Do you want the privacy of your own up-market place whilst enjoying the beautiful relaxed atmosphere of Montagu?

A luxurious four star self catering "home away from home" is conveniently situated in walking distance to all amenities, close to the nearby wine farms, Avalon Hot Springs and majestic mountain walks.

It also features a large lounge with a fireplace, fully equipped modern kitchen with granite top and 3 large bedrooms, two with en-suite bathrooms.

A large lush rose garden with full mountain views, BBQ/braai area, teak patio furniture and tree shaded outdoor makes this a perfect getaway for a mature family or friends looking to capture the essence of Montagu.

THINGS TO DO

General

  • Montagu Hot Mineral Springs
    Tel: 023 614 1150
    3 km outside Montagu. Situated at the entrance to Bad Kloof you have a choice of hot (43°c) or cold pools. Day visitors are welcome.  NOTE: Since the floods in December 2008, the springs have been closed for renovations.
  • Mirihof Olive Farm
    Tel: 023 614 2512
    Buy your olives, olive oil and delicious tapenade at Mirihof Guest House and Olive Farm situated in Long Street in the heart of Montagu.
  • Montagu Dried Fruit factory
    Tel: 023 614 2862
    A self guided tour through Montagu Dried Fruit factory with tasting of the products. There’s a wonderful outlet where you can shop to your hearts delight.
  • Montagu Market
    Featuring a mix of local craft, plants, fresh produce and much more. This is a wonderful way to spend your Saturday morning in Montagu.
    Every Saturday from 8am to 1pm in Euvrard Park, Bath Street.

Museums

  • Joubert House (oldest local dwelling)
    Tel: 023 614 1774
    Address: 25 Long Street,  Montagu
  • Montagu Museum
    Tel: 023 614 1950
    Address: 41 Long Street,   Montagu

Rock Climbing

  • Montagu offers some of the best climbing in the Western Cape with many crags that vary in grade and steepness with excellent quality rock.  See Climb ZA www.climb.co.za for full details
    All Montagu Climbing Route Descriptions here
  • Guided Climbs & Climbing instruction contact Justin – Tel: 082 696 4067 / justin@climb.co.za

Hiking Trails/Walks

  • Walk up to Old English Fort & Plaque in honour of Thomas Bain
    Situated on top of the tunnel in Cogmanskloof to the entrance of Montagu from Ashton’s direction. The fort was declared a monument in 1999.  The Plaque in honour of Thomas Bain -   Engineer and constuctor of Cogmanskloof and tunnel  is situated on the left side of the road directly next to the the tunnel on the Montagu side.
  • Aasvoëlkrans Trail
    Approximately 1½ hours.
  • Bessiekop
    1.2km circular walk in the Nature Garden. Begins and ends behind the tea garden.
  • Bloupunt Trail
    15.6km circular hike – approximately 6 to 9 hours. Begins at Ou Meul.
  • Cogmanskloof Trail
    12.1 km circular hike – approximately 4 to 6 hours.
  • Bad Kloof to Avalon Springs
    2.2kms and begins in Barry Street. A stunning scenic walk through Baths Kloof to the Springs.
  • Nature Garden
    Van Riebeeck Street.  Ideal for bird watching.
  • Guided Hikes – Tell: 082 696 4067 (ClimbZA)

Bicycle Hire

  • Montagu Cycle Hire
    R75 per day
    Tel: 083 702 5465 (Alan Brown)
    Town rides “see the sights”,  off-road & tar tours, maps to help you or go with a guide

Restaurants – Breakfast & Lunches

  • The Padstall (The Kloof Farmstall)
    Tel: 023 614 2209
    Address: 1 Long Street, Montagu
    Info: Farmstall, breakfasts, light lunches, confectionery. Licenced.
  • The Rambling Rose
    Tel: 023 614 3438
    Address: 36 Long Street, Montagu
    Info: Breakfast, lunch, tea. Licenced coffee shop and tea garden.
  • The Orchard / Die Boord
    Address: Long Street, Montagu
  • Die Stal
    Tel: 082 324 4318
    Address: 8 km out of Montagu
    Info: great service and food – on the stoep-with natural and local ingredients
  • Weltevrede

Restaurants – Dinners

  • Bella Monta Restaurant & Pub
    Tel: 023 614 2941,
    Address: Market Street, Montagu
  • Jessica’s
    Tel: 023 614 1805,
    Address: 47 Bath Street, Montagu
  • Prestons Restaurant & Pub
    Tel: 023 614 3013,
    Address: 17 Bath Street, Montagu
  • The Docks
    Tel: 023 614 3360, Address: 80 Bath Street, Montagu
  • The Vic 1906 Hotel
    Tel: 023 614 2440
  • Tempeltons – The Four Oaks
  • The Montagu Country Hotel
  • Bourbon Street
    Address: Robertson

Wine Farms

There are many many more but below are our favorites

PHOTO GALLERY
 
Rose Cottage Lounge Rose Cottage


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Hands on Harvest
24-26 February 2012

Wacky Wine Weekend
7-10 June 2012

Robertson Slow
10-12 August 2012

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15-16 September 2012

Wine on River
19-21 October 2012

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