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Richard and Mouse Poynton would like to welcome you to Cleopatra Mountain
Farmhouse…
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Having been one of the originators of the Country House movement
in the 1980's, Richard and Mouse then travelled overseas working
and absorbing the "foodie" world with a view to opening
Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse - their intimate gourmet getaway.
In
its awesome setting with splendid views of the mountains and running
with crystal clear streams and waterfalls, Cleopatra is the ultimate
in peace, tranquillity and solitude. It is ideal for its intended
purpose as a restful refuge with professional yet understated service
and most of all a gourmet experience to remember
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All the ingredients are in place for a complete treat:
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warm
snug beds with mohair blankets and crisp, fresh cotton sheets |
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a
spectacular view of the mist covered mountains emerging from
the early morning sun |
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the
aromas of a country kitchen tempting hunger heightened by the
brisk mountain air |
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loving
meals of hearty soups |
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vegetables,
freshly caught trout, local cheeses and homemade breads |
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bundles
of fresh herbs and vegetables just picked from the kitchen garden |
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a
friendly diningroom filled with the quiet buzz of contented
conversations |
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a roaring fire in the lounge, cantilevered over a trout-filled
dam |
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Choose just
the right wine from the underground wine cellar and prepare your senses
for the tastes and flavours that follow Richard's legendary talks extolling
the pleasures and practices of his food preparation
Dinner is a sumptuous 6 course affair with no effort or expense spared
to give our guests a memorable dining experience. Our menu changes
every evening according to the seasons and the availability of our
local produce. Breakfasts are unusual and exciting. To see more about
our passion for food, click here >>
As we are situated in the Drakensberg, summer temperatures may range
from 20° C to 30° C during the day, often with dramatic afternoon
thunderstorms. Winter daytime temperatures range from 10°C to 25°C
and the night temperatures can drop to below 0° C.
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Don't just take our word for it! To see what others have said about
Cleopatra, click here >>
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