Cullinan, Tshwane (Pretoria), Gauteng

Abloom is a small exclusive owner-hosted lodge and Spa Retreat run by Lowie Geenevasen and his wife Carmen Tecklenburg. Abloom Lodge is set in the bushveld of the ‘De Tweedespruit Conservancy’, 30 KM east of Pretoria just outside the historical town of Cullinan. Abloom Lodge offers a unique atmosphere of peace and tranquillity. Experience the private hot plunge pool on your deck, read a book, relax…. be pampered and taken care of. Abloom means “to flourish”. That is exactly what is aimed for during your stay. With only 4 open plan, luxurious thatched chalets, personal attention is guaranteed as well as your privacy. The tranquil and subtle decor set by creator Lowie Geenevasen integrates natural elements in every detail of the African ambiance and makes Abloom the ideal lodge for a (self catering) breakaway. The Suites are 72m2 with a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with inviting bath and romantic double shower, sleeping area with extra length king size bed made with refreshing white linen and overhead fan, living area with a lusciously soft sofa, cosy fireplace and DSTV. Outside, every chalet has its own deck with guaranteed privacy, invigorating outside shower, hot plunge pool for your rejuvenation and a built-in braai which will keep you warm while enjoying the night. Listen to the howling jackals, the subtle calls of owls and view the most stunning night skies. The Presidential suite is more luxurious inside, has the largest deck and the best view. The Suit is 72m2 with a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with inviting bath and romantic double shower, sleeping area with extra length King size bed made with refreshing white linen and overhead fan, living area with a lusciously soft sofa, DSTV, DVD and cosy fireplace. Outside, the suite has its own deck with guaranteed privacy, invigorating outside shower, hot plunge pool for your rejuvenation and a built-in braai which will keep you warm while enjoying the night, listening to the howling jackals, the subtle calls of owls and viewing the most stunning night skies. Abloom offers full day and half day Spa Pampering in a complete private setting. Private Spa Pampering at Abloom Lodge means you will have the exclusive use of a private luxury chalet, with hot plunge pool, outside deck, rejuvenating outside shower, daybed for resting, lounge area with fire place and dstv. Private Spa Pampering guarantees privacy and tranquillity and the therapists are exclusively allocated to your chalet for the duration of your stay. Out and About: Come and experience a hot air balloon flight departing from our lodge. Fly in with your own airplane as we have an airstrip and secure parking nearby. Walk with lions, take a horseback safari, a self drive safari in the nearby gamepark. Visit the Cullinan Diamond Mine and town. The historical Sammy Marks museum is nearby where they serve wonderful champagne breakfasts! PRICES: EXECUTIVE SUITE SELF CATERING: * Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon R 1750 (2 night stay minimum) * Tue, Wed, Thurs SPECIAL R 1300 PRESIDENTIAL SUITE SELF CATERING: * Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon R 2050 (2 night stay minimum) * Tue, Wed, Thurs SPECIAL R 1600 CATERING: Breakfast R 115 pp Lunch R 195 pp Exquisite gourmet dinner R 375 pp