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Explore where the Indian Ocean and the Breede River meet.
Experience the uniqueness of being surrounded by river, mountains and fynbos.
This is the Mudlark River Front Lodge a place of beauty, peace and comfort. Experience a soul rejuvenating getaway in the serenity and seclusion of the Mudlark Lodge, only 3 hours from Cape Town. |
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| Tel 028-5421161 Fax 028-5421619 Cell 082-7330236 E-mail info@mudlark.co.za Web www.mudlark.co.za |
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The lodge is situated on a 22 hectare property, part of the Breede River conservancy and nestles on the river bank about 2kms from the tiny villages of Witsand and Infanta, situated on opposite banks of the river mouth. |
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This situation is unique in that no other habitation can be seen and the lodge has magnificent views up and down the estuary. The lodge faces north and is protected from the prevailing sea breezes, it is surrounded by fynbos on three sides and the river in front. |
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The Mudlark consists of a central timber lodge containing the entertainment and dining areas. There is a lounge with fire place for those chilly winter evenings, DSTV is provided. The communal dining area overlooks the river so it is breakfast with a view. There is also a relaxing lounge with river views and a small congenial bar for guests use only, where one can spend the evening in the company of new found friends. Outside is a large covered leisure deck with exceptional views, where one can laze the day away or enjoy sundowners as one watches the fiery sun dip behind the Potberg Mountains. With accommodation for a maximum of 10 guests this is really getting away from the crowds.
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The 5 comfortable double rooms also of timber construction are sited of both sides of the main lodge, all have river views and separate entrances. The rooms contain single or double beds, all are en-suite. Each room is exquisitely decorated with delicate finishes that will remind one of home.
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Enjoy a hearty home cooked English breakfast and a three course dinner featuring local fare harvested from both the river and the ocean, traditional specialities include oysters, fresh line fish, calamari, and ostrich. Lunch is also available on request. Hilary our chef and owner was trained in England and specializes in Country cuisine. She was the top chef in the Overberg Chef of the Year 2000 competition, Guest House category. Meals are taken in the dining room and braais are sometimes done alfresco on the deck. If you are out for the day picnic lunches can be arranged.
Great hospitality and individual service is what guests far away from home experience.
The Mudlark is owned and managed by your friendly hosts Hilary and Tim, both will go out of there way to make your stay relaxing and memorable. |
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| Tel 028-5421161 Fax 028-5421619 Cell 082-7330236 E-mail info@mudlark.co.za Web www.mudlark.co.za |
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| Take the N2 from Cape Town past Caledon and throught Riviersonderend to just before Swellendam. There is a road sign showing Infanta, Malagas, turn right and follow the Infanta signs for 64.4 kms to the Mudlark River Front Lodge. |
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The Breede River is the top estuary fishing destination in the Cape.
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Sundowner cruises, guided fishing and dinghies hire are available. |
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Whale watching. The most Southern Right Whales in South Africa are to be seen in St Sebastian Bay from June to November, only a 2km walk or drive.
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Beautiful swimming beaches are a stroll away.
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Horse riding trails through the Conservancy are available.
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There are wonderful walks along the river bank and in the surrounding fynbos.
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Bird watchers paradise where 196 species have been recorded.
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The De Hoop Nature Reserve a world heritage site is our neighbour.
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Rates from R550 all inclusive of a full English breakfast and 3 course dinner.
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Lunch available on request.
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| Malgas Accommodation Overberg Mudlark River Front Lodge Guest House |
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