Lidiko Lodge | Bed and Breakfast
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Lidiko Lodge is situated in the village of St Lucia, Zululand, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, in the heart of the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, an UNESCO World Heritage Site.The charming thatched roof colonial building, which today houses the reception area, guest lounge and art gallery, was one of the first residences to be built in St Lucia in the “County of Zululand” in the late 1930’s. It remained a private residence until 2004 when it was converted into a lodge.
Prices are based on your 'Search' selection 2 adults
for
1 night
check-in
12 March 2010:
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cottage,
sleeps 6 |
R2 600 | | |
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double / twin garden lodges
x 12,
sleeps 2 |
R 900 | | |
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family unit,
sleeps 4 |
R1 400 | | |
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triple lodge
x 2,
sleeps 3 |
R1 350 | |
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Establishment Details
Summary:
At Lidiko guests are accommodated in style and comfort.
Theme:
The charming thatched roof colonial building, which today houses the reception area, guest lounge and art gallery, was one of the first residences to be built in St Lucia in the “County of Zululand” in the late 1930’s. It remained a private residence until 2004 when it was converted into a lodge.
Fourteen custom-built luxury en-suite garden lodges were added. In keeping with the African Colonial atmosphere of the original building, the lodge has been decorated in a unique contemporary Afro- Colonial style.
Views:
Whether you are staying in the well-appointed rooms of the lodge or having high tea in the garden under the age-old trees, we hope you will enjoy your visit to this special place in the very special village of St Lucia where the big 5 of the terrestrial meet the big 5 of the marine.
Property Description:
All the lodges are en-suite, fully air conditioned and spacious. The lodges are fitted with either single or King size base set beds. Each lodge has a colour television, easy chairs and a tea & coffee making facility. Crisp white linen, luxurious towels and toiletries add to a feeling of luxury and pampering.
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Directions
From Gauteng
St Lucia is 620 km from Pretoria. Take the N4 highway to Maputo and just past Middelburg turn off to Hendrina and from there proceed to Ermelo, Piet Retief, Pongola and pass Mkuze and Hluhluwe on the N2 till you get to the Mtubtuba and St Lucia turn off to the left, onto the R618. After approximately 3 km you will reach a T-junction where you turn left, still on the R618, and proceed to St Lucia.
From Durban
St Lucia is 250 km from Durban. Follow the N2 north and turn of at Mtubathuba onto the R618. Follow the road signs to St Lucia.
From Kruger Park via Swaziland
Enter Swaziland ate the nearest border and exit at the Golela border gate.Follow the N2, pass Mkuze, Hluhluwe and turn of at Mtubatuba onto the R618. Follow the road signs to St Lucia.
On entering the village
Cross the bridge into St Lucia, turn right into McKenzie Street and carry on for 800m to where you will find us on the left.
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Unit Information
Cottage,
3
bedrooms,
sleeps 6
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Overview
| The cottage is ideal for a family of more than four people traveling together. It consists of 3 rooms, 2 bathrooms, a private lounge, dining room and self contained kitchen. |
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Bed configuration
| Three bedrooms with double/twin beds |
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Double / Twin Garden Lodges,
1
bedroom,
sleeps 2
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Overview
| The 12 fully air conditioned luxury double/twin garden lodges are built around the tropical pool area. These spacious rooms, decorated in a contemporary Afro-Colonial style, all have a private entrance and private patio that leads onto the pool area. The spacious bathrooms are en-suite, have a separate shower and bath, a big vanity area and are fitted with fluffy white towels and toiletries. The rooms have either two twin beds or a king size bed, two easy chairs; a remote controlled color TV; a hairdryer; personal safe; crisp white linen as well as a tea & coffee making facility with a packet of traditionally home baked rusks. |
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Bed configuration
| King / Twin beds |
| Number of units | 12 |
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Family Unit,
2
bedrooms,
sleeps 4
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Overview
| The family lodge consists of two rooms and two bathrooms with an inter-leading door between the two rooms.
It has a private patio and own entrance and is also decorated in a contemporary Afro-Colonial style.
The bathrooms each have a shower, vanity and toilet and are fitted with fluffy white towels and toiletries.
The one room has a double bed and the adjoining room has two single beds, all made up with crisp white linen. Both rooms have a remote controlled color TV; a hairdryer; personal safe as well as a tea & coffee-making facility with a packet of traditionally home baked rusks.
This unit rate is applicable to families of four with children under 16. |
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Bed configuration
| One double bed and two single beds. |
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Triple Lodge,
1
bedroom,
sleeps 3
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Overview
| This spacious lodge is situated slightly seperately to the central courtyard of lodges, giving total privacy. It is perfect for parties of three.
Being a wing of the original colonial building, it has a thatched roof and is decorated in Persians and antiques. This room is fit for a king and has in fact housed His Majesty King Zwelitini, the King of the Zulus during his stay at Lidiko Lodge.
This lodge also has a private entrance and a patio with two rocking chairs overlooking the gardens towards the Great St Lucia Lake.
The en-suite bathroom has a double shower and a bath as well as fluffy white towels and toiletries.
The spacious room has a queen sized bed and a single bed made up with crisp white linen, two easy chairs, a remote controlled colour television, hairdryer; tea and coffee making facility with a packet of traditionally home baked rusks. |
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Bed configuration
| Queen size bed + Single bed. |
| Number of units | 2 |
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Check in / Check out times
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Check in
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After 14:00
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Check out
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Before 11:00
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Detailed facilities
Activities/facilities nearby- Adventure sports
- Bird watching
- Boat Trips
- Fishing
- Golf course
- Gym / fitness centre
- Hiking and nature trails
- Horse riding
- Mountain biking
- Nature reserve
- Restaurants/Sidewalk cafe
- Shopping centre
- Surfing
- Swimming pool
- Watersports
Business services- Fax machine
- Internet access
Concierge / Staff speakGeneral facilities- Complimentary coffee / tea offerings
- MNet
- No pets allowed
- Patio / balcony
Geographic location- Easy access to motorway
- Near/by beach
- Near/by city centre
Value added services offered- Housekeeping
- Laundry services
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