Thornwood

–Excellent location - show map
+67 photos
Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Free WiFi

10
  • The entire place is yours
  • 484 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace

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About this property

Situated on a private game park, Thornwood is surrounded by African bush and forest. This secluded lodge-style villa features three bedrooms and offers its guests absolute privacy. The luxurious villa offers a living area, a private pool, and a fully equipped kitchen, which opens up onto a large deck with a fire-pit. The en-suite bedrooms are fitted with air conditioning and ceiling fans and an additional outdoor shower. The Game Park offers self-guided walking trails, an abundance of bird-life and game. Neighboring the Isimangaliso Wetland Park, Thornwood is about 35 km from Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Park.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 4 restaurants

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Free private parking available on-site

    • Activities:

    • Fishing

    • Games room

    • Billiards

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maureen
    South Africa South Africa
    “Thornwood is a lovely, family-friendly home. Private, quiet, and spacious. This was our second visit, and we enjoy being there as a family. Nadia is a charming host, and the housekeeper is excellent. Thank you, Thornwood, for another wonderful stay!”
  • Jurie
    South Africa South Africa
    “The details! Everything was exceptional. It was luxurious, yet had a distinct African safari feel. As a European, you will absolutely go bananas over this place. The amenities were great. A well working gas bbq, an ice maker, pleanty...”
  • David
    South Africa South Africa
    “So peaceful, all the facilities for a relaxing, peaceful getaway in the bush. You have got to experience it to believe it. We booked for three nights but stayed for an extra two and would have stayed even longer if not for work commitments. Away...”
  • Jolinda
    South Africa South Africa
    “The house and location is amazing. The host is also lovely.”
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Incredible location; super facilities and very helpful host! What an amazing place to spend some R&R time. Wish we had booked for a longer stay to make more use of all the facilities and beautiful surroundings. We will come back!!”
  • Giselle
    South Africa South Africa
    “The property is beautifully decorated with modern luxury touches but with an overall bush outdoor aesthetic. The self catering kitchen includes everything you could need and more!”
  • Lori
    United States United States
    “the setting was so lovely- completely private and loved the "open air" quality of the house. Plenty of space for everyone to gather, yet have privacy. Angel was a lovely welcoming person! Great communication from Nadia, the owner.”
  • Maureen
    South Africa South Africa
    “It's such a lovely place to stay. We traveled to attend a wedding, so our time at Thornwood was far too short. We will be back for a more extended stay next time, so we can relax and enjoy the home. Really well provided for, great attention to...”
  • Michael
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “If paradise had an address, it would be this place! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by Nadia, the most gracious host, who welcomed us with a refreshing cold wet towel – such a thoughtful touch after our journey. Every detail of this...”
  • Gontse
    South Africa South Africa
    “Excellent place with very good staff. The place is very clean, equipped and with serene atmosphere.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Nadia Kilian

9.7
Host review score
Nadia Kilian
Thornwood was designed by the owners in 2002. Inspired by nature the owners didn't want to feel as though they were stuck indoors while they were suppose to be enjoying the wonderful bush. To create the feeling of a seamless transition from indoors to outdoors the main lodge is open to the bush with only three walls. The '4th wall' is made of drop down mosquito netting that can be left open or closed. The kitchen doors roll all the way open onto a deck and fire pit. Even the bedroom and bathrooms open out into the bush or onto private decks.
There are many birds and animals to be spotted from Thornwood as they come to visit the private waterhole. Many of the trees have been labelled for easy identification. Enjoy your time at Thornwood by relaxing at the lodge or go for a walk around the park by following the trail signs or book one of our excursions. (Thornwood is registered as a Birder Friendly Establishment with Birdlife SA and four star rated by TGCSA.)
At Thornwood you can sit and relax while giraffe, duiker, nyala, kudu, wilde beast, warthog, mongooses, serval, bush babies and many other animals visit the lodge. Feeling active? There are plenty of walking trails to follow in which you will see an abundance of animals and birdlife. Guests can go on excursions in the surrounding area where they encounter: the Big 5, whales, hugging a cheetah, playing with snakes or learning about the local culture. As Thornwood is self- catering ( B&B and Dinner B&B on special request) there are many local restaurants we can recommend.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Property surroundings

Restaurants

4 restaurants on site
  • Dellish
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
  • Rafikis
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
  • Lala weavers

    No additional info available

  • Restaurant #4

    No additional info available

House rules

Thornwood takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:30 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 05:00
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 2,000 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about US$116. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 750 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
Visa Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 18:00 and 23:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Thornwood in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 18:00:00 and 23:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 2,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.