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Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve

3.0 star property
Mountain lodge with free water park, near Kruger House Museum

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free water park
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
Feel at home
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $72
includes taxes & fees
$72 per night
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2025

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  • 538 sq ft
  • River view
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About the neighborhood

Map
Portion 3 of Farm Kaalbooi 368 JT, Emgwenya, Mpumalanga, 1195

What's nearby

  • Kruger House Museum - 5 min drive
  • Mountain Strings Zipline - 6 min drive
  • Waterval Boven Natuurreservaat - 7 min drive
  • Elands Falls - 8 min drive
  • Tranquilitas Adventure Farm - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Malaga Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Aloe's Country Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Roots Farm Stall - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪River Bar, Stone Circle Ubuntu - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve

Bring the family when you stay at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve in Emgwenya and have fun at the free water park. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A children's pool and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 5 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free water park access
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Trampoline
  • Children's games

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free water park
  • Bicycle parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Cleaning supplies

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Cleaning fee: ZAR 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 69 to 99 for adults, and ZAR 49 to 89 for children
  • Firewood is available for an extra charge of ZAR 120
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 200 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 100.00 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Rockydrift Private Nature Reserve Waterval Boven
Rockydrift Private Nature Reserve Cottage Waterval Boven
Rockydrift Private Nature Reserve Cottage
Rockydrift Private Nature Reserve
Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve Lodge
Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve Emgwenya
Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve Lodge Emgwenya

Frequently asked questions

Does Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of ZAR 100.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.
Does Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator and a microwave.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Magical getaway, less than 3 hrs from Jhb!
We had a fantastic stay, host was super friendly and helpful, on call, cottages was newly furnished, had all the basics, limited Wifi, but enough for emails and Watsapps, could watch rugby at the restaurant, meals there upon request, emergency lighting around the premises during load shedding but not in the unit so take your torches, breath taking walks and river views, enough stunning swimming spots along the multiple pristine river crossings along the way for the hot summer day walks in the cool drinkable river water, and for our old doggies first outing, the residents dogs were fantastic and welcoming and friendly and they and our normal kids just loved the venue. Keep up the good work guys!
HC, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A treat for the nature lover
The reserve is a nature lover's oasis. We were there in December, the biome is teeming with life. We spotted duiker, boomslang, baboons, mongoose and lots of colourful birds, butterflies, dragon flies and much more. The hike up the valley is beautiful. Highly recommended if you want a peaceful back to nature retreat.
Pablo, 7-night trip
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