ACCOMMODATION PROVIDED BY WTA MEMBERS IN THE EASTERN CAPE HIGHLANDS

RHODES REGION

BELL RIVER

 

Lovedale

5km upstream from Rhodes – 045 974 9287

A recently renovated four bedroomed house with Eskom power, two bathrooms, large lounge, and spacious kitchen. Located in a sheltered valley, Lovedale is 5 minutes drive from the Bell River.

Sleeps 10

 

Walkerbouts Inn - Rhodes

Rhodes Village - 045 974 9290

Three star TGCSA grading and AA Quality Assured - "Recommended" category. En-suite accommodation and fine country cuisine. Fully licensed pub complete with pizza oven. Take the "Virtual /tour" at www.walkerbouts.co.za to see for yourself.

SELF-CATERING IN & AROUND RHODES:

There are number of self-catering holiday homes and cottages available in Rhodes. Contact Highlands Info at Walkerbouts, telephone 045 974 9290 or send e-mail: to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it To see for yourself, take the "Virtual Tour" at www.highlandsinfo.co.za

 

 "Rhodes Cottage" a typical, comfortable self-catering venue in Rhodes

 

Steepside Lodge

22km downstream of Rhodes - 045 974 9240

The lodge consists of 3 en-suite bedrooms, kitchen, dining-room. Lounge with fireplace, bar area, TV and open plan braai area on stoop. Catered meals on request. Sleeps 7

Rondawel consists of a double bed and bathroom. Catered accommodation only.

Camping site complete with ablution block.

Activities: Bushmen painting tours, 4x4 routes, horse riding and trout fishing available

 

 

BOKSPRUIT

 

Gateshead

36km from Rhodes - rough ride last 5km - 4x4 or 2x4 bakkie only

045 974 9303

Rustic 3-bedroomed cottage with kitchen, lounge with fireplace, bathroom and outside braai area. Ideal for the enthusiastic fisherman and nature lover.

Sleeps 7.

 

Knockwarren

25 km from Rhodes - 045 974 9290

4-bedroomed farmhouse with lounge plus open fireplace, bathroom, dining room and kitchen. Picnic spot nearby on the banks of the Bokspruit.

Sleeps 11.

 

RIFLESPRUIT

 

Mount Mourne
32km from Rhodes - 045 974 9221

Rondawel with 1 double and 1 single bed, bathroom and kitchen. Also 2 bedrooms in farmhouse – 1 x double and 1 x 2 single beds. Catered accommodation only. Located on the banks of the Riflespruit

Sleeps 7

 

 

STERKSPRUIT

 

Birkhall Cottage 045 974 9303

35km from Rhodes

One-bedroomed cottage on farm with bathroom and basic cooking facilities. Overlooks Birkhall dam. Horse-riding, trout fishing and hunting available.

 

Branksome

40 km from Rhodes 045 974 9303

Solid old sandstone house with 4 bedrooms, sun room, lounge with fireplace, bathroom and dining room. Trout fishing, horse-riding and hunting available.

Sleeps 9

 

 

WARTRAIL

VLOOIKRAALSPRUIT/WILLOW STREAM

 

Balloch Cottages

45km from Barkly East - 045 974 9228

All bedding and towels provided. Scenery is magical.

Glen Shee homestead sleeps 12 - large rambling home with 5 bedrooms - freshly renovated shower-rooms and kitchen. Indoor and outdoor braais.

Warwick's Cottage sleeps up to 6. Newly renovated.

Willowstream Cottage sleeps 4 to 6 - en suite bedrooms.

KRAAI RIVER

 Wildside tented accommodation

40km from Barkly East – 087 943 5428/079 536 3996 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Stunning setting on the banks of the Kraai River, with fabulous views of huge sandstone cliffs. Excellent birding with Bald Ibis, Gymnogene and Fish Eagle nesting on site. Fishing for rainbow trout and yellowfish – this beat is at its best during dryer periods when other rivers may be getting thin, but should not be pre-booked for high summer rainfall periods (Jan-Mar) as it will likely be too full for rewarding fishing.

• Shady campsites with river frontage and adjacent to a large lawn. Hot shower ablutions, braai area and fire pit.
• Permanent safari tent ensuite – ideal for couples who want the romance of camping, with a little more comfort.
• Access: 2x4 recommended, 4x4 may be required for wet weather. A park & shuttle service can be provided subject to availability.

Tented camp 

Other Activities: Birding, hiking, river rafting (in summer season), MTB hire, guided rock art visits, children’s pony rides.

  

Inside tent

 

NEW ENGLAND

DIEPSPRUIT

 

Millard

36km from Barkly East, 70km from Rhodes - 045 971 9078

Stunning setting in mountains, 15m from the Diepspruit stream. Sleeps 10 comfortably, 3 doubles (1 en-suite) 2 twins, lounge with open fireplace, kitchen, dining-room, patio with braai facilities. S/C and catered. Fly fishing, rock art outings, hiking, waterfalls, rock pools, raspberry picking in season, horse riding, clay pigeon shooting: all in an area renowned for its hospitality and fascinating people.

 

 

BARKLY EAST

Kraai River / Langkloofspruit

 

Colwinton

Arno Hechter – 045 971 9000

Fully equipped farmhouse on the Langkloof with three en-suite bedrooms.

 

FK Guesthouse

Barkly East - 045 971 0299

B&B with eleven en-suite bedrooms and DSTV available

Meals and liquid refreshments at FK Sports Bar, Grill & Takeaway

Fully licensed bar with various wines and beers of your choice and A la Carte restaurant with delicious food

 

Franshoek Guest Farm

16km from Barkly East on the R396 to Rhodes 045 971 9043