St Ives Lodge
Location: R103 - Midlands, Lions River, Lidgetton West, KwaZulu-Natal, 3260, Lidgetton West, ZA
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Property Type: Guest houses
About this Property
Relaxation and Views:
Experience ultimate relaxation at the outdoor pool, terrace, and garden where you can unwind and soak in the stunning surroundings.
Convenience and Assistance:
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area for added convenience during your stay.
Delightful Dining and Drinks:
Savor a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant, then head to the bar/lounge for a refreshing drink to end your day perfectly.
Book your stay now at St Ives Lodge and discover a world of comfort and hospitality.
Important Information
- One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Amenities & Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Garden
- Designated smoking area
- Picnic area
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Mountain biking nearby
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Playground on site
- Free self parking
- Pool sun loungers
- Housekeeping on request
- Ballroom
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Change of towels (on request)
Rooms Available
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Duplex (Silo 1)
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Individually decorated room
Layout - 2 bedrooms and living room
Relax - Fireplace
Entertainment - 60-cm TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Laptop workspace and desk chair
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Microwave
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Change of towels (on request)
- Desk chair
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Family Suite
2 King Beds
Individually decorated room
Layout - 2 bedrooms and living room
Relax - Fireplace
Entertainment - 60-cm TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Safe, single sofa bed, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and LED light bulbs
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Microwave
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Shampoo
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Local maps
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- LED light bulbs
- Change of towels (on request)
- Desk chair
- Energy-saving switches
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Luxury Room
1 King Bed
Individually decorated room
Relax - Fireplace
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - 60-cm TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and LED light bulbs
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Microwave
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Local maps
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- LED light bulbs
- Change of towels (on request)
- Desk chair
- Energy-saving switches
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Standard Room
1 King Bed
Individually decorated room
Relax - Fireplace
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - 60-cm TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and LED light bulbs
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Microwave
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Local maps
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- LED light bulbs
- Change of towels (on request)
- Desk chair
- Energy-saving switches
-
Family Cottage (Silo 2)
1 King Bed
Individually decorated room
Layout - Bedroom and living room
Relax - Fireplace
Entertainment - 60-cm TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and LED light bulbs
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Microwave
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate bathtub and shower
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Local maps
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- LED light bulbs
- Change of towels (on request)
- Desk chair
- Energy-saving switches
Guest Reviews
- Mauritz (9/5): Most beautiful lodge - It is such a beautiful lodge and so many things to see and do at the lodge and in the area. It has been our third stay there and we will definitely go back and recommend it to everyone. It was great, we really like it there.
- Jutika (8/5): -
- Maria (5/5): -
- Murray-Rawbone (9/5): -
- Reneilwe (10/5): -
- Sundraj (9/5): -
- Andre (10/5): -
- SUSAN ANN RICE (10/5): - everything
- degenaar (3/5): - Peaceful Dstv didnt have supersport was unable to watch rugby but only soccer. Dstv also didnt work for most of the time. Electricity was off for a ling time somecmost appliances did not work. When i checked in,staff lady at reception was very rude
- Alexander (8/5): -
- MOHAMED JAMEEL (7/5): - Peace and quite comfortable beds..good bedding Soap dispenser at hand wash basin was very difficult to use as the mirror was placed almost on top of it
- padayachee (9/5): -
- Cynthia (10/5): Little slice of paradise - Cleaning staff were excellent and so friendly
- Janine (10/5): -
- Guest (10/5): -
- Sanz (10/5): - Tranquility Nothing
- Mpho (7/5): -
- Paula (9/5): -
- Guest (10/5): -
- Philicia0501 (6/5): -
- Matthew (10/5): -
- Macaskill (9/5): Amazing, would higly recommend! - The property is beautiful with buck & zebra roaming freely adding a nice bit of wildlife to the farm. Its location is amazing with a Piggly Wiggly and wedding venue across the road. The cool white bedroom side lights.
- Kabir (9/5): -
- Cindy (10/5): Great spot for a quick getaway in the Midlands. Right off the Nottingham Road so within easy access of the Meander - Units are neat and well maintained. The bedding is down so kept us warm during the cold night. Indoor fireplace is a big win!!!
- Coullie (9/5): Superb -
- Jenny (9/5): Superb - the rooms were very warm and cosy, well suited for the cold weather the showers were bad, very slow supply of water. very diffficult to shower with both the rooms in suite 18. was very disappointed in that.
- Anonymous (9/5): Superb -
- Anonymous (10/5): Exceptional -
- Zandile (8/5): Very good - The location and views They need to have their own restaurant as well as room service
- Jayshree (10/5): Exceptional -
- Heema (4/5): Needs a serious upgrade - Conveniently located across from Piggly Wiggly Very tired deco and room amenities.
- Anonymous (10/5): Great stay - Location was great
- Judy (8/5): Very comfortable and relaxing - No breakfast supplied Restaurant on site was closed. My own fault; I should have checked the website before I booked.
- Maureen (7/5): Good -
- Isaacs (10/5): Best sleep over - Loved having a fire place in the room and everything to make the fire with. Wish the tea or coffee cups were a bit bigger. Had to make 2 cups
- Skhumbuzo (9/5): Superb -
- Richard (9/5): Superb -
- Bronwen (10/5): Exceptional - Everything. N9 complaints.
- Govender (8/5): Very good -
- Charmaine (8/5): Very good -
- Hattingh (9/5): Superb -
- Saroj (7/5): Great service Great view - David's service was exceptionally fantastic he went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. We really had a good time will definitely recommend. Ashley was friendly thanks to the team at St Ives well done. My recommendation is to make the facility self catering the reason I say this is the area does not have food stores earlier available.
- Tsoseletso (10/5): Exceptional -
- Kirsten (10/5): Was an excellent stay, value for money. - The location offered easy access to all the main attractions in and around the area. The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and overall just great! The outdoor furniture could have used a wipe down, and there were quite a few spiders around.
- Ndaiziweyi (8/5): Very good -
- Hiralal (6/5): The moment of Truth - Safe, scenery, peaceful...good staff Dave was awesome Animals roaming freely...great.. Boma was fine ...food was good. The outside is much more beautiful...than ghe itnside No braaing facilities..We understand it not self catering...but each block can have a coomunal braai area Bathrooms needs some new taps etc...shower...definetly not 4 star...its a 3 star.. Reception can be more engaging ..they set the tone for your stay.. Place needs some TLC ...esp....rooms
- Kayleigh (5/5): Good stay, service levels could be improved. - Beautiful and accessible location. The room had good facilities and a nice fire place. The shower was mouldy leaked terribly, not hot water on first night and had to chase around housekeeping to try and get more towels as reception couldn’t help. Aircon didn’t work.
- Caroline (8/5): Very good - Loved the game onsite especially since we had foreign visitors with us Nothing
- Marie (10/5): St Ives - a perfect getaway - St Ives is very well maintained. It was so clean and it felt very safe. We also loved the scenery, the animals, the walks and that there was a small kitchenette attached to our unit.
- Vickash (4/5): Disappointing - The scenery Should put braai stands at chalets Instructions on how to use power with key card Hot water not working properly Should make chalets self catering. Just optional People to assist elderly and disabled people to carry luggage to rooms Water facility. Like a sink at braai areas by pool Proper direction boards to reception Should display emergency contact information in rooms Fire extinguisher in each room
- Kimberley (8/5): Peaceful Getaway Surrounded by Nature – Room Could Use a Refresh - The surrounding area is absolutely stunning, with beautiful nature and wild animals nearby. It’s a peaceful and unique location, perfect for nature lovers. The room comes with a private bathroom & kitchen, which is a plus. Bad Wifi. The fridge only works when you're in the room, which isn’t practical. Additionally, the swimming pool was dirty during my stay and needs maintenance.
- Bernd (8/5): Very good -
- Mr (8/5): My working retreat was effective and aided by the good environment - Best location Wifi unstable
- Phindile (8/5): Very good -
- Sherene (10/5): Exceptional -
- Hannah (9/5): Beautiful location; lovely accommodation - Excellent location in the Midlands. Beautiful scenery. Suites spacious and comfortable, very clean and all with log burner, dstv, en suite bathrooms etc. Pub onsite good, serving good food (pizzas, ribs, burgers etc) and drinks. Gas for geyser ran out on first evening and we were left with no hot water for showers or baths. Facilities fixed it first thing next day but was a bit disappointing not to be able to make use of the corner bath for a relaxing nighttime bath.
- Rishen (8/5): St Ives - Family Room - Beautiful and clean place. David from reception was really accommodating of our requests -thank you. Perhaps include some carpets in the lounge to make it cosier
- Perumal (8/5): Very good -
- Sannara (10/5): Great views, local wildlife and a nice quiet getaway spot. - Location was beautiful. Great views and wildlife (zebra, buffalo and various buck) to view from the veranda. Rooms were spacious, beds were comfortable (and big) and both bedrooms were on suite. Overall it was a good experience. Living room couches could be more comfortable.
- Donald (8/5): Very good -
- Bhavani (7/5): Good -
- Gareth (10/5): Exceptional -
- Juhi (7/5): Good -
- Easen (8/5): Very good - Fantastic scenery, clean. Opposite piggly wiggly No food on Monday or Tuesday. Had to go out for breakfast and dinner.
- Allison (9/5): A Very Beautiful Farmstay Accommodation, very well positioned for lots of fun on the Midlands Meander - Beautiful Luxury Suite with stunning settings . I love the farm feel and of course the presence of the wildlife and the dam setting. Not much not to like. Just a suggestion. You have a beautiful kitchen setup in the luxury suites, which could benefit from a few more utensils, extra glasses, dishes, and possibly an air fryer.
- Leah (8/5): Very good - Location, size of rooms, surroundings, facilities Pillows need to be better. Very hard and lumpy
- Kevandhree (10/5): Looking forward to our next family trip - The place is beautiful, serene and well maintained. The Boma is beautiful, loved the whole feel of it. Loved all the animals that roam so freely Loved, the animals, but they over took the pool area, so could not make use of the pool. Other than that, excellent, will be back.
- Carmen (8/5): Very good - It was very central and a very nice pretty setting surrounded by wildlife. Too beautiful for words ! The cutlery in the room wasn't 100 percent clean but we just rewashed it. The aircon wasn't working but the staff brought a fan and gave us a complimentary bottle of wine.
- Lukas (8/5): Very good -
- Inacio (8/5): Very good -
- Raniel (9/5): Superb -
- Janine (7/5): Good - The location was excellent. The bedrooms and bathrooms, were clean and we were provided clean towels daily, beds were comfortable too. We could not get hold of reception, we needed to contact them, the number given was permanently engaged. In the lounge area, there were only 3 chairs to sit on, yet there were 4 of us booked in, one of the 3 chairs had a broken leg and could not be used, hence us trying to get hold of reception :(
- Ryan (7/5): Beautiful family rooms. But poorly maintained. - This is our second visit to St Ives and we love the family rooms. We stayed in unit 17 this time. With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a lounge, balcony and a kitchenette it's very convenient. Beautiful Zebras to look at and literally across Piggly wiggly. Our unit was noted to have some previous water damage noted on the walls. And there are cracks on the walls in the bedroom. And on our last night we noticed the bathroom sink was leaking underneath. The ceiling in the passage as you enter the chalet is bit lopsided. It was also noisy when it was windy as if someone was at the door when it was only the wind. Please repair and repaint the unit. It doesn't look like quality control has been done. The lady cleaning up our unit was very nice. But the mop leaves a damp odor after the unit has been cleaned. The Wifi doesn't work so no point on mentioning that there is Wifi when there isn't. We really would love to return in a few months, but only if the repairs are done.
- Sunashan (8/5): Very good - Peaceful place.. very nice. Wifi didn't work and there was no network
- Leigh (10/5): Exceptional -
- Nelly (5/5): Passable -
- Belinda (10/5): Exceptional - It is a beautiful place and located in a nice area, I needed to rest and the place provided just that 🥰 I have no complaints
- Rita (9/5): Superb - The views No aircon or Fan in living room
- Ash (9/5): Superb - We only stayed for one night, but it was extremely comfortable and overall very enjoyable. Hubby, myself and the kiddies loved our silo family unit. It was spacious and worked perfectly. The animals were a huge hit and the view was beautiful!
- Rupert (10/5): Great location, safe family stay - Very comfortable and safe. We were visiting family at the Ambers, and this was the perfect location, which was well equipped and had a number of animals roaming the grounds. It had a mini kitchen in the family rooms, with a fridge, microwave and utensils, comfortable beds, and spacious bathrooms. We didn't have breakfast or dinner there but Piggly Wiggly is just across the road. None
- Majola (10/5): Exceptional -
- Carmel (10/5): Excellent holiday destination with wonderful staff and accommodation - Stunning location. Very friendly staff. Beautiful accommodation. Beds were a bit hard
- Alexandra (10/5): Exceptional -
- Clifford (7/5): Good - Beautiful views. Close to Midlands attractions Bad wifi connection.
- Cameron (10/5): It was beautiful and peaceful. - Loved the views, the animals, the serenity. It was just so peaceful and relaxing.
- U-neek (9/5): Superb -
- Polo (10/5): It was perfect - Everything esp the fire place and the animals. The bathrooms are exceptional. The electricity was an issue.
- Ian (8/5): Very good -
- Patel (8/5): Very good -
- Thandi (1/5): Electricity problem plugs not working no power telephone lines in rooms to reception,electric kettle not working at all - Nothing Nothing
- Theron (8/5): Clean, quiet and reasonably priced - Loved the animals and scenery my room faced the power line, but that no one can help
- Nikki (8/5): Very good -
- Hemant (8/5): Very good - BEDS WITH SPRING
- Peter (8/5): Overnight stay - We were breaking our journey, so only there overnight, but it was a great stay. Wonderful having the animals strolling outside. Ideally a longer stay would be better to experience more that's on offer. Facilities were good. Direction signage could be better placed.
- Gillian (10/5): Exceptional -
- Michelle (6/5): Was good for a night, animals are close up and it is a stunning place. - Beautiful views and super friendly and helpful staff. The unit is stunning and we were happy that each room had its own shower. The wifi connection is terrible, it does stay connected, they may as well not have it. The DSTV, we expected a few more channels, its really terrible, if you have DSTV please take your own card. We were able to watch just one channel for movies everything else was blocked even the kids channels.
- Stephenie (8/5): we loved it and would recommend it and go again - beautiful location, and rooms no fish in the dam... and shower had no warm water...
- Malte (8/5): Right were we wanted to be... - We had a lovely time at St Ives. The accommodation is just opposite Piggly Wiggly and we had a nice quit family time.
- Sneddon (9/5): Superb -
- Nirvan (10/5): Exceptional - Peaceful, clean, comfortable.. My son absolutely enjoyed the animals within meters of the unit.. Very pretty place
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