Woodall Country House and Spa

Woodall Country House and Spa is set amongst peaceful citrus orchards close to Addo Elephant Park, and only 45 minutes from Port Elizabeth in the malaria free Eastern Cape.

This boutique hotel caters for the discerning traveller by offering five star luxury and standards of service, reflected in attention to detail and spacious accommodation. It is the ideal base from which to explore the adjacent Addo Elephant Park, and nearby game reserves such as Schotia, Amakhala, Pumba, Kwantu and Elephant Back Safaris. Honeymooners are specially pampered in an environment of peace and privacy.

Stylish, regional cuisine is served in the thatched dining room with views of resident herons, cormorants and rare water birds. The cuisine is inspired by the flavours of local ingredients and freshly picked herbs and vegetables. Complementing the menu is the private underground cellar, boasting a unique and comprehensive selection of fine South African wines.

The Spa, a sanctuary for relaxation, personal rejuvenation and serious pampering flows onto a salt water pool, fringed with palms and a waterfall. Facilities include a vitality studio, steam room, sauna, hydrotherapy bath and spacious double showers. The gym, a vibrant energetic space offers modern cardiovascular and strength training facilities.

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Opening on to the fresh sight and scent of lush gardens, the rooms at Woodall are as seeped in luxury as they are in comfort. Each room is spacious, private, and equipped with every convenience from climate control to internet access. Other features include private verandas, en-suite bathrooms, invigorating outdoor showers, mini-bars, sumptuous furnishings, crisp percale linen, bathrobes, telephones, electronic safes and CD players.

Each room is individually designed, making use of natural materials, raw silks, and fascinating décor items collected by the South African owners, on their world travels. Some rooms reflect a bygone era of indulgent romance, some echo authentic colonial style, while the more modern suites boast an Afro-chic feel that blends traditional colours and styles with sophisticated contemporary flair.

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This exclusive hideaway is renowned for its gourmet cuisine, which is inspired by the flavours of local ingredients. Karoo venison, freshly caught East Coast fish, home-made stocks, newly-baked bread, and local cheeses all form part of the irresistible menu on offer. The chef's creative genius is inspired by the unique flavours of freshly picked produce from Woodall's own herb and vegetable gardens.

Complementing the menu is the Diner's Club Platinum award winning cellar, boasting a unique and comprehensive collection of fine South African wines, personally selected by the owner.

The thatched waterside sitting and dining area creates an enchanted mood for savouring sundowner snacks, cocktails, moonlit dinners and after-dinner drinks and cigars, with glimpses of rare South African water birds.

Packed breakfasts, picnics, lunches, healthy spa cuisine and specific meal requests are keenly accommodated by the Woodall kitchen.

Game drives

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A plethora of wildlife experiences, adventure activities, natural landscapes, and cultural delights are available in the Addo area.

Woodall's private safari vehicle departs daily to Addo Elephant Park, treating guests to an up close and personal game viewing experience. Excursions to nearby private game reserves are easily arranged.

Guests can meander through the scented citrus orchards; walk with the elephants in the mountains, enjoy a game of golf; soak up local history on a valley tour or experience a horse back safari.

In addition Woodall offers a number of tailor-made game and spa packages.

Addo Elephant National Park - 8 km.