A Rare Sanctuary of Design & Nature
Accommodation
"The hearth forms the heart of the home, separating living and dining spaces while drawing family and guests together around its quiet warmth."
Set on a remarkable 64-hectare estate set on a north-facing hillside along the banks of the Mzimkulu River, Glentowy offers a refined blend of luxury, comfort, and connection with nature. Two exclusive self-catering options — The Homestead and The Cottage — both fully equipped for relaxed living. The park-like gardens, home to over 1,500 indigenous trees, complete this rare sanctuary.
The House
10 Guests • 5 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms
The main homestead is a five-bedroom, three-bathroom sandstone farmhouse, designed to host up to 10 guests. It features generous living areas with three fireplaces, generous windows and stack-away doors to bring in light and connect to the outdoors.
The house is off-grid (i.e. no load-shedding interruptions) and is built to integrate with the landscape, offering panoramic river views, a fully equipped kitchen, newly built Argentinian Built-in Braai, wood fired hot tub, laundry, and daily cleaning staff.
3 Fireplaces
Wifi Access
Full Kitchen
River Frontage
Rooms in The House
Room 1 (Master Bedroom)
River Views
Situated on the west level of the property with its own private bathroom. Breathtaking river views frame this luxurious retreat.
• King Size Bed
• Private Old-World Bath & Shower
• Built-in Fireplace
Room 2
Forest Views
Situated on the same floor as room 1, this bedroom features breathtaking views of the forest canopy.
• Queen Size Bed
• Shared Bathroom (Bath or Shower)
• Built-in Fireplace
Room 3
Pond Views
Also on the ground level, northwest level, this room offers serene views of the pond and surrounding gardens.
• Double Size Bed
• Shared Bathroom (Bath or Shower)
Room 4
River Views
Breathtaking views of the river define this peaceful retreat on the upper level of the property.
• Double Size Bed
• Shared Bathroom (Bath or Shower)
Room 5
Garden Views with Owl Guest
A unique room on the upper level with breathtaking views of the gardens and river.
• 2 three quarter Beds
• Shared Bathroom (Bath or Shower)
The Stonefly Cottage
2 Guests • 1 Bedroom • 1 Bathroom
In addition to the main house, there is a separate cottage on the property, ideal when you need extra space or more privacy.
It includes 1 bedroom (double bed), 1 bathroom, a lounge area with a sofa bed, and a kitchenette with basic appliances. The cottage shares garden and river access with the main property, but offers a more private, self-contained stay.
Fireplace
Wifi Access
Kitchenette
Ensuite Bath
Cottage 2 (foresty name)
Under Construction
Launching soon.
Cottage 3 (horse related)
Under Construction
Launching soon.
Facilities at Glentowy
Daily Cleaning Staff
High-speed Wifi
Fully Equipped Kitchens
Off-grid Power
Over 1km River Frontage
24-hour Secure Access
Outdoors & Nature
• Over 1 km of private river frontage, ideal for swimming, canoeing, or fly-fishing.
• Expansive landscaped gardens with more than 1,500 indigenous trees.
• Scenic walking and hiking trails through wildflower-covered hills.
• Terraces and outdoor seating areas for picnics and sundowners.
Rates & Policies
• Rates vary by season, length of stay, and number of guests.
• Minimum stay: 2 nights over weekends and public holidays.
• Pet-friendly stays available by prior arrangement.
• Check-in: 14h00 | Check-out: 10h00
Special Moments
At Glentowy, time seems to soften. Hidden in a private valley along the Mzimkulu River, surrounded by rolling hills and open skies, the estate offers a rare stillness — a place where beauty unfolds slowly and every hour brings its own reward.
Watch the colours of the landscape shift throughout the day. Share a long, firelit evening with friends — a meal cooked slowly, stories exchanged, and the soft crackle of wood echoing through the valley.