Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre is a 100% Black-owned lodge, restaurant, and wedding and conference venue on Dagbreek Farm, R69 Hlobane Street, Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal, roughly 7 kilometres from Vryheid town centre. Operated by Black Horse Holdings (Pty) Ltd through its Black Horse Venue and Black Horses Lodge & Restaurant divisions, the property combines free-standing rondavel-style accommodation with a large wedding and conference venue seating up to 900 guests, set in a picturesque valley on the R69 near the Ithala Game Reserve. Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre is focused on the development and empowerment of women and youth, alongside job creation and skills development in the Vryheid area.

Setting and Location

Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre sits on rustic farmland just outside Vryheid, offering majestic views of mountains and valleys, with the beautiful gardens, tranquil setting, and working farm creating a genuine sense of peace and tranquillity. Farm animals roam the property, adding to the ambience and keeping children entertained during stays and events. Guests can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including fishing nearby, and the property is within reach of Vryheid Hill Nature Reserve and the historic Kambula Battlefield.

Accommodation

Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre offers a four-tier accommodation model across free-standing rondavels, each individually styled and furnished.

• 6 Standard Rooms, accommodating a maximum of 2 guests each
• 2 Standard Double Rooms, accommodating a maximum of 4 guests each
• 3 Family Units, accommodating 4 to 5 guests each
• 3 Executive Suites

Executive and Family rooms feature a kitchenette with a bar fridge, and all rooms include a TV with selected DStv channels. A Wi-Fi hotspot is available in the main lounge, breakfast is included with all bookings and served in the main dining room, and lunch and dinner are available on request. Check-in is from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM, and all children are welcome, with room capacity varying by room type.

The Wedding and Conference Venue

Adjacent to the lodge is a dedicated wedding and conference venue that seats up to 900 guests, one of the largest single-venue capacities in the greater Vryheid area. This scale makes Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre suited to large weddings, community gatherings, and sizeable conferences that smaller Vryheid venues cannot accommodate, while still offering the intimacy of on-site accommodation for the wedding party or conference delegates.

Restaurant and Dining

The on-site restaurant at Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre specialises in African cuisine, with staff going out of their way to cater for specific dietary requirements, including gluten-free and coeliac needs. A shared lounge is available for guests to relax in beyond their individual rondavels.

Facilities

• 24-hour security on site
• Swimming pool and peaceful garden
• Spa facilities
• Free Wi-Fi and BBQ facilities
• Free private parking
• Conference and meeting/banquet facilities available for an extra charge
• On-site golf course available for an additional fee

Getting There and Contact

Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre is at Dagbreek Farm, R69 Hlobane Street, Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal, 3100, approximately 7 kilometres from Vryheid town on the R69, near the Ithala Game Reserve.

• Phone: 087 527 0246
• Website: blackhorses.co.za
• GPS Coordinates: 27.7672°S 30.9027°E

Best For

Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre suits couples planning a large country wedding for up to 900 guests, corporate groups needing conference facilities away from a city centre, and leisure travellers wanting a peaceful farm-based stay near the Ithala Game Reserve and Vryheid Hill Nature Reserve. Guests consistently praise the staff’s warmth and willingness to go the extra mile, with one guest specifically noting the “homie feel” of the rondavel accommodation and how well it suited their family. Couples rate the location highly, with an average score of 8.6 for a two-person trip on Booking.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre located?
A: Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre is on Dagbreek Farm, R69 Hlobane Street, Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal, 3100, about 7 kilometres from Vryheid town centre. It sits in a picturesque valley on the R69, near the Ithala Game Reserve.

Q: How many guests can the wedding and conference venue hold?
A: The wedding and conference venue at Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre seats up to 900 guests. This makes it one of the largest single-venue capacities in the Vryheid area, suited to large weddings and sizeable conferences.

Q: What types of rooms are available at Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre?
A: Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre offers 6 Standard Rooms, 2 Standard Double Rooms, 3 Family Units, and 3 Executive Suites, all in individually styled, free-standing rondavels. Executive and Family rooms include a kitchenette with a bar fridge.

Q: Is breakfast included at Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre?
A: Yes, breakfast is included with all bookings and served in the main dining room. Lunch and dinner are available on request.

Q: Does Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre offer conference facilities?
A: Yes, meeting and banquet facilities are available for an extra charge, in addition to the large wedding and conference venue that seats up to 900 guests. An on-site golf course is also available for an additional fee.

Q: Is Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre pet-friendly?
A: Pets are allowed at Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre, though pet-friendly accommodation may be limited. It’s advisable to confirm pet arrangements directly when making a reservation.

Q: Is Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre Black-owned?
A: Yes, Black Horses Lodge is a 100% Black-owned entity under Black Horse Holdings (Pty) Ltd, with a focus on the development and empowerment of women and youth. The company also prioritises job creation and skills development in the Vryheid area.

Q: What are check-in and check-out times at Black Horses Lodge & Conference Centre?
A: Check-in is from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Guests are asked to inform the lodge of their expected arrival time in advance.

For more lodges and large-capacity wedding venues in Vryheid and Northern KwaZulu-Natal, browse our Vryheid event venues directory, or explore all KwaZulu-Natal event venue listings on Event Venues SA for venues across the province.