LOCATION
Montusi Mountain Lodge is situated in the Kwazulu-Natal Drakensberg, near Bergville, halfway between Johannesburg and Durban.
TYPE OF VENUE
Montusi Mountain Lodge is the only upmarket destination in the area with a full and uninterrupted view of the Drakensberg's most famous part, the Amphitheatre escarpment. Our guests enjoy this spectacular scenery in the comfort of their private individual garden suites.
ABOUT MONTUSI MOUNTAIN LODGE
In the northern Drakensberg Mountains, a World Heritage Site, Montusi Mountain Lodge is a spacious luxury resort in an idyllic setting with panoramic views of the magnificent Amphitheatre.
Montusi Mountain Lodge offers genuine hospitality in the tranquility of one of the most beautiful settings in Southern Africa. Space, comfort and peace are what you will find when you treat yourself to the natural splendour and peaceful, romantic ambiance of this Drakensberg haven.
Doing nothing is probably the most favourite past time at Montusi. No pressure, no wake up calls (in fact no telephone in the room), hot water all day long. Montusi is the best place to simply wind down and relax. Just enjoy our little bit of paradise and recharge the batteries.
The Lodge
Montusi consists of a large and beautifully thatched main building (with reception, restaurant, terrace, bar, lounge and meeting room) and 14 spacious, tastefully decorated, individual garden suites which are among the most luxurious in the Drakensberg.
Lounge and Bar
Our comfortable lounge is a focal point for local and international guests. We meet for chats, a game of scrabble, trivial pursuit or jenga or the occasional event e.g. slide shows, talks, etc. The "Ememeli" Bar has a pool table and darts area upstairs as well as plenty of room downstairs for drinks and animated discussions.
Swimming Pool
Our fenced swimming pool looks out at the escarpment. The surrounding rocks have provided inspiration for this unusual and beautifully crafted pool which makes it the guest's favourite place in summer. Here, we have built a thatched pavilion, great for braais or functions, and more shade is provided by old gum trees, and thatched umbrellas.
Cuisine
Our intimate restaurant (with under-floor heating and log fireplace) is renowned for sumptuous local cuisine with innovative menus. Breakfast and dinner are included for lodge guests. Light lunches and teas can be ordered separately.
Awarded a Chef’s Hat in Portfolio Collection, our cuisine has been the subject of much praise.
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ACCOMMODATION
Garden Suites
Each suite stands alone in the garden and has a comfortable bedroom with en-suite bathroom (bath and walk in shower), a lounge with a television, gas operated fire place and private patio. Tea and coffee making facilities, including a bar fridge for fresh milk, are provided. Bar service in the suite is available upon request. All suites have a car port for one vehicle. Honeymoon suites have a kingsize double bed and a corner tub for two. The suites all have panoramic views of the Drakensberg’s Amphitheatre. The peace and quiet, like our homemade chocolates and bread, are quite addictable!
Self Catering Cottages
We have a limited number of self-catering cottages on the estate, providing space for between 4 to 6 visitors per chalet (which includes all persons over the age of two; the number of visitors per chalet is fixed). The cottages are generously furnished and equipped with stove, fridge, freezer, microwave, under floor heating, etc. Bedding and towels are provided. The cottages are serviced daily but does not include dishwashing. Guests must bring their own supplies.
Children
Montusi welcomes children of all ages by arrangement. However, tranquility is one of main attractions and we do ask that children are closely supervised by parents. We have early mealtimes for families with small children. Baby sitters by prior arrangement only.
TARIFFS
Tariffs valid until March 2009
Private Garden Suite (Dinner, Bed and Breakfast)
Per person per night sharing ZAR870.00
Per person per night single ZAR1100.00
Children under 2 years sharing with parents stay free.
2 - 12 years sharing with parents pay 50% rate.
Maximum of 2 children per room.
Enquire about our mid-week and seasonal specials.
Please note: Children are welcome at Montusi by arrangement. Meal times for guests with children from 08h00 to 09h00 a.m. (breakfast) and from 18h30 to 19h30 (dinner) only. This gives the other guests the opportunity to dine without the pitter-patter of little feet. No unaccompanied children in the main building and at the pool at any time.
Rates include applicable government taxes and tourism levies.
We regret pets are not permitted.
Late arrivals (after 18h30) kindly inform us.
The nearest town is Bergville (50km).
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FAUNA & FLORA
With such climatic and geological conditions it is no wonder that our fauna, and especially flora, are unique. Apart from the very elusive leopard, we do not have the Big Five, but we do have fantastic antelope, birdlife (especially birds of prey), smaller mammals and reptiles. The largest antelope is the eland, at 700 kg.
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