VENDA ART LODGE
SUITES
Our celebrated Venda Art Lodge.
Experience luxury and comfort with beautiful works from internationally acclaimed Venda artist, Noria Mabasa.
The Venda Art Lodge is a magical African story waiting to be shared with you. An incredible work of art built on dreams and inspiration. Our hearts went into bringing this original Venda homestead to life and creating one of the most unique lodges in the world. The sculpted figures of Noria Mabasa and Thomas Kubayi greet you around every corner; mermaids, maidens and crocodiles emerging from the clay walls. Sam, the Village chief sits quietly under the fig tree alongside his giant pot and you can’t resist saying ‘hello’ to him when you walk past. With fairy tale lanterns, flames dancing from the firepit on the deck and a star-painted night sky splashed above, this special place embraces you with its warmth and authenticity.
Nestled on the hillside overlooking Duluni valley, one could spend all day simply relaxing on the deck and watching the wildlife grazing and coming to the waterhole to drink – a remarkable real-life spectacle.
Luxury Suites – Mwedzi (Moon) and Duvha (Sun)
Mwedzi and Duvha offer a romantic and secluded stay with private plunge pools and patios overlooking the animals grazing on the plain below. The two suites are in close proximity to the standard rooms and facilities but well hidden away in beautiful bush surroundings to ensure complete privacy.
Lavish Suites – Tadulu (Heaven), Naledzi (Star) and Miloro (Dreams)
Naledzi, Tadulu and Miloro are our brand-new flagship suites. These secluded luxury units with king-size bedrooms, wood burning fireplaces, plunge pools and wraparound decks provide a truly lavish experience.
African artworks by Thomas Kubayi and resident artist, Erinn Straughan, surprise you at every turn. There are mermaids basking in the outdoor showers and an angel overlooking the path to Tadulu. Sandblasted glass scatters stars across the floors and a myriad of fish, leguaans and turtles colour the floors. Elegantly furnished and contemporary, these suites are sure to delight every guest.
Luxury suites: Mwedzi (Moon) and Duvha (Sun)
- 2 Pax sharing
- King size bed with mosquito net
- Can be converted to twin beds
- Gas heater
- Lounge / dining / kitchenette
- En – suite bathroom with large stone bath, double indoor showers and outdoor shower
- Private patios and plunge pool
Lavish Suites: Tadulu (Heaven), Naledzi (Star) and Miloro (Dreams)
- 2 to 4 pax
- King size bed with mosquito net
- Can be converted to twin beds
- Wood burning indoor fireplace
- Open plan lounge
- Sleeper couch and pull out bed for up to 2 children (Tadulu and Naledzi)
- Mini bar
- En – suite bathroom with large bath, indoor shower and outdoor shower
- Wraparound deck
- Private plunge pool
- Outdoor open fireplace and seating area
- Check in time: From 14:00 *
- Check out: 10:00
- 4 x 4 or high clearance vehicle recommended
- Serviced daily
- Solar and gas heaters for hot water
- * We recommend arriving before 17:00 for easy navigation of the roads
- Fully equipped kitchen and braai equipment
- Potjie pot
- Gas stove and gas oven
- 2 x solar fridges
- 1 x solar freezer
- All cutlery, crockery and utensils
- Salt, black pepper, mixed herbs
- English and Rooibos tea, sugar
- Coffee plunger
- 1l long life milk
- Toilet paper
- Soap
- Dishwash, sponges, dishcloths, cleaning cloth
- Matches
- Rubbish bags
- Solar lanterns
- Firewood (extra load of firewood available to purchase)
- 100% cotton bed linen
- Towels – changed on request once mid stay
- Swimming pool kikoys
- Board games – scrabble, backgammon, 2 decks of playing cards, Thirty Seconds, Monopoly
- A wide selection of books
Activities:
- Hiking / walking trails
- Game viewing
- Bird watching
- Swimming
- Trail running
- Mountain biking (bring your own bikes)
- Boardgames
- Volunteer in the Permaculture garden
- *Game drives (no self-drives)
- *Guided walks to see Rock Art, learn about medicinal plants, tracking and archaeology
- *Massages
- *Picnics
- *Stargazing
Art of life programmes:
- *Tree course
- *Yoga course
Package Options
All Suites: 3 nights | 5 Suites 10 – 14 Beds | R21,000
All Suites: 4 nights | 5 Suites 10 – 14 Beds | R26,000
Per Night Options
Lavish Suites | R4560 Sharing ppn | R5560 Single ppn
Luxury Suites | R3960 Sharing ppn | R5110 Single ppn
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