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Rates From:
Single R190.
Sharing R145.
Unit R290.
Guest Comments
90%
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Very good -
30 March 2008
We enjoyed our stay very much. It was quiet, without any interruptions.
— Marisa Zietsman, South Africa
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14 February 2008
Pecan Nut Cottage was good value for money. Rained all night with the sound of raindrops on the tin roof. Roadworks on the way there made it a bit of a rough ride to get there. Had a lovely breakfast the following morning before departure.
Hope to have a longer visit sometime in the future.
— Renier Feldtmann, South Africa
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A Nice Stay -
06 January 2008
We had a nice stay, the hosts were very friendly.
— Anonymous, South Africa
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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 R... 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 Aircondition 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 ~
Rates
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(a) Protea Room (1) | Rates Include : Room\Unit Only |
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| Our 'Room with a View' - with private entrance to the garden and overlooking Albert Falls Dam. Facilities include a queensize bed, lounge area with 2-seater couch, TV (SABC), dressing table, overhead ventilation and en suite bathroom with bath and shower. |
Year Round
(01 January 2008 to 31 December 2008) | Per Person Sharing - R220 Unit - R440 Single - R300 | | Features in these Rooms/Units: |
| Beds | Queen | | Bathroom Facilities | Ensuite bath and separate shower |
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(b) Aloe Room (1) | Rates Include : Room\Unit Only |
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| A spacious airy room facing the front garden and equipped
with a double bed, lounge area with table and easy chairs, dressing table and en suite bathroom with bath and shower.
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Year Round
(01 January 2008 to 31 December 2008) | Per Person Sharing - R190 Unit - R380 Single - R270 | | Features in these Rooms/Units: |
| Beds | Double | | Bathroom Facilities | Ensuite shower over bath |
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(c) Imbali Room (1) | Rates Include : Room\Unit Only |
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| A smaller but very cosy room facing the Veranda with a double bed, chairs and overhead ventilation. Own separate bathroom with bath and shower. |
Year Round
(01 January 2008 to 31 December 2008) | Per Person Sharing - R145 Unit - R290 Single - R190 | | Features in these Rooms/Units: |
| Beds | Double | | Bathroom Facilities | Private |
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(d) Oak Tree Cottage (1) | Rates Include : Room\Unit Only |
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| 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 additonal persons on a double sleeper couch in the lounge. (max. 6-8 persons) |
Year Round
(01 January 2008 to 31 December 2008) | Unit - R660 | | Features in these Rooms/Units: |
| TV | SABC | | Bathroom Facilities | Private | | Other | Balcony/patio, Self-catering |
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(e) Pecan Nut Cottage (1) | Rates Include : Room\Unit Only |
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| 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) |
Year Round
(01 January 2008 to 31 December 2008) | Unit - R500 | | Features in these Rooms/Units: |
| Beds | Double | | TV | SABC | | Bathroom Facilities | Ensuite shower only | | Other | Balcony/patio, Self-catering |
* Please note: Rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking
Nearby Attractions and Landmarks
Albert Falls Dam and Game Reserve15.0 km
Pietermaritzburg15.0 km
Valley of 1000 Hills40.0 km
German History50.0 km
Midlands Meander (arts & Crafts)50.0 km
Durban90.0 km
North Coast & South Coasr Beaches +-100.0 km
Drakensburg/Lesotho / Sani Pass180.0 km
Battlefields (Rorke's Drift)250.0 km
Hluhluwe/Shakaland300.0 km
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Check In : 02:00:00 PM Check Out : 10:30:00 AM
Facilities and Services Photocopy Machine
Parking Available
Laundry Service
Garden
Swimming Pool
Library
Off Street Parking
Fireplace on the Premises
Communal Television
Facilities in Rooms/Units No Smoking in Rooms
Fan in Rooms
Activities Nearby Bird Watching
Fishing
Walking
Hiking / Backpacking
Environment Countryside
Nature Reserve
Languages Spoken English
German
Swiss
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