{"id":239,"date":"2017-11-28T10:22:24","date_gmt":"2017-11-28T08:22:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.qvc.co.za\/?p=239"},"modified":"2017-11-28T10:22:24","modified_gmt":"2017-11-28T08:22:24","slug":"get-mountain-groove-crystal-springs-mountain-lodge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/index.php\/2017\/11\/28\/get-mountain-groove-crystal-springs-mountain-lodge\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Into the Mountain Groove @ Crystal Springs Mountain Lodge"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><span style=\"color: #6b7530;\">The perfect destination for all types of travellers\u2026<\/span><\/h3>\n<h5><em>If you\u2019re looking for a variety of unique experiences, Crystal Springs is the place to be this holiday!<\/em><\/h5>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-245\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.qvc.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Wildlife-Grazing.jpg?resize=4000%2C1866\" alt=\"Crystal Springs Wildlife Grazing\" width=\"4000\" height=\"1866\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Wildlife-Grazing.jpg?w=4000&amp;ssl=1 4000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Wildlife-Grazing.jpg?resize=300%2C140&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Wildlife-Grazing.jpg?resize=768%2C358&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Wildlife-Grazing.jpg?resize=1024%2C478&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Wildlife-Grazing.jpg?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Wildlife-Grazing.jpg?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Step off the beaten track and into a world of unmatched natural experiences. The mountainous countryside that Crystal Springs calls home, is a wonder-world like no other. A world where buck and zebra graze peacefully in full view from the chalets that blend so beautifully with the natural environment. A world where a rare few have been lucky enough to experience a leopard leaping out from under their chalet to grab an unsuspecting warthog. A world where drifting away to the sounds, the aromas and the feeling of being surrounded by Mother Nature, becomes effortless.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-242\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.qvc.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Game-and-Wildlife.jpg?resize=1355%2C768\" alt=\"Crystal Springs Game and Wildlife\" width=\"1355\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Game-and-Wildlife.jpg?w=1355&amp;ssl=1 1355w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Game-and-Wildlife.jpg?resize=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Game-and-Wildlife.jpg?resize=768%2C435&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Game-and-Wildlife.jpg?resize=1024%2C580&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Unique experiences include indulging in a massage amongst the tall pine trees, indigenous fauna and flora (and a few more nice surprises) along the Buck trail, wildlife sightings from your chalet or on a game drive, 4X4 trails, the thrill of being in birders\u2019 paradise, misty evening by the fireplace, the best braais \u2013 with a view, and many more.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-243\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.qvc.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-has-THE-BEST-braais.jpg?resize=4752%2C3168\" alt=\"Crystal Springs Game and Wildlife\" width=\"4752\" height=\"3168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-has-THE-BEST-braais.jpg?w=4752&amp;ssl=1 4752w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-has-THE-BEST-braais.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-has-THE-BEST-braais.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-has-THE-BEST-braais.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-has-THE-BEST-braais.jpg?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-has-THE-BEST-braais.jpg?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Le Fera Restaurant, Bar and Pizzeria is located onsite and offers beautiful views. The pizzeria is certainly making waves with their authentic wood fired pizza \u2013 we\u2019d go as far as to say this a must-do for any Crystal Springs visit!<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-246\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.qvc.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Le-Fera-Restaurant-and-Pizzeria.jpg?resize=3019%2C1872\" alt=\"Le Fera Restaurant and Pizzeria\" width=\"3019\" height=\"1872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Le-Fera-Restaurant-and-Pizzeria.jpg?w=3019&amp;ssl=1 3019w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Le-Fera-Restaurant-and-Pizzeria.jpg?resize=300%2C186&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Le-Fera-Restaurant-and-Pizzeria.jpg?resize=768%2C476&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Le-Fera-Restaurant-and-Pizzeria.jpg?resize=1024%2C635&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Le-Fera-Restaurant-and-Pizzeria.jpg?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Other facilities include an onsite convenience shop, liquor store, laundrette, and a Spa and Wellness Centre (not for under 16s) which offers a gym, heated pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and ultimate peace and tranquillity.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-244\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.qvc.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Jacuzzi.jpg?resize=4752%2C3168\" alt=\"Crystal Springs Jacuzzi\" width=\"4752\" height=\"3168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Jacuzzi.jpg?w=4752&amp;ssl=1 4752w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Jacuzzi.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Jacuzzi.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Jacuzzi.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Jacuzzi.jpg?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Crystal-Springs-Jacuzzi.jpg?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Chalets are fully equipped, and rigged for those beautiful misty days. The weather turns very quickly, be sure to pack a jersey even if you\u2019re visiting during summer.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-247\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.qvc.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Zebra-grazing-between-chalets-at-Crystal-Springs.jpg?resize=3995%2C1835\" alt=\"Zebra grazing between chalets at Crystal Springs\" width=\"3995\" height=\"1835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Zebra-grazing-between-chalets-at-Crystal-Springs.jpg?w=3995&amp;ssl=1 3995w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Zebra-grazing-between-chalets-at-Crystal-Springs.jpg?resize=300%2C138&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Zebra-grazing-between-chalets-at-Crystal-Springs.jpg?resize=768%2C353&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Zebra-grazing-between-chalets-at-Crystal-Springs.jpg?resize=1024%2C470&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Zebra-grazing-between-chalets-at-Crystal-Springs.jpg?resize=980%2C450&amp;ssl=1 980w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Zebra-grazing-between-chalets-at-Crystal-Springs.jpg?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Zebra-grazing-between-chalets-at-Crystal-Springs.jpg?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Four-star Tourism Grading and a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence guarantee a comfortable stay. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a0<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-241\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.qvc.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Chalet-Accommodation.jpg?resize=1500%2C1000\" alt=\"Crystal Springs Chalet Accommodation\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Chalet-Accommodation.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Chalet-Accommodation.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Chalet-Accommodation.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Chalet-Accommodation.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Haven\u2019t booked your December holiday yet?<\/p>\n<p>We have Crystal Springs stock available for December. Don\u2019t miss out and give us a call on 012\u00a0492 1230 to book your stay. Standard T&amp;Cs apply.<\/p>\n<p>You can also book Crystal Springs as a Bonus Break with a Cause! Full Weeks go for R 2149. Bonus Breaks T&amp;Cs apply.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-240 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.qvc.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/School-Holiday-Entertainment.png?resize=600%2C200\" alt=\"School Holiday Entertainment\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/School-Holiday-Entertainment.png?w=600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/School-Holiday-Entertainment.png?resize=300%2C100&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The perfect destination for all types of travellers\u2026 If you\u2019re looking for a variety of unique experiences, Crystal Springs is the place to be this holiday! 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