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Idle & Wild B&B - Listen to the Fish Eagles calling as you unwind in secluded and spacious African thatched rondavels. Soak up the warmth of the sun around the pool or pamper yourself in the sauna and Jacuzzi.
Idle & Wild is on a working macadamia farm in the lush subtropical Sabie River Valley with the Sabie River bordering the property.
Go for peaceful walks, sit on the river`s edge and take in the plethora of bird life or enjoy the peace and tranquility in the garden by the pool. Perfectly located, Idle & Wild is also an ideal base to explore some of Mpumalanga`s most famous attractions, including the Kruger National Park, God`s Window, Blyde River Canyon, Pilgrim`s Rest and a variety of waterfalls.
A full English breakfast is served on the veranda of the main house, or a continental breakfast can be put in your fridge to be enjoyed at your leisure.
Alternatively, should you wish to make an early start to the Kruger National Park, a packed breakfast will be provided.
Each Rondavel is privately located in the sub-tropical garden.
Two of the rondavels has two beds, bathroom en suite, kitchenette and private verandah with braai (barbeque) facility
The Honeymoon Rondavels each has a queen size bed, bathroom en suite, private spa-bath, kitchenette, air-conditioning, veranda and one unit has a fireplace.
Our cottage is ideal to accommodate four people. There is 2 separate bedrooms ,both with bathroom en suite. There is a lounge with a fireplace and fully equipped kitchen that opens onto a patio with private braai(BBQ) area overlooking the valley, from where you can enjoy the beautiful sunsets and mountain views.
Two suites adjoin the main house. Each has a private entrances from the garden, lounge area with TV, bathroom en suite, air-conditioning, a Kitchenette and private courtyard with braai facility. The Sunbird Room has a small room with a bunk bed, toilet and basin, and an outside shower.
Activities:
Activities on the Property:
The Sabie River runs through our property and peaceful walks can be undertaken.
Fisherman can try there luck in the river or enjoy bass fishing in our dam.
River Rafting:
Join us for a memorable experience along the river through the natural bush of the Sabie River Valley
With experienced guides and approved equipment this is an excellent Family activity. (Minimum age of 5 - subject to water level.)
The trips start at 09h00, 12h00 & 15h00 and we operate 7 days a week.
Duration is approximately one and a half hours and the cost is R230 per person.
EXPLORE THE SABIE RIVER VALLEY ON A 4-WHEELER!!!
We offer Guided Quad Bike Trails in the area giving the rider a great experience and excitement of riding through scenic riverine areas, indigenous bush & Farmlands in and around the Sabie River Valley with the Optional natural obstacles to negotiate ( 1hr, 2hr, 3-4hour Trails)
Activities in the Area:
We are ideally situated for a rejuvenating break in the heart of Nature, or exploring the surrounding areas such as Kruger National Park, God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Pilgrims Rest and the many waterfalls.
A choice of several activities such as top class golf courses, hot air ballooning; river rafting; horse riding; fishing; tennis and night and day drives to Kruger Park or private reserves; Shangana Cultural Village experience and hikes are only some of the activities nearby to enjoy. If any of these activities interest you, please do not hesitate to contact us for further information.
If any of these activities interest you, please do not hesitate to contact us for further information.
Restaurants nearby. German, English & Afrikaans Spoken. Wi-Fi Hot Spot Available.
Rooms and Units Available:
Rondavels
The two spacious and stylishly decorated thatched Rondavels, each have two size beds, shower en suite, semi-kitchenette equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery and crockery & private verandah overlooking the garden. Each Rondavel has its own braai(barbecue) facilities; ideal for those days you dont want to go out for dinner.
Cottage
Our cottage is ideal to accommodate four people. The Main bedroom has a queen size bed and bathroom en suite. The bedroom upstairs has two single beds and shower en suite. The lounge with a fireplace and fully equipped kitchen opens onto a patio with private braai(BBQ) area overlooking the valley, from where you can enjoy the beautiful sunsets and mountain views.
Honeymoon Rondavel
The Honeymoon Rondavels each have a queen-size bed, private spa-bath, shower en suite, Air-conditioning & semi-kitchenette equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery and crockery & private verandah. a Braai(barbecue) facility ideal for the evenings you want to spend alone. Set in a tranquil tropical garden, One overlooking the dam & the other one over looking the Garden and Mountain. The Honeymoon Rondavels are ideal for a Romantic getaway.
Sunbird Room
The sunbird room is adjoined to the Main House. The open plan room has one queen size bed with bath en suite, air-Conditioner, lounge area with TV , (Sabc & E-tv - please bring your own smart card should you wish to view the entire spectrum of DSTV) and a semi-kitchenette equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery & crockery. Separate small room with bunk beds, toilet & basin. The room has 2 entrances, one entrance is close to reception and the other from a private court yard with braai facility.
The Sunbird room is ideal to accommodate a Family travelling together.
Fish Eagle Room
The Fish Eagle Room is adjoined to the Main house, it is a delightful large room with two single beds side by side. Bathroom en suite with bath and shower. air-Conditioner, lounge area with TV.( Sabc & E-tv - please bring your own smart card should you wish to view the entire spectrum of DSTV) and a semi- Kitchenette equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery and crockery. The Room has 2 entrances, one entrance is close to reception and the other is off a private court yard with braai facilities.
Cottage
Our cottage is ideal to accommodate four people. Main bedroom has a queen size bed & bathroom en suite. Bedroom upstairs has two single beds & shower en suite. Open plan lounge with fireplace and fully equipped kitchen. Private veranda & braai facilities
Sleeps 4 Adults
Fish Eagle Room
Adjoined to the Main house, it's a large room with 2 single beds side by side. Bathroom en suite with bath & shower, air-Conditioner, lounge area with TV( Sabc) & semi-Kitchenette. 2 Entrances, 1 close to reception & other to private courtyard with braai
Sleeps 2 Adults
Honeymoon (Twin) Rondavel 6
This Rondavel has 2xsingle beds side by side (or KING), private spa-bath, shower en suite, Ceiling Fan & semi-kitchenette equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery and crockery & private verandah & Braai area, with views over valley
Sleeps 2 Adults
Honeymoon Rondavels
Each have a queen-size bed, private spa-bath, shower en suite, air-Conditioner & semi-kitchenette equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery and crockery. A private Braai (BBQ) facility ideal for the evenings you want to spend alone
Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 2 Adults
Rondavels
Each Rondavel, has two ¾ size beds, shower en suite, semi-kitchenette equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery and crockery & private veranda overlooking the garden. Each has its own braai (BBQ) area.
Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 2 Adults
Sunbird Room
Adjoined to Main House with open plan room, queen size bed, bath en suite, air-Conditioner, lounge with TV(Sabc) semi-kitchenette. Separate small room with bunk beds, toilet & basin. 2 Entrances, 1 close to reception & other to private courtyard with BBQ
Sleeps 2 Adults
and 2 children
Facilities & Services available:
Elderly
Honeymoon Couples
Laundry Service
Limited Room Service
Team Building
Self-Braai / Barbecue
Jacuzzi
Sauna
Cots available
Fax & Photocopy Machine
Fireplace on the Premises
Garden
Library
Internet Access
Parking (off-street - open)
Tourism Information Desk
Wi-Fi
Afrikaans
English
Other Language
Bowls
Hiking / Walking Trails
Swimming Pool
Cancellation Policy:
The full extent of the stay will be charged for in the event of premature departure.
Cancellations within:
28 days or more a 10% handling fee of the total B&B accommodation will be charged
28-21 days prior to guests arrival: 25% of total B&B accommodation
21-14 days prior to guests arrival: 50% of total B&B accommodation
14-7 days prior to guests arrival : 75% of total B&B accommodation
7 days or less prior to guests arrival: 100% of total B&B accommodation
Directions:
ROUTE via NELSPRUIT
Leave Johannesburg on N12 highway going east. You will join N4 Highway at Witbank. Stay on N4 passing Belfast to Nelspruit, turn left onto R40 direction White River.
In White River turn left at fist traffic light, then right at next light, then turn left at 2nd traffic light. You should be on the R40 direction Hazyview.
Stay on R40 to Hazyview.(+- 40km). until you get to the T-junction. Turn left at T-junction. Go through 2 stops, 2 robots(traffic light) and a 3-way stop. and after about 500 meters TURN LEFT onto R536 direction Sabie. We are 5 kms from this turn on the right hand side of the road. We are well sign posted. (Two tolls R43,00 and R64,00)
ROUTE via LYDENBURG (Scenic road - depending on weather)
As route via Nelspruit, but turn left at Belfast onto the R540, Go through Dullstroom to Lydenburg. Take R37 over Long Tom Pass to Sabie. Leave Sabie on R536 direction Hazyview. (Do not take the Kiepersol turn-off). We are 38 kms from Sabie on the left hand side of the road. This is a very scenic route. Both routes are about 4 hours from Johannesburg. (One toll R43,00)
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