Arrival:
Winding through the hills towards a stunning and recognisable Drakensburg backdrop, Cathkin Peak, one stumbles across The Nest Hotel. With a breathtaking mountain view from the large terrace, it’s easy to strike up a conversation with fellow local or foreign guests sharing stories and sipping cocktails during another fine sunset. Ending off an evening in an african style rondawel, the perfect night’s rest awaits in a comfortable bed within the silent surroundings.
Favoured hotel:
For the Springbok bowling team, many bowling hobbyists, thousands of hikers annually and other adventurers, this has been the favoured hotel since opening its doors 91 years ago. It’s easy to see why visiting here over and over brings about a calm in the spirit of the hotel’s visitors, yet adventure awaits just beyond the gardens in the form of the famous hiking trails, a host of activities and a healthy natural ecosystem ideal for nature lovers.
Personal experience:
Now when you hear an Irishman from the jaw dropping coastal town of Kinsale say that the terrace view is unbelievable, your ears perk up. David McGrane, who frequents bucket list locations like Portugal, France or Morocco, is currently soaking up the beauty of the area while volunteering at the hotel. Whether one meets him during his weekly Park run, relaxing with a book next to the pool, hiking up in the stunning mountains or sharing stories from his sailing with others, he certainly is making the most of it. As we all should right here at The Nest Hotel…
Bringing people together:
The Nest Hotel has a variety of social areas, a formal study, a classic bar, games areas and garden seating. This means that sizable groups of people can be hosted without ever feeling crowded. One such area, a billiards room as an extension of the main bar, regularly attracts some healthy competition. When David hosts a team building event like billiards or bingo, all come together to get to know each other outside of the work environment. This initiative not only encourages team cohesion, but assists in developing the patience and hand eye coordination typically needed in bowls and many other sports. David frequently becomes the showman and on your next trip here, you may be singing along to him pulling out classics ranging from Yazoo, Neil Diamond or Frank Sinatra, setting an ambience in front of a cosy fireplace.
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