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Come and escape the busyness of town. We invite you to unwind, unplug, and relax in the absolute tranquillity of our beautiful, established garden.<\/p>\n

We are surrounded by the magnificent <\/span>Barberton Makhonjwa Mountains \u2013 a UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/span><\/strong>, recognised for their exceptionally well-preserved geological record dating back approximately <\/span>3.6 billion years<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

From a quiet morning in the garden listening to birdsong, to exploring the magnificent mountains and landscapes around Barberton, there is always something fascinating to discover.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What to Expect:<\/strong>
Pure Peace: Strictly no loud music, ensuring a serene environment for all guests.<\/p>\n

Relaxation:<\/strong> Bring your favourite book, or borrow one from our library in the main house.<\/p>\n

Nature’s Soundtrack:<\/strong> Relax to the beautiful songs of a wide variety of birds.<\/p>\n

Daily Bird Sightings:<\/strong>
Our garden is a haven for local birdlife.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf3f Our garden is a haven for local birdlife.<\/strong>
Keep your eyes and ears open for our feathered visitors \u2014 from colourful sunbirds and loeries to barbets, robins, bulbuls and the occasional eagle soaring above the Barberton mountains.<\/p>\n

Keep an eye out for our daily visitors:<\/strong>
Purple-crested Turaco<\/strong> \u2014 Perskleurige Loerie<\/em> (often still called Purple-crested Lourie)
Crested Barbet<\/strong> \u2014 Kuifkophoutkapper<\/em> \u2014 not a woodpecker
<\/strong>Hadeda Ibis<\/strong> \u2014 Hadeda-ibis
<\/em>Fork-tailed Drongo<\/strong> \u2014 Mikstertbyvanger
<\/em>Cape Robin-Chat<\/strong> \u2014 Kaapse Janfrederik
<\/em>Southern Boubou<\/strong> \u2014 Suidelike Waterfiskaal
<\/em>Dark-capped Bulbul<\/strong> \u2014 Swartkop Tiptol
<\/em>Greater Double-collared Sunbird<\/strong> \u2014 Grootrooibandsuikerbekkie
<\/em>African Hoopoe<\/strong> \u2014 Hoephoep
<\/em>Thick-billed Weaver<\/strong> \u2014 Dikbekwewer<\/em><\/p>\n

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Barberton is part of an exceptionally diverse birding region, with hundreds of bird species recorded across the surrounding mountains, forests, grasslands and valleys.
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Visiting Details:<\/strong>
Entry Fee:<\/strong> A small fee is charged
Hours:<\/strong> 9:00 till 17:00
Bookings & Enquiries:<\/strong>
Contact us at 0822610542<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Whether you want to read under the shade of a tree or simply sit back and listen to nature, our humble and inviting garden is the perfect escape.<\/p>\n

Coffee and Tea station is available for your use at a minimum fee.<\/p>\n

We look forward to welcoming you!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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