Flower filled gardens, sunlight-dappled lawns and comfortable rooms, all in close proximity to the waterfalls and fresh water streams of the Dullstroom Highlands – if this sounds too good to be true, don’t fret, as you can find this idyllic set-up at Treelands Abbey.
Located in the scenic town of Dullstroom, just a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Johannesburg, Treelands Abbey is a small piece of paradise just waiting to be discovered.
Situated on the edge of the Dullstroom Nature Reserve, guests can enjoy meandering mountain walks, trout fly-fishing, scenic hikes, mountain biking, horse riding and breath-taking waterfalls.
The enchanting hamlet, which dates back to the early 1880’s, is situated 2 100 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest towns in the country, and giving it its nickname of the ‘place of eternal mist’.
Treelands Abbey is one of four different Treelands Accommodation venues and offers romantic, up-market, family-friendly units.
Decorated in traditional brown stone, the units have an English cottage look and are surrounded by trees and green lawns. Each unit has Wi-Fi access and secure private parking. The Abbey units consist of two Super King Studios, a self-catering Cabin, a one bedroom unit and a three bedroom unit.
Tranquil accommodation at Treelands Abbey
The Super King Studios offer king-size bedrooms each with an en-suite bathroom. The first Super King Studio can sleep four guests, while the second studio accommodates two guests. Both studios have a lounge, dining room, kitchenette, indoor fireplace and TV.
The wood and stone, self-catering cabin is perfect for a family of four. There is a large bedroom with a king-size bed and a loft-style mezzanine with two single beds for the children. The cabin boasts an open plan lounge and a fully-equipped kitchen with TV and DStv, as well as a large, private patio with a built in braai.
The one bedroom unit offers a king-size bed and en-suite and can sleep two people. While the three bedroom unit offers three large bedrooms and three bathrooms and accommodates six people. Both units have a lounge, kitchenette, braai area and TV.
All of the rooms at Treelands Abbey are neat, crisp and clean, with fresh white linen. Each accommodation unit has a fireplace or braai area and an outdoor area where guests can sit and soak up the sun. Fire wood is supplied to all the cottages, while electric blankets are available on request.
Explore the surroundings of Dullstroom
Situated in the centre of town the Treeland Abbey units are in walking distance to the many unique and quirky shops and restaurants of Dullstroom.
In order to get the full experience, I would recommend that guests go on a mountain bike ride, which starts right on the door-step of Treelands. There is also a golf and trout estate just 10 minutes outside of Dullstroom, where you can have a round of golf or go Rainbow and Brown trout flyfishing.
There are two awe-inspiring waterfalls, both just an hour’s drive from Dullstroom. They are the Battery Creek Falls in Kaapsehoop, which is a 30 metre high waterfall and the Lone Creek Falls in Sabie, a 68 metre high waterfall.
With its spectacular location, beautiful scenery, comfortable rooms and wide selection of activities on offer, you will have to pinch yourself that Treelands Abbey really exists.
For bookings, call 082 469 8478 or visit: www.treelands.co.za today.
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