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Eastford Country Estate

Eastford Country Estate Self-catering accommodation in Knysna Western Cape

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Tel: 086 127 6237
Int. Tel: +27 51 924 0585

Description

Relax on your secluded deck in the peaceful serenity of a private nature reserve. Gaze from the sprawling Outeniqua Mountains to the tranquil beauty of Knysna's Lagoon and its fabled Heads. Eastford Country Estate is high on the hillside , yet is a mere five minute drive from Knysna town. Extremely private and comfortable , contemporary cottages are spacious and each has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, verandah with braai area and elevated deck. Well equipped kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, a spacious lounge and dining room with TV and CD/Hi-Fi. Serviced daily.

Eastford Private Nature Reserve was established in 1991. When it was originally purchased it was a pine plantation but the developers had a vision to create a nature reserve, re-establishing the original fauna and flora on the 50 hectare property.

Knysna forms part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, which is the smallest and richest of the world's six floral kingdoms. The diversity of fynbos plants is extremely high with over 9000 species of plants occurring in the area, around 6200 of which occur nowhere else in the world.

An indigenous nursery was established on the estate to replace the alien vegetation that was removed and 17 years later thousands of indigenous species have been planted. Eastford now boasts a huge array of beautiful indigenous plants, including naturally growing Ericas and Proteas. As the plants were returned to the area the indigenous fauna also began to make a re-apprearance. Now, it's not uncommon to come across a bushbuck, lynx, Knysna loerie or hear the occasional owl on a peaceful evening while relaxing on the deck.

Eastford Country Estate is a nature reserve positioned on the northern outskirts of Knysna. It consists mainly of montane fynbos which surrounds the 34 dwellings of which 6 are self-catering cottages. The estate stands above Knysna lagoon and has fine views over it as well as the Outeniqua mountains to the north and west. The town, with all its facilities, is just a few minutes drive away.

Game, which wanders freely onto the estate, includes bushbuck, caracal, baboons, mongooses, bush pigs, tortoises, & recently a pair of honey badgers. Birds varieties and numbers are both plentiful and they are enjoying the habitat which was previously a thick pine forest.

Knysna's best kept secret , Eastford Country Estate is a small patch of paradise, with views of the fabled Knysna heads on one side and the Majestic Outeniqua mountains on the other. High on the hillside neighbouring the Simola Golf Course, yet a mere 5 minute drive to the town centre, the estate offers tranquility, beauty and luxury to the discerning holiday maker and enthusiastic golfer. The contemporary cottages offer a free flowing living space with an elevated deck and verandah with braai area, surrounded by indigenous fynbos and fauna. Privacy and security are assured on this Private Nature Reserve, as you relax away from the hustle and bustle of Knysna during the holiday season.

With 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, a well equipped kitchen with dishwasher and microwave and a living space equipped with a TV and CD player, you will never want to leave the house. Should you wish to, however, the estate offers numerous trails to meander, as well as a pool to cool off in on your return. When the rain does descend on this evergreen forest, relax with a good book beside the wood burning fireplace.

Accommodation

The Estate has 6 elegant self-catering cottages. Each house has 3 bedrooms, all with their own bathrooms (2 en suite).
The master suite has a queen size bed, and an en-suite bathroom, equipped with a bath and shower.
The second bedroom, on the opposite end of the house, has twin beds, with it's own bathroom, equipped with a bath.
Next door to this, the third bedroom has two single beds and a separate bathroom equipped with a shower.

All linen used is cotton, and extra blankets are provided for those chilly winter evenings. Each bathroom has heated towel rails.
Each bedroom has a door leading out onto the deck, which spans the front of the whole house and offers spectacular views of either the Knysna Lagoon or the Outeniqua mountains.
Wooden sliding shutter doors can be used to keep out the elements at night, while wall heaters keep the rooms cosy while you sleep.
The kitchens are fully equipped with all standard appliances, including a microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher. All homes are serviced.
The houses each have an elevated deck on one side and a sun dappled patio on the other with a built in braai. Each self-catering unit has a fireplace, TV, and Hi-Fi.

There is a fireplace in the house and a braai on the deck. We supply the wood; however you must bring your own firelighting supplies. Basic cleaning supplies (e.g ; washing up liquid) are provided, all foodstuffs must be supplied by yourself. Linen, towels (not swimming towels), toilet paper is supplied by us.

Rates

Rates vary from 495.00 per day to R1500.00 per day for the chalet, depending on time of year and how many people

Directions

From George Follow the N2 into Knysna around the lagoon and just past the African curio traders on the right you will find a turnoff to Eastford/Gouna/Simola turn left here. Follow this tar road for +- 3km's, there is a road to your left, go around the circle and straight up the hill, at the point where the tar road turns into a paved road you will see the entrance gate to Eastford Country Estate on your left. Enter the code given above and follow the paved road to the very top of the hill (there is one turning to the right, ignore this) our reception is on your left. Follow the signposts to your house. From Plettenberg Bay Follow the @ through Knysna. As you reach the lagoon you will see the turnoff to Eastford/Gouna/Simola turn right and follow directions given above.