Montana Vista Cottage
Enjoy the karoo mountains from a private pool or keep warm next to the indoor fire with your favourite drink. Accommodating up to eight guests in two bedrooms with stunning views and two double sleeper couches. Privacy and space is in abundance at Montana Vista Cottage. Take in the scenery from a sheltered stoep or explore the beauty of Gecko Rock Nature Reserve on foot.
Check-in: 14h00 | Check-out: 10h00
Minimum Stay: 1 Nights (2 Nights preferable over weekends)
THE COTTAGE
This wooden home is perfect for entertaining. Enjoy privacy and solitude in nature with your companions.
SLEEPING
Bedroom: 1 | Queen Bed
Bedroom: 2 | Queen Bed
2 Double Sleeper Couches (bedding included)
1 Bathroom with a shower, bath and toilet
LIVING
Enjoy your own wood fired jacuzzi, on a stunning sheltered wooden deck with an outside braai. Dine inside or outside, both spaces are fitted with a dining room table. The kitchen is fully equipped with a full fridge/ freezer and gas/electric stove/oven.
THE AREA
Gecko Rock is located within one of the World’s most unique regions. Known simply as the Karoo. The name, ‘Karoo’ originates from the Khoikhoi tribe, who long ago called the region ‘Garob’ – meaning place of great dryness. The word eventually changed to Carro, and finally its present-day form. Described by Prof. Bruce Rubidge as a ‘Palaeontological Wonderland’ the Karoo basin contains one of the most remarkable records of prehistoric activity – from the Permian to the Jurassic age.
Plants and animals abound too – and on Gecko Rock one can observe three distinct vegetation types – succulent Karoo - (vetplante), renosterveld Karoo – (shrubs, bushes, and trees) and fynbos Karoo – restios, proteas, ericas.
The indigenous game is found on the reserve – leopard, springbok, gemsbok, zebra, grey rhebuck, duiker, steenbokkie, klipspringer, aardvark, African wild cat, caracul and even honey badger.
Many bird species including the rare black harrier and Verreaux’s eagle that frequently nests in the valleys and cliffs.
GOOD TO KNOW
You will need;
- Enough fuel (nearest petrol station – 30km – Touwsrivier)
- Braai wood, firelighters & matches
- Torch
- Binoculars
- Toiletries
- First Aid kits, insect repellant
Cleaning basics and braai essentials (Tongs, grids etc.) are covered.
Solar System available for charging devices.
There is a small shop at Reception for basic supplies such as firewood (R50 per bag), firelighters, matches, tea, coffee, milk, cold drinks, ice, chips, and sweets etc.
Pets are welcome by prior arrangement only.
By arrangement you welcome to a more leisurely departure should no guests be arriving after your stay.
OUR RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCES
Rock Climbing
Abseiling
Mountain Biking
Hiking
Stargazing
4 x 4 Seattle Trail, level 4
4 x 2 Nature Trail
Beautiful photography opportunities micro/macro/landscapes
Flowers/Succulents
WE SUPPORT
Gecko Rock Supports Safe Citizen NPO; booking through Lifetree Collection ensures that 5% of your fee is donated directly to this chosen project.
BOOKING TERMS
Booking Policy
50% upfront to secure the booking, within 24 hours of booking taking place.
R700 refundable damage deposit.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 21 days before date check-in and get a 90% refund
Cancel 14 - 20 days before date check in and get a 70% refund
Cancel 7 - 13 days before check in and get a 35% refund
Cancel 1 - 6 days before check in and get a 10% refund
Lifetree Insights
This Private Reserve is an outdoor destination that offers friends and families alike peace and tranquillity away from the hustle and bustle of life. Nestled in a kloof, this cottage offers a private stay surrounded by mountains with views for days and beautiful clean Karoo air.
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Features
- Indoor Fireplace
- Hot Tub
- Loadshedding Proof
- Braai
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
Experiences
- For Friends and Families
- Low Enviro Impact Stays
Rates
03 Dec 2021 - 31 Jul 2025 | ||
R3,000.00 | Per Unit | Per Night |
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