After some eight years of visits to Hitgeheim Country Lodge, we once again had a delightful overnight last week. Even though the weather was rainy - which adds a pleasant dimension to the valley - we had a grand time visiting and enjoying the accommodations. Food was wonderful and the hospitality excellent, as usual. We look forward to another visit... More

We are a family of 5, two parents with a 24, 22 and 13 year old. Hitgeheim was a little piece of heaven for 3 nights over Christmas 2011. On booking we were promised a Christmas to remember and we were not disappointed. The ambience, style and quality of this accommodation was stunning and left us feeling jealous of the... More

My husband and I stayed at Hitgeheim Country Lodge for 2 nights in mid-September 2011 on our honeymoon. It was amazing - very private and luxurious. (Need to shower? You have the option of using either the indoor private shower, or the outdoor one... or the bathtub!) I could have spent an entire week just living in the cottage. The... More

We stayed with our 2-year old son at Hitgeheim and can recommend this lodge to anyone (including kids). The rooms are luxiorious and spacious with great views over the valley. Service is superb and friendly. The family run business is flexible in arranging trips and transport to and from airport, Scotia or Addo elephant park. The ever friendly owner Archie... More

We expected more. This was the most expensive place we've stayed in South Africa. And it didn't match our expectations. Yes, the cottage is spacious and the bathroom is huge. But still, it didn't feel luxurious. The price/quality (aprox. 250 euros per night) was not in balance. The view is not that stunning. It is nice, but not spectacular. The... More

Hitgeheim looked amazing from its website - 8 thatched cottages set in arces of grounds overlooking Sunday River Valley, citrus farmland and a short journey from Addo Elephant Park and since our recent visit I am happy to say it lived up to our expectations. The owner Archie helped us book activities during our stay but did not pressurise us... More

Set on a hillside overlooking orchards ,this must be the ideal way to vist Addo ,a short 20 minute drive away. The room was among the best we have stayed in with a large veranda and even an outside shower. The food and service were excellent, as was Archie-a real character-and his team. They helped make my wife's birthday memorable... More

This place is magic... The location: on top of a mountain, overlooking a green valley full of citrus orchards. The accommodation: we were in Superior family chalet # 1, beautifully decorated, spacious, a huge bathroom with a magnificent view, and a lovely outside shower. The staff: Warm and very welcoming. Each and every staff member treated us like good old... More

This was my second visit and I returned because the first visit was special. I am pleased to say it was as special as before. It is like being in an aerie of your own. Why? Because the owners continue to be personally involved in every detail. They chose a kopje on their property that has beautiful views over the... More