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The Retreat Country Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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Exterior
A fenced outdoor area with a pond, trees, and a building in the background.
A covered outdoor seating area with a stone base, surrounded by a garden with potted plants and a lawn.
A rectangular swimming pool with a clear blue waterline, surrounded by a paved deck.
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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77 Currys Post Rd, Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, 3290
  • Place, Abingdon Wine Estate
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Fordoun Spa
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Cottage, Patio, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a mirror, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Classic Cottage, Patio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Chalet

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a fan.

Comfort Chalet

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Cottage

A bedroom with a bed, a window, a painting, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Traditional Cottage

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Honeymoon Cottage

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

Honeymoon Cottage

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage

A room with two single beds, a desk with two lamps, a chair, and a mirror on the wall.

Deluxe Cottage

  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Cottage

A hotel room with a bed, a fan, a window with curtains, a bedside table, and a mirror.

Executive Cottage

  • 915 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Cottage

A neatly made bed with pillows and a blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Cottage

  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premium House

A room with two beds, a chair, a desk, a door, and a curtain.

Premium House

  • 1292 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Cottage

A bedroom with a bed, a standing fan, a window with blinds, and a door.

Family Cottage

  • 2153 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Suite

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Comfort Suite

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Cottage

A hotel room with a stone wall, a bed with white bedding, a mirror, a desk, and a fan.

Luxury Cottage

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premium Cottage

A room with two beds, a door leading to another room, and a wall with a patterned curtain.

Premium Cottage

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Cottage

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair.

Superior Cottage

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Curry's Post

The Retreat Country Lodge places you 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Abingdon Wine Estate and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Michaelhouse Nature Reserve. This 13-room lodge welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Abingdon Wine Estate - 18 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Fordoun Spa - 20 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 25 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 28 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Howick Golf Club - 29 min drive - 17.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piggly Wiggly Coffee Shop - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪La Lampara - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Lemon And Lavender - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gosh - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Eaves Restaurant - ‬27 min drive

About this property

The Retreat Country Lodge

Guests staying at The Retreat Country Lodge enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a banquet hall. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a garden, and a convenience store.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 100 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 100 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to The Retreat Country Lodge?

This lodge is located in Curry's Post, close to Abingdon Wine Estate.

How much does it cost to stay at The Retreat Country Lodge?

As of Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Retreat Country Lodge on Nov 26, 2026 start from $45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Retreat Country Lodge feature a casino?

No, The Retreat Country Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Retreat Country Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Does The Retreat Country Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Retreat Country Lodge offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Retreat Country Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Retreat Country Lodge.

Where is the closest airport to The Retreat Country Lodge?

The closest major airport to The Retreat Country Lodge is Pietermaritzburg (PZB), which is about 23.7 mi away.

Does The Retreat Country Lodge have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Retreat Country Lodge.

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