Situated on the Midlands Meander Tourism Route, we invite you to explore, indulge and dream amongst the gentle hills and warm-hearted people who call this area home. The Midlands Meander mission statement is “to provide an enriching experience for the tourism by means of a varied array of hospitality, arts and crafts and outdoor activities in a beautiful and unique country setting”.

Attractions in the area: Albert Falls Dam Nature Reserve ~ Midmar Dam Nature Reserve ~ Howick Falls ~ World renown Ardmore Pottery ~ Karkloof Canopy Tours

In the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands in South Africa, is the historical Caversham Mill. Caversham Mill Estate comprises the Caversham Mill Restaurant, Manor House and Country Cottages – 4 star graded accommodation in a peaceful country setting overlooking the Lions and Impafana Rivers.

Caversham Mill Estate is situated in splendid gardens, with direct access to the river frontage for fly fishing. The Lions River runs in a semicircle around the property and the Impafana River joins it at right angles in the front of the property. Pathways lead along pretty walks to the waters edge, where guests can fish, swim, tube along the river, or simply sit and enjoy nature at its best.

Caversham Mill Manor, a four star graded establishment, is a beautiful, old yellowwood and stone house. It has been fully restored and offers three unique and private suites for those who have a taste for accommodation of distinction. Two of the suites are double rooms, each with their own bathroom, and open onto their own deck areas. The third is a family suite, consisting of two bedrooms separated by a bathroom. All suites are serviced on a daily basis.

Caversham Mill Country Cottages offer self-catering accommodation in Victorian-style wood and iron cottages which date from the early 1900’s. The cottages vary in size and sleep between 2 and 6 people depending on the cottage.

Caversham Mill Restaurant is a first class, well-priced establishment offering modern comfort food, individually prepared and served in an idyllic Midlands setting. The menu is á la Carte, and caters for all tastes. Breakfast, lunches and intimate dinners are prepared using fresh, locally produced ingredients. Sit in the restaurant, on the deck, or on the lawns overlooking the tumbling waterfall and the wheel of the old mill (which is in the process of being restored), and soak in the historic ambience!

Visit www.cavershammill.co.za for more information

An estate under the same ownership as Caversham Mill 3km down the road, Midlands Forest Lodge is perched high up on the edge of luscious green hills and slopes. This tranquil and secluded hillside retreat lives up to its name by bordering on pristine indigenous forest where fauna and flora abound and a natural sanctuary to numerous species of birds exists. At an altitude of 1340m, one can survey the un-spoilt beauty of the Midlands valley from one of 12 well appointed suites. Utmost care has been taken in making the cosy log cabins blend harmoniously with nature. Enjoy a leisurely walk on the escarpment or, for the more adventurous, explore the forest with its towering giant yellowwood trees.

Two different styles of accommodation are available at Midlands Forest Lodge. The first consists of 10 double rooms in timber chalets raised on stilts. Each double room has a king size bed, bathroom en suite with shower, basin, toilet, and a small lounge area and wooden balcony. The second style consists of 2 self catering chalets (each chalet sleeps a max of 4 people). The first bedroom in the chalet has a king bed, and the second bedroom has two single beds. The kitchenette is small but adequate, with fridge, microwave, small 2 plate stove, kettle, toaster and other necessities. The two bathrooms are en suite each with shower, basin and toilet. There is a small lounge/dining area and a lovely wooden balcony. These log chalets provide a perfect place to contemplate natures beauty in its simplicity, to breathe in the scent of the woods and pure mountain air.

Visit www.ecotourism.co.za for more information

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