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Legodi Cottage  From R2150 /night

 

Sleeps 4 people, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom.

A two-bedroomed cottage which sleeps 4 people comfortably. There is ... also space for 2 children on the large built in couches surrounding the fireplace. Fully equipped with gas stove and fridge, solar lights, large inside fireplace, outside braai area.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen

Bedroom 2

1 Queen

From R2150 /night

 

 

The Cob House  From R2150 /night

 

Sleeps 4 people, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms.

A beautiful eco-friendly two bedroomed cottage built from stone and ... earth. The cottage has two bathrooms, one en-suite and one separate. The lounge area has two full sized single mattresses on a built in sleeper. No Electricity but Gas stove & Fridge.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen

Bedroom 1

1 Queen

From R2150 /night

 

 

The Barn House  From R2150 /night

 

Sleeps 4 people, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom.

2 Loft Apartments in an Old Barn House. Each apartment ... has a Bedroom upstairs, a Lounge w/ Fireplace and separate Bathroom downstairs. Opens onto Communal Veranda and fully equipped Kitchen. Contact for discount rates for Single Apartment.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 Double, 1 Queen

Bedroom 2

1 Double, 1 Queen

From R2150 /night

 

 

Kholo's Campsite  From R600 /night

 

Sleeps 10 people, 1 Bedroom.

This is a beautiful private campsite on the banks of ... the Broedestroom river. It has a kitchen, a flush toilet and a shower. Go for a dip in the river and soak up the sun in absolute peace. Please note 4x4 cars ONLY

Bedroom 1

1 Single

From R600 /night

 

 

The Honey House   From R1250 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom.

Lovely cottage for two with an en suite bathroom, fully ... equipped kitchen and fireplace to keep you cozy. This cottage has such a magical feel about it and there is an amazing hot shower that looks out into the bush

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 Double

From R1250 /night

 

 

River Cabin 1 (2 sleeper)  From R1800 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom.

Two sleeper cabin, king-size bed or two single beds, cosy ... lounge with wood burner fireplace, en-suite with large shower leading to outside galvanised steel and wood bathtub. Fully equipped kitchenette. Private deck & River access.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 King

From R1800 /night

 

 

River Cabin 2 (2 sleeper)  From R1800 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom.

Two sleeper cabin, king-size bed or two single beds, cosy ... lounge with wood burner fireplace, en-suite with large shower leading to outside galvanised steel and wood bathtub. Fully equipped kitchenette. Private deck & river access.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 King

From R1800 /night

 

 

River Cabin 3 (2 sleeper)  From R1800 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom.

Two sleeper cabin, king-size bed or two single beds, cosy ... lounge with wood burner fireplace, en-suite with large shower leading to outside galvanised steel and wood bathtub. Fully equipped kitchenette. Private deck & river access.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 King

From R1800 /night

 

 

River Cabin 5 (2 sleeper)  From R1800 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom.

Two sleeper cabin, king-size bed or two single beds, cosy ... lounge with wood burner fireplace, en-suite with large shower leading to outside galvanised steel and wood bathtub. Fully equipped kitchenette. Private deck & river access.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 King

From R1800 /night

 

 

River Cabin 4 (4 sleeper)  From R2700 /night

 

Sleeps 4 people, 1 Bedroom.

Four sleeper cabin, 2 king-size beds or 1 King-size/2 ... Single beds, cosy lounge with wood burner fireplace, en-suite with large shower leading to outside galvanised steel and wood bathtub. Fully equipped kitchenette. Private deck & river access.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

2 King

From R2700 /night

 

 
Full Kitchen
Garden
Patio
Stove
Fridge
Microwave
Covid-19 Certified
Braai/BBQ Area
Parking on Premises
Fireplace
Tea and coffee facilities

Welcome to Zwakala River Retreat,

Zwakala River Retreat is a perfect place to chill and get away from the stress of the city life. Our Limpopo self-catering accommodation is simply beautiful and in some of the accommodation we have chosen not to have electricity. Instead we believe that the simplicity of candle light and lamps, steaming hot water from a donkey boiler and a 'lekka' fire make for romance, talking, dreaming and togetherness.

For those of you who need electricity for reasons of your own, the Farm House and the Barn House are connected. The newly built Scandinavian inspired River Cabins are also connected. We have an award winning craft brewery on site offering a range of natural & delicious beers and for those of you looking to destress an onsite River Spa offers a range of treatments using South African natural products and local oils and herbs.

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Property Type Cottage, Camp, Self Catering
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Reviews

[Deleted User 587161 ] [Deleted User 587161 ]
22 March 2022

If only could I could have stayed a bit longer! I will let the off the grid campers know about Zwakala.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Sara Garratt
12 July 2021

Zwakala is a treat! Comfortable and beautiful - the kind of place where your soul sings. We hope we will be back when it's warmer and we can enjoy the river. A beautiful place to both explore the surroundings, and just relax in front of the cottage.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Aldre De Jager
03 January 2020

We had a magical stay at Zwakala, right next to the river, so tranquil and we even caught a few fish.

Denise is a superstar and went out of her way to make our visit as comfortable as possible.

We will definitely visit again!

Superb. 5 out of 5
FRANK DE VILLIERS
01 January 2020

We had a local lager at and a good meal at the Zwakala Brewery. Our accommodation, Honey House was a 2 minute drive from the restaurant. The unit had fantastic linen and lots of attention to detail.
There is no electricity, but adds to the charm. We had the best sleep in months.

The road is difficult to drive on if you have a small city car. Next time we will take food with to braai at the cottage.

Overall this stay exceeded our expectations.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Anette Erasmus
29 December 2019

We had a wonderful 4 night stay at Zwakala River Kholo camp. The camp has a kitchen and small dining area as well as separate toilet and shower. Hot water is always available.
The fire pit and boma area is well planned and wood was provided.
We especially enjoyed the hot water in the additional outside open shower overlooking the river.
The river swim was refreshing and the kids had lots of fun.
Our host Denise was very friendly and accommodating in assisting us to charge specialized equipment at the main restaurant about 1km from the camp.
Really enjoyed our stay!

Fabulous. 4 out of 5
Rory Spence
22 December 2019

A beautiful little cottage! So quite with a beautiful view. Rustic with small little detail to make it special! ❤️

Superb. 5 out of 5
Ling-yi Huang
04 November 2019

Great place to stay ! Very beautiful and relaxing environment. Zwakala Brewery is definitely also a treat ! Very friendly and helpful staff that is willing to assist in any way!
Best place to watch a rugby final !

Superb. 5 out of 5
r0sscairns
17 March 2018

My wife and I got married at Mina’s and we can not recommend this place more! Whether it’s for a wedding, a quiet family weekend or a few beers at the brewery, it is a fantastic option in the gorgeous Magoebaskloof area. A family run farm where you leave feeling like friends. The accommodation is wonderfully rustic farm stay in a tranquil setting. It will always be very dear to our hearts and we will be back to visit regularly.

Superb. 5 out of 5
HELEN M
17 February 2018

Camping here is the most restful and soulful break for city slickers and country folk alike. The River snakes past the campsite and you sit around the fire listening to it gurgling along. Swing off the rope and plunge into its refreshing water or go for a long forest walk. If you prefer more home comforts book one of the riverside cob houses. No electricity, no WiFi, but so so cozy and relaxing you get to recharge the battery that is most important, your precious life.

Superb. 5 out of 5
danib36
08 January 2018

No electricity. Light a fire under a donkey boiler for hot water. Cook outdoors on a open fire. Swim in the river in front of your cottage. Walk up to the craft beer brewery on the farm, the beer is great. Cycling or walk for hours on routes in the forests surrounding you. Gaze up into the star filled night sky, you might even catch one shooting through. This place is fabulous!
Stayed in the Cob house. Its basic, but fully kitted out kitchen (no electricity, you don't need it!) the most comfortable beds. The water is pipping hot. Can't wait to return there as soon as we can.

Superb. 5 out of 5

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Haenertsburg Reviews

Dickey Wheeler
07 March 2022

Nice, very friendly people, excellent food.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Chené Bush
22 April 2021

Views are spectacular!!!

Superb. 5 out of 5
Jenna Johnson
23 March 2021

Horse riding through the forest, walking around the quaint town, visiting the brewery, ziplining down the river and meeting lovely locals!

Superb. 5 out of 5