Description
Kwela Lodge is the ideal getaway for the holiday maker or business traveller, nature lover and bird watcher - anyone wanting to relax and seeking tranquility, peace and security in country surroundings for a weekend or longer stay.
The original farmhouse was built in 1841 and belonged to PAR Otto, one of the first settlers to the valley. Otto’s Bluff Mountain is named after him. In the fifties "Otto's Bluff Farm" - as Kwela Lodge was then called - was a working farm with dairy cattle, maize and wattle tree plantations and a mill. In 1936/7 the movie “King Solomons Mines” based on Rider Haggard’s book was shot on location at the foot of Otto’s Bluff Mountain.
Enjoy our beautiful gardens and trees which are home to an abundance of birds and make friends with our farm animals. Explore the unspoilt African bush on our property or simply relax at the Pool and listen to the rustle of the Palm Leaves above you. Be inspired by the history of this magic place!
The lodge is situated in country surroundings at the foot of Otto's Bluff Mountain with a stunning panoramic view over the Albert Falls Dam and Umgeni Valley - only 15 min. from Pietermaritzburg, 20 min. from Albert Falls Dam Reserve and 50 min. from Durban.
We also cater for smaller conferences, weddings, private or business functions.
Facilities:
3 Rooms in Main House, B&B
2 Self Catering Cottages
Conference Room with Air condition and DSTV
Wedding & Function Venue for up to 120 people
Country Chapel for Weddings
Saltwater Swimming pool
Bush Walks on 58ha property
Farm Animals
Arts & Craft Shop
Secure Parking
Internet and Fax facilities
Laundry facilities
~ German and Swiss Hospitality ~
Check-In 02:00 PM Check-Out 10:00 AM
Rooms and units
(e) Pecan Nut Cottage
1
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Room\Unit Only
Situated in the farm area amidst Pecan Nut Trees and next to the orchard this self-catering cottage has 2 separate bedrooms with a double and two single beds, a bathroom with shower, a kitchen and dining room area with table and chairs, TV (SABC,eTV) and braai facilities. A garden facing the sunset and orchard adds to its charme. (max. 4 persons)
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private, Shared Bathroom
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Beds
Double, Single Beds
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Other
Balcony/patio, Self-catering
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TV
SABC
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Views
Garden
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(a) Protea Room
1
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Room\Unit Only
Our 'Room with a View' - with private entrance to the garden and overlooking Albert Falls Dam. Facilities include a queen size bed, lounge area with 2-seater couch, TV (SABC, eTV), dressing table, overhead ventilation and en suite bathroom with bath and integrated shower.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private, Ensuite shower over bath
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Beds
Queen
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Other
Balcony/patio, Fan, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms
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TV
SABC
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Views
Dam, Garden
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(b) Aloe Room
1
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Room\Unit Only
A spacious room facing the front garden and equipped
with a double bed, lounge area with sleeper couch, table and easy chairs, TV (SABC, eTV) and en suite bathroom with bath and integrated shower.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private, Ensuite shower over bath
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Beds
Double
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Other
Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms
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TV
SABC
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Views
Garden
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(c) Imbali Room
1
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Room\Unit Only
A smaller but very cosy room facing the Veranda with a double bed, chairs and overhead ventilation. Own , but separate bathroom with bath and integrated shower.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private
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Beds
Double
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Other
Fan, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms
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Views
Garden
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(d) Oak Tree Cottage
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Room\Unit Only
Situated in the former farm garden and surrounded by ancient oak trees this cottage has its own private garden and braai facilities with a view on the Albert Falls Dam and Valley. It is a self-catering unit with a spacious lounge and dining room with TV (SABC), kitchen with breakfast nook and bathroom with shower.It can accommodate 6 persons in 3 bedrooms: one double bed, two single beds, one bunk bed or 2 single beds and 2 additional persons on a double sleeper couch in the lounge. (max. 6-8 persons)
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private, Shared Bathroom
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Beds
Queen, Single Beds
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Other
Self-catering
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TV
SABC
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Views
Dam, Garden
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2009: 01 January 2009 - 01 January 2010 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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(e) Pecan Nut Cottage
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R540
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R540
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(a) Protea Room
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R310
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R310
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R210
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R210
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R420
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R420
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(b) Aloe Room
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R290
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R290
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R190
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R190
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R380
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R380
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(c) Imbali Room
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R200
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R200
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R150
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R150
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R300
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R300
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(d) Oak Tree Cottage
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R720
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R720
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2010: 01 January 2010 - 30 June 2010 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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(e) Pecan Nut Cottage
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R580
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R580
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(a) Protea Room
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R440
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R440
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(b) Aloe Room
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R400
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R400
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(c) Imbali Room
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R320
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R320
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(d) Oak Tree Cottage
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R780
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R780
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Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.