The Cottage

The cottage sits on the edge of the main Banchory Dam, looking out over the water and the hills beyond. It has been set up for comfortable self-catering — for families, fishing parties, and anyone who needs a few days away from the noise.

Sleeping

The cottage sleeps eight across three bedrooms. All beds are made up with fresh linen on arrival.

• Bedroom 1 — double bed (can be split to two singles on request)
• Bedroom 2 — double bed (can be split to two singles on request)
• Bedroom 3 — double bunk room, ideal for children

Please mention when booking if you need beds split — Margie will arrange it before you arrive.

Bathroom

One full bathroom with shower, bath, toilet and basin. The bathroom is shared across all three bedrooms.

Living & dining

Open-plan living and dining area with two fireplaces — one in the living room, one in the main bedroom. Three bags of firewood are included per two-night stay in winter. Extra bags available at R70 each. Charcoal is not supplied — bring your own if you plan to braai.

Kitchen

Fully equipped for self-catering. Please do your grocery shopping in Underberg or Kokstad before you arrive — there are no shops near the farm.

• 4-plate stove with oven and warming drawer
• Microwave and kettle
• Fridge and deep freeze
• Full set of crockery, glasses, pots and utensils
• Weber braai and open braai on the stoep

The stoep

The stoep runs the full length of the cottage and looks directly onto the dam. Morning coffee, afternoon fishing, sundowners, and long evenings around the braai. Outdoor chairs and a table are provided.

What's included

• All linen and bath towels (please bring your own swimming towels)
• Rusks, coffee, tea and sugar on arrival
• Firewood — 3 bags per 2-night stay (winter)
• Daily cottage service (7 days a week) — please tip the maid, they appreciate it
• Braai facilities — Weber and open braai
• Fully equipped kitchen

Bird-life

The dam and surrounding wetland margins attract a wide range of birds year-round. Bring binoculars. Common sightings include herons, dabchicks, kingfishers and various waders. Early mornings on the stoep are particularly good.