In the northern Cederberg Mountains, 270km from Cape Town, Bushmans Kloof is a special, special place. It opened in the year 2000 and is a National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World.
Want some cultural heritage? So, here we have one of the world's largest collections of rock art with over 130 sites. Want to be a bit creative with your date? Treat them to a bit of cliff side dining. Want privacy? Check out the secluded, rustic shepherd's house. Think honeymoon, think bucket list.
With 16 rooms and suites and a fully catered private villa, Bushmans Kloof can accommodate 34 guests.
The luxury rooms have private patios, en suites, and access to one of four (4) swimming pools.
Deluxe rooms have satellite TV, access to DVDs, iPod docking stations, lounge areas. Some have fireplaces.
Niven Family Deluxe Room is, surprise surprise, best for families.
The Riverside Supreme Suite is on the banks of the Boontjies River.
The Paterson Suite is in the original Manor House which dates from 1843.
Once a farmhouse, Koro Lodge is now a stunning villa. Proper luxury. A proper treat. You'll have your own chef and your own guide. Even your own infinity pool for goodness sake. Surrounded by open vistas of wilderness. It can cope with 10 of you. Or go on your own, join Instagram and say hello to everyone you know. Watch them fume with envy.
All-suite accommodation with full bathrooms and the whole luxury shebang: robes and slippers, fine linen, lounge area, fireplace (with a few exceptions), air con; wi-fi and home entertainment system, hot beverage station, thrice daily housekeeping, private balcony with serious views.
The main lodge houses the bar, four swimming pools, complete wellness spa, library, formal dining room, outdoor dining area and a communal lounge area and view deck.
Bushmans Kloof is a South African Natural Heritage Site and home to over 150 bird species, 750 plants and 35 mammals. It's in the world famous Cape Floral Region - best between July and early October.
They have their own rock art specialists who can talk you through the 10,000 year old scribbles of the San people.
Nature walks, sunset drives, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, archery, fly fishing, even croquet (bring out the velvet).
