McGregor Snapshot
Over the past few years, the tiny 19th century village of McGregor has fashioned itself as something of a centre for alternative healing and spirituality, attracting individuals in search of enlightenment, deeper meaning, or, at the very least, a temporary illusion thereof. Despite the subtle facelift, McGregor still has the quaint personality of a turn-of-the-century village where time has been sedated and priorities postponed to the day after tomorrow: preserved white-washed cottages doze in unkempt gardens, water trickles down old irrigation channels, and the streets are all potholed dirt.
Things To Do
- McGregor is one of those weekend getaways where time is irrelevant and every idle moment well spent. Enjoy.
- The area has several hiking trails pegged at different motivational and fitness levels. The Boesmanskloof is best known: a beautiful 14km route linking McGregor and Greyton. Most approach the hike as an out-and-back-route, overnighting in Greyton and returning the following day. Advance booking and permits can be arranged by getting in touch with CapeNature. Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve also has one or two of its own trails, plus an easy mountain bike route and two bird hides.
- Several coffee shops and restaurants have mushroomed in the village, all fine for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.
- The McGregor Winery is open for tasting and sales through the week and Saturday mornings. For something more novel head along to Tanagra Wine Farm (4.5km from the village) for a grappa tasting..
- Get yourself a map and cycle the scenic dirt roads in the area; there are several informal circular options of a moderate gradient.
Tanagra Wine & Guest Farm
McGregor, Western Cape
Let's cut straight to the chase with a few choice quotes posted on that little known website called Tripadvisor. “Lovely place, exceptional hosts, don't miss it!”; “Couldn't ask for ...
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From R1250 to R3000, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Wild Almond Cottage
McGregor, Western Cape
This character cottage on a quiet McGregor street, oozes a great deal of rural charm, places you right in the centre of the village, yet you're surrounded by tranquil gardens and a distinctl...
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From R385 per person nightly for the cottage.
Fossil Hills Farm Accommodation
McGregor, Western Cape
Up for a few days in the fossil-filled koppies of McGregor? Stone Cottage, Aloe Cottage, Lavender Cottage, Lemon Tree Cottage, Pinotage House, Tango Guesthouse and now the recently...
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From R1400 to R5600, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Klipspringer
McGregor, Western Cape
Best we set the record straight before we get cracking on this one: those new low-profiles on your Corsa bakkie ain’t going to cut the mustard here. Klipspringer on the Groot Toren mountain top ...
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R1500 nightly for the cottage. No children allowed.
The Barn, McGregor
McGregor, Western Cape
The Barn McGregor is a self-catering unit, a quaintly rebuilt and renovated old farm shed or barn, with sash windows with shutters and dark beamed ceilings. The Barn can accommodate up to 5 guests and...
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From R1340 to R2625, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Chalcedony
McGregor, Western Cape
Chalcedony Guest House lies on the edge of the Krans Nature Reserve and overlooks the small village of MgGregor, which is nestled in the winelands area of the Western Cape. Boasting mountain views in ...
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From R2500 to R3700, depending on unit, guests and time of year
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