Rusty Gate Mountain Retreat
Rusty Gate Mountain Retreat
If you are looking for a serene and picturesque place to rejuvenate body and soul, Rusty Gate Mountain Retreat is perfect for you. Rusty Gate is truly a Mountain Retreat, nestled in the Riviersonderend Mountains, with unsurpassed vistas over the Helderstroom valley and Overberg area.
The property, spanning 290 hectares, lies adjacent to the Riviersonderend Nature Reserve, abounds with fynbos and proteas and offers ample for nature lovers to enjoy.
Less than 120km from Cape Town International Airport (approximately 1½ hour drive along the N2 towards the Garden Route) this special getaway is conveniently situated midway between Greyton and Villiersdorp.
Our country style self-catering accommodation comprises five beautifully furnished cottages that sleep between 4 and 6 people. There is also Eagle’s Eyrie, a special communal entertainment unit that sleeps 20 people with the necessary facilities to host large gatherings. You can put your feet up at one of the cottages, opt to connect with friends or family at Eagles Eyrie or book the entire venue.
Eagle’s Eyrie is ideal for large self-catering gatherings, includes accommodation for 20 people in two dorm-style rooms, and features a majestic view of the Helderstroom valley.
Kingfisher Cottage
Kingfisher Cottage is the largest of our cottages, sleeping 6 people in three bedrooms with two bathrooms. Situated at the lower end of the cottage terrace this cottage offers the best view of the valley.
Jacana Cottage
Jacana Cottage is a cheerful cottage, sleeping 4 people in two bedrooms with one bathroom. Situated between Kingfisher and Blue Crane Cottages overlooking beautiful pin oaks and the terrace lawn.
Sunbird Cottage
Sunbird Cottage is a uniquely situated cottage, looking out over the mountains and other cottages, sleeping 4 people in two bedrooms with two bathrooms.
Blue Crane Cottage
Blue Crane Cottage is a calm and serene cottage, sleeping 4 people in two bedrooms with one bathroom. Situated between Jacana and Bokmakierie Cottages overlooking beautiful pin oaks and the terrace lawn.
Bokmakierie Cottage
Bokmakierie Cottage is a bright and sunny cottage, sleeping 4 people in two bedrooms with one bathroom. Situated next to Blue Crane Cottages overlooking beautiful pin oaks and the terrace lawn.
