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Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco-Reserve

Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco-Reserve

Contact Details

Name of hostsHitge Family
Tel:(042) 234 0778
fax(042) 234 0787
Cell+82 (0)82 565 2864
Emailinfo@hitgeheim.co.za
Web: www.hitgeheim.co.za

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5 Star
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Description

Hitgeheim Country Lodge is an exclusive thatched lodge situated on an eco-reserve, only minutes from the Addo Elephant National Park.  Explore the natural surrounding of the eco-reserve on foot or relax in the tranquil environment teeming with birdlife, a birder's paradise! 

The quietness, stylishly appointed chalets with beds dressed in crisp percale linen, luxurious bathrooms with additional outdoor shower and private wooden decks with breathtaking views invites you to relax and unwind completely.  Gourmet dinners by candlelight with award-winning wines from the walk-in wine cellar will ensure that dining is an unforgettable experience. 

Guided safaris to Addo Elephant National Park on open-top vehicle daily.  Bush walks within the eco-reserve allow you the opportunity to have close encounters with the indigenous antelope species. 

Here you will experience true South African hospitality. 

Hitgeheim Country Lodge is situated on an eco-reserve in the heart of the malaria-free Sundays River Valley, only minutes from the Addo Elephant National Park. Accommodation is offered in stylishly appointed chalets with luxurious bathrooms, outdoor showers and private wooden decks with breathtaking views over tranquil citrus orchards and the sweeping country side. Awake to the haunting cries of the fish-eagles, residents to the Sundays River below the veranda of your chalet. Accompany our guide on a safari to the Addo Elephant National Park for the best elephant viewing in the world, arrange an exhilarating elephant back safari, visit one of the near-by ‘Big 5’ private game reserves or simply go for a walk on the reserve. Afterwards, indulge in a refreshing swim or sundowners on the veranda as day gives way to the silence of a vast African night. Select your wine from our private collection from the walk-in cellar before you sit down to a gourmet dinner by candle-light. Here you will experience true South African hospitality at its best. Members of TGCSA - 5 star  Luxury Lodge,  Portfolio Retreats Collection,  AA Travel Superior,  Winner AA Travel Awards 2009 Luxury Lodge  

Accommodation

Rooms and units

Chalet Twin 1

Includes: B & B

Thatched chalets with twin bed, in-suite bathroom with double outdoor shower. Facilties include air-conditioning, heating, electric blankets, hair dryer, signature bath amenities, mini-bar & snack basket, coffe & tea facilities, private deck with breathtaking views.

Features available


Chalet Superior King extra length bed 1

Includes: B & B

Thatched chalet with King extra-length bed, en-suite with free-standing bath, inside shower and separate toilet. Private decks with breathtaking views. Facilities include airconditions, heating, electric blankets, hair-dryer, signature bath amenities, mini-bar & snack basket, coffe & tea facilities, private deck with breathtaking views.

Features available


Chalet King 2

Includes: B & B

Thatched chalet with King extra-length bed, en-suite bathroom with free-standing bath, shower, separate toilet and outdoor shower. Facilities include air-condintioning, heating, electric blankets, hair dryer, signature bath amenities, mini-bar & snack basket, coffee & tea facilities, private wooden decks/verandahs with breathtaking views.

Features available


Chalet Twin 2

Includes: B & B

Thatched chalet with Twin (extra-length), en-suite bathroom with separate toilet, inside and outdoor shower. Facilities include air-conditioning, heating, electric blankets, hair-dryer, signature bath amenities, mini-bar & snack basket, coffee & tea facilities, private verandas with breathtaking views

Features available


Suite 2

Includes: B & B

Thatched chalet (king, extra-length bed) en-suite (bath, shower, twin basins, separate toilet Frestanding or built-in bath Inside and outside Shower) with lounge area . Other features include air-conditioning, heating, electric blanket, bathrobes, hairdryer, signature bath amenities, coffee & tea facilities, mini-bar and snack basket.

Special offers

Amazing Offer!
Luxury accommodation for 2 nights @ R3500 per person sharing. Inclusive of: Gourmet Dinner, Bed & Breakfast; Guided Addo Elephant National Park Safari. ~ Valid until 16 December 2009 ~

Rates

High: 16 September 2009 - 31 July 2010
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Chalet Twin  R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --
Chalet Superior King extra length bed  R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --
Chalet King   R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --
Chalet Twin  R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --
Suite  R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --

2010 Base Rate
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Chalet Twin  R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --
Chalet Superior King extra length bed  R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --
Chalet King   R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --
Chalet Twin  R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --
Suite  R1,950 R1,950 R1,550 R1,550 -- --


Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.

Breathtaking views of the sweeping country side
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Directions

Take the N2 from Port ELizabeth towards Grahamstown. Pass BLUEWATER BAY and take FIRST exit to the left. Turn left onto R335 - MARKMAN/MOTHERWELL/ADDO ELEPHANT PARK. Follow R335 for +-40km and turn left onto R336 - KIRKWOOD Follow R336 +- 9 km and turn left at HITGEHEIM sign onto gravel road. Follow signage to HITGEHEIM +-4km. Private Airstrip - Pilots are advised to contact Archie