Swimming Pool
A swimming pool for guests to enjoy, available when it forms part of your agreed booking. Swimming is at your own risk and children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
Kroonstad • Free State • Day Events Venue
Host Your Event at Thula Lodge
A peaceful, welcoming venue just outside Kroonstad for daytime celebrations of up to 60 guests.
Open Monday to Sunday • 09:00 – 17:00
Welcome to Thula Lodge
Nestled just outside Kroonstad, Free State, Thula Lodge is a charming venue dedicated to creating memorable daytime experiences in a peaceful and welcoming setting.
Whether you’re celebrating life’s special moments or gathering with friends, family or colleagues, Thula Lodge offers the perfect space for every occasion.
At Thula Lodge, we believe every event deserves a personal touch. Our tranquil atmosphere and beautiful surroundings provide the ideal backdrop for creating lasting memories, while our dedicated team is committed to ensuring every function is enjoyable and stress-free.
Beautiful Surroundings
Personalised Service
Memorable Experiences
Events We Host
We proudly host a variety of day events for up to 60 guests, including:
- Bridal Showers
- Baby Showers
- Book Club Gatherings
- Birthday Celebrations
- Kitchen Teas
- High Teas
- Women’s Gatherings
- Family Celebrations
- Corporate Day Functions
- And everything in between
The Venue
Thula Lodge is offered on a venue-hire basis for daytime events of up to 60 guests.
Up to 60guests per event
09:00 – 17:00Monday to Sunday
By quotetailored to your event
Hunter’s Lodge
The Hunter’s Lodge area forms part of the designated guest space made available for events.
Gardens & Grounds
Tranquil gardens and peaceful surroundings make a beautiful backdrop for your celebration.
Wildlife Viewing
Wild animals live on the property. Guests are welcome to admire them from a safe distance within the designated guest areas.
Make It Your Own
Thula Lodge is venue hire only, which gives you complete freedom: bring your own caterer, decorator and any other suppliers you love, and style your day exactly the way you imagine it.
Gallery
Good to Know
Venue Hours
We are open Monday to Sunday, from 09:00 to 17:00.
The 17:00 Rule
All events must end, and all guests and suppliers must leave the venue, by 17:00. This includes cleaning, packing up and removing décor and belongings, so please plan your timing with this in mind. A late departure fee of R1,000 applies for every 30 minutes, or part thereof, after 17:00.
Pool Safety
Swim at your own risk. Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times in and around the pool. No running or rough play.
Wildlife
All animals on the property are wild. Please admire them from a distance, stay within the designated guest areas, and never approach, touch or feed them.
Smoking & Fires
No smoking inside any building; please use the ashtrays provided outside. No open fires, braais or open-flame décor without prior written permission from management.
Location
Thula Lodge is just outside Kroonstad, Free State. Exact directions are shared once your booking is confirmed.
Request a Quote
Every event is quoted individually. Tell us your preferred date, the type of event and your expected number of guests (up to 60), and we’ll get back to you with a quote.
A booking is confirmed once the required booking fee or deposit has been paid and the booking has been accepted by Thula Lodge management.
Downloads
Please read these documents before your event and share the venue rules with your guests and suppliers.