At the foothills of the Kwazulu-Natal Drakensberg lies Summerhill Farm and Hartford House, once the residence of the last Prime Minister of Natal. The estate is the largest thoroughbred horse stud in the region. The Sheikh Maktoum of the ruling family of Dubai boards his prime stallions on the property. The Activities available at Hartford house include wildlife, self drive, walking / hiking, horse trails, country lodge, fishing, photography, birding, cuisine, mountain biking, sport facility and day excursions.

Facilities at Hartford House

Attractions at Hartford House

Hartford House is renowned for its thirteen incomparably styled luxury suites and a choice of underfloor heating, heated towel rails, Jacuzzi spa baths and fireplaces. All suites have recently been uniquely redecorated with a fusion of colour, style and texture. They are all equipped with a telephone, TV (with M-Net and Satellite Channels) and a mini-bar.

HARTFORD SUITE - Suite 1

Once the accommodation of the last Prime Minister of the Colony of Natal, this is the main superior suite in the Manor. Exquisite entrance hall, large bedroom with fireplace, dressing room, two bathrooms - one with a marble bath, the other with a shower. Views of Hartford House 's inspirational gardens from the bedroom and bathroom bay windows.

COURTYARD SUITE - Suite 3

This Hartford House suite is situated next to main suite in the Manor and offers a double bed with bathroom en-suite - no shower. Double doors lead out onto a courtyard.

MANOR SUITE - Suite 4

Twin bedded large luxurious suite with fireplace situated in the Manor - newly decorated. En-suite spacious bathroom, with bath and shower. Often booked months in advance - some people’s favourite. Overlooking the rose garden.

VERANDAH DOUBLE SUITES - Suites 5 & 8

Large luxury bedrooms with king size beds, with lounge area and generous open plan mosaiced bathroom. Corner bath and shower - under floor heating. Recently decorated with wonderful ambience and own unique character. Views of rose garden.