Winding down the oak-lined country lane where cows graze in green pastures, you will arrive at a haven of peace and tranquility in the hub of South Africa's economic heartland.

Nestling in the historic village of Irene, the Irene Country Lodge is centrally located between Johannesburg and Pretoria, and a mere twenty-five minute drive from Johannesburg International Airport.

The area has a rich cultural heritage and many national leaders and historic figures have left their mark in Irene. Smuts House is the restored home of General Jan Smuts, a former Prime Minister of South Africa and world statesman.

This historical site, as well as others of interest, can be found in Irene and Gauteng.

Nestled in the historic village of Irene, centrally located between Johannesburg and Pretoria, the rustic charm of Irene Country Lodge awaits you.

All 50 en suite rooms (3 suites and 47 double or twin rooms) have been gracefully designed in variations of English Country Manor style. Rooms that epitomize good taste with stately wooden furniture and rich fabrics.

All facing onto the lake, combined with modern day creature comforts such as 16 hour room service, wireless internet access, direct telephone dialing, Guestlink and DSTV satellite television, mini bars. 16 Hour restaurant services plus an unmatched environment, where one finds oneself surrounded by many species of birds and not forgetting our herds of cows.