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| Aasvoelkrans bed and breakfast | 4 star | 1 Van Riebaack str | 023 6141228 | Pool, wheelchair friendly |
| African game lodge | chalets | refer above | 023 6143176 | game farm |
| Airlies GH | 4 star | 36 Bath str | 023 6142943 | Pool |
| Ancorage Inn GH | 3 star | 16 Van Riebeeck str | 023 6143329 | Pool, thatched cottages |
| MontEco Nature Reserve | 3 star self cater | 45 km's out of Montagu | 028 5721922 | 4x4 tracks, 6400 ha |
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Centrally situated between Cape Town and
Oudtshoorn, the quaint little village of Montagu nestles in the western
corner of Kannaland. A unique rural atmosphere distinguishes Montagu as
one of the best-preserved late Victorian agricultural villages in the
Cape.
Montagu has a number of the finest Cape Dutch houses. Most of these thatched roof houses date from the years 1853 – 1870. It is generally accepted that Joubert House situated in Long Street, built in 1853, is the oldest house in Montagu. In 1983 it was restored to its former glory, and as a section of the Montagu Museum, it depicts the lifestyle of the late 19th century. Montagu, once known as “Agter Cogman’s Kloof”, lies between the Keisie and Kingna rivers which join at the western extremity of the town. In the 19th century the only exit to the West was through Cogman’s Kloof. Now Montagu in the heart of Route 62 attracts many visitors who enjoy the scenery and buildings of a bygone era. In Montagu there is a variety of superb overnight accommodation and excellent restaurants. As the mountain Mecca of the Western Cape, Montagu is the perfect base for exploring the surrounding countryside. Attractions:
There are a host of activities you can
pursue when visiting the area. Granted, many come here to just relax and
recharge. Others, however, seek the thrill of mountain biking, climbing,
kloofing, abseiling, paragliding or 4x4 adventure. Yet others enjoy
Golf, Squash, Bowls, Shooting Range, Mountain Tractor Rides, Hot Spring
Pools, Cold pools, Fishing and River Boat trips on the Breede River.
Whatever it is, have your pick, but rest assured that you will come back
for more
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