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Semane Lodge

Semane Lodge

Self Catering in Tsitsikamma, TsitsikammaEastern Cape

Semane Lodge

Self Catering in Tsitsikamma, TsitsikammaEastern Cape
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Capacity 32
Children All ages
Rooms 4
Check in 11:00 to 22:00

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Check out 10:00
Semane Lodge is situated in the Eastern Cape in Mbewu Fields, on the edge of the Baviaanskloof, on the banks of the Kouga River. Mbewu Fields is located within the gigantic Baviaanskloof Mega Reserve, a spectacular world heritage site. Known for its biodiversity, it abounds with indigenous fauna and flora.

A variety of self-catering accommodation is offered. The luxury Semane Lodge Main House can accommodate 2 up to 15 guests at a time. The cosy cottages are ideal for 2 to 4 persons. The longhouse with communal facilities accommodates up to 10 people in 5 separate bedrooms, 1 or 2 guests per room. Appliances and equipment such as a stove or gas cooker, fridge, microwave oven, kettle, toaster, cutlery, crockery and braai facilities are available and bed linen is included.

The area teems with birdlife, fish in the Kouga River and fynbos covering the hillsides. Kudu, klipspringers, baboons and leopards are regularly spotted. The Kouga River meanders through Mbewu Fields, providing a peaceful, calming atmosphere as the water flows over the white river stones. It has natural pools for swimming, kayaking, tubing and fishing for bass and catfish.

Please note that the accommodation is reached by means of a gravel road and guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road before booking.

The area offers opportunities for hiking, rock and mountain climbing, and 4x4 trails. Due to its unspoiled surroundings, one can contemplate the stupendous Milky Way as it straddles the night sky.
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Semane Lodge is situated in the Eastern Cape in Mbewu Fields, on the edge of the Baviaanskloof, on the banks of the Kouga River. Mbewu Fields is located within the gigantic Baviaanskloof Mega Reserve, a spectacular world heritage site. Known for its biodiversity, it abounds with indigenous fauna and flora.

A variety of self-catering accommodation is offered. The luxury Semane Lodge Main House can accommodate 2 up to 15 guests at a time. The cosy cottages are ideal for 2 to 4 persons. The longhouse with communal facilities accommodates up to 10 people in 5 separate bedrooms, 1 or 2 guests per room. Appliances and equipment such as a stove or gas cooker, fridge, microwave oven, kettle, toaster, cutlery, crockery and braai facilities are available and bed linen is included.

The area teems with birdlife, fish in the Kouga River and fynbos covering the hillsides. Kudu, klipspringers, baboons and leopards are regularly spotted. The Kouga River meanders through Mbewu Fields, providing a peaceful, calming atmosphere as the water flows over the white river stones. It has natural pools for swimming, kayaking, tubing and fishing for bass and catfish.

Please note that the accommodation is reached by means of a gravel road and guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road before booking.

The area offers opportunities for hiking, rock and mountain climbing, and 4x4 trails. Due to its unspoiled surroundings, one can contemplate the stupendous Milky Way as it straddles the night sky.
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Features

Braai Area
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Reviews (37)

37 guests' feedback
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.2
Value for money
8.4
Service
8.2
Safety
8.6
Nico F
Large group
10
"Absolutely unbelievable! "

We were a big group that stayed in the main house. We were made to feel welcome from the first moments by unbelievably friendly and helpful staff - they deserve a special thank you. The house was clean, neat, the fridge was turned on with ice in the freezer. The house is equipped excellently for a big group of people with two en suite-bedrooms on the ground floor which made it easy for the older people that don't like climbing stairs. The second evening was cold and the fireplace in the living room did an excellent job, we were all warm. Semane Lodge's greatest attraction is the location - this is definitely the cherry on the cake! Quiet and as close to nature as you possibly can. We thoroughly enjoyed the Kouga River, pulled out some beautiful fish - and threw them back in again - because we will definitely come again. We had fun playing on our kayaks, and although the waterfall was low due to the drought, there is plenty of water to paddle up and down - with a few places to climb and pull the kayaks through the shallow water. We took our own kayaks. Communication was fast and easy from the start - please use their early check-in (11:00 am) as you should spend as much time as possible on the nice walk-in porch. When we arrived, the tables and chairs were already unpacked! Excellent service! Remember to take everything with you, it is quite a distance to town - the dirt road was in good condition, my mother drove her car without any problems. We have taken our own braai wood, but there is wood for sale if you do not have space. We moved the mobile braai under the tree and had a great time. We took our own camping chairs to use on the grass, but there was plenty of seating on the porch for those who didn't want to bother. The only negative comment I would like to mention is that the second floor's wooden floor cracks when you walk on it and it may disturb other people in the silence of the night. Undoubtedly, I recommend Semane Lodge to anyone who needs a break from the city and its noise and want to spend time with your loved ones, swimming, fishing, kayaking and hiking - not to mention stargazing when the sun goes down. Thank you so much for a wonderful holiday!
Oct 2019
Maritza C
Large group
7.6
"Beautiful setting, but ill-equipped for such remote, self-catering accommodation."

We stayed at Semane Lodge for 5 nights in Stone Cottage and Khayelide. We give Semane Lodge two stars. The first star is for the beautiful setting. Surrounded by rolling green hills and a short distance from rock pools with stunning white sandy shores, the natural beauty of this setting is just what a weary city dweller needs to completely unwind. Waking up to the spectacular view of the surrounding mountains every morning is sustenance for the soul. The website does not do the setting justice. The second star is for the staff – Stephen, Charles and Hope – who are super friendly and helpful. These three will go far beyond duty to make your stay as comfortable as possible. In spite of the beautiful setting and the wonderful staff, Semane Lodge has some significant drawbacks. Getting to Semane will require you to navigate a rather crude 15 km gravel road which is fine for SUV's or 4X4's but to be avoided if you drive a sedan (as my cracked radiator can attest to) – no mention of this or warning on the website. Semane Lodge is mournfully under-equipped for such remote self-catering accommodation: braai facilities, but no braai equipment (good grief, this is South Africa after all!), microwave, but no microwave bowls, no plug for the bathroom sink, no mirrors, no towels, no cleaning things (probably to force visitors to use the cleaning services offered by Semane – at extra cost, of course). I suspect prison cells are better equipped. My mother-in-law cut herself twice on the chipped crockery. However, it will cost you R50 if you should break one of these treasures (about 5 times more than these items are worth). And if you should break one of the large bowls or water jugs, it will cost you R100 (luckily these items were in no danger of being broken as they were nowhere to be found). Khayelide is not appropriate for a family holiday – the rooms are just big enough to fit a double bed/two single beds and a side table in. The lack of cupboards was a real problem considering that we had luggage for five days. In addition, Khayelide seems half-finished – the walkway in front of the rooms and the veranda off the kitchen and bathroom has no shading – a serious problem in an area with temperatures in the high 30's. If you do not have access to a shaded veranda like we had with Stone Cottage, you will be trapped in your room for most of the day. In summary, if you are looking for a get-away-from-it-all accommodation, Semane Lodge’s setting is perfect but be prepared to bring everything and the kitchen sink.
Jan 2017
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Semane Lodge, Onderkouga, Joubertina, 6410, Eastern Cape
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Rooms

 1 Available

Klapperbos

  • Sleeps 10 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Double Bed
From
R800
per night, for 2 ppl
 1 Available

Sheena Cottage

  • Sleeps 4 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Double Bed
From
R1 000
per night, for 2 ppl
 1 Available
 1 Available

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More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Features
Braai Area
Facilities
  • Braai Area
  • Kitchen Facilities
  • No Smoking Indoors
  • Malaria Free
  • Pets by Arrangement
  • Self Catering
  • Conferencing Facilities
Activities Onsite
  • Fishing
  • Bass Fishing
  • Bird Watching
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming
Activities Nearby
  • Horse Riding
  • Fly Fishing
  • Bass Fishing
  • Bird Watching
  • Wine Tasting
  • Mountain Biking
Parking Facilities
  • Secure Parking
Payments Accepted Onsite
  • Cash
  • Electronic Bank Transfer
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Extra Fees

In addition to the rates in the table above, this property also charges a once-off R400 cleaning fee per booking.

Check-in/check-out details
Check-in: 11:00 to 22:00
Check-out: 10:00
House rules
Wood available for purchase on arrival.
This facility can accommodate a total of 28 persons, including children.
A breakage and inventory deposit of 30 % of the total booking amount, up to R 1500 maximum, will be levied on every booking made is is refundable within 21 days after departure.
There is a 13.3 km dirt road to travel on to get to Semane Lodge.
Please note an extra R50 per pet per night is requested if guests bring along a pet.
 1 Available

Klapperbos

  • Sleeps 10 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Double Bed
From
R800
per night, for 2 ppl
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Description

This cabana style unit is ideal for a party of 10 nature lovers; or a single person or couple. Each unit has 2-bedrooms, all the rooms come with good quality cotton linen and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, basin and toilet. There is a kitchen and large, airy lounge shared by the 5 units. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering with a kettle, microwave, fridge and stove and crockery and cutlery and opens out to a verandah with beautiful views of garden, river and mountain. Guests have full access to the river 100 m from Klapperbossie as well as a deck draped in grape vines overlooking the garden, river and mountain. Braai area on the lawn beside the deck.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 10 Number of rooms: 5 Number of bathrooms: 5
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x Double Bed
Bedroom 2 Sleeps 2
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bedroom 3 Sleeps 2
1 x Double Bed
Bedroom 4 Sleeps 2
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bedroom 5 Sleeps 2
1 x Double Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 2 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 3 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 4 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 5 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Shower
Room Facilities
  • Kitchenette
  • Lounge area
  • Safe
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Stove
House Rules

Wood available for purchase on arrival.
This facility can accommodate a total of 28 persons, including children.
A breakage and inventory deposit of 30 % of the total booking amount, up to R 1500 maximum, will be levied on every booking made is is refundable within 21 days after departure.
There is a 13.3 km dirt road to travel on to get to Semane Lodge.
Please note an extra R50 per pet per night is requested if guests bring along a pet.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

This cabana style unit is ideal for a party of 10 nature lovers; or a single person or couple. Each unit has 2-bedrooms, all the rooms come with good quality cotton linen and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, basin and toilet. There is a kitchen and large, airy lounge shared by the 5 units. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering with a kettle, microwave, fridge and stove and crockery and cutlery and opens out to a verandah with beautiful views of garden, river and mountain. Guests have full access to the river 100 m from Klapperbossie as well as a deck draped in grape vines overlooking the garden, river and mountain. Braai area on the lawn beside the deck.

 1 Available

Sheena Cottage

  • Sleeps 4 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Double Bed
From
R1 000
per night, for 2 ppl
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Description

A new cottage with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a cosy fireplace and a kitchen and dining area that opens into a sheltered wooden deck overlooking the breathtaking mountains and the splendid flora and fauna surrounding the cottage. There is a river stone braai unit situated in the private garden at the front of the cottage.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 4 Number of rooms: 2 Number of bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x Double Bed
Bedroom 2 Sleeps 2
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 2
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Separate toilet
  • Shower
Room Facilities
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchenette
  • Lounge area
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Iron
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stove
Extras
  • Tea and coffee tray
House Rules

Wood available for purchase on arrival.
This facility can accommodate a total of 28 persons, including children.
A breakage and inventory deposit of 30 % of the total booking amount, up to R 1500 maximum, will be levied on every booking made is is refundable within 21 days after departure.
There is a 13.3 km dirt road to travel on to get to Semane Lodge.
Please note an extra R50 per pet per night is requested if guests bring along a pet.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

A new cottage with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a cosy fireplace and a kitchen and dining area that opens into a sheltered wooden deck overlooking the breathtaking mountains and the splendid flora and fauna surrounding the cottage. There is a river stone braai unit situated in the private garden at the front of the cottage.

 1 Available

Nikhil Cottage

  • Sleeps 4 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Double Bed
From
R1 100
per night, for 2 ppl
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Description

A cosy country cottage with 2 bedrooms each with en suite bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen with a dining and seating area that opens into a wooden balcony with magnificent views of Mbewu Fields and the surrounding mountains where you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere by the river.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 4 Number of rooms: 2 Number of bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x Double Bed
Bedroom 2 Sleeps 2
1 x Double Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 2 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Bathroom
  • Separate toilet
  • Shower
Room Facilities
  • Dining area
  • Kitchenette
  • Lounge area
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Iron
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stove
Extras
  • Tea and coffee tray
House Rules

Wood available for purchase on arrival.
This facility can accommodate a total of 28 persons, including children.
A breakage and inventory deposit of 30 % of the total booking amount, up to R 1500 maximum, will be levied on every booking made is is refundable within 21 days after departure.
There is a 13.3 km dirt road to travel on to get to Semane Lodge.
Please note an extra R50 per pet per night is requested if guests bring along a pet.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

A cosy country cottage with 2 bedrooms each with en suite bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen with a dining and seating area that opens into a wooden balcony with magnificent views of Mbewu Fields and the surrounding mountains where you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere by the river.

 1 Available

Main House

  • Sleeps 16 people
  • Max 14 adults
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Queen-size bed
From
R1 100
per night, for 2 ppl
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Description

A large double-story lodge with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with toilets, a large open fireplace, a fully equipped, open-plan kitchen area with an electric and a wood stove, a dining area and a seating area that open into a large veranda with spectacular views of the river and the surrounding mountains.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 14 Number of rooms: 5 Number of bathrooms: 4
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 3
1 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
1 x Queen Bed
Bedroom 2 Sleeps 3
1 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
1 x Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 Sleeps 4
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
1 x Double Bed
Bedroom 4 Sleeps 5
3 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
1 x Double Bed
Area 1 Sleeps 2
2 x Child-Only Bed for 1
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Bath, Toilet
Bathroom 2 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 3
Shower fixed over bath, Bath, Toilet
Bathroom 4
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Bathroom
  • Bath
  • En suite
  • Separate toilet
  • Shower
Room Facilities
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchenette
  • Lounge area
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Iron
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stove
Extras
  • Tea and coffee tray
House Rules

Wood available for purchase on arrival.
This facility can accommodate a total of 28 persons, including children.
A breakage and inventory deposit of 30 % of the total booking amount, up to R 1500 maximum, will be levied on every booking made is is refundable within 21 days after departure.
There is a 13.3 km dirt road to travel on to get to Semane Lodge.
Please note an extra R50 per pet per night is requested if guests bring along a pet.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

A large double-story lodge with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with toilets, a large open fireplace, a fully equipped, open-plan kitchen area with an electric and a wood stove, a dining area and a seating area that open into a large veranda with spectacular views of the river and the surrounding mountains.

Semane Lodge is situated in the Eastern Cape in Mbewu Fields, on the edge of the Baviaanskloof, on the banks of the Kouga River. Mbewu Fields is located within the gigantic Baviaanskloof Mega Reserve, a spectacular world heritage site. Known for its biodiversity, it abounds with indigenous fauna and flora.

A variety of self-catering accommodation is offered. The luxury Semane Lodge Main House can accommodate 2 up to 15 guests at a time. The cosy cottages are ideal for 2 to 4 persons. The longhouse with communal facilities accommodates up to 10 people in 5 separate bedrooms, 1 or 2 guests per room. Appliances and equipment such as a stove or gas cooker, fridge, microwave oven, kettle, toaster, cutlery, crockery and braai facilities are available and bed linen is included.

The area teems with birdlife, fish in the Kouga River and fynbos covering the hillsides. Kudu, klipspringers, baboons and leopards are regularly spotted. The Kouga River meanders through Mbewu Fields, providing a peaceful, calming atmosphere as the water flows over the white river stones. It has natural pools for swimming, kayaking, tubing and fishing for bass and catfish.

Please note that the accommodation is reached by means of a gravel road and guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road before booking.

The area offers opportunities for hiking, rock and mountain climbing, and 4x4 trails. Due to its unspoiled surroundings, one can contemplate the stupendous Milky Way as it straddles the night sky.
This place is highly rated!
This place is highly rated!
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