The Lodge is situated on the site of the original Rattray homestead where David's parents, Peter and Gillian, came for their holidays - it is that here the seeds of this unique operation took root in those early years. Spacious, luxury en-suite cottages each have a private verandah affording views over the plains flanking the Buffalo River Gorge. A feature of the lodge is the beautiful, shady well established garden, home to innumerable birds, and the most spectacular large swimming pool situated on a secluded spur on the lip of the Buffalo River Gorge. Enjoy sundowners around a fire under a canopy of Paperbarks, with magical Isandlwana looming on the skyline, and superb cuisine, a unique fusion of home and modern flavours, in the splendid atmosphere of a veritable museum of Zulu War memorabilia. Browse through the Fugitives' Drift Lodge Photo Gallery by clicking on the thumbnail images or click here to see a video of the Lodge.
| In its original state, the Guest House was the home of Mr Johan Potgieter and his family. "Mr Pot" was immortalised in Gillian Rattray's award winning book "The Springing of the Year". He was one of the great storytellers of this area. Mr Pot's house has been transformed into the most charming sitting and dining room filled with fascinating memorabilia. The original verandah has been retained. It also has an outside eating area which has a stunning view across the plain with Isandlwana in the distance. Cottages have large en-suite bedrooms that are individually decorated and all have private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields. The Guest House has a small swimming pool. Superb food and personal service are a feature of this outstanding facility. Browse through the Fugitives' Drift Guest House Photo Gallery by clicking on the thumbnail images, or click here to see a video of the Guest House.
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