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Small farm with three self catering cottages hidden in the cool Magoebaskloof valley. All cottages have WIFI. The cottages are accessed by a 2 km dirt road.

Magoebaskloof Birders’ Cottages are located on Dragonwyck Farm in the Magoebaskloof on the edge of the Limpopo Drakensberg escarpment. Accommodation comprises three self-catering cottages surrounded by indigenous plants providing the ideal habitat for many birds and animals. The road is not suitable for very low profile cars or drivers who are unaccustomed to dirt roads. TROGON COTTAGE features on

e bedroom furnished with a double bed. The bathroom has a large double bath with a view of the forest. There is a separate shower. Another large double bath is hidden outside in the garden. Electric geyser supplies hot water. NARINA COTTAGE features one bedroom with a queen size bed that can be changed into two single beds if required. It has an outside bath and a shower inside. ROBIN COTTAGE is a two bedroom unit. The main bedroom has a bath, shower and toilet tucked into a very private garden outside. There is a shower and toilet inside as well. The second bedroom has a double bed on the mezzanine level and two single beds on the lower floor. Hot water is supplied by an electric geyser. Linen and towels are provided in all three cottages and each unit has a fully equiped kitchen with a gas hob and electric oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, and braai facilities. The cottages are no-smoking zones and smokers are kindly requested to smoke outside. Unfortunately no pets are allowed. Dragonwyck Farm is a working farm producing avocados and indigenous plants. Various walks can be enjoyed on the farm which follow the streams and provide access to escarpment forest. Woodbush Forest, one of the premier birding spots in South Africa, is also a short drive away and there are a number of scenic drives in the district for excellent bird watching opportunities. Fishing and adventure activities are available in the Haenertsburg area.

03/02/2025

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This is a picture of a spider, likely an Argiope, commonly known as a St Andrew's Cross spider. These spiders are found in South Africa and are known for their distinctive webs with zigzag patterns.
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The spider is on a bird netting "screen" we use to prevent bird strikes on our sliding doors.

31/01/2025

Storming around us.
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16/01/2025

Politsi Valley. Yesterday and today. Everchanging weather at Magoebaskloof Birders' Cottage

06/01/2025

A guest, Kevin McDonald, sent me some photos taken in Magoebaskloof recently. Great views of the Cape Parrot, Knysna Turaco and Forest Buzzard.
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26/12/2024

Previous 3 days, 50mm, 60mm and 80mm.
We welcome the rain and cope with the consequences. Thank you Abraham Manthata and James Mtilini for moving the rock.
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21/12/2024

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Camping in LimpopoWe return to one of our favourite camping destinations, Zvakanaka Farm, located in Limpopo. It's based nice and close to the Beitbridge Bor...

20/12/2024

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If you haven't booked for Christmas or New Year, if you are looking for some cooler temperatures plus peace, quiet, privacy and a romantic space in the bush - Igababa is what you need. Available between the dates 20th December and the 2nd of January.

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16/12/2024

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02/12/2024

Our beautiful glass Narina Trogon on the wall in Trogon Cottage with a picture of the real bird.
Glass Trogon created by Elspeth Humphreys. https://tupelohoneyexperience.co.za/

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Rainfrog, Breviceps sylvestris out in the open during the day.

Weather for frogs. www.birderscottage.co.za

Cape White-eye feeding

Cape White-eyes feeding on avocado flowers. Looks like they are drinking nectar? First section normal speed then slow motion repeat. #birderscottage #magoebaskloofbirding www.birderscottage.co.za

A recent guest, Damien Schwartzel, sent me this video of a Orange Ground Thrush taken at Magoebaskloof Birders' Cottage . They have become very evident recently. Long may that last. www.birderscottage.co.za

We have just opened a path to our high waterfall. www.birderscottage.co.za https://book.nightsbridge.com/16875

A recent guest, Monia Vermaak, sent me this video of a juvenile Crowned Eagle in the big gum tree above Narina Cottage. Cape Parrots calling in the background. www.birderscottage.co.za

Video of Emperor Swallowtail ? feeding on a pentas flower. Magoebaskloof Birders' Cottage

Tambourine Dove as seen from our hide. Sound of the stream in the background. www.birderscottage.co.za

African Olive Pigeons feeding

African Olive Pigeons feeding in a Pigeon Wood tree. (Trema orientalis) There was a frenzy of about 40 birds. www.birderscottage.co.za

Samango Monkeys passing by this morning. Keep watching for the spectacular leap at the end.

Narina Cottage. We recently installed a hot tub. A small fire in the burner creates hot water in about 30 minutes. Perfect for sitting in while sipping something cold while watching the birds. https://birderscottage.co.za/narina-cottage/

Scraptures by artist Pilato Bulala from the Ribola Art Route

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Magoebaskloof Birders’ Cottages are located on Dragonwyck Farm in the Magoebaskloof on the edge of the Limpopo Drakensberg escarpment. Accommodation comprises three self-catering cottages surrounded by indigenous plants providing the ideal habitat for many birds and animals. The cottages are accessed by a 2 km dirt road. The road is not suitable for very low profile cars or drivers who are unaccustomed to dirt roads.

Check our website https://birderscottage.co.za for details and pictures of the cottages.

Dragonwyck Farm is a working farm producing avocados and indigenous plants. Various walks can be enjoyed on the farm which follow the streams and provide access to escarpment forest. Woodbush Forest, one of the premier birding spots in South Africa, is also a short drive away and there are a number of scenic drives in the district for excellent bird watching opportunities. Fishing and adventure activities are available in the Haenertsburg area.