For accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Tala Game Reserve caters for variety of needs. Guests can stay in complete luxury and tranquillity, or choose to self-cater in comfort from a variety of reserve settings.

Leadwood Lodge:

Leadwood Lodge was designed by an exceptional team of artisans, combining modern architecture and natural features. The decor is an eclectic mix of antiques and organic elements of Africa, including earth, water, glass and wood.

This luxurious accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal is the dream home of the reserve’s owner where guests can relax while enjoying the stunning views and world-class services and facilities. The executive chef creates culinary masterpieces for an 'out of this world' dining experience.

Accommodation is in 6 spacious and luxurious cottages, each appointed with the finest hardwood furniture and fine linen, all romantically tucked away within the beauty and complete privacy of the bush.

Cottages:

• 6 gorgeous open plan cottages with views
• Four poster double beds
• Luxury en-suite bathrooms and private outdoor showers
• Opulent interiors and amenities for discerning guests

Main House:

• Fine cuisine and luxury guest areas
• Entertainment room and bar
• Expansive indoor and outdoor living
• Large pool and wooden deck
• Exclusive wine cellar

Figtree Lodge:

This fully serviced and catered lodge is ideal for larger groups with a maximum of up to 10 guests. Boasting a traditional and authentic farm style atmosphere, guests will feel at home in this warm and comforting environment.

This lodge houses 5 rooms, each with en-suite bathrooms and congregating around a central open plan lounge with fully stocked bar and dining area. Tranquil and opulent verandas overlook a pretty waterhole, offering an instant appeal.

Facilities include:

• 5 rooms with en-suite bathrooms
• Dedicated lodge attendant
• Open plan guest areas and expansive verandas
• Views of the waterhole and facilities for a small conference

Paperbark Lodge:

Once a farmhouse, this accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal has been transformed into a place of luxury and style, with a large and welcoming fireplace, mahogany floors and polished verandas. The decor of the lodge combines a number of ideas, from dramatic wildlife paintings to high back chairs with shale walls and ethnic statuettes.

The lodge features a beautifully tranquil garden lined with gravel pathways and a serene cascading water feature. The luxurious premier suite boasts a sitting room, spacious bathroom with ball and claw bath and a luxurious four poster bed. Paperbark Lodge is situated near the expansive rock pools.

Facilities include:

• 17 rooms with en-suite bathrooms and a premier suite
• Verandas, communal guest areas, restaurant and conference room
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Separate romantic rondavel for couples overlooking a rock pool

Mahogany Lodge

Originally an old farmhouse, Mahogany Lodge has been fully renovated. The en-suite rooms lead off from the stylish lounge area. Adjacent to Mahogany Lodge is the romantic Mahogany Rondavel - perfect for honeymooners or for couples looking to relax and spend some quality time together. This free standing room with its wooden floors and quaint balcony overlooks the nearby pool.

Facilities include:

• Beautiful farmhouse
• 5 en-suite bedrooms and a communal lounge
• Separate Mahogany Rondavel – a couple’s retreat
• Within walking distance of Paperbark Lodge

Aloe Lodge:

Aloe Lodge is situated adjacent to the La Tala Restaurant, and enjoys elevated views of the reserve spanning out over the grasslands, a great place to witness grazing antelope and Rhino.

This lodge features 11 comfortable rooms, each boasting en-suite bathrooms and good positions around the lodge's natural and tranquil gardens. These gardens are kept trim by the resident family of Warthog.

Facilities include:

• 11 en-suite double rooms
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Large restaurant and bar, boma and conference facilities

Self-catering accommodation:

For more down to earth accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, but without compromising on comfort, Tala Game Reserve near Durban features 3 charming self-catering options, ideal for a quiet, simple and comfortable time spent in the bush.

A-frames:

• 5 twin bed A-frame huts
• Each unit has its own barbeque area
• Communal ablutions and kitchen
• Located near Tala’s beautiful rock pools and barbeque lawns

Rondavels:

• 2 en-suite rondavels (roundhouses) in a secluded setting
• Twin beds in each and catering facilities
• Each has barbeque facilities with a central boma (open-air enclosure)
• Overlooking a private watering hole and verdant bush

Fisherman's Cottage:

• Stand alone house in beautiful gardens near reserve entrance
• Sleeping up to 8 people in comfort
• Catering facilities
• Views of the dam and the plains