St Ives Lodge  

In the mountains of Lidgetton West on the Midlands Meander, just outside Howick. A 5-minute drive reaches the Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument and about 8 minutes gets you to nearby wine estates. Midmar Dam and Karkloof Farmer's Market sit within roughly 7–8 miles, and Pietermaritzburg airport is about 27 miles away.

A 4-star accredited lodge-style guesthouse with 16 individually decorated rooms. Rooms come with air-con, en-suite bathrooms and their own fireplaces. Shared kitchen, lift access, a chapel on the grounds and picture-postcard views make it family-friendly and wedding-friendly.

Large outdoor pool and terrace with poolside braais, picnic and barbecue spots, three bass fishing dams and running trails. Garden and a cozy lobby fireplace set the mood for mountain mornings and evening fires.

Conference hall and meeting/presentation facilities plus a tour desk for local excursions. Front desk operates on limited hours and free self-parking is available.

Casual on-site restaurant and a pizza bar with a kiddies' play area, plus a bar/lounge for drinks. Braai and barbecue areas invite hands-on meals after a day of hiking or fishing.