Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve - Premium Stays in Waterval Boven
About the Hotel
Self-Catering Cottages
The cottages at Rocky Drfit Private Nature Reserve are fully equipped for self-catering. Each includes an oven, microwave, fridge, seating area, and private bathroom. The private outdoor patio offers views of the surrounding valley. Cottages come with a flat-screen TV that includes satellite and DVD channels. Some units feature a wood-fired hot tub and an indoor fireplace. The natural water supply comes from the mountain-fed Joubert Spruit.
On-Site Dining
The Fork and Spoon restaurant serves freshly prepared meals, including a sticky honey chicken and basmati rice. Breakfast is available in the garden or under a parasol on the veranda. Guests highlight the hashbrowns and pizza as top choices. Meals must be booked in advance.
Outdoor Activities
Guests can use the hiking trails with marked routes for different difficulty levels. Trails include river crossings and picnic spots. The Otter Loop and Cappi Falls hikes offer views of the waterfall and mountain streams. Cycling, fishing, and birdwatching are available within the reserve. The property has a kids' pool, an adult outdoor swimming pool with pool bar, sun loungers, and a shallow end. The children's playground and outdoor play equipment keep kids busy.
Location & Access
Rocky Drift is in the Waterval Boven district, Mpumalanga, inside a scenic enclosed valley. It is 1 hour from Middelburg and less than an hour from Nelspruit. The reserve is 45 km from Adam's Calendar, a 75,000-year-old monolithic site. It also has access to Sudwala Caves and the Blaauwboschkraal Stone ruins from the 1600s. Free private parking is available for all guests.
Services & Policies
The property offers 24-hour security, key access, and a safety deposit box. It provides check-in/check-out at any time, luggage storage, and a private check-in/check-out option. Guests can use the shared lounge and TV area. The reserve is pet-friendly, with pet bowls, a designated smoking area, and non-smoking throughout. On-site spa services are available, including a wood-fired hot tub. The reserve has a laundry service and ironing options.
Select your room type
- Cottage Garden View2 persons70 m²1 King-size bedGarden viewBalconyFireplaceroom details
- Tent2 persons40 m²1 King-size bedBalconyShowerroom details
- King Studio Sofa Bed2 persons50 m²1 King-size bedBalconyFireplaceroom details
Price and Room Availability Calendar
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid Wi-Fi in public areas
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Fireplace
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Laundry
Dining
- Poolside snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Children
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve Location
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