Star Dam Estate
Dargle
House/Apartment, Self Catering
(4
units)
Welcome to Star Dam Estate, one of the newest gems in the crown of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Discretely tucked away in a quiet corner of the Dargle Valley, in close proximity to the iconic Inhlosane hill, the Star Dam Estate offers guests a choice of four luxuriously appointed, self-catering lodges.
Each lodge offers a sense of privacy, exclusivity and creature comforts with spectacular views over a unique, star-shaped dam. All lodges boast a private jetty facilitating access to the water so why not hire one of our fishing boats for the day or bring your canoe or ski along. Escape from the world and enjoy our sanctuary at Star Dam Estate.
Safire Lodge
Some of the first things you’ll notice when stepping inside Safire Lodge are the generous proportions and seamless indoor-outdoor flow allowing guests to drink in the views from every room. This unit boasts four stylishly appointed ensuite bedrooms, two with king size beds and two with twin beds. A spacious and well-equipped kitchen, open-plan dining room, fireside snug lounge, TV lounge (DSTV included), expansive wooden deck and Guest Wi-Fi offer all the modern conveniences you need to enjoy your stay in the country.
Waterford Lodge
The imaginatively styled Waterford Lodge is open-plan living at its best. The easy flow between kitchen, lounge, dining room and deck ensures that in spite of the ample-sized rooms, guests still feel connected to one another. The living area of the main house is flanked by two double bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom offering both bath and shower. For maximum privacy whilst still offering spectacular views of the dam, a third ensuite bedroom is situated on a raised platform between the main house and adjacent dormitory wing. The self-contained dormitory unit specially created for kids and teens includes two rooms with 3 single beds in each room (6 beds in total), two bathrooms, a kids’ lounge and eating area, making this the ideal choice for a fun family getaway. Extra mattresses available upon request. In true South African fashion this home includes a fantastic braai and entertainment area overlooking the dam and the heated plunge pool on the deck is so effective that it can be enjoyed right through winter! Waterford is equipped with free Wi-Fi and DSTV.
Stoneford Lodge
Stoneford Lodge is a style sensation that will leave you wanting for nothing. The main house includes an open plan kitchen, lounge and dining room and a front deck area that runs the full length of the house and completely opens up to take advantage of the stunning views of the dam. On either side of the main living area, you will find a luxurious double room with ensuite bathroom offering both bath and shower. A separate guest cottage offers an additional bedroom with king size bed, ensuite shower and toilet. And to make this an even more fun option for kids and teens, Stoneford has a double-story dormitory wing consisting of a lounge, eating area and two bathrooms downstairs, and an open-plan sleeping area with 8 single beds upstairs. The house is equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi but no TV.
Mobile phone reception: Please note that there is very poor 3G signal at Star Dam Estate. Our recommendation? Come prepared for a digital detox! If you absolutely have to keep in coms with the outside world, the complimentary Wi-Fi will enable you to send emails, check your social media or make WhatsApp calls.
The last few kilometres leading up to the estate gate and the drive from the estate gate to the lodge is on a rather bumpy dirt road, not suitable for city cars. You do not need a 4x4 to access the lodge but we definitely recommend a raised vehicle rather than a sports car!
Horse riding: With 8 well-schooled horses and an abundance of scenic trails, our guide, Elliot will take you on a guided tour of Inhlosane Farm at an additional cost per person for a 90-minute ride.
Mountain biking: If you are an MTB enthusiast, your location at Star Dam Estate places you firmly in the heartland of some stunning riding territory.
Fishing/boating: For those who enjoy being on the water, there are three fishing boats fitted with sneaker motors available for hire. Perfect for fly fishing or as a fun way to explore the dam and get a different perspective on the estate. Please bring your own rods. Only fly fishing rods permitted. Catch and release.
The Dargle can get pretty chilly in winter and all units are therefore equipped with gas heaters and fireplaces.
All units are serviced daily.
A refundable breakages deposit of R1000 per lodge is applicable to each booking and to be paid via EFT prior to arrival. This will be refunded by EFT in part or in full, depending on breakages that might have occurred during your stay, within 10 working days after the date of departure.
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Star Dam Estate
Dargle
House/Apartment, Self Catering
(4
units)
Welcome to Star Dam Estate, one of the newest gems in the crown of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Discretely tucked away in a quiet corner of the Dargle Valley, in close proximity to the iconic Inhlosane hill, the Star Dam Estate offers guests a choice of four luxuriously appointed, self-catering lodges.
Each lodge offers a sense of privacy, exclusivity and creature comforts with spectacular views over a unique, star-shaped dam. All lodges boast a private jetty facilitating access to the water so why not hire one of our fishing boats for the day or bring your canoe or ski along. Escape from the world and enjoy our sanctuary at Star Dam Estate.
Safire Lodge
Some of the first things you’ll notice when stepping inside Safire Lodge are the generous proportions and seamless indoor-outdoor flow allowing guests to drink in the views from every room. This unit boasts four stylishly appointed ensuite bedrooms, two with king size beds and two with twin beds. A spacious and well-equipped kitchen, open-plan dining room, fireside snug lounge, TV lounge (DSTV included), expansive wooden deck and Guest Wi-Fi offer all the modern conveniences you need to enjoy your stay in the country.
Waterford Lodge
The imaginatively styled Waterford Lodge is open-plan living at its best. The easy flow between kitchen, lounge, dining room and deck ensures that in spite of the ample-sized rooms, guests still feel connected to one another. The living area of the main house is flanked by two double bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom offering both bath and shower. For maximum privacy whilst still offering spectacular views of the dam, a third ensuite bedroom is situated on a raised platform between the main house and adjacent dormitory wing. The self-contained dormitory unit specially created for kids and teens includes two rooms with 3 single beds in each room (6 beds in total), two bathrooms, a kids’ lounge and eating area, making this the ideal choice for a fun family getaway. Extra mattresses available upon request. In true South African fashion this home includes a fantastic braai and entertainment area overlooking the dam and the heated plunge pool on the deck is so effective that it can be enjoyed right through winter! Waterford is equipped with free Wi-Fi and DSTV.
Stoneford Lodge
Stoneford Lodge is a style sensation that will leave you wanting for nothing. The main house includes an open plan kitchen, lounge and dining room and a front deck area that runs the full length of the house and completely opens up to take advantage of the stunning views of the dam. On either side of the main living area, you will find a luxurious double room with ensuite bathroom offering both bath and shower. A separate guest cottage offers an additional bedroom with king size bed, ensuite shower and toilet. And to make this an even more fun option for kids and teens, Stoneford has a double-story dormitory wing consisting of a lounge, eating area and two bathrooms downstairs, and an open-plan sleeping area with 8 single beds upstairs. The house is equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi but no TV.
Mobile phone reception: Please note that there is very poor 3G signal at Star Dam Estate. Our recommendation? Come prepared for a digital detox! If you absolutely have to keep in coms with the outside world, the complimentary Wi-Fi will enable you to send emails, check your social media or make WhatsApp calls.
The last few kilometres leading up to the estate gate and the drive from the estate gate to the lodge is on a rather bumpy dirt road, not suitable for city cars. You do not need a 4x4 to access the lodge but we definitely recommend a raised vehicle rather than a sports car!
Horse riding: With 8 well-schooled horses and an abundance of scenic trails, our guide, Elliot will take you on a guided tour of Inhlosane Farm at an additional cost per person for a 90-minute ride.
Mountain biking: If you are an MTB enthusiast, your location at Star Dam Estate places you firmly in the heartland of some stunning riding territory.
Fishing/boating: For those who enjoy being on the water, there are three fishing boats fitted with sneaker motors available for hire. Perfect for fly fishing or as a fun way to explore the dam and get a different perspective on the estate. Please bring your own rods. Only fly fishing rods permitted. Catch and release.
The Dargle can get pretty chilly in winter and all units are therefore equipped with gas heaters and fireplaces.
All units are serviced daily.
A refundable breakages deposit of R1000 per lodge is applicable to each booking and to be paid via EFT prior to arrival. This will be refunded by EFT in part or in full, depending on breakages that might have occurred during your stay, within 10 working days after the date of departure.
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Rooms and Rates
Safire Lodge
(1
unit)
from
R4650
p.u
per unit
Room information
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x 6
(main is King or Twin)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Details
Description:
Sleeps 8 adults.
One of the first things you’ll notice when stepping inside Safire Lodge are the generous proportions and seamless indoor-outdoor flow allowing guests to drink in the views from every room. This unit boasts four stylishly appointed en-suite bedrooms, two with king size beds and two with twin beds.
A spacious and well-equipped kitchen, open-plan dining room, fireside snug lounge, TV lounge (DSTV included), expansive wooden deck (with outdoor umbrella) Guest WiFi offer all the modern conveniences you need to enjoy your stay in the country. Safire Lodge has a Nespresso machine, which is welcome news for coffee enthusiasts but please remember to bring your own pods!
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More ›
Facilities:
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Heater
- No Smoking
- Tea and Coffee
- View
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Oven
- Freezer
Waterford Lodge
(1
unit)
from
R4850
p.u
per unit
Room information
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x 9
(main is King or Twin)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Details
Description:
Sleeps 6 adults and 6 children.
The imaginatively styled Waterford Lodge is open-plan living at its best. The living area of the main house is flanked by two double bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom offering both bath and shower. A third en-suite bedroom is situated on a raised platform between the main house and adjacent dormitory wing.
The self-contained dormitory unit specially created for kids and teens, includes two rooms with 3 –single beds in each room (6 beds in total), two bathrooms, a kids’ lounge and eating area, making this the ideal choice for a fun family getaway. In true South African fashion this home includes a fantastic braai and entertainment area (with outdoor umbrella) overlooking the dam and the heated plunge pool on the deck is so effective that it can be enjoyed right through Winter! Waterford is equipped with free WiFi and DSTV. Waterford Lodge boasts a Nespresso machine for the convenience of our coffee lovers but please remember to bring your own pods!
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More ›
Facilities:
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- No Smoking
- Tea and Coffee
- View
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Oven
- Freezer
Stoneford Lodge
(1
unit)
from
R4850
p.u
per unit
Room information
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x 10
(main is King or Twin)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Details
Description:
Sleeps 6 adults and 8 children.
Stoneford Lodge is a style sensation that will leave you wanting for nothing. The main house includes an open plan kitchen, lounge and dining room and a front deck area that runs the full length of the house and completely opens up to take advantage of the stunning views of the dam.
On either side of the main living area, you will find a luxurious double room with en-suite bathroom offering both bath and shower. A separate guest cottage offers an additional bedroom with king size bed, en-suite shower and toilet. And to make this an even more fun option for kids and teens, Stoneford has a double-storey dormitory wing consisting of a lounge, eating area and two bathrooms downstairs, and an open-plan sleeping area with 8 single beds upstairs. The house is equipped with complementary WiFi but no TV.
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More ›
Facilities:
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- No Smoking
- View
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Oven
- Freezer
Ingleford Lodge
(1
unit)
from
R2900
p.u
per unit
Room information
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x 5
(main is King)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Details
Description:
The smallest Lodge in our Star Dam Estate portfolio. Two en-suite bedrooms, one with a king size bed, and the other a dorm style room with four single beds. Both bathrooms have showers, underfloor heating and heated towel rails. The lodge offers a spacious and well-equipped open-plan kitchen, dining room and lounge with a large fireplace.
A wooden deck runs the full length of the house with stack-away doors that fold away to reveal panoramic views of the dam. There is no WIFI or TV at Ingleford Lodge. There is a weber braai for guests` enjoyment but please remember to bring your own charcoal and firelighters. Braai-ing is strictly prohibited on the wooden deck. Ingleford Lodge offers guests the convenience of a Nespresso machine, but please remember to bring your own coffee pods!
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Facilities:
- Fireplace
- No Smoking
- View
- Oven
Pictures of Star Dam Estate
Fishing
Horse Riding
Mountain Biking
Walking / Hiking
No Pets allowed
Parking available
No smoking
Free WiFi
Fireplace
No Smoking
View
Oven
- Hairdryer
- Heater
- Tea and Coffee
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Freezer
Children are charged as adults.
x 6
(main is King or Twin)
Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
