Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin
Karkloof Nature Reserve, 3270 Karkloof Nature Reserve, South Africa – Excellent location - show map
Beautiful setting and lovely house! We thoroughly enjoyed being so immersed in nature.
South Africa
4x4 or HIGH CLEARANCE VEHICLE IS REQUIRED TO REACH THESE UNITS. Located within the Karkloof Nature Reserve, Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Rockwood Mountain Cabin are three-bedroomed self-catering units nestled in and around indigenous African forest offering a tranquil and secluded escape from city life. The units are located 5 km from one another. Crisp linen and toiletries are provided for your comfort. Mountain Lodge is solar-powered. Both units have spectacular views and outdoor dining areas equipped with Big Green Eggs. Forest Lodge has a children's playground. The units are all perfectly suited for relaxing and leisurely getaways for families, friends and couples. Units are close to fresh water, rivers, dams, waterfalls, grasslands, indigenous forest and the famous hiking, walking and mountain bike trails of the Karkloof. Guests enjoy exclusive access to the Karkloof Nature Reserve for hiking, mountain biking, trail running, dam swimming, fishing and the eco-antidote to tech-boom burnout of forest bathing. Situated in the Kwazulu Natal Midlands on the famous Midlands Meander, just 20 kilometres from Howick, the property is easily accessed from the N3 freeway between Durban and Johannesburg. An hour and a half drive from Durban, a five-hour drive (door to door) from Johannesburg and 40 minutes from Pietermaritzburg.
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- Free parking
Availability
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Property practices
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Tegan
South Africa“Beautiful setting and lovely house! We thoroughly enjoyed being so immersed in nature.”- Sarel South Africa“The cabin is in the middle of the forest! Absolutely stunning and beautiful! The walks to the water fall was amazing and the forest really is a magical place!”
Jason South Africa“Beautifully comfortable and rustic accommodation in the most amazing forest setting. Absolutely incredible location and a great place to escape for a few days of peace and tranquility. Definitely worth it.”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain CabinGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
- Free parking
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional bathroom
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bath
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Terrace
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Children's playground
- Fishing
- Dining area
- Seating Area
- Daily housekeeping
- Private check-in/check-out
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Security alarm
- Safety deposit box
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Laptop safe
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Ironing facilities
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Afrikaans
- English
- Zulu
House rules
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.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 5000 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about GBP 210. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
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.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 24
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note, Rockwood Forest Lodge and Mountain Cabin are reachable by rough terrain and require 4x4 or high-clearance vehicles for access. The units are located 5 km from one another in different areas of the Reserve. We ask guests to please check-in at the Rockwood Office Reception before proceeding to either unit. Guests are further requested to please contact the Rockwood Office when they leave the town of Howick to confirm check-in. Guests are advised to follow the directions provided by the property as Google directions to Mountain Lodge are not always possible.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin 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.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
This property is accessible via an unpaved road, which may be unsuitable for some vehicles.
A damage deposit of ZAR 5,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin
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Check-in at Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.
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Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin is 3.7 miles from the centre of Karkloof Nature Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Children's playground
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Walking tours
- Bike tours
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Room options at Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin include:
- Chalet
- Villa
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The prices at Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Yes, Rockwood Karkloof Forest Lodge & Mountain Cabin is popular with guests booking family stays.
