A cosy mountain retreat tucked away in the Drakensberg's Crane Valley Conservancy.

About the Cottage

Rainbow Cottage is a rustic, self-catering mountain escape set on a 900-acre private conservancy in Kamberg. Perfect for families, small groups, and nature lovers, it offers tranquility, comfort, and endless outdoor experiences - with no Wi-Fi or TV to distract you from what matters most.

  • Sleeps up to 14 (4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms)
  • 2 double beds, 4 singles, 3 bunk beds
  • Children 12 and under stay free
  • Large indoor and outdoor dining areas
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Towels and hand soap provided
  • Extra blankets for chilly nights

Amenities & Comforts

We've made it easy for you to relax and enjoy - whether around a blazing fire or out on a trail.

Free firewood

Cosy up, cook outdoors, or relax fireside - free wood provided.

Braai & potjie

Stainless steel braai, Weber and potjie pots let you cook for 2 or 20.

Indoor pool table

Half-size table for fun family matches and friendly competition.

Games & puzzles

Board games, puzzles and darts for rainy days or chilled evenings.

Outdoor braziers

Gather around the fire - with both large and small brazier setups.

Cosy corners

Extra blankets and warm nooks for reading or relaxing by the fire.

Things to Do

The Crane Valley Conservancy is a sanctuary of nature and stillness, surrounded on three sides by the Drakensberg World Heritage Site.

Explore the Conservancy

Wander forest paths, grassy trails and stream-side tracks right from the cottage door.

Swim in natural rivers

Dip into the Nsonge River or soak at Cascades - a beautiful rock pool upstream.

Bushman paintings

Explore ancient San art sites hidden in nearby caves - just ask for directions.

Bird watching

Add cranes, lammergeiers, secretary birds and more to your birding journal.

Wildlife sightings

Look out for eland, zebra, serval, porcupine, baboons, otter and more.

Mountain biking

Ride the scenic farm roads or explore routes near Kamberg and Giants Castle.

Fishing

Crane Valley Conservancy (CVC) hosts five private, well-stocked trout dams and several fishable kilometers of the Nsonge River. Managed by the CVC Fishing Club, the waters are stocked generously each year with both rainbow and brown trout.

Two of the dams (Dam 4 and Trophy Dam) are catch-and-release only. Trophy Dam, fed by the Nsonge River, is members-only and home to naturally spawning brown trout - considered the jewel of Kamberg by many anglers.

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Getting There

The journey to Rainbow Cottage is an adventure in itself. The road can be challenging in the rainy season - a 4x4 or raised vehicle is strongly recommended. Check road conditions before you travel.

Directions from Durban:

  1. N3 to Nottingham Road
  2. Left onto Kamberg Road at Rosetta
  3. 40km on Kamberg Road, then turn onto D11 (gravel)
  4. 5km on D11, then follow signs to Entabeni & Tierhoek
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Coordinates:

29°17'5.26"S | 29°38'23.75"E

Booking & Contact

Booking is managed personally by cottage trustee Theresa Lukan.
Use the form below or reach out via WhatsApp.

Contact Methods

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