Step into Athanor, nestled in the heart of Hogsback, and immerse yourself in this captivating experience!
Welcome to Athanor Cottages
Nestled within a serene 1.7-hectare expanse at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, Athanor unveils two inviting self-catering cottages: Loerie, hosting up to four guests, and Piet-my-Vrou, accommodating five.
These cottages offer sweeping vistas that stretch down the Thyume valley, where, within moments, you might find yourself enveloped in a gentle cloud, reducing visibility to mere meters—a truly immersive experience.
Throughout the year, a canvas of vibrant hues awaits your lens, especially during the enchanting seasons of autumn and spring.
Capture the essence of life and nature's artistry as you amble along a brief forest trail on-site, leading to a tranquil perennial stream nestled at the property's edge.
As twilight descends, nature unveils one of its most wondrous spectacles—the skies transforming into a masterpiece, a breathtaking testament to creation's marvel.
Our Cottages
Loerie Cottage
This little "Hobbity" like cottage with its beautiful views can comfortably accommodate 4 guests in a bedroom with queen size bed, and a sleeper couch for two in the open-plan living space.
In winter, snuggle up in front of a cosy fire with a book and a cuppa, whilst in summer do bird watching, enjoy the garden or take a stroll down to a perennial stream.
Piet-my-Vrou Cottage
This beautiful family cottage can accommodate 5 guests, one bedroom with a queen size bed, two 3/4 beds in the loft, and a single day bed and sleeper couch for one in the open-plan living area.
Set in a beautiful garden, with a magnificent view down the Thyume Valley which you can enjoy from the deck with many birds playing around in the trees.
About Us
Perched amidst this serene landscape, both cottages offer awe-inspiring vistas overlooking the Thyume valley.
The scenery, ever-changing, can shift swiftly from breathtaking panoramic views to moments shrouded in mist, reducing visibility to mere meters within minutes.
The name 'Athanor' draws inspiration from Philostratus's 'Life of Apollonius,' describing it as an occult hill veiled in mist, save for its clear southern side.
At its summit lies a well emitting an azure vapor, warmed by the sun, with a base adorned by red arsenic.
Adjacent, a basin cradles an ever-steady, odorless, smokeless flame, maintaining a constant height.
Notably, two obsidian reservoirs house the wind and rain, serving as a reservoir to nourish the land during parched spells, releasing clouds to water the surrounding countryside.
