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Platrand Lodge

Lodge Ladysmith · Western Cape
Cozy bedroom with large window yellow blanket and countryside view
Bedroom with seating area desk and large windows in a spacious room
Cozy living room with armchairs coffee table and view of bedroom and dining area
Aerial view of buildings in a lush valley at sunset
Sunset over a lake with reflection of clouds and trees

About

A 4-star colonial-style lodge on Fourie's Kraal farm near Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal. Malaria-free accommodation 2 hours from Durban and 3 hours from Johannesburg, with 45 rooms across standard, deluxe, family and self-catering options.

Accommodation

45 rooms include standard, deluxe, family and self-catering units, plus a Honeymoon/Presidential Suite. Permanent 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom units feature open-plan kitchens and living areas, air-conditioning, BIC, covered parking, gardens and 24-hour security. The building has long overhanging roofs and generous verandas.

Facilities

Free Wi-Fi and selected DSTV channels in all rooms. A rock pool, gym, fishing and wildlife drives are available. The à la carte Colonial restaurant is open daily, with room service on request. A full 4-star buffet breakfast can be booked in advance. The 'Isbaya' Bar is on site.

Location & Surroundings

On Fourie's Kraal farm near Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, 2 hours from Durban and 3 hours from Johannesburg. The Central Drakensberg Mountains are 30 minutes from Ladysmith. The Burgher Memorial relates to the Anglo Boer War. 25 antelope and 173 bird species are on the property.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Children: Allowed
Pets: Allowed
Smoking: Not allowed

Rooms

Deluxe Room

Queen bed or 2x ¾ beds, tea and coffee facilities, heating and cooling facilities a private balcony overlooking our game farm. The bathroom boasts a double vanity and both a bath and a shower. A flat

Twin x 2
From
R1,295

Family Room

A queen size bed and 2x ¾ beds, tea and coffee facilities, heating and cooling facilities a private balcony overlooking our game farm. The bathroom boasts a double vanity and both a bath and a showe

Queen x 1 Twin x 2
From
R1,135

Standard Rooms

A double bed, with either a bath or a shower, tea and coffee facilities, TV with selected DSTV channels, heating and cooling facilities.

Double x 1
From
R1,145

Honeymoon/Presidential Suite

The suite also comes with a flat-screen television with selected DStv channels, heating and cooling, fridge facilities, and a queen-size bed. Complimentary tea, coffee, and sherry are standard with ou

Queen x 1
From
R1,365

Bush Cottage

4 bedroom self catering house, 2 bathrooms, fully fitted kitchen Private boma nestled in the African bush.

Twin x 2
From
R4,300

Deluxe Room

Queen bed or 2x ¾ beds, tea and coffee facilities, heating and cooling facilities a private balcony overlooking our game farm. The bathroom boasts a double vanity and both a bath and a shower. A flat

Twin x 2

Family Room

A queen size bed and 2x ¾ beds, tea and coffee facilities, heating and cooling facilities a private balcony overlooking our game farm. The bathroom boasts a double vanity and both a bath and a showe

Queen x 1 Twin x 2

Standard Rooms

A double bed, with either a bath or a shower, tea and coffee facilities, TV with selected DSTV channels, heating and cooling facilities.

Double x 1

Honeymoon/Presidential Suite

The suite also comes with a flat-screen television with selected DStv channels, heating and cooling, fridge facilities, and a queen-size bed. Complimentary tea, coffee, and sherry are standard with ou

Queen x 1

Bush Cottage

4 bedroom self catering house, 2 bathrooms, fully fitted kitchen Private boma nestled in the African bush.

Twin x 8

Location

Address

Fourie's Kraal Farm, Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Get Directions → Ladysmith Guide →
Sleeps 18

Directions

From Durban to Platrand
Take the N 3 to JHN
Take the exit 194 for the R74 towards Colenso/ Bergville
Turn right into the R74
Turn right
Keep left
Turn right
From JHN to Platrand
Take the N 3 to Durban
Take exit 230 for the R616 Bergville
Turn left onto N11/R103
Turn right for 1.5km
Keep left 1.

Full directions →

Features

Malaria-free Area Colonial-style Architecture Valley Setting In Drakensberg Foothills Banquet Hall Eiland Island Venue Colonial Verandahs Lodge Gardens

Activities

Fishing Cycling Hunting Rock Pool Swimming Wildlife Drives Nature Walks/jogging Trails Battlefield/historical Site Tours

Amenities

Wi-Fi DSTV Security Bar Housekeeping Gym Room Service Buffet Breakfast Rock Pool à La Carte Restaurant

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Nearby Destinations

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