Gulu Private Resort East London

ACCOMMODATION, FUNCTIONS, CONFERENCE & WEDDING VENUE IN EAST LONDON

Situated on the banks of the Gulu River just 14km away from the East London Airport,
Gulu Private Resort is the perfect destination for those looking to escape the
hustle & bustle of the city.

This privately owned family run resort in East London offers personal attention, clean and welcoming accommodation, great food and amazing views in a breathtaking natural earthy setting.

Pack your bags and escape for some well deserved down time on the beautiful unspoiled rivers and beaches of the Sunshine Coast in the Eastern Cape.

We specialise in the following:

We are open for Special Events!  Keep an eye on our website and Facebook Page page for our public events. 

✓   Accommodation
✓   Function Venue (Corporate & Private Functions)
✓   Catering (in-house & external)
✓   Conferencing
✓   Weddings & Event Co-Ordination

GULU PRIVATE RESORT ACCOMMODATION IN EAST LONDON

Our accommodation rests gently on a hill overlooking the garden within walking distance of the beautiful Gulu River.  Canoeing is complimentary for all guests staying at
Gulu Private Resort.

Our Rooms

En-Suite Rooms

Executive Suites

Number of Rooms

8

2

Number of guests per room

2

*2 Adults

Bed

1 Double

1 Double

Desk

Yes

Yes

TV + DSTV

Yes

Yes

Air-conditioner

Yes

Yes

Kitchenette

Yes

Yes (full)

Bar Fridge

Yes

Yes

Shower

Yes

Yes

Bath

No

Yes

Private Deck

No

Yes

Serviced Daily

Yes

Yes

 *The executive suites can be changed to accommodate a family unit (2 adults + 2 children).  Please enquire for this option.

Pricing

En-Suite Rooms

Executive Suites

Single Occupancy

R640.00 single (including breakfast)

R770.00 (including breakfast)

Adults Sharing

R960.00 (including breakfast) per room

R1 320.00 (including breakfast)

2 Adults + 2 Children

N/A

R1 600.00 per unit (excluding all meals)

Breakfast:  Hot + Cold (House Menu)

R90.00 per person

R90.00 per person

Dinner:  House Menu

R130.00 per person

R130.00 per person

 *Should steak be on the menu as a meal option, additional costs apply.

 *The executive suites can be changed to accommodate a family of 2 adults + 2 children.  Please enquire for this option.

 *All kids under 10 years will only be charged 50% of the meal charges.

 *No discount on the rooms for kids 4 – 11 years.

Block Booking

FUNCTION VENUE FOR PRIVATE, CORPORATE AND CHILDREN’S EVENTS IN EAST LONDON

Surrounded by nature and tranquility, Gulu Private Resort is the perfect destination for your private or corporate function offering 2 venue options to meet your specific requirements. 

Private Events

Corporate Events

Some examples of indoor and outdoor private events that we can cater for at Gulu Private Resort:

✓   Special Birthday Parties
✓   Anniversary Parties
✓   Engagement Parties
✓   Private Lunches (minimum of 12 guests)
✓   Baby showers

At Gulu Private Resort we cater for the following Corporate Events, both indoor and outdoor:

✓   Christmas Parties
✓   Year End Functions
✓   Strategy Meetings/Sessions and Product Launches
✓   Farewell Parties
✓   Team Building

Children’s Events at Gulu Private Resort

Our venue lends itself to childrens birthday parties and we have the option and the facilities to arrange a braai or a spit for the parents who attend the kiddies party, ensuring that a good time is had by all. Let us arrange the decorations, party packs, snacks, sweets, canapés and themed birthday cake as well as the entertainment which includes the following:

Venue Hire for Events & Functions

Venue Hire Rates

A venue hire fee for Gulu Private Resort will be charged that will include the following:

The first 3 hours are FREE, thereafter a venue hire fee will be charged as follows:

*Prices are subject to change without notice. *Prices do not apply to weddings 

Event Co-ordinator

We have 2 qualified Event Co-ordinators who can assist you with your event arrangements, flowers and décor.  Feel free to request an all-inclusive quotation, taking the stress out of your event.  Please provide as much detail as possible – pictures are always nice.

For outdoor functions that may be affected by the weather, our co-ordinator will have the final say on whether to move the function indoors on the day of the function.

Private Events

Gulu Private Resort boasts 2 qualified ICAChefs/Aleit Academy students at your disposal as well as some standard menu plans. We can also accommodate your own menu design should you require something different from our standard menus.

In addition to catering for the resort in the resort events, our chef’s and kitchen also do external catering for any type of occasion.  Delivery costs apply.  This includes function platters, corporate platters and even airport catering. We also produce beautifully crafted wedding cakes and themed cakes.

Contact us for more information on our catering services. Terms & conditions apply.

CONFERENCE VENUE AT GULU PRIVATE RESORT IN EAST LONDON

This laid-back riverside resort just a short distance from East London, is the ideal location for a conference or a business strategy session. 

Facilities Include:

The Conference Package

• 2 Venues – The Fish Eagle Deck (120 guests) & River Side Venue (70 guests), depending on seating plan
• Basic Equipment i.e. Projector & Screen, Microphone, Podium
• Draping if required
• Accommodation (8 En-suites + 2 Executive Suites)
  (A total of 10 single guests or 20 guests sparing)
• Larger groups are welcome as we can arrange additional accommodation in Kidds Beach (all meals at Gulu Private Resort)

•  The Venue
• Coffee/Tea/Juice & savoury snacks in the morning
• Buffet lunch
• Coffee/Tea/Juice & sweet snacks in the afternoon
• A bottle of still water, cordials, mints, pens & booklets on the tables

Conference Pricing

*Prices are subject to change without notice

GULU PRIVATE RESORT WEDDING VENUE & EVENT CO-ORDINATORS IN EAST LONDON

Celebrate your new life together with a romantic wedding ceremony and reception at Gulu Private Resort, on the banks of the Gulu River. 

The Wedding Chapel

The Reception

Our uniquely 360 degree glass roofed wedding chapel can be draped and has huge windows that make the best of the stunning views of the river on show at Gulu Private Resort.

Accommodating up to a maximum of 110 guests, round seating and 90 guests with our unique wooden furniture.  

Wedding Co-ordinators

Bar & Bartenders

Our 2 qualified inhouse event co-ordinators will ensure that your wedding is beautifully planned and executed in-line with your specific requirements. No external co-ordinators allowed.

Our fully licensed bar will supply all liquor, soft drinks, spirits, wines and sparkling wines required on a cash or TAB basis. Corkage is not allowed and no alcohol may be brought onto the premises.  Wine List will be supplied at time of site visit.

A Bartender fee of R90.00 per bar tender per hour will be charged as we do not employ bartenders on a regular basis.

Venue Hire For Your Wedding

The venue hire of R15000.00 (R13 000 Winter Special in May & Jun) includes the following:

Wedding Décor

Not Included

Our wedding co-ordinators will arrange your flowers, draping and décor on your behalf. These charges will be for your account.

Anything not specified in the wedding package and the following items are not included and must be arranged by the bridal couple:

• Priest, Pastor or Minister to officiate the service
• Music and Photographer

Catering & Waitron Staff

Added Services

Let our 2 qualified ICA trained chefs prepare one of our delicious wedding menus for you and your guests.  Should you wish to plan your own menu, this can be arranged with our chefs.

You are  more than welcome to ask your allocated co-ordinator to arrange services that are not included in the package on your behalf.  Additional costs and T’s & C’s apply.

Accommodation 

We offer a special rate for our wedding guests (only applicable for a block booking).  Please request more information if required. 

Book Your Wedding at Gulu Private Resort

For a full quotation on your wedding, please email the following information to guluprivateresort@vodamail.co.za: