Rietbokspruit Farm Cottages

Rietbokspruit Self-catering accommodation in Naboomspruit Limpopo

Description

Rietbokspruit Farm Cottages is 350 hectares of unspoilt bushveld and rocky koppies in the foothills of the Waterberg. We offer nature lovers seeking peace and privacy a well-located and affordable, restful self-catering retreat to the bushveld. With a rich birdlife of over a hundred species found among the indigenous trees and grasses, the farm is yours to explore freely and your dogs are welcome. Sit in front of your own log fire or braai under the spectacular night sky, far from city lights. Enjoy the sounds of the bush - the nightjar and the haunting call of the jackal. Walk and ramble through the farm or climb steeper koppjies with your pet at your side. Electricity-free, Rietbokspruit Farm Cottages offer a break from the modern world and a retreat to simpler days. Cook by gas stove or braai, hot water is also gas-supplied. Self-catering only, these rustic, thatched cottages bring you back down to earth with their old-fashioned charm. A treat for your soul! We make no claim to offer an "exciting" holiday venue - this is rustic, simple and easy. There is no television, no plunge pool, no electricity - just peace and quiet, the sounds of nature and yourselves and you must enjoy the tranquility surrounding you to simply rest and revitalise! No quad bikes permitted on site.Rietbokspruit Farm Cottages offers a choice of 2 accommodations: Rietbok Cottage & Boekenhout Bush Cottage. Rietbok Cottage:Sleeps 4-8 adults. 4 bedrooms: - 1 in the cottage sleeps 2; 1 rondavel with en-suite shower sleeps 2-4 adults; 2 rondavels sleep 2 adults each. Twin/double beds by request on booking. Accommodation is let as 1 unit to a single group.Enjoy a tranquil and comfortable stay here. Rietbok Cottage has long hosted guests as a family home & holiday retreat. This is a down-to-earth, back to basics cottage with a rustic charm, exemplified by flickering candlelight and paraffin lamps by night. Features kitchen with fridge/freezer, gas cooker with oven, 1 main cottage sitting room with a log fire place, 1 dining room, 1 bathroom in the cottage. Outside enjoy your private (non-fenced) garden & braai area. No electricity: uses gas geysers, paraffin & candle light. Pet-friendly. Boekenhout Bush Cottage:Sleeps 2 adults - Twin/double beds by request on booking. Offering you a rustic charm, this quaint simply furnished thatched bush cottage is a hidden gem. An outside braai enables you to enjoy unspoiled views of the bushveld and watch the night skies. On chilly nights sit inside amidst candle light close to a log fire. Features kitchenette including a fridge and gas hob for easy bush cooking, 1 small lounge with log burning fire place, 1 bedroom, 1 shower room. No electricity: use gas geyser, paraffin & candle light. Braai area has views through bushveld. Back area is fenced for dogs. Pet friendly.

Contact Details:
Reservations
Tel: 086 127 6237
Int. Tel: +27 51 924 0585

Attractions

Rietbokspruit is Pet Friendly! Voted one of the top 'doggie destinations', Rietbokspruit welcomes pets by arrangement. Ideal for birders, astronomers and those just looking for some privacy and peace. The farm embraces peace and quiet and the relaxation that comes with unspoiled bushveld. Sit in front of your own log fire or braai under the spectacular night sky, far from city lights. Enjoy the sounds of the bush - the nightjar and the haunting call of the jackal. Nearly 400 hectares for hiking, a great spot to rest and read. Bring your mountain bike for excursions on or near the farm and take advantage of wandering easily through natural bushveld.

Rietbokspruit Farm Cottages

Facilities

What to bring: Your own food & beverages, wood for braai / fireplace, torches & batteries, walking shoes, hats, sunscreen, insect repellent, etc.

What we provide: All linen/towels, candles/paraffin lamps/matches, gas for fridge, cooker & hot water, cooking equipment/crockery/cutlery.

Maid service is provided free of charge for stays of 3 or more nights on an every second day basis. For group bookings or longer visits there is a nominal charge for daily servicing. Rietbokspruit has an ethos in favour of total relaxation and privacy; not the swish of a broom disturbing your lay-in.

Check in: 3pm. Check out: 10am.

Special offers

Pets Stay Free!
These pet-friendly cottages offer free accommodation to all pets! Pets stay free forever!
Spring Specials 2010
Retreat to a rustic cottage with 100% crisp linens & cosy warm blankets for the night! Situated just 2 hours north of Pretoria and 1 hour from Polokwane (Pietersburg). Escape for a night or flee the city lights over a few days away, relaxing in cosy, comfortable thatched cottages and meander through our 400 hectares of naturally beautiful bushveld. Birding, hiking and reviving your spirit. Bring your mountain bike. Canine companions welcome. Boekenhout Bush Cottage: Sleeps 2 adults. ONLY R600 for the unit for 1 night! ONLY R990 for the unit for a 2 night stay! Rietbok Cottage: Sleeps 4-8 adults. ONLY R900 per unit per night up to 4 adults, ONLY R1200 per unit per night 5-6 adults, ONLY R1500 per night 7-8 adults. Children under 4 stay free, 4-12 years 1/2 price. Max 8 adults and 6 children stay! TO VALIDATE THIS OFFER PLEASE REMEMBER TO QUOTE "RIETBOKSPRUIT SPRING SPECIALS 2010"!

Directions

Take the N1 from Johannesburg and bypass Pretoria on the Pietersburg route. Approx. 30 km after Kranskop Toll-gate take the Naboomspruit (Mookgopong) off-ramp. From Naboomspruit travel 16km North. Look for the Mineral Baths (Mineral Baddens) sign. Turn left here, travelling 1.7km on a tar road and look for the Koelemansrus road sign. Turn right at this sign onto a dirt road on which you will travel approx. 7km. Look for the EH Jackson Rietbokspruit /Halkett House sign on your left. Drive up this farm road and at the top of the road, turn right, driving through the gate signposted Halkett House and drive straight following signs.

Rietbokspruit Farm Cottages