The Art of hospitality @ Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa
What is ‘The Drawing Room’?
Introducing the Drawing Room - a luxurious space adorned with exceptional art, sculptures, and ceramics.
"IT’S NOT WHAT YOU LOOK AT, BUT WHAT YOU SEE " - Henry Thoreau
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa, Johannesburg are thrilled to unveil thier latest addition to the hotel's charm – the Drawing Room, a reimagined space where creativity comes to life and transformed into an artistic haven. This room offers a unique showcase of South Africa's burgeoning young talent and boasts stunning pieces of art.
“The Drawing Room” originates from the 16th century when it was called the "withdrawing room," a place where guests could retreat for private conversations or relaxation. Assisted by renowned art curator Tyron Selmon, of Art Eye, Fairlawns presents a collection of art pieces, available for both admiration and acquisition. Managing Director, Michael Kewley's vision goes beyond mere decoration; he aims to offer guests an opportunity to explore and acquire sophisticated art pieces that transcend the boundaries of conventional tourist art.
By hand-picking each featured artwork, Kewley ensures that guests experience a curated journey through artistic expression. This venue serves as an ideal setting for business meetings, private celebrations, or intimate gatherings. With a capacity to host private meals for 20 people or cocktails for 35, it offers a versatile space for various occasions.
Book a private dinner amidst captivating artworks where beautiful stories unfold…
Images featured are works by left: Abdulsalam Abiola
and right: Thokozani Mthiyane
Babanango Game Reserve ... setting the bar high with re-wilding & conservation
you are spoilt for choice at Babanango… it’s so much more than a game reserve!
Madwaleni river lodge - ultra luxury
Nestled beside the White Umfolozi River, the flagship lodge offers an extraordinary opportunity to revisit the refined elegance of a past era in luxury travel.
Boasting twelve bespoke spacious safari-style tents, each with a plunge pool and private views of the river, guests will have a completely immersive nature experience.
ZULU ROCK LODGE - LUXURY
Perched on a peak within the valleys of Babanango, offering breathtaking views across the reserve. With six luxurious free-standing villa-style suites and one family villa, this is the lodge that appeals to couples looking for a secluded safari breakaway.
Treat yourself with in-room service or sip sundowners on the deck besides the elevated pool while watching the wildlife in the valley below.
VALLEY LODGE
Situated deep in the southern section of the reserve, it remains on of the most cherished treasures. This homely lodge offers the perfect retreat for couples, families, and group getaways.
It has a farmstead-style setting overlooking the Nsubeni River Valley and features nine luxurious suites that are elegantly decorated and fully equipped with contemporary comforts.
THOUGHTS FROM THE CEO, DR ANDREW BAXTER
Among the many delightful discoveries emanating from Babanango Game Reserve is an extraordinarily rich recored of archaeological finds - some dating back to the Early Stone Age hundreds of thousands of years ago. This topographically diverse and geologically complex region of Zululand has clearly held a special place for people since the earliest times.
One of the more interesting finds is an Iron Age hill-top embattlement comprised of fortified stone walls and pot sherds on the top of a huge granite dome, known as Madwaleni. This hill-top fortification is consistent in design with the “Moor Park” culture that dates to the early second millennium - but also differs in respect of construction material and orientation - making the discovery even more fascinating.
We will soon embark on an extensive archaeological survey of the greater Babanango Game Reserve and expect to uncover many more exciting clues as to the antiquity and cultural heritage of this fascinating region.
The Outpost & The Old Rectory go 'solar'
Rare Earth lives up to it’s name and goes ‘Solar’
a sustainable and enhanced guest experience
We look forward to a green 2024 as we ended 2023 on a high and enviromentally positive note with the news that the solar installations at both The Outpost and The Old Rectory had successfully come online.
These alternative power sources are not only more environmentally sensitive, but cost effective to run and allow us to offer a seamless guest experience, avoiding the frustration and inconvenience of power limitations or any service interruptions and disturbance from generators.
