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Peace
and tranquillity are the very essence of Aloe Cottage.
Spacious, stylishly furnished, and with stunning views framed in every window,
Aloe Cottage is well equipped for lengthy stays, comfortably sleeping 4
adults.
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Our
comfortable, spacious lounge is stylishly furnished, kelims
adding cosy warmth to the room. The paintings are by South African artists.
There is a television and coffee reading comprises gardening and
birding books. Magazines
and other books of interest are available.
Crossword
enthusiasts will find an Oxford Dictionary, a Thesaurus and Kritzinger’s
Afrikaans/English dictionary on the writing desk The
desk draw houses pens, writing pad and envelopes, and note paper useful for
shopping lists.
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The
Aloe Cottage Welcome Folder offers a wealth of information – where to
eat, what
to see, what to do.
By special arrangement with our delightful Librarian Reine,
guests enjoying an extended visit may use the Aloe Cottage Library Card for that
special holiday read. The card and carry bag will be found in the left hand desk
drawer.
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The
lounge opens onto a private north-facing patio.
The meshed security gate allows guests to leave the door open throughout the
night during summer, should they wish to do so. Fans and electric heaters are
provided.
Your
hosts, Laurie and Marlene, have put much thought and effort into meeting the
needs and comforts of their guests, thereby ensuring them of a memorable visit
to Prince Albert, in a home from home environment.
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 Entry
from the covered carport
into Aloe Cottage is from the south patio. This leads guests into a
small hall where jackets and coats may be hung, and umbrellas stored.
The
dining area, with its magnificent Swartberg Mountain
views, is spacious and comfortably seats four around the locally made SA
Blackwood table.
The
(reclaimed) Oregon Pine dresser lends a country
ambience and in it you will find quality stainless steel cutlery, imported white
crockery and a variety of casserole dishes, salad bowls and other useful items.
The
gourmet kitchen provides everything else required for self-catering.
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 Table
linen, candles and serviettes are supplied to add to the romance of the evening.
The
cooling breeze in summer is referred to by locals as ‘the Prince Albert air
conditioner’. To take full advantage of the air conditioner, the security door
has been meshed so that guests may enjoy the through draught both day and night.
Guests
choosing to dine out will find a list of restaurants, the cuisine they offer and
their trading hours in the Welcome File. |
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When it comes to
equipping kitchens, Aloe Cottage must surely rate among the best. Much fun has
been had by guests trying to find a useful item forgotten! We even supply the
green grocery bag for your shopping!
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It would seem that
guests choosing the self catering option want to do just that – self cater.
Others again, would
prefer to have a few basics provided. You will find breakfast
provisions of fruit/juice, muesli and cereal, rusks, tea, coffee, milk and sugar.
There is
a selection of handy condiments on the shelf for your use – Olive oil,
Balsamic Vinegar, Tomato sauce, Worcester sauce, Sunflower oil, Salt, Pepper
and a few spices.
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Karoo
and full English breakfasts are available at a number of restaurants and
coffee shops in the village. Learn more about them from our
Welcome File.
Should
there be anything else you may require, please do not hesitate to mention this
on the booking
page.
Late
arrivals please note that our supermarket closes at 6.00 pm, weekdays, and at
12.30 pm weekends and public holidays.
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Both air-conditioned
bedrooms are cosy and
inviting and are en-suite to shower rooms.
One offers a queen size bed, the
other, two extra length single beds.
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All linen and towels are provided, as
well as a range of toiletries and hair drier. White cotton bathrobes are available upon request (at the time
of booking). Down duvets and electric
blankets ensure that you will be snug on even the coldest Karoo
winter night.
There are
lovely views of the garden and of the Karoo
plains in the distance. The furnishings are a blend of antique and
contemporary, paintings by
South African artists adorn the walls.
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The north facing
patio with its lovely views of the distant Karoo
plains is ideal for alfresco dining and barbeques. Comfortable patio
furniture, privacy and tranquillity make this an ideal spot to relax, read or
just reflect.
For your convenience
we provide a Weber barbeque, charcoal and firelighters.
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The
south patio looks towards the majestic Swartberg
range of mountains and enjoys unimpeded views of the Gordon’s Kopje
Nature Reserve. Early risers will be drawn here to watch a stunning
sunrise.
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Sunrise
~ photograph by Laurie Knowles
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Aloe Cottage guests have their own drive-in entrance to the
covered carport. The area is spacious, with plenty of room to park a trailer.
As can be seen from this photo, even the carport enjoys superb
views of Prince Albert, nestling at the foot of the mighty Swartberg!
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Aloe Cottage
provides the following services:
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Laundry
and ironing service
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E-mail
facility
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Fax
facility
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Function
and restaurant bookings
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By
prior arrangement, we can do some basic shopping on your behalf to
stock the larder.
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Aloe
Cottage is within easy walking distance of the village and one is
perfectly safe wandering around Prince Albert. Aloe Cottage is also
well positioned to enjoy numerous day drives. |
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Guests
may enjoy a stroll on our unique 8 acre property, where much of the land has
been left undisturbed, reflecting the true wealth of our Karoo flora. Many of
these
plants
have been labelled to add to your enjoyment. For easy reference, books on
Karoo Aloes and Succulents are available in the cottage.
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The
large garden,
with strategically placed seating, is ideal for moments of quiet reflection.
Botanical and landscape artists will find much to inspire their work. The views
of the majestic Swartberg Mountain range are unsurpassed. The sunrises and
sunsets
seen from the vantage point of this hillside property are
breathtaking.
Aloe
Cottage offers the nature lover a unique and unforgettable experience in
home-from-home comfort. Pristine housekeeping is assured.
Our
rates
can be found on our bookings
page. Please consult
our map for details on how to reach us.
ALOE COTTAGE IS A DESTINATION OF TRUE
VALUE
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