Cranford Country Lodge \ Accommodation in Currys Post

Cranford Country Lodge is set in the breathtaking KwaZulu Natal Midlands countryside and is the idyllic place for getaway holidays, weddings, parties and conferences. Situated in the heart of the Midlands Meander, this special place, now owned and managed by Richard and Debbie Blackburn, is 90 minutes from Durban and 30 minutes from Pietermaritzburg. At Cranford Country Lodge we strive to provide a level of excellence that you, your family and friends will never forget, from a superb setting with friendly staff, to delicious meals and luxury accommodation.

The Blackburn’s fell in love with Cranford the moment they set their eyes on it some years ago. As if fated they eventually purchased the place of their dreams and moved in at the beginning of April 2007. They started immediately to restore Cranford to its former glory and now, 14 months later and with a great deal of TLC, this magical, peaceful place in the heart of the Midlands is looking fantastic.

Richard had been serving as an officer in the Royal Horse Artillery and Debbie, a trained Cordon Bleu Chef, had run her own catering company. They pursued their interest and expertise in the hospitality industry managing a corporate lodge for many years and eventually owning their own Guesthouse in Hilton.

Accommodation

Cranford is proud to boast their luxury four star accommodation, a lovely salt water swimming pool, brand new tennis court and country gift shop.

Room Detail
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Wake up call if requested
• Laundry service available (R100 per load)
• DSTV in selected rooms
• Fire places in selected rooms

Facilities and Services
• Ample free ‘open’ parking
• Restaurant and Bar
• Fishing, we have two bass dams – catch and release.
• Horse trails – out-rides throughout the local countryside with an experienced guide, game can be seen on the ride
• Cranford Appaloosa Stud farm
• Outdoor salt water swimming pool
• Tennis court
• Medical facilities (less than 6km)
• Golf (less than 10km)
• Bird watching (over 150 species)
• Walks / mountain biking through indigenous forests

Weddings & Events

Richard and Debbie’s daughter, Alex who is an experienced events coordinator has returned from London and is now the Wedding and Function co-ordinator at Cranford.

A charming new addition is Cranford’s beautiful stone and thatched chapel overlooking the trout dam. Country Weddings at Cranford have become increasingly popular and Alex and Debbie’s passion and attention to detail ensure that every Cranford bride has an extra special day.

Wedding Venues
• The ‘Barn’ seats 150 people and is great for wedding receptions or a private function
• The ‘Lapa’ overlooking the trout / bass dam, is ideal for corporate and private gatherings or a braai!
• A Marquee can be hired at the guests expense and erected on our well established lawns
• A lovely stone and thatched chapel overlooking our biggest trout dam is perfect for a wedding ceremony
• The ‘Rose Garden’ is the perfect place to get a toasted sandwich at lunch time before a wedding

the stud

The Blackburn family has maintained their interest in horses and has created the Cranford Stud with a foundation herd of Appaloosas headed by their magnificent leopard spotted stallion “Rio Grande”. The first crop of foals are frolicking in the pastures surrounding Cranford.

Cranford is now offering Horse Trails on special appaloosas, Basotho’s and thoroughbreds that will be available under Richard’s supervision and guidance to explore the beautiful Midlands countryside. Richard is also available for riding lessons of all ages and standards in the new sand arena at Cranford.

The Blackburn family are truly thrilled to be a part of Cranford and together with their fully trained and friendly staff look forward to welcoming you to Curry’s Post and the magic that is Cranford.

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