WELCOME
Dear Guest
It gives us great pleasure to welcome you to Millstream Farm, our elevated trout fishing haven.
Information regarding the facilities / activities on and around the Farm can be found in this booklet.
Should there be anything that we can do to make your stay more enjoyable, or if you require additional information about the Farm, please do not hesitate to contact any of our Management Team on (013) 253 9910/ 11 or 083 463 0267
Management appreciates your comments, so please take the time to fill in your Guest Comment Card. This will automatically be forwarded to your e-mail address on check out. It is only through concerned Owners and Guests like yourselves filling in the form and submitting it, that we are able to improve facilities. Each form will be analysed and the required action taken, all recommendations are forwarded to the Board of Directors. So as to ensure optimal fishing and correct stocking levels, it is essential that you complete your fishing permit. (please follow the instructions on the permit, even if you caught nothing or did not fish). This also allows us to compile precise fishing records, monitor the fishing as well as track how many non-fisherman stayed on the Farm. Please hand these returns in at the Reception or at the Main Gate on departure. We hope you enjoy your stay.
Kind regards,
The Millstream Team
013 253 9910/1 Millstream Farm [email protected] P.O. Box 37, Dullstroom 1110 @millstreamfarmrsa www.millstreamfarm.co.za INDEX
DESCRIPTION PAGE Important Telephone numbers 1 Medical and other emergencies
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: - Fire 2
A-Z Information 3 – 15
Fly Fishing Ethos & Ethics 16 – 17
Millstream’s General Rules & Fishing 18 – 22 Regulations Dullstroom - a brief History and climatic 23 conditions
Attractions in and around Dullstroom 24 – 26
Bird list of Millstream 27 – 29
Energy and water conservation 30 including recycling
Fly fishing Demonstrations & Lessons 31
Horse riding, times 32
Mobile Massages 33
Guided walks 34
Map of Millstream 35
Breakage price list 36
Laundry List 37 (Limited service – COVID-19) IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS
MILLSTREAM FARM Reception 013 253 9910/1 Managers (Steve & Jackie Vincent) 083 4630267 Alternate Managers (Dana & Pheona Kemp) 083 288 1450
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AMBULANCE CHEMIST / PHARMACY 013 246 2510/ Middleburg Dullstroom Pharmacy 013 254 0407 2716/ 2729 ER24 084 124 Van Biljon Chemist Belfast 013 253 1241 Lydenburg Pharmacy 013 235 2321
HOSPITALS DOCTORS Belfast 013 253 1184 Lydenburg: Medical Centre 013 235 3122 Lydenburg 013 235 2233 Dullstroom Please enquire @ Nelspruit 013 759 0500 reception if there is a doctor currently in Middleburg 013 282 6143 town.
PHYSIOTHERAPIST (Dullstroom/Belfast) DENTIST (Lydenburg) G. Combrink 082 550 1903 Dr Kromhout 013 235 1983
SECURITY CONCERNS Dullstroom Police 013 254 0141 Sun Security 013 235 2725
VEHICLE BREAKDOWNS Tallow Auto- Brian Jones 079 895 6840
RESTAURANTS & COFFEE SHOPS Anvile Ale 073 168 6603 Old Transvaal Inn 013 254 0222 Charlie C’s 013 254 0768 Pickles & Things Bistro 013 254 0115 Critchley Hackle 013 254 0149 Rose Cottage 013 254 0218 Duck & Trout 013 254 0047 The Highlander 013 254 8000 Dullstroom Inn 013 254 0071 The Coachman 013 254 0019 Harries Pancakes 013 254 0801 The Poacher 013 254 1080 Mayfly 084 619 4946 Walkersons 013 253 7000 Mrs Simpsons 013 254 0088
BUS SERVICES The Lowveld Link 013 750 1174 The Bushveld Link 013 750 1953
MILLSTREAM FARM MANAGEMENT TEAM Steve & Jackie Vincent; Dana & Pheona Kemp; Kennedy Sithole
MILLSTREAM FARM BOARD OF DIRECTORS D. Brink (Chairperson)/ H. Adams, A. Kellett, K. Elliott, S. Briggs, V. Song 1 Company Secretary: J. Briggs EMERGENCY PROCEDURE IN CASE OF A FIRE
In the unlikely event of a
FIRE IN YOUR HOUSE
1) Vacate the house immediately ensuring that the upstairs rooms and bathrooms are evacuated first. Move to the Recreation Centre or to a safe area and ensure that all your party have been accounted for.
2) If you are sure that there is no danger to yourself or others, there is a fire extinguisher in the kitchen area downstairs. Remove the extinguisher from the wall hook. Pull out the ring pin, point the nozzle at the base of the fire and depress the handle.
3) If you have a cell phone please call the:- Farm Office : 013 253 9910/1 Manager : 083 463 0267 Alternate Duty Manager: 083 288 1450
4) If you cannot contact the office please drive to the office/reception area. The Farm Management couple live in the house behind reception and the alternate Duty Management couple live in the house next to the Recreation Centre.
5) OTHER NUMBERS:- POLICE DULLSTROOM:- 013 254 0141 FIRE MARSHAL/NEIGHBOUR:- 083 597 7040
VELD FIRES
If you see a veld fire on the Farm or neighbouring farm please notify Farm Management immediately on the numbers listed above – alternately please notify the Fire Marshal for the area as listed above.
Should you feel that there is a possibility of the fire reaching your house, please evacuate the house immediately, ensuring that the three upstairs bedrooms and bathrooms are evacuated first.
Move to the Recreation Centre or any safe area. (onto a fire break)
Management create a 50m fire protection break around the entire boundary by the end of June every year.
2 MILLSTREAM FARM AND ENVIRON ACTIVITIES/FACILITIES AVAILABLE ON THE FARM
• Fly Fishing for trout is the primary activity. This can be done in the weirs, ponds and dams. • Tennis, squash, table tennis, sauna, pool, horse riding and cycling is available. • Bookings for the above can be made at Reception and tennis, squash or table tennis racquets / bats, pool cues, boule sets and bicycles can be hired. • There is a heated indoor swimming pool in the Recreation Centre. Swimming towels can be obtained from Reception during office hours. • There are several board games available for hire. Please enquire at Reception. • Walking and cycling trails on the Farm are marked on a map available from Reception. • A word of CAUTION to all Parents, there are many hectares of open water on the Farm, tempting rocks to climb and exciting creepy crawlies to catch. Please ensure that your children are supervised at all times, they are your responsibility!
AMBULANCE See page 1, Important Telephone Numbers
ATMs ABSA, FNB & NEDBANK - In Dullstroom near the Puma Garage STANDARD BANK - In Belfast
BABY SITTING (Temporarily unavailable) A limited babysitting service is available. Bookings can be made at Reception.
BANK There is no bank in Dullstroom. Nearest is Belfast (FNB & ABSA).
BATH TOWELS Towels will be changed once a week if you for 7-day stays. If you would like them changed more often please contact Reception.
Please do not take these towels to the swimming pool. BEAUTY SALONS Highland Rose Spa - 082 309 8140 Millstream Mobile Massage - 013 253 9911/10 (Temporarily unavailable) (For additional information on treatments, see leaflet in the folder).
3 BICYCLES There are a limited number of bicycles available for hire. Please enquire at Reception. These bicycles may not be ridden off the property, but may be ridden on the trails.
BIRDING There are over 200 species of birds found at Millstream. If you are interested in birding, lists are available at Reception. There is a Bird Hide located on the North Eastern side of Wordsworth.
BOARD GAMES Trivial Pursuit, Scrabble, Balderdash, Pictionary, 30 Seconds, Rummy ‘O’, Chess, Rummikub, Playing Cards and a selection of puzzles are available from Reception.
BOATS There are several boats available on Lake Millstream. Oars and rowlocks can be collected from Reception. Please remember you may only use the boats for 3 hours at a time, unless prior arrangement has been made with Reception. Exceeding the allocated 3 hours will result in penalties being charged. Do not, for your own safety, use the boats during a storm, electrical, or otherwise. Private boats may not be used on Millstream waters (not applicable to float tubes and kick boats). Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. PLEASE RETURN THE BOATS TO THE ‘T’ JETTY AFTER USE. LIFE JACKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT RECEPTION. USE OF THE BOATS IS ENTIRELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.
BOOT TOWELS You will see boot towels placed at the entrance to your cottage. These are for wiping muddy boots, etc. Please DO NOT use the bathroom towels for this purpose.
BRAAI FACILITIES Each cottage has its own outside braai facility as well as a Weber Kettle braai. Wood, briquettes and fire lighters are on sale at Reception during office hours. After hours these can be purchased at the Main Entrance Gate. Please braai only in the designated area.
BUS SERVICES See page 1 for important telephone numbers.
BUTCHERY Dullstroom Butchery is located next to Dullstroom Accommodation about two thirds down the main road on the left. There is also a basic butchery in the Lebamba Super Market.
4 CATCH & RELEASE Lake Crystabel and Solitary Reaper are trophy dams. We request that you use barbless hooks and release all fish in these dams. If you would like to keep one fish as a trophy, please bring it to Reception for record purposes. Catch and release is encouraged on all the other dams as well unless you want fish for the table.
CHECK OUT TIME The CHECK OUT TIME AT MILLSTREAM IS STRICTLY 9:30 on the morning of your departure. There is a charge of R200.00 per hour or part thereof for late check-out. Please remember to bring your keys to Reception and settle any outstanding accounts. Should you be departing before or after office hours, please settle any outstanding accounts on the day prior to departure and hand your cottage keys in at the Main Entrance Gate on departure.
CHEMIST / PHARMACY See page 1 for important telephone numbers.
CHILDREN’S PLAYGROUND (Temporarily closed) The enclosed playground is located behind the Recreation Centre. Access can be gained through the Rec centre through the door adjacent to the squash court. A jungle gym is located adjacent to the stables. No supervision is present - Use of these facilities is entirely at your own risk.
CHURCHES IN DULLSTROOM Catholic Church Contact Theresa/Enid 082 414 0268 / 072 651 0092 Reformed Church Contact Mrs Jansen 013 254 0038 Dutch Reformed Church Contact DS. J Potgieter 013 254 0049 Mosque Contact Mr Vaid 083 500 0333 CLEANING SERVICE The cottages at Millstream are serviced once daily. Should you not require this service, please notify us timeously. On Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays the cleaners only work until 13h00.
The cleaning ladies are not available to wash clothing at the cottage (see laundry), nor are they available for car washing, fish cleaning, cooking, babysitting, etc. Guests who leave the cottage in an excessively untidy/dirty condition, will be charged an additional cleaning fee. CLEANING & GUEST SUPPLIES For your convenience, dishwashing liquid and dishwasher detergent is stored in the cupboard under the sink. Additional Toilet paper is stored in the bottom draw in the kitchen. If during your stay you require additional supplies, please ask your cleaning lady.
CLEANING OF FISH Fish must please be cleaned at the water's edge. Please ensure that the entrails are cast into the water and not left on the bank or in the shallows. We are endeavouring to feed the crabs and in turn provide preferred additional food for the Otters. 5 CLIMATE Millstream is situated nearly 2000m (over 6000 feet) above sea level, in a summer rainfall area. Temperatures rarely go above 31C in midsummer. Occasionally we have snow in winter, with temperatures as low as -8C. The average annual rainfall is 850 mm. Be aware that Dullstroom is capable of presenting several different “seasons” in a very short space of time.
CRANES The Crane enclosure is located behind and to the North of Cottage 26 alongside the gum trees.
CREDIT CARDS (No cash accepted until further notice) We accept Master or Visa cards. Unfortunately we cannot accept Diners or American Express cards.
DAY VISITORS Guests staying on the farm are permitted day visitors. There is a non-refundable charge of R50.00 per car per day.
Day visitors may NOT fish but may use all other facilities available on the Farm.
DENTIST See page 1 for important telephone numbers.
DOCTORS See page 1 for important telephone numbers.
DRIVING ON THE FARM Please drive only on designated roads. Roads marked “Farm Vehicles Only” are not for use by guests. Only guests in possession of a valid driver’s licence may drive on the Farm. Please stick to the speed limit of 25km/h.
DUSTBINS We empty dustbins on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Please put bottles and cans into the separate drum provided. Waste disposal is a worsening problem in Dullstroom and if present efforts to find a solution are unsuccessful, it may become necessary to ask guests to take, at least recyclable, waste home with them.
DVDs / VIDEOS Dullstroom DVDs is situated next to the Fresh Pick Supermarket. However no TV, video or radio facilities are provided in the cottages.
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES The cleaning staff have been trained in the use of all the electrical appliances in your cottage. Should you require assistance in operating an appliance, kindly ask the cleaning lady for help or contact Reception.
6 EMERGENCIES Management live on the Farm and there is always a Manager on the farm or contactable by phone. Please check the Emergency Numbers listed on the notice near the kitchen door, above or close to the Fire Extinguisher.
The Manager 083 463 0267 Alternate Duty Manager 083 288 1450 Should you not be able to raise anyone on the phone, the Management couple live behind Reception and the alternate Management couple live in the Cottage below the Recreation Centre opposite the Tennis court.
FIRE In the event of fire in your cottage, evacuate immediately and contact Management. Proceed to the designated Emergency Assembly Point. next to the Recreation Centre Should you notice a fire on the Farm, please contact Management as quickly as possible. 083 463 0267 or the Office 013 253 9910/11. Help prevent fires on the Farm by adhering to the following: - • USE DESIGNATED BRAAI AREAS ONLY • ALWAYS TEND YOUR BRAAI FIRE • DO NOT THROW MATCHES OR CIGARETTE BUTTS INTO THE VELD
FIRE LIGHTING When lighting a fire do not use pine needles or dry pine cones. These exude a gum residue that sticks to everything making cleaning very difficult.
FIREWOOD Fire wood, briquettes, fire lighters and matches are available at Reception during office hours and at the Main Entrance Gate after hours. (Please Note No credit is given for Fire Wood not used)
Please refrain from collecting wood or kindling from the veld. Pine and gum logs, due to their high gum and resin content (especially when wet), spark badly resulting in burnt carpets and damaged floors. Funds generated from the sale of wood go towards eradicating exotic invasive plants & trees and replanting indigenous vegetation on the Farm.
7 FISHING Only fly fishing tackle is permitted i.e. Fly Rod, Fly Reel, Fly Line & Flies. Any other type of fishing equipment i.e. spinning rods, coffee grinders, spinners / lures, bait, sinkers etc. is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN !!! Please refer to the permit issued to you at the entrance gate and to the Farm rules. Fly Rods can be hired from Reception and if you are a novice needing help, a fly fishing demonstration is held on the lawn outside the Recreation Centre every Saturday at 10h00. Individual lessons can also be booked. Relevant Extracts from:- Dam Management and Fish Stocking Policies 1. Dams, Ponds & Weirs: The dams, ponds and weirs are intended for fly fishing and should be in the best possible condition to support trout and provide as natural a habitat as possible. Therefore the following compromises the outline of a management plan. 2. Fish Stocking & Feeding 2.1 In order to safeguard the health of fish stocks in Millstream waters, only approved stockists will be used and management will satisfy themselves at least every 6 months that supplier bio security arrangements are acceptable. During summer, if there are disease outbreaks reported, it may be appropriate to do this more often and at the discretion of management, the supplier may be asked for a Veterinary certificate proving the absence of infection. 2.1 In order to maintain the farm’s reputation as a premier fly fishing resort, it is necessary to maintain a fish population density which, on historical performance, has been achieved by placing an average of 7.5 tons of fish into the dams annually. This stocking takes place on a 2 week cycle throughout the year but subject to climatic conditions, may be varied from time to time at the discretion of the Fish Bailiff and/or t he Resort Manager. Seasonal visitor pressure may also prompt some adjustment. As the size of the water and the amount of fishing pressure that it receives are also a significant factor, the size of fish stocked will vary as follows but not limited to:
Waters Size of Fish Weirs, Ponds and Wordsworth water 500g – 1kg
Tintern Water, Coleridge and Lake 500g – 1.5kg Millstream Solitary Reaper and Crystabel 1500g – 2kg
2.3 Supplementary feed may be supplied to the fish at the discretion of the Fish Bailiff but not on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays.
8 3. Problem Animal Control Otters are an endangered and a threatened species in Southern Africa and therefore a protected species. Very little is known about them. and several studies have been supported by Millstream to date the feedback informs us that they do consume trout but the quantities are in question and that they certainly take a variety of other natural foods such as crabs etc. There are currently no economically, humane or environmentally sound control measures known. Reed Cormorants are unlikely to do much damage unless smaller fish than the norm are stocked. White Breasted Cormorants, however, are of concern and are probably responsible for taking a percentage of all Millstream fish stocks. Every effort should be made to discourage these birds by scaring them off perching and roosting sites. In extreme cases, it may be necessary to eradicate the offenders but this has a number of implications. This will only be carried out under strict direction of the Board of Directors
FIRST AID A limited first aid kit is available at Reception. For more serious problems please contact either the Doctors or hospital listed.
FLORA & FAUNA All wildlife on the Farm, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and plant life, are protected and may not be removed, captured or disturbed in any way. This includes eggs and flowers or plants. Persons found contravening the above will be asked to leave the Farm.
GAME We have the following on the Farm: • zebra • serval • blesbuck • porcupine • springbuck • otters • grey rhebuck • several species of mongoose • duiker, • dassies • black backed jackal • hares Remember all the animals are wild and must be treated accordingly. No shooting is permitted on the Farm
GATE FEE There is an entry fee per vehicle per week , payable at Reception by credit card and EFT only. GOLF There are several golf courses in the area. Bookings can be made at the following telephone numbers: - Belfast Golf Course - 013 253 0981 Lydenburg Golf Course - 013 235 3391 Highland Gate Golf Course - 078 456 1792
9 GPS CO-ORDINATES Longitude - 30 degrees, 04 minutes, 20 seconds East Latitude - 25 degrees, 26 minutes, 40 seconds South
HAIRDRESSERS (IN DULLSTROOM) Elize - 082 335 5694 Trevor Conn - 084 900 0948
HORSE RIDING Millstream offers horse rides for inexperienced and intermediate riders. Book at Reception. Our horses are hacking horses and the following rules apply: - All rides must be accompanied by a Groom. If the Groom feels at any time during the ride that the behaviour of the horse or rider is jeopardising their safety, he has instructions to return to the stables. The pace of the ride will be dictated by the slowest rider. The wearing of riding helmets is mandatory.
HOSPITALS See page 1 for important telephone numbers.
HOTELS Dullstroom Inn - 013 254 0071 The Highlander - 013 254 8000 Walkersons - 013 253 7000
INTERNET CAFÉ In Dullstroom situated in the DVD/Video shop next to Fresh Pick supermarket–013 254 0454.
INVENTORY (Removed due to COVID-19 protocols) On your arrival, you will find the inventory list in your cottage. It has been checked by the cleaner on duty prior to your arrival, please check the inventory yourself and report any shortages or damaged items within 24 hours. Failure to report these will result in you being charged for any items broken or missing.
KEY & BREAKAGE DEPOSITS Millstream requires the details of your credit card on check-in and authorization to deduct the cost of any breakages in your cottage. Alternatively we require a R500 eft. Should you break or damage anything, please pay for it on your departure. Should anything be found broken or damaged after your departure, this will be deducted from your breakage deposit or claimed against your credit card. If keys are not handed in there is a substantial charge to cover the cost of recovery etc.
10 LAUNDRY SERVICE (Limited service)
LIBRARY BOOKS (Temporarily unavailable) There is a limited library available at the Recreation Centre. Should you borrow a book, please return it. If you would like to keep it please provide a replacement. The library is stocked with books donated by owners and guests – thank you to those who have made donations.
LINEN CHANGES (Emergencies only) Towels and linen are changed once a week, if you would like a change more often, please let your cleaning lady know. Should you require a linen change, please inform Reception the day before the change is required. There is a nominal charge per room for this service.
LITTER It is sad to walk around the Farm and see litter and cigarette butts tossed carelessly into the grass. If you are walking around the Farm and know that you are not going to be near a rubbish bin, collect a litter bag from Reception and use the bins provided at strategic points.
LOST PROPERTY Millstream cannot be held responsible for any items left behind in the cottages. Such items will be kept for 3 months only, after which they will be sold.
MAINTENANCE We maintain all the cottages on an ongoing basis. Should you notice anything that needs attention, please advise the Manager on duty.
MOTORCYCLES Motorcycles are NOT permitted on Millstream. Motorcycles can be left at the Main Entrance Gate. Although the entrance is manned on a 24 hr. basis, guests leave their motor cycles at the gate at entirely their own risk
OVER OCCUPATION Please note that the number of beds in your unit indicates the number of people allowed to occupy the unit, (this includes children of all ages). Please save us the embarrassment of having to ask some of your guests to leave in order to comply with our rules. If the extra person/s has already stayed a night on the Farm you will be charged a substantial penalty. Babies are also counted as people.
PETS NO pets are allowed at Millstream. Guests bringing animals onto the property will be asked to remove them or leave the Farm themselves. However, Management will consider arrangements for service dogs, e.g. a guide dog for a blind guest provided the request is motivated prior to arrival.
PHYSIOTHERAPIST (Dullstroom/Belfast) G. Combrink - 082 550 1903
11 POOL TABLE (Bookings required) Cues available from Reception. Cash deposit required per cue. No persons under 15 years may use the table. Maximum 3 hours use or forfeit the deposit
POWER FAILURES Our location means that in summer we are subject to thunderstorms on a fairly regular basis. At times these can be severe enough to result in power failures. There are candles kept in the drawer of the sideboard. Should you need additional candles, please call Reception. A 5 KVa inverter has been installed in your cottage and will automatically provide power to your fridge, ceiling lights and one plug point in the kitchen for +/- 4 hours should the Eskom supply fail. PLEASE TREAT ALL ELECTRICAL SOCKETS AS LIVE AT ALL TIMES. TRIPPING THE MAIN SUPPLY WILL ACTIVATE THE INVERTER AND SOME SOCKETS WILL STILL REMAIN LIVE.
QUOTA (FISHING BAG LIMIT)) Please refer to the fishing permit you were issued with on your arrival and ensure that the number of fish killed is not exceeded.
RECEPTION HOURS Reception hours are as follows: Monday – Thursday: 07h00 – 17h00 Fridays: 07h00 – 18h00 Weekends & Public Holidays: 08h00 – 16h00 To avoid disappointment please collect sports equipment and games, that you may want that evening, before Reception closes.
RECREATION CENTRE (Limited to 26 guests) This facility is located adjacent to the stables and offers the following activities; - Tennis, squash, table tennis, heated swimming pool, pool room, sauna, DSTV and children’s playroom. The Recreation Centre is open 24 hours a day and is for the use of all Residents. Management request that guests refrain from jumping on the furniture, excessive noise and littering. RESALES (SHAREBLOCK OWNERSHIP) Contact Zest Properties - 013 254 0219 RESTAURANTS & COFFEE SHOPS See important Telephone Numbers Page 1. SAFES There is a digital safe in the downstairs double bedroom wardrobe. Instructions for use are on the inside of the wardrobe door.
12 SAUNA (Bookings required) The sauna is located in the Recreation Centre. Bookings can be made at Reception for a nominal hourly charge. Please ensure that the sauna is switched off once you are finished. Children under 17 years are not permitted to use the sauna unless accompanied by an adult.
SECURITY There is a gate controller on duty 24 hrs a day at the Main Entrance Gate. There are random foot and vehicle patrol 7 nights a week, conducted by our security company, Sun Security. There are panic buttons in both of the main bedrooms which are linked to the armed response company – Tel:013 235 2725. To reduce the risk of theft, we recommend the following: • Do not leave your cottage unlocked, or the downstairs windows unlatched • Do not leave any valuables in the cottage or in your car. Lock these in your safe or at least ensure that they are not visible from outside. • By law, we are not allowed to keep your firearms in our office safe.
SEPTIC TANKS The sewage disposal system on Millstream operates by means of septic tanks. Please use the sanitary bins to dispose of any (unsanitary) non-biodegradable items.
SERVICE STATIONS (DULLSTROOM) Puma Garage - (013) 254 0857 MBT Garage - 082 756 2314
SPEED LIMIT The speed limit on the Farm is 25 kph.
SQUASH (Limited number of guests) The squash court is located at the Recreation Centre. If you have not brought your own equipment, racquets can be hired and balls can be bought at Reception, where bookings for the court can also be made. Please switch off the lights once you have finished.
SUNDAY NEWSPAPERS Should you require a Sunday paper, please place your order and pay at Reception no later than 10h00 on Saturday. Papers cannot be ordered if not paid for by Saturday 10h00. SUNDRY SALES Water, wood, charcoal briquettes, fire lighters, matches, cool drinks, ice creams, Millstream clothing, sundry sports items, and fishing flies are on sale at Reception.
13 SUPERETTES Dullstroom - Lebamba located in the Tonsanby Wells shopping centre and is open daily: 07h00 –18h00 - Arbees in Voortrekker Street near Municipal buildings. 08h00- 17h00 closed at Lunchtime and Saturday & Sundays afternoons Belfast - Spar Lydenburg - Pick ‘n Pay, Spar & Checkers
SWIMMING POOL / SWIMMING (Limited number of guests) There is a heated indoor pool at the Recreation Centre. Please assist in keeping this pool warm by ensuring that the entrance and exit doors are closed at all times and that the bubble cover is replaced once you have finished swimming.
Pool towels are available from Reception. Please DO NOT use the bathroom towels in your cottage for this purpose.
NO SWIMMING is permitted in any of the dams or weirs.
TABLE TENNIS The table tennis table is located at the Recreation Centre. Bats can be obtained for a nominal deposit and balls can be bought from Reception.
TELEVISION (Limited number of guests) There are two TVs with DSTV in the Recreation Centre, one in the lounge and one in the poolroom. If there is no picture call at Reception for assistance (013 253 9911/10).
TENNIS A flood lit tennis court is located at the Recreation Centre. If you have not brought your own equipment, racquets can be hired and balls can be bought at Reception, where bookings for the court can also be made.
Please switch off the flood lights once you have finished playing.
TIPPING OF STAFF Should you wish to tip any member of staff, please do so.
TROUT FISHING Millstream has 13 weirs and 9 dams for your fishing pleasure. All waters are stocked regularly with trout, so as to provide a reasonable level of fishing. Two of the dams are Catch and Release only. PLEASE HAND IN YOUR FISHING RETURN ON DEPARTURE EVEN IF YOU DID NOT FISH PLEASE REMEMBER YOUR BAG LIMIT. LIMIT YOUR CATCH DON’T CATCH YOUR LIMIT.
14 UMBRELLAS Each cottage has an outside patio umbrella. These are stored in the cupboard under the stairs in the cottage. When not in use or in windy or stormy weather, please ensure that the umbrella is packed away.
WEIRS Please note that the rocks placed on the lip of the weirs are not intended as stepping stones. They are there to trap debris. If you attempt to cross a weir, you do so entirely at your own risk.
Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi data transfer is via satellite and limited and inclement weather will adversely affect the data transmission, it is not suitable for large data exchange such as Netflix but rather for e-mails etc.
There is a complimentary voucher per cottage, per week, please collect your voucher for the Resort Wi-Fi from Reception. Additional vouchers can be purchased from Reception during Office hours.
The photographs used in this brochure and the ones hanging in your cottage were taken by: Steve Vincent Should you wish to purchase a canvas print of any of these photos or any other wildlife prints you can enquire at reception for a price list of the various size signed photographs.
15 ETHOS AND ETHICS Is there a new breed of fly fisher out there, totally It is this challenge that brings us back time and again, ignorant of what is and is not acceptable practice in fly and without which we are not sportsmen. fishing? Field editor of the Complete Fly Fisherman, Andrew Levy reflects on this important topic and As soon as we kill more than we can reasonably use, identifies five major spheres of obligation we should all or simply keep on fishing because it is so easy and we take cognisance of: want to impress our friends with the numbers that have fallen to our rod, then we cease to be included among It’s all a question those who are considered fly fishers. of rules We will then have simply become fishmongers! ENVIRONMENT Which is exactly the point – we have too many rules in Our obligation to the environment has two dimensions. our society. That’s one of the reasons I love fly The first is to ensure that when we fish for sport, we fishing: you are on your own and you alone are never deplete the sustainable stock. We need to make responsible for setting your standards, and if you certain that we and the next fellow can fish again next break them, chances are no one will ever know. But week, and that our children can fish in the next just because there are no formal rules or; heaven decade. Secondly, we have a huge duty to sustain the forbid, any legal ones (there are some about licences, environment and keep it free from every form of riparian rights, trespass and so on, but that is another pollution. discussion), it does not mean there aren’t standards of behaviour or expectations about how fly fishers ought Use vehicles and 4x4”s responsibly and stay on road to behave in an ethical or moral sense. and paths, if you must listen to loud music, use a personal stereo; and support your representative Most of these standards are common sense and good groups who fight for the rights of fly fishers. manners, qualities that so often seem to be lacking Remember, if the environment goes, our fish go with it. today, so perhaps we should talk about them. Not that I would suggest for one moment that my fellow fly LANDOWNERS fishers are unethical or an ill-mannered bunch, but Without the landowners, we would have no sport at all. sometimes these things are worth stating because Yes it is a source of revenue for them, and yes, some they are so crucial to every one of us. Besides, the of them do try to extract maximum dollar without time is not far away when all anglers will be under providing anything in return, but they are the minority attack from those who see our sport as unnecessary and the market soon takes care of them. cruelty to animals. We need to be prepared for that attack, because, believe me, it will come. But more Close all gates; don’t start fires; and, if you smoke, importantly, we must not by our behaviour give any make sure you have extinguished you cigarette justification to those who seek to impose their vision of properly. Better still, carry an old tin and keep your the world, or right and of wrong, upon us. stubs in there – you will soon know if they have not been put out. OBLIGATIONS As fly fishers we have five major spheres of Never ever discharge a firearm without the obligations. We have obligations to the environment, to landowner’s permission. In fact, you should not be on our quarry, to our fellow fly fishers, to the land owners his property with a weapon unless you have cleared on whose property we fish and to ourselves and we this with him first. Under no circumstance take a pot might all do well to reflect on these things from time to shot at any bird or game on his land – you will now be time. well outside the law and could have your weapon, car and other possessions confiscated, as well as face Above all, we are sportsmen and it is a matter of criminal charges. sadness to each of us that sometimes our sport ends in the death of a beautiful, living creature. But we can And while we are about it, never ever fish where you justify that. do not have permission. It is poaching, and involves several breaches of criminal law. But I do not cite the We are genetically programmed, but being sportsmen law as a means of suggesting that this is why you we seek out our quarry in the most ethical way we can, should comply. You will do this because you are and we use techniques where our opponent has an proud to call yourself an ethical fly fisher. equal, if not better, chance against us. I 16 … ETHOS AND ETHICS - Cont QUARRY LOOK UNTO YOURSELF Ethical behaviour towards our quarry should be innate. As to your own behaviour, never be selfish. The sort Fish are beautiful creations, ideally suited for their of man who fishes someone else’s allocated waters, environment and highly evolved. Every genuine leaves lunch early to get the best spot for himself, or fisherman or hunter feels this affinity with his quarry, fishes too close on the bank or on the same pool as and would no more willingly inflict unnecessary pain someone who was there first and is catching fish, and suffering on it that e would on his own family. shouts and makes a noise, swims in the river or dam where others are fishing, has no place at all in the If you don’t know how to catch-and-release properly, company of decent fly fishers. ask a friend to show you – any true fisherman would be more than delighted to assist. Even when you have He is much like the fisherman who goes on taking fish killed a fish (which must be done quickly and cleanly after fish from the same pool, just because he can – with a priest or a stone), never leave it struggling with and does this over the entire length of the river, also a long death through suffocation – treat it with respect. spoiling the waters for others. It is not necessary nor This is true in life and death. is fishing from before sunup to beyond sundown. Be moderate and modest in all things. Very rarely does Don’t catch undersized fish; they are the future. And your future or your family’s livelihood depend on what don’t clear out the stock of large fish. If you are lucky you catch. enough to land a couple of really good ones, leave it at that. But above all, develop your powers of observation, and of knowledge of all things related to the outdoors. A more contemporary take on this is the entry in the Learn a little of birds, of insects, of weather and tides log of “70 fish returned.” If you have caught 70 fish, of the night sky. then you should either have stopped a long time ago because the fishing is too easy or you should have Keep a diary and record what you have seen, what tried to master a new and more challenging technique. you have learned and, importantly, what you have After all, you know the fish are there. Move on from thought, for this will open a far wider and wealthier the wet line and the Walker’s Killer – try a dry fly or world than the mere act of fishing. If you are not another approach. Thant kind of entry in the catch learning a little every time you go fishing, then you are record book damns you in the eyes of the true fly missing the true return that fly fishing can give. fisher. Extracts reproduced by kind permission OTHER ANGLERS of the Author and Publisher. Behaviour toward other fly fishers is easy and probably comes naturally. I have never really come across a fly fisher whom I found to be anything other than polite and helpful, and willing to give you the last fly in his box of today’s best patters. Share your knowledge and your skill – and your hip flask.
Listen to what others have to say, and you will be surprised at what you will learn. Children (yours or anybody else’s) are a special case, and typically want to catch the most fish and the biggest fish – for after all, isn’t this the mark of a good fisherman? We need to encourage them (in a way that reinforces our values and ethics but does not dampen their enthusiasm) by showing that the real return for the ethical fisherman goes far beyond the fish themselves.
These kinds of sentiments were probably expressed in Roberts Ruark’s book: ‘The Old Man and the Boy’. If you really want an insight into introducing your people to outdoor sports, you cannot do better than read this.
17 RULES AND REGULATIONS
GENERAL
1. No pets allowed. 2. Do not light fires on the Farm other than in designated areas. a. The use of pine is prohibited in the cottages. 3. Do not collect firewood or tinder from the veld. Firewood and firelighters are available from the office or, after hours, from the main gate at the entrance to the Farm. 4. Do not interfere with, remove or damage any flora or fauna. 5. No swimming is allowed in any of the dams or weirs. 6. Hunting or shooting or fireworks are expressly forbidden on the property. 7. The speed limit on Millstream roads is 25 kph. 8. No off road driving is permitted. 9. Litter: - Discarding rubbish of any description other than into a rubbish bin is prohibited. Rubbish includes any packaging materials, broken equipment, clothing, fishing line of any sort, cigarette butts/filters, food and fish entrails. 10.The operation, flying, driving of Drones (UAV's) or any radio/remote controlled vehicle is prohibited on the farm. Kites not to be flown within 200m of Fishing waters and Stables. 11.Rowdy or unruly behaviour will not be tolerated. 12.Occupation of the cottages is limited to the number of beds available. No over occupation is permitted. 13.Young children must be under constant adult supervision. Please ensure that your children are supervised at all times, they are your responsibility.
1. FISHING Bag Limits Anglers may keep the following numbers of fish free of charge depending on the cottage in which they stay: 1.1 Cottages 1 to 15 and cottages 20 to 26 (10 bedded cottages): Full Week - 15 fish per cottage 2 day rental (week end) - 5 fish per cottage Additional day thereafter - 2 fish per cottage 1.2 Cottages 16a, 17a, 18a and 19a (6 bedded cottages): Full Week - 9 fish per cottage 2 day rental (week end) - 4 fish per cottage Mid Week (5 days) - 6 fish per cottage
18 1.3 Cottages 16b, 17b, 18b and 19b (4 bedded cottages): Full Week - 6 fish per cottage 20-day rental (week end) - 2 fish per cottage Mid Week (5 days) - 4 fish per cottage 1.4 There is no limit to the number of fish that may be caught provided they are released in the proper manner, to the water from which they were caught (see Release Procedure). Note that any fish that is injured or severely stressed and unlikely to survive should be killed and therefore counts towards the bag limit. Any angler who, in the opinion of farm staff, is found to be mishandling fish will have such fish included in his/her bag limit.
1.5 Any fish that shows signs of being diseased (not including a fish that may have been injured by a cormorant or an otter), must please be killed and handed to the office or given to the fish bailiff. Do not return it to the water. Such a fish will not count towards your bag. 1.6 Brown trout (Salmo trutta) must be carefully released back to the water from which they were caught except if they are being taken as a trophy from a Trophy Dam. 1.7 All tagged fish must be released.
2. BOATING Note: Boats include Farm row boats, private kick boats and private float tubes. 2.1 Boats are only allowed on Lake Millstream, Lake Crystabel, Solitary Reaper, Lake Coleridge and Tintern Water. 2.2 Millstream Farm boats may not be removed from the waters on which they are moored. 2.3 The use of private boats other than kick boats and float tubes is prohibited. 2.4 The maximum number of boats allowed on any one water at any one time is restricted as follows: Lake Millstream - unlimited Lake Crystabel - 5 float tubes Solitary Reaper - 3 float tubes Lake Coleridge - 3 float tubes Tinter Water - 3 kick boats tubes 2.5 After use, Millstream Farm boats must be returned to the mooring at the “T-jetty” from which they were collected on the northern side of the Lake. 2.6 No Millstream Farm boat may be removed from its mooring or used without the appropriate deposit first having been lodged at the office. 2.7 For safety reasons the maximum number of persons on board Millstream Farm boats at any one time is restricted to 4. 2.8 Millstream Farm boats are used at the hirer’s own risk. Life vests must be worn.
19 2.9 No boat, float tube or kick boat may be used as a fishing platform while it is under way, i.e. no trolling. 2.10 Propelling a boat by any means other than oars or flippers is prohibited. 2.11 No boat may approach within 50m of a bank angler or wading angler. 2.12 No person under the age of 16 years may be in charge of a Millstream Farm boat.
3. NOISE & DISTURBANCE 3.1 All conversations and discussions which take place within earshot of any water must be conducted in low tones. 3.2 Children under 8yrs old must be under adult supervision when they are near any water. 3.3 The use of a cell phone within earshot of any water is prohibited unless it is being used in a closed vehicle.
4. EQUIPMENT 4.1 Only recognised fly fishing tackle may be used and barbless flies are mandatory on catch and release dams; recommended on all dams. If you wish to continue fishing after reaching your limit, barbless flies are mandatory. 4.2 Rods longer than 10ft and heavier than 9wt are prohibited. Anglers may only use one rod at a time, i.e. no set rods which are not actively in use. 4.3 Spinning reels of either open or closed face design as well as bait casting reels or centre pin reels are prohibited. 4.4 Prohibited flies include: 4.4.1 Flies constructed on multiple point hooks. 4.4.2 Flies constructed on a hook larger than size 4. 4.5 Any form of bait, with or without a fly, any scent or flavoured substance applied to flies and spinners or lures are prohibited. 4.6 Landing nets must have the bag constructed of knotless mesh material. 4.7 Nets, (other than landing nets used to land a hooked fish) traps, snares, snagging or jigging, poisons or drugs are prohibited. 4.8 Fish finders or similar devices are prohibited.
5. LICENSES & RESTRICTIONS 5.1 Mpumalanga provincial licences are not required by anglers on Millstream Farm waters. 5.2 The use of Millstream waters is restricted to residents only and does not extend to day visitors.
20 6. RECORDS AND DECLARATIONS 6.1 All fishing activities must be recorded on the numbered permit/return that is received at the gate on entry to the Farm. 6.2 Details recorded must include the day and the water on which the fish was caught, numbers of fish caught, killed or released. Size/mass is optional. 6.3 The numbered permit/return must be completed on a daily basis and handed into the office or entrance gate guard on departure. 6.4 All fish caught at other venues and in possession must be declared to the entrance gate guard on entering the Farm. Note: The fishing record book in each cottage may also be completed for the cottage occupant’s interest but this is not a substitute for completion of the numbered permit/return. 7. RELEASE PROCEDURE Trout will not survive rough handling and especially in the hot summer months when oxygen levels in the water are low, the chances of survival are even further reduced. To give the fish a better chance, please observe the following recommendations: 7.1 Do not play the fish to exhaustion. Get it in as quickly as possible to avoid the build-up of lactic acid in the muscles as this will kill the fish even if it appears to have recovered. 7.2 Do not remove the fish from the water if possible and in this context, barbless hooks are very beneficial and forceps make the job even easier. If it is necessary to take the fish out of the water, make sure that your hands are wet and if possible, lay the fish on a wet towel while you remove the hook. If you need to weigh the fish, it is better to do so inside a knotless landing net and then subtract the weight of the net afterwards. If the fish has swallowed the fly, do not attempt to remove the hook. Rather cut the tippet as close to the mouth as possible and leave the hook in place. If, however, any fish is bleeding from the mouth or the gills, do not attempt to return it. Do not keep the fish out of the water for more than 20 seconds. 7.3 Make sure the fish has recovered before you release it. The best way to do this is to hold it gently by the tail and move it back and forth to aerate the gills. Do not let go until the fish is strong enough to pull away. Never drop a fish onto a hot, rough or dry bank and then throw it back into deep water. It will turn belly-up. 8. ROD LIMITS The maximum number of rods (active anglers) on any or all waters at any one time is restricted to: 10 bedded cottages - 5 anglers per cottage 6 bedded cottage - 3 anglers per cottage 4 bedded cottages - 2 anglers per cottage 21 9. SEASONS 9.1 There are no restricted seasons on the waters of Millstream Farm. 10. SIZE LIMITS
10.1 There are no size limits applicable to fish taken from Millstream waters. 11.TROPHY FISH Lake Crystabel and Solitary Reaper are designated Trophy (Catch and Release) Dams. 11.1 All fish caught from Trophy (catch and release) Dams must either: - Be carefully released back into the water - Be designated a trophy fish in which case the fish can be killed. Such fish must be specifically recorded at the farm office. 11.2 Fish over 3.5 kg (ungutted) may be kept as trophy fish without charge. 11.3 Fish smaller than 3.5 kg (ungutted) will be charged at R200 per kilogram or part thereof. 12. DISABLED ANGLERS Disabled or infirm anglers who are unable to reach some of the more inaccessible waters may request transport assistance from Farm Management.
SANCTIONS/PENALTIES Contravention of these rules will result in consequences and the Farm Manager (or in his absence the Deputy Manager) has been mandated by the Board to use his discretion in dealing with incidents. The following examples/guidelines are provided and the distinction is drawn between an occurrence which is fortuitous or accidental and one which may be caused by wilful, deliberate or negligent conduct: • Loss of or damage to farm property e.g. cottage inventory – repair or replacement cost.
• Unruly behaviour especially causing distress to other residents – admonishment but if appropriate, the individual/s may be asked to leave the Farm.
• Over-occupation – if it is not practical to reduce the complement immediately, a penalty equivalent to twice the per person weekend rental rate will be charged.
• Illegal fishing methods – admonishment but if appropriate, temporary confiscation of equipment and the individual may be asked to leave the Farm.
• Fish taken in excess of the allowed bag – confiscation of the excess fish (the largest in the bag) and a penalty calculated at three times the replacement cost of the fish.
• In the event that a person is asked to leave the Farm, no refund of the levy or rental or other costs will be contemplated. 22 DULLSTROOM
THE HISTORY OF DULLSTROOM In 1927 the first fingerlings were introduced to the The rather unprepossessing name for what is, old municipal dam and the current dam was these days, a very attractive little town comes stocked with 170 000 fingerlings in 1965. from its founder, the unfortunately named Wolterus Dull. In 1883 Mr. Dull, under instruction The hatchlings did so well that tourism, angling and from Paul Kruger, set up a company with the the breeding of trout, both for the table and for purpose of strengthening the relationship stocking, now comprise important industries in between Holland and the South African Republic. the Dullstroom District. This company bought two farms in the area, namely, Groot Suikerboschkop and Elandslaagte THE WEATHER IN DULLSTROOM There is a saying in Dullstroom that “If you don’t with a view to creating settlements for like the weather, stick around, it changes every immigrants. The first Dutch settlers arrived between 1884 and 1887 and when Woulterus 15 minutes”. Dull visited the area in 1890, he found that the settlers had developed a small village. SPRING: Ranges from chilly to hot, bone dry to very wet. In 1892 Paul Kruger proclaimed the village as a town and it was given the name Dull-stroom, after SUMMER: Wolterus Dull and the nearby Crocodile River Average maximum temperature 25 degrees but (stroom means river or stream in due to being located in the highlands (Dullstroom lies on the Steenkampsberg plateau at over Dutch/Afrikaans). The name later changed to the 1950mabove sea level) the UV exposure is current Dullstroom. serious, s sunscreen, hats and sunglasses are The town continued to grow until it was occupied recommended. by British soldiers in May 1900 during the Anglo Boer War. As a result of the British “scorched AUTUMN: earth” policy the town was destroyed and the women and children placed in concentration The days can still be quite warm, but the camps in Belfast. evenings can range from brisk to cold. Light weight jackets are recommended if venturing out in the afternoons/evenings. At the end of the war, survivors from both sides returned and began to rebuild the town. By 1920, there were no less than 8 shops, and in 1921 the WINTER: village was granted the status of a Town Council. The days can still be “warmish” providing there is no wind!! Trout fishing was “discovered” at the beginning of The afternoons and evenings are usually the 1900’s when J. Gurr, the Lydenburg postmaster, caught a trout-like fish (probably a bracingly cold and boots, jackets and scarves are Yellowfish) in the Dorps River. Fingerlings from an absolute must. the Cape Wine-lands were introduced in 1916 and the continued stocking of streams and rivers was undertaken by F.C. Braun a local watchmaker and jeweller.
23 ATTRACTIONS IN AND AROUND DULLSTROOM
STEENKAMPSBERG NATURE RESERVE For energetic visitors, the Steenkampsberg Nature Reserve offers a number of short hiking trails which lead through the scenic landscape of the pristine Mpumalanga escarpment. Though the trails lead hikers across the Suikerboskop Mountain, they are not particularly physically demanding, and allow excellent opportunities for visitors to take in the immaculate and unspoilt surroundings. The eastern slopes of the Suikerboskop Mountain feature an old British blockhouse, and a number of war graves which date back to the Second Anglo-Boer War which took place between 1899 and 1902. Entrance fee is R5.00 VERLOREN VALLEI NATURE RESERVE Those interested in more peaceful pursuits should not miss the Verloren Vallei Nature Reserve. It is one of the few locations in South Africa where breeding populations of three of the world's endangered crane species are found. The Blue Crane, which is South Africa's national bird, can be spotted along with Wattled Cranes and Crowned Cranes at the Reserve. The Wattled Crane is critically endangered and the Blue Crane and Crowned Crane are endangered. Guided tours only, strictly by appointment.
Verloren Vallei is a proclaimed Nature Reserve, about 13 km from Dullstroom. The reserve is in an undisturbed area of the Steenkampsberg Plateau, with wide open, rolling grasslands and wetlands. The open grassland is home to a variety birds, such as bald ibis, cisticolas, longclaws, pipits, larks, finches, long tailed shrikes and red bishops. In the rocky outcrops, you will find birds such as the ground woodpecker, mountain chat, buff streaked chat and the cape rock thrush. The scarce grey winged and red winged francolin favour these remote mountain sides. The wetland areas provide a refuge for the three crane species. The Blue and Crowned Cranes spend winter in flocks, then break up into pairs to breed and each pair establishes their own territory. Wattled Cranes remain together in pairs on their territories and will usually occupy a chosen site for life, all year round.The Reserve having been declared an international RAMSAR site signifies a wetland area of international importance. The Reserve comprises typical Highveld grassland with a network of more than 30 wetlands which provide a perfect habitat for a large number of endemic and Red Data species. The inter-linked wetlands play an important hydrological role because they are the source of both the Crocodile and Olifants river systems. An isolated "rear and release" facility has been established for Wattled Cranes at Verloren Vallei. Humans dressed in costumes resembling the Wattled Crane act as "crane mothers" in the rearing of the chicks.
Guided Tours by Appointment: Tel: 013 254 0799.
24 THE DULLSTROOM BIRD OF PREY CENTRE Dullstroom Bird of Prey and Rehabilitation Centre, located about 2 Kms from Millstream on the Kruisfontein road is probably the biggest centre of its kind in the whole continent of Africa. They house over thirty species of birds and fly different species in two edutainment shows every day. These take place at 10:30 and 14:30, weather permitting.
You will be thrilled as a peregrine whizzes past your head at over 100 kilometres an hour, or an Owl so silent as it flies over your head that you wouldn’t even know it were there if you hadn’t seen it with your own eyes.
Children are catered for before and after the shows with a nice jungle gym and a small petting zoo. Families can even try their luck at the “easy catch” trout dam where you can use all methods to fish, not just fly.
DRIVES FROM DULLSTROOM Kruisfontein road: 42km self-drive loop around town, Entry to loop 2km either side of town. Enquire about the condition of the road, as it changes according to the season and rainfall.
The Lowveld and "Big five towns" Pilgrim's Rest, Sabie, Hazyview, Graskop are an hour and a half drive from Dullstroom.
Visit Tonteldoos’ attractions: 24km dirt road – high clearance vehicle in rainy season: By appointment only: local products on sale include
Kristalwater Mampoer Distillery – 013 254 0722 – see and taste the fruit of the kettle; or
Bergen Cheese - Danie - 013 254 0073.
WHISKY TASTING (Wild about Whisky) Even if you’re not wild about whisky, a very entertaining and educational outing (if you can stay sober)
From opening in 2006, with only about a dozen whiskies, Wild About Whisky has slowly built up the menu to over one thousand whiskies from all over the world and continue to add to it.
Their focus is on whisky tuition, and with the aid of visuals and our tastings they endeavour to educate those who enjoy whisky. Although it is a dedicated whisky bar, there is a small selection of wines, craft beer, other spirits and Illy coffee available
25 EVENTS AND FESTIVALS
THE TONTELDOOS COUNTRY FESTIVAL This event usually takes place over the Easter weekend and is the ideal opportunity for city folk to escape from the hustle and bustle and to explore the area, learn about its interesting history and to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet amidst the beauty of nature. The Tonteldoos Country Festival adds spice and colour to an unforgettable weekend.
The festival is also well known for its peach mampoer, which originates in Tonteldoos (Groot Marico might not agree). Apparently named after one Chieftain Mampure, who used it, (surely amongst other uses), as an effective means of bribery. Other local produce such as dried peaches, jams and preserved fruits are also on sale. Tonteldoos is situated some 20km North East of Dullstroom. Directions to the village are posted in Dullstroom during the festival.
DULLSTROOM WINTER FESTIVAL Dullstroom Winter Festival takes place during the months of June and July and is jam packed with music, outdoor activities, winter goodies and the creative arts. The Festival usually runs for a total of 9 days.
During the festival Dullstroom comes alive with shops, businesses and restaurants putting up sparkling decorations and Christmas lights to ensure families enjoy the midwinter Christmas theme that has become a firm favourite.
Fantastic live music events, flea markets, a farmers market, wine, whisky and beer tasting, horse rides, art exhibitions, and theme evenings ensure fun for the whole family.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN GAME FAIR The South African Game Fair is the country's premier exhibition of country pursuits. This event is held annually, and takes place at the well known Dullstroom Bird of Prey Centre.
Visitors have access to the Raptor Rehabilitation Centre, flying displays, on site fly casting demonstrations and instruction. In a neighbouring field there are various working dog displays, horse riding and at a safe distance away, clay pigeon shooting, bow hunting and other firearm demonstrations and competitions.
26 27 28 29 ENVIRONMENTAL PHILOSOPHY
Dear Valued Owner & Guests
Millstream Farm Share Block is committed to helping to conserve and protect the Environment and to this end has develop an Environmental Philosophy
1. Conserve and improve the natural biosphere within the boundaries of Millstream Farm Share Block (known as the “Farm”).
2. Create and maintain awareness amongst all owners, visitors and employees about their responsibility to enhance and protect the environment.
As part of Millstreams commitment to being “Environmentally Aware” and to promote responsible practices we urge all visitors to Millstream to join us in reducing the load on our natural resources by reducing the amount of Electricity and Water we use. Observing some simple principles listed below will go a long way to achieving this:
1. Switch off all unnecessary lights especially during the day (particularly please check the outside entrance lighting to your kitchen and off the side door of the lounge). 2. Fill the kettle with the minimum amount of water needed and only switch it on just before required. 3. Keep the fridge door tightly closed and open it for the shortest possible period. 4. Please report leaking taps and running toilets to reception as soon as possible. 5. Shower instead of bathing. (please limit the length of your shower.) 6. Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth. 7. Keep the doors and windows closed when you have the under-floor heating on. 8. Switch off your under-floor heating when you vacate the cottage. 9. Replace the pool blanket when you have finished swimming. 10.Switch off the Tennis court and Squash court lights when you have finished playing.
RECYCLING Please place all cans and glass bottles in the 200L drum behind your cottage, please rinse the cans and bottles before placing in the bins as this stops unwanted insects from being attracted to the drums.
Due to our geographical location we do not have access to recycling plants. We therefore encourage you to take home your waste plastic, paper and other recyclable items that you have brought onto the Farm and deposit them in your hometown recycling skips.
Thank you Management
30 DAVID MATHEBULA Assistant Fish Bailiff David has been with Millstream for over 20 years and has an intimate knowledge of the dams and other local conditions. He successfully completed a course by the Fly-Fishing Academy in 2006. In 2010, David won the prize for the largest bag competition held in Dullstroom.
David patrols the waters either early morning or late afternoon. Should you require advice on what fly to use, improving your casting technique and how to read the waters, just ask David!
A FREE 1-hour casting technique and retrieval demonstrations held on the lawn in front of the Rec Centre on Saturday mornings at 10am. (Service temporarily suspended).
Individual Fly Fishing lessons can be arranged with David through Reception.
31 HORSE RIDES FOR EVERYONE! MASKS TO BE WORN IN AND AROUND THE STABLES AT ALL TIMES.
1 HOUR RIDES (with groom) R275.00 p/p Not recommended for beginners
½ HOUR RIDES (with groom) R150.00 p/p
20 minutes Mini’s (led) R 85.00 p/p
10 minutes in the paddock/lawn area R 50.00 p/p
PLEASE NOTE: NO SHOWS WILL BE CHARGED FULL PRICE – CANCELLATIONS LESS THAN 1 HOUR BEFORE DEPARTURE 50%
TIMES: First ride @ 09h30 Last hour ride @ 15h45 weekdays and 15h00 weekends
Hour rides after 15h00 on weekends have an additional cost – minimum 2 people.
ALL RIDES AT YOR OWN RISK
(Prices subject to change without prior notice – 2021)
32 MILLSTREAM MOBILE MASSAGE DUE TO COVID-19 THIS SERVICE IS TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED Remain in the comfort of your own cottage and enjoy the benefits of our mobile masseuse!! Treatments may be done in or outdoors the choice is yours.
SWEDISH BODY MASSAGE Enjoy a unique full body massage with deep pressure to relieve stress and restore harmony 1 hour R470.00
AROMATHERAPHY BODY MASSAGE Using our technique blend of essential oils, enjoy a relaxing full body massage with light pressure to calm and relax body and soul. 1 hour R440.00
HOUR BACK MASSAGE A wonderfully relaxing massage focusing no the back and neck and shoulder areas. 1/2 hour R260.00
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE A relaxing scalp and neck massage using essential oils. 1/2 hour R200.00
FOOT MASSAGE A relaxing scalp and neck massage using essential oils. 1/2 hour R200.00
PEDICURE A relaxing foot soak followed by and intensive for treatment using therapeutic ingredients. Nail shaping and painting complete the treatment. 80 minutes R220.00 80 minutes with French painting R230.00
MANICURE A nourishing and hydrating treatment including, hand massage, cuticle care and nail shaping. A polish application completes this treatment. 50 minutes R210.00 50 minutes with French painting R220.00
MILLSTREAM “MILLION DOLLAR FACIAL” Suitable for all skin types, this facial is designed to energise and stimulate your skin. A power cleans, including exfoliation, steam, toning, and mineral mask leaves the skin feeling soft, lubricated and revitalized. The treatment includes a choice of either a in foot massage, mini Indian head massage or eyebrow. 1 hour R440.00
BOOKING ESSENTIAL: 013 253 99 11 / 10 Treatments cancelled less than 12 hours in advance will be charged for in full (Prices subject to change without prior notice – 2021) 33 GUIDED WALKS DUE TO COVID-19 THIS SERVICE IS TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED
Come and enjoy an informative walk and learn more about the plants, game and birdlife of Millstream Farm. The walk will be guided by the Environmental Officer on the farm.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring sunscreen, a hat, and binoculars (optional). For your convenience the group will be limited to ten people.
There is no cost - just a first come first serve.
TIME: 01 October to 31 March - 08h00 to 09h30 01 April to 30 September - 09h00 to 10h30
BOOKING ESSENTIAL Please book and meet at reception
34 35 BREAKAGESPRICE LIST 2021 ITEM AMOUNT ITEM AMOUNT ITEM AMOUNT CROCKERY CUTLERY OTHER (cont.) Coffee Mug R50 Carving Fork R78 Butter Dish R120 Dinner Plate R88 Knife - Bread R95 Can Opener R120 Egg Cups R32 Knife - Carving R121 Chopping Board (med) R120 Meat Platter R150 Knife - Steak R57 Coaster R35 Milk Jug (lrg) R105 Knife - Utility R101 Colander R107 Milk Jug (lrg) R92 Knife/ Fork, Spoon R46 Chopping Board (lrg) R170 Pie Plate R294 Serving Spoon R82 Cork screw R93 Pudding / Soup Bowl R92 Teaspoon R35 Egg Lift Teflon R82 Saucer R38 Grater R110 Side Plate R46 POTS & PANS Gravy Jug R101 Sugar Basin R46 Non-stick Pan (lrg) R352 Hanger R10 Teacup R46 Non-stick Pan (med) R275 Ice Bucket R107 Teapot Large R220 Oven Pan R209 Kitchen Scissors R120 Teapot Small R156 Pot 3 lt R401 Kitchen Utensils (ea) R82 Teapot lid only R49 Pot 5 lt R550 Knife Sharpener R126 Roasting Pan & Lid R346 Lemon Remer R38 GLASSWARE S/S Pan (lrg) R330 Measuring Jug R53 Coffee Mug R32 S/S Pan (med) R275 Mixing Bowl R99 Ashtray R32 Place Mats R180 Candle Holder R314 ELECTRICAL ITEMS Salad Spinner R82 Bodem R52 Hairdryer R244 Splatter Screen R138 Fridge Bottle R108 Hot Tray R1 015 Tray Thermos Flask R159 Fruit Salad Bowl R32 Kettle R396 Vegetable Peeler R49 Glass - Beer R32 Toaster - 2 slice R264 Wooden Spoon R60 Glass - Whiskey R32 Toaster - 4 slice R450 Potato Masher R82 Glass - Wine R32 Pie Plate R294 BINS & BRUSHES SOFT FURNISHINGS Pyrex Dish & Lid (lrg) R220 Bedroom Bin R55 Duvet Inner - King R764 Pyrex Dish & Lid (med) R194 Kitchen Bin R209 Duvet Inner - 3/4 R445 Pyrex Dish & Lid (sml) R171 Outside Bin R610 Duvet Cover - King R484 Salt & Pepper (each) R46 Toilet Brush Set R59 Duvet Cover - 3/4 R352 Water Jug R82 Vanity Bin R71 Blanket - Queen R550 Blanket - Single R350 PLASTICWARE Pillow R154 Container & Lid (lrg) R72 Plasticware NOT to be used in Pillow Case R99 Container & Lid (med) R57 Microwave or Dishwasher Sheet - Queen R236 Container & Lid (sml) R32 Sheet - Single R154 Ice Tray R24 Bath Sheet R220 Cutlery Tray R82 OTHER Hand Towel R143 Draining Rack R110 Table Cover R231 Bath Mat R143 Utensil Jug R46 Webber Ash Pan R170 Oven Glove/Mitt/ Pot Holder R70 Plate R20 Braai Steel Brush R154 Pillow Protector R140 Bowl R32 Braai Tongs R99 Mattress Protector Queen R630 Cup R20 Bread Bin R330 Scatter Cushion R143
36 LAUNDRY LIST
MILLSTREAM FARM – LAUNDRY LIST - 2021 LIMITED SERVICE – COVID-19 Name: Please select the services required:
Cottage no. Wash only – R100 per bundle
Date: Wash & Dry – R120 per bundle
IRONING SERVICES No. Of Sub-total Item Price Items (OFFICE USE) Shirts & Blouses R13 Dresses R13 T-shirts R10 Jeans/Trousers/Pants R20 Jersey/ Tracksuit Tops R15 Shorts R12 Skirts R12 Pyjamas R12 Night Dresses R12 Socks R5 Handkerchiefs R5 Brassieres R5 Panties/ underparts R8 Petticoats R8 Other -
OFFICE USE TOTAL ITEMS TOTAL
Management does not accept responsibility for any loss or damage to any item washed or ironed in our laundry. Prices may be increased without prior notice.
PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THIS LIST FROM THE FILE, A COPY CAN BE FOUND IN THE DOWNSTAIRS DOUBLE WARDROBE OR FROM RECEPTION 37