Easter Explorations in the Mountains
Wow! Can you believe we are already heading towards the 2nd quarter of the year! Thankfully, we have the Easter long weekend to ease it in! For many, it will be the first break of the year, a time to slow down and regroup, so come and indulge in Easter explorations in...
Autumn in the Drakensberg Mountains
Autumn in the Drakensberg Mountains is a magical time of year. The greenery starts transforming into different hues of orange and cosmos wildflowers pop up in the fields and along the roadside. It is a familiar sight that many know well! March is the signal that...
Family Mountain View Rooms – Bathroom upgrade
“A Gem in the Drakensberg. A wonderful location with idyllic views of the mountains, the Nest Hotel provides unbeatable value for money”. These are some of the words from our guest reviews received over the past couple of weeks. We have had challenging days, with rain...
When rain can be a blessing, not a curse
Expected rainfall & sunshine in the Drakensberg Our rain gauge overflowed yesterday at 100ml after receiving 50ml the day before. The river came roaring down with the water levels rising so much it flooded the pumphouse causing substantial damage. Today we really...
Drakensberg Boys Choir Concert dates for 2021
The popular Drakensberg Boys Choir have just opened ticket sales for 2021! Live concert dates are now out for the first two school terms of this year. Their first concert date is just over a week away, set for Wednesday 17 February at 15h30. We love sharing all the...
Where Nature and Culture meet
There is nothing quite like wide open spaces, the road less travelled and a country so rich in cultural and natural beauty. Lockdown has taught me quite a bit but the one thing I have discovered that I enjoy most, is getting out into the fresh mountain air to just...
Rainy day ideas to keep you entertained
When it comes to planning your holiday in the mountains, especially if it is done weeks or months in advance, the one thing you cannot predict is the weather. What happens if it rains during your stay? For some, the weather can make or break a vacation, but it should...
The 10 most Romantic things to do in the Drakensberg
I whispered to my husband “let’s get away to the mountains for the weekend, just the two of us”. Of course, I was secretly hoping he would simply reply with a resounding ‘yes’! But not him, at least not this time. I could see thoughts racing through his mind, pausing...
The Perfect Spot to say ‘I do’
The Nest Hotel is located halfway between Johannesburg and Durban, in the Champagne Valley of the Central Drakensberg. Not only do we offer a venue that is easily accessible and conveniently located, but one that is incredibly scenic. With Cathkin Peak as your...
Festive greetings from the Nest Hotel
We recently celebrated a beautiful Christmas here in the Drakensberg Mountains and look forward to sharing an equally beautiful New Year with our valued guests. Fortunately, with travel still permitted, we are delighted to say that we remain open for business. Even if...