Best Getaways 
Bellevue Forest Reserve
Based in the Eastern Cape, South Africa Bellevue Forest Reserve is the ideal break away into the wild to forget about the everyday hustle and bustle. Accommodating families with children, honeymoon couples and young travelers we have exactly the ADVENTURE you are looking for. Being Big 5 country your adventure starts right here. With its origins emerging from a time long forgotten and being born from an old railway village and farmland, has now over time become a private game reserve of vast natural beauty. Conveniently located in the malaria-free area of the Eastern Cape a mere 80 km from Port Elizabeth. Set inside this 2500m² reserve of indigenous bush-veld are our two unique Lodges. Elephants Lodge: Crowning the ridge amongst magnificent age-old indigenous Milkwood Trees, Elephants Lodge overlooks the endless valleys of the Bellevue Forest Reserve. Teeming with wildlife and where a world of intrigue awaits you. Game drives, walking safaris and daily activities are some of the excursions we offer to guests. Children are welcome. StarGazer Camp: As the name implies, the StarGazer Camp is the perfect place to forget about the world around you and become part of the endless expanse of the heavens. Roof’s and walls are replaced by trees draped with hanging lanterns, romantically enveloping an inviting bed so when the lights go out, your suite is magically illuminated by the stars above.
Area Info
In the foothills of the Zuurberg Mountains and the lush valleys of the very exclusive Bellevue Forest Reserve, bang in the middle of game reserve country, lies the little village of Paterson - named after its founder, John Paterson. Not quite midway between Shamwari and the Addo Elephant Park, you would be right to assume it an obvious stopover for game viewing enthusiasts, just off the N10 en route to Cradock - its six grain silos a significant mark against the skyline otherwise dominated by thicket.
Units and Rooms
Elephants Lodge Double Room
Guests: 2
A double room with a king or twin size bed and an en-suite bathroom. Each bedroom is equipped with tea- and coffee-making facilities, overhead fan, safe and toiletries.
Elephants Lodge Family Room
Guests: 4
A family room with a king- size bed, twin beds and an en-suite bathroom. Each bedroom is equipped with tea- and coffee-making facilities, overhead fan, safe and toiletries.
Stargazer Camp
Guests: 2
The Stargazer Camp is ideal for audacious visitors to Africa looking to explore authentic overnight safari options offering a very rustic, camp atmosphere in a carbon free environment.The camp is located inside one of Bellevues forgotten railway culverts.
Waggie Mountain Escape
Guests: 4
Boasting garden views, Waggi Mountain Escape offers accommodation with a patio and a kettle, around 17 km from Addo Carol's rest waterhole. Situated 21 km from Ann's Villa - Blacksmith Museum, the property features a garden and free private parking.
Elephants Lodge Safari Tent
Guests: 2
Enjoy breathtaking views of the reserve from your private timber decks, where these en-suite tents with thatched roofs and wooden flooring promise a unique Safari experience.
