Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse
Le Quartier Francais
October 31, 2019
Nestled in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Drakensberg, we are a luxury, gourmet lodge dedicated to sumptuous food and rustic luxury.
If it’s legendary food, spectacular scenery and tranquillity you’re after, then Cleopatra is for you. Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse has earned global renown as a romantic gourmet getaway under Richard and Mouse Poynton. Nestled in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Drakensberg, this gourmet lodge is dedicated to sumptuous food and a rustic but stylish ambience, with a warm and friendly welcome from the moment you arrive at this idyllic mountain farmhouse.
Mouse has created the ideal environment for relaxation, with many artefacts to interest and amuse, and the new Copper Pot Spa for rejuvenating treatments. Creatively themed and decorated rooms and suites feature welcome fireplaces and countless special touches.
Richard is in love with food, a passion of his since school days which led to global travels, gourmet experiences and the first Cleopatra Cookbook. Excitingly different, Richard and his chefs offer tantalising creations prepared with love, care and especially flavour, using local ingredients and home-grown herbs and vegetables. Bordering the Highmoor Nature Reserve up in the mountains, discover San rock art, go hiking, birding, fly fishing, mountain biking and horse riding to create memories never to be forgotten. Explore the nearby Midlands Meander and at the end of an exciting day in the great outdoors, enjoy pre-dinner drinks and convivial conversation in the cosy Poached Trout Pub. Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse is also renowned for fabulous weddings, catering for up to 60 guests and promising a relaxed and happy celebration.
Families and friends with children can also enjoy the new self-catering River Run Cottage nearby. Just 1 km from Cleopatra, it offers great privacy and breathtaking scenery, right on the cascading Little Mooi River with soaring mountains above.
With just twelve unique rooms, and a two-bedroom self-cater cottage nearby, it is a haven for guests seeking to break away from their fast-paced life to enjoy mountain walks, roaring log fires, seven-course dinners and endless relaxation and pampering.
Executive Cottage: Swedish Naturalist Room
This cottage is away from the other rooms ensuring a quiet, private time. It has beautiful views over the wetlands looking onto the mountain and the river in the distance - perfect for bird watching and relaxing in peace. It has a lounge, change area and cosy fireplace. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Executive Cottage: The Cowboy Room
This cottage is away from the other rooms ensuring a quiet, private time. It has beautiful views over the wetlands looking onto the mountain and the river in the distance - perfect for bird watching and relaxing in peace. It has a lounge, change area and cosy fireplace. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Executive Suite: Classical Room
Originally our lounge, dining room and kitchen this large spacious room has one of the best views of the garden and the mountain. It has a private lounge, and separate veranda – both with cosy fireplaces. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Executive Suite: Blue & White Plate Room
The original homestead’s main bedroom, this beautiful blue room has a his and hers bathroom, a change room and a spacious lounge with private sit out area looking over the Moonlight garden and up onto the face of the mountain. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Luxury Suite: The Italian Room
Set in the original section of the hotel this spacious room with its soft lace elements has an extra lounge and change area. It is close to the main hotel buildings and looks out onto the trout filled dam and tree lined garden. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Luxury Suite: The Postcard Room
Set in the original homestead but having a private entrance this room looks onto the beautiful Linden tree with the view of the mountain in the background. It has it’s own verandah and fireplace which is perfect for afternoon reading and relaxing. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Luxury Suite: The Herb Garden Room
This room was our kitchen in the main homestead. It is now a large, very private room with lounge area and additional seating with views over the herb garden. It is set slightly away from the other rooms and has it’s own fireplace with a glass of welcome sherry. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Standard Room: The Scandinavian Room
Set in the original section of the hotel, our standard rooms are cosily set up with their own fireplaces and views across the water. They are conveniently close to the main hotel buildings and each one is laid out with its own unique décor. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Standard Room: The Naturalist Room
Set in the original section of the hotel, our standard rooms are cosily set up with their own fireplaces and views across the water. They are conveniently close to the main hotel buildings and each one is laid out with its own unique décor. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Standard Room: The Darjeeling Room
Set in the original section of the hotel, our standard rooms are cosily set up with their own fireplaces and views across the water. They are conveniently close to the main hotel buildings and each one is laid out with its own unique décor. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Standard Room: The Garden Room
Set in the original section of the hotel, our standard rooms are cosily set up with their own fireplaces and views across the water. They are conveniently close to the main hotel buildings and each one is laid out with its own unique décor. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
Standard Room: The Colonial Natal Room
Set in the original section of the hotel, our standard rooms are cosily set up with their own fireplaces and views across the water. They are conveniently close to the main hotel buildings and each one is laid out with its own unique décor. Features: DSTV, electric blankets, cotton sheets and towels, fragrant toiletries, coffee, tea and biscuits, fridge with fresh milk and drinks, cosy fireplace, outside sun loungers.
