Fort Governor's Estate
Grahamstown
Safari/Game Lodge, Self Catering
(8
units)
(5 customer reviews)
Our cottages are located within the 9000ha Fort Governor's Estate just outside Grahamstown.
With fantastic views out to the reserve from the privacy of your own deck, you can enjoy a romantic retreat or a relaxed getaway with a group of friends. So sit back, cool off in the pool, dig your toes into the sea sand of our boma, pour a drink and relax around a roaring fire.
Cottages:
Each chalet has a spacious bedroom with a super king bed (that can also be converted to twin beds if you let us know). The bathroom leads off the bedroom with a shower, toilet and basin, complete with our luxury, eco-friendly toiletry range. We are able to accommodate 2 - 3 adults per chalet (with the 3rd adult sleeping on the sofa in the lounge). Alternatively, families with children under 12 would be able to sleep 2 smaller kids on the L-shaped sofa. Please let us know when making your booking.
Unit facilities include: air-conditioners, full kitchens, wood-burning indoor fireplaces, outdoor decks complete with sun loungers and an outdoor dining tables and private braai areas.
There is a central swimming pool for communal use for guests who have booked into the Stoneyvale Cottages. Game drives can be arranged at an additional cost.
Mountain Retreat:
Our Mountain Retreat is ideal for families who want a break away from it all. We offer 2 en-suite bedrooms with king beds, 1 room with bunk beds and a sofa-bed in the lounge. We also offer a large kitchen and open plan room with a wood-burning fireplace all overlooking an expansive deck area with sweeping views out to the horizon.
KINDLY NOTE THERE IS NO SWIMMING POOL NOR WI-FI AT THIS LODGE
Uniondale Lodge:
Uniondale Lodge is the ideal getaway for a group of friends or families looking to relax, unwind and spend time in nature with four en-suite bedrooms sleeping up to 8 guests.
The lodge is fully fenced around the perimeter, however, numerous animal species are often seen grazing around the lodge. The main building has an additional two guest bathrooms, a large living room with a wood-burning fire, fully equipped kitchen and large wrap-around veranda that has stacker doors all the way round allowing you to open up the whole house onto the large decked area, or to keep it cosy without losing the view in the cooler months. The stoep has a big dining table that can comfortably seat 10 people, an undercover braai, large L-shaped sofa and a more secluded reading area with comfy armchairs and a selection of books!
The private swimming pool is surrounded by a large deck area, complete with loungers and a braai area and has stunning views out over the reserve. Uniondale can be booked with the option of fully catered by our in-house chef, or on a self-catering basis.
Please note:
***All rooms are non-smoking.
***Please note that we are based on a game farm and access to the lodges is via gravel road. Low-rise vehicles and sports cars are not advised.
***Please note that clients booking the Mountain Retreat will need to have a high-rise vehicle or bakkie for access. The lodge is not accessible with a normal sedan-type car.
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Fort Governor's Estate
Grahamstown
Safari/Game Lodge, Self Catering
(8
units)
(5 customer reviews)
Our cottages are located within the 9000ha Fort Governor's Estate just outside Grahamstown.
With fantastic views out to the reserve from the privacy of your own deck, you can enjoy a romantic retreat or a relaxed getaway with a group of friends. So sit back, cool off in the pool, dig your toes into the sea sand of our boma, pour a drink and relax around a roaring fire.
Cottages:
Each chalet has a spacious bedroom with a super king bed (that can also be converted to twin beds if you let us know). The bathroom leads off the bedroom with a shower, toilet and basin, complete with our luxury, eco-friendly toiletry range. We are able to accommodate 2 - 3 adults per chalet (with the 3rd adult sleeping on the sofa in the lounge). Alternatively, families with children under 12 would be able to sleep 2 smaller kids on the L-shaped sofa. Please let us know when making your booking.
Unit facilities include: air-conditioners, full kitchens, wood-burning indoor fireplaces, outdoor decks complete with sun loungers and an outdoor dining tables and private braai areas.
There is a central swimming pool for communal use for guests who have booked into the Stoneyvale Cottages. Game drives can be arranged at an additional cost.
Mountain Retreat:
Our Mountain Retreat is ideal for families who want a break away from it all. We offer 2 en-suite bedrooms with king beds, 1 room with bunk beds and a sofa-bed in the lounge. We also offer a large kitchen and open plan room with a wood-burning fireplace all overlooking an expansive deck area with sweeping views out to the horizon.
KINDLY NOTE THERE IS NO SWIMMING POOL NOR WI-FI AT THIS LODGE
Uniondale Lodge:
Uniondale Lodge is the ideal getaway for a group of friends or families looking to relax, unwind and spend time in nature with four en-suite bedrooms sleeping up to 8 guests.
The lodge is fully fenced around the perimeter, however, numerous animal species are often seen grazing around the lodge. The main building has an additional two guest bathrooms, a large living room with a wood-burning fire, fully equipped kitchen and large wrap-around veranda that has stacker doors all the way round allowing you to open up the whole house onto the large decked area, or to keep it cosy without losing the view in the cooler months. The stoep has a big dining table that can comfortably seat 10 people, an undercover braai, large L-shaped sofa and a more secluded reading area with comfy armchairs and a selection of books!
The private swimming pool is surrounded by a large deck area, complete with loungers and a braai area and has stunning views out over the reserve. Uniondale can be booked with the option of fully catered by our in-house chef, or on a self-catering basis.
Please note:
***All rooms are non-smoking.
***Please note that we are based on a game farm and access to the lodges is via gravel road. Low-rise vehicles and sports cars are not advised.
***Please note that clients booking the Mountain Retreat will need to have a high-rise vehicle or bakkie for access. The lodge is not accessible with a normal sedan-type car.
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Rooms and Rates
Cottage
(5
units)
from
R1400
p.u
per unit
Room information
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x 1
(King or Twin)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Details
Description:
The open plan layout of each chalet combines a large, modern kitchen area with a gas stove and oven, ample workspace, casual dining area with a wood-burning fireplace and a comfy L-shaped lounge area that looks out over your private deck to the veld beyond.
The couch in the lounge can sleep 1 extra adult or 2 children under 12. Each deck has its own private braai area and outdoor dining table as well as sun-loungers.
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Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Fireplace
- No Smoking
- Safe
- Tea and Coffee
- View
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
- Oven
- Freezer
Mountain Retreat - 4X4 access only
(1
unit)
from
R2600
p.u
per unit
Room information
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x 4
(main is King)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Details
Description:
Minimum of 2 nights stay required.
Kindly note there is no pool nor wifi offered at this lodge
Our Mountain Retreat is ideal for families who want a break away from it all. We offer 2 en-suite bedrooms with king beds, 1 room with bunk beds and a sofa-bed in the lounge.
We also offer a large kitchen and open plan room with a wood-burning fireplace all overlooking an expansive deck area with sweeping views out to the horizon. Sleeps 4 adults and 2 children.
Please note that clients booking the Mountain Retreat will need to have a high-rise vehicle or bakkie for access. The lodge is not accessible with a normal sedan-type car.
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More ›
Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Fan
- Fireplace
- No Smoking
- Safe
- Tea and Coffee
- View
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
- Oven
- Freezer
Uniondale Lodge
(1
unit)
from
R4000
p.u
per unit
Room information
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x 4
(main is King or Twin)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Details
Description: 4 x super king extra length bed that can also be converted to twin rooms on request.
Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- Fan
- Fireplace
- Iron & Ironing board
- No Smoking
- Safe
- Tea and Coffee
- View
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
- Tumble Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Dishwasher
- Oven
- Freezer
Reviews of Fort Governor's Estate
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Farica
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Dexter
"Very lovely peaceful stay. Could see nice animals, specially ostriches who would feed around he place. Jo and her husband Sean was super nice and very helpful, even going as far as providing us with oil since we forgot to buy ours. Highly recommended stay for a nice couples get away if you want to h..."
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"Very lovely peaceful stay. Could see nice animals, specially ostriches who would feed around he place. Jo and her husband Sean was super nice and very helpful, even going as far as providing us with oil since we forgot to buy ours. Highly recommended stay for a nice couples get away if you want to have a nice secluded stay in cottage with a nice nature feel.
It is is about 20 minutes away from Grahamstown so would recommend buying grocers beforehand, specially for braai, they have the best wood I've ever worked with."
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English
Afrikaans
Xhosa
German
Bird Watching
Braai / Barbecue
Flower Viewing
Farm activities
Game Viewing
Garden
Horse Riding
Mountain Biking
Swimming Pool
Walking / Hiking
4x4 Trails
Airport Shuttle Service
Curio Shop
Cots available
Family friendly
Fireplace on premises
Laundry Service
No Pets allowed
Secure off-street parking
Parking available
Room service
Safe available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
No Smoking
Safe
Tea and Coffee
View
Fully Equipped
Bed Linen supplied
Towels
Oven
Freezer
- Balcony
- Fan
- Iron & Ironing board
- Tumble Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Dishwasher
Children age 12 and over are charged as adults.
x 1
(King or Twin)
Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Farica
