Port Edward Holiday Resort

Purchased in April 1947 by the Trustees of the Resort, funding for the erection of the Port Edward Holiday Resort was collected from policemen during World War II.  During the war, a number of policemen were captured by the enemy in North Africa.  They were held captive under extreme harsh conditions, which led to the member’s wives and family subscribing to the “SA Police Prisoner of the War Comfort Fund “.

In 1948 the resort housed its first holidaymakers in tents. As the resort was strictly for members and retired members of the Police, 1994 opened the door to a perfect holiday for serving and non serving members.  There from the name change from Port Edward Police Camp to Port Edward Holiday Resort

The resort today is a Section 21 non-profit organization.

After 62 year’s hard work and perseverance, the resort proudly displays its 3^rd star awarded in January 2009. Since this 2 star was awarded in November2007, Resort staff has been exceptionally industrious, upgrading units and enhancing standards.

With holiday accommodation ranging from 2 to 6 sleepers, guesthouses and 3 units built to assist disabled guests.  All units are self catering and contain all bedding, kitchen utensils, crockery, television, bath towels, stove, fridge complete with freezing space and braai area.

Guesthouses are showing off with surround sound, plasma televisions, lounge suites and a sleeper couch in the living room and air-conditioned rooms.

The resort also holds 3 conference facilities which cater from 30 to 300 people, all air-conditioned, a choice of various conference packages are on offer, which include: venue hire, stationery, morning and afternoon tea or coffee, breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Contact our friendly staff now to book your dream holiday or your conference, we look forward to accommodating you.

 

 

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