Drakensberg Sun Resort, Winterton, KwaZulu Natal
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Telephone: +27 (0)21 794-9050 , Facsimile: +27 (0)21 794-9995, Mobile: +27 (0)82 782-3142
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CATEGORIES: Accommodation in South Africa » South Africa Conferences » South Africa Fishing Lodges » South Africa Honeymoons » South Africa Hotels » DESCRIPTION: The Drakensberg Sun Resort is situated high in the dramatic landscape of the Cathkin Peak area of the Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa from where magnificent views and fresh mountain air can be enjoyed. Extensive use of natural materials, polished wood and rich earthy colours make the Drakensberg Sun Resort in KwaZulu Natal a comfortable and relaxing outdoor resort set in beautiful natural surroundings. The restaurant overlooks the resort's private lake and provides guests with a sumptuous buffet. Light snacks and drinks are available on the Terrace throughout the day. The Drakensberg Sun Resort provides a wide range of activities such as boating, sundowner cruises on the lake, pitch & putt, tennis, squash, volleyball, as well as spectacular mountain hikes, guided walks, mountain biking, golfing on the Champagne Sports Golf Course which is situated nearby. Furthermore, the Drakensberg Sun Resort features two outdoor swimming pools. AccommodationThe Drakensberg Sun Resort offers a total of 78 rooms. The following soft refurbishments have been carried out recently to enhance guests stay at this resort: New TV cabinets New curtains New bedside lamps, standing lamps and reading lamps New artwork New Scatter pillows on beds and on dresser table chairs New sleeper coaches in family rooms New wingback chairs in family and executive rooms New blankets which replace throws at foot of beds. DiningThe Lakeview Restaurant serves breakfast from 07h00 to 10h30 daily where guests will find a continental spread with croissants, danishes, cold cuts, yoghurts, cereals and cold fish dishes. Guests may choose from a selection of juices or squeeze the freshest juice from ripe oranges or grapefruits, omelettes, fried eggs, scrambled eggs or poached eggs are also available. Breakfast can be enjoyed on the resorts terrace, being surrounded by indigenous, landscaped gardens and looking over the private lake of the resort. Dinner is a delightful feast of favourites featuring salads, a roast, casseroles, curries, vegetarian selections and the famous trout cooking station, complemented by delicious desserts. Sport and Leisure facilities 2 Outdoor swimming pools 1 Squash court 2 Tennis courts Croquet Rowing boats & canoes at Lake Nkwanki lifejackets provided 2 Bowling greens Pitch & Putt (6 holes) Gymnasium Library Kiddies movies room Mountain bike rental is available Mountain boarding on request Paintball on request Treatment room offering limited massages and beauty treatments, subject to availability Games Room with pool table & arcade games Hotel services Ellas gift shop Laundry / valet service Fighting Trout Bar Safety deposit box Hospitality lounge Leisure desk Open parking Lakeview Restaurant & Terrace Library Business services Secretarial services Facsimile services PC / printer service High speed Internet access Telkom T-zone internet access Self service workstation with internet connectivity Conference and meetingsThe Drakensberg Sun offers state of the art conferences facilities and caters for various conference and meeting requirements such as seminars and private dinner functions. Taylor-made packages and menus are available as well as fully inclusive conference packages, day conference packages and leisure packages. Standard Conference Equipment: Data Projector Screen DVD Pens and notepads Overhead projector Flip chart Whiteboard Lectern In-House PA system Additional conference venues: 1 Boardroom seating up to 10 delegates Outdoor conferencing or breakaway sessions on bean bags next to the Lake (maximum 100 delegates) surcharge applies Children services Babysitting on request Special childrens programmes during weekends and school holidays Games room with table tennis, arcade games and pool table Kiddies movie room Jungle Gym attractions and activities Drakensberg Boys Choir Thokozisa Lifestyle Centre El Mirrodoor Airstrip (Dragon Peaks, 8km) Champagne Sports Resort Golf Course (7km) KwaZulu Weavers and candles Scrumpy Jacks (honey products & educational Bee tours) Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre Four Rivers Adventures Valley Bakery, Tea Garden & Art Gallery Ardmore Ceramic Art Studio |
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DIRECTIONS: FROM JOHANNESBURG Follow the N3 from Johannesburg towards Durban, this will take you past Harrismith, through the Van Reenens Pass and to the Tugela Toll Plaza. Continue through the Plaza and take the third turnoff (52km from the Toll Plaza). The sign will be posted Bergville / Colenso / Greytown R74 (Sign Board 194). Take the off-ramp and go right over the highway, this road will continue to Winterton (22km). When you get into Winterton you will pass through the town and shops and get to a turn-off towards your left, with the signboard indicating R600 - Central Drakensberg. Take this turn to your left and continue straight. You will continue over an intersection, past Champagne Sports until you see the signboard towards your right for Drakensberg Sun. The Drakensberg Sun is 29km from Winterton. From DurbanFollow the N3 from Durban towards JHB, continue past the Mooi River Toll Plaza and past the Mooi River North Turnoff. Approximately 36km after the Mooi River Toll plaza you will get to the Escourt (North) / Giants Castle Turnoff (Sign Board 179). Take this towards your left, and continue straight through Loskop for about 31km, where you will reach a signboard saying (R600) Drakensberg World Heritage Site (Central) An your left there will be a thatched building called Thokozisa (if you go onto gravel road you have missed the turn). Turn left and continue straight for approximately 12km, past the Champagne Sports until you see the signboard for Drakensberg Sun, turn right. MAP: Available at: http://www.sa-venues.com/visit/drakensbergsunresort/map.php |
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