Leopard Valley Eco Retreat Citrusdal, West Coast

Leopard Valley is an Eco Retreat in a peaceful valley between Citrusdal and Clanwilliam. It consists of 4 stylish off-grid eco-cabins crafted from upcycled shipping containers and two boutique glamping tents.

With its majestic sweeping vistas and crystal clear springs, a visit to Leopard Valley is a true escape from the busy life and an opportunity to slow down and reconnect with yourself. We are passionate about conserving this magical paradise and its rich biodiversity, safeguarding it for future generations

Cabins

The stylish, off-grid eco-cabins have been designed to provide all the comforts and modern luxuries while protecting our beloved natural heritage.

Cape Canary is a snug self-catering eco-cabin with stunning mountain views. It is our most remote cabin and features a private wood-burning hot tub.

Amenities

Crockery, Cutlery, Cooking utensils, Salt and Pepper, Coffee plunger, Bed linen, Gas Hob, Pots and pans, Towels, Outdoor braai, Firepit, Outdoor seating area/deck, Shower

Cape Sugarbird

Cape Sugarbird is our family eco-cabin, crafted from 2 large shipping containers. Featuring two bedrooms, the cabin is perched on the edge of a waterlily pond, with views down the valley to the magnificent Sneeuberg.

Amenities

Crockery, Cutlery, Cooking utensils, Salt and Pepper, Coffee plunger, Bed linen, Gas Hob, Pots and pans, Towels, Outdoor braai, Firepit, Outdoor seating area/deck, Shower

Malachite Sunbird

Malachite Sunbird is a cosy self-catering eco-cabin with stunning mountain views. This cabin features a private wood-burning hot tub.

Amenities

Crockery, Cutlery, Cooking utensils, Salt and Pepper, Coffee plunger, Bed linen, Gas Hob, Pots and pans, Towels, Outdoor braai, Firepit, Outdoor seating, area/deck, Shower

Verreaux’s Eagle

Verreaux’s Eagle is a cosy self-catering eco-cabin, perched on the side of the mountain, with sweeping views down the valley. This cabin features private swimming in a reservoir fed by mountain spring water and a secret bathtub under the stars.

Amenities

Crockery, Cutlery, Cooking utensils, Salt and Pepper, Coffee plunger, Bed linen, Gas Hob, Pots and pans, Towels, Outdoor braai, Firepit, Outdoor seating, area/deck, Shower

Glamping Tents

Where the wind glides through the oak trees, a sense of calm permeates your mind and body.

The 2 boutique glamping tents, Wild Olive & Waboom Protea, provide the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life, into our peaceful valley between Citrusdal and Clanwilliam.

The tents are perfectly suited for 2 adults, and are equipped with all you need for some revitalizing time in nature, including your own wood fired hot-tub.

Wake up in nature, in style, in peace.

Waboom Protea

Waboom Protea is safely nestled under our mother oak tree, with stunning mountain views and a breeze that glides through our oak tree forest. This boutique glamping site features a private wood-burning hot tub, an outdoor kitchenette, a campfire, and a shared bathroom.

Amenities

Crockery, Cutlery, Cooking utensils, Salt and Pepper, Coffee plunger, Bed linen, Gas Hob, Pots and pans, Towels, Outdoor braai, Firepit, Outdoor seating, area/deck, Shower

Wild Olive

Wild Olive is a dreamy double glamping tent where you will wake up to birdsong and stunning mountain views. This glamping site features a private wood-burning hot tub, an outdoor kitchenette, a campfire, and a shared bathroom.

Amenities

Crockery, Cutlery, Cooking utensils, Salt and Pepper, Coffee plunger, Bed linen, Gas Hob,Pots and pans, Towels, Outdoor braai, Firepit, Outdoor seating, area/deck, Shower

Experiences

The cabins provide a comfortable base for hiking, swimming, bird watching and exploring the magnificent rock formations, some of which feature ancient Khoisan rock paintings. Or relax on the deck and take in the mountain views, rejuvenating your body and soul.

Nights are for stargazing and storytelling around a crackling fire, listening to the sounds of nature. You may even be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of one of our nocturnal animals like a Cape Leopard, Aardvark, African wildcat, Bat-eared fox, Cape fox or porcupine.

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“Absolutely stunning! This was a wonderful experience, surrounded by high ridges, totally secluded, with only the whisper of the wind and the trickle of a water stream running past our “tiny” home. We stayed in the “Malachite Sunbird” cottage and for me and my wife, absolutely ideal. We found the “off the grid and technology (no TV) superbly healing, and after two days totally relaxed and revitalized! The cottage had fresh bedding, neat and cleaned and enough wood was supplied. Can definitely recommend this!”- Martin Ungerer

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“Hands down on of the best holidays of my life. The location is perfect, the views are stunning and the units are amazing.

There is a surprising amount of room for two a house made of two upcycled shipping containers. The kitchen was well stocked, only “missing” item was a pair of scissors. We stayed in Verreaux’s Eagle, quiet and stunning views. The firepit and half barrel braai were both lovely. A grid was provided, but it is well weathered so consider bringing your own.

It was too cold to try the outside bath, but the outdoor shower after a run down the valley road was amazing. Don’t worry there is an indoor shower as well. The pool was lovely, although I personally didn’t brave the water I was told it was perfect.

The WiFi is good, not that you’ll want to use it that much. We stayed an extra night which meant I got to test it out for a conference call and it held up perfectly. Luke and Benjamin are very helpful, they came out in the cold and wet to replace the gass when it ran out and taught us how to reset the inverter if it bugs out. The latter is getting replaced soon.

Hiking is self guided make your own path style, which unless you are looking for a trail to run on is perfect. The fire damage to the far side of the valley is recovering well and the low vegetation makes for easy routes.

Ten out of ten would recommend, definitely will be back soon.

Rooms: Well equipped and beautiful.

Safety: Didn’t see any baboons but them and the mongoose are likely the extent of security concerns. There’s a first aid kit in the unit, I guess standard mountain risks apply on walks.

Walkability: There are no cut trails but you can walk anywhere on the mountain. The lower slopes are relatively easy going. We found a few dried up river beds to walk up and the one we tested was very navigable.”- James de Haast

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“This is the perfect place to break away from a busy lifestyle and get spoiled by all the gifts that mother nature has to offer. Can’t wait to go back. Thank you for a wonderful experience!”- Leanne Geleijnse
2 years ago

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