As many of you know we are not holding a Rose Show this year, we feel that we would like to acknowledge the hard work, fun and determination shown by the Women of this valley in creating 30 years of floral fantasies. We will be hosting the Addo Rose Tea Party at…
Wondering what to do in the Greater Addo area? We are expecting you! Here are some local attractions frequented by locals and visitors alike. An Addo adventure cocktail awaits you: from Safari’s, quad biking,hiking, mountain biking, and history to zip wiring over the Sundays River! The option is yours… 21 Things Locals Love…
The Sunset huts are ideal for families and couples travelling together as they are made up of 2 en-suite rooms joined by inter-leading doors (for some privacy) but sharing a verandah with beautiful Sunset views! There are 3 units, each sleeping 2×2 people with the possibility of an extra person…
“Listen, I’m driving down Grass Ridge from Port Elizabeth towards Addo and I’ve just received a call from River Bend Lodge saying the Elephants are close to the Lodge. Come now! I’ll meet you there!” Michael Price, a photographer amongst many talents, and I were due to meet at the…
Addo is famously associated with elephants, citrus and roses. And stunning they all are! However, as is so often the case, there is behind-the-scene work that goes unnoticed. And some Irish blood is to thank for that! Sister Martha, Breda and Patricia work tirelessly, driving up and down the length…
Click on the link and watch the Youtube video: 14 Days to Go to Grant&Gemma’s Wedding! Grant & Gemma’s Wedding Day is round the corner. The wedding venue, Sneezewoods, is thatched but not complete. Rarely do I witness such hard work, dedication, professionalism and agility in the building industry, especially in…
Thatching is the craft of building a roof with dry vegetation such as straw, water reed, sedge, rushes or heather, layering the vegetation so as to shed water away from the inner roof. It is a very old roofing method and has been used in both tropical and temperate climates. Here, at…