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Rockwood Lodges

4.0 star property
Lakefront lodge in Karkloof Nature Reserve

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Rockwood Lodges offers the perfect lakeside retreat. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the garden, take in breathtaking views from the terrace, or try your hand at mountain biking and fishing. With an arcade/game room for entertainment and dry cleaning/laundry services to keep you fresh, this lodge has everything needed for a memorable stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Kitchen
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Why we love this property

Luxury lodge retreat
Guestrooms showcase curated, individual decor paired with premium bedding. Each room offers a private deck, perfect for savouring fresh air.
Nature's playground
This lodge sits on a lake and river, offering fishing and mountain biking opportunities. Winding trails, a terrace, and picnic area complete this outdoor haven.

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Forest Lodge

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
  • 150 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Mountain Lodge

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 150 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury House, 4 Bedrooms (Farm )

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
  • 500 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Luxury Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Farm)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Farm)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
Karkloof Nature Reserve, Karkloof Nature Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 75 min drive
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lighthouse - ‬42 min drive

About this property

Rockwood Lodges

Enjoy your visit to Karkloof Nature Reserve with a stay at Rockwood Lodges. Free self-parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with on-site hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 24
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an access code
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 24
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, covered on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Playground
  • Trampoline
  • Children's games

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Paddle boating
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife viewing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Arcade/games room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Deep-pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Also known as

Rockwood Lodges Lodge Karkloof Nature Reserve
Rockwood Lodges Karkloof Nature Reserve
Rockwood Lodges Lodge
Rockwood Lodges Karkloof Nature Reserve
Rockwood Lodges Lodge Karkloof Nature Reserve

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Rockwood Lodges?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Rockwood Lodges?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rockwood Lodges?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Rockwood Lodges and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as mountain biking, fishing and boating. Additional recreation nearby includes game viewing. Enjoy amenities such as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.

Does Rockwood Lodges have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes cookware, a fridge and spices.

Does Rockwood Lodges have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Rockwood Lodges like?

Rockwood Lodges is located on the waterfront. Popular attractions include Howick Public Falls, which is 39 minutes away by car.

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