Gulu Private Resort East London

ACCOMMODATION,  CATERING, 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 the kids, 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 will soon be opening our restaurant to the public for Special Events. Keep an eye on our Facebook Page to find out when we are open or email us and we will add you to our mailing list.

✓   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, approximately 2km from the Gulu beach.

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

Yes

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

R580.00 single (excluding breakfast)

R700.00

Adults Sharing

R880.00 (excluding breakfast) per room

R1 200.00

2 Adults + 2 Children

N/A

*R1600.00 per unit

Breakfast:  Hot + Cold (House Menu)

R90.00 per person

R90.00 per person

Dinner:  House Menu

R120.00 per person

R120.00 per person

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

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 and décor.  Feel free to request an all-inclusive quotation, taking the stress out of your event. 

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 ICA/Aleit Academy chefs 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 and deliver free of charge to the East London area. This includes house catering, 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 Family Units)

•  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 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 100 guests, The Fish Eagle Deck offers the bridal couple the perfect location for their wedding reception.

Wedding Co-ordinators

Bar & Bartenders

Our 2 qualified inhouse event co-ordinators and 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. 

A Bartender fee of R80.00 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 R14000.00 includes the following:

Wedding Décor

Catering & Waitron Staff

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

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.

Not Included

Accommodation

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

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: