ABOUT US

Lakeside Lodge has a five star rating, the highest award by the TGCSA (Tourism Grading Council of South Africa). The TGCSA star grading is an independent quality assessment and official ranking system recognised around the world for the standard of service and facilities that hotel guests can expect.

SERVICES

Swartvlei Lagoon, Sedgefield and the Garden Route

Life on the Swartvlei Lagoon

Swartvlei Lagoon stretches over 10.73 kilometers. It is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. The weather is mild, with temperatures ranging between 19°C in July and 27.4°C in February. The lodge offers complimentary kayaks and canoes and the skipper of our Lady Giselle Pontoon Boat takes guests out on the lagoon to fish.

Small buck, dassies and bush pigs abound and birdwatchers can look forward to seeing sun birds, herons, the African Fish Eagle and Pied Kingfishers.

Guests can take to the lagoon on kite surf, sail, wake board en waterski or explore the region on the hotel’s mountain bikes.

Sedgefield & The Garden Route

The picturesque town of Sedgefield is 8 kilometres from Lakeside Lodge. It is Africa’s first official Slow Town and when you go there you will understand why. The town prides itself on its gentle pace of life. Sedgies call it the ‘tortoise pace’ and say it’s good for one’s blood pressure. Sedgefield has art galleries, coffee shops and a wonderful Saturday farmers’ market.

Beautiful towns abound in this part of the country. There’s Great Brak, Little Brak, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay, Buffels Bay and Knysna, to name just a few. Knysna was founded by George Rex, who was said to be a love child of King George 111. It is home to the annual Knysna Oyster Festival.

Luxurious Bedroom Suites

We offer guests 9 luxurious bedroom suites with views of the Swartvlei Lagoon and unspoilt surrounds. Feast your eyes on our small game and magnificent bird life. The interior of the hotel is light and furnished in a contemporary classical style. Elegant fabrics and chandeliers add a note of restrained magnificence. Our suites consist of our breathtaking Honeymoon Suite, four Luxury Suites with direct lake views and our four Superior Suites with sweeping lake views. All of our rooms are of the highest standards and luxury.

Choose which one of our three luxury suites suits your requirements:

Honeymoon Suite

Our Honeymoon Suite has been meticulously designed with no expense spared. The perfect love nest for newlyweds or a special break away. Our special suite consists of a four poster bed and is draped with lavish soft furnishings and lovely fabrics. There is a spacious gorgeous adjoining bathroom with a jacuzzi spa bath and a walk-in shower. The room opens up directly onto Swartvlei Lake and where to celebrate with bubbles and fine food.

Features include:

• Romantically appointed bedroom with a king-size extra length four-poster
• Cosy sitting area
• Spacious adjoining bathroom with jacuzzi bath and walk in shower
• Private patio with direct access from bedroom
• Views of the Swartvlei Lagoon and surrounding Wilderness National Park
• Extensive tea menu
• Room service menu
• Fluffy gowns
• Fine linen with extra large king-size pillows
• Nespresso coffee maker and mini bar
• Air-conditioning
• Fans
• Fresh flowers daily
• Flat screen TV
• Digital radio and iPod dock
• A laptop safe
• Complimentary WiFi
• Complimentary mineral water replenished daily
• Complimentary treats courtesy of the chef

Superior Suites

The Superior Suites are perfect for families and friends as they link via adjoining doors. Two of the rooms have jacuzzi baths and showers and two have free-standing baths and showers.

Features include:

• Luxuriously appointed bedroom featuring a king-size extra length bed
• Sitting area
• Adjoining bathroom that is both modern and exceptionally large
• Private patio with direct access from bedroom
• Views of the Swartvlei Lagoon and surrounding Wilderness National Park
• Flat screen TVs
• Nespresso coffee maker and mini bar
• Fresh flowers daily
• Air-conditioning
• Fans
• Fluffy robe
• Complimentary WiFi
• Digital radio and iPod dock
• A laptop safe
• Complimentary mineral water
• Extensive tea menu
• Room service menu
• Complimentary treats courtesy of the chef
• Fine bed linen

Luxury Bedroom Suites with Lake Views

These bedroom suites offer our patrons direct lake views and stunning contemporary styling. The ultimate in furnishings and comfort, beautiful linen, extra large king size pillows and carpets that your feet simply sink into.

Features include:

• Luxuriously appointed bedroom featuring a king-size extra length bed
• Views of the Swartvlei Lagoon and surrounding Wilderness National Park
• Luxury bathroom with freestanding bath and walk-in shower
• Sitting area
• Complimentary mineral water replenished daily
• Extensive tea menu
• Room service menu
• Complimentary treats courtesy of the chef
• Fluffy robe
• Fine bed linen
• Nespresso coffee maker and mini bar
• Complimentary WiFi
• Air-conditioning
• Fans
• Flat screen TV
• Digital radio and iPod dock
• A laptop safe

Our amenities:

• Complimentary kayaks
• Complimentary canoes
• Speed boat for skiing and wake boarding
• Our own jetty and shallow water launch facilities
• Deep water launch facilities available 5 minutes away
• Free boat moorings, secure car and boat parking, bike storage
• Fishing
• Croquet
• Swimming pool
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Generator
• 9 Luxurious bedroom suites
• Fine dining restaurant
• Day spa
• Wine tasting (chocolate & wine pairing - cheese & wine pairing)
• The Lady Giselle Pontoon Boat
• Shuttle to airport and restaurants (at an additional charge)
• Scenic surrounds. The hotel is in the unspoiled Wilderness National Park and the Swartvlei Lagoon is a wetland of international importanceLess than 10 minutes from the Garden Route’s golden beaches
• Complimentary mountain bikes