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Immerse Yourself in Nature’s Splendor at Starry Starry Night Eco Mountain Reserve

Looking for a unique escape to recharge and connect with nature? Look no further than Starry Starry Night, an off-the-grid eco farm and mountain reserve nestled in the foothills of the Langeberg mountains between Montagu and Barrydale in the Western Cape.

Eco-Friendly and Convenient

Powered by solar energy, Starry Starry Night offers authentic off-the-grid accommodations without sacrificing modern conveniences. The reserve is a short two-and-a-half-hour drive from Cape Town and just 25 minutes from Montagu.

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Accommodations

Starry Starry Night offers a variety of accommodations, including two mountain cottages and a geodesic stardome. Both cottages, Gaia and Luna, are perfect for couples and families with children over 13, and feature a lounge, dining area, queen-sized bed, sleeper couch, well-stocked kitchen, outdoor braai area, and a fireplace. The stardome, Nova, is situated atop a solitary koppie and features large windows, swing doors, a bay window, and an overhead skylight.

Communal Areas and Activities

The reserve provides a wood-fired hot tub, pool, fire pit area, herb garden, signposted hiking and running trails, natural rock pools, children’s play area, mountain biking, and birdwatching. Starry Starry Night also serves as an excellent base for exploring nearby Montagu and Barrydale.

Special Promotion

The eco mountain reserve is currently offering a Stay 4, Pay 3 special for its winter season until November 16, 2023. This promotion allows guests to enjoy four nights at Starry Starry Night for the price of three, excluding Fridays and Saturdays, with check-in on Sundays or Mondays.

Book Now

Experience the magic of nature at Starry Starry Night. Visit starrystarrynight.co.za to learn more and make a reservation.

Location

Starry Starry Night is located at Rietrivier Road, Route 62, Montagu, just a 30-minute drive from Montagu towards Barrydale.

Chloe de Kock

Chloe de Kock is a Cape Town-born journalist who chronicles the city’s evolving food culture, from township braai joints to Constantia vineyards, for the Mail & Guardian and Eat Out. When she’s not interviewing grandmothers about secret bobotie recipes or tracking the impact of drought on winemakers, you’ll find her surfing the mellow breaks at Muizenberg—wetsuit zipped, notebook tucked into her backpack in case the next story floats by.

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