Hopewell Lodge 5 Star Game Lodge Accommodation Kenton On Sea
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Hopewell Lodge is a 5 star graded game lodge offering Colchester accommodation in 6 guest rooms.

About Hopewell Lodge

Hopewell Lodge is an exclusive luxury hideaway on a private African game reserve in South Africa's beautiful Eastern Cape. The luxurious lodge nestled in the hillside hosts up to 8 guests and overlooks the wildlife reserve, a reclaimed Eden in a once remote wilderness.

It is situated 40 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth airport, in malaria free coastal valley bushveld, and is the ideal destination for those seeking privacy, exclusivity, tranquillity and adventure.

Guests enjoy the exclusivity of the 6600 acre reserve, where the Eastern Cape Natural Bush, known as the East Cape Thicket, has been uniquely preserved. The secluded and spacious lodge, which overlooks a panoramic landscape, is open aired and light, with thatch insulating against the African summer heat. Fire places strategically positioned throughout the lodge warms against the winter chill.

The interior designed living area is comfortably furnished in a classic safari style combined with a contemporary feel. The stylish lounge and dining room leads to a wooden deck with spectacular views of a water hole and lush valleys in the distance. Upstairs hosts an intimate recreation area, conference area and our four elegant suites are all equipped with en-suite bathrooms and private swimming pools with views of the bush.

Hopewell Private Game reserve is home to an abundance of flora and fauna including, hippo, giraffe, zebra, cheetah, a heard of elephant and a variety of antelope and other indigenous wild species consistent with a balanced eco-system. A visit to Hopewell will leave you relaxed, rejuvenated and ready to book your return visit.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

  • All meals included
  • All of the Big 5
  • Guided game drives included
  • Malaria-free area
  • Safari / bush walks by arrangement
  • Conservation fee applicable

Accommodation

Private Suites:
There are four completely separate and private suites situated a short walk from the main lodge and provide a very secluded environment. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms and private swimming pool overlooking a panoramic landscape.

90 square metres in size and all situated a short walk from the main lodge, this is the ideal accommodation for those seeking absolute privacy and exclusivity. Laid out in a open plan format with concertina sliding doors to let the sights, smells and sounds of the surrounding bush in, the suites include lounge, bed and bathroom areas with separate dressing room and W/C.

Your comfort is ensured with a double sided fire place, heated towel rails, under floor heating, air conditioning and the highest quality fittings and amenities. A fully stocked mini bar and selection of teas and coffee are provided for your convenience, enjoy beautiful views of the property from your private wooden deck in front of the suite. This is truly a perfect honeymoon destination.

Cuisine

Lunches are served on the main deck and every effort is made to incorporate local flavours, textures and colours into the dishes, select a bottle of fine South African wine from our cellar or choose a beverage of your choice from the fully stocked bar area.

No two meals at Hopewell are the same and dinner will be no exception. Our chef prepares a variety of dishes never wandering far from true South African style and taste, ranging from a sizzling barbeque to a five course meal.

Venues range from the traditional boma dinner under the stars , fine dining in our dining room or weather permitting, a four course bush dinner under a majestic lantern lit septee tree on the reserve , a once in a lifetime experience.

For those seeking a more private and romantic dining arrangements, let our staff set a table for two at a location of your choice.

Our in-house chef will ensure that every meal you experience at Hopewell will be a memorable one. The secret to our culinary success lies in the fact that only the best, freshest and most wholesome ingredients go into the preparation of our dishes.

Either before or after a morning game drive, traditional full English and continental breakfasts are served on the main deck, this will be the perfect start to the day.

Activities

Hopewell lies at the eastern end of the famous Garden Route, providing an ideal home base from which to explore the Eastern Cape.

Activities available on the reserve range from game drives, bird watching from three hides situated around the property, sundowners in a tree house or simply relax by the pool or at the lodge where friendly staff are ready to attend to your every need. In the surrounding areas you will find an abundance of activities to enrich your stay these include the Indian ocean resorts and magnificent beaches of Kenton-on-Sea and Port Alfred.

Within a short distance, you could try your hand at horseback riding, boating, fishing, whale watching and trail hiking to name a few. For those seeking a variety of treatments, a massage therapist /beautician can be arranged with prior notice.

For the enthusiastic golfer the Royal Port Alfred and (Gary Player designed) Fish River Sun Golf Courses are within an hour's drive away. The Hopewell staff can assist in booking and transport arrangements and offer guidance to the best activity to suit individuals, groups or family.

Features you'll appreciate

  • always on
  • air-con
  • swimming
    pool
  • parking
  • airport
    transfers
  • braai / bbq
  • room service
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Clock radio
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Safe for valuables
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Telephone (direct dial)
  • Underfloor heating

On Site

  • Air-conditioning
  • Business facilities
  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Childcare / babysitting service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Laundry service
  • Parking (garage)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Smoking: in demarcated areas
  • Swimming pool

Loadshedding Facilities

What is loadshedding? It refers to the temporary suspension of electricity provided by Eskom, South Africa's electricity provider, to reduce consumption and thereby the load on the national grid. To compensate, South African property owners are turning to solar power, inverters with backup batteries or in some cases generators to keep the power on, wherever feasible.

  • Generator

Food & Drink

  • Bar (fully licenced)
  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee
  • Restaurant / dining room
  • Room service

Transfers

  • Airport transfers
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Nguni Private Luxury Suite

Nguni Private Luxury Suite with gazebo is a relaxing suite, designed in a classic safari style combined with a contemporary feel and wooden deck boasting views over the elephants local watering hole. Nguni has a romantic private look-out gazebo.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Air-conditioning  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Clock radio  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Telephone (direct dial)  
  • Underfloor heating

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 5-16 years are allowed; over 16 years treated as adults

Standard Suite (East)

Stylishly decorated en-suite Standard Suite with separate outside shower overlooking the indigenous bush.Situated in the Main Lodge. Suitable for a family of four or for those who prefer not to walk too much. No access to a swimming pool.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Air-conditioning  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Clock radio  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Telephone (direct dial)  
  • Underfloor heating

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 5-16 years are allowed; over 16 years treated as adults

Standard Suite (West)

Stylishly decorated en-suite Standard Suite with separate outside shower overlooking the indigenous bush. Situated in the Main Lodge. Suitable for a family of four or for those who prefer not to walk too much. No access to a swimming pool.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Air-conditioning  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Clock radio  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Telephone (direct dial)  
  • Underfloor heating

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 5-16 years are allowed; over 16 years treated as adults

RATES INCLUDE:
Accommodation, game drives and game drive refreshments, all meals, house wines, local beers, local spirits, soft drinks, tea and coffee, VAT.

RATES EXCLUDE:
Telephone, laundry, gratuities; premium and imported wines, spirits and beer; champagne, and cigars. These will be charged on departure, together with items purchased from the curio shop.

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Guest Reviews

1 Review from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

We had three days at Hopewell as part of a two week stay in South Africa, the rest of the time being at Kenton on Sea, not far away. The accommodation, food and attention we received were of the highest order and the Game Drives conducted by Manager/Ranger, Bruce, were rewarding in many ways, photographically and educationally. The animals on the 8000 acre reserve are doing so well, they are obviously happy in their environment, with elephant, cheetah, rhino, zebra and giraffe as well as many types of antelope proudly showing their offspring. They are all completely free to roam the wooded, hilly area and look after themselves - under a watchful eye of Bruce, who has 20 years experience on wildlife reserves. He is also a wonderful sculptor of African animals. I really cannot speak too highly of this experience and would recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone who gets the opportunity.

November 2017

Keith Paterson (Cambridge, UK)

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Need to Know

Response timeHopewell Lodge typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren 5 years and older are welcome.

Closest airport(s)Port Elizabeth Airport - 70km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the property Visa, Mastercard, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since October 2009

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