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Budget Getaways Review
Lying in the very pretty Keisie valley about 20km from Montagu, Harmonie offers a private rustic-luxury stay, with the emphasis definitely more on 'luxury' than 'rustic', because as the blurb rightly states Harmonie is the "perfect choice for those who just want to get away from it all without sacrificing comfort and luxury."
There are two double bedrooms, both ensuite and kitted with linen and towels and electric blankets for winter - summer as well if you suffer from a metabolic disorder.
The living area is light and open-plan, featuring a fireplace/indoor braai (naturally), leather couches, DSTV (bring own card), free Wifi (!), a well-equipped kitchen (with dishwasher nogal), and brilliant vineyard-mountain views from just about every window.
Ducking outside, the magnificent outlook is exploited to the max by the long shaded stoep with built-in braai.
Venturing past the stoep and the green lawns, a platter of activity awaits you, including a dip in the farm dam, walks in the mountains, exploring the valley on your bike (which you've sensibly brought along), booking your seat on the famous Montagu tractor ride (5km up the road), or taking a cruise into town (20km) for a slap-up meal.
Again, as the advertised blurb states, "This self-catering cottage on a wine farm named Harmonie will not disappoint." We would tend to agree.
"A luxury cottage in a fabulous setting. Extremely well-equipped and comfortable. Interesting location in the heart of a working farm - bustling during the day, silent and peaceful at night. Convenient to Montagu and Route 62."
(visited April 2012)
"We spent a most delightful weekend at Harmonie Cottage. As a matter of fact, we extended our stay by a day as we could not tear ourselves away from the beautiful setting and the very cosy and comfy cottage. How refreshing to find a cottage that is clean and furnished with new furniture and appliances instead of the usual 'hand me downs'. The view of the mountain is breathtaking and we will most certainly return for an extended stay. Ten out of ten to the hosts for sharing their little piece of heaven with visitors at a reasonable rate and for all the attention to detail to make one's stay as pleasant as possible."
(visited September 2011)
"Wonderful accommodation with everything in the cottage you could ask for - and more! Unsurpassed peace and tranquility with breathtaking mountain view. This is one of the few places out of the very many we've been to that we plan to visit again."
(visited August 2011)
"Spent a very relaxed long winter weekend here, one of the nicest places we've found. Everything the other commenters say is true. Montagu's Saturday morning market was a surprise bonus. Be warned (delighted): there's no cellphone coverage on the farm."
(visited August 2011)
"What a gem we have found at Harmonie cottage. We have already booked another weekend! 5 stars on every level!"
(visited June 2011)
"How lovely to find this spot in the country where not only were we very warmly welcomed, but our two medium to large dogs as well. There are very few pet-friendly spots of this caliber. The cottage is exceptionally well furnished, with very nice attention to detail."
(visited May 2011)
"For us there is no better place to relax and gain strength than Harmonie! We never want to leave and on the date of our departure we are planning our next visit already. We experience peace and harmony in the beautiful setting of the farm like nowhere else. We truly love the place and the hospitality we experience there every time. You find all you need and more when you come to Schorps Harmonie Cottage. What are you waiting for?"
(visited December 2010)
"If you haven't booked a stay at Harmonie Cottage, what are you waiting for!? Its a perfect romantic getaway if you want privacy, or an ideal relaxed atmosphere after spending the whole day at the wine festival. Perfect in every way!"
(visited October 2010)
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