Fugitives’ Drift Guest House, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

This origiinal farmhouse has been turned into the most charming guesthouse with a sitting and dining room filled with fascinating memorabilia and Zulu artefacts. The original verandahs have been retained. It also has an outside eating area which has a stunning view across a plain with Isandlwana in the distance.  The cottages have large, en-suite bedrooms that are individually decorated and all have private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields. The Guest House also has a sparkling pool that overlooks Isandlwana and the indigenous bushveld. Superb food and personal service are a feature of this outstanding facility.   At nightfall, under a canopy of stars, gather around the fire and discuss the days events in this charming, country setting.  Diverse and abundant wildlife includes giraffe, zebra, kudu, hartebeest and a host of smaller antelope, as well as 275 recorded bird species.  The Buffalo Gorge is a Natural Heritage Site where spectacular walks can be enjoyed.   Overlooking the Battlefield of Isandlwana, the 2,500 hectare reserve is 8km from Rorke’s Drift on the Buffalo River.  17km of river frontage include the famous site of Fugitives’ Drift, where Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill lost their lives in 1879 trying to save the Queen’s Colour of their regiment, winning the first two posthumous Victoria Crosses in history. Fugitives’ Drift is renowned for its battlefield tours to all the Zulu War and Anglo-Boer War battle sites in the region.  Tours to Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift are led by registered tour guides who are superb storytellers, making the history of that day come alive.  Learn in gripping detail of the bravery and mobility of the Zulu army that defeated the British, on the Day of the Dead Moon.  Listen at sunset to the famous story of Rorke’s Drift, where 100 British soldiers were attacked by 4,000 Zulu warriors, winning more Victoria Crosses than in any other battle in history.   No. of Bedrooms The cottages have large, en suite bedrooms that are tastefully decorated in a simple, ethnic style.  All have private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields.  Find Similar Properties