A Haven of Peace and Tranquillity Conference Guide
CONTENTS GUEST ROOM INFORMATION 4 LOCAL ATTRACTIONS 5 ACCOMMODATION 6 CAMDEBOO DAY SPA 7 CONFERENCE FACILITIES 9 CONFERENCE DCP PACKAGE 10 BANQUETING AND SPECIAL EVENTS 11 2 3
GUEST ROOM INFORMATION LOCAL ATTRACTIONS African Pride Irene Country Lodge is located in the heart of the historic Irene village. African Pride Irene Country Lodge is centrally situated between Johannesburg and Pretoria and just 20 minutes from the Johannesburg International Airport. A haven of peace and tranquillity in the hub of South Africa s economic heartland, African Pride Irene Country Lodge offers luxury accommodation. Each room opens onto a private patio/balcony and overlooks a beautiful lake and the lush green meadows of an adjoining farm. ACCOMMODATION 75 rooms at the African Pride Irene Country Lodge which sleeps up to 145 people. Room configuration as follows: Deluxe King Room 46 Deluxe King Room Universal 1 Luxury King Room 9 Luxury King Room Universal 1 Superior King Room 8 Superior Loft Room 6 Executive Suite 3 Presidential Suite 1 Our Presidential Suite is definitely one of a kind in Gauteng, this 140m2 of utmost luxury, situated in our forest part of the property, surrounded by the Camdeboo Forest is the ideal suite for your VIP Traveller. The quiet, tranquil surrounding ensures that one feels like you far away from the city, yet you are merely 5 minutes from your next meeting. This suite boasts with an inside and outside lounge area, dining table for up to 8 GUESTS, full DSTV Bouquet and a built in full fitted kitchen including an espresso machine and microwave. IN-ROOM FACILITIES Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities Air Conditioning in all rooms Room safes in all rooms Multi-function workstations in each bedroom Remote Control Television in all rooms with DSTV Hairdryers in all rooms Mini Bars En-suite bathrooms with separate bath and shower OFFSITE ENTERTAINMENT 500 m from the Irene Dairy Farm 1.9 km from the Southdowns Fitness Centre with complimentary access to the fully equipped gym located in the Southdown Precinct 2 km from Centurion Country Club (18 Hole Golf Course) 2 km from Southdowns Shopping Centre 2 km from Irene Country Club (18 Hole Golf Course) 4 km from Irene Market at the Smuts Club 4 km from Jan Smuts Museum 5 km from Centurion Shopping Centre 5 km from Irene Village Mall 5.5 km from Ten pin bowling at Eco Boulevard 7 km from Acrobranch Centurion (abseiling from the trees) 7 km from Rietvlei Nature Reserve which features; horseriding, game drives, canoeing and hiking 8,8 km from Paintball (on Jean Avenue) 10 km from the Pretoria Zoo 13 km from Rietvlei Nature Reserve 20 km from Groenkloof Nature Reserve 25 km from O.R. Tambo international airport ONSITE DINING ENTERTAINMENT Meadow Green Restaurant Buffet & A la carte Restaurant Camdeboo Day Spa light healthy meals Oak Bar Lakeside Bar Private Dining on request Room service is available 24 hours 4 5
ACCOMMODATION FEATURES AND FACILITIES Laundry Service Pillow Service 24 hour airport transfers available on request (at additional cost) Porter Services ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Late checkout/day use room subject to availability Check in time: 14:00 Check out time: 10:00 Children s Policy we love kids of all ages, child-minding services is available at an hourly rate. A baby changing/feeding room is located in reception area. 6 7
CAMDEBOO DAY SPA Camdeboo Day Spa, surrounded by lavish gardens and a stinkwood forest which lends the spa its name, is housed in a century-old building. The spa is part of the African Pride Irene Country Lodge, a haven of luxury and relaxation. This pristine and intimate spa offers skin and body treatments designed to soothe the mind, rejuvenate the body, and transform your mental and physical stress into total relaxation. Offering 4 Treatment rooms of which 2 are double Treatment rooms, private change rooms, Steam room, Sensation Showers, Sauna, Techno Gym, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi, Relaxation areas, Juice Bar and Outdoor treatment areas you will be completely immersed in our calm environment. Camdeboo s philosophy is to bring a sense of balance with a gracious culture steeped in hospitality, high levels of service and attention to detail. True to the Irene tradition Camdeboo has developed their own signature product range, MILK. The MILK products are fitting - not only for a spa next to a dairy farm but because like Camdeboo itself, they are an intensely soothing and refreshing product range. A range of unique rituals and treatments have also been designed around MILK to give you a pure & wholesome experience. Camdeboo Day Spa welcomes all young adults above the age of 16 years. COMPLIMENTARY AREAS FOR ALL GUESTS: Techno gym Sensations showers Steam room Sauna Outdoor swimming pool Pool lounge areas Jacuzzi Private change rooms Café (during the day) 8 9
CONFERENCE FACILITIES CONFERENCE INFORMATION DCP PACKAGES African Pride Irene Country Lodge has 5 conference rooms seating between 8 and 110 delegates. Whether a big extravagant affair is on the cards or a smaller, intimate event; we handle every occasion in a professional, yet personalised manner. Offering events such as banquets, cocktail functions, luncheons, dinners, presentations, product launches and training sessions. Conference package includes the following: (Standard Equipment included in packages) Screens in all conference and event venues Data projector Flip chart Whiteboard Boardroom buddy fully stocked with stationery Conference pens and pads Mineral water, cordials and mints * Quotes can be obtained for any additional equipment you may require as well as breakaway room options. FULL DAY CONFERENCE PACKAGE INCLUDES: 3 tea/coffee breaks with snacks Lunch in Meadow Green Restaurant Venue hire Standard conference equipment HALF DAY CONFERENCE PACKAGE INCLUDES: 2 tea/coffee breaks with snacks Lunch in Meadow Green Restaurant Venue hire Standard conference equipment Capacity breakdown: Room Banquet Boardroom U-shape School Room Theatre VENUE Meadows 20 15 15 15 30 Executive Boardroom 30 20 20 20 30 Library 60 30 30 60 80 St. Andrews 100 40 40 100 110 Banquet Ceremony Cocktail Conference Nomadic 150 200 200 N/A 10 11
BANQUETING AND SPECIAL EVENTS From the sweeping, romantic oak tree lined lanes and the stone façade, to the roaring fireplaces and luxurious finishes, African Pride Irene Country Lodge is an inviting and convenient setting, befitting of any occasion. There is simply no better place to captivate your GUESTS. Depending on the time and area you would like to host an event the following is suggested: OPEN AREA LAKESIDE The Lakeside Open Area is ideal for your type of event. The tables can be set at the open area next to our beautiful lake. Mezze platters (as per your selection) will be served. We have a Lakeside bar from which your GUESTS are welcome to order their drinks. A gift/welcome drink s table with either jug of juice or drinks of your choice can be set. Table decorations like thank you gifts and flowers are permitted in this area. There will be staff and waiters to assist with orders from the bar. PRIVATE VENUE At a cost, dependant on the size of your group we offer private venues, which are ideal for all group sizes. A variety of mezze platters, cocktail menu or plated menu can be served. At the private venues any games, visual equipment, decorations etc. are permitted. Private venue costs only include staffing, set up, cutlery, and linen (white chair covers and white table cloths). You are welcome to bring decorations relating to your event. CAMDEBOO DAY SPA We have a lovely Spa on the premises. If your GUEST S book for treatments in the Spa, we could serve mezze platters, drinks etc and you can enjoy all the Spa facilities for the duration of the treatments. The Spa has a lovely restaurant where the tables will be set according to the size of your group. Sundowners at the gazebo, bathed in gentle sunlight, lend a tranquil touch to the already magical surroundings. Are you planning to have an engagement party, kitchen tea, stork party, birthday celebration, anniversary or just a romantic dinner? Find out how we can make your event special, send us your enquiry or phone +27 (0) 12 667 6464 and we will be happy to assist. THE MEADOW GREEN RESTAURANT The Meadow Green Restaurant boasts exquisite culinary creations carefully prepared by some of the country s finest chefs with buffets as well as fine dining à la carte options. The Meadow Green Restaurant serves: BREAKFAST BUFFET: Monday to Saturday from 06h30 10h00 Sunday from 06h30 10h30 LUNCH BUFFET: Monday to Fridays from 12h30 15:00 South African Fare from 13h00 15h30 Sunday Lunch Buffet from 13h00 15h30 DINNER BUFFET: Monday to Sunday from 19h00 22h30 EVENING UNDER THE STARS: Saturday evenings from 19h00 22h30 For a special, romantic Saturday night out with class, style and sophistication. Come enjoy our seafood extravaganza, accompanied by the enchanted piano tunes of well-known pianist Nora Jones, to ensure that you get the deserved time out you have earned. À LA CARTE: Monday to Sunday from 13h00 15h00 (Lunch) and 19h00 22h30 (Dinner) CASHLESS ENVIRONMENT: Please note that African Pride Irene Country Lodge is a cashless property. Payment can be done via EFT, debit or credit card. 12 13
African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Nelmapuis Drive, Irene, Gauteng, South Africa Tel: +27 (0) 12 667 6464 Fax: +27 (0) 12 667 6476 Email: lodge@irenecountrylodge.co.za africanpridehotels.com/irenecountrylodge African Pride Hotels, Lodges & Country Houses, Central Reservations South Africa Tel: 0861 50 50 50 or +27 (0) 21 430 5302 Email: reservations@africanpridehotels.com africanpridehotels.com Follow African Pride Hotels on GDS codes: Amadeus: PRYIRE Galileo: 16452 Sabre: 75647 Worldspan: PIREN