Dining Out
A gourmet restaurant offering all day breakfast and lunch. Sit outside under the beautiful trees, alfresco style, or sit inside near the fire for those chilly days. Located in the grounds of Harrington House, 1km from us. 072 395 9924
Voted South Africa’s Best Kept Secret in the 2019 Amex Dining Awards. The Abingdon menu is fresh, offering harvest boards and tapas style dishes to accompany your wine.
Available Fridays & Saturdays. Booking is essential.
Located at the Rotanda. A lively restaurant / bar for those looking for a little less tranquility. Super festive spot. 060 976 8094
A gem of a restaurant, situated in the confounds of Garlington Estate, with great food and lovely views. Bookings essential 033 329 5200 / 079 425 0106 (WhatsApp only)
Located at a local icon, this Midlands Meander restaurant is one of the best you will encounter anywhere.
They offer guests an incredible setting, gorgeous food and good service – all of which cement this as one of the top dining in the Midlands, period. 033 234 4524
This traditional, rustic Austrian-style restaurant and pub is a local institution that has consistently wowed since its establishment way back in 1999.
The Bierfassel offers hearty, delicious meals (including their famous crispy eisbein) to suit every palate, as well as some 35 different beers from around the world for guests to sample. 033 234 4524
Seriously, a gem in the little town of Hilton... Lee's flavourful combinations and inventive ideas will leave you gob-smacked. Set on the Main Road into the Hilton Village, you’ll find this treasure just after the train station on your left. 076 676 3140
Situated in the same centre as Checkers. This trendy restaurant offers big screen TV entertainment and a fresh, hip atmosphere.
“Craving 'Dude Food' done right? We take Burgers, Beers, Pizza, Grills and Cocktails to the next level.”
031 730 0170
Things to Do
Walking / Cycling
We are fortunate enough to be surrounded by tranquil Mondi Forests, so, bring your takkies or bicycle and enjoy the fresh country air, right on our doorstep - simply walk/ride out the gate.
The monument in honour of Nelson Mandela and his efforts is a dramatic representation of the multi-faceted influences and the nature of a single human being that had an enormous effect on the identity of a nation. It was created by Marco Cianfanelli and Jeremy Rose, who collaborated on this magnificent project.
Did you know? As the sun changes its position above the monument, the effect of the tall beams on the ground also changes. This is the largest artwork using this methodology of laser-cut metal beams in the country.
For the ultimate in fresh produce, delicious indulgences, and family fun close to Durban, the Karkloof Farmers’ Market is your weekend go-to. This indoor market is open every Saturday from 07h00 to 11h00, and is just a fantastic spot to relax in the heart of the Natal Midlands.
Fun in the sun!! Come and enjoy a relaxing amble on horseback. We cater for beginners and advanced riders. Bookings essential. Weight limit applies
Contact Katina 0834702051
The Karkloof Canopy Tour consists of 12 platforms and 10 zip-line slides, the longest of which is 200m! A tour lasts approximately two hours, this is a safe, fun adventure for people between the ages of 6 and 80+ and includes refreshments during the tour. Tel : 076 241 2888
Offering a variety of lifestyle destination shops, more than five eating establishments, plenty of activities for young and old, Piggly Wiggly is a must-visit destination on the Midlands Meander.
Piggly Wiggly has something for everyone, making it the perfect place for families and friends to spend time together in the fresh country air.
The meander is so jam-packed with restaurants, art galleries, guest farms, wine makers, cheese makers, potters, shoe makers, picnic spots, coffee spots, candle makers, projects, conservancies, art and farm stalls that you can spend days negotiating this wonderful trail alone. Have a look at their website to see what’s around.
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