With Valentine’s Day coming up (and luckily on a Friday), there is no reason why couples should be the only ones to enjoy the opportunity of a weekend away.
Picture long, leisurely days full of quality time with your closest lady friends and lazing about in the sunshine this summer, with no boys to drown out your gossip sessions by turning on the television for the rugby. Read on to find out about our top recommendations for the perfect weekend away with the girls:
Sandals, Western Cape
Normally the boys would mock the pretty pastel theme of this self-catering stay in Paternoster, but now you can go with a group of girls who will appreciate it for what it really is. Sandals offer five units that overlook the ocean and the stunning West Coast countryside. They are available as separate units for 2 people sharing or for a group of 16 – 22 people. As there is hardly any traffic, they are also child and pet friendly, so don’t let Fifi miss out on a weekend of pampering! Each unit is equipped with fresh bedding and bath towels, and 4 of the units have their own covered stoep with braai facilities. All except one of the units are equipped with televisions with DStv and DVD players so you can go wild with the chick flicks with no complaints! There is also a communal lapa for everyone to get together in the evenings. More info.
African Sensations Lodge & Spa, KwaZulu-Natal
African Sensations Lodge & Spa is the perfect spot for girls’ weekend, located in Morningside, Durban. Combining elegant B&B accommodation with a range of relaxing spa treatments, you’re sure to be treated like the princess you are. Facilities include 8 en-suite bedrooms, air-conditioning throughout, a swimming pool, guest lounge, beauty clinic, and laundry service. What’s more, the lodge is located near the botanical gardens, casino, beaches, and shopping malls. More info.
Tsanana Log Cabins and Mulberry Lane Suites, Mpumalanga
Tsanana Log Cabins & Mulberry Lane Suites offer the perfect girls getaway in Graskop, Mpumalanga. With a variety of self-catering cabins and suites, they cater for small to large groups. The suites and cabins both offer private Jacuzzis or spa baths, magnificent views, and complimentary tea and coffee. Hang out in the communal lapa area which boasts a swimming pool, trampoline, pool table, braai area, and boma for late nights around the fire. Gather the girls together for a guided silk tour on the farm. More info.
La Dolce Vita, North West
La Dolce Vita is a luxurious guest house in Kosmos, Hartbeespoort. It offers breath-taking views of the Hartbeesport Dam and plenty of leisure activities like picnics, sunset cruises, spa treatments, and a Jacuzzi to keep the girls entertained. Paige’s famous alfresco “Italian Table” is perfect for dinner with the girls. Why not splurge on a “weekend package” which includes sparkling wine and flowers on arrival, lavish dinners, after-dinner Belgian chocolates and coffee, luxury accommodation with a Jacuzzi bath, full English breakfasts, an aromatherapy basket, and a sundowner boat cruise. Facilities include a bar, swimming pool, guest lounge, laundry service, restaurant, room service, and picnic baskets on request. More info.
5 Mountains Lodge & Spa, Western Cape
The 5 Mountains Lodge & Spa is nestled at the foot of the Bainskloof Pass in the Bovlei Valley in Wellington. This luxurious retreat is set amongst gardens and vineyards and can accommodate up to 15 guests in stand-alone garden cottages and a master suite. There is an award winning spa on the property that is available for pamper sessions, from facials and massages, to and manicures and pedicures. Activities include wine tours, mountain biking, horse riding, hiking, and more. Look forward to relaxing in the Balinese style spa garden, basking in the summer sun, or reading your book under a canopy of the Wysteria trees. More info.
Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort, KwaZulu-Natal
The Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort is located in Underberg, in the charismatic Drakensberg region. With unsurpassed views, the girls can relax at the bar, indulge in beauty treatments, or simply catch some sun beside the swimming pool. Other facilities include a Jacuzzi, braai area, games room, laundry service, and restaurant. Those after an energetic weekend of fun can look forward to activities like horse riding, mountain biking, tennis, cycling, squash, and guided walks. More info.
Boulders Lodge & Spa, Western Cape
Boulders Lodge & Spa is a lovely accommodation in Oudtshoorn in the Karoo. Stay in lavish suites equipped with king-sized beds fit for a queen and en-suite bathrooms (some with spa baths). The girls will love afternoon dips in the swimming pool, followed by sundowners in the restaurant and bar. The next morning, you can recuperate from your late night in the Jacuzzi, or with massage and beauty therapy. Explore the Cango Caves or if you’re feeling brave, ride an ostrich at one of the nearby farms. Find out more. More info.
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