Olive Grove Addo | Accommodation near Addo Park

Stay among the olive trees in one of two private, off-grid villas overlooking the Sundays River Valley. Just 15 minutes from Addo Elephant National Park, The Olive Grove is a peaceful base for safari, nature and exploring the Eastern Cape.

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Our Accommodation

Private Villas in Addo

Two private self-catering villas overlooking the natural marshland, each with its own entrance, patio, kitchen, braai area and king-size bed.

Private Villa

Kalamata

King-size bed
Full bathroom
Wifi
Private patio
Secure, on-site parking
Braai/Outdoor Fireplace
Sleeper couch
Kitchen

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Private Villa

Coratina

King-size bed
Full bathroom
Wifi
Private patio
Secure, on-site parking
Braai/Outdoor Fireplace
Sleeper couch
Kitchen

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About Olive Grove Addo

A Private Retreat in the Heart of Addo

Set among our young olive orchard in the heart of Addo, The Olive Grove offers two private villas overlooking the natural marshland and Sundays River Valley.

Wake to birdsong, enjoy coffee on your private patio, spend the day exploring Addo Elephant National Park, then return to your own private space for a braai beneath the stars.

We’re close enough to Addo’s restaurants, shops and park entrance to make exploring easy, while still giving you somewhere peaceful to come home to.

Nature on your doorstep. Everything else just minutes away.

15 minutes from Addo Elephant National Park A convenient base for self-drive safaris and guided game drives.

Private Villas Two independent villas, each with its own patio and outdoor space.

Off-Grid, Not Off the Map Solar-powered and designed for a slower, more independent stay without sacrificing modern comforts.

Your Own Space Ideal for couples, families or friends who want privacy rather than a traditional hotel environment.

Nature at Your Door Overlooking natural marshland, with abundant birdlife and the sights and sounds of the Sundays River Valley.

The people behind Olive Grove

The Rayments

David and Meghan have called Addo home for many years now, sharing their land with their assortment of dogs, cats and chickens.

The olive orchard behind the villas was planted by hand only in 2023. With every young tree, in the beginning, being watered by hand with buckets.

The villas themselves grew from long conversations and many glasses of wine, with every detail carefully imagined together.

Olive Grove Addo is the result of bringing a shared dream to life, a place designed to slow down, breathe deeply, and share a quiet piece of nature with loved ones.

The Area

Explore Addo & beyond

Perfectly placed on the R335 between Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) and Addo Elephant National Park, The Olive Grove sits in the heart of the Sundays River Valley, one of the Eastern Cape’s most beautiful landscapes.

Just 15 minutes from the Addo main gate, it’s an ideal base for exploring the park, with guided game drives easily arranged from the accommodation.

Addo Elephant National Park

Renowned for offering some of the closest and most spectacular elephant viewing in the world. The malaria-free reserve is home to hundreds of free-roaming elephants, alongside the rest of the Big 7. You can self-drive the loops or arrange a guided open-vehicle safari directly through us when booking.

14KM · 15 MINUTES AWAY

Sundays River

The regional hub for outdoor adventure. This scenic river system is famous for guided cruises, canoeing, and sandboarding down some of the highest coastal dunes in South Africa.

35 MINUTE DRIVE

Town Dining & Amenities

Immediate access to everyday essentials. A short distance from our gate brings you directly to local farm stalls, restaurants, supermarkets, and fuel stations.

1-2 MINUTES AWAY

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Effortless connectivity to the region’s main transit hub. Ideal for coordinating your arrival or departure flights, coastal city excursions, and accessing major metropolitan amenities.

45 MINUTE DRIVE