Self-catering lodges in woodlands near Harare

Surrounding Area

Hilly country with undisturbed woodland (msasa trees). Main attraction is superb view and nature. Quiet, except for the cry of the bushbaby and birdsong.

Accommodations

Spacious stone chalets with thatched roof. Large cool verandah overlooking hills. Lodge surrounded by indigenous vegetation. Newly furnished twin bedrooms and large loft for family or small groups. Very clean and secure.

Rooms/Suites

Spacious private twin bedrooms. Large loft with beds for small groups. Two separate bathrooms with bath and shower. Fireplace and satellite TV (50 channels) in one of the buildings.

Amenities

Conference facilities for small groups at request. Internet. Satellite dish (DSTV). Well-equiped kitchen for self-catering guests.

Services Offered

Guided tours, walks, transport, transfers, carhire, hotelbookings, safaris.

Policies & Restrictions

None

Rates & Availability

USD 25.00 per person per night (Bed only).
There are considerable reductions for groups and families of more than 2 people. Negotiable, depending on requirements.

Other Information

Bushbaby Lodge has three different chalets of different size. Most popular is the "Luxury Lodge" which has two bedrooms en-suite, a large lounge with extra bed(s), kitchenette, and balcony (+ garage).

Directions

33 km east of Harare city centre:

Coordinates S17 45 53.76 E31 17 19.52

1. Take Enterprise Rd out of Harare, past Toll Gate and Shamva turnoff, straight direction Mutoko/Murehwa (A2 towards Tete and Malawi)
2. Three km after tollgate, just before 26km peg on Mutoko Rd (Marshall Farm) turn right into Cromlet Rd (signposted "Pig Industry Board", "Animal Health", "Dakuma Farm", "Taman Kosas", etc.)
3. Follow Cromlet Rd until the end of tarmac (6 km)
4. Turn right direction Arcturus (soccer field at corner; signposts "Arcturus" and "Animal Health" )
5. After 700m turn left into "Jeans Walk" (signposted)
6. After 600m Bushbaby Lodge at no 35 on the right (signposted)

call 0772-238788 or 0773-018008 or 0274-2419

Discounts Offered

Discounts for groups and families of 5 to 8 people or for stay of more than three days.

Jan Venema (View My Profile)
Self-catering lodges and chalets in wooded hills a few km east of Harare (off Mutoko road, on the way to Tete and Malawi). Lodges have bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom(s) and veranda or balcony. There is also a conference room.
Ideal for family outings, small workshops and meetings, or just relaxation. braai facilities avaialble.
The lodge has 3 hectares of private land with undisturbed miombo woodland.
Managed by owner; informal atmosphere.