Sandford Park Country Hotel

Location: South Africa » Kwazulu Natal » Drakensberg » Northern Drakensberg » Bergville

Country Hotel in the Drakensberg near Bergville, KZN

3 Star
Name of hostsSandford Park Country Hotel Reception
Tel:+27 (0)36 448 1001
Cell+27 (0) 83 373 9416
Emailinfo@sandford.co.za
Webwww.sandford.co.za

Sandford Park Country Hotel
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Description

Sandford Park Country Hotel – ‘ a breath of fresh air’  Situated with views of the Drakensberg Mountains, Sandford Park Country Hotel is steeped in history with an eclectic mix of old and new, romanticising one’s senses. Established in 1850 as a British garrison for troops sent to relieve the besieged town of Ladysmith, Sandford Park allows the history of the region to narrate the essence of the hotel.  Located conveniently off the N3 between Johannesburg and Durban 1 kilometer from Bergville, Sandford’s 41 hectares of unsurpassed natural beauty and tranquility takes advantage of the dramatic views of the seductive Berg. Visitors are offered an opportunity to escape to a country style hotel, with activities from bass fishing and bird watching to nature walks.  Guests are accommodated in 50 tastefully decorated and spacious en-suite rooms.  With a choice between 26 traditional thatched rooms furnished in charming cottage style with picturesque garden and dam views.  The 24 executive rooms are finished with modern fittings, have bathrooms with a separate bath and shower, DSTV and patios with stunning views of the berg. Sandford’s pub has a folklore reputation as the “best in the Berg”. Brimming with charm and character, this watering hole reflects its 150-year history with memorabilia from passers-through who have visited this warm and unforgettable meeting spot. The thatched chapel provides for a picturesque wedding setting amidst perfectly manicured lawns and a stunning rose garden. The chapel also doubles as a conference venue providing the perfect get away for a relaxed berg conference.

Accommodation

     
Break away from the hustle and bustle of city life to a serene jewel in the Berg. Sandford Park Country Hotel offers 50 tastefully decorated and spacious en-suite rooms. Guests have a choice of 26 traditional rooms furnished in charming cottage-style which look out onto picturesque gardens. They have thatched roofs to ensure that the rooms are warm in winter and cool in summer.

The 24 new executive rooms are finished with modern fittings, have bathrooms with separate bath and shower and private patios with stunning views of the Berg. A honeymoon suite and rooms with fireplaces are also available. Please book in advance should you like to stay in one of these rooms

All spacious bedrooms have:

Tea and coffee-making facilities
Double or twin beds
En-suite bathrooms with separate showers
Telephones
Safes for valuables
Breathtaking mountain views.

 

Attractions

Being centrally situated means Sandford Park Country Hotel offers you the best opportunity to take advantage of the many features and activities that the Drakensberg has to offer.

Activities on the property include:

  • Swimming pool
  • Badminton
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Mountain biking
  • Dam – boating and bass-fishing
  • Nature walks
  • Bird-watching
  • Games room with pool table, darts and games
  • Board games available in our lounge and bar area

The following specialised activities are available on-site and/or nearby. Sandford works hand-in hand with 180 Degrees (Durban), All Out Adventures and Four Rivers Adventures (Berg) who tailor package activities for interested guests, corporates and team-buildings:

  • Quad Biking
  • Bungee Bounce
  • Abseiling
  • Obstacle courses
  • Archery
  • Zip Line
  • Clay pigeon shooting
  • Ball sports
  • Puzzles and memory games
  • White water rafting
  • Treasure hunts
  • Mountain boarding
  • Survivor Adventure Challenges
  • Hot air balloons are now flying from Sandford Park. A minimum of 48-hours notice is required to book.

 

Directions

Durban to Sandford Exit the King Shaka Airport via the N2 South, heading toward Durban.Take the N3 turn-off to Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg. Follow the N3 until just past the Shell Ultra City (outside Estcourt) where you will take the first off –ramp to the left namely the Winterton/Colenso (R74) route. At the intersection turn left again to Winterton drive straight through, continue on this road for 21 kilometres to Bergville. Travel just past the Caltex garage and turn right onto the R616 Ladysmith road. Travel for 2 kilometres and turn left again at the Sandford Park Resort turnoff. We are just 1.3 kilometres down this gravel road. Johannesburg to Sandford Follow the N3 until Harrismith where you will turn right onto the Bethlehem road (N5) travel for approximately 7 kilometres. Turn left onto the Bergville/Phuthaditjaba road (R712). Continue on this road until you see the Bergville R74 turnoff to the left. Turn left here and drive until you reach the little town of Bergville where just before town you turn left onto the R 616 Ladysmith road, continue for 2 kilometres and turn left again at the Sandford Park Resort turnoff. We are just 1.3 kilometres down this gravel road.

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