Escape to the mountains and experience upscale comfort at ArendsRus Country Lodge. Tee up on the driving range, unwind by the outdoor pool with umbrellas, or indulge in a delicious breakfast at ArendsRus BarnYard restaurant. The lodge also features a coffee shop, free WiFi, and helpful staff that previous guests have praised.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Pool
Airport transfer
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Airport shuttle
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Library
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Playground on site
2 bedrooms
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Separate sitting area
Garden
The current price is CNY395
CNY395
CNY395 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Why we love this property
Culinary safari
Experience African cuisine while gazing at garden and pool views from the restaurant. Savor private picnics, in-room champagne, and full breakfast.
Mountain escape
Discover a mountain retreat with hiking and biking trails to explore. The property offers a relaxing terrace and picnic area for outdoor enjoyment.
When visiting George, ArendsRus Country Lodge is a great choice to consider. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at ArendsRus BarnYard, which serves African cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace.
At a glance
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Hotel size
7 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers
Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Private dining
Private picnics
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Playground
Children's menu
Children's games
Toys
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Wedding services
Bicycle rentals
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
7 buildings/towers
Built in 1998
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Golf driving range on site
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
ArendsRus BarnYard - Overlooking the garden, this theme restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
ArendsRus Restaurant - This poolside restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 60 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
Late check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 100
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 100
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 150.0 per stay
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Also known as
ArendsRus Country Lodge George
ArendsRus Country George
ArendsRus Country
ArendsRus Country Lodge George
ArendsRus Country Lodge Country House
ArendsRus Country Lodge Country House George
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at ArendsRus Country Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at ArendsRus Country Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at ArendsRus Country Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by ArendsRus Country Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 200 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ArendsRus Country Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 100.
What is there to do at ArendsRus Country Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the country house's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden. ArendsRus Country Lodge also has access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near ArendsRus Country Lodge?
Does ArendsRus Country Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
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Reviews
ArendsRus Country Lodge Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
Family Friendly Fun!
We had a lovely stay at Arendsrus Country Lodge. The staff were so friendly and helpful, especially with our kids. We would love to be back soon! The peace & quiet & beautiful scenery is unrivaled.
Leon
Leon, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2025
I came to ArendsRus to unwind after a hectic work trip, and it was truly what I needed. Charne and her team are friendly, welcoming and so helpful. The room I had overlooked the forest and I saw so many birds and monkeys. I really hope to come back again for a longer stay in future.
Lucy
Lucy, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2024
Lovely place with extremely friendly and helpful staff- they could not do enough to be helpful and welcoming. The monkeys visiting the balcony each morning were lovely too heheh. Evening meals were of good quality homely style, in big portions. Loved the little touches like the complimentary truffles and sweet wine - plus I have never encountered rose petals in the loo before. There are 2 rooms per cottage unit but I was never conscious of the people in the adjacent room. This is a lovely place - don’t hesitate to stay there.
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 19, 2025
We enjoyed our two night stay, staff worked hard to please us. Rooms are comfortable and bathrooms nice. Well supplied with coffee, tea and milk etc complimentary sherry and rusks. Fridge, kettle etc provided. Good WiFi There are items in the mini bar to purchase Restaurant has a good menu but during our stay, meals had to be preordered before 2 pm. I expect this was not normally required. Gardens and flora are spacious and very well taken care of, tv and microwave etc are available in the main building and a bar is also located there. It took us about 20 minutes to drive to town where one can find everything you may need . No ac and tv in the rooms which was not an issue for us.
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2026
Lovely welcoming stay!
Lene
Lene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2016
Very good value for money
Atmosphere was relaxed. We felt safe and at home. The environment is beautiful,secluded, quiet but not too far from shops and the sea
Marina
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 30, 2025
Bra, mysigt och läckert att bo långt ifrån storstaden.
Lena
Lena, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2025
Ein Paradies auf Erden
Diese außergewöhnliche Unterkunft ist zwar "somewhere in the middle of nowhere", aber ein schönes Paradies. Wunderbares freundliches Personal, Charné hat großartig gekocht und ich habe mich wie ein König gefühlt.
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2020
Great Stay.
Excellent location views service welcoming cleanliness staff etc.
My wife and I enjoyed every minute of our stay at Arendsrus.
We will recommend Arendsrus to eveybody we know.
Definitely be back on next trip.
wow thank you for service and friendliness, great location
Elmarie
Elmarie, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2019
This property is lovely but it was too far out of George. When I booked it I thought it was in George. But it is a lively place!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2019
A breath of serenity.
The lodge is a long way out of town and not suitable as a destination if you are wanting to do business in George. It is however an amazing location for a peaceful, country break that has beautiful moments of serenity and beauty. The bathroom was under construction and so breakfast was a little noisy.
Diane
Diane, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2018
Sehr nette kleine Lodge im Hinterland von George - schöner Garten
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2018
Phenomenal
Phenomenal!!!!!!! My range of vocabulary can not do this place justice. The lodge itself is set in a beautiful picturesque location at the foot of a mountain. The staff were so accommodating as I made an error of booking 2 single beds by mistake but the host gave us the honeymoon suite for no extra charge as well as carrying my suitcase to the room. The room it self is beautifully decorated throughout with wood and the bathroom has a separate shower and bath. It has the added bonus of some complementary sherry and chocolates. Breakfast was cooked perfectly and there is a large choice of fresh and cooked products. This room is easily 5 star and such good value for money that I would gladly have paid more and would thoroughly recommend to anyone with anyone without hesitation. My only regret is only staying 1 night
Lee
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2018
Ruhig gelegene Lodge mir traumhaftem Ausblick
Wer Ruhe sucht ist hier absolut richtig!
Etwas außerhalb von George am Berg gelegen, kommt man über einen Schotterweg zu einem traumhaftem Anwesen mit Rosengarten, Brunnen und kleinen Holzcottages. Von deren Balkon hat man einen atemberaubenden Ausblick auf das Tal.
Die Mitarbeiter sind nett und erfüllen auch schon mal einen Sonderwunsch (zum Frühstück bereiteten sie ein selbst mitgebrachtes Straußenei).
Ohne Einschränkungen weiter zu empfehlen.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2017
Super break along the Garden Route
I travelled from PE to CT with my mother and daughter. We broke the journey at Arendsrus and were pleasantly surprised by the facilities. My daughter (under 2 yrs) loved the play area and feeding the horses. Had it been warmer she would have been in the pool too! The accommodation was cosy but comfortable and the breakfast was enormous and varied... fruit juice, coffee, cold meats, cheeses, various breads, figs, yoghurt, jams and a cooked breakfast in addition.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2017
Wunderschöne Lodge in ruhiger Lage
Wer es gemütlich mag, ist hier genau richtig. Top Preis-Leistungsverhältnis.
Wir hatten eine geschmackvoll eingerichtete gemütliche Holzhütte mit Balkon. Das war eine der schönsten Unterkünfte auf unserer 3-wöchigen Reise. Hier würden wir sofort wieder übernachten und gern länger als nur eine Nacht ! Hier passt einfach alles.
nena
nena , 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2017
Excellent place if you are looking for a quiet relaxing place
Magesh
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2017
Ruhiges Zimmer mit toller Aussicht
Schönes Zimmer mit toller Aussicht. Die Sauberkeit war sehr gut. Das Abendessen war nicht so unser Geschmack, aber das Frühstück war wieder sehr gut.
Verified traveler
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2017
Wonderful place!!
Very nice reception at check in, Lu-Mari was a wonderful staff. We decided to stay longer due to such a nice place. Wonderful meals, specially the chicken pie, unforgetable!!
Luiz
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2017
Wonderful place!
Stayed 5 nights. Super service from all staff and owner. Very clean place. Beautiful surroundings. Its a bit from the city center (20 mns by car) but so worth the drive. We could not be more happy with our stay.