Southern Africa Blog

BOSMAN WEEKEND 15-17 OCTOBER 2010

Be sure not to miss out on this forthcoming Marico event, the Bosman weekend, now in it’s sixteenth year. It is endeavoured is to present this celebration as an intercalary event , outside the successive flow of time - a present linking past and future - in short, a piece of eternity tied up in gift wrapping for your delectation.

Bookings are now open for the Bosman Weekend in October in Groot Marico.

It will be noticed that the format remains similar to that of previous years, but an attempt has been made to bring about a renewal of content. Well known actor Eric Nobbs makes his debut as Oom Schalk Lourens and Angus Douglas acts in a new performance written by him and Tim Sandham.

This year the programme for the annual Bosman Weekend will be featuring an interesting variety of performances, lectures, workshops, an art exhibition and music. There will also be time to share at a leisurely pace, the company, the ambience of bush and fireplace - and excellent performances by well known artists included in the weekend package.

The show on Saturday night will feature David Butler in a totally revamped version of “Teacher in the Bushveld’ directed by Nicky Rebello. From the plains of the Karroo perennial favourite Antoinette Pienaar will grace this year’s Festival with her stories and songs and as usual local members of the Bosman Society will be in attendance (entertainment in its own right)

The entertainment is all based on the Bosman inspiration: the atmosphere and culinary fare promise to be authentic Marico bosveld.

Click here to find more info on the actors and shows.

For accommodation in Groot Marico try out Orange Blossom Guest Farm or Madikwena Game Farm & Crocodile Farm.

Enjoy a summer special at the Montagu Country Hotel…

Guests can experience the healing water of the mineral pool.  The Wellness Centre specialises in health treatments, and boasts a steam room and mineral bath. Explore the wine route in chauffeur driven Cadillac. Modern conference facilities for up to 60 delegates.

Classic Rooms from R350 pp Bed and Breakfast, Luxury Rooms from R500 pp Bed and Breakfast.

Click here for more information and contact details.

4 STAR WORLD CLASS SELF-CATERING COTTAGES…all with Jacuzzi/hydro spa baths with views from the spa.

Forest Valley Cottages are situated in Kynsna on the Garden Route. They offer you the perfect spot for a honeymoon or just a romantic, relaxing holiday.

Current special: stay for 6 nights, get the 7^th night free.

Click here for more information and contact details.

November/December Special at Rose Well Spa in the Magaliesburg…

Standard Room R395 per person per night sharing bed and breakfast. Minimum of a two night stay over weekends.

Valid until the 15 December 2009.

Click here for more information and contact details.

Hartbeespoort Dam, North West Province

Why not treat yourself and your friends or family to an unforgettable night in an authentically restored oxwagon, with a panoramic view of Hartebeespoort Dam and the Magaliesberg Mountains? This promises to be uniquely South African traditional experience.

They also do weddings, reunions, year end parties, conferences and workshops.

Click here for contact details and more information about The Oxwagon Lodge.

Western Cape Winelands

Zevenwacht Wine Estate offers both Guesthouse and Self-Catering accommodation. Choose from luxury air conditioned suites, with private terraces and uninterrupted views of Table Bay and False Bay; or a self-catering chalet with four en-suite bedrooms which is set high on the slopes with a spectacular view of the environs and the vineyards; or one of seven comfortable cottages, each with three double bedrooms and en suite bathrooms sharing a charming lounge.

Click here for contact details and more information about Zevenwacht Wine Estate.

Pontac Manor Hotel & Restaurant, situated in the heart of the winelands in Paarl, Western Cape, is a four-star boutique hotel housed in a magnificent Victorian Manor House.

They currently have a ‘Romantic Night’ special where you will be welcomed with a glass of bubbly, whilst a fruit platter & sweet treats await you in your room. This evening, enjoy a romantic 4-course candle-light dinner. Retire to the privacy of your DELUXE room. In the morning, enjoy a full buffet breakfast before leaving to explore the wonders of the winelands at your own pace – an info-pack on Paarl & the region is provided.

All this for only R740 pps (1 May 2009 to 30 Sept 2009) or R975 pps (1 Oct 2009 to 30 Apr 2010).

Click here for more information and contact details.

Castellon Guesthouse is a stunning upmarket Guesthouse nestled on the Rietvlei Wetland Nature Reserve, in Bloubergstrand, Western Cape. Here peace and tranquility reign and flamingoes, pelicans, guinea fowls, francolins & many other bird species frequent.

Contact them to take advantage of their winter special - couple at R695.00 per night, single person at R580.00 per night.

Click here for more information and contact details of Castellon Guesthouse.

La Cabriere Country House, situated in Franschhoek, in the Western Cape, is a haven of peace and tranquility, nestled amongst farms and vineyards with panoramic, uninterrupted views of the valley and the beautiful Franschhoek mountains, yet within close walking distance of the village where some of the world’s best restaurants are to be found.

They have a special on for March 2009 - 10% discount for a stay of 2 or more nights in any of their rooms.

Click here for more photos and information on La Cabriere Country House.

Welcome to Stellenbosch Apartments! Stellenbosch Apartments is located in the heart of the winelands, in Stellenbosch, Western Cape.

They offer excellent rates at R800 per flat - sleeps 4 people in two bedroom with 4 single beds