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FMR Collection

September 15 @ 2:00 pm - September 17 @ 10:00 am

R8000

Fine Music Radio, together with the De Hoop Collection presents the
FMR COLLECTION
A weekend of fine music, wining, dining and some adventure.

The FMR Collection has been created as a special getaway for FMR listeners to enjoy a relaxing, stimulating and entertaining musical weekend away in the magnificent setting of Cape Nature’s De Hoop Nature Reserve.

VENUE: De Hoop Collection | DATES: 15 – 17 September 2023

FRIDAY:
Arrive at leisure from 2 pm. From 5.30 pm enjoy welcoming drinks to the sounds of the Best of Both duo, while the sun sets over the De Hoop Vlei, followed by dinner in the company of our own Penelope and her jazz trio.

SATURDAY:
Breakfast from 8 am: served in the Fig Tree restaurant.
Morning at leisure to explore SA’s best land-based whale watching, mountain biking, guided eco boat trips, and bird watching.

Musical hors d’oeuvres at 11 am: Classics and Jazz in Conversation – a practical music discussion with François du Toit and Andrew Ford.

Lunch from 12 to 2 pm: This is served against the background of a live FMR outside broadcast of the Light Lunch programme, hosted by Penelope.

High tea and sweet company from 3.30 to 5 pm: In conversation with Rodney Trudgeon, Mike Mills and François du Toit, facilitated by Eon de Vos, about Radio, FMR, the Music and You.

The Fine Music Radio gala dinner from 6.30 pm: with joyous music from Bach to Broadway, featuring all our musicians and singers.

SUNDAY MORNING:
Sit down for breakfast, or go sightseeing with a packed breakfast. Consider an interpretive marine walk or vulture experience before leaving.

MUSICIANS:
Including the Disa Duo: David Bester and David Pinoit; The Best of Both Duo: Francois Botha and Yohan Chun; FMR’s Louise Howlett and Penelope, with Andrew Ford and Francois Botha, Ashlin Grobelaar, Kaitlin Visser and more.

The Programme is subject to change.

ACCOMMODATION:
UNIT COSTS ARE FOR THE ENTIRE WEEKEND.

Costs for each unit are fully inclusive of two nights’ accommodation, all meals, music, all FMR events for all guests.
Alcohol and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Larger units are ideal for groups of friends or family.
FMR MEMBERS ENJOY A 10% DISCOUNT

* CAMPSITE RONDAWELS @ R8,000 per unit
The 5 campsite rondawels are cosy with a spectacular vlei view. They have a kettle, bar fridge, basic cutlery, crockery, glassware and toaster in each of them. The rondawels share 2 toilets and 2 outside showers that are located next to rondawel number 5. Each rondawel has its own braai area and picnic table. The communal kitchen in the camping area is available for catering purposes as well.
UNITS: 5 | PAX PER UNIT: 2

* EQUIPPED COTTAGES 1-6 @ R14,750 per unit
There are 6 Equipped cottages that are all fully equipped for self-catering. Each unit has a kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom with shower. All linen and bathroom towels are provided and the kitchens are fully equipped. They all have braai areas outside and a table for outdoor dining.
UNITS: 6 | PAX PER UNIT: 4

* EQUIPPED COTTAGES 7 @ R21,650 per unit
There is 1 Equipped cottage that is fully equipped for self-catering. The unit has a kitchen, 3 bedrooms and a bathroom with shower. All linen and bathroom towels are provided and the kitchen is fully equipped. Braai area outside and a table for outdoor dining.
UNITS: 1 | PAX PER UNIT: 6

* DE HOOP VILLAGES @ R19,700 per unit
The De Hoop village consists of 9 cottages, all equipped with kitchen/dining room, lounge, 1 double, 1 twin and 1 bunk room as well as a bathroom with shower. All linen and bathroom towels are provided and the kitchens are fully equipped. Each of the cottages have an outside braai area with a table for outside dining.
UNITS: 9 | PAX PER UNIT: 5

* VLEI COTTAGES @ R17,500 per unit
The Vlei Cottages are 2 bed-roomed cottages that have partial views of the vlei. Each cottage has a bathroom with shower, open plan kitchen/lounge/dining area, 1 king bedroom and 1 twin bedroom. The kitchens are fully equipped and there is a braai area and outdoor table in front of each cottage. Each cottage also has a cosy fireplace.
UNITS: 3 | PAX PER UNIT: 4

* OPSTAL HOUSES @ R24,150 per unit
These 3 bed-roomed Houses are set amongst the Milkwood trees behind the Opstal Manor house. The houses all have 3 spacious bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, a lounge with fireplace, bathrooms with shower and bath, separate toilet and an outside braai area. Linen, bathroom towels and bathroom amenities are supplied.
UNITS: 4 | PAX PER UNIT: 6

* OPSTAL SUITES @ R17,925 per unit
The Opstal Vlei Suite is a Luxury bedroom, which sleep 2 people and has one bedroom with an en suite bathroom. The Vlei Suite has a fantastic view of the vlei.

The Opstal Stable Suite is a Luxury bedroom, which sleep 2 people and has one bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. It is located next to the Vlei Suite in the courtyard.

The 3 Otter Suites are situated close to the Vlei and a short walk from the restaurant. Each suite sleeps 2 people and has one bedroom with en-suite bathroom with bath only. Each suite has a lovely outside shower. The suites are surrounded by sounds of the birds from the Vlei and Otter sightings are a possibility.

The Dassie Suite has a fabulous view of the vlei. It sleeps 2 people and has one bedroom with en-suite bathroom with bath & shower. The Suite has a sitting area and cosy fireplace. This Suite is perfectly positioned to view the birdlife and majestic sunsets from your veranda.

The Figtree Suite is set in the courtyard with its magnificent Fig Trees. It sleeps 2 people and has one bedroom with en-suite bathroom with bath and shower. The Suite has a sitting area and is closely situated to the Fig Tree Restaurant and Reception area.

The Cloete Suites offer bedrooms that interlink. Cloete 1 & 2 interlink and have views of the open grasslands where eland, bontebok and mountain zebra amongst others may be seen grazing. Cloete 3 & 4 interlink and look out onto the courtyard with its magnificent Natal Wild Fig Trees. Each suite has a bathroom with shower and bath. Cloete 1 has a fireplace.

The Cloete Cottage offers private en-suite accommodation. It is located between the Cloete Suites and the Fig Tree Suite within walking distance from The Fig Tree Restaurant. The suite has one bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a seating area. The bathroom has a shower and a bath.

The Opstal Manor House is a beautiful old manor house that has been restored to its former glory and has 3 en-suite bedrooms. The small room is suitable for children only. The house has a lounge with a cosy fireplace that is shared between all guests in the house.
UNITS: 14 | PAX PER UNIT: 2

Don’t miss out on this great weekend!
Call or email Samantha from De Hoop Collection and book your spot now.
res@dehoopcollection.co.za | +27 (0)21 422 4522

For more information> https://www.fmr.co.za/fmr-collection/

Details

Start:
September 15 @ 2:00 pm
End:
September 17 @ 10:00 am
Cost:
R8000
Website:
https://www.fmr.co.za/fmr-collection/

Venue

De Hoop Collection
Western Cape South Africa

Organizer

De Hoop Collection
Phone:
0214224522
Email:
info@dehoopcollection.co.za
View Organizer Website

To book please call us on 021 422 4522, or email info@dehoopcollection.co.za

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