Stanford Lake Lodge

Description

We offer self-catering single- and double-storey log cabins overlooking the 17-hectare Stanford Lake whose waterfall feeds the spectacular Ebenezer Dam. Located in Haenertsburg, Limpopo, it's the perfect getaway for those seeking the ultimate in idyllic privacy. Stanford Lake Lodge is less than a three-hour drive from Pretoria.

All the log cabins are equipped and decorated to the highest standards. The first cabin is a self-catering, double-storey log cabin that has three double bedrooms, two shared bathrooms and sleeps a total of eight people. You can bathe looking out onto the beautiful forest. The centrepiece of the spacious, open-plan living area is a fitted log fireplace for those quiet, romantic evenings. A deck provides you with views of the lake and a built-in braai for entertainment .

The second cabin is a single-storey log cabin with three bedrooms, one shared bathroom and sleeps a total of six guests. It also has an open-plan living area which includes a fireplace. There is a Weber braai that can be used on the amazing outside deck that leads out of the lounge and overlooks the spectacular Stanford Lake.

Thee Capricorn-Letaba Birding Route stretches from Polokwane in the west to the Great Letaba River beyond the Letsitele valley in the east. An interesting geographical feature of this route is its varying altitude. The extreme variations in altitude result in a great range of vegetation types within a relatively small area. It is within these diverse habitats that over 500 bird species are to be found. The open thornveld habitat of the Polokwane plateau supports a great variety of both Bushveld and Kalahari-type birds.

Typical species here include Crimson-breasted Shrike, African Wren-Warbler, Short-clawed Lark and Black-faced Waxbill. Just before reaching the foothills of the Drakensberg and Wolkberg Mountains, one passes through the outcrop strewn Mamabolo Bushveld. These granite inselbergs hold many rock-dwelling species including the northern-most population of Southern Bald Ibis. In the Northern Drakensberg and Wolkberg sections of the route, birders enjoy vast tracts of montane grassland, which is Blue Swallow territory and houses other sought after species such as Broad-tailed Warbler, Croaking Cisticola and Drakensberg Prinia.

The afro-montane forests of Woodbush and Magoebaskloof offer amongst the best forest birding in the country with specials like Brown scrub-Robin, Black-fronted Bush Shrike, Barratt’s Warbler, Yellow-streaked Greenbul and Orange Ground Thrush. While the eastern lower slopes and valleys of Magoebaskloof provide reliable sites for the elusive Bat Hawk and Green Twinspot.

The Tzaneen area is well known for its sub-tropical fruit industry and the interesting mix of lowland habitats here support a wide range of species including Gorgeous Bush-Shrike, White-browed Robin-chat and Purple-crested Turaco.

The Lowveld region around Letsitele and along the Letaba River has habitats including Mopani Woodland where Arnot’s Chat is resident. There are many lowveld rivers with their associated riparian forest habitats where the likes of Greater Blue-eared Starling, Red-billed Buffalo-Weaver, Retz’s Helmet-Shrike and Thick-billed Cuckoo can be found. This is also one of the prime raptor areas in the region.

Relaxation Therapies: Also on Stanford Farm, just up the road from the cabins, Colleen Ballenden offers foot massages and more at The Growth Centre.

Activities/Walks: Enjoy a walking meditation in the indigenous forest surrounded by 'fairies' flowers and animal friends.

Bird Watching:
The indigenous forest and well placed bird baths host a fantastic variety of birds, like the 'royal' knysna lourie, the elusive narina trogon and the majestic fish eagle.

Library:
Choose a book to read in the relaxing atmosphere of the Centre, and even take it home.
Therapies

Many soothing therapies are offered.. after chatting a little, design an hour of different treatments to suit your needs.

Check-In  03:00 PM   Check-Out 11:00 AM

Price & Availability

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