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Avani Private Nature Reserve

Lodge Hermanus · Western Cape
Avani Private Nature Reserve
Avani Private Nature Reserve
Avani Private Nature Reserve

About

Eco-friendly self-catering accommodation in a fynbos nature reserve featuring thatched rondavels, each with a private wood-burning hot tub for stargazing. Located 1 hour from Cape Town.

Accommodation

Seven thatched rondavels built with cob and straw bale construction, sleeping 2-6 guests per unit. All include fully equipped kitchenware, bedding, towels, and ample firewood. Most not wheelchair accessible; Truffle is accessible. Self-catering; guests provide own consumables.

Facilities

Private wood-burning hot tubs, communal swimming pool, hiking trails, and river hikes. Catfish fishing available. Reserved parking. TV and Wi-Fi intentionally excluded for tranquility.

Location & Surroundings

Bot River area with rolling hills and vast skies. 1 hour from Cape Town, 38 minutes from Hermanus, 15 minutes from Caledon and Botrivier. Botrivier Wine Route features award-winning wines and nearby restaurants. Regional activities include cycling, whale watching, golf, and guided photography tours.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 11:00
Children: Not allowed
Pets: Not allowed
Smoking: Not allowed

Rooms

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel

Parrastoel is a large private unit set on the top of a hill with endless vistas. It can sleep up to 6 people. It consists of 2 en-suite bedrooms and an indoor wood-burning hot tub and fireplace/braai.

King x 1 Queen x 1 Sofa x 1
From
R2,410

Avani Lodge - Hedgehog

Price per unit. Being predominantly cob-build, the temperature inside is very moderate. Named after a very tasty mushroom, Hedgehog will surprise you with amazing views in a tranquil setting. Only 2 p

Double x 1
From
R2,170

Avani Lodge - Magic

This unit is for two people only. Magic has a bathroom/shower en-suite inside and a spacious under roof braai/dining area outside. The private, secluded stargazing Hot Tub is set on a deck overlooking

Double x 1
From
R1,928

Avani Lodge - Hen Of The Wood

Cob-rondavels being predominantly cob-build, the temperature inside is very moderate. Hen-of-the-wood provides a private hot tub in a cosy and sublime atmosphere to recharge your batteries. Only 2 per

Double x 1
From
R1,928

Avani Lodge - Oyster

Cob-rondavels being predominantly cob-build, the temperature inside is very moderate. Oyster provides a spacious atmosphere to recharge your batteries. Only 2 persons per unit. Wood-burning hot tub an

Double x 1
From
R1,928

Avani Lodge - Pine Ring

Cob-rondavels being predominantly cob-build, the temperature inside is very moderate. Staying in this cob-rondavel will awaken your senses to serenity and space. Only 2 persons per unit. No children.

Double x 1
From
R1,928

Location

Address

Bot River area, Botrivier, Western Cape

Hermanus Guide →
Sleeps 20

Activities

Wine Tasting Hiking Swimming Whale Watching Golf Horse Riding Scuba Diving Mountain Biking Cycling Kayaking River Hiking Catfish Fishing Photography Tours

Facilities

Swimming Pool Free Parking

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