Winner Romantic Weekend Away for 2

Lastingham Guest Lodge

CONGRATULATIONS to Olivia Kotze of South Africa who has won a romantic weekend for 2 in a luxury suite at Lastingham Guest Lodge in Lidgetton, in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands, including dinner, bed and breakfast plus a full body massage.

Olivia, your voucher is on it’s way. Please contact Lastingham Guest Lodge to redeem the voucher (valid until 31 March 2010). We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay! Continued

Winner 2 nights at Award Winning Karkloof Spa

CONGRATULATIONS to Andrew Veitch of South Africa who has won a fully inclusive 2-night getaway for 2 persons sharing an individually decorated, sumptuous villa at the 5-star graded, international award winning Karkloof Spa, Wellness & Wildlife Retreat in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands – valued at R15,960 – including all meals and beverages (excluding French Champagne), complimentary mini-bar, 1 game drive or guided nature walk per day, complimentary 60 minute Swedish massage per person, complimentary use of Spa Hydro facilities, trip to Karkloof Falls, complimentary internet facilities and additional activities i.e mountain biking, fly fishing.

Andrew, your voucher is on it’s way. Please contact Karkloof Spa to redeem the voucher (valid until 31 March 2010). We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay! Continued

Win a Romantic Weekend Away for 2 (closed)

Lastingham Guest Lodge

WIN a romantic weekend for 2 at Lastingham Guest Lodge in Lidgetton, in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. Enjoy luxury accommodation at one of the Natal Midlands’ grand old rural homesteads which has been restored to its full Victorian / Edwardian splendour. Relax at Lastingham Guest House and enjoy the fresh air, beautiful countryside and hospitable environment.

Lastingham is a popular wedding venue in fabulous country garden surroundings and is giving one lucky couple the opportunity to experience the romance of this tranquil country setting in the foothills of the mighty Drakensberg mountains, amid rolling hills and beautiful gardens. The weekend getaway consists of dinner, bed & breakfast accommodation for 2 persons sharing for 2 nights in a luxury suite plus a full body massage. Continued

Win 2 nights at Award Winning Karkloof Spa (closed)

Win a fully inclusive 2-night getaway for 2 persons sharing at the 5-star graded, international award winning Karkloof Spa, Wellness & Wildlife Retreat in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. Valued at R15960, the prize includes:

• 2 consecutive nights luxury accommodation for 2 people sharing in an individually decorated, sumptuous villa
• All meals and beverages (including all wines but excluding French Champagne)
• Complimentary mini-bar
• 1 game drive or guided nature walk per day
• Complimentary 60 minute Swedish massage per person (an introduction to our luxury Spa)
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Featured Venue – Stocklands Farm

Stocklands Farm

Stocklands Farm is a small working farm set in the beautiful Natal Midlands in KwaZulu Natal. Stocklands farm their own organically grown fruit and vegetables and free-range eggs. These are used with fresh produce from the Midlands for all our meals and guests can enjoy locally produced cheeses, butter, bacon and ham, fish and meat.

Set on 10 acres of garden and pastures, the 150 year-old stone house with original yellowwood ceilings and doors offers luxurious accommodation in Howick in either private en-suite bedrooms or in self-catering cottages. (see photos and more details about the accommodation here: Stocklands Farm). Continued

Take in the majestic Drakensberg at Tamakwa

Tamakwa Country Lodge

Joshua and Gabby are two loving golden Labradors who are likely to give you an effusive greeting at the four-star Tamakwa Country Lodge nestled in Rosetta, above a scenic river walk with a striking view of the majestic Drakensberg. The lodge offers luxury bed and breakfast accommodation with comfortable cottage ambience, a lovely log fire and spectacular views from beautifully appointed verandas.

We stayed in the pristine two bedroom Lavender Cottage surrounded by blue pansies and sat, in the late afternoon on the verandah gazing down at the pink brush which hides the delightful riverside walk. Trout fishing can be arranged, but it was a little chilly to start messing around by the river.

Our cottage was beautifully looked after and lacked for nothing. Tamakwa also features a hidden treasure as far as fabulous food is concerned, in the shape of young chef Jonathan Crawford who creates a daily four course set menu at The Rose restaurant set within the main lodge and also open to those not staying at the lodge. Continued