Midlands Forest Lodge

About the Accommodation

Revel in peace and quiet by trailing through the beautiful indigenous forest at Midlands Forest Lodge. This forest offers fantastic birding opportunities with sightings of Forest Canary, Greater Double-collared Sunbird, and Brown-headed Parrot, African Harrier-Hawk and White-starred Robin.

The forest with its abundance of indigenous trees such as the Yellowwood offers well-constructed trails and a viewing platform for both bird and botanical enthusiasts. An Interpretation Centre, for both education groups and enthusiasts alike, will be available depicting the different fauna and flora occurring on this 25 ha property, as well as the history of the area.

Midlands Forest Lodge offers ten double rooms in timber chalets raised on stilts (each room sleeping two guests). Each room has en-suite shower, basin, toilet, small lounge area, and a quaint wooden balcony.

There are also two self-catering chalets, sleeping four guests in two bedrooms per chalet. These units have en-suite showers and toilets, a compact kitchen area and barbeque facilities. A large, well-positioned function room can be hired out for corporate imbizos/getaways, conferences, weddings, or any other type of function.

Other Activities 

Situated in the heart of the Midlands Meander, a drive on the easily navigable roads will lead one to a range of country experiences from being pampered at a Spa, cheese making, micro-brewing and hand crafts to woodwork, pottery, weaving, ironwork, glassware and furniture. For those not inclined to drive around, spread a picnic blanket in a scenic spot with waterfalls and gorges coupled with rivers and nature reserves, and soak up the country air.

A number of ranches and stud farms in the neighbourhood offer hay-rides or easy horse trails. The Midlands is legendary for its well-stocked trout dams. Natural rivers also offer excellent fly-fishing opportunities. Some of the country’s finest golf courses are situated in the Midlands.

The renowned Caversham Mill Restaurant, under the same ownership, is situated on the Caversham Mill Estate 3 km down the road. It is a first-class, well-priced restaurant which offers breakfasts, lunches and intimate dinners. It is also open during the day for tea/coffee, cakes and drinks. The Chef prepares a variety of mouth-watering daily specials. Sit in the restaurant, on the deck, or on a fine day sit on the lawns overlooking the tumbling waterfall and enjoy!

Contact details:

Midlands Forest Lodge
Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal
Tel: +27 (0)78 986 0241
E-mail: forest-lodge@ecotourism.co.za
Web: cavershammill.co.za/midlands-forest-lodge-accommodation