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Budget Getaways Review
Whether you’re hitting the legendary MTB trails at Harkerville, or just looking for a chill-out spot off the main track between Plett and Knysna, Blackwood Lodge throws some punch as a mix of the convenient, neat and tidy, and the tranquil.
Backed by a small forest of blackwood trees and suitably removed from the main homestead, this cozy two-sleeper clapboard cottage is fronted by a shady deck that leads down to a green spread of lawn - good spot to collapse after a day burning up the trails.
Hobbling indoors, you’ve got a comfy living area and open-plan equipped kitchen with micro, two-plate stove, fridge, etc.
There’s a double bedroom with ensuite shower, loo and basin, plus double sleeper couch in the lounge for the kids. All linen and towels are provided.
There's no lack of action in and around Blackwood. Staying within a 5km radius, there's the popular Harkerville Saturday Farmers' Market, (food, food, and more food), The Garden of Eden (big trees and walks), the Kranshoek viewpoint (vistas, walks and picnic area), and a smorgasbord of colour-coded Harkerville single track. And then of course, there's Plett itself 15 kays down the way - beaches, restaraunts, shops.
Comfy and compact, a good option away from the Garden Route masses.
"Great Hospitality! We enjoyed the perfect location for exploring the coast and the forest! Very relaxing to come home to after a day of events in the bustle of Plett and surrounding towns. Ensure you make time for soaking up the nature on the farm."
(visited April 2015)
"Very clean and comfortable accommodation. Fully equipped for self catering. Although not on the coast it is situated in a very relaxed wooded environment. Derrick and Cynthia were great hosts."
(visited February 2015)
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