Hoedspruit Accommodation / Shikwari Bush Lodge Hoedspruit Accommodation / Guest Lodge Accommodation in Hoedspruit

A 4 Star TGCSA graded lodge accommodating eight guests in four suites, personally run and managed by the Lawrie family. Nestled under the majestic Drakensburg Mountains, in an elegant and relaxed setting this comfortable and friendly setting is the ideal location to explore the Limpopo Province and is a short drive to the Kruger National Park.

Included in the accommodation is a three course set menu (Dinner and full Continental and English breakfast). Book for our delicious Victorian Afternoon Tea set out on the veranda or under the trees or during cooler months in the lounge with candles and a glass of sherry.

Accommodation

The Main lodge area has a tranquil plunge pool and shady veranda. While away the hours here with a book from the selection in the library or simply enjoy the sun around the pool.

Retire when the day is done to our four luxurious suites, secluded amongst the bush. Each suite is beautifully decorated and well appointed with a hospitality tray with a supply of freshly ground coffee, coffee plunger, Twinning’s Teas as well as rusks and cookies. There also is a mini bar stocked on request to our guest’s requirements.

The en-suite bathrooms have large oval baths, basin and toilet and all the suites have outdoor showers. Fluffy towels and bathrobes are supplied and a range of specially chosen natural toiletries is always available. All our beds are dressed with percale linen and all rooms have air conditioners and fans.

Dining

Meet for a pre-dinner drink and chat at our convivial Warthog Bar with other guests, before sitting down to a delicious three course dinner either plated or served buffet style on our veranda or in our well appointed candlelit dining room served personally by us.

Our Chef might also do a South African braai (barbecue) on warm nights, in the boma around a fire. This brings one close to the sounds of the night and is an opportunity to see the wonderful night sky and stars.

Food at Shikwari has a distinctive South African flavor along with a touch of French and Italian flair. Favourite South African favourites such as bobotie, Durban curries, Karoo lamb, malva pudding, koeksüsters and Cape brandy tart are just some of the local treats. This along with homemade scones, pastries, pasta and French classic’s such as cheese soufflé’s, chocolate fondant and coq au vin blanc are the order of the day.

Weddings

Get a way from the bustle of the city for that destination wedding of your dreams. Shikwari is set in mixed woodlands bush veld with views of the Northern Drakensburg. Take the stress of wedding planning out of your busy life. Our lodge is able to host an intimate wedding of 40-50 people and sleeps 16 of your retinue – other comparable accommodation available, through us, nearby. We are able to offer a complete wedding planning service from the invitations down to the flowers. We also have contacts for wedding dresses and bridesmaid outfits.

Your ceremony and reception can be held on our veranda facing the view of the mountain, a beautiful back drop for the most beautiful moment in your life. We also have a large dining and lounge area and for smaller wedding your service can be conducted around a fountain floating with candles and flower and the reception held on the veranda. We have many options.

Our chef will be happy to arrange the food you desire and make your wedding cake. We offer a three course or four course menu and can offer Vegetarian options.

Please feel free to email us for more information and cost. You are under no obligation to accept the offer. We also offer a nights stay to see the venue and reimburse you on payment of a booked wedding.

Activities

Our lodge commands wonderful vistas of the Skilderkrans Mountain, part of the Northern Drakensburg Mountains home to the Manoutsa Vulture Colony with up to 660 pairs of Cape Vulture. This is the fourth largest colony in the world. Take a nature walk or game drive around our reserve with Ann our FGASA Guide, she will show you a different aspect of the bush, taking in some of the lesser know flora and fauna.

Wonderful and informative Big 5 trips can also be arranged to a private reserve with Ann hosting and taking along snacks and drinks. The Panorama Route is also a must see. At the end of the days touring, watch the sunset turn the Skilderkraans Mountain into a rainbow of colour while having sundowners.

Spend the day out doing a boat trip on the Swadini Dam, in the Blyde River Canyon or see rehabilitated wildlife at Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre. Lunch at one of the many great restaurants in the area or order a picnic at Franklyn Park they include a blanket and there is plenty of quiet shady areas to relax and enjoy you picnic. Take one of their walks or play the French game of Boule on the lawn.

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