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Norman, Oklahoma

Beautiful views, well appointed cottage, nice vegetation

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 02 Nov 2015
We spent 2 nights at Sunbird lodge in late September. It was a bit cold, but the beds have heat pads and there is also a nice pot belly stove. Wood was provided for free.
Stephen and his wife were very welcoming and showed us everything we needed to know about the cottage. They suggested places to go for dinner and even made reservations for us. Stephen took us on two walks, one through his property and another walk on a community plot they are trying to preserve. Both walks were very educational and enjoyable and we saw many interesting plants and some insects.

This area near Napier village is nice and it would be better to spend more time rather than just two nights as we did. We visited Cape Alguhas on one of the afternoons we were at sunbird lodge.
Many sunbirds and sugar birds near the cottage and some nice Erica and protea flowers on the property near the cottage.

The cottage is very spacious, the beds are very comfortable and the bathroom and kitchen are also nice. Everything is very clean.

We felt this was very good value for the money given the location, the views and the possibility to explore a bit of the fynbos in the property. Very quiet location since it is above the town. The lodge is to far from the Napier village.

We would return to this location and spend a bit more time.
Date of stay: September 2015
Room Tip: One of the cottages has excellent views. You may want to request this one.
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 26 December 2014 via mobile

We visited Sunbird Lodge from 23 December to 26 December 2014. Was a pleasant stay. Beautiful scenery in tranquil environment. Owners are passionate about hospitality and environment which make out to be a excellent combination. Highly recommend able.

Date of stay: December 2014
Trip type: Travelled with family
Thank Koot M
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Reviewed 1 September 2014

The farm is on Napier mountain and when you arrive, you think you have reached the top (although you have not)! There are stunning views over the Aghullas plain and peace and tranquility. It is part of a fynbos conservancy and the owner, Stephen is chairman of the conservancy and also the local Botanical Society.

He and his wife have transformed the property from a forest of invasive aliens to a thriving fynbos mountainside - and are still busy with the endeavour. Stephen is very knowledgable about fynbos and will happily take you for a walk and help you learn, whatever your level of knowledge about fynbos.

We stayed in Erica (see tip for good room) which is a cosy free-standing thatched cottage with a kitchenette/living area combined, double bedroom and bathroom (with a huge shower). The bedroom has a fireplace which was very welcome as the nights we stayed were very cold. Plenty of warm bedding and electric blanket to keep you cosy while you sleep.
It is fully kitted for self-catering - a fabulous braai outside, inside a 2-plate gas hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle & sink. If you don't feel like cooking there are a several restaurants in Napier, just 2.4 km down the hill.
Tea, coffee & milk provided and an honesty bar.
No TV, but there is mobile phone and also free wifi access if you are addicted.

There are bee hives on the farm and you can buy delicious fynbos honey - unpasterised & unfiltered.
Activities - birdwatching (on the farm or in surrounding Overberg area) walking, chilling. There is also wildlife to be seen if you keep your eyes open - we saw Angulate tortoise, Cape hare, Grysbok and a variety of lizards and birds on the farm.
A good base for exploring this part of the Overberg with Aghullas, Arniston, Stanford, Caledon all in easy reach.

If you need to be in the Napier / Bredasdorp area and need a base, this is a good choice. And great if you just want to get away.

Room tip: You have 2 options - Erica or Restio and it is hard to make a choice between them. Restio sleeps 4, is a little more spacious and has a balcony with views of the Aghullas plain. Erica sleeps 2, is a thatched cottage with bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette/living area and opens straight onto the garden, chairs provided to sit on, fynbos views from the cottage windows and view of the Aghullas plain a few paces away. Both have covered parking
Date of stay: August 2014
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 12 May 2014

The chalet was well-equipped and beautiful inside, with amazing views outside. It had a lovely braai area on the deck, as well as a coal stove in the bedroom for a cosy winter getaway. We were even welcomed with rusks in the kitchen, which was lovely with a cup of coffee/tea after the drive.

The hosts are keen conservationists, so it was good to learn about the area and its natural vegetation, as well as what people in the area are doing to conserve and preserve its natural beauty.

The hosts are very welcoming and relaxed.

When I was stressing about who knows what (the way I normally do), in a very kind way our host simply replied, "Just chill." This pretty much describes our entire stay.

We will be going again.

Date of stay: April 2014
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Thank Getawaygirllovestrav
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Reviewed 25 June 2013

sunbird lodge and fynbos reserve is just a long enough drive on a Friday afternoon for a tranquil weekend breakaway, no tv!! just the quietness and the smell of fynbos that surrounds you, with the well equipped kitchen all you need to pack is something to drink and eat, you can make use of the braai, with grid and wood, that is either attached to the rondavel, that sleeps 2, or on the stoep of the bigger apartment , that can sleep 4. Pack your tekkies or hiking boots and follow the jeep tracks or walk down to the quaint town of Napier, Bredasdorp is not far either if you are looking for something bigger.

Room tip: ask /book the bigger apartment and have your own deck looking out over the valley of Napier
Date of stay: June 2013
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Thank yvettealbertse
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Reviewed 12 April 2012

We had a wonderful, friendly and helpful welcome and we were made very comfortable. Terrific views. It must be gorgeous in spring.

Room tip: Two cottages only. We thought "Erica" was great
Date of stay: March 2012
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