Tendesai Lodge - Your Getaway in the Eastern Highlands

13/02/2025

TENDESAI LODGE in the Eastern Highlands – self-catering, sleeps 12 in 5 bedrooms.

*** Very REASONABLE RATES ... US25 per night for adults, U12 years US10 per night.
*** NO POWER WORRIES ... 5kva solar throughout and generator back-up.
*** VSAT wifi on pay-as-you-go | DSTV Compact+ and 2 TVs.

BOOKING REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum hire of US100 per night, minimum booking 2 nights. US30 refundable breakages deposit. NOTE that YOU PAY OWNER'S RATES - there is no extra payment for my commission – it comes out of the owner’s normal rates.

PAYMENT TERMS:
Payment in full in advance on a first-come-first-served basis in cash in Harare or via Nostro.

BEDROOMS:
Sleeps 12 people in 5 bedrooms in two wings (Main and Extension), each with own entrances:
(Main Wing – double storey) 1 double en suite | 1 double | 1 two x ¾ beds
(Extension Wing – single storey) 1 double | 1 three x ¾ beds + 1 mattress (bedding supplied)

WHERE WE ARE LOCATED:
In Sanyatwe approx 60kms from Rusape and 4km from the highway on good dirt roads navigable in a sedan. Approximately 31km from the Montclair Hotel (Juliasdale) and 65km from Troutbeck Resort.

OTHER DETAILS ON THE INSIDE:
* Fully private accommodation which will not be shared with other guests, neighbours are not visible.
3 bathrooms: (Main Wing) en suite bath/shower, toilet and basin | bathroom, toilet and basin, (Extension Wing) shower, toilet and basin.
*Both Wings have lounges, the Main Wing is large with a fireplace, sideboard/bar server; toys for young children, and cards, monopoly, chess and scrabble, and reading books for the adults. The lounge in the Extension Wing has a fireplace and a fridge/freezer.
*Dining room in Main Wing with Welsh dresser and hostess electric warmer/server seating 6.
*Large kitchen with gas and electric cookers; two fridge/freezers, chest deep freeze; toaster, kettle, microwave, and lots of counter top and cupboard space.

WHAT'S OUTSIDE:
*Large property of predominantly natural miombo woodland which is game/electric fenced.
*Views from every window in the Main Wing of the Cumberland Valley and Nyanga mountain range.
*Veranda off the Main Wing lounge with built-in braai/fireplace, wooden bench/table and garden furniture with views over the playground to the mountains.
*Things to do outdoors: a playground with sandpit, volleyball court (equipment supplied), and adjustable tyre swings; and a separate area with fire pit and dartboard.

WHAT WE PROVIDE / WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING WITH YOU:
*Equipped with linen, towels, kitchen equipment, cookware, glasses, and crockery/cutlery.
*We provide petrol for the generator, gas, and firewood.
*Bring food, drinks, toiletries, and drinking water.

WANT SOMEONE TO COOK YOUR MEALS FOR YOU?
Domestic worker on-property who can prepare traditional and western meals - you bring all the ingredients and deal directly with him.

SORRY, BUT:
No pets of any description are permitted, and strictly no smoking in the Lodge.

CONTACT: Jenni Ferguson on whatsapp 077 839 3777393777 | email [email protected]. Office is in Sanyatwe, Eastern Highlands, Zimbabwe.

04/02/2025

LOCATED IN THE EASTERN HIGHLANDS OF ZIMBABWE, THIS FABULOUS SELF-CATERING HOLIDAY HOME HAS IT ALL!
2 wings with separate entrances | sleeps 12 in 5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | 2 lounges | DSTV Compact+ and 2 TVs | VSAT wifi pay-as-you-go | large kitchen with gas and electric cookers | 3 fridge/freezers and chest freezer | full 5kva solar | generator back-up | solar geysers | playground with swings, sandpit and volleyball | fantastic views to the Nyanga mountain range from an elevated position | very private and secure | housekeeper can prepare meals for you.

Rates are very reasonable at US25/night for adults, US10/night for U12s, and U5s are free!

CONTACT Jenni Ferguson on whatsapp 0778393777 for enquiries and bookings.

30/01/2025

Contact Jenni Ferguson on whatsapp 077 839 3777 today!

29/01/2025

OFFERING COMFORT AND NO ZESA WORRIES!

**** Sleeps 12 in 5 bedrooms | 2 lounges | 3 bathrooms | VSAT wifi pay-as-you-go | 2 flat-screen TVs with DSTV Compact+ | playground | 5kva solar powered throughout | generator back-up | private, no sharing ****

RATES:
US25 per night for adults, under 12 years US10 per night, U5 are free (no peak rate). Minimum hire of US100 per night, minimum booking 2 nights. US30 refundable breakages deposit. NOTE that YOU PAY OWNER'S RATES - there is no extra payment for my commission!

PAYMENT TERMS:
Payment in full in advance on a first-come-first-served basis in cash in Harare or via Nostro.

THE ACCOMMODATION:
Sleeps 12 people in 5 bedrooms in two wings (Main and Extension), each with own entrances:
• (Main Wing – double storey) 1 double en suite | 1 double | 1 two x ¾ beds
• (Extension Wing – single storey) 1 double | 1 three x ¾ beds + 1 mattress (bedding supplied)

WHERE WE ARE LOCATED:
 In Sanyatwe approx 60kms from Rusape and 4km from the highway on good dirt roads navigable in a sedan. Approximately 31km from the Montclair Hotel (Juliasdale) and 65km from Troutbeck Resort.

MORE ON THE ACCOMMODATION:
 Fully private accommodation which will not be shared with other guests, neighbours are not visible.
 3 bathrooms: (Main Wing) en suite bath/shower, toilet and basin | bathroom, toilet and basin, (Extension Wing) shower, toilet and basin.
 Both Wings have lounges, the Main Wing is large with a fireplace, sideboard/bar server; toys for young children, and cards, monopoly, chess and scrabble, and reading books for the adults. The lounge in the Extension Wing has a fireplace and a fridge/freezer.
 Dining room in Main Wing with Welsh dresser and hostess electric warmer/server seating 6.
 Large kitchen with gas and electric cookers; two fridge/freezers, chest deep freeze; toaster, kettle, microwave, and lots of counter top and cupboard space.

WHAT'S OUTSIDE:
 Large property of predominantly natural miombo woodland which is game/electric fenced.
 Views from every window in the Main Wing of the Cumberland Valley and Nyanga mountain range.
 Veranda off the Main Wing lounge with built-in braai/fireplace, wooden bench/table and garden furniture with views over the playground to the mountains.
 Things to do outdoors: a playground with sandpit, volleyball court (equipment supplied), and adjustable tyre swings; and a separate area with fire pit and dartboard.

WHAT WE PROVIDE / WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING WITH YOU:
 Equipped with linen, towels, kitchen equipment, cookware, glasses, and crockery/cutlery.
 We provide petrol for the generator, gas, and firewood.
 Bring food, drinks, toiletries, and drinking water.

WANT SOMEONE TO COOK YOUR MEALS FOR YOU?
 Domestic worker on-property who can prepare traditional and western meals - you bring all the ingredients and deal directly with him.

SORRY, BUT:
 No pets of any description are permitted, and strictly no smoking in the Lodge.

CONTACT: Jenni Ferguson on whatsapp 077 839 3777 | email [email protected]. Office is in Sanyatwe, Eastern Highlands, Zimbabwe.

20/01/2025

GET THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS!
😍 We are closer to Mtarazi Falls and the SkyWalk and Zip Line than Troutbeck!
😍 We are 7kms away from paintball, quad bikes, swimming and fishing!
😍 We have a stunning view of Cumberland Valley and the Nyanga mountain range!
😍 We have 4 acres of natural miombo woodland and pine trees on the property!
😍 We are completely private with no near neighbours!
😍 We have no traffic or noise so you can relax and enjoy the quiet!
😍 We are a magical and scenic drive away from all the tourist spots!

CONTACT JENNI FERGUSON TODAY ON WHATSAPP 077 839 3777 TO FIND OUT MORE!

13/01/2025

BOOKING NOW FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY AND EASTER HOLIDAYS FROM FRIDAY 18 TO MONDAY 21 APRIL - GET YOUR BOOKINGS IN FAST - CONTACT JENNI FERGUSON ON WHATSAPP 077 839 3777

02/01/2025

HELLO EVERYONE AND OUR BEST WISHES TO YOU FOR A VERY GOOD YEAR AHEAD!

A REMINDER OF WHAT THIS FANTASTIC LODGE HAS TO OFFER, AND SOME PHOTOS FOR YOU TO HAVE A LOOK AT:

**** Sleeps 12 in 5 bedrooms | 2 lounges | 3 bathrooms | VSAT wifi pay-as-you-go | 2 flat-screen TVs with DSTV Compact+ | playground | 5kva solar powered throughout | generator back-up | private, no sharing ****

RATES:
US25 per night for adults, under 12 years US10 per night, U5 are free (no peak rate). Minimum hire of US100 per night, minimum booking 2 nights. US30 refundable breakages deposit. NOTE that YOU PAY OWNER'S RATES - there is no extra payment for my commission!

PAYMENT TERMS:
Payment in full in advance on a first-come-first-served basis in cash in Harare or via Nostro.

THE ACCOMMODATION:
Sleeps 12 people in 5 bedrooms in two wings (Main and Extension), each with own entrances:
• (Main Wing – double storey) 1 double en suite | 1 double | 1 two x ¾ beds
• (Extension Wing – single storey) 1 double | 1 three x ¾ beds + 1 mattress (bedding supplied)

WHERE WE ARE LOCATED:
 In Sanyatwe approx 60kms from Rusape and 4km from the highway on good dirt roads navigable in a sedan. Approximately 31km from the Montclair Hotel (Juliasdale) and 65km from Troutbeck Resort.

MORE ON THE ACCOMMODATION:
 Fully private accommodation which will not be shared with other guests, neighbours are not visible.
 3 bathrooms: (Main Wing) en suite bath/shower, toilet and basin | bathroom, toilet and basin, (Extension Wing) shower, toilet and basin.
 Both Wings have lounges, the Main Wing is large with a fireplace, sideboard/bar server; toys for young children, and cards, monopoly, chess and scrabble, and reading books for the adults. The lounge in the Extension Wing has a fireplace and a fridge/freezer.
 Dining room in Main Wing with Welsh dresser and hostess electric warmer/server seating 6.
 Large kitchen with gas and electric cookers; two fridge/freezers, chest deep freeze; toaster, kettle, microwave, and lots of counter top and cupboard space.

WHAT'S OUTSIDE:
 Large property of predominantly natural miombo woodland which is game/electric fenced.
 Views from every window in the Main Wing of the Cumberland Valley and Nyanga mountain range.
 Veranda off the Main Wing lounge with built-in braai/fireplace, wooden bench/table and garden furniture with views over the playground to the mountains.
 Things to do outdoors: a playground with sandpit, volleyball court (equipment supplied), and adjustable tyre swings; and a separate area with fire pit and dartboard.

WHAT WE PROVIDE / WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING WITH YOU:
 Equipped with linen, towels, kitchen equipment, cookware, glasses, and crockery/cutlery.
 We provide petrol for the generator, gas, and firewood.
 Bring food, drinks, toiletries, and drinking water.

WANT SOMEONE TO COOK YOUR MEALS FOR YOU?
 Domestic worker on-property who can prepare traditional and western meals - you bring all the ingredients and deal directly with him.

SORRY, BUT:
 No pets of any description are permitted, and strictly no smoking in the Lodge.

CONTACT: Jenni Ferguson on whatsapp 077 839 3777 | email [email protected]. Office is in Sanyatwe, Eastern Highlands, Zimbabwe.

10/12/2024

21/11/2024

PAINTBALL, QUAD BIKES, SWIMMING POOL, AND FISHING JUST DOWN THE ROAD - FUN AND GAMES FOR ALL ... AND A SECLUDED, SPACIOUS, SECURE, AND COMFORTABLE LODGE AT THE END OF THE DAY 😊

16/11/2024

❤️ THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN NYANGA WITH DISTANCES FROM TENDESAI LODGE ❤️ (in alphabetical order)

** Brondesbury Park Hotel, Sanyatwe: approximately 7km from Tendesai Lodge towards Nyanga on the left hand side. Offering a restaurant and bar, swimming pool, quad bikes, kids trampoline, giant chess set, and fishing. Contact 0782 707 837.
** Claremont Golf Club, Juliasdale: approximately 31km from Clouds End, just past the Montclair Hotel & Casino on the right hand side. There is a bar, meals and teas, and offers golf to non-members.
** Far and Wide, Nyanga/Juliasdale: located approximately 74km from Tendesai Lodge – (all mileage is approximate) at the Juliasdale A14/Mutare Road approx 1km before the Montclair Hotel, turn into the Mutare Road, travel 24km,turn left Honde Valley Road, 1.7km, turn left the Pungwe Scenic Road (‘Far and Wide’ sign), through Chingamwe Forest Estate for 15km, right at Mutarazi Falls Road (‘Far and Wide’ sign), 4.5km is Far and Wide. There is a BOOKING OFFICE just past the Montclair Hotel next to the ZUVA service station. Offers activities at various places: Mtarazi Skyline and Sky Walk, Pungwe White Water Rafting and Kayaking, High Ropes Course, The Giant Swing, and the Turaco Trail and Guided Hikes. Prices are on their website: https://farandwide.co.zw or you can email them at [email protected]. The network is unreliable for calls.
** Froggy Farm, Juliasdale: approximately 22km from Tendesai Lodge. Offers a kiosk for vegetables, jams and preserves; and has coffee, milkshakes, soft drinks, meals, and pizza (they have their own pizza oven). They also have various gifts and meats for sale. There is a playground for children, a deck overlooking the farm with cafe’ table, and bench seats on the lawn. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/froggyfarmzim/, instagram https://www.instagram.com/froggyfarmzim/?hl=en.
** Montclair Hotel & Casino, Juliasdale: approximately 30km from Tendesai Lodge. Facilities and amenities are open to non-guests including the casino, put-put, horse rides, a swimming pool, bar, and meals and teas. Please enquire at the hotel for details, or contact: 0777 361 638, 0719 361 638 or 0778 066 869.
** National Parks and Wildlife Authority Zimbabwe (‘Nat Parks’), Nyanga National Park: various attractions of a cultural and aesthetic interest and located around the Park such as Mtarazi Falls and Mount Nyangani. The OFFICE is near the Rhodes Nyanga Hotel and is signposted. Contact: 0777 195 888 or 02020 20118.
** Nyamoro Dairy, Nyanga: approximately 75km from Tendesai Lodge, and 14km past the Troutbeck Resort – see page https://www.facebook.com/Nyamoro-Dairy-Tea-Garden-924047487669340 for map. No cover charge and offering teas, jams and preserves and lunch (pre-book if more than 6 in your party). Contact: 0881 187 481 or 0778985 058.
** Nyanga Trout Farm, 12km peg, Nyakupinga River bridge. Approximately 37km from Tendesai Lodge. Turn off the Juliasdale highway onto the Mutare highway. Offers a wide range of fresh and processed trout, meals and beverages. Contact 0776 278 535.
** Nyangombe Swimming Pool, Nyanga National Park: approximately 50km from Tendesai Lodge and near to the Nat Parks office. Locally known as Brighton Beach, it is a natural pool on the Nyambombe River with a sandy beach, a picnic braai area, changing rooms, and flush toilets.
** Pine Tree Inn, Juliasdale: approximately 18km from Tendesai Lodge. Facilities are open to non-guests and include a bar, meals and teas. Please enquire at the Inn for details, or contact: 0771 803 661.
** Rhodes Nyanga Historical Exhibition (Rhodes Museum), Nyanga National Park: approximately 50km from Tendesai Lodge. The building constructed in 1897 is known as Rhodes Stables and is a National Trust of Zimbabwe property. Open daily including public holidays. There is a small entrance charge. The museum is next to the Rhodes Nyanga Hotel.
** Rhodes Nyanga Hotel, Nyanga National Park: approximately 50km from Tendesai Lodge. Offers meals and teas. Contact: 0782 707 837.
** The Packshed at Wind and the Rain Farm, Nyanga. Approximately 70km from Tendesai Lodge, 4.3km past The Troutbeck Resort on the right hand side of the highway. Open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from around 11am to 4pm and on public holidays. You can buy meals, beverages, jams, vegetables, snacks, and teas, and various local and artisanal products. There is a great view from the deck.
** The Sugarbird, Juliasdale. Approximately 30kms from Tendesai Lodge, next to the Far and Wide office, offering honey, preserves, plants, and proteas. Closed on Tuesdays.
** Troutbeck Resort, Nyanga: approximately 65km from Tendesai Lodge. Facilities and amenities are open to non-guests and include a dam, golf, meals and teas, trout ponds for fishing, and other attractions. Please enquire at the resort for details, or contact: 0772 125 805 or 0772 437 386.
** Ultimate Adrenaline Seekers, Nyanga: guided quad-bike tours, paintball, target shooting. Contact: 0773 685 219 (Simba) | facebook https://www.facebook.com/UltimateAdrenalineSeekers/, twitter https://twitter.com/adadventures_.
** World’s View, Nyanga: approximately 77km from Tendesai Lodge. Turn off just before Troutbeck Resort to Tsanga Lodge, and is signposted. It sits at an altitude of 2000m with the escarpment dropping 600m to the plain below. Offers a large circular Astra Toposcope with direct distances to 30 cities, towns and places of interest. There is a gallery with pictures, a protea garden, and local crafts and sculpture. Open daily. No contact numbers exist.

11/11/2024

The kids can enjoy what they want to watch on DSTV in a separate lounge; play in the sandpit, on the swings, and have a game of volleyball; explore the wooded 5 acre property; play paintball, fish, ride quad bikes, swim, and jump on a trampoline just 7kms up the road; go and see the magnificent waterfalls and views; go on the SkyWalk and Zip Line; have fun at the hotels; and have a good night’s sleep at the end of their busy days in the quiet and safe and secure lodge!

08/11/2024

⭐️ BOOK NOW FOR THIS FABULOUS SELF-CATERING HOLIDAY HOME ⭐️
**** Sleeps 12 in 5 bedrooms | 2 lounges | 3 bathrooms | VSAT wifi pay-as-you-go | 2 flat-screen TVs with DSTV Compact+ | playground | 5kva solar powered throughout | generator back-up | private, no sharing ****

RATES:
US25 per night for adults, under 12 years US10 per night, U5 are free (no peak rate). Minimum hire of US100 per night, minimum booking 2 nights. US30 refundable breakages deposit. NOTE that YOU PAY OWNER'S RATES - there is no extra payment for my commission! 😁

PAYMENT TERMS:
Payment in full in advance on a first-come-first-served basis in cash in Harare or via Nostro.

THE ACCOMMODATION:
Sleeps 12 people in 5 bedrooms in two wings (Main and Extension), each with own entrances:
• (Main Wing – double storey) 1 double en suite | 1 double | 1 two x ¾ beds
• (Extension Wing – single storey) 1 double | 1 three x ¾ beds + 1 mattress (bedding supplied)

WHERE WE ARE LOCATED:
 In Sanyatwe approx 60kms from Rusape and 4km from the highway on good dirt roads navigable in a sedan. Approximately 31km from the Montclair Hotel (Juliasdale) and 65km from Troutbeck Resort.

MORE ON THE ACCOMMODATION:
 Fully private accommodation which will not be shared with other guests, neighbours are not visible.
 3 bathrooms: (Main Wing) en suite bath/shower, toilet and basin | bathroom, toilet and basin, (Extension Wing) shower, toilet and basin.
 Both Wings have lounges, the Main Wing is large with a fireplace, sideboard/bar server; toys for young children, and cards, monopoly, chess and scrabble, and reading books for the adults. The lounge in the Extension Wing has a fireplace and a fridge/freezer.
 Dining room in Main Wing with Welsh dresser and hostess electric warmer/server seating 6.
 Large kitchen with gas and electric cookers; two fridge/freezers, chest deep freeze; toaster, kettle, microwave, and lots of counter top and cupboard space.

WHAT'S OUTSIDE:
 Large property of predominantly natural miombo woodland which is game/electric fenced.
 Views from every window in the Main Wing of the Cumberland Valley and Nyanga mountain range.
 Veranda off the Main Wing lounge with built-in braai/fireplace, wooden bench/table and garden furniture with views over the playground to the mountains.
 Things to do outdoors: a playground with sandpit, volleyball court (equipment supplied), and adjustable tyre swings; and a separate area with fire pit and dartboard.

WHAT WE PROVIDE / WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING WITH YOU:
 Equipped with linen, towels, kitchen equipment, cookware, glasses, and crockery/cutlery.
 We provide petrol for the generator, gas, and firewood.
 Bring food, drinks, toiletries, and drinking water.

WANT SOMEONE TO COOK YOUR MEALS FOR YOU?
 Domestic worker on-property who can prepare traditional and western meals - you bring all the ingredients and deal directly with him.

SORRY, BUT:
 No pets of any description are permitted, and strictly no smoking in the Lodge.

CONTACT: Jenni Ferguson on whatsapp 077 839 3777 | email [email protected]. Office is in Sanyatwe, Eastern Highlands, Zimbabwe.

07/11/2024

WE'VE REDUCED OUR RATES TOO, AND YOU PAY THE OWNER'S RATE, NO EXTRA FOR COMMISSION!! Per night: US25 adults, US10 U12, U5 free!! Min hire US100/night, min booking 2 nights. I look forward to hearing from you all again 😁

14/02/2024

All of us wish all of you a happy Valentine's Day! We hope you have a lovely day and are spoilt and showered with love 🥰