Keisiecottages.co.za Website Review

Keisie Cottages is a mountain retreat, offering affordable, self-catering fa*m accommodation, on a small fruit and wine fa*m at the end of the beautiful Keisie Valley, 24 kms from Montagu in the Western Cape. Keisie Cottages is the perfect getaway if you want to just relax and enjoy the peace and serenity of the mountains, but if you enjoy a bit of adventure, there is plenty to do. Hiking, mountain-biking, swimming, bird watching and stargazing abound on the fa*m. We also have a beautiful pool area, next to a stand of our prize-winning roses! The fa*m, called ‘Vredendal’ (Peace in the Valley) is below the Burgers Pas* just 1 km along a dirt road from the R318, the road less traveled which leads from Montagu through the Keisie, to the Koo Your holiday here is all about getting away from the madding crowds - no TV or mobile reception, so sit outside at night, enjoy the unbelievably starry sky, listen to the sounds of nature and rediscover the joy of spending time with people important to you without the P.S. Keisie means Sweet Water in San, and the Keisie Valley is renowned for the flavour and quality of its fruits and wines. Come to Vine Cottage (sleeps 2) and Fig Tree Cottage (sleeps 2).   Both are self-catering, self-contained and electrified for convenience with all the fittings needed to make your stay pleasurable.  The cottages are near the communal pool. Both units have large indoor fireplaces, stoeps and braai facilities.  Views are stunning, we are surrounded by mountains and nature. There is a wide variety of wildlife (normally quite shy) on the fa*m, ranging from the occasional leopard to the abundant das*ie. There are numerous birds to spot including black eagles and close to a hundred Guests are welcome to wander around the fa*m, take a rough walk up the river to bathe in the natural rock pools, go on various hikes or mountain bike rides or just enjoy our gardens or sit under the oak trees and relax. Try our delicious gooseberries straight off the bush or pick some vegetables or herbs in season from our own vegetable and herb gardens.