Based in the heart of south africas economic district the irene country lodge is a serene retreat from a bustling city in a village where roads are lined with oaks and cows graze in green pastures youd be forgiven for forgetting that you were in one of the hottest places on earth with lakeside views to rival most paintings african pride irene country lodge is a luxury upmarket hotel perfect for a luxury break each of the 74 guest rooms at the irene country lodge are spacious and filled