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Budget Getaways Review
Gracing the upper edges of the Sabie River Valley and its gobsmacking views towards God’s Window and the Drakensberg, the location of this all-in-one getaway comes close to perfect.
Set on a 22ha smallholding, with a boutique wine and craft beer stall on site, your accommodation comes courtesy of six tastefully packaged self-catering units.
First up and well suited to couples, are the Windmill Cottages. These three units offer both twin and King options. Each is privately positioned in pleasant garden surrounds, with kitchenette, ensuite shower, aircon, heating, and percale linen as standard. Outside, you’ve got a covered stoep and braai.
Windmill Farmhouse and Windmill Self-Catering House are larger units sleeping six and eight, respectively.
Farmhouse offers two twin bedrooms and a main King bedroom - all ensuite. Self-Catering House has four twin bedrooms and two shared bathrooms. Unlike the Farmhouse, there is no heating or aircon in this one. Common to both are large open-plan living areas, equipped kitchens and wooden decks with gorgeous views over the valley.
Sitting a little outside the Budget Getaways price limit is Windmill Honeymoon Cottage - a luxurious and über romantic spot. Tucked away and sporting a private plunge pool, percale-decked King bed and bath with a view, this is your go-to for something a little more special.
All the above come with a B&B option if you’re up for a hearty breakfast.
For local action, your hosts are on hand to advise. The list includes some awesome natural sites - Blyde River Canyon and Kruger’s Phabeni Gate (25km) among them - and more organised activities, such as an Elephant Sanctuary, aerial cable trail, hot air ballooning, and more.
If you’re looking for a good reason to get to the heart of the Lowveld, look no further than Windmill Wine Shop and Cottages.
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