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TENUTA SPRING GROVE LODGE, KENTON-ON-SEA
Game Lodge 
Located in Kenton-on-Sea, Eastern Cape, South Africa
 
 
Website:  www.placesforafrica.com/tenuta/
 
 
CONTACT DETAILS:
 
Contact: Susie Mullins
 
Tenuta Spring Grove Lodge
R343 Between Grahamstown
& Kenton-on-Sea
Eastern Cape
 
Please visit the establishment's website (see link above) to obtain telephonic and/or email contact details.
 
 
DESCRIPTION:
 
Located in the heart of Malaria-free Eastern Cape, Tenuta Spring Grove is only 90 minutes from Port Elizabeth Airport. Tenuta Spring Grove is a private coastal game reserve which is reserved as an exclusive unit. It offers a truly personalized, luxurious and interactive experience to the discerning traveler. Guests are afforded the privacy of 2000 hectares of indigenous South African wild. Big 5 game viewing can be arranged at a number of reserves, the closest being a mere 15 min away.

The villa comprises of five luxury double suites, each with a breathtaking view of the environment. All have en-suite facilities and access to the decks. The large lounge has a magnificent view over the water, home theatre system and a fireplace. There is a smaller lounge for more intimate moments. Sumptuous meals are served in the dining room with its unique handmade dining table. Meals are also served in the outside dining area on the deck, overlooking the magnificent valley.

The Tenuta team offer a dedicated tailor-made service, and are on hand to ensure that every need is met. Guests enjoy a one-on-one environmental experience on the property - either on foot, horse-back, vehicle or mountain bike. Close encounters with African wildlife are assured (From the enormous Eland to the tiny blue duiker; the majestic Crowned Eagle to the smallest sunbird). The reserve is situated only 20 minutes from the finest white beaches along the Indian Ocean. Guests can relax on the beach or take part in numerous activities in the area. These include boat cruises, deepsea and river fishing, horse rides along the beach, golfing, as well as skydiving in nearby Grahamstown for the more adventurous.
 
 
FACILITIES AND ATTRACTIONS:
 
  • Families welcome
  • Luxury en-suite rooms
  • Satellite TV
  • Home theatre system
  • Fireplace
  • Safe / locker facility
  • Room service / waiters
  • Dinner served
  • Telephone
  • Computer, internet available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Children games provided
  • Horse riding
  • Mountain biking
  • Nearby fishing, golfing
 
 
ACCREDITATIONS:
 
  • 4 star - TGCSA (Tourism Grading Council of South Africa)
 
 
RATES:
 
Low Season (1 May 2008 to 30 September 2008)

Per person per night sharing: R1200
Single supplement: R250

Children: 0 - 6 no charge
Children: 6 - 10 years pay 50%
Children over the age of 10 pay full adult rate

High Season (1 October 2007 to 30 April 2008)

Per person per night sharing: R1500
Single supplement: R300

Children: 0 - 6 no charge
Children: 6 - 10 years pay 50%
Children over the age of 10 pay full adult rate

FOR EXCLUSIVE USE OF THE LODGE, THE MINIMUM RATE IS R6000 PER NIGHT (4 PAX) AND R1500 PER PERSON THEREAFTER.

Rates are fully inclusive of:

• Luxury accommodation
• All meals daily
• Selected local beverages
• Expert guided tour showcasing the abundance of wildlife and birds in the area
• Complimentary excursion on horseback
• 14% Vat
• Tourism levy

Added value for longer stays:

• Stay 2 nights and get a free BEACH EXCURSION or
• Stay 2 nights and get a free Sunshine Coast and Frontier Country tour
• Stay 3 nights and get a free ADDO experience or
• Stay 3 nights get a free RIVER CRUISE

Our cancellation policy is as follows:

• Four weeks prior to arrival - 50% of full amount
• Two weeks prior to arrival - 75% of full amount
• One week or less - 100% of full amount

Payment

A deposit of 50% of the total accommodation charge is required for direct bookings.
Methods of payment accepted: Cash, Credit Card, Deposit / Internet Transfer

** Rates are provided as a guideline only, and are subject to change without prior notice.
Please confirm when booking.
 
 
DIRECTIONS:
 
Follow signs to N2 Grahamstown. Continue on this road for 120km. On the Right hand side of the road is a sign that directs you onto the R343, to Kenton-on-Sea. Follow this road for 12.6km until you come to a three way stop street in the hamlet of Salem. Turn left and follow the R343 for another 8.6km. On the left hand side of the road is a large sign that says "Assegai Trails". Turn left at this sign. 1.2km along this gravel road, you will come to a fork in the road. Keep to the right hand fork, and continue for 3.8km. On the left hand side is a large double gate with the sign "Tenuta Spring Grove". Turn left into the reserve and follow signs to the lodge.
 
 
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