Just three hours from both Johannesburg and Durban, and considered to be one of Southern Africa's premier conference and holiday venues, Alpine Heath Resort allows you to relax in the comfort of an exclusive mountain village nestled in the midst of the Northern Drakensberg. The entertainment capital of the 'Berg, Alpine Heath offers superb chalet accommodation, fine cuisine, an abundance of indoor and outdoor activities and state-of-the-art conference facilities.
Accommodation
ROOM CONFIGURATION
· 100 Chalets, that each sleep 6
· 100 Fully equipped three-bedroom chalets (1 x double bed and 2 x twin bed)
· Chalet catering for the disabled
· Chalets sleep a maximum of 6 people
· Chalets are self-catering with the option of having meals at the Hotel
GENERAL INFORMATION ON ALL ROOMS
· Direct dial telephones
· Each chalet has its own private patio
· Fireplaces in all the chalets
· Each chalet comprises of a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and two twin-bedded rooms that share a second bathroom
· Fully equipped self-catering units
· Safety deposit boxes and hairdryers are available at reception
· Television with selected DSTV channels
STANDARD ROOM FEATURES
· 3 Bedroom suites include a main bedroom with en-suite bathroom and 2 bedrooms fitted with twin beds
· Each chalet has a second bathroom with bath and separate shower, lounge, kitchenette and patio
· Extensive range of customised toiletries
· Serviced daily by housekeeping
VIEWS FROM THE CHALET
· The Drakensberg
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIME
Check In 14h00 | Check Out 10h00
OTHER
Due to the fact that we cannot allow open braai (barbecue) fires at the chalets, gas braai facilities are available. Booking for gas braais are essential. Those guests wishing to bring their own gas braai equipment are welcome to do so. We also have the open fire braais for guests located near the pool.
Climate
· Summer - the temperature varies from 15 degrees at night to 35 degrees C in the heat of the day and with the average daily thundershowers.
· Winter - the temperature varies from night to day. Daytime temperatures are mild normally about 15 degrees C. Night time temperatures are considerably colder dropping to below 02 degrees C. Temperatures drop dramatically just after sunset.
What to take
October to April, summer clothes, a warm jacket or jersey for the cooler mornings and evenings.
May to September, winter clothes. A very warm insulated Jacket for the cold morning and nights. Hats, scarf and gloves are recommended. Comfortable walking shoes track shoes or boots are useful for the hiking trails. Sandals are useful for walking around the resort.
Dining
LA GRUYERES RESTAURANT
· Open daily for Breakfast and Dinner
LA BRASSERIE TAVERN
· Light menu available between 10h00 17h00. Can be enjoyed indoors or on the terrace
IN-SUITE DINING
· Selected menu available between 17h00 and 22h00, to be enjoyed in the comfort of your chalet
OPEN FIRE BRAAI SITUATED CLOSE TO THE POOL AREA
Open braai area is available to rent. Bookings need to be made at reception for both the gas braais and the open braai area.
PICNIC BASKETS ON REQUEST
Activities
· Golf nearby nine-holes/18 tees
· Fly Fishing
· Selection of Restaurants
· Local Art & Crafts
· The Royal National Park
· Horse Riding
· Central Berg approx 50 mins away with all major tourist attractions, eg: candle making, rug making, Drakensberg boys choir
· Spionkop battlefields
· Northern Berg
· Sterkonfentein Dam with vulture feeding ground
Facilities
• Baby cots available on request
• Babysitting service by prior arrangement
• Bird watching
• Boma
• Curio Shop
• Cellular reception
• Walking & Hiking trails
• Horse-riding nearby
• Internet access
• Kiddies playground with jungle gym
• Mountain biking
• Outdoor chess
• Putt-putt
• Same day laundry service
• Sauna and steam room
• Two outdoor swimming pools
• Village market
• Volleyball, tennis courts, squash courts
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