Tailor-made safaris and travel to Southern Africa
THREE TREE HILL LODGE
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Tailor-made safaris and travel to Southern Africa |
THREE TREE HILL LODGE |
| Andrew Ardington, in partnership with legendary Anglo-Zulu war historian David Rattray, has created a lodge that evokes the drama and tragedy of the Anglo-Boer war.  Set on Three Tree Hill, the lodge offers panoramic views of the Spioenkop Battlefield, as well as Spioenkop Nature Reserve, home to white rhino, giraffe, zebra, and a host of smaller mammals and birds. The Idyllic setting belies the tragic events that were to unfold on January 24 1900, when Boer and Brit fought over Spioenkop in the bloodiest battle of the Anglo-Boer war.  With the majestic Drakensberg as backdrop, Andrew, whose grandfather took part in the siege of Ladysmith, introduces guests to the origins and causes of the Anglo-Boer war. On the following day, Andrew takes guests on a tour of the Spioenkop battlefield itself, where he brings to life the tragic events of January 24. With historic figures like Winston Churchill, Louis Botha, and Mohandas Gandhi all featuring in the battle, the story of Spioenkop is a fascinating and moving tale.  In keeping with the historic atmosphere, Three Tree Hill Lodge has been constructed using wood and iron so as to resemble the housing kits brought out from Britain in the nineteenth century. The lodge is stylish and extremely comfortable, with no luxury spared.  The six spacious cottages each have full en-suite facilities, with shower as well as bathtub, and a verandah. They have been positioned so as to give guests magnificent views across Spioenkop, from the verandah and even the bath.  Three delicious meals, as well as teas, offer delicious and varied fare. The lodge makes the most of it's beautiful location and, weather permitting, meals are served on the wide verandahs in front of the main lodge. Guests are also invited to enjoy evening drinks on a deck around a fire under the Southern Cross. A viewing deck, swimming pool, walking trails, and library complete the unique Three Tree Hill Lodge experience.  Like it's sister property, Fugitive's Drift Lodge, Three Tree Hill Lodge is about much more than just a battle. The story of Spioenkop is a very important component of South Africa's explosive history, and even has broader geo-political implications in early Twentieth Century world history. Most importantly, however, it is yet another example of the clashing of cultures that has marked South Africa's past, and continues to be a very important component of the challenge facing the country. To find out more about Three Tree Hill Lodge, or to make a reservation, call toll-free in the USA 1-888-227-8311 or email us. |
