m'Khaya-Teeny

m'Khaya-Teeny

Mandi Knee 0823311384 mandik@telkomsa.net www.mkhayateeny.co.za

Description

This upmarket studio cottage is private and secluded and overlooks a large manicured garden. In addition to an en-suite shower room and a kitchenette, the cottage boasts Digital Satellite TV with PVR (Sky-Plus) - so one need never miss your favourite movies or SPORT!! A secluded braai and barbeque area provides the ambience of a private bush camp. Also available for your use is a canoe and a home gym with weights. Friendly and sociable pets are permitted and pet-sitting is freely offered by your hosts! Your vehicle will enjoy secure parking within laser beams. The beach is within 2 minutes by car and 10 minutes by foot. Meals can be provided by arrangement. Although quiet and serene, the area has many superb restaurants and places of interest. This is definitely for the discerning holiday-maker! Your hosts are British and Zimbabwean.

According to folklore, the original land was purchased from a relative of Viscount Horatio Nelson.  Today, roads bearing the names of famous English seamen are daily reminders of the 1805 Battle of Trafalgar. The village celebrates Nelson Day annually and its 200th anniversary was a big event in 2005.

The Trafalgar Marine Reserve is spectacular and contains 90 million year old fossil beds.  In clear conditions an underwater reef provides an exciting snorkeling experience.  Just a few kilometers to the south, the Mpenjati River mouth and lagoon are part of a 66 ha nature reserve protecting the unspoilt beach and dune forests. 

Attractions

Mpenjati Nature Reserve (on your doorstep!)

Golf courses

Trafalgar is surrounded by world class golf courses within a 15 minute drive. To the north are Margate, Southbroom and San Lameer - and to the south are Port Edward and the Wild Coast Sun. 

Wild Coast Waterworld

Located on the banks of the Umtamvuna River, within the Wild Coast Sun complex, one can enjoy scenic river cruises daily. Meander gently down the river, gin and tonic in hand, or laze on the lawns with an ice-cream! Also available are various watersports and one can hire watersport equipment or enjoy a waterski on the river.

Umtamvuna Gorge and Nature Reserve

Umtamvuna Gorge and Nature Reserve is a botanical paradise set along a stretch of riverine forest bordered by steep rocky cliffs, with the Umtamvuna River running along its border. Day visitors can enjoy the panoramic vistas of the gorge and river from the sheltered picnic sites or the gorge viewing deck within the Nature Reserve. The Reserve is close to Port Edward on the border with the Wild Coast and extends 20- kilometres inland. Hiking trails - between 500-metres and 12- kilometres in length - give access to ancient trees and an almost overwhelming array of rare plants, seldom-seen birds and timid little animals.

Lake Eland Game Reserve

The Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve, 22 km inland from Port Shepstone, is a popular weekend or day-excursion destination. High sandstone cliffs dominate the 24 km long gorge carved by the Umzumkulwana River. Self-guided trails reveal an array of antelope and birds.

Crags View Wild Care Centre

Crags Wild Care Centre inland from Port Edward rehabilitates and release back into the wild many animals that have sustained injuries and stress due to human influence as well as orphaned animals and birds. Patients include antelope, from the protected blue duiker to bushbuck, as well as a large variety of birds and small mammals indigenous to the region. Visits by prior appointment only. Appointments can be accommodated at 10:00 daily Mondays to Sundays.

Helene's Art Studio

Helene Bruce-Webster, an international artist, paints in all mediums, including abstract. She exhibits and works from her beautiful garden art studio and gallery in Trafalgar. She also demonstrates painting techniques and gives classes.

Beaver Creek Coffee Farm

Visit Riverbend Crocodile Farm's spine-chilling individuals! The farm is on the old road from Southbroom to Ramsgate - approximately 2 km from the traffic lights on the N2. As well as crocodiles, Riverbend is also famous for its farm stall and curio shop. The Riverbend Art Gallery has established itself as one of the best art outlets on the South Coast. The Crocpot Restaurant/Café is a family restaurant that offers light lunches and has become famous for its croc delicacies. 

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