The border town of Penhalonga is home to one of Zimbabwe’s best-kept secrets: La Rochelle, a magical cross twixt fairy tale castle and French chateau.

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La Rochelle Estate, Imbeza Valley, Penhalonga

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Monday 07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 20:00
Thursday 07:00 - 20:00
Friday 07:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:00 - 20:00

This beautiful destination, near Penhalonga, Mutare, with its recently restored buildings and re-laid gardens, is the ideal country breakaway and is less than three hours from Harare on newly paved roads. Originally the home of Sir Stephen and Lady Virginia Courtauld, this historic Country House is owned by the National Trust of Zimbabwe and boasts one of the finest arboretums in Southern Africa with some 800 varieties of trees from around the world. The La Rochelle Country House and Spa boasts luxury accommodation, great seasonal food and wines as well as a wide range of activities for every member of the family.

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03 August 2018

"If you truly love nature, you’ll find beauty everywhere" - Van Gogh
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01 August 2018

View from our West Wing Cottage. A 5-bedroom cottage, with own lounge and kitchenette. Perfect for a family or friend’s getaway. Available as self-catering or full-board.
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31 July 2018

Come visit us this school holiday, we have a whole garden for little adventurers and plenty of relaxing activities for parents.
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28 July 2018

Welcome to our reception area.
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27 July 2018

Weekend forecast, 100% chance of gin. Best enjoyed in the La Rochelle garden.
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26 July 2018

Happy colours from the orchid house.
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23 July 2018

Cheesecake and coffee = the perfect cure for Monday blues.
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20 July 2018

High-tea and a game of croquet in the winter sunshine.
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19 July 2018

A reminder about our July Special - 20% off all bookings of 2 rooms or more. Email reservations@larochellecentre.com to book.
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16 July 2018

"Unexplored paths lead to undiscovered treasures."
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15 July 2018

Guests enjoying a stroll through the Dell.
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13 July 2018

Pops of colour from our aloe garden.
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12 July 2018

Book your next strategy session, workshop or conference in the La Rochelle Conference Centre. We offer a number of different packages that include refreshments, lunch, all the latest conferencing equipment, wifi and access to the La Rochelle garden and activities. Email us on reservations@larochellecentre.com for a customised quotation.
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11 July 2018

After dinner treats by a cosy fireplace. Don't miss out on our July Special - 20% of all bookings of 2 rooms.
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09 July 2018

Throwing it back to yoga in the La Rochelle garden. We still have a few places left on the David Michie meditation workshop from the 20th to 22nd August 2018. Email reservations@larochellecentre.com if you would like to book. Only $300 per person sharing per night - all inclusive.
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06 July 2018

This weather calls for coffee and chocolate cake. Agree?
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06 July 2018

Only a few places left. Email reservations@larochellecentre.com to book.
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05 July 2018

#tbt to when the beautiful Lady Virginia orchid was in flower.
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02 July 2018

Weekend dreaming already. Time to start planning the next one. Book with us for Heroes Weekend - 10th - 14th August 2018 - reservations@larochellecentre.com