Lush Private Game Lodge

WOW. WOW. WOW We have just returned from a 9 night stay at Lush and cant fault a single thing. Weve had the please of staying in some fantastic properties around the world and this tops the lot. This will be the longest review ive ever done but Lush Private Lodge deserves all the praise I can give so ill break it down into parts. Arrival. We arrived via a private transfer at 1pm and were greeted by 2 of the staff waving and smiling at the entrance. we were given warm towels to refresh ourselves after the journey. This also happened on returning from every game drive. Our room wasnt quite ready but we were shown into the open dining area and had a fantastic lunch and a few beers/wines but more about the food later. We were shown to our suite at 2 oclock. Our room was the furthest suite and took about 90 seconds to walk to which was always a pleasure as the surrounding are fantastic. Our Suite. We stayed in the Superiro Deluxe Suite. The decor was spot on and all very well thought out. There is a sitting area with a huge leopard print sofa and 2 large arm chairs. The bar area, not a mini bar as that would be a huge understatement was huge and had 3 types of lager (3 bottles of each), red and white wine, soft drinks anf juices, gin, single malt whisky and i think port in a decanter. Also water and an ice bucket which was always full. There is a kettle with all different types of tea and a coffee pod machine. all of the items were constantly restocked. This area has sliding doors on to the patio area. There is also a writing desk behind the sofa and a zebra print armchair by the front door. A safe was also provided inside a cupboard by the front door. The bedroom had a huge window looking at the mountains. The bed was big. At least 7 feet wide. and covered in cushions and a bolster. The duvet covers were thick cotton and very comfortable as was the mattress. The beds are turned down at night and a hot water bottle is placed either side of the bed which is a loveley addition. At night net curtains are drawn around the bedroom area which gives it a more cosy intimate feel. The bathroom area has a large freestanding bath, a walk in shower, 2 sinks a dressing area and a seperate toilet. The made came in I think at least 4 times a day when we were out on game drives or meal times to refresh the room. It was always spotless. The bathroom area also had another door out on to the patio which had 2 outdoor showere and another free standing bath along with a heated plunge pool. There were 2 loungers and also a covered lounge area witha sofa and 2 arm chairs as wll as a dining area. Out the front door and up the stairs was our veiwing area which was partly covered and had a sofa and 2 chaise lounges. We saw many animals from here including Zebra and Giraffe at the base of the mountain and many Kudu, Impala and Mongoose right outside the room. The bird life is also abundant. At night you can see the milky way. It really is fantastic. Meals. These are all fa

Stunning location , over luxury everywhere , outstanding service , sublime dining experiences, spa treatments out of this world . Every room has a private plunge pool. The views from your bed of the bush and mountain are surreal plus u have ur own roof deck . Juts the best safari experience I have ever had in South Africa . 5 stars… I think 6 stars is more appropriate

After a trip round South Africa our last stop was Lush for 4 days, the place is so beautiful my wife cried on arrival, we were simply blown away by the design, layout and attention to detail at this lodge. Every direction you look in it is pleasing on the eye. You could stay here just for the ambiance alone. Then comes the welcome. The staff here are amazing, everyone friendly, helpful and professional, we wanted for nothing and just felt so relaxed here. It feels like they are a true family welcoming you home. Pindy is an amazing host, good fun and an expert sommelier. Big thanks to Ava and Perlo for the amazing game drives around Pilanesberg. The food is top notch. Simply amazing place, we will return without a doubt. Thank you to everyone for making our stay absolutely perfect.