Otter's Bend in Bonnievale, Western Cape (original) (raw)

Otter's Bend is a highly recommended property for self catering in Bonnievale for anyone visiting the Breede River Valley region.

About Otter's Bend

Otter's Bend offers accommodation nestled on the edge of a dam with panoramic views over vineyards to the Langeberg Mountains. They are spacious, comfortable and equipped with all basic facilities. We cater for couples, groups and families with children.

Situated on a wine and fruit farm, in the beautiful Breede River Valley, the serene and peaceful surroundings encourage guests to relax and unwind after a day of visiting the many attractions of the area. The dam is available for swimming, or paddle skiing. Bird watching is a popular pastime

Otter's Bend is only 14 kms from the supermarkets and restaurants of Bonnievale and is the perfect base for excursions to the popular wine cellars of the valley, as well as day visits to Swellendam, Montagu, Robertson and McGregor.

ACCOMMODATION

There are two self catering cottages each sleeping six guests.

The comfortable lounge overlooks the dam and mountains. There is a small fireplace in the lounge. The main bedroom has a double bed and a lovely view.

The second bedroom is a spacious room containing two sets of bunk beds, thus sleeping 4 guests. The bunks are standard single size beds and the top ones are high enough to enable an adult to sit comfortably on the lower beds. Both bedrooms have wall heaters.

The convenience of our guests is assured with a bathroom, with bath and shower and a separate toilet. Linen and towels are provided. The kitchen is equipped with all basic utensils. The front patio has a portable braai (barbecue).

Notes

Regret no pets allowed.

Attractions and Activities

There are numerous wine festivals throughout the year, including the very popular Wacky Wine Weekend taking place every first weekend of June. Tasting is available at the cellars and several have restaurants attached. A very exciting new gem in the wine valley is Lozarn - 5km from Otter's Bend - tasting by appointment only. Bonnievale holds a cycling event annually and craft markets abound in the region. Further afield is a tractor trip up the mountains - an unforgettable experience. Bonnievale has a 9 hole golf course.