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shireecolodge

Eco lodge on the edge of the 2nd largest indigenous forest in South Africa, a unique architectural experience. Home to a rare wild africa bulbs

The Shire Eco Lodge
Gethyllis cavidens about to open Gethyllis cavidens about to open
What a fairytale wedding 🥂✨🍃 Stunning phot What a fairytale wedding 🥂✨🍃
Stunning photography by @estefania_romero 

Huge Congratulations 🍾

Video: Michael Beyers
Makeup: Beautiful by Bea
Dress: Lorette Designs
Venue: The Shire Eco Lodge

#fairytalewedding #stutterheim #getlostinthemagic #dreamy #weddinggoals #easterncape
Did you know each of our chalets have a set of lof Did you know each of our chalets have a set of loft beds accessible with a sliding ladder. Makes bedtime more fun 😉

#quirky #hiddengems #woodenwonder #woodwork #structuralart #easterncapetourism #getaway #dreamy
“In this forest I am with my tribe of wood and l “In this forest I am with my tribe of wood and leaf, among the giants who's roots hug the earth. It is a place of ancient souls, of the creatures who dwell with the sweet sounds of moving water and bird song. Somehow this is more home than home” - Angela Abraham 

#forest #earthing👣 #postrain #green #stutterheim #adventureprovinceeasterncape #hiddengems #foresttrails
Our spring giveaway ends at midnight tonight! If y Our spring giveaway ends at midnight tonight! If you haven’t already entered go check out our Instagram feed for the giveaway post and follow the instructions. You could be the lucky winner and get to spend a weekend for 2 here🤩🌿

#springtime #giveaway #easterncape #easterncapetourism #hiddengems #woodenwonders #bucketlist #fairytale #stutterheim #dusk
Our chalets are self catering and have a kitchenet Our chalets are self catering and have a kitchenette with hot plate, microwave and fridge. On days like these it’s always great to make use of our outside braai facilities too! Happy Saturday everyone. 🌿🌼 

#selfcateringaccommodation #easterncape #hiddengems #woodenwonders #bucketlistadventures #bucketlist #stutterheim
Our curved glass corner windows make a statement. Our curved glass corner windows make a statement. They also have quite the story behind them. Read all about it on our new website.

www.shire.co.za/the-design

#easterncapetourism #easterncape #hiddengems #architecture #archiectsofinsta #designersofinstagram #glassbending
Our new website is now live!! Let us know what you Our new website is now live!! Let us know what you think. 

www.shire.co.za

The perfect getaway for the nature-loving and adventurous types, and the quietude and proximity to town makes it equally ideal for those here on business. 

Design: @threefish_designstudio 

#websitelaunch #wearebackonline #theshire #ecolodge #woodenwonders #fairytale #eaterncape #eaterncapetourism
Instagram Competition! 🤩 How about a weekend fo Instagram Competition! 🤩 How about a weekend for 2 in these wooden wonders? View our previous post for details. NB: Instagram only. 

#woodenwonders #getaway #giveaway #magical #fairytale #stutterheim #eastercapetourism #localbusiness #familyrun
GIVEAWAY! 🤩 A new season is worth celebrating GIVEAWAY! 🤩

A new season is worth celebrating 🌞 And so are local businesses, who value your support hugely - now, more than ever! 

One lucky winner will receive an ultimate #localislekker HANDMADE, HEARTFELT hamper from seven proudly South African brands including a romantic 2 night getaway🤩

You could WIN:

🌿 A beautiful wooden decor Letaba Ladder to the value of R700 from @the_little_woods_co 

🌿 A stunning set of Aloe Prints to the value of R300 from @threefish_designstudio 

🌿 A unique Vegan leather Duffel Case to the value of R200 from @nickandnichols 

🌿 An organizer’s dream Wildlife Magnetic Notepad Set to the value of R300 from @intothekruger 

🌿 An uplifting One Month’s Free Pilates Online Subscription to the value of R500 from @salterpilates (instructor will get in touch with the winner to ascertain their level and to agree on a commencement date)

🌿 A stylish Individually Handmade Porcelain Bead Necklace to the value of R390 from @sharon_erichsen_ceramics 

Aaaaand....

🌿 Enjoy a totally dreamy 2 night getaway for 2 people to the value of R1500 at the incredibly beautiful @shireecolodge (to be used within one calendar year from the date of the draw, travel to and from the lodge is for winner’s own account).

To enter the draw, head over to @the_little_woods_co & follow the entry instructions on this competition post. GOOD LUCK!

Kindly note:

Winner will be selected by random draw which will take place at the end of September & winner must comply with each entry requirement.
Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash.
This competition is not affiliated with Instagram.

#springgiveaway #woodenwonders #supportlocal #easterncape #easterncapetourism #stutterheim #southafrica
Butterflies, birds and beautiful fresh spring air Butterflies, birds and beautiful fresh spring air 🦋🐞🌿🍃 Taking a walk through the forest, just a stones throw away. 

#xholoraforest #amatolamountains #theshiretrails #morningwalk #callsofnature #musictoyourears #stutterheim #easterncapetourism
It’s magic ✨It’s about time you got yourself It’s magic ✨It’s about time you got yourself lost 🌙 

DM for rates. Website coming soon. 

#lostinthemagic #fairytale #getlost #theshire #woodenwonders #stutterheim #easterncapetourism #hiddengems
Kick off the first weekend of Spring the right way Kick off the first weekend of Spring the right way 🍃🌼🌱

Recline in a bubble of wood, the tranquillity and otherworldliness of the space will soothe, inspire and rejuvenate. 

Contact us for rates. New website coming soon. 

#theshire #ecolodge #stutterheim #easterncapetourism #capegem #hiddengems #southafrica #localislekker🇿🇦 #woodenwonders #craftmanship
Plans for the weekend? 🌿 It’s nice to have g Plans for the weekend? 🌿

It’s nice to have guests back at the Shire. Spring is just around the corner, the air is crisp and the sky is blue. Come for a visit. 

#spring #theshire #easterncapetourism #stutterheim #getaway #localislekker🇿🇦 #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal
Sweet scent of Apodolirion macowanii #southafrica Sweet scent of Apodolirion macowanii 
#southafricanbulbs #rareplants #southafricannurseries #southafricanflowers #shireecolodge #easterncape #shire #shirebulbs #getaway #outdoorlife #countrylife #southafricanbulbs #rarebulbs #travel #lodge #ecolodge #stutterheim  #forest #airbnb #hiking #adventure
Awesome little write up on The Shire, thank you! T Awesome little write up on The Shire, thank you! The Eastern Cape really has some hidden gems. Go check them out. 🤩 
https://www.roxannereid.co.za/blog/eastern-cape-accommodation-thats-budget-friendly 📷 Sarah Dirsuwei

#easterncape #easterncapetourism #easterncapeaccommodation #airbnb #airbnbexperience #hiddengems #escape #getaway #treatyourself
Where the 2 passions overlap #shireecolodge #easte Where the 2 passions overlap
#shireecolodge #easterncape #shire #shirebulbs #weddingvenue #getaway #outdoorlife #countrylife #southafricanbulbs #rarebulbs #travel #lodge #ecolodge #stutterheim #romanticgetaway #forest #architecture #uniquearchitecture #airbnb #hiking #adventure
It’s the month of L❤️VE! Our chalets are the It’s the month of L❤️VE! Our chalets are the perfect romantic getaway. Better yet the perfect getaway fullstop🤩 Come join us this month, or any month for that matter, we are here! 🌿✨ #monthoflove❤ #naturelover #lushlife #stutterheim #spoils #greengetaway #theshire #ecolodge
Nestled on the edge of a leafy paradise, mystical Nestled on the edge of a leafy paradise, mystical and spellbinding lies The Shire. 🌱🌿🍃 Spend cool mornings exploring in the dappled sunlight or enjoy the peace and tranquility found in the handcrafted wooden chalets. ✨

#theshire #theshiretrails #stutterheim #paradise #tranquility #soulsearching #twitchersofinstagram #naturelovers #perfection #southafricanholidays #takeabreak
Here’s a throwback to the construction of the ch Here’s a throwback to the construction of the chalets. The construction started in 2004 - 2009. It was quite a process from sanding the floor planks to laminating the curved ribs that give the walls their shape, however all worth it, with the first chalet up and running in 2008. 
#ecolodge #ecolodges #satourism #southafrica #stutterheim #woodworking #instaaccomodation #travel #instatravel #easterncape #hiddengems #throwbackthursday
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