DescriptionUmzimkulu River Lodge offers serviced, DB&B, B&B or Self catering accommodation on one of the most picturesque bends of the Umzimkulu River in the Southern Drakensberg. We are situated 2 hours from DBN and 6 hrs from Johannesburg in the foothills of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site. FAMILIES love it for the unhurried old world country atmosphere with days spent picnicking under the huge oaks on the river island, boulder hopping in Thrombosis Gorge or just “messing about in boats”. HONEYMOONERS revel in the privacy of a luxurious suite and private deck just meters from the river bank. FISHERMEN love it for the unrivalled opportunities to catch rainbow trout along our 2.5km stretch of river. To make sure you have a relaxing break we have babysitters on hand to offer you solitude or an opportunity to enjoy a meal without having to mop up any spillages! Umzimkulu River Lodge has recently been awarded 3 Star Grading in the Self Catering category (www.tourismgrading.co.za). We undertake to contribute to the sustainability of the Tourism Industry and are committed to quality assurance. We also boast an AA Recommended Status which is assessed on an annual basis to keep us on our toes (www.aatravel.co.za). Come and experience restoration of body and soul in truly lovely surroundings. Our peaceful valley resort which is 22km out of Underberg provides the perfect location for a retreat from city life. Here’s your chance to rest and listen to the river and the sounds of nature or spend some wholesome outdoor time with your family. DINNER CELEBRATIONS Accommodation All our fully equipped self catering units are situated just meters from the river bank with stunning views. All the units except the log cabin are equipped with log fires. All the units have individual braai facilities. In winter a complimentary bundle of firewood is supplied on arrival and additional firewood is available to purchase thereafter. The units are serviced once daily in the mornings, excluding Sundays and Public Holidays. Should you require additional assistance we can arrange to have a housekeeper available for an additional fee of R15/hour or part thereof in the afternoons. We aim to have your cottages refreshed and ready for you by 14:00 on your arrival day and we ask that you vacate your unit 10:30 on your departure day. We do however make allowances upon request if there are no other guests expected. HONEYMOON SUITE Malachite 4 SLEEPER Giant Cabin 13 SLEEPERUp market secluded log home which offers excellent privacy and spectacular views. It is ideal for a maximum of 12 adults and 1 child. Upstairs Giant has 2 double en suite rooms leading out onto veranda’s. The main en suite has a ball and claw bath from which you can overlook Thrombosis gorge! The additional 3 large twin rooms share a separate shower, separate toilet and additional bathroom. There is also a 3/4 futon in the lounge. The spacious open plan fully equipped kitchen, lounge, dining area and huge veranda with braai facilities are perfect for large family gatherings. There is a TV with DVD/VHS player but no TV reception. Downstairs There is an en suite twin room with its own entrance downstairs. There is a jungle gym with water slide and swings on the front lawn. Pied 8 SLEEPERPied is a free standing double storey house set about 50m away from the main lodge. It is ideal for a maximum of 6 adults and 2 children. It offers moderate privacy, comfortable accommodation and spectacular views. It has its own access down onto rolling lawn and the river island beyond. Upstairs it sleeps 6 upstairs in 1 double en suite room, and 2 fair sized twin rooms. Downstairs There is a bunk bed in the lounge downstairs which is suitable for under 12’s, an additional bathroom, lounge with log fire and double doors out onto the verandah. The kitchen is fully equipped with gas hob/oven, microwave and fridge/freezer and open-plan dining area also with double doors out onto the covered verandah. The private garden has beautiful views and braai facilities. Woodlands 10 SLEEPERWoodland is a free standing double storey house set about 150m away from any other buildings. It is ideal for a maximum of 6 adults and 4 children. It offers excellent privacy, comfortable accommodation, and beautiful views. It has its own access down onto rolling lawn and the river island beyond. Upstairs It sleeps 8 upstairs with 1 double en suite room (bath and shower), an additional double room, a twin room and a bunk bed on the landing with an additional bathroom to share. Downstairs It sleeps 2 downstairs with a bed-sitter tucked into a corner of the lounge. The bed-sitter is a wrought iron framed single bed with a single bed which pulls out from below. The fully equipped kitchen has a gas hob and oven, microwave and fridge/freezer and open plan dining area with double doors out onto the covered veranda, 1 additional bathroom. The lounge has a log fire and double doors out onto a veranda. The private garden and veranda have braai facilities and beautiful views Pigmy 8 SLEEPERPied is a free standing double storey house set about 50m away from the main lodge. It is ideal for a maximum of 6 adults and 2 children. It offers moderate privacy, comfortable accommodation and spectacular views. It has its own access down onto rolling lawn and the river island beyond. Upstairs it sleeps 6 upstairs in 1 double en suite room, and 2 fair sized twin rooms. Downstairs There is a bunk bed in the lounge downstairs which is suitable for under 12’s, an additional bathroom, lounge with log fire and double doors out onto the verandah. The kitchen is fully equipped with gas hob/oven, microwave and fridge/freezer and open-plan dining area also with double doors out onto the covered verandah. The private garden has beautiful views and braai facilities. Rates
DirectionsTake Exit 99 Howick/Underberg off the N3 Turn Left onto the R617 Travel through Boston Travel through Bulwer Approx 23.5km from the Engen Garage in Bulwer look out for our signage on your left Turn left onto the Coleford Rd (gravel rd) We are 8km along the Coleford Rd on your left. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Lynne Williams
+27 (0)33 701 1954
0865166036
076-8115563
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