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Nestled among the foothills of the southern Drakensberg, this scenic mountain resort offers the ideal getaway for those in search of nature’s beauty and peace.
With Lake Madingofani at its feet, Castleburn lures eland, reedbuck and numerous bird species to this peaceful setting.
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The architecturally designed cottages were thatched and built with hand-hewn local stone, to stand inconspicuous against their natural milieu. There are studio 4-sleepers, 1 bedroom 4-sleepers, 3 bedroom 6-sleepers or 2 bedroom 6-sleepers.
Each cottage has a comfortable lounge, dining room, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen and braai area on the patio.
There are heating systems in the bedroom and bathrooms and a stone fireplace for extra comfort and atmosphere. Some units even have a jacuzzi. Facilities also include a telephone, television with MNet, Movie Magic, BBC Prime and SuperSport 1.
Linen and towels are provided and there is a daily cleaning and laundry service. Babysitting, cots, wood and charcoal are available.
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The dramatic outcrops and crevices of the area are best appreciated from horseback.
Apart from guided horse trails, you can enjoy the following activities:
- Rock-hewn swimming pool
- Golf - 25 km
- Two tennis courts - one floodlit
- Recreational centre - pool tables, table tennis and darts
- Putt-putt
- Children's playground
- Trampoline
- Outdoor chess
- Restaurants and Cocktail Bar
- Two walkways in the grounds
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A fervent fly fisherman will find much to boast about - rainbow, triploid and brown trout abound in the area.
Other activities include:
- Natural rock-hewn swimming pool
- Hiking
- Rowing
- Sailing
- Canoeing
- Guided horse trail
- Squash
- Two tennis courts - one floodlit
- Recreational centre - pool tables, table tennis and darts
- Putt-putt
- Children's playground
- Trampoline
- Outdoor chess
- Volleyball court
- Highland Health and Beauty salon
- Restaurants and Cocktail Bar
- Two walkways in the grounds
- Birdwatching - more than 80 bird species in the area
| Examine the splendour of the indigenous fauna and flora, cosseted in the nearby Natal Parks Board Nature Reserve. Join up with the Giant's Cup Hiking trail that passes through Castleburn or make a journey to the little town of Underberg, 30km away. There is also a golf course 25 km from Castleburn
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