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Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve

★★★ Portion 3 of farm Kaalbooi 368JT , Waterval Boven, ZA

9.4 guest rating· 139 reviews

About this hotel

Tranquility in Nature

Scenic Self-Catering Cottages : Enjoy well-equipped kitchens, cozy seating areas, and private outdoor patios in our cottages.

Nature's Playground : Immerse yourself in outdoor activities with cycling, hiking, and fishing amidst the stunning beauty of Rocky Drift's natural water supply.

Convenience and Comfort : Benefit from free private parking and proximity to abundant wildlife, making your stay both convenient and unforgettable.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of nature and comfort at Rocky Drift Nature Reserve!

Rooms & rates

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Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, River View (Spence)

Sleeps 3 · 50 m² · King bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>538-sq-foot room, located on the ground floor, river views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, towels, a hair dryer (on request), and shampoo</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating, fan, fresh towels every 3 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Smooth flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family House

Sleeps 8 · 125 m² · 3× Queen Bed, Bunk bed, Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

<p><strong>3 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed</strong></p><p>1346-sq-foot room, located on the ground floor, river views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms and living room</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 2 bathrooms, shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Day bed, safe, and guidebooks</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating, ceiling fan, fresh towels every 3 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Smooth flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking, pet friendly</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in </p>

Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View (Mills)

Sleeps 3 · 50 m² · King bed, Sofa bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>538-sq-foot room, located on the ground floor, patio with river views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and living room</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, towels, a hair dryer (on request), and shampoo</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Guidebooks and single sofa bed</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating, portable fan, fresh towels every 3 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Smooth flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

House, Valley View (Owl)

Sleeps 4 · 65 m² · Queen Bed, Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Free WiFi
  • Fan

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>700-sq-foot room, located on the ground floor, valley views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, towels, a hair dryer (on request), and shampoo</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Guidebooks</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating, fan, fresh towels every 3 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Smooth flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family Room with Mountain View

Sleeps 3 · 50 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Guests will have a special experience as the family room offers a fireplace. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchenette. The family room also offers a barbecue. The spacious family room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.

King Studio with Sofa Bed

Sleeps 3 · 50 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

The fireplace is the standout feature of this studio. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchenette. The studio also comes with a barbecue. The spacious studio features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower.

Tent

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Refrigerator

The tent provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Family Bungalow

Sleeps 8 · 125 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Guests will have a special experience as the bungalow features a fireplace. This spacious bungalow consists of 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the fully equipped kitchen. The bungalow also offers a barbecue. Featuring a balcony with garden views, this bungalow also provides a private entrance and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 4 beds.

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, River View (Reed)

Sleeps 3 · 50 m² · Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>538-sq-foot room, located on the ground floor, patio with river views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, towels, a hair dryer (on request), and shampoo</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, single sofa bed, and guidebooks</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating, ceiling fan, fresh towels every 3 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Smooth flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Empty Lot

Sleeps 4 · 100 m² · 4× Futon Mat

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Shared toilet
  • Additional toilet
  • Barbecue

Amenities

  • Paid WiFi
  • WiFi available
  • Kids' pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet bowls
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
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  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • Children's playground
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shallow end
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property

Location

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Portion 3 of farm Kaalbooi 368JT , Waterval Boven, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.4139 reviews

+ Lovely hosts+ Beautiful nature− Wi-Fi coverage issues− Overpriced for some
Cleanliness8.5
Service9.9
Location9.5
Room Quality9.6
Amenities9.4
Value for Money8.9

Guest review

9.0

Clean, neat had most kitchen utilities. Staff great , really peaceful. Will be back. The owner and his wife and Quinton are very good hosts and immediately assist when needed.

− Not a complaint as it was very cold but they were still busy with renovations to pool., sure it will be great for summer. Unit 4 is beautiful but needs some rails for kids closer to the high edge. The geyser on day we left was only warm not hot like previous day maybe needs checking.. An instant kettle will be good, the gas one gets cold quickly in winter.

Kevin · ZA · 2026-07-20

Guest review

10.0

Hidden gem inside a beautiful valley. Very secure, ample parking behind a closed gate. Although I stayed over as a halfway between Gauteng and lowveldt it can actually be an entire holiday of its own due to central location near kaapsehoop, mbombela and other attractions, and the property itself have beautiful nature to offer. Spacious unit, very cozy. Highly recommended!

Thomas · ZA · 2026-07-04

A peaceful and relaxing stay with exceptional hospitality.

10.0

We had a wonderful stay. The owners were incredibly welcoming, kind, and attentive from the moment we arrived. They have such a peaceful and calming presence, always speaking softly and making sure every need was taken care of. Their warm hospitality made us feel comfortable and at home throughout our stay.

− Nothing.

Tebogo · ZA · 2026-06-28

The perfect nature escape within easy driving distance from Pretoria/Joburg.

9.0

The location is stunning. Our cottage was right next to the stream and the sound of the water was therapeutic. The bed was firm but very comfortable and the electric blankets were a treat. One has to book breakfast in advance. We booked the large breakfast and it was delicious. Good coffee too.

− They could consider adding side tables to the couch in the open plan kitchen/lounge.

Desiree · ZA · 2026-06-22

True gem of a place... We are already planning our next visit.

10.0

Everyone was friendly, and the facilities, views, and accommodation itself exceeded our expectation.

− N/A

Pranav Rughubar · ZA · 2026-06-17

Guest review

10.0

Es war sehr schön

Thomas · DE · 2026-06-11

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

›Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and charges are applicable.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for ZAR 175 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Children up to and including 16 years old stay for ZAR 350 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

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Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.