Thistledown Country House is set on 20 acres nestling amongst farmlands just below the Karkloof Hills in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. These hills are covered with the second largest tract of indigenous forest in South Africa.

You are offered elegant country living in the restored farmhouse. The five double, en suite bedrooms are tastefully decorated in cream and white.

Meals at Thistledown are memorable. Although cosmopolitan in nature, there is a strong Japanese influence, with many of the sauces being specially imported from Japan. Booking for lunches and dinners is essential.*

Thistledown Country House in the tranquil Karkloof Valley is the ideal place to escape from the city.

Group Tours / Coach Charters
Although we can only accommodate ten people in our bedrooms, we are able to arrange for larger groups to be accommodated at other establishments in the area. Should this be necessary, we can let you have details about the facilities of these. It should also be noted that the road to Thistledown can not accommodate very large buses.

*For those who wish to visit Thistledown Country House for lunch or dinner only, there is a fixed menu (three or four courses) and the dining room can accommodate 20 people.

Small Functions
We are able to cater for small weddings with 50-70 guests. Smaller conferences with about 20 participants can also be accommodated.

For bookings Contact Norma Maguire on 082 491 0533
Tel/Fax: (033) 330 2629