The aim at Aloe Ridge is to promote the environment, to engender a sense of the peace and quiet of the area and to encourage visitors to make full use of it by spending time outdoors.
The farm house is some 700m above sea level. We are situated in a very scenic, peaceful environment. There can be little better than just chilling out here of an evening, surrounded by birds and the peace and quiet.
We have 3 accommodation units at present, with plans to increase this over the short to medium term. They are designed for couples, with queen or twin beds; though arrangements can be made to accommodate families.
UNITS AVAILABLE
Self Catering with Bed and Breakfast as an option.
2 Double B & B or Self Catering Units Available. 1 unit has 2 single beds & the other has a double bed. Ensuite bathroom with showers, and kitchenette with bar fridge. (Sleeper benches available for 2 children sharing).
1 Open Plan Unit Available -- with queen size bed & ensuite bathroom facilities (no shower). Bed and breakfast option, with bar fridge and tea/coffee making facilities available.
We offer bed and breakfast, though there are basic facilities in the units for light meals or take-aways. Other arrangements including packed lunches or evening braais and homemade dinners on request. For early risers packed breakfasts can be booked.
Self Catering Cottages
The 2 self catering cottages have been planned with family and group gatherings in mind. They are ideally situated to take in the spectacular views and placed away from the farmhouse to take advantage of the quiet, natural surroundings.
One cottage sleeps 6 - 2 bedrooms with twin beds and 2 day beds. The second cottage has 2 bedrooms; one with a queen bed - the other with twin beds. The main bedrooms in both cottages have bathrooms ensuite plus separate bathrooms for the other bedrooms.
Prices: B and B accommodation R250 p/p sharing + R35 p/p for Full Breakfast.
Self Catering Cottages: R1000 per cottage per night.
We do not have credit card facilities -- payments in cash or by direct transfer.
To book call 082 456 3442 or 082 923 5366.
We do not have Televisions or internet access in the rooms, though limited access can be organised for specific purposes.
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Barberton has an average of around 800mm of rain a year, and the temperatures can reach the high 30s in spring and summer. The humidity can rise to somewhat uncomfortable levels at times; then the swimming pool is a great place to be.
Birdlife on the farm is actively promoted, by the planting of bird attracting trees and other plants. Re-vegetation of the old lands is also underway using trees and shrubs found in the area and if possible taken from plants actually on the property. This is an on-going task, and we are involved with the "Working for Water" project in reducing the infestations of these aliens. 
We are developing a number of walks around the property that take advantage of the various biomes that can be found. These include grassland, savannah, bush (Sourveld) and the rocky ridges. However many of the birds can be seen around the garden. More than 230 bird species have been identified on the property. Details of monthly sightings are kept, and bird lists are available if you would like to record your sightings.