Hopefield Country House, Addo

Explore the natural beauty of the Eastern Cape

Experiencing Africa is easy in Addo. You can ride or walk with elephants at Addo Elephant Back Safaris – have close encounters with members of the BIG 5 in the Addo Elephant National Park – visit some of the Eastern Cape’s wonderful private game reserves or even experience canoe trips or ferry rides on the beautiful Sundays River – and this is but the tip of the iceberg!

Various safaris and other excursions can be arranged to suit most budgets – from the magnificent Addo Elephant to the humble Dung Beatle the Greater Addo Area abounds with nature’s splendour.  Horse riding, hiking trails and 4X4 routes are situated in close proximity and expert guides can be arranged to personalize your excursions. Your schedule can be as relaxed or as active as you want it to be!

Spend a relaxing day sunbathing by the swimming pool or take a leisurely stroll through the citrus orchards on the farm. Wander around in our garden where surprises lurk behind every corner. Various species of bird make their home here and fascinating hours can be spent watching their behaviour. The rose garden boasts more than 50 rose varieties, continuously providing an array of colour from spring to autumn.

Scrumptious breakfasts and mouth-watering dinners will ensure that your stay at Hopefield Country House remains a highlight of your holiday or business trip.

For those guests lucky enough to be staying over at the time of one of our frequent classical music soirees Hopefield Country House offers an opportunity to hear beautiful music performed in a magical setting by some of the best local and nationally acclaimed artists.

“Situated a short distance from Addo Elephant Park and in amongst the most beautiful and peaceful surroundings, Hopefield is the perfect base for everything that Addo and the nearby national park has to offer. The accommodation is of the highest quality and the staff and management are friendly and extremely welcoming. Enjoy your time relaxing in their wonderfully maintain garden and sun soaked swimming pool or spend your days enjoying the local wildlife of the famous Addo National Elephant Park.
Highly recommended.” Roger, The Expedition Project