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De Hoek Country House

Address: Off R24, north of Magaliesberg, Magaliesberg
Mailing: Box 117, Magaliesberg, South Africa, 2805
Phone: 014/577-9600
www.dehoek.com

Price range: $$$
Location: Magaliesberg

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Fodor's Review:

In France this exclusive establishment would be called an auberge, and the two-story stone-and-heavy-timber building along the river would not be out of place in Provence. De Hoek is in semi-indigenous gardens in the exquisite Magalies River valley. The quiet rooms have golden walls and dark mahogany furniture. Some of the superior suites have fireplaces, and all rooms have under-floor heating. Programs offered include archery, croquet, lawn bowling, and mountian walks. However, the food is what brings most people. Classic French techniques applied to contemporary ingredients result in an eclectic menu, with dinner (reservations essential) a five-course affair that changes daily according to ingredients available. Starters can include homemade tagliolini with shredded crab meat in a chili, cream, and tomato sauce, followed by roast rack of lamb rubbed with Moroccan-style spice served with curried vegetables, couscous and tamarind sauce, and chocolate and coconut ice cream with a wafer teardrop, raspberry sauce, and chocolate garnish for dessert.

Hotel Details: 4 rooms, 16 suites
In-hotel: pool.
Rate includes: Full breakfast
Credit Cards: AE, DC, MC, V

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