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Fort Sesfontein Lodge

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Fort Sesfontein Lodge is located in the old German fort at Sesfontein. The fort was abandoned in 1914, and was recently restored as a comfortable 14 bedroom lodge. The rooms are arranged around the courtyard with a lush garden of old palm trees.

A gap in the mountains gives access to the valley basin of Sesfontein (six fountains) where green gardens give the landscape its special charater. In 1896 the goverment of what was then German South-West Africa built the Fort of Sesfontein as a control point for keeping in check cattle disease, arms smuggling and illegal hunting.The Fort was abandoned in 1914 and only ruins and a small army-cemetery remained in Sesfontein

Today, almost 100 years after the original establishment of the Sesfontein Station, the Fort has acquired a second lease of life after being tastefully restored as a comfortable lodge for tourists on individual holidays. The fort offers comfortable double- bed rooms and suites with bath \ shower, bidet and toilet. All rooms are arranged around the central court which has been transformed into a unique oasis-garden by plantation of old palm trees.

Use of building materials characteristic for the region, such as clay walls, stone floors and reed linings convey a very special and original atmosphere. Visitors can expect modern facilities including a supply of warm water from solar cells, mosquito nets on the four-poster beds, and ceiling fans.

The former officers mess has been refurbished as a restaurant with integrated lounge and bar. The large Swimming-pool offers the guest opportunity for refreshment and exercise.

Fort Sesfontein is ideally placed to discover the southern regions of Kaokoland. From here you can explore Himba villages and with some luck spot desert elephant wandering down the river valleys in the area. Fort Sesfontein offers guided day trips in 4x4 vehicles to the highlights of the region. Local guides are also available for those with their own 4x4 transport.

Rate - valid from 1 November 2007 - 31 October 2008

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Find Fort Sesfontein in the village of Sesfontein, on the C43.