The Village Lodge’s spacious and beautiful gardens offer a peaceful and tranquil place to relax in and enjoy the surrounding majestic mountain views.
The Village Lodge started life in the late 1800s as a Hunting Lodge (known as Die Jaghuis – the Hunting lodge) for the gentry, who arrived on horseback from Cape Town or Port Elizabeth for the purposes of hunting wild pig, antelope and leopard in the nearby Tsitsikamma Forest. The design of The Village Lodge buildings blends in with the forest atmosphere, with a strong reliance on timber from the local area. The original cottage is part of today’s complex and is presently used as Managers’ accommodation. The Old Cape Road, used in olden days by horses and Cape Carts, ran from Cape Town through the Tsitsikamma Forest to Port Elizabeth – and is still the main road through Storms River Village.
Spacious and beautiful gardens offer a peaceful and tranquil place to relax in and enjoy the surrounding majestic mountain views.
The Village Lodge Rates
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The Village Lodge Accommodation
The Village Lodge Guest House has accommodation to suit everyone, double rooms, family rooms for up to four persons and also a delightful open-plan self-catering unit for five. All rooms are en suite with shower toilet and basin, all have DSTV select and tea/coffee facilities.
OtterTrail hiking groups are accommodated in family rooms with a maximum of 4 persons per room. A special rate is available for such groups (minimum 4, maximum 12) subject to availability at the time of booking.
All rates (excluding self catering unit) include a delicious breakfast.
For guests who wish to self-cater their evening meal, our large covered lapa with excellent braai (barbeque) facilities and full outdoor kitchen is available. Secure parking is available in spacious and beautiful gardens. The Village Lodge is also within a short walking distance to several good restaurants.
Honey Badger
Honey Badger
Situated on the north side of the main lodge, Honey Badger is an en suite double room with one queen size bed plus coffee and tea facilities. Its outside entrance opens onto the garden. Includes select satellite TV.
Sunbird
Sunbird
‘Sunbird’ is situated in The Village Lodge and is a double room with one queen size bed (for sharing) and coffee and tea facilities, as well as an en suite bathroom (shower). The outside entrance opens onto the garden. Includes select satellite TV.
Loerie
Loerie
‘Loerie’ is a large family room and has a double bed, an additional single bed plus a large sleeper couch. En suite to its own bathroom (shower), the room opens onto the main verandah overlooking the front garden. Includes select satellite TV plus tea/coffee facilities. Suitable for a family of up to four persons.
Tsitsikamma
Tsitsikamma
Tsitsikamma (named after the local indigenous forest) is an open-plan self catering unit for up to five persons. Children under the age of 6 are welcome in this Unit. Situated on the first floor of The Village Lodge with its own entrance into the garden, the unit has three single beds and a double bunk set. The kitchenette is equipped for self catering and there is also a dining area and en suite bathroom (shower). Views are delightful from the verandah and the unit is also air conditioned. Includes select satellite TV.
Dolphin
Dolphin
‘Dolphin’ is a family room with twin beds and a double sleeper couch, with it’s own en suite bathroom (shower), tea/coffee facilities, DSTV select. Situated on the ground floor of The Village Lodge, the room opens into the front garden. Ideal for three adults – or 2 adults and 2 children.
Otter
Otter
Otter is a spacious family room with two single beds and a double bunk set, suitable for a family of up to four persons. Equipped with two en suite bathrooms (showers), DSTV select, lounge area, tea/coffee facilities and external door into the garden.
Facilities
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Lodge Facilities
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The Village Lodge Activities
On the doorstep – for the active:
- Abseiling.
- Blackwater tubing (wild river adventure of rapids, rock jumps and long paddle pools).
- Hiking, mountain biking or guided forest walks. If you’ve got nerve and stamina – the action is on tap!
- Segway guided forest tours (riding on a two wheeled electric wonder).
- Tree top canopy tours (gliding in a harness in the canopy of giant yellowwood trees in the forest).
A hop, skip and jump away:
- A day safari to see the African Big Stuff at a nearby game reserve.
- Bungy jumping from the Bloukranz Bridge (an adrenalin rush off the highest bridge bungy jump in the world – screaming is permitted!).
- Zip-lining (harness up and launch yourself into a zigzag over the River, down a ravine and over waterfalls on a fast, 21st century Foofie Slide.
Storms River Mouth:
- Boat trips up the Gorge or kayak & kloof or Scuba & Snorkel.
- If you are a hiking fanatic – the Otter Trail (must be pre-booked).
- Short hike to the Suspension Bridge over the Gorge then fish & chips overlooking the waves crashing on the rocks below.
- Various day hikes are available in the region.
- Walk the first 4 kms of the Otter Trail and back.
Alternatively, if you are looking for a few days of rest and relaxation, soaking up the peace and tranquility, with a good book, or – relaxed activities in the forest such as – woodcutters journey in comfort; birding tours with a guide; or a stroll through the forest at your own pace – the Lodge offers it all.
The Village Lodge Gallery
The Village Lodge Reviews
“Absolutely brilliant, Sophie, Debbie and Diesel were most welcoming, accommodation clean, breakfast kept us going most of the day and nothing was too much trouble for them to cook. Surroundings very tidy, perfect place to stay. Wish we could return again and stay longer. Bliss pure bliss.” –Janice F
“We had the Village Lodge as our base before and after doing the Otter Trail. Hosts Sophie and Debbie are exceptional! We had everything we needed, had fabulous breakfasts, and a comfortable room. It was more than service, it was like we were family. Diesel the black Labrador retriever was a delight as well.” –TravelL0ver007
“Excellent value for money. Friendly hosts and good atmosphere. Excellence breakfast with personal care. Located well in the village and secured parking for vehicles. Good looking gardens makes it idyllic to visit” –leondtza
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- Rates
The Village Lodge Rates
Enquire today for the latest rates!
- Accommodation
The Village Lodge Accommodation
The Village Lodge Guest House has accommodation to suit everyone, double rooms, family rooms for up to four persons and also a delightful open-plan self-catering unit for five. All rooms are en suite with shower toilet and basin, all have DSTV select and tea/coffee facilities.
OtterTrail hiking groups are accommodated in family rooms with a maximum of 4 persons per room. A special rate is available for such groups (minimum 4, maximum 12) subject to availability at the time of booking.
All rates (excluding self catering unit) include a delicious breakfast.
For guests who wish to self-cater their evening meal, our large covered lapa with excellent braai (barbeque) facilities and full outdoor kitchen is available. Secure parking is available in spacious and beautiful gardens. The Village Lodge is also within a short walking distance to several good restaurants.
Honey Badger
Honey Badger
Situated on the north side of the main lodge, Honey Badger is an en suite double room with one queen size bed plus coffee and tea facilities. Its outside entrance opens onto the garden. Includes select satellite TV.
Sunbird
Sunbird
‘Sunbird’ is situated in The Village Lodge and is a double room with one queen size bed (for sharing) and coffee and tea facilities, as well as an en suite bathroom (shower). The outside entrance opens onto the garden. Includes select satellite TV.
Loerie
Loerie
‘Loerie’ is a large family room and has a double bed, an additional single bed plus a large sleeper couch. En suite to its own bathroom (shower), the room opens onto the main verandah overlooking the front garden. Includes select satellite TV plus tea/coffee facilities. Suitable for a family of up to four persons.
Tsitsikamma
Tsitsikamma
Tsitsikamma (named after the local indigenous forest) is an open-plan self catering unit for up to five persons. Children under the age of 6 are welcome in this Unit. Situated on the first floor of The Village Lodge with its own entrance into the garden, the unit has three single beds and a double bunk set. The kitchenette is equipped for self catering and there is also a dining area and en suite bathroom (shower). Views are delightful from the verandah and the unit is also air conditioned. Includes select satellite TV.
Dolphin
Dolphin
‘Dolphin’ is a family room with twin beds and a double sleeper couch, with it’s own en suite bathroom (shower), tea/coffee facilities, DSTV select. Situated on the ground floor of The Village Lodge, the room opens into the front garden. Ideal for three adults – or 2 adults and 2 children.
Otter
Otter
Otter is a spacious family room with two single beds and a double bunk set, suitable for a family of up to four persons. Equipped with two en suite bathrooms (showers), DSTV select, lounge area, tea/coffee facilities and external door into the garden.
Facilities
Hover on an icon for a description
Lodge Facilities
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The Village Lodge Activities
On the doorstep – for the active:
- Abseiling.
- Blackwater tubing (wild river adventure of rapids, rock jumps and long paddle pools).
- Hiking, mountain biking or guided forest walks. If you’ve got nerve and stamina – the action is on tap!
- Segway guided forest tours (riding on a two wheeled electric wonder).
- Tree top canopy tours (gliding in a harness in the canopy of giant yellowwood trees in the forest).
A hop, skip and jump away:
- A day safari to see the African Big Stuff at a nearby game reserve.
- Bungy jumping from the Bloukranz Bridge (an adrenalin rush off the highest bridge bungy jump in the world – screaming is permitted!).
- Zip-lining (harness up and launch yourself into a zigzag over the River, down a ravine and over waterfalls on a fast, 21st century Foofie Slide.
Storms River Mouth:
- Boat trips up the Gorge or kayak & kloof or Scuba & Snorkel.
- If you are a hiking fanatic – the Otter Trail (must be pre-booked).
- Short hike to the Suspension Bridge over the Gorge then fish & chips overlooking the waves crashing on the rocks below.
- Various day hikes are available in the region.
- Walk the first 4 kms of the Otter Trail and back.
Alternatively, if you are looking for a few days of rest and relaxation, soaking up the peace and tranquility, with a good book, or – relaxed activities in the forest such as – woodcutters journey in comfort; birding tours with a guide; or a stroll through the forest at your own pace – the Lodge offers it all.
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The Village Lodge Gallery
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The Village Lodge Reviews
“Absolutely brilliant, Sophie, Debbie and Diesel were most welcoming, accommodation clean, breakfast kept us going most of the day and nothing was too much trouble for them to cook. Surroundings very tidy, perfect place to stay. Wish we could return again and stay longer. Bliss pure bliss.” –Janice F
“We had the Village Lodge as our base before and after doing the Otter Trail. Hosts Sophie and Debbie are exceptional! We had everything we needed, had fabulous breakfasts, and a comfortable room. It was more than service, it was like we were family. Diesel the black Labrador retriever was a delight as well.” –TravelL0ver007
“Excellent value for money. Friendly hosts and good atmosphere. Excellence breakfast with personal care. Located well in the village and secured parking for vehicles. Good looking gardens makes it idyllic to visit” –leondtza
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