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St James Lodge

 
 

Description

Nestled quietly on a hillside, deep within the barren Maloti Mountain range and overlooking the working Roman Catholic Mission of St James, lies the igneous rock buildings of St James Lodge.

These modernized century old buildings are conveniently situated on the Thaba Tseka road only 1hr away from the infamous Sani Pass, and just under 2hrs away from the new snow skiing resort of Afriski.

Fill your lungs with the fresh mountain air, see the stars like you've never seen them before, experience the rich Basotho culture and history of the area, and most importantly, relax and enjoy the views.





Check-In  01:00 PM   Check-Out 10:00 AM

Price & Availability

ON REQUEST
Thursday 11th September
  • Per Person Sharing:
  • R450
  • Per Person:
  • R600
  • Per Unit:
  • R1350
  • Minimum Stay:
  • 2 Nights
 
Check-in
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Lodge ExclusivityX 1
Includes: Self-catering
The lodge sleeps up to 17 guests in 4 units, and can cope with an additional 10 people camping. The facilities comprise of Room 1 (6-sleeper dormitory with en-suite bathroom), Room 2 (4-sleeper family room with en-suite bathroom), Room 3 (2-sleeper rondavel using communal bathroom), Room 4 (5-sleeper rondavel using communal bathroom), Camping area suitable for up to 5 tents or 10 people (also using communal bathroom).  The open-plan communal kitchen, dining area and lounge are fully equipped and cozy with fireplace and local decor. There is no electricity at the lodge.  Water is heated by donkey-boiler and lighting is paraffin lamps and candles. 
 
Lodge Exclusivity
Sleeps 17 Price: p/p sharing
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Room 1X 1
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This is a comfortable dormitory style 6-sleeper bedroom consisting of 4 stand-alone single beds and 1 double bunk .  The en-suite bathroom consists of toilet, glass shower and basin.
 
Room 1
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Room 2X 1
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This comfortably spacious room has 4 single beds and an en-suite bathroom with toilet, glass shower, and basin.    
 
Room 2
Sleeps 5 Price: p/p sharing
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Room 3X 1
Includes: Self-catering
This is a cozy 2-sleeper rondavel decorated in an African theme and shares a communal bathroom.
 
Room 3
Sleeps 2 Price: p/p sharing
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Room 4X 1
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This 5-sleeper rondavel consists of 1 stand alone single bed and 2 bunk beds. It makes use of the communal bathroom roughly 20m away.
 
Room 4
Sleeps 5 Price: p/p sharing
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* Please note that these rates are a guide and are subject to change. Please confirm availability by requesting a quote.

Lodge Exclusivity x 1

Includes: Self-catering

The lodge sleeps up to 17 guests in 4 units, and can cope with an additional 10 people camping. The facilities comprise of Room 1 (6-sleeper dormitory with en-suite bathroom), Room 2 (4-sleeper family room with en-suite bathroom), Room 3 (2-sleeper rondavel using communal bathroom), Room 4 (5-sleeper rondavel using communal bathroom), Camping area suitable for up to 5 tents or 10 people (also using communal bathroom).  The open-plan communal kitchen, dining area and lounge are fully equipped and cozy with fireplace and local decor. There is no electricity at the lodge.  Water is heated by donkey-boiler and lighting is paraffin lamps and candles. 

Features available

Room 1 x 1

Includes: Self-catering

This is a comfortable dormitory style 6-sleeper bedroom consisting of 4 stand-alone single beds and 1 double bunk .  The en-suite bathroom consists of toilet, glass shower and basin.

Features available

Room 2 x 1

Includes: Self-catering

This comfortably spacious room has 4 single beds and an en-suite bathroom with toilet, glass shower, and basin.    

Features available

Room 3 x 1

Includes: Self-catering

This is a cozy 2-sleeper rondavel decorated in an African theme and shares a communal bathroom.

Features available

Room 4 x 1

Includes: Self-catering

This 5-sleeper rondavel consists of 1 stand alone single bed and 2 bunk beds. It makes use of the communal bathroom roughly 20m away.

Features available

Facilities

Facilities and Services

  • Braai / Barbecue
  • No Pets Permitted
  • Fireplace on the Premises
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
 

Facilities in Rooms/Units

  • No Smoking in Rooms
  • No Wall Plug Points
 

Environment

  • Mountain
  • River
  • Great Outdoors
 

Activities Nearby

  • Trout Fishing
  • Bicycle Touring
  • Canoeing / Kayaking
  • Climbing - Sport
  • Climbing - Traditional
  • Fishing - Freshwater
  • Horse Riding
  • River Rafting/Expedition
  • Snowboarding/Skiing
  • Walking
  • Camping
  • Hiking / Backpacking
  • 4 X 4 Trails
  • Quad Biking
 

Languages Spoken

  • English
 

Grading

  • No TGCSA Grading
 

St James Lodge Map

Nearby Places

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

In and Around

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Nearest Airport
Featured Destinations
 

Customer Reviews

Reviews 5 of 12
A taste of village life
Bobby Forssman, South Africa
12 May 2012
St James lodge is clean and comfortable with a friendly host/caretaker, Elias. No electricity so expect paraffin lamps, gas cooking, "donkey" for hot water and fires (all working). If you want to braai bring your own firewood and charcoal. Elias showed us through the village to visit a few of the local "stores" and shebeen to buy some groceries and refreshments. An enjoyable experience all round.
Pitstop
Benjamin van Staden, South Africa
02 May 2012
St James was our oasis on a one night stay. Lovely, warm and comfortable kitchen and dining room. The beds in the rondavels are falling apart though! Thank you to our caretaker (Elias) who welcomed and assisted us diligantly!
Enjoyable
Francois du Toit, South Africa
15 April 2012
We really enjoyed our night at the lodge. Will recommend the lodge to travellers.
A great getaway
Alison Hopkins, South Africa
06 March 2012
We were a group of 6 travelling from Durban for a long weekend. The accommodation was wonderful. We had the place to ourselves and it was the perfect getaway. The drive from the Sani Border crossing took us 2 hours not the one and a quarter that the website says, but it is a beautiful drive.
Struckman
Gail Struckman, South Africa
13 February 2012
Had a lovely stay, once again. Will definately go back for more! Elias is very friendly and helpful.

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from 12 Guest Reviews

A taste of village life…”  Read More

Bobby Forssman, South Africa - 12 May 2012

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Benjamin van Staden, South Africa - 02 May 2012
Rustic Lodge Exterior
Sani Pass Summer Flowers
4X4 Heaven
En-Suite Bathroom
Sehonghong River - Great For Trout Fishing
Nearby Cliffs Are Ideal For Climbing - Trad Only.
The Sehonghong Valley
View Over The Village Of St James
Cozy Rondavels
Open Plan Dining Room &Amp; Lounge
Winter Snow