Zuurberg Mountain Village
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The Zuurberg Mountain Village is a haven of historical delight set high up on the Zuurberg Mountains. It is a tranquil and truly unique mountain-top retreat set in 160 hectares of indigenous vegetation with breathtaking views overlooking the Addo Elephant National Park. This recently renovated historical hotel is a mere 1 hour’s drive from Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) and offers guests an elegant lifestyle and ambience of a bygone era.
Zuurberg Mountain Village is comprised of 4 spacious family Manor Rooms and 26 Village Rooms.
The family Manor Rooms can accommodate 2 adults in an en-suite twin or double room and 2 small children on a sleeper couch in the interleading living room. In addition to the full en-suite bathroom, these rooms also feature their own private patio with views of the Zuurberg mountain range and are conveniently located near the lounge, dining areas and swimming pool. The Manor Rooms will encourage you to break free from your busy routine and soak up the beautiful surroundings.
The Village Rooms, each with their own private patio, are arranged so that one can enjoy both the spectacular mountains and valley views. Each room can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child in a cot or on an additional single bed on request. The Village Rooms feature black wood floors, climate control, under-floor heating in the bathroom, a freestanding bath and an indoor and outdoor hot and cold shower.
Come to Zuurberg Mountain Village for a few days and experience a tradition of excellent hospitality. The greater Addo National Park surrounds the hotel where a range of spectacular horse-riding and hiking trails can be experienced from beginners to the more advanced. Mountain zebra, eland, kudu, bushbuck, duiker, red hartebeest and other endemic game of the area can be encountered as well as prolific birdlife that includes the Forest Weaver and Knysna Loerie to name a few. Rhino can be viewed at Darlington Dam after a rugged 4x4 trail. From indigenous riverine forests to mountain fynbos the Greater Addo Park, including the Zuurberg Mountains, protects some of the last remaining vegetation of the region.
In Room Facilities:Bath/shower, Direct Dial Telephones, Radio/Alarm Clocks, Tea/Coffee making Facilities, Air Conditioners, Hairdryers, Iron & Ironing Boards, Bathroom Amenities.
Area Information:Game Viewing
For a relaxed, guided tour in an open game vehicle, take an early morning or afternoon Game Drive. With experienced and FGASA-registered guides and drivers. Please see the various options for your convenience.
Horse Riding
Zuurberg Mountain Village is situated in the Zuurberg Mountain range and is surrounded by the Greater Addo National Park. The entrance to the park offices are situated 500 m from the hotel, and this is where the horse- and hiking trails commence and end.
* From Zuurberg
09h00/11h00/15h00
1 Hr beginner rider
3 Hr medium rider
5 Hr experienced rider
* From Addo Park
Morning
Along the outskirts of the park (amateur)
Afternoon
In the park (experienced)
HIKING TRAILS
In the Addo Park, there are two options available :
One hour circular hike;
Four hour circular hike
For those who love nature and hiking, both of these hikes offer a breath-taking view over the Zuurberg mountains, game and birds in the wild, and a spectacular view of a mountain waterfall and river can be experienced.
Zuurberg Mountain Village also offers three hiking trails,
Porcupine – 1 hr
Echo Valley - 2 hr
Lookout - 3 hr
These hikes show off the splendour and natural beauty of the Zuurberg Mountain in both fauna and flora.
A guide is available on request.
Property Facilities:The Lounge, a gracious and high-ceilinged room dominated by an immense stone fireplace with classic indigenous wooden furniture typical of the period. Aperitifs can be enjoyed around a log fire on cool winter evenings.
The Cycad, the hotel's main dining area is enhanced by several features - the counter hand-crafted by the 1820 Settlers, fireplaces & French doors leading to the pool where alfresco dining may be enjoyed on balmy summer nights.
Woodifields Bar, named after the engineer of the Zuurberg Pass, is one of the few remaining genuine English pubs in the country, where refreshments can be enjoyed in a relaxing atmosphere.
Hotel Leisure Facilities include a swimming pool, tennis courts, kiddies playground area, pool table, game drives, hiking trails, bird watching and horse trails.
Meals - Guests can be expected to enjoy a leisurely country breakfast and during the day the Terrace menu is available for light snacks. Zuurberg Mountain Village offers a Classic 5 course Carvery or Table d'hôte. The Zuurberg Mountain Villages Traditional Sunday Carvery is legendary. Guests still travel from afar to celebrate this gourmet experience.
Attractions:Horse riding: trails are offered in the Zuurberg section of the Addo Park only 500 meters from the Hotel. Enjoy a 1 hour, 3 hour or 5 hour trail; both beginners and experienced riders are both welcome.
The Wilderness: Trail is a full day 4x4 trail through the remote areas of the Addo Park. This trail offers spectacular "untouched" scenery as you go through 5 biomes. A must for someone that enjoys awesome views and has a keen sense for 4x4 adventures.
Amakhala Game Reserve: is located 90 minutes from the Hotel. Day visitors are offered a big-five game experience. The program is an afternoon/evening program including a game drive through the reserve, a river cruise on the bushman's river with cheese and wine and a 3 course Boma dinner.
Schotia Safaris: is approximately 1 hour from the Hotel and offers a great experience, which includes 2 game drives in open game viewers on the reserve and a tasty Boma dinner. If lion sightings are on the top of your list, then Schotia Safaris is a must.
Zuurberg’s Guided walking trails: are done by qualified guides and usually last for two hours followed by refreshments. During the walk you are likely to see an assortment of antelope, zebra and wildebeests.
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| Property Type | Bed and Breakfast, Boutique Hotel, Hotel |
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| Check-in after | 02:00 PM |
| Check-out before | 11:00 AM |
| Cancellation Policy | Moderate |
| Can Be Used For | Wedding |
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Member since: 16 Jan. 2007
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So many things to do! Visited the Elephant Park and saw hundreds of elephants! The privacy and peacefulness was wonderful. My fisherman husband didn't miss his fishing rod at all! The hot tub was a bit hot with all of us.
The quad biking and river safari.
Addo elephants are an experience not to be missed.
I loved the safe roads and the animals, especially the elephants.I also liked the nice shop to buy memorabilia.I also stayed close by at Avoca and this was five star treatment.I loved the tranquility and good host Riaan.
What an amazing haven to unwind and relax. Everything is Eco friendly and the staff are living examples of this. All the food was organic and delicious. The rooms are clean and comfy, The natural pool was beautiful and the location is close to the Addo Elephant National Park. We would definitely come back! Thank you for our amazing stay🙏
Beautiful scenery and very peaceful.
The animals are not scared of the vehicles travelling near them. We experienced some real magic moments in Addo.