African Vineyard Boutique Hotel & Spa
Experience relaxed top Upington accommodation at 4 star African Vineyard Boutique Hotel & Spa on Kanoneiland (Cannon Island), 25 km from Upington and 15 km from Keimoes on the island of slow living.
Uniquely located on a working grape farm in the middle of the Orange River, South Africa’s longest river, our award-winning accommodation establishment is the perfect jewel to experience the Green Kalahari in the Northern Cape.
Our Accommodation
African Vineyard combines magical ingredients to create an unforgettable farm stay experience that includes free Wi-Fi. The ambience, food, wellness treatments, personalised service and modern accommodation combine to deliver country hospitality at its best.
Located among lush vineyards on Kanoneiland, the largest inhabitant river island in South Africa, our guesthouse is also home to one of the few signature Kalahari Spas in South Africa, using Kalahari ancient desert products. Escape and disconnect from the big city life and revitalize your body, soul and mind at the wellness spa with an added outdoor experience.
Enjoy the exquisite garden or relax by the pool.
Spacious, beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, ranging from standard to luxury, open out onto the green garden oasis that is alive with birds. Dinners are served on request, as are six-course local food-and-wine pairings (bookings essential).
We also offer a lovely venue for weddings, functions and conferences.
Bass Lake Country Lodge
Set on a lake and built on a small hillside under a grove of trees, experience farm living, mouth-watering food and memories never to be forgotten at our Bass Lake Country Lodge which is situated on a beautiful Bushveld farm off R573, 27.5 km north-west of Cullinan and 30 km north-east of Pretoria.
A warm welcome to our family-run business where the exceptional focus is on making guests feel at home. Re-connect and find space to breathe and enjoy our luxury accommodation or our magnificent caravan park and mouth watering food and breathtaking views. Farm animals, game watching and fishing spots all add to your authentic bush experience.
Our Accommodation
The Lodge has 18 luxury rooms in four different categories, and can sleep 18 single travellers or 36 guests sharing.
Both our standard en-suite king rooms and our n-suite Deluxe rooms come with a King sized bed or 2 Single beds.
Each of our Deluxe en-suite suites has a lounge area with a coffee station and a mini bar, and consist of 2 bedrooms with either a King sized bed or two single beds.
To ensure more privacy, all our Executive suites are separate from the other guest rooms, and each has an en-suite double bedroom as well as a seating area with a coffee station and a mini bar.
If you want to stay closer to nature stay at our fabulous Bass Lake Caravan Park which is only a few 100 metres away.
Our Activities & Experiences
Whether it is Bass or Trout fishing, game watching, bird spotting, nature walks, a romantic picnic as well as padel boating, swimming in our pool or relaxing with a drink in our bar with beautiful lake views, you are spoiled for choice at our Bass Lake Country Lodge. Your children will love our farm animals and the jungle gym.
Our Restaurant
You are in for a treat with the meals prepared by our Executive Chef Spencer Sykes who is also the owner of our on-site restaurant, Spencer’s. His passion for cooking is not only evident in his meticulous way of plating but also in the exquisite flavour of his food. From his mouth-watering breakfasts and café style lunches to fine dining dinners every plate is a feast for the eyes and the tummy. And our delicious cakes are just as devine.
The Bass Lake Country Lodge has always been praised for its tasty meals. In the past, a set menu was the only option, but we now offer an à la carte menu and have expanded our range of ingredients to bring you the best taste in a variety of fresh delicious meals.
Wether you are visiting for a weekend getaway or a small private or corporate function, you can now enjoy the freedom of choosing your own meal. If you are a non-resident and would like to tickle your taste buds, please first contact us for availability and to reserve your table.
Conferencing & Events
We also over you the ideal setting for an intimate wedding and photo shoots or for a function, corporate event, conference, meeting, or team building.
With 27 years experience in the industry and a competent, hands-on team, you can rest assured that your conference will be a great success. Our immaculate conference venues are fully equipped and designed with your comfort in mind, including a generator offering automatic power back-up in case of load shedding.
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the relaxing atmosphere and natural beauty of our surroundings is ideal for fostering creativity and increasing your teamwork.
Be Still Accommodation
Stay where the Namib Desert meets the ocean. Cater for yourself at Be Still Accommodation in Swakopmund, located in walking distance to the beach and town centre.
Our Accommodation
Choose between 10 luxury bachelor apartments and 2 one-bedroom units and relax at the indoor pool or in the sauna. If you are longing for that special quiet time, make use of our meditation / music / yoga room - by appointment only and at extra cost.
Our Retreat Centre
Our self-catering accommodation is the place for guests who would like to be in quiet surroundings during their holiday but also within walking distance from the main beach and centre of town.
And it is here where you can grow spiritually through meditation and spiritual accomplishment. Our aim is to provide a safe space for everyone who is searching for what is important in their life. We offer non-judgemental spiritual guidance, always seeking to help those who come to us to find what is right for them.
The centre can be booked for retreats or special functions, for example marriages, conferences, etc. and can be used by anyone. For special functions, the whole retreat should be booked.
Berluda Farmhouse & Cottages
Nestled in the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains on a typical Little Karoo farm, you will find Berluda Farmhouse and Cottages. Enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay with luxurious touches, personal service and South African hospitality.
Our family history in the area dates back 200 years, when the Schoeman ancestors started leaving their footprints in the valley. Today we are proud to share this valley with you when you visit our farm. The name Berluda is derived from an apricot variety, and today the annual harvest and jam production still forms a central part of our business.
Authentic experiences on the farm for the whole family range from working ostrich farm tours, sunset drives and meerkat encounters. As the Little Karoo is part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, our guests can have a close encounter with this unique fauna and flora. We also offer exceptional bird-watching opportunities, and star gazing – offering the “High Five”.
Our local restaurant specializes in signature ostrich and Karoo lamb dishes like you’ve never tasted before.
As Berluda lies just off the R62, the longest wine route in the world, we invite you to come and pair our local Little Karoo cuisine with award-winning wines and ports from the region. Within easy reach of the world heritage site of the Swartberg Mountain pass and the world famous Cango Caves, Berluda is perfectly situated to explore the Little Karoo.
Our Accommodation
Surrounded by olive and apricot orchards, and set within lush gardens, Berluda Farmhouse offers luxury accommodation with all modern amenities. With 5 luxury bedrooms and 2 honeymoon rooms, guests can relax next to the sparkling swimming pool, and enjoy the many activities and facilities that we offer.
Just up the road from the farmhouse, the self-catering cottages are ideal for families, and guests wanting more privacy. Enjoy the evenings on the veranda while watching the stars, or light the fire for your BBQ-meal in the comfort of your cottage. As we can accommodate for up to 44 guests, Berluda Farmhouse and Cottages is ideal for small family reunions, conferences and weddings, and offers business professionals and families alike the best opportunity to experience the beauty and wonder of our area.
A minimum stay of 2 nights is recommended to enjoy all the activities on the farm and in the area.
Broadwater River Estate
We, the stunning crew of Broadwater River Estate, take our guests on a journey into an exceptional environment of space and open skies, quality and comfort, natural artistry and Northern Cape friendliness. Our private river escape nestles on the banks of the Vaal River near the towns of Douglas and Kimberley. In this beautful aquatic environment, you will find space for the solitary and activity for the energetic.
Our Accommodation
Wake up to Broadwater River Estate’s natural beauty in one of our luxurious air-conditioned units. All rooms have river views, DSTV and coffee / tea facilities. Choose between guest rooms with en-suite bathroom, two-bedroomed chalets with two bathrooms, a fridge and a patio with braai facilities, or our apartments with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a kitchenette as well as a patio with barbecue.
Alternatively, camp in style on the banks of the Vaal River. Each one of our 4-star camp sites has a private bathroom, a scullery and a power point.
Our Facilities
We also have a wide range of facilities and things for you to do on the property, such as a swimming pool, river and water sports, e.g. fishing; a kiddie play area, trampolines as well as a bar with TV for the sports lovers, amongst others.
With a passion for food, gorgeous river views as well as a menu that always promises something new, our restaurant is open 7 days a week, from early to late. Join us for a sunset cruise with cocktails on our natura barge, bring your loved ones, your friends and your family. With a bit of luck you will spot one of our fish eagles. Dock as the sun sets and enjoy a lovely meal at our restaurant.
Broadwater River Estate is an ideal wedding location with beautiful venue options, accommodation for up to 100 guests and spectacular river views. We also pride ourselves on our adaptability when it comes to hosting your special day.
Whether it is a smaller or a larger executive group, our fully equipped conference facilities and variety of venues are perfect for any business event such as conferences, meetings, product launches, company breakaways, team-buildings, workshops and much more.
Brooklyn Place Guesthouse
Our sophisticated Brooklyn Place Guesthouse is a well appointed accommodation in Pretoria, with plenty of comfort and style. Our quaint yet luxurious hideaway in the midst of a bustling metropolis is positioned in the well-established and prestigious residential suburb of Brooklyn, famous for its tranquil ambiance.
Our Accommodation
Built in the late 30’s, Brooklyn Place has been restored into a guesthouse with real old-world English charm and appeal. Lead glass windows and a generously sized wooden staircase add to the ambiance. Rich, oiled woods, some well-placed art and fine antiques as wellas a cosy fireplace bring home the elegance of Old England and create a warm, comforting atmosphere in the Shakespeare lounge.
We accommodate leisure travellers and business executives alike. Apart from seven en-suite guest rooms, including a honeymoon suite, we also have a stylish conference room available on the premises.
Start your day with our delicious breakfast as you enjoy the beautiful inner-court garden and pool views from our terrace. We also serve lunch and / or dinner on request - half or full board,
Clos Malverne Estate
This wine estate in Stellenbosch is your wine tourism destination. Here at Clos Malverne you can experience handmade wine and great food with a view, get married or have a stunning function. Spoil yourself in beautiful surroundings at the spa and stay over in luxury guestrooms right on the winefarm of Clos Malverne Estate.
Clos Malverne is truly a family affair. Besides overseeing the entire operation, Seymour and his wife Sophia, have spent enormous time and effort successfully developing international markets for their wine estate. Seymour’s daughter, Belinda Pritchard-Quickelberge, makes sure that Clos Malverne’s visitors are well looked after and pampered at the day spa, also situated on the estate. Even Seymour’s mother has a role to play, if in name only. Auret, the flagship wine of the range, is her maiden name, and Seymour’s middle name.
Our Wines
We practice a careful “handmade” style of winemaking, with minimum interference by the winemaking staff, resulting in elegant wines, which are expressive of their terroir. We are one of only a handful of wineries in the world that remain true to the traditional and time-honoured way of using a basket press. Basket pressing is one of the oldest methods of pressing grapes; the Ancient Greeks and Romans developed it, later perfected by the French, basket presses were one of the earliest styles of a mechanical press, and using a basket press means that it is extremely time consuming. The results are soft, elegant wines of great complexity.
Open fermenting cement “kuipe” is also used and their grape-skin caps are punched-down by hand. The cellar can effectively manage the crush and vinification of up to 400 tons of grapes, although the yields from the vineyards are presently producing at 350 tons per annum. Small French and American oak casks are used to mature the premium red wines.
Our Vinyards
Shrouded in the misty veils of the Devon Valley, lies the 27 hectares that is Clos Malverne’s premises. The Devon Valley microclimate is the key to the quality of the grapes grown in this serene environment. Although the valley is shallow it acts as a natural receptacle for the mists that linger around Stellenbosch in the early morning hours of summer. The valley is cooler than surrounding areas, significantly lengthening the ripening season, resulting in grapes of ideal ripeness.
Our vineyards reside on the gentle slopes of the valley to ensure the most favourable exposure to sunshine and are located on two separate properties in near vicinity of one another, each selected by degree of varietal affinity to the particular soil type. Dwars-in-die-Weg has 11 hectares under vine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc. All vines are drip irrigated using water from the farm dam. Clos Malverne’s 12 hectares of vineyards, which include plantings of Pinotage, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, also makes use of drip irrigation.
Our Restaurant
The food and wine experience with a fantastic view! Since its beginning, The Restaurant at Clos Malverne has been a popular destination for food and wine enthusiasts. Now serving upmarket, comfort food and rustic, wood-fired pizzas - we are opening our arms to all. Our new affordable menu, together with our broad wine list caters for every taste since the recent extension of the ever popular Devonet range of wines. Because of the beautiful view, the outside seating area has also been expanded to ensure no more fist fights over the front row seats. Join us for an unforgettable, mouth-watering taste sensation!
Our popular Winelands destination has developed a devoted following since 2009 for its fresh, seasonal and easy, contemporary cuisine prepared by executive chef Brendan Stein and his team of expert chefs. The interior of the restaurant is stylish yet without any airs and guests can enjoy a wine tasting at the comfort of their own table prior to their lunch. If you like what you taste, we can deliver the wines straight to your doorstop via our online wine sales facility.
Country Boutique Hotel
Once the original homestead of a local avocado farming family, our small and charming Country Boutique Hotel in White River is a beautiful little gem perched on the outskirts of this quaint Lowveld hamlet. It has been entirely designed to offer luxury travellers an enveloping atmosphere of boutique style and proportions.
We not only promise distinct quality and excellent service but also guarantee a memorable experience in style, grace and opulence.
Our Accommodation
Situated approximately a 10 minutes drive from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport as well as within close proximity to the Kruger National Park and Panorama Route, the understated elegance in a modern baroque style, complete with ornate chandeliers and mirrors creates this luxury haven.
Chic boutique finishes, a sparkling swimming pool with poolside seats and the cool haven of formal colonial gardens all combine into typical boutique-hotel hallmarks.
Our Country Boutique Hotel offers 22 elegantly appointed guest rooms. Boasting sleek materials and stark palettes with bold colour splashes, each room is decorated with individual style and either has exquisite views of our magnificent tranquil gardens, our country courtyard or of the breath taking White River valley.
Our Facilities
Taste some of the finest food at the opulent, on-site hotel restaurant, which has already proven to be a hit with the Lowveld dining scene. The restaurant’s chef drives and motivates his brigade to strive for the next level of culinary excellence and diners can experience an exciting menu combination.
Our Country Boutique Hotel also is the ideal venue for extraordinary weddings and the perfect destination for romantic escapes. We offer an on-site chapel, a honeymoon suite and a range of larger banquet venues on the property . Catering from a small intimate wedding to larger events - no matter what size, each event at our hotel is treated with individual attention and service. Our picturesque gardens and setting bring any dream wedding to life. With our on-site neighbouring resort, there is ample room for all wedding guests to stay over in varying levels of accommodation.
Our function facility is unique and diverse and ideal for smaller more intimate events. Wooden arched doors that open onto the garden allow a great amount of natural daylight and fresh air to flood into the venue. Fitted with the best equipment such as a data projector, flat screen TV with AC cable, electric projector screen and background sound, this space is perfect for EXCO type meetings and small conferences and workshops.
Daisy Country Lodge
With magnificent views overlooking the Koppies and Valleys on the outskirts of Springbok, our picturesque Daisy Country Lodge is truly an oasis in this semi desert area called Namaqualand or Namakwaland. We are only one hours drive from the Namibian border and nearly half way between Cape Town, South Africa, and Windhoek, Namibia.
Namaqualand is known for its colourful spring flowers, rare succulents, unique indigenous plants, rich history, hospitality, unreal rock formations and the scenic Richtersveld. We offer you the perfect stay-over. With lots to do and see in our farm-style environment, in Springbok and the surrounding areas, this is a destination worth visiting over a few days.
Our Accommodation
Bring the kids for a relaxing break at our wheelchair-friendly Daisy Country Lodge, where you can take walks in the surrounding Koppies, cycle, ride horses or run freely in the valleys.
After a day full of fun and adventure, unwind at our pool, have a Braai/barbecue in our Boma, dine at our on-site restaurant or just enjoy the brilliant stars and fresh unpolluted air.
We have 12 guest units comprising of family, single and double rooms, including a honeymoon suite, all with modern conveniences, as well as a self-catering room and a luxurious air-conditioned self-catering unit.
The unit comes with a fully equipped kitchen, a private Braai/barbecue area, heater, DSTV and a separate bedroom with a king size bed which can be converted into twin beds, as well as a bathroom and an open-plan lounge with a double bed sleeper.
We also offer you the perfect place for your event and we will gladly assist in creating a tailored package for your wedding, function, special occasion or conference. Please contact us for more information around our capacity and facilities.
Darling Lodge Guest House
Relax at our bed and breakfast, Darling Lodge Guest House at South Africa's west coast. Our charming, child-friendly accommodation in Darling and the beautiful garden with swimming pool are lovingly tended to make any stay special, be it just for one night, a romantic weekend or for a whole week. Our beautifully restored Victorian country home is a centrally located oasis of peace and tranquillity.
Our Accommodation
Exquisite comfort and personal service is just waiting for you. We offer a harmonious blend of old and new reflecting the romantic name of the little town. While the main house offers three individually decorated country style guest rooms, the more modern garden annex consists of three further generously appointed bedrooms with a grape-vine covered patio which overlooks the sparkling swimming pool. Three in a contemporary style decorated and furnished, spacious suites have been added in 2020. Each room is dedicated to a local artist, whose work is on display and can be purchased. It is our pleasure to arrange a visit at the artist's workshop by request.
Children over 12 years of age who are accompanied by their parents are welcome.
Generous breakfasts are served, weather permitting, out on the terrace, on the patio or in the breakfast room.
We invite you to relax in our open-air lounge and in our in-house library, or to unwind in the lush garden, with its ancient pepper and palm trees as well as fountain spraying water over blossoming roses, aloes, bougainvilleas and mass of lavender with its heady fragrance.
We also offer you the perfect venue for weddings of up to 24 guests, small business meetings and conferences or anniversaries and individual retreats.
De Hoop Collection
Few other South African reserves offer as complete an outdoor experience as De Hoop - sea, sand dunes, the vlei, a floral sensation of rare fynbos plants, game viewing such as diverse antelope, and the Potberg Mountains await.
Our Accommodation
The De Hoop Collection is a resort-like lodge and offers a wide choice of accommodation which ranges from affordable self-catering chalets to more luxurious self-catering cottages and upmarket fully catered lodges as well as camping in one of the most beautiful parts of South Africa. There is something for everyone, from families travelling on a limited budget, couples seeking a comfortable but affordable breakaway to top-end fully inclusive weddings and honeymoons. Catered and self catered options are available for most accommodation types.
Our latest edition is the off-the-grid De Mond Villa, a newly restored (in 2023) and refurbished villa on the vlei’s edge. Enjoy an exclusive blend of authenticity, luxury and comfort. With five en-suite bedrooms, this brand-new villa comes with incredible views, awesome interior décor, Wi-Fi and a private outside area with barbeque and swimming pool. Here, spectacular birdlife awaits you and possible sightings of wild bush pigs, otters, rock dassies, herds of eland and even leopard tracks. This new accommodation is completely off the grid, thanks to a combination of solar and gas facilities. De Mond Villa is fully catered and guided activities which include a marine walk, nature drive, mountain biking as well as a bird and vlei walk.
Activities
Activities at De Hoop Nature Reserve are diverse and guests can choose between various day walks through the rich fynbos plains or along the deserted coastline, or mountain biking along the many gravel roads as well as scenic game drives. Whilst hikers and cyclists have close-up encounters with bonteboks, Cape mountain zebras, eland antelopes, baboons and ostriches, birders observe wading birds on the shores of the vlei. There is also a resident colony of endangered Cape vultures in the Potberg Mountains.
Lazing on the beach and snorkelling in the many turquoise rock pools is simply another way to pass a rewarding day. Day visitors are welcome and our on-site restaurant is open daily.
Drakensberg Mountain Retreat
Situated high on a ridge with unsurpassed views of the impressive Drakensberg and Maluti Mountains, our Drakensberg Mountain Retreat offers much more than comfortable, affordable country-style accommodation. The spectacular panoramic views of the Central and Northern Berg incorporating both the Amphitheatre and Royal Natal National Park, as well as the vast spaces, wild horses and superb walks where one may come across Cape Eland and other game species, make our country houses the perfect base to explore the grandeur of this beautiful region in the mighty Northern Drakensberg. The deep silence makes our accommodation a peaceful place to relax, unwind and recharge your batteries.
Our Accommodation
Whether individual travellers, couples, families or groups, we have the have the ideal accommodation for you, with the option of fully-catered or self-catering. Our Drakensberg Mountain Retreat is a haven for those who like old-fashioned, relaxing holidays with excellent home-style cooking, reading, playing cards/board games, etc. and creating wonderful memories with family and friends.
Choose between two country houses. Our comfortably furnished and upmarket Vergezient Lodge blends rustic charm with old-fashioned elegance and offers in spacious style 10 tastefully decorated en-suite guest rooms, with double and family-sized accommodation on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis. Some bedrooms incorporate a lounge, with or without a fireplace.
There is also a fully-stocked bar and we gladly prepare lunch on request. The lounge-dining-room and enclosed veranda provide comfortable and generous spaces. Prepared with care and served by our friendly staff, the delicious home-cooked meals are an important part of your stay at Drakensberg Mountain Retreat; especially the 3-course set menu candlelit dinners are much loved by our guests.
And there is The Barnhouse which offers exclusive use accommodation for groups and is the perfect venue for a company break away, conference, retreat or getting the whole family together for some quality time. With self-catering available in the well-equipped kitchen, you have the freedom to cook whatever and whenever you choose to.
Emdoneni Lodge
Situated on a small game farm, the intimate and comfortable accommodation at Emdoneni Lodge in Hluhluwe comes in the form of chalets and rondavels, on a dinner / bed and breakfast basis or bed & breakfast only, allowing you to sample the delights of true South African hospitality and cuisine. Join us for drinks around the fire, at the boma or on the sundowner deck.
Conservation Project
It is impossible to run out of things to do in this little slice of wilderness heaven. Some of the activities at our Emdoneni Lodge include visiting the Zululand Cat Conservation Project. Join us for an up close and personal, educational tour and learn more about South Africa’s endangered wild cat species such as the caracal (lynx), serval or cheetah. There will be also plenty of photographic opportunities. If you require someone to look after the kids whilst you enjoy the activities, then we offer a children’s program too.
Weddings
If you have ever dreamt of a true African wedding, walking down a grassy aisle with African wildlife grazing in the background and organized by a highly experienced and knowledgable wedding co-ordinator, then Emdoneni Lodge is the place to tie the knot. For added convenience, it is just a short walk from the aisle at the ceremony to your reception and to our comfortable accommodation options. We can advise or facilitate the appointment and management of many services, ranging from priests, music, flowers, decor, printing and many others, along with leisure activities for your guests.
Our ethnic, intimate African Boma venue is perfect for the bridal couple seeking something a little less western and can seat up to 70 guests.
Grand Kruger Lodge and Spa
Decorated in an African style, our Grand Kruger Lodge and Spa is your luxury safari lodge in Marloth Park, nestled in a wildlife sanctuary which shares the Crocodile river as a natural border with the Kruger Park. We provide an ideal setting for relaxation in the African bush veld as well as a unique holiday destination with giraffes, wildebeest, kudus, zebras, impalas, warthogs and other small game roaming freely through our property and the whole of Marloth Park. This gives you an opportunity to see the game up close and personal while relaxing on the deck, by the pool or in our Boma.
Our Safari Accommodation
Relax in the African bushveld where perfect tranquillity is the name of our game. Our affordable, beautifully decorated guest units offer breathtaking views of the bush. Choose between African-styled suites and chalets, each equipped with modern amenities and designed with luxury in mind to create a comfortable atmosphere of elegance for you, whilst enjoying the exclusivity of the African wilderness.
Enjoy a memorable experience and be spoiled with our 4-star accommodation, exquisite cuisine and ample activities to choose from. We also host conferences as well as small and large weddings. So, let our exclusive wedding planner help you organise your al fresco dream safari wedding in the African bush or in our on-site wedding chapel.
Wellness & Activities
Receive all the pampering and care you can dream of at our relaxing spa, a luxurious haven of calm in the African bush, including wellness treatments and an outdoor relaxation area. Alternatively, experience all sought after sights and activities in the Kruger Park area. Join us for a sunset drive and observe how African big game come to drink at the river banks. We also offer tour and safari packages for your convenience.
Restaurant
Our tastefully furnished, fully licensed bar lounge and 80-seater restaurant are equipped to cater to every gastronomic need. We serve a delicious buffet breakfast as well as a scrumptious dinner or buffet, and offer a menu that never fails to impress, often featuring unusual dishes. Alongside the restaurant is a partially covered pool-deck where you can enjoy refreshing cocktails. In the evening indulge in African cuisine al-fresco, around a bush fire in our Boma while listening to the nocturnal sounds of the wildlife around you.
Green Olive Guest House
Ideally located on the picturesque "Golden Mile" along the R317, connecting Robertson to Bonnievale, our child-friendly Green Olive Guest House and wedding / event venue is set on a historic farm between roses and vineyards with breathtaking mountain views, and offers wheelchair-accessible farm accommodation in the Robertson wine valley of the Cape Winelands, with popular and most prestigious neighbouring wine farms.
We also stand just 9 km away from the town center and offering a tranquil escape with easy access to local attractions.
Our Accommodation
The Green Olive Guest House is set in a magnificent garden filled with roses and hydrangeas. Various types of accommodation are on offer from large en-suite bedrooms in the main house to three family cottages that can sleep 4 to 6 people. Each family unit is equipped for self-catering including individual barbecue/Braai areas.
The guest rooms in the main house are accessible from the large roofed wooden veranda. All are situated in large manicured gardens with a sparkling swimming pool and a shared, shaded outdoor barbecue area.
A continental breakfast is included in the price and a full English breakfast is available at an extra charge. We also provide dinners and lunches on request.
There is also ample secure parking.
Hacklewood Hill Country House
Conveniently set in the leafy suburb of Walmer, Hacklewood Hill Country House is a 5 star boutique hotel in Gqeberha. Built in 1898, it is one of the few remaining Victorian manor houses in the city and as such retains much of the elegance and grace it would have boasted when its first inhabitants - a young doctor and his family - once lived here.
Our Accommodation
We offer you exclusive luxury accommodation in a lush English garden setting. You are greeted with intricately stained glass doors, gleaming wooden floors and the gentle sheen of wooden banisters lovingly buffed and polished for more than a century. Wandering around the house's two reception rooms, your eye naturally gravitates from one fascinating period piece to another.
A black and white checkerboard tiled veranda overlooks a sparkling swimming pool, perfect for leisurely dips on hot summer days, while the well-established garden beckons for a quiet stroll or perhaps even a civilised game of croquet on the lawn. The more energetic can opt for a gentlemanly game at the onsite tennis court or just choose a secluded spot in the garden to enjoy the abundant birdlife which call the grounds of Hacklewood home.
The manor house’s eight luxury en-suite guest rooms which are equally as enticing, especially as each so perfectly captures the essence of the Victorian age. Each is individually decorated in palettes ranging from pastel blues and rose bedecked pinks to more masculine browns and reds. As a result, each room has its own unique character and returning guests will enjoy experiencing them all, and will, no doubt, be loath to pick a favourite at the end.
Our Facilities & Services
In order to truly experience Hacklewood Hill at the height of its stately Victorian glory, guests need to make a point of opting for at least one dinner at the house's five star restaurant. The dining room's magnificent chandelier lights, to full perfection the cut glass, crystal goblets, starched linen and full silver service on the tables below, while superbly trained waiters serve a splendid array of cordon bleu dishes that emanate from the kitchen. Little wonder that the restaurant has garnered itself a slew of fine dining awards and has become a firm favourite on the Gqeberha dining scene - not only for its exquisite dinners, but also full English breakfasts, high tea's and light lunches.
For a thoroughly enjoyable trip back to a time when days were long and unhurried, furnishings were beautiful and handmade, and every meal was an occasion to use only the best china and silverware, guests need look no further than Hacklewood Hill Country House.
Last but not least services comprise a room turndown service, business facilities, porter service and luggage storage facilities, same-day laundry and dry-cleaning as well as secure off-street parking and, at a nominal fee, airport and city transfers.
iKhaya LamaDube Game Lodge
Our self-catering game lodge, iKhaya LamaDube, is situated in the Dinokeng Game Reserve. The reserve is known for being malaria-free and home to the Big 5 while being right on the doorstep of Johannesburg and Pretoria. Our lodge is a home-away-from home where romance, peace and serenity awaits you in a natural African bush setting. We, at iKhaya LamaDube strive to provide you with a true atmosphere of relaxation, seclusion and absolute tranquillity.
A variety of private and intimate accommodation is available to suit individual preferences.
Our Accommodation
Each of our eight units accommodates two persons only and has been intricately, intentionally and personally designed by iKhaya co-owner, Tienie Graf. Not only has her design eye lent itself to every aspect of the lodge but its effect has been soulful, calming, and extremely comfortable, without ever detracting from the incredible structures. Immerse yourself in the quirks and charms of iKhaya LamaDube’s bush-inspired units.
The lodge opens itself up to the opportunity for small groups to book the lodge in its entirety, be it a wedding, just a getaway or even a small conference. Our no young children policy creates an opportunity for our guests to unwind and relax while rekindling by the fire and spending some private, quality time together.
A new dimension of self-catering in Dinokeng. Two exclusive luxury units in modern bush-style with own undercover parking and private splash pool. Featuring state of the art kitchen equipment, bathtub, indoor and outdoor showers, indoor fireplace, outdoor braai/firepit boma (boma with fireplace) and additional covered built-in braai place. Enjoy a beautiful bush view overlooking a watering hole. Kingsize or two single bed configuration available.
Our two log cabins for self-catering are positioned on stilted wooden decks and have a small open plan kitchen and living area, an outlook deck as well as a private bushveld Boma and a bathroom with a shower and basin.
Glamping in style: The thatched safari tent at iKhaya LamaDube Lodge sits also elevated on a wooden deck and offers a quaint kitchenette which is fully equipped for self-catering, and a private bush boma as well as an own bathroom with basin, toilet and shower.
Close to a communal swimming pool for a maximum of 10 guests, the poolside cottage has a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering and an own private outdoor backyard braai/patio adjacent to the cottage.
Hidden amongst the trees, our modern-rustic Hideaway Cottage allows you to fully immerse yourself in nature while enjoying upgraded amenities, a private splash pool and your own fire pit boma.
And our quaint and romantic log cottage comes with a small, fully equipped open-plan kitchen, a dining and living area as well as a private bushveld Boma and a bathroom with shower and basin.
Activities
The Big 5 Dinokeng Game Reserve has over 140 km of winding routes of all different terrains which our guests can make use of for an exciting, adventure-driven self-drive experience. Along the self-drive routes within the reserve, you’ll stumble upon many bird hides and picnic spots which make for incredible stop-off spots and photographic opportunities.
Izimbali Lodge and Restaurant
Situated en route to eSwatini and the South African Lowveld, our child-friendly Izimbali Lodge and Restaurant offers you a unique and stylishly decorated, world-class accomodation in Ermelo. Being a part of the Mystery Route through our town, within the Mpumalanga province, our guesthouse epitomises a truly historic and mysterious past.
Our Accommodation
With a maximum capacity of 56 guests, our 4 star guesthouse features 28 fully serviced, spacious guest suites, as well as a fully equipped conference centre. Each of the private rooms is beautifully decorated in an unique African style and luxuriously styled for your comfort and relaxation. Double rooms are available with 2 single beds or one King size bed. Some units have a kitchenette and a dining area for those who wish to cater for themselves.
We also offer guests a peaceful outer garden setting with Braai (barbeque) areas and children's play areas, a bar, dining in our superb, fully-licensed à la carte restaurant - our meals are legendary amongst both locals and visitors!, as well as a laundry service, credit card facilities and parking.
Our Izimbali Lodge also hosts quality functions and events. These include conferences, weddings and receptions, and much more. Activities and attractions in the area include a mysterious Heritage Site, the Legoya Huts, ancient bushmen sites, a natural hot springs spa and various cultural attractions.
Kabwe Safari Lodge
The number one to eat and sleep in Kabwe, our child-friendly Kabwe Safari Lodge provides you with a bush experience outside of the bush. Featuring a variety of affordable rooms and chalets, you can be sure to find the perfect spot to rest and relax in Zambia. Jump into our pool to cool-off after a hot day or enjoy a meal at our restaurant, offering traditional and modern dishes alike.
We are situated just a stone’s throw from the vibrant town center. Although we do not feature wild animals at the lodge, you can be sure to feel a relaxing and natural bushveld vibe the moment you enter our place. And if you ever want to go for a trip to nearby national parks, you’ve just found the perfect spot to start your journey in Zambia.
Our Accommodation
Our executive suites are our most luxurious guest rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Center piece is the big bed, which is almost of a square size and can easily fit two. The spacious rooms come with personal fridge, satellite television, a desk, and one of the suites has a loung seating area as well.
Our classic suites offer a rich accommodation experience on a budget. Perfect for couples or the more demanding business traveller, they have everything you will expect such as en-suite bathrooms, a larger double bed, a laptop-friendly workspace and of course a TV. The honeymoon suite even features an outside bathtub and a shower, where you can enjoy a bath in a confined space of walls without anyone watching.
Our classic flats offer more space than anyone might ever need and are perfect for longer rentals or for guests with a lot of luggage. Along with the king size bed they offer a large lounge area where an additional 1 or 2 guests could sleep, as well as a kitchen with microwave and stovetop to prepare basic meals. Did you know that the founder of Zambia once slept in one of the flats? That's why some guests prefer to call it the presidential suite.
Our junior suites are our budget-friendly en-suite rooms, perfect for a nights stayover or for business travellers to the Kabwe area. But don’t think you will get anything less comfortable than in the other rooms. They also have a TV and a desk. If you are comfortable with living under a thatched roof, you will feel incredibly cozy in one of these suites.
Our safari suites have the most interesting layout and are housed in a large chalet with two floors. On the ground floor you can find the usual amenities. Up the ladder you will find an additional bed.
Our en-suite family units are the right choice not only for families but to people travelling on a budget, since the room price can be split. We offer both chalet style family suites as well as family rooms with the usual amenities. Pick your favorite!
The right choice for travellers who are just stopping by for a night and are on a budget, our permanent roof tent, which usually sits on a car, is set up on poles to accomodate up to two guests comfortably. Although it does not come with an en-suite bathroom we provide outside showers and bathrooms.
Our Facilities
At Kabwe Safari Lodge, we offer you a variety of different styles of food. Enjoy traditional meals such as Lumanda, Ifisashi or Impwa but also our main courses from the grill, including a variety of meats, fresh fish as well as chicken and quail. On top of that, we serve affordable starters, sandwiches as well as vegetarian and vegan options. Enjoy your meals from our main restaurant, the lounge, from the insaka near the pool or in the garden area. While the main restaurant can fit up to 30 guests, our lodge has a total seating capacity of around 62, excluding the bar.
Are you looking to take out your besties for an afternoon or evening to Kabwe Safari Lodge? Do you need catering for your small wedding party or conference? We got you covered. For larger groups, we can arrange a special menu too.
Klein Welmoed Luxury Guest House
Situated on the 39 hectare Klein Welmoed Wine and Olive Estate within the Cape Winelands, Klein Welmoed Luxury GUset House is in close proximity to the historic and cultural town of Stellenbosch or Somerset West, with their surrounding wine routes, as well as 30 kilometres from Cape Town International Airport. With facilities such as fabulous restaurants, wine routes, golf courses, beaches, hikes and cycling within easy travelling distance, our guesthouse has become a sought after destination for the discerning traveller.
Our Accommodation
Choose between accommodation in the Manor House or one of the cottages for self-catering. All rates include breakfast served in the Manor House while experiencing peace and tranquillity of farm life.
The elegantly restored Manor House which pays credence to classic Cape Dutch architecture, has four double rooms with en-suite bathrooms.
Offering privacy and space for families or couples, each of the four modern, self-catering cottages can accommodate up to four people and each unit is fitted with a kitchen, large living area, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Most cottages have under-floor heating as well as fireplaces for winter breakaways.
All guest rooms and cottages effortlessly blend modern convenience living with a touch of rustic charm. The Manor House and cottage bedrooms all have king-size beds, air-conditioning, heated towel rails, flat screen TV’s with DSTV (satellite TV)and free Wi-Fi access. Our rates include breakfast for cottage guests as well.
The Barn venue, where we host conferences, functions and weddings, is an ideal space with views of mountains, vineyards and olive groves, which has a sense of tranquillity for any occasion.
Things To Do
During summer, enjoy the sparkling swimming pool set in our large manicured garden. Other activities to be enjoyed on our expansive property are running, walking, cycling, watching wildlife, birding and picnics. Wine tasting is offered by prior arrangement only.
