Stoneyvale Cottage 1, Fort Governor's Estate

Our cottages are located within the 12,000ha Fort Governor's Estate just outside Grahamstown. With fantastic views out to the reserve from the privacy of your own deck, you can enjoy a romantic retreat or a relaxed getaway with a group of friends. So sit back, cool off in the pool, dig your toes into the sea sand of our boma, pour a drink and relax around a roaring fire. PLEASE NOTE : Access to all our lodges is via a farm dirt road. We are a working farm so road conditions are variable. The space The open plan layout of each chalet combines a large, modern kitchen area with gas stove and oven and ample workspace, a casual dining area with a wood-burning fireplace and a comfy L-shaped lounge area that looks out over your private deck to the veld beyond. Each deck has its own private braai area and outdoor dining table as well as sun-loungers. Each chalet has a spacious bedroom with a super-king bed (that can also be converted to twin beds if you let us know. The bathroom leads off the bedroom with a shower, toilet and basin, complete with our luxury, Eco-friendly toiletry range. We are able to accommodate 2 - 3 adults per chalet (with the 3rd adult sleeping on the sofa in the lounge). Alternatively, families with children under 12 would be able to sleep 2 smaller kids on the L-shaped sofa. Please let us know when making your booking. Guest access We have a central entertainment building which has a swimming pool, surrounded by deck and sun-loungers. Inside we have a communal kitchen which you are free to use as a group (or we can arrange a chef if this tickles your tastebuds!). There is an open plan bar, dining room and lounge area with a wood-burning fire to keep you toasty warm during the cooler months. Last but not least, we have our sandy, raised boma area with a large central fire-pit - ideal for telling stories, toasting marshmallows, stargazing and enjoying a drink or two! Other things to note PLEASE NOTE : Access to all our lodges is via a farm dirt road. We are a working farm so road conditions are variable. The access road to the cottages is accessible with a normal sedan-type car but low rise vehicles will struggle.