All our buildings and comfortable accommodation are constructed using a blend of eco-friendly, creative, innovative, modern design and traditional building techniques. The Eco-Lodge, as an environmentally friendly sustainable project, is an experimental venture that flagships the ethos of life “off the grid”. We aim, through our methods of living and building, to be an example to both our visitors and locals, that conscious living and respect for Mother Earth is something that is mutually simple and rewarding.
Please note that, as this is an eco-conscious establishment and we are 100% off the grid, we do not have any electrical plug points in the rooms and there are no TV facilities. Our communal lounge & eatery is powered by the sun (no load shedding) with great wifi. The ablutions and toilets are all outside and our hot water and stove are heated off fires from the wattle trees that, by law, we have to reduce in numbers.
Although our alternate method of living is simple and unconventional, we have not compromised on comfort, flair and style.
Facilities
The Dorm (sleeps 10)
Our Dorm is a “wattle & daub” (pole & daka) African-style rondavel structure, with big windows and a high roof. With its mud walls, clay floor and thatch roof, it is warm in winter and cool during the heat of summer.
The dorm sleeps 8 downstairs and has a loft area that sleeps 2. The large east-facing window captures the beautiful panoramic view of the mountains and breath-awakening sunrises.
- Rates: R210 pp/night
Khayalitsha (sleeps 2)
Khayalitsha (New Home) is a double room/shick shack.
Constructed with wood scraps, car windows, road signs and rusted corrugated iron, this warmly decorated room is furnished with a comfy double bed, feather duvets, warm blankets, cordwood floors and simple style.
- Rates: R565 double
Khayamnandi (sleeps 3)
Khayamnandi (Beautiful Home) is a 3-sleeper room with a double bed and a single bed. This little shack can be used as a double/twin or family unit for a couple and child or friend. The building of this room was the one that gave us the most headaches as the Jagermeister bottles that were used for the front wall were all once full! It is simply and warmly equipped with comfy mattresses, feather duvets, lots of pillows and warm blankets.
- Rates: R565 double/twin or R795 triple per night (In-season rate R795)
- Discounts for children under 12 out of season.
Khayalethu (sleeps 4)
Khayalethu (Our home) is a family unit with a double bed in one room and a double bunk in the other.
It is perfect for a small family or a group of friends. It is imply and warmly fitted with comfy mattresses, feather duvets, lots of pillows and warm blankets.
- Rates: R565 double, R795 triple or R1025 quad per night (In-season rate R1025)
- Discounts for children under 12 out of season
Khayalam (sleeps 2-6)
Khayalam is a double-storey cabin with separate entrances upstairs and downstairs. It is great for a group of 6 or can be separated into two rooms. The downstairs room is suitable as a twin or a double. It has warm cozy duvets and blankets, lots of windows and a great little stoep (deck).
- Rates: R565 double/twin per night
Khayalam Upstairs is better known as the Stars or Sunrise Room. It is perched high up amongst the trees and birds with epic views and lots of windows. It is furnished with 4 single beds and cosy blankets.
- Rates: R565 double, R795 triple or R1025 quad per night (In-season rate R1025)
Camping
Whether you prefer a private forest camp further away or a spot close to the communal bond fire, Terra-Khaya has ample beautiful camping space available.
- Rates: R95pp/night
Rates
Camping: R95 pp/night- Dorms R210 pp/night
- Doubles R565 per room/night
- Triples R795 per room/night
- Quads R1025 per room/night
Food and self-catering:
- Delicious home-cooked dinner: R110 pp Vegetarian, R130 pp Meat, R130 pp Pizza Night & R150 pp Braai
- Complimentary traditional breakfasts served daily.
- As our well-equipped kitchen is rather small, self-caterers will be charged a R15 pp levy (for dinners) to assist with the costs of resources & waste management.
- Terra-Khaya promotes a reduced meat and processed food lifestyle and we encourage our guests to join in on this journey whilst staying with us.
Horse riding
We practise a style of natural/holistic horsemanship and believe in forming trusting partnerships with our friendly, well-trained and easy-to-ride steeds. We offer a range of tailor-made, memorable and alternative horse rides for both the experienced and first-time rider.
Choose an easy or more challenging trail through our beautiful countryside, forests, mountains or the quaint village of Hogsback. Enjoy a ride during the day, at sunrise, sunset or under the full moon.
Our rides may incorporate a picnic on the mountain, a swim with the horses in a local dam or breakfast/lunch at one of our fine restaurants in the village of Hogsback – every ride is personalised to indulge you.
Check our website for updated information on longer horse trails.
Booking inquiry
If you would like to make a booking inquiry at this establishment,
- Send an email to Terra-Khaya, for more information.
- You can also contact the host directly by phone or WhatsApp
Tel: 0828977503
If you would like to do a general inquiry, please complete the Central Reservation inquiry form. Hogsback.info offers this online reservation service as a FREE service to you.
Check-in: 14:00-20:00
Check-out: 11:00
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