Location: South Africa » Kwazulu Natal » Drakensberg » Central Drakensberg » Giants Castle » EstcourtAntbear Guest HouseAffordable Guest House accommodation in the Central Drakensberg near Giants CastleDescriptionThe Antbear Guesthouse is a thatched, whitewashed cottage built high on a natural platform overlooking the Bushmans River and Giants Castle. This cottage is a bit off the beaten track and is more of an insider tip than just another bed and breakfast. We cater for small intimate groups and never have more than 10 guests at a time. It’s a laid back, lovingly cared for kind of place where you feel a sense of happiness and peace. Honeymoon stays turn into anniversary commemorations just as guests become friends. Even foreign tourists return for a second and third taste. The name “Antbear” comes from its previous resident who lived under the floorboards before its restoration just a few years ago. It’s filled with gorgeous hand crafted furniture, wonderful wooden sculptures and a seemingly never ending collection of artistic aspects to discover. Plan for slow and decadent dinners by candlelight prepared by your hosts Andrew and Conny. Sometimes it’s a Moroccan spread including a genuine Moroccan tagine prepared on wood coals or maybe it’s a surprise of just how delightful Chinese food can be. Breakfast is served with freshly baked bread and scones and often it becomes a 2 hour affair. There is plenty to do in the area too. Walks in the Drakensberg mountains, visits to bushman paintings, horse trails though a private game reserve, canoe trips, canopy tours and the Midlands Meander to mention but a few. So if your looking for a place where art, beauty and time away are important then Antbear Guesthouse is worth a second look. The Antbear is much more than just another accommodation establishment in the Central Drakensberg. The Antbear is about our love for this location, about all of us working together, about sustainalble eco tourism, about helping each other and above all sharing what we have.  
FacilitiesAccommodation  - -
The Antbear Guest House has six double bedrooms. Each room is differently decorated with uniquely eccentric and artistic wooden furniture. The choice between an ensuite double or a luxury suite is yours. All our rooms are comfortable and have the standard features you expect like hair dryers, tea and coffee trays, a complimentary caraf of cherry and a mini fridge.
Ensuite Double  - -
All our rooms have queen size double beds and en-suite bath rooms. We can put an extra single bed into the rooms if you require this. The rooms have their own wood burning fireplaces as well as panel heaters.
Honeymoon Suite  - -
Our honeymoon suite is an intimate ensiute accommodation with a jacuzzi spa bath and a fire place in the bedroom. Of course every detail has been attended to with a slant towards arty and unique. Just lay in the king size bed and look out as the sun rises onto the whole high Drakensberg. A spectical of colour unsurpassed.
Luxury Suite  - -
What makes the luxury rooms special is that they are very generous, have their own private lounge and of course have king size double beds. The bathrooms have a jacuzzi spa bath included.
The Lodge  - -
Our home and guesthouse lies in the middle of a network of dirt roads where the traditional way of life is, for the time being, preserved. A place where your soul can find peace and spirit become recharged. That rustic country feeling has been kept without losing any comfort. Candles are used extensively for atmosphere, as are the fireplaces.
The Views  - -
And the views are to die for. We encourage guests to go for walks right here, and picnic baskets can be arranged for a light lunch on the hill. Of course there is plenty to do in the area but if you want to lie back and chill thats's a great option too.   
DirectionsTravel along the N3. Take the off ramp 152 between Estcourt and Mooi River. Travel in the direction of Hidcote. After 7 km you will encounter a T-junction. Turn right towards Giants Castle. After 14 km turn right towards Moor Park onto a dirt road. After 5.3 Km you will pass a right hand turn off called "The Rise". 300 meters passed this road is the farm entrance on the right. The Antbear Guesthouse is 2km along the farm road up the hill and is the thatched cottages that you can see from the road.   
Rates
Rates valid from 1.10.2009
Ensuite double R690 per person per night sharing which includes dinner and breakfast Luxury suite R960 per person per night sharing which includes dinner and breakfast Children 10 years and under are half price Babies under 2 are not chrged for. Rates valid from 1.11.2010 Ensuite double R760 per person per night sharing which includes dinner and breakfast Luxury suite R1050 per person per night sharing which includes dinner and breakfast Children 10 years and under are half price Babies under 2 are not chrged for. Special offersLong Stays
Stay for longer than 6 nights and get a 10% discount
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