Qambathi Mountain Lodge Drakensberg, Kwa-Zulu Natal

This boutique eco-lodge and nature reserve nestled in the heart of Kamberg Valley, Drakensberg, is part of the beautiful Midlands Meander and Kamberg farming community.

Qambathi is also Load-shedding free, now boasting its own off grid solar farm.

Qambathi has a magical atmosphere, and it is a truly romantic setting surrounded by Drakensberg mountains and valleys. Excellent service supports the superb cuisine and is sure to turn any day into a fairytale experience. Great care has been taken to create unique and inspiring luxury accommodation, where you can sink into total comfort of meticulously designed rooms defined by a blend of nature’s colours and contemporary use of natural materials with luscious textures.

A total of only five suites makes Qambathi a very personal and stress free oasis. The garden rooms have their own private decks with hanging chairs overlooking the gardens and mountain. The Chill Lounge and Pool Deck area offer panoramic views, ideal to enjoy a late afternoon sundowner or to simply relax in the sun.

Enjoy the Qambathi forest trail taking you deep into one of the last remaining indigenous forests in the Kamberg valley or a casual walk on the existing game trails to enjoy the beautiful views where zebra and blesbok keep you company.

Qambathi can accommodate up to 10 guests and is perfect for small groups such as family reunions, company retreats, or just friends getting together.

Suites and Lodge Rooms

A total of only three suites and two Lodge rooms makes Qambathi a very personal and stress-free oasis. The garden rooms have their own private decks with hanging chairs overlooking the gardens and mountain. Two lodge rooms are in the main lodge building and come off the dining room. The Chill Lounge and Pool Deck area offer panoramic views, ideal to enjoy a late afternoon sundowner or to simply relax in the sun.

Farmhouse Room

Part the original farm house built in 1918, now the main lodge. Our entry level room with direct access to the pool deck, chill out lounge, bar and are not far from the wine cellar 🙂 luxury finishes such as a handmade Super King Camphor bed, Aircon, hand crafted sink, Free standing bath and walk-in shower.

Barnes Room

Part the original farm house built in 1918, now the main lodge. Surrounded by lush greenery right from your window. With direct access to the pool deck, chill out lounge, bar and are not far from the wine cellar 🙂 including luxury finishes such as a handmade Camphor Super King bed, aircon, walk-in shower and His and hers sinks.

Classroom Suite

The Class room Suite build over 50 years ago was used by the Barnes family to home school the children. This rondavel is built in a truly Zulu style featuring circles and a thatch roof. Now Stephens favourite room it boasts its own chill out deck with hanging basket chairs to enjoy the beautiful gardens and mountain views. This suite includes luxury finishes such as a handmade camphor double wood bed, aircon, Coffee Machine, underfloor heating, a free standing bath with views and separate shower.

Greenhouse Suite

The Greenhouse suite boasts its own chill out deck with hanging basket chairs to enjoy the beautiful gardens and mountain views. With a wraparound deck you can enjoy stunning mountain views straight from your bed. This Suite include luxury finishes such as a handmade Super King camphor wood bed, a freestanding bath and a separate walk-in shower. For extra comfort the Greenhouse Suite boasts, underfloor heating, Aircon and complete blackout curtains.

Stable Suite

Truly unique, starting life as a stable, meticulously converted into beautiful guest accommodation. Also known as our honeymoon suite or Tom’s room following Tom Cruise visit in 2022. It is our biggest room with stunning views right from your bed. Cozy fireplace will keep you warm in winter. The Stable Suite boasts its own chill out deck with hanging basket chairs to enjoy the beautiful gardens and mountain views. This Suite includes luxury finishes such as a handmade super king camphor wood bed, free standing bath and a separate shower. For extra comfort, the Stable Suite boasts Aircon and complete blackout curtains.

All Rooms and Suites

Camphor wood beds, which guarantees a very restful nights sleep, they are also known to keep misquotes away. All rooms are non-smoking and have electric blankets, a hair dryer, a room safe, separate bath and shower with natural handmade guest consumables, and tea and coffee making facilities.

We invite guests to enjoy absolute peace and calm of the mountains. Our suites are built with pure relaxation in mind which is why tv’s, and radio’s are no where to be seen apart from in our function barn when the rugby is on. With only a max of 10 guests – Privacy in guaranteed.

Included

Electric blankets

Bathrobes and slippers

Complimentary water

Tea, filter Coffee and Sherry

Nespresso Machine

Safe & Hairdryer

USB charger

Ironing service

Wifi

Aircon

secure parking

Bubbles on arrival

Continental & A La Carte Breakfast

100% Natural and plastic free guest amenities

Age policy of 16 + giving you extra tranquillity

Blackout Curtains (Greenhouse & Stable Suite only)

Extra’s

Drinks from the bar

Day trips and activities

R20.00pppn conservation levy

Picnics, Lunch and Dinner

5 Course Dinner

Dinner is a delicious 5 course affair with no effort or expense spared to give our guests a memorable dining experience. We proudly offer amazing Vegetarian and Vegan options. Each night is a different set menu. We kindly request notice if you would like to join us for the 5 course dining experience. We ask this as we need as much notice as possible as we only stock fresh ingredients and our chef needs a little time to prepare. Qambathi offers some great lunch and picnic options (no booking required)

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“A getaway in the most beautiful setting with staff that are so welcoming, attentive and caring. Qambathi is a truly wonderful and luxurious experience. The food was incredible too. I loved my stay and can’t wait to go back.”- Cassie Fourie
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“This place is absolutely stunning! It’s heaven on earth !
The service is PERFECT! They are so helpful and go out their way to make everything perfect and comfortable! Would recommend 120%”- Zanne de Beer

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“Most awesome lodge to spend time. Beautiful friendly staff and peace to walk or read. horse riding always a nice gentle way to see the view”- Ginny Oosthuizen
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