Boutique five-star hotel, Lakeside Lodge & Spa on the Garden Route close to Sedgefield has been awarded finalist status in the second annual Sanlam Top Destination Awards.  The awards programme aims to uplift those in the hospitality industry and to showcase top establishments, giving them extra recognition where it’s deserved.

Already an award-winning estate, having recently won Best Tourism Establishment at the Sanlam Knysna Awards 2016, Lakeside Lodge & Spa boasts luxury accommodation and has built up an establishment that incorporates an in-house restaurant, Benguela Brasserie & Restaurant headed up by Chef Kelly-Anne Pietersen, the rejuvenating boutique Lakeside Spa, tantalising water sport activities, an immaculate lawn for lounging and a pool area to refresh during the hot summer months.

40 establishments will be announced winners at the awards ceremony on Tuesday, 6 September 2016 taking place at The Bay Hotel in Camps Bay, Cape Town.

For more information on Lakeside Lodge & Spa please call 044 343 1844 or visit their website. Also visit their Facebook page, follow them on Twitter and Instagram.