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Thornwood

4.0 star property
4-star Colonial lodge with safari

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Self- Catering )

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Site 11, Kuleni Game Park, R22 Sodwana Road, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960
  • Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre
    ‪45 min drive‬

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Self- Catering )

Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Self- Catering )

  • 1000 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

About the area

Hluhluwe

In regional park.You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 22 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 45 min drive - 44.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Delish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Phinda Bush Dinner - ‬64 min drive
  • ‪Umkhumbi Tree Top Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zulu Croc Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Phinda Game Drive Breakfast - ‬61 min drive

About this property

Thornwood

4-star Colonial lodge with safari
Thornwood offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Thornwood. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Hluhluwe lodge.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Self-service laundry
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Air-conditioned accommodations at Thornwood offer private pools and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Accommodations at this 4-star lodge have kitchens with microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2023.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Game drive
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Outdoor shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Thornwood

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 750 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 750 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Thornwood Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

FLIGHTCENTRE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

h

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An unforgettable stay!

Excellent stay - very spacious with many amenities. The feeling of living on your private smallholding. Tasteful decor in the bush makes for a luxurious family vacation. We woke up to warthogs having a drink of water near the wooden deck. Do follow the directions provided!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018