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quaint village pub and some wonderful
restaurants.
Monkey Valley Resort has been built
into the forest of mature milkwood trees,
in a way that preserves the stability of the
environment. The accommodation ismade
upof a configurationof logcabins, thatched
cottages and self-catering family units, set
well apart from one another. The units are
humble, but the views are breathtaking –
including the one from the shower andbath
in the glassed-in bathroomof our Crowned
Eagle suite, whichmade lingering in the tub
so very tempting.
Wewere servedawholesome andhearty
breakfast, as well as ice-cold beers (not at
the same time!), on the restaurant deck
built into the trees and overlooking the
8km stretch of beach. A tree grows right
through the pub, and at times flamingos,
other waterbirds andwhales can be seen in
the sea and lagoon below. With real dunes
of sand fine enough to run through the
fingers, children can play for hours in this
natural environment, withagustyCapewind
blowing their hair across their cheerful faces.
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#2 Monkey Valley Resort
Set in a 400 year-old Milkwood Forest,
Monkey Valley Resort is located on
the slopes of Chapmans Peak Drive.
Overlooking the 8 kilometre Noordhoek
Beach, few sights can beat a panoramic
view of horses cantering beside the icy
spray off the waves.
Private homes are scattered on the
mountainside, in a village known for
its relaxed community. The charming
area includes a few vineyards facing the
afternoon sun, as well as paddocks and
stables along meandering little roads, a