Accommodation in Addo - Woodall Country House & Spa, Addo, Eastern Cape

Woodall Country House & Spa Guest House, Bed & Breakfast Accommodation Addo, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Nestled in the heart of the Sundays River Valley, on the doorstep of Addo Elephant Park, and close to Shamwari and Schotia Reserves, Woodall Country House lies tucked away on a peaceful citrus farm where miles of citrus trees bear fruit all winter and scent the air with blossoms in the springtime.

Only 45 minutes form Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, this gem awaits your discovery. Revealing a rich and diverse piece of malaria - free Africa, Woodall offers five star luxury and standards of service, leaving you unwilling to leave and eager to return, whether for an occasion of leisure or business. Honeymooners are specially pampered in an environment of peace and privacy.

Experience game at close quarters as well as magnificent scenery from Woodall’s luxury open - game viewing vehicle, guided by highly qualified guides whose passion for the area is inherent and infectious.

Escape the African heat in the full size pool, fringed with palms and a waterfall or take a quiet moment to sit peacefully on the expansive sundowner deck and view rare South African waterfowl. Snacks served daily at sunset.

The fully equipped Health spa has the following facilities: gym, sauna, hydrotherapy bath, steam shower and treatment room (range of beauty treatments / massages available).

Other facilities include a lounge with satellite TV and fireplace, small library of books, cd library, curios, internet and fax facilities.

Accommodation & Facilities
Opening onto beautiful rose or indigenous gardens, alive with the calling of birds, each room boasts swirling ceiling fans, air conditioning, heating, private verandas, en suite bathrooms with separate bath and shower (most have private outdoor showers for an enlivening experience not to be missed) and romantic mosquito nets. Other features include mini-bars, mini hi-fi’s, electronic safes, telephone, internet access point, hairdryer, tea / coffee facilities, crisp percale linen, bath robes and electric blankets for chilly winter nights. Twin or King bedded rooms available. Two family units.

LUXURY ROOMS / COTTAGES
“Havens of Tranquillity”
Luxurious rooms and cottages are private and spacious with an understated elegance and a classical feel. Each room is individually designed and decorated with an air of bygone romance.

SUITES
Luxurious suites with a contemporary African feel are airy and furnished using natural materials and raw silks. Light and spacious, completely private with scenic views of a private water sanctuary, each suite offers understated elegance: spacious bedrooms, separate sitting and dressing areas, expansive bathrooms complete with double outdoor showers. Additional features include under floor heating and extra length beds.

CUISINE
Stylish regional cuisine is served in the distinctive thatched waterside dining room with views of resident herons, cormorants and other South African waterbirds. The cuisine is inspired by the flavours of local ingredients and freshly picked vegetables and herbs from our own garden. No effort or expense is spared to provide a culinary experience bursting forth with South African flavours and textures: Karoo venison, freshly caught East Coast fish, homemade stocks, fresh breads and local cheeses. Complementing the menu is the private underground cellar, boasting a unique and comprehensive cross section of fine South African wines. Finish off the evening with after dinner cigars under the stars..

Outdoor Facilities
WOODALL COUNTRY HOUSE SAFARIS AND TOURS
Woodall’s luxury open topped land cruiser departs daily on a number excursions: Our highly experienced and qualified guides, with an intimate knowledge of the Addo area, include a bird and tree expert with a MSc Degree in plant sciences; a local historian whose knowledge and experience of the local area is unsurpassed; a wildlife and agricultural conservationist. These guides offer personalised tours with emphasis being placed on individual interests and comfort. The following highly recommended Safaris and Drives are offered:

Woodall Morning Drive: Addo Elephant Park (08h30 - 12h00)
Rate: R450/person including transfers, conservation fee, all drinks and snacks.

Woodall Afternoon Drive: Addo Elephant Park (15h00 - 18h00)
Rate: R450/person including transfers, conservation fee, all drinks and snacks.

Addo Citrus Tour: This tour is includes a visit to top citrus farms in the area with one of the foremost citrus breeders in the world

Sporting & Leisure Activities
ADDO PARK

Addo is the best place to get up close and personal with the biggest land mammal - the Park is home to the densest population of elephant in the world. Other mammals include lion, hyaena, Cape buffalo, and black rhino, as well as zebra, jackal, warthog, suricate and numerous species of antelope. Over 150 bird species have been recorded in Addo and there are around 600 different plant species. Addo is also home to the endangered dung beetle. Whether you experience the park from the comfort of your own vehicle or on a game drive with an experienced guide, the chances are you will have close encounters with the elephant.

Cultural & Historical interest
Addo lies in the beautiful Sundays River Valley, stretching from the Indian Ocean to the Zuurberg Mountains. This malaria free area enjoys a temperate to warm climate with an annual rainfall of 450 mm occurring evenly throughout the year. Summers are hot and sunshine days are plentiful, with a chill in the valley during wintertime.

The Sundays River Valley is home to the famous Addo elephants that once roamed the area freely, as well as mile after mile of evergreen citrus trees that bear fruit all winter and fragrance the air with their blossoms in spring. This area is world renowned for its citrus fruit production and is South Africa’s largest producer of lemons.