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Hopewell lodge

Kenton on Sea Eastern Cape - South Africa

Email Hopewell lodge Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com

Welcome to Hopewell... Hopewell Lodge is an exclusive luxury hideaway on a private African game reserve in South Africa's beautiful Eastern Cape. The luxurious lodge nestled in the hillside hosts up to 6 guests and overlooks the wildlife reserve, a reclaimed Eden in a once remote wilderness. Hopewell is situated 40 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth airport, in malaria free coastal valley bushveld. It is the ideal destination for those seeking privacy, exclusivity, both tranquility and adventure. Hopewell only hosts small groups to ensure that your experience exceeds your expectation of an unforgettable stay.

Guests enjoy the exclusivity of the 8000-acre authentic African- bush nature reserve. The secluded, spacious lodge, overlooking a panoramic landscape is open aired and light, with thatch insulating against the African summer heat. Fire places strategically positioned throughout the lodge warms against the winter chill.

The interior designed living area is comfortably furnished in a classic safari style combined with a contemporary feel. The stylish lounge and dining room leads to a wooden deck with spectacular views of a water hole and lush valleys in the distance.
Upstairs hosts an intimate recreation area and our three elegant bedrooms are all equipped with en-suite bathrooms with views of the bush.

A separate secluded plunge pool overlooks the unspoiled indigenous forest.
Hopewell Private Game reserve is home to an abundance of flora and fauna including a small heard of elephant, rhino, hippo, giraffe, zebra, cheetah, a variety of antelope and other indigenous wild species consistent with a balanced eco-system. A visit to Hopewell will leave you relaxed, rejuvenated and ready to book your return visit.

Hopewell Lodge Accommodation

A relaxing, comfortably furnished interior, designed in a classic safari style combined with a contemporary feel, includes the lounge, a dining room, upstairs recreation area, wooden deck and two elegant bedrooms. A separate, secluded plunge pool is found close to the rooms and lodge.

A third more exclusive chalet is situated a short walk from the main lodge and provides a more secluded and private environment. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms and overlook a panoramic landscape.

Lodge Suites:
These two end suite rooms are situated in the main lodge building and are therefore ideal for couples or families not wanting to be separated.
The well appointed rooms have fans and air conditioning for the summer heat and under floor heating, heated room and towel rails for cooler temperatures all this combined with the highest quality amenities and fittings will ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Nguni Private Suite:
90 square metres in size and situated a short walk from the main lodge, this is the ideal accommodation for those seeking absolute privacy and exclusivity.
Laid out in a open plan format with concertina sliding doors to let the sights, smells and sounds of the surrounding bush in, this suite includes lounge, bed and bathroom areas with separate dressing room and wc
Your comfort is ensured with a double sided fire place, heated towel rails, under floor heating, air conditioning and the highest quality fittings and amenities.
A fully stocked mini bar and selection of teas and coffee are provided for your convenience , enjoy beautiful views of the property from the large furnished deck in front of the suite or relax at a secluded viewing deck overlooking a waterhole.This is truly the perfect honeymoon destination.

Pool Area:
Tucked away, along a winding path from the main lodge and surrounded by tranquil indigenous bush, lies a rim flow plunge pool overlooking the plane, unspoiled forest and waterhole, this fully serviced area has a stocked mini bar and all the comforts you require to relax and unwind.

Cuisine:
Lunches are served on the main deck and every effort is made to incorporate local flavours, textures and colours into the dishes, select a bottle of fine South African wine from our cellar or choose a beverage of your choice from the fully stocked bar area.
No two meals at Hopewell are the same and dinner will be no exception, our chef prepares a variety of dishes never wandering far from true South African style and taste, ranging from a sizzling barbeque to a five course meal.
Venues range from the traditional boma dinner under the stars , fine dinning in our dinning room or weather permitting , a four course bush dinner under a majestic lantern lit septee tree on the reserve , a once in a lifetime experience.

For those seeking a more private and romantic dining arrangements, let our staff set a table for two at a location of your choice.
Our in -house chef will ensure that every meal you experience at Hopewell will be a memorable one.
The secret to our culinary success lies in the fact that only the best, freshest and most wholesome ingredients go into the preparation of our dishes.

Either before or after a morning game drive, traditional full English and continental breakfasts are served on the main deck, this will be the perfect start to the day.

Activities:
Hopewell lies at the eastern end of the famous Garden Route, providing an ideal home base from which to explore the Eastern Cape.
Activities available on the reserve range from game drives and nature walks, mountain biking and archery, bird watching from three hides situated around the property, sundowners in a tree house or simply relax by the pool or at the lodge where friendly staff are ready to attend to your every need.
In the surrounding areas you will find an abundance of activities to enrich your stay these include the Indian ocean resorts and magnificent beaches of Kenton-on-Sea and Port Alfred.

The Hopewell Story:
In the year 2000, Hopewell was a ranch supporting 500 head of cattle and flocks of sheep. Yet it had not been extensively damaged by agricultural practices and from the very first inspection by the owners its potential as an ideal game reserve was evident due to its position in a ´conservation belt´.
The estate was purchased in 2001 by Chris and Sharon Oliver, in partnership with Bruce and Cate Little and their families, they became the new eco-pioneers on the land.The initial challenge was to remove all forms of conventional agriculture which included, internal fences, Cattle handling facilities and all unnecessary structures.
Simultaneously thirty kilometres of game fencing was erected around the entire perimeter of the property. A feasibility study was undertaken to identify and source suitable indigenous animals that would restore balance and diversity to the eco-system.
Species that have been re-introduced since 2002 include elephant, rhino, hippo, cheetah, giraffe, eland, waterbuck, burchells zebra, kudu, bontebok, hartebeest and mountain reedbuck. Birdlife is thriving with several resident species, like the majestic crowned eagle, returning to breed after years of absence from the property. Small predators include the graceful Caracal (African lynx), nocturnal Serval cat, Honey badgers, and Black backed jackals.
Hopewell has brought the spirit of the wild back, restoring farmland to wilderness for the benefit of the natural environment, the wildlife and local community. Today the indigenous plants and animals flourish, bringing a restored sense of peace.
The Hopewell Story is one of dedication, to the restoration and conservation of the environment , a commitment to the local community, and a vision for the future for the greater good of all. The result is a private environment filled with an astonishing array of birds, where the antelope graze and the black-and-white blur of zebras mingle in the bush. It is a peaceful hide-away to enjoy in privacy.
A place to refocus vision, re tune hearing and revitalise the soul.

Directions:
From Port Elizabeth Airport (70 km)
· Leave the airport and turn left at the traffic circle
· Continue over the railway line to Heugh Rd and turn right at the traffic lights.
· Continue straight until you get to the last set of traffic lights at the bottom of the hill. This is a T-junction.
· Turn left and follow the N2 towards Grahamstown for about 53 km
· Turn onto the R72 signposted to Port Alfred.
· Continue for 17 km and turn right at the Hopewell sign
By air:
From Johannesburg and Cape town International Airports, daily connections fly to Port Elizabeth regional airport. Transfers to and from the lodge can be arranged.
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Email Hopewell lodge Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com