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Featuring free WiFi, De Ark Guest House is situated in Lydenburg, 850 metres from the town center. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The Phabeni Gate of Kruger National Park is 112 km away. Rooms include a TV with satellite channels. Certain units feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Some units include views of the pool or garden. Every room comes with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is a hairdresser's at the property. You can play billiards at the guest house. Dr Visser Medical Doctor is 500 metres from De Ark Guest House, while Jocks Country Stalls is 2.4 km away. Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is 73 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.6
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  • Carole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We stayed at De Ark to break our driving journey from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit after a long overnight flight, we needed somewhere quiet and comfortable to recharge and achieved exactly that. An oasis of calm in a busy town. Loved the beautiful...
  • Shongwe
    South Africa South Africa
    We had great time staying at the premise as it peaceful and clean, can't mention the breakfast it was mouthwatering.
  • Mcphail
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The proprietor was very welcoming and helpful. The guest house had a lot of character.

Hosted by Francis

9.4
9.4
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Francis
Celebrating more than 150 years of existence, De Ark House is one of Lydenburg's oldest and most prominent buildings. De Ark Guest House features magnificent guest rooms in the grandest of fashion, a Victorian tea garden secluded by rose thickets and a breakfast / dining room befitting of royalty. The De Ark House dates back to 1857, which makes it one of the oldest remaining buildings in Lydenburg. In 1893 it was converted into a double-storey building, as it was expected of the parson’s wife to accommodate church men who stayed far in the district.
Francis has a love for old buildings and has been decoratively transforming numerous old buildings until she bought the old parsonage in Lydenburg and converted it into a colonial style bed and breakfast accommodation. Each room is differently decorated in period style in her stylish eclectic taste. She is a hands on manager that lives on the property and thus always available to her guests. Francis also conceptualize themed events and personalized weddings which are then hosted at De Ark Guest House.
De Ark Panorama Route on the Kruger Lowveld is one of South Africa’s most visited and most loved tourist routes. It is jam–packed with incredible natural wonders and sights. It straddles all along the Long Tom Pass spreading tentacles along the route. The highest point of the pass is 2150 metres above sea level. South Africa is globally renowned for its phenomenal game viewing and sound conservation ethics. Nowhere is it more apparent that in the iconic Kruger National Park. The nearest gate to the Kruger Park is 90 Minutes from De Ark Guest House in Lydenburg in the Mpumalanga Province.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of De Ark Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Pet bowls
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Shallow end
    • Swimming pool toys
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Fence around pool
    Wellness
    • Foot bath
    • Hair styling
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair cut
    • Hair treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    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.

    House rules

    De Ark Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation 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.

    Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    0 - 4 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    12+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 250 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Bankcard De Ark Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please inform De Ark Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about De Ark Guest House

    • Room options at De Ark Guest House include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Twin/Double

    • De Ark Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Hair colouring
      • Hair treatments
      • Foot bath
      • Swimming Pool
      • Hair styling
      • Hair cut
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Beauty Services

    • De Ark Guest House is 0.7 miles from the centre of Lydenburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, De Ark Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at De Ark Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at De Ark Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • De Ark Guest House has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant