With the April holidays upon us we thought we would give you some inspiration for the holidays. Whether you are a couple or a family, there are loads of wonderful activities on the property as well as nearby including the Battlefields, the Lions Alive Sanctuary and a stunning day trip through Golden Gate National Park […]
It’s hard to believe that 2017 is coming to a close. It all happened so quickly. The year has been an amazing one for us – and now we are preparing for a busy summer and Christmas Holiday. We thought we would give you some inspiration for the upcoming holidays. Whether you are a couple or […]
As a Canadian who has lived in South Africa for nearly ten years, I have been hesitant about road tripping. The biggest reason is that the idea of piling kids and luggage into my Fiat 500 simply wasn’t a comfortable option! In planning our December holidays last year, my son, Hal, and I knew, without […]
Summer may be over, but there’s still plenty of time to retreat to the majestic Drakensberg outdoors before the winter chill sets in. Autumn in the Drakensberg The Drakensberg is a stunner all-year-round, but it’s when autumn rolls in that the countryside really shows off her true colours. Between April and May, the lush green […]
This year, Valentine’s Day falls on the weekend. Why not take advantage with a romantic Drakensberg getaway for you and your better half? The berg is full of dreamy activities… Romance on the Manor Rekindle the romance and spoil your loved one on a romantic trip for two at Oaklands Country Manor. Our Bruce suite […]
Sing and eat yourself into the Christmas spirit, or have yourself a merry good time in the Drakensberg countryside with Oaklands… Drakensberg Boys Choir While we may not have a “white Christmas” in the Drakensberg, there’s one thing we don’t fall short of – carolling! This is thanks to our pseudo-celebrity singers The Drakensberg boys […]
Polo fans, dust off your riding boots and get ready to saddle up! It’s almost time for our annual Fuimus Cup polo event and you are cordially invited… Venue: Oaklands Country Manor Start Date: 9 October 2015 End Date: 11 October 2015 Polo in the Drakensberg Join Oaklands Country Manor for three days of non-stop […]
This winter, don’t let the nip in the air send you into hibernation. With horse riding, mountain biking and hiking trails all around, why not escape to the mountains for a fun-filled family holiday? Oaklands Country Manor has plenty of warming activities… Hiking into the Drakensberg You don’t have to climb to the snow-capped Drakensberg […]
Located in the middle of Durban and Johannesburg, Oaklands Country Manor makes for an ideal weekend vacation spot. Only a three-hour drive from either city, far enough to make you really feel like you’ve gone away, but short enough that the kids won’t get antsy during the trip. In addition to the do-able drive, Oaklands […]
Roses are red, Valentine’s Day, too! Here are some romantic things at Oaklands for you and your beau to do. With its picturesque location, the Drakensberg makes the perfect breakaway for a Valentine’s Day holiday. Far away from the city lights, the area offers uninterrupted starry skies and spectacular views of the vast landscape. It […]