DescriptionSandford Park Country Hotel invites you to escape from the stress of city living, and take a breath of fresh air in the tranquil surrounds of Bergville, gateway to the Drakensberg. With endless views of the ancient Drakensberg mountains, Sandford Park’s country-like setting amid manicured lawns and rose gardens is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Only 3.5 hours from Gauteng, Sandford Park is ideal for a peaceful weekend getaway or an energising outdoor experience. Guests can enjoy fishing, hiking in the Berg, horse riding on the historical Spioenkop, explore the battlefields nearby or discover San rock art. Sandford is also ideal for conferences and weddings. Sandford Park’s welcoming atmosphere and cosy ambience complement the comfortable accommodation. The legendary pub brims with charm and character, and reflects Sandford’s 150-year history.The personality of the hotel is embodied through its mix of old and new architectural designs and finishing’s which adorn Sandford’s comfortable accommodation. Sandford Park Country Hotel offers 50 tastefully decorated and spacious en-suite rooms. Guests have a choice of 26 traditional rooms furnished in charming cottage style, with thatched roofs to ensure that the rooms are warm in winter and cool in summer. The 24 new executive rooms are finished with modern fittings, digital satellite television and have bathrooms with separate bath and shower and private patios with stunning views of the Berg. A honeymoon suite and rooms with fireplaces are also available but require pre-booking. All spacious bedrooms have tea and coffee-making facilities, double or twin beds, en-suite bathrooms with separate showers, telephones, safes for valuables and of course, breathtaking mountain views. Enjoy a candlelit dinner with attentive but unobtrusive service. Delicious cuisine prepared with care to entice the taste buds can be enjoyed with a glass of one of South Africa’s best wines. 'Productive and stress-free" is the name of the game at the 3 star Sandford Park Country Hotel.A tranquil country retreat under thatch with country cottage decor set in 100 acres of wooded countryside in the Drakensberg foothills. Situated conveniently off the N3, 2 hours from Durban and 3.5 hours from Johannesburg, Sandford Park is ideal for meetings, seminars, conferences and team-building breakaways. A wide variety of delicious cuisine is available to cater for everyone's needs, along with an extensive choice of beverages in our renowned Pub. Accommodation is available in either our new modern executive rooms, or our traditional thatched rooms, all en-suite. Situated in one of South Africa’s premier conference areas, the Drakensberg, Sandford Park Country Hotel is a timeless country-style hotel ideal for meetings, seminars, conferences and team-building breakaways. Sandford's convenient location off the N3, (a mere two-and-a-half hours’ drive from Durban and three-and-a-half hours’ drive from Johannesburg) is one of the unique features that makes Sandford Park the preferred choice for companies to hold conferences. Sandord Park’s tranquil atmosphere, beautiful surroundings and recreational facilities allow complete relaxation and are recommended for stress-free, productive seminars and conferences. The two venues are totally private and are fully customised to meet your conferencing requirements. Dining Dining at Sandford is a relaxing and unique experience. The cosiness of the country-style furniture adds warmth and welcome to the restaurant, further complemented by a friendly smile to greet all who enter the restaurant. To be able to accommodate the increase in number of guests dining at Sandford, we have completed our restaurant expansion from a 60-seater to a 100-seater restaurant. Fortunately, we were able to do this without losing the incredible character of our restaurant with its cosy ambience and warm atmosphere. Accommodation Break away from the hustle and bustle of city life to a serene jewel in the Berg. Sandford Park Country Hotel offers 50 tastefully decorated and spacious en-suite rooms. Guests have a choice of 26 traditional rooms furnished in charming cottage-style which look out onto picturesque gardens. They have thatched roofs to ensure that the rooms are warm in winter and cool in summer.The 24 new executive rooms are finished with modern fittings, have bathrooms with separate bath and shower and private patios with stunning views of the Berg. A honeymoon suite and rooms with fireplaces are also available. Please book in advance should you like to stay in one of these rooms All spacious bedrooms have: Tea and coffee-making facilities Double or twin beds En-suite bathrooms with separate showers Telephones Safes for valuables Breathtaking mountain views.
AttractionsEach new day brings the promise of exciting adventure. Being centrally situated means Sandford Park Country Hotel offers you the best opportunity to take advantage of the many features and activities that the Drakensberg has to offer. Activities on the property include:
The following specialised activities are available on-site and/or nearby. Sandford works hand-in hand with 180 Degrees (Durban), All Out Adventures and Four Rivers Adventures (Berg) who tailor package activities for interested guests, corporates and team-buildings:
FacilitiesConference Situated in one of South Africa’s premier conference areas, the Drakensberg, Sandford Park Country Hotel is a timeless country-style hotel ideal for meetings, seminars, conferences and team-building breakaways. Sandford's convenient location off the N3, (a mere two-and-a-half hours’ drive from Durban and three-and-a-half hours’ drive from Johannesburg) is one of the unique features that makes Sandford Park the preferred choice for companies to hold conferences. Sandord Park’s tranquil atmosphere, beautiful surroundings and recreational facilities allow complete relaxation and are recommended for stress-free, productive seminars and conferences. The two venues are totally private and are fully customised to meet your conferencing requirements.Fully air-conditioned Rose-garden setting Beautiful mountain views – overlooking our dam The following equipment is included in our conference packages: Flipcharts and pens White board Notepads and pens Overhead projector Screen Television DVD or video player Cordials, water and sweets Plug points, extension leads and adaptors Data projector available at an additional cost
DirectionsJOHANNESBURG TO SANDFORD Follow the N3 until Harrismith where you will turn right onto the Bethlehem road (N5) travel for approximately 7 kilometres. Turn left onto the Bergville/Phuthaditjaba road (R712). Continue on this road until you see the Bergville R74 turnoff to the left. Turn left here and drive until you reach the little town of Bergville where just before town you turn left onto the R616 Ladysmith road, continue for 2 kilometres and turn left again at the Sandford Park Resort turnoff. We are just 1.3 kilometres down this gravel road. DURBAN TO SANDFORD Follow the N3 until just past the Shell Ultra City (outside Estcourt) where you will take the first off-ramp to the left namely the Winterton/Colenso (R74) route. At the intersection turn left again to Winterton drive straight through, continue on this road for 21 kilometres to Bergville. Travel just past the Caltex garage and turn right onto the R616 Ladysmith road. Travel for 2 kilometres and turn left again at the Sandford Park Resort turnoff. We are just 1.3 kilometres down this gravel road. |
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