 Executive Getaway
The 4 Pointers
It is important to know what to look out for when you are planning your next getaway, romantic or executive, so that you know what it is you are going to get as well as what to expect. That the two actually match. Getting to your destinatoin and the rooms are smaller than expected or as seen in the brochure or the venue has more people there when it was promoted as a quite and secluded venue, is sure to upset the visitor no end.
Here are some pointers to assist you to make the right decision. This is a subjective view, but one that will surely help you with your choice.
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An Overview
The Feathered Nest is a privately owned and run guest farm. Much pride and care has been taken in the acquisition and restoration of this original late 1800's farmhouse, with wooden floors and pressed metal ceilings surrounded by 120 hectares of unspoilt land, with a river bisecting bushveld and grasslands.
Aptly named The Feathered Nest, we focus on birding, as well as the provision of cozy accommodation to those honeymooners, couples or families wanting the ideal private break-away in celebration of an occasion or just to get some space and sanity away from the rat race.
Being a privately owned and run estate, we specialise in pampered attention for special occasions, because there is only one opportunity to celebrate your 10th wedding anniversary (your 25th, or any other anniversary for that matter); your honeymoon, birthday or any special occasion. It has to be right - first time.
Be sure to read our Guest Book, as this is a reflection of sentiments our guests have for our services and "specialties":
Gourmet Meals
Our gourmet meals are "almost famous" as this is one of the areas we pay close attention to. When you make your booking, the questions asked at the time will assist us in establishing what your allergies, dislikes and special dietary requirements are, example, vegetarian.
Personalised Service
Our specialty: Being a privately owned establishment, this is our hallmark. As we cater for small groups or families we can focus on PERSONALISED SERVICE and hence make it most pleasurable.
Emphasis on Privacy
Our cottages are nestled amongst the trees and are spaced strategically to allow for total privacy. The dining room is configured for comfortable, "un-crowded" dining.
Activities
Our focus is on pampered attention and relaxing in privacy and to this end bird watching and walking on the estate fit the bill.
An alternative to walking is to take a guided quad ride around the farm, where you can see the farm from a totally different vantage point. These are automatic Quad bikes that are quiet, eco-friendly and easy to ride by both guys and gals - no previous experience needed. Certainly a great experience and fun to get around on.
Then, we also offer the service of booking ballooning trips, Elephant back Safaris and tree-top Canopy Tours to fill your day or to add to your adventure and trip at the end of your stay with us (all a manageable drive away). For the less energetic/adventurous we have bird watching and short trails for hiking on the farm.
Spacious accommodation
Our accommodation has been constructed in an open-plan design with a large (two person) bath, open-air shower, private garden and a conver-sation area. One thing not lacking is space.
The Name
The Feathered Nest was chosen as a name for our farm as we are passionately involved in birding and have a large population on the farm itself. Together with our efforts to assist injured and maimed birds, we thought it apt to call the farm The Feathered Nest.
The Bird Sanctury Centre
This is an ongoing project we have undertaken as a community service and a passion of ours to help nature cope with some of Man's mistakes and sometimes selfishness. We take in and rehabilitate injured birds in our 'sanctuary' and if they are able to be released this we undertake too. More often than not, we have to care for them and this takes time and funding. We call on funds from institutions and private persons alike - to build/sponsor aviaries and contribute to the purchase of food as well as assisting with the veterinary services/fees.
The Location
We are based just outside the main Rustenburg area, halfway between Rustenburg and Magaliesburg in the tranquil mountains at the tail end of the Magaliesberg range on a private estate on 120 hectares of prime land. Being just a 90 minute scenic drive from either Johannesburg or Pretoria, makes this an ideal break-away destination. Explicit directions are forwarded, once a booking has been secured.
The Climate
Situated in a transition zone combining the climates of the highveld, bushveld and semi-desert, our specific climate is somewhat eclectic. Ranging from hot summer days with afternoon thunderstorms and rain, to crisp dry winter days where early morning frost is a common visitor warming to midday temperatures that allow t-shirts as the norm. The climate is warm to tropical with summer temperatures averaging between 25°C and 35°C during the months of November to January, and the temperatures can rise to + 30°C. A "hot" day can be considered 38°C.
Our nights are comfortably warm. Winter evenings can be cold but our winters are rather short, starting in May ‘til August (where the colder months are June and July) and the winters are actually "eased into and out of". The average rainfall in the region is 550 ml per year, with the height of the rainy season being from January to March. The Feathered Nest is situated in a "non malaria" area.
Our winter season begins towards the end of April ’til September with September 1st being the official first day of spring. South Africa is blessed to have terrific weather most of the year round.
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Original turn-of-the-century farmhouse
The dining room where scrumptious gourmet meals are served
Gourmet meals are our specialty - where we pay attention to your detail
Our pool at night from the back porch
Our refreshing, sparkling pool
Bird watching and walking trails
Quad bike riding in the hills
Magnificent views of the rolling mountains
The main farmhouse at night
Elephant safaris
Ballooning in the early morning
Canopy Tours in Magaliesberg
Wood fire braais (BBQ's) in
close proximity to the bar area |
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Affordable car hire whether
you're planning a holiday,
a self-drive adventure or
going on a business trip,
we'll provide a first-rate
vehicle at a competitive rate.
