MOOI RIVER MIDLANDS MILKY LANE COTTAGE BASS TROUT IN SOUTH AFRICA

ome and share the tranquillity of our working dairy farm in Mooi River, KwaZulu Natal Midlands Milky Lane Cottage is situated on Niekerksfontein Farm - a hectare dairy farm milking 800 cows supplying Honeydew Dairies. The farm is on the Rkm out of Mooi River, we are close to the Midlands Meander route, within easy reach of the finest restaurants, schools, spas, galleries and wedding venues in the country Wander in the fields amongst our dairy cows or in the natural veld that is home to Oribi, Reed Buck, Duicker as well as nocturnal Ant Bears, Aard Varks, Brown Hyena and Porcupine. We have an abundant bird population with 28 pairs of Blue Crane and 12 pairs of Crested Crane being counted on the pastures. >br> There are 3 catchment dams and 2 holding dams that are stocked with Bass. The top catchment dam is stocked with trout so you are more than welcome to bring your own rod. For the more adventurous and energetic there are some good mountain bike rides and a more strenuous hike through the gorge up to the small waterfall during the rainy season. There are farm gates all over the farm to keep animals either in or out so if all gates can be left in the manner they were found it will be greatly appreciate. Milking and calf takes place twice a day and visitors are more than welcome to watch R/night for the cottage. R200/child/night under 12 and R50/night younger than 4. A sleeper coach can be added in the lounge - Sleeps 4 - 5 persons Milky Lane cottage is a beautifully appointed 2 bedroom cottage with a full bathroom. It has its own garden entrance and garage parking Fishing There are 3 catchment dams and 2 holding dams that are stocked with Bass. The top catchment dam is stocked with trout so you are more than welcome to bring your own rod Game Viewing Wander in the fields amongst our dairy cows or in the natural veld that is home to Oribi, Reed Buck, Duicker as well as nocturnal Ant Bears, Aard Varks, Brown Hyena and Porcupine Bird Watching We have an abundant bird population with 28 pairs of Blue Crane and 12 pairs of Crested Crane being counted on the pastures. There is a large raptor population with Gymnogenes, Fish Eagles, Jackal Buzzards and Long crested eagles being frequently spotted. Large flocks of White Backed Cape vultures also frequent the farm as well as an array of the smaller and water variety birds Hiking Trails For the more adventurous and energetic there are some good mountain bike rides and a more strenuous hike through the gorge up to the small waterfall during the rainy season Other Activities Milking and calf takes place twice a day and visitors are more than welcome to watch. Whether you want to overnight en-route to the coast or inland, explore the numerous attractions of the Midlands Meander, or just to relax and unwind in our tranquil surroundings, come and enjoy the fresh country air and our warm hospitality 350 The cottage has a queen size bed and two single beds in the second bedroom. A sleeper couch can be installed upon request. Snuggle up with our crisp white percale linen, complementary sherry, electric blankets and duck- or goose-down duvets. All our bathrooms feature good quality thick and thirsty white towels, complementary shampoos, body lotions and soaps.Heaters, thick duvets, fireplaces and electric blankets are provided for extra cosiness during those chilly winter evenings.The kitchen is fully equipped and there is a full bouquet DSTV For your additional comfort, we provide tea, coffee, home-made rusks, fresh fruit and flowers in each room, hairdryer, welcoming sherry. There are braai facilities. Firewood is supplied – please bring your own charcoal