at Cedar Falls include hiking, bird watching, swimming, walking through the labyrinth and much more.