A luxurious wilderness lodge with panoramic views over the Cederberg Mountains
Simbavati Cederberg Ridge overlooks the natural fynbos area of a 3.000 ha farm with the Cederberg Wilderness Reserve beyond. An ideal romantic destination, this lodge offers luxurious suites with a sleep-out option on a terrace under the starry sky. The modern farmhouse boasts vaulted ceilings, wooden beams, large French windows, and natural textures. A restaurant with a dining deck overlooks the garden and mountains and offers an authentic farm-to-table foodie experience featuring local flavours and a seasonal menu. This stay is the perfect base to explore Cederberg's rock art and surrounding rooibos farms with guided walks, sunset boat cruises, and mountain biking.
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Best time to go to South Africa
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South Africa is a year-round destination with excellent weather conditions. The best time to visit can depend on your activity of choice. Lengthy summer days are best spent at the stunning Cape beaches, while both whale watching and game viewing are best in the dry winter months. On the south coast, visitors can expect wetter winters but enjoy various outdoor activities in the Mediterranean climate summer, while the north-eastern coast’s subtropical climate and surrounding savannah plains offer humid summers which are ideal for birding.
Rooms
Classic Courtyard Room
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Located in the lodge’s main building, the Classic Courtyard Room looks out onto the courtyard and offers guests the convenience of being close to lodge facilities. The room offers king-sized or twin beds and it is wheelchair friendly with ample space to move. Amenities include air-conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, wifi, and more.
Classic Room
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The 2 Classic Rooms are ideal for those who want to be close to the lodge’s facilities while still having stunning views of the garden and the distant mountains. These elegant rooms are in the main homestead and come with a full en-suite bathroom with a bath, shower, and double vanity.
Luxury Suite
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This luxurious suite offers king-size or twin-size beds, and an en-suite bathroom with an inside and outside shower. Guests can also enjoy an outside terrace, an inside seating area, and underfloor heating. Amenities include a minibar, air-conditioning, a wood-burning fireplace, tea and coffee facilities, and wifi.
Superior Suite
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Although the Superior Suites have the same décor and facilities as the Luxury Suites, they are a little larger and detached, and have perks like a larger terrace. Amenities include air-conditioning, a wood-burning fireplace, a sitting area, a dressing area, a full bathroom with an outdoor shower, and a terrace.
Superior Honeymoon Suite
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The Superior Honeymoon Suite is the largest and most luxurious on offer, featuring king-size or twin-size beds, an en-suite bathroom with underfloor heating, a separate sitting room, and a large terrace overlooking the mountains. It has all the amenities of the Luxury Suites and can be combined to accommodate larger groups upon request.
Superior Pool Suite
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The Superior Pool Suite comes with king-size or twin-size beds and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Guests also have a seating area, underfloor heating, an outside terrace, and a day bed on the deck. Amenities include a minibar, air-conditioning, a wood-burning fireplace, tea and coffee facilities, and wifi.