Melozhori Private Game Reserve Lodge in Bonnievale, Western Cape (original) (raw)

Melozhori Private Game Reserve Lodge is a highly recommended Western Cape game lodge providing a wildlife experience for discerning anyone visiting Breede River Valley.

Melozhori Private Game Reserve Lodge offers accommodation in the picturesque Cape folded mountains, adjacent to the tiny hamlet of Stormsvlei in the verdant Overberg district of the Western Cape and just under 200kms from Cape Town.

This predator free game reserve is set on a breathtaking panoramic landscape with uninterrupted views and home to unique mix of indigenous fauna and flora. Each and every one of our passionate staff members will ensure you have a memorable stay, whether you just want to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of the city or enjoy a scenic game drive, relaxed walk with one of our specialist guides.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

Accommodation

Melozhori Private Game Reserve Lodge is a rambling thatched lodge that sits comfortably on the slopes above a picturesque dam looking south-west towards the seemingly never ending folds of blue mountains. Entering the lodge, the most characteristic smell of Africa greets you - open thatch.

The vast thatch roof that spans the magnificent lounge and dining area and the bedrooms to either side. Through glass doors, your eye is led over the timber deck and rim-flow pool, onto the mountains beyond; you feel instantly at ease.

Four generous en-suite bedrooms are furnished with King-size beds, and some with fireplaces, flow onto private decks, all overlooking the dam and valley beyond. There are two inside suites and two outside suites. The bathrooms are fitted with basin, toilet, shower or bath or both.

Trees attract natural life to the fringes of the homestead; rise early and you're likely to be sharing the view with giraffes and browsing zebras. Being a family home, the environment is completely safe for children, who will delight in the open spaces and spotting game from our open game-drive vehicle.

Every staff member is part of our family, committed to your comfort and relaxation, understanding that rare quality of unobtrusive service. While you're at Melozhori, it's your home too. Whether snuggled in the deep couches round the roaring log fire, or under an umbrella of stars alongside the fire pit on a balmy summer evening, Melozhori's is a home for all seasons.

Breakfast and Dining

All meals are included in the rates. Meals are prepared for you; when you'd like them and served where you'd like them.

Activities

There is a lot to do and see on the reserve other than just relaxing, reading and swimming.
� Game drives
� Nature walks
� Star gazing
� Bird watching
� Fishing
� Cycling

The Experience

There are many ways to enjoy the wilderness of Melozhori; game drives at your leisure under the expert guidance of the guides who'll share their vast knowledge of the wildlife, as well as their passion for the unique vegetation on the reserve and the ongoing conservation of the land.

For mountain bike enthusiasts, Melozhori offers unchartered land for you to explore and has hosted a number of prestigious mountain biking events.. Finally, take a sundowner picnic into the veld and in the quiet of the evening, listen to those sounds unique to the African veld. We also have spa facilities with a travelling therapist. Childminding is also available at an additional cost.

Home to over 18 species of game, 129 species of birds and an abundance of unique fauna and flora, Melozhori is the ideal place to pause on your journey through the Garden route which is one of South Africa's prime tourist destinations. It is a region of majestic mountains, beautiful valleys, sandy beaches and colourful people.