Contact:
Sarah Hillary | +27 83 355 0835
sarah@brandcafe.co.za | www.cheeriogardens.co.za
Location
In the Cheerio Valley on
the Cheerio Road, off the R71.
GPS Co-ordinates: 23' 53,560' South 29' 57,183'
East
A bit of history
Cheerio Gardens
was established by Sheila (Box) Thompson after she
was discharged from the army in 1946. She was a keen
botanist and wanted to establish indigenous plants
in the area. Because of the cool temperatures in
the valley, she also decided to grow deciduous trees
and shrubs from the northern hemisphere. These included
maples and flowering cherries which boasted beautiful
autumn colors.
A lot of the indigenous bulbs were eaten by bush
pigs, porcupines and moles. Even tree ferns were
eaten by porcupines during the drought.
The garden was eventually established by Box Thompson,
Audrey (Googoo) Thompson and Station (a Mozambican).
All the terraces where made by hand, and the love
and dedication that went into the task is visible
as you wander along the moss-covered pathways.
The garden has stayed in the same
family since inception. Our vision is for visitors to enjoy
the peace and tranquility the gardens have to offer.
Facilities:
Self-catering cottages:
- Fully equipped
- Accommodating 2-10 persons
Tea Garden
- Open from Wednesday - Sunday.
- We serve delicious breakfasts & lunches.
Our menu is varied and caters for all tastes.
- Fully licensed.
The Gardens
- Walks through the garden.
- A perfect afternoon's leisurely
walk. At the moment our gardens are ablaze with
autumn colors.
- Picnic spots. Bring a blanket,
a bottle of good wine and a picnic basket, we supply
the garden, the tree, the flowers and the peaceful
surroundings.
Functions
- Chapel & Wedding venue
seating up to 150 guests. Ideal spot for a gentle
garden wedding. We can also assist with catering
and facilitating.
- Conference Venue seating up
to 250 guests
- Venue hire - for that special
function.
- Kiddies' parties - lots of
space for kids to run around and have fun.
There are three trout dams on the
property. Bring a fishing rod for the kids while you
relax with a glass of wine.
Rates vary from high season & low
season. High seasons are all school holidays, long
weekends and spring festival ( September - October
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A Garden for all seasons! Cheerio
Gardens, with it's diverse selection of indigenous
and exotic trees explodes in intense shades of yellows,
oranges and reds during autumn.
In September the Flowering Cherry trees burst forth
in clouds of white and pink blossoms and many visitors
flock to the gardens to enjoy the colorful display.
Banks of azaleas put up a wonderful display of warm
pinks, purples and magenta. Book your stay now for
The Magoebaskloof Spring Festival.
Tea Garden is open from Wednesday to Sunday. Contact us
for our specials!!
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Enjoy the tranquility of the gardens while having
a light lunch or just a cup of coffee