Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat

Highmoor Road, Kamberg, 3300 Elandskop, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>45</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.0
Scored 9
Superb
Rated superb
45 reviews

The location and the scenery. The cottage was very roomy and the bathrooms were a huge plus. The scenery takes your breath away. Beautifully maintained trails.

Raymond South Africa
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  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
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Situated in Elandskop, within 7.5 km of Drakensberg Reserve and 16 km of uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property has mountain and lake views, and is 16 km from Kamberg Nature Reserve. All units in the apartment complex are equipped with a TV. Each unit is fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower, while some rooms have a fully equipped kitchen fitted with an oven. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Elandskop, like cycling, canoeing and hiking. Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat features a children's playground and a terrace. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 105 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Raymond
    South Africa South Africa
    “The location and the scenery. The cottage was very roomy and the bathrooms were a huge plus. The scenery takes your breath away. Beautifully maintained trails.”
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Fantastic location right up in the hills of the Drakensberg surrounded by mountains, natural dams and woodland areas. Hosts are friendly and made sure we were safe during our trip to the house.”
  • Dana
    South Africa South Africa
    “Friendly staff and host The place is perfect and peaceful best to relax and breath the fresh air”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score
For the adventure lover, beautiful surroundings, fly fishing, cycling & hiking! Preferably vehicles with good ground clearing - low water bridge & 4km of Gravel. Brackenburn Trout Retreat is situated in the picturesque Kamberg Valley in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, and is a top fly fishing destination with self-catering accommodation. Comfortable accommodation is offered in 3 self-catering cottages with braai facilities. The accommodation comprises well-equipped cottages. Two of the cottages can house 6 people with 2 bathrooms, and a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining area and lounge with a cosy fireplace, as well as a 2-sleeper cottage. There are 3 on-site dams stocked with Rainbows and Browns, ensuring excellent fishing opportunities. To complete the fishing experience, there is 1 km of river frontage of the pristine Little Mooi, rewarding fishermen who seek the pure trout fishing experience. For the keen birders, there is a bird hide on the property, as well as a jungle gym to keep the children entertained.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Media & Technology
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Ironing facilities
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • BBQ facilities
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
    • Fishing
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    Entertainment and family services
    • Children's playground
    Cleaning services
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Allergy-free room
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 20:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

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    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat

    • The prices at Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat (subject to availability). These have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms
      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Horse riding

    • Check-in at Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 6 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat on this page.

    • Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat is 1,000 yards from the centre of Elandskop. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.