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The Bend Country House

This well established 4 starCountry House dating from the 1930’s, is situated on a magnificent Nature Estate of 1400 hectares. It nestles in a secluded amphitheatre in the foothills of the majestic Drakensberg and is a sanctuary for all who visit.

We have eight elegant on suite bedrooms in the main house and a further eight garden rooms in the adjoining new wing. All have period furniture and each room has its own unique character. We have remained true to the ambience of a country home. Some of our rooms have sofa beds and comfortably accommodate children. Most of our bedrooms have balconies, or open into the garden.

The nature Reserve has 5 Eco-systems, including indigenous forest, grassland, riverine, mountain and pine forest. This stretch of the Mooi River is highly regarded by flyfishermen who enjoy challenging the Wild Brown Trout that have been here since the 1870’s. There are 6 well stocked Stillwater Dams for the fisherman’s further enjoyment.
Other activities include walking, mountain biking and birdwatching.

Contact Information for "The Bend Country House" in Midlands Meander
Alan / Sheila
D361 Lower Loteni Road,
Midlands Meander,
KwaZulu-Natal.
Phone: 0332666371
Mobile: 0824541311
Fax: 0866429342
Rates
From R450.00 pppn
Things To Do near "The Bend Country House" in Midlands Meander
In addition to the river there are six still waters on the property of varying size. You'll need a vehicle with good clearance to get to some of them, which are situated in spectacular settings with breathtaking views. All of the dams can be fished from the bank, but a float tube would allow for more water to be covered. The dams are regularly stocked and well managed. The fishing is good all year round with the best months being during spring and autumn. A wide variety of still water flies have been successful namely, Woolly Buggers, Lake dragons, Red Eye Damsel's, Mrs Simpsons' and Walkers Killers'. The dams are open for fishing all year round, however the river is closed during June, July and August for conservation purposes. The hotels policy on trout fishing policy is strictly “ Catch and release” using barbless hooks. Rods and Flies are available from the Fly Fishing and Birding Shop in Nottingham Road and they are for coaching for beginners. There is more than 30km's of trails which can be explored either on horseback or mountain bike. These will take you to any one of the estates six dams, or up to the “ Roof Of Africa” a savannah - like plateau 300 meters above the level of the homestead. Here you can find rare Oribi, and mountain Reedbuck as well as common Reedbuck and Blesbuck. The silver backed jackal, porcupine and various smaller predators can also occasionally be spotted. The Birding is exceptional - more than 200 species of birds have been spotted on the estate including the very rare Wattled Crane, the Ground Hornbill, Cape Vulture, Secretary Bird, Narina Trogan and several species of raptors.
Facilities offered by "The Bend Country House" in Midlands Meander
Weddings, Conference Facility, Dinner, Fishing, Mountain, Birder, Cycling, Self Catering Option and Special Diets Catered For
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