Waterfall River Lodge

Farm stay in Van Reenen, South Africa

  1. 8 guests
  2. 4 bedrooms
  3. 7 beds
  4. 4.5 baths
Hosted by Vicki
  1. Superhost
  2. 6 years hosting

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This is one of the few places in the area with a pool.

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This is a unique, comfortable, fully kitted, self-catering house sleeping 8/10 people. Hidden in a quiet corner of our working farm it overlooks a pristine section of the Wilge River, with the famous waterfall and Nelson's Kop mountain providing spectacular scenery. Guests will be able to enjoy absolute peace, uninterrupted views and walks in almost every direction.

Please note that the property is remote and the last 200m of the access road will require a high clearance vehicle.

The space
This is a unique wooden house set in a spectacular remote setting. There are 3 bedrooms en-suite (one is a family room sleeping 2 adults and 2 children) and a further double bedroom and additional shower-room. The spacious living areas comprise 2 dining areas, 2 sitting rooms and a fully kitted kitchen. Two decks provide ample outdoor recreational space, complemented by a large natural rock pool. An extensive library upstairs houses an excellent Africana book collection, other modern reading material and board games.
Three covered, tiled garages provide direct access to the house.

Guest access
Waterfall Farm is situated on an all weather gravel road 12kms from the N3 at Van Reenen. The Waterfall River Cottage access road is approximately 2km from the public road but is stony and rough and requires a high clearance vehicle (not necessarily a 4x4). By prior arrangement guests may park under cover at the farm and transport to and from the cottage can be organised.

Other things to note
We love dogs and have our own large and friendly ones. We hope any visiting pets are controlled and peaceful as we we like to protect and enjoy our extensive wild and birdlife.
Small children and toddlers will need constant supervision as the natural rock pool is unprotected as are the verandas, rock edges and outcrops.
Due to the remote location guests are requested to arrive before dark in order to facilitate check-in and orientation.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Mountain view
River view
Waterfront
Kitchen
Wifi

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Rated 4.93 out of 5 from 138 reviews.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Guests mention

Where you’ll be

Van Reenen

From the host

Our cottage is situated on the upper reaches of the Wilge River which is the main tributary of the Vaal. We are exactly half way between Durban and Jhb, 12 kms from the N3. Our neighbour is Oaklands Country Manor. They are well known as a fine food destination and, if not too full with in- house guests, take lunch and dinner bookings. They can also provide supervised horse rides at an additional charge if they’re not too busy. The famous Green Lantern Inn in Van Reenen has a great bar and provides good, wholesome meals. Charmaine at Maharaj's cafe at the garage on the N3 makes fabulous curries and will take orders.
The cottage is close to the Eskom Ingula Pumped Storage Scheme and De Beers Pass. Both are worth a visit.
Bring fishing rods and swimming towels. There are miles of unexplored and little used gravel roads in the vicinity for mountain-bike or running enthusiasts.

Meet your host

Superhost
164 reviews
4.9 out of 5 average rating
6 years of hosting
My work: Farmer, Airbnb host
Favorite song in high school: The Hymn of Light - our school song
I’m Vicki. I’m a farmer and Airbnb Superhost with 3 lovely pet friendly houses on our farm. Classic 3 little pigs - one house of stone, one of wood and one made of straw bales.

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