On arrival you are warmly welcomed into this place of peace and tranquility. Accommodation is offered in stylishly appointed chalets with luxurious bathrooms, outdoor showers and private wooden decks with breathtaking views over tranquil citrus orchards and the sweeping country side.

Awake to the cries of the fish-eagles, residents to the Sundays River below the veranda of your chalet.

Accompany your guide on a safari to the Addo Elephant National Park for the best elephant viewing in the world, arrange an exhilarating elephant back safari, visit one of the nearby Big Five private game reserves or simply go for a walk on the reserve.

Indulge in a refreshing swim or sundowners on the veranda as day gives way to the silence of a vast African night. Select your wine from the private collection from the walk-in cellar before you sit down to a gourmet dinner by candle-light. Here you will experience true South African hospitality at its best.

The Country Lodge consists of 8 chalets – 3 Honeymoon Suites (superior), 2 Family Chalets (superior), and 3 Luxury Chalets – set amongst indigenous gardens with prolific birdlife.

Each chalet offers stylishly appointed bedrooms with luxurious bathrooms, private wooden decks with panoramic views overlooking the valley below and Addo Elephant Park in the distance.

Features include extra-length twin or king size beds, air-conditioning, heating, electric blankets, bathrobes, signature bathroom amenities, hair dryer, electronic safe, mini-bar, complimentary sherry, snack basket, coffee and tea facilities, and wireless internet connection.

The ‘wet style’ bathrooms are finished in natural stone and offer separate toilets and selected rooms offer additional outdoor showers.

The Lodge has an established reputation for outstanding cuisine. Dining with regional cuisine and unique story-telling wines from the walk-in wine cellar ensures that dining is an unforgettable experience.

Sundowner drinks, cocktails and canapés are enjoyed on the veranda while watching the sun set. Choose your main course and dessert from the 6-course menu before you sit down to a gourmet dinner served in luxurious splendour. All meals are carefully planned and prepared by the resident Cordon Blue Chef to suit the guests special dietary requirements, if any.

Breakfast includes seasonal fresh fruits, stewed dried fruit, yoghurt, muesli and cereals, cold meats and cheeses, preserves and fresh fruit juice, followed by a traditional South African breakfast or the ‘Sunrise Surprise’.

Guests to please advise of any special dietary requirements prior to their visit.