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Lambourn's is a little gem of a place in the quaint gold
rush town of Kaapsehoop.
Here you will find yourself surrounded by breathtaking
views and strange formations of rock made of sand-stone
which are ablaze in color with flowering aloes in June
and July. The rock-rabbits sun themselves and watch you
with curiosity. The garden is alive with bird song,
butterflies and all sorts of little critters. The wild
horses are frequently seen in the sleepy village and if
you take a hike to the edge of the escarpment you are
sure to see them running on the plains. If what you need
is to catch your breath and feel alive, then Lambourn's
is the place to be.
Luxury Self-Catering Accommodation: 3-bed, 3-bath
Victorian Cottage. Open plan kitchen with microwave,
stove/oven, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer. TV and DStv
facilities (need to bring own smart-card). Gas fire
place and wall mounted heaters for those cold, misty
days. The main bedroom has its own deck and a sky-light
with clear glass to allow for star-gazing on those clear
starry nights.
Rooms are as follows: blue room has two single beds with
en-suite shower/WC. Pink room has double bed with
en-suite bath/WC. Loft-room has double bed with en-suite
shower/WC. Cottage sleeps maximum 6.
Things to do and see in Kaapsehoop
Horse
Riding
To fully experience the mountain I would highly
recommend being in a saddle. The beauty of your
surroundings, fresh mountain air and a fantastic host
will all add to an unforgettable break-away in
Kaapsehoop.
Hiking
There are numerous hiking trails within the village of
Kaapsehoop. Most start from the middle of the village
and are clearly marked out on the rocks with
foot-prints.
There is the casual hike to the edge of the escarpment
where on a clear day you are able to see Barberton
Valley and on a cloudy, misty day you may find yourself
in awe of being “in the clouds”. This is also where you
will find one of the world’s longest long-drops and most
certainly one with a breath-taking view. There is also a
slightly more demanding hike to Battery Falls which is
well worth the effort. Here you are able to cool off
after the hike and watch the waterfall cascade down. For
the fun loving and adventures you could always sit under
the water-fall for a great memory snap. (A permit is
required for this hike).
Of course you are able to just walk amongst the rocks
and with a bit of imagination you will see rock
formations of a Lions Head, Aladdin’s Lamp, snoopy, A
Camel, Turtle and the list goes on and on….. and is only
inhibited by ones imagination.
Birding
There are many bird species found at Kaapsehoop and many
right in the beautiful garden of Lambourn’s which is
always filled with blooms and bird-song.
The endangered Blue Swallows migrate yearly to South
Africa and many of them come to Kaapsehoop, which has
been designated a Natural Heritage Site. These of course
are not our only birds but most certainly a treat to see
in their natural habitat. Visit www.sabirding.co.za for
more information about the species of birds found at
Kaapsehoop and where to point your binoculars.
Enos is our local birding guide and knowledgeable about
the Blue Swallows and other species. Should you wish him
to be your guide please contact Rudi Du Plessis on 082
601 5455 or 013 734 4580.
RELAX,
UNWIND AND RECHARGE
For those happy to travel between 25 minutes and one and
a half hours the following fun can be had.
- Scenic fixed wing
or helicopter flights over the Blyde River Canyon
- Trips into the
Kruger National Park – self-drive
- Open Vehicle
trips into the Kruger National Park
- Elephant back
safaris
- Hot Air Balloon
safaris over the Sabie Valley
- Big Swing and
High Wire
- Aerial Cable
Trail
- White water
rafting
- Panorama Tours
(Gods Window, Pilgrims Rest, The Three Roundavels,
Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Lisbon Falls, Berlin Falls,
Bridal Falls and the Blyde River Canyon which is the
third biggest and the greenest in the world).
- Sudwala Caves and
Dinosaur Park
- Golf
- Reptile Park
- Jane Goodall
Institute Chimpanzee Eden
The
wild horses of Kaapsehoop
There are around 200 feral horses in Kaapsehoop ranging
from bachelor herds to larger more structured herds. The
horses are very much a part of Kaapsehoop and indeed may
even be a reason to visit this picturesque little
village which has in recent years become one of the
sought after holiday destinations in South Africa.
Not all of the wild horses are shy and are often seen
frequenting the town where they graze on the open
squares and the villages prided blooms. While hiking or
doing a horse ride you are also sure to see them
frolicking on the plains.
Please drive with care when approaching the village and
within the village itself as the horses like to stand in
the road and are difficult to see especially through the
mist.
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