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Umzimkulu River Lodge

Underberg Self-catering in Underberg
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  • Giant cabin
  • Woodland cottage
  • River island
  • Playground
  • Pygmy cottage
  • Mangrove cottage
  • Winter splendor
  • Description
  • Facilities
Our peaceful valley resort, which is 22 km out of Underberg, provides the perfect location for a retreat from city life. Here’s your chance to rest, listen to the river and the sounds of nature or spend some wholesome outdoor time with your family.

Families love it for the unhurried, Old World country atmosphere with days spent picnicking under the huge Oaks on the river island, boulder hopping in Thrombosis Gorge or just hanging about in boats. Honeymooners revel in the privacy of a luxurious suite and private deck just meters from the river bank. Fishermen love it for the unrivalled opportunities to catch rainbow trout along our 2.5 km stretch of river. To make sure you have a relaxing break, we have babysitters on hand to offer you solitude or an opportunity to enjoy a meal without having to mop up any spillages. Umzimkulu River Lodge has recently been awarded 3 Star grading in the self-catering category.

All our fully-equipped, self-catering units are situated just meters from the river bank with stunning views. All the units, except the log cabin, are equipped with log fires. All units have individual braai facilities. In winter a complimentary bundle of firewood is supplied on arrival and additional firewood is available to purchase thereafter. The units are serviced once daily in the mornings, excluding Sundays and Public Holidays. Should you require additional assistance, we can arrange to have a housekeeper available at an additional fee of R 15 per hour.

Activities at the lodge include bass and trout fishing, swimming, boating, tubing, canoeing, walking and birding. We have an a la carte breakfast and lunch menu and a set two-course dinner menu available. Meals are served in the dining room or on the deck overlooking the river. Come and experience restoration of body and soul in truly lovely surroundings.

We also have a restaurant and full-board bookings are available.
  • Minimum Stay: 2 Days
  • Type: Self-catering
  • Sleeps: 38
  • Check-in: 02:00 PM
    Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Reviews: 19
  • Babysitting Services
  • Laundry Facilities*
  • Braai/Barbecue
  • Swimming Pool
  • Pets Permitted*
  • Fireplace
  • Satellite TV*
  • Credit Card Facilities
  • Restaurant
  • On-site Parking

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Zulu (isiZulu)
  • Afrikaans

Grading

  • AA Recommended
  • 3 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
* Please enquire for further details.
19 Reviews on Umzimkulu River Lodge
Dieter Dedekind, South Africa
South Africa

We really enjoyed our stay in the pygmy cottage. There is lots to do in the area. The breakfast we had overlooking the river was awesome. Units are well kept and clean.

14 April 2013
Madia Opperman, South Africa
South Africa

Lovely place to visit.So peaceful.

26 March 2013
Susan Benvenuti, South Africa
South Africa

We spent a wonderful and relaxing family holiday over New Year in Woodland Cottage at the lodge - it was really well set up for a large family group with kids coming and going and lots of people gathered around the table for eating, chatting and playing games. Had great fun tubing down the river and the kids spent hours riding bikes and playing in the river. A great place to relax and reconnect for a few days. Staff and owners very welcoming and helpful.

04 January 2012
Ronald Schulz, South Africa
South Africa

Definitely recommended and we will come again. Our cottage was clean, beds were very comfortable, everything well organised. The whole set-up was well done and our host Stephen was brilliant.

21 December 2011
Philip Gee, South Africa
South Africa

We had booked the cottage with a steep stair but my wife was concerned that one of us would fall. The resort kindly upgraded us to the other single accommodation, a beautiful room in an amazing garden. We had a wonderful stay. Our only mistake was going to Underberg for lunch, the Lemon Tree or some such, which was awful. Thanks.

31 October 2011
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Children's Facilities: Animal Farm, Jungle Gym/tree house/swings, sandpit, trampoline, crochet, mini golf, splash pool, boating, fishing, volleyball. For rainy days we have a kiddies TV lounge with DStv, table tennis and table soccer.


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The Bower - Honeymoon Suite

The Bower is a free standing, thatched unit set away from the family accommodation with its own private entrance through a rose-covered pergola. In the room is an extra-length, king-size canopy bed, two arm chairs in front of the log fire and a stocked mini bar. The kitchenette has a gas hob, fridge, microwave and all the necessary cutlery and crockery. The bathroom is made for two with a huge corner bath and a twin shower. The Bower has its own braai facilities and a private deck with loungers overlooking the river.

   Sleeps 2 people.

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Malachite Cottage

Malachite is a free standing thatched cottage ideal for a self-catering family of four with young children. It is conveniently situated within earshot of the kiddies playground and lodge facilities.

     Sleeps 4 people.
Child policy 0 - 2 years stay free, 3 - 12 years pay 50% of the sharing rate

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Giant Cabin

Upmarket log cabin with two double en-suite rooms, one en-suite twin room, and three twin rooms. It also comprises an open-plan, fully-equipped kitchen, a lounge, a dining room, braai facilities, a huge verandah overlooking the river and a jungle gym with a water slide and swings for your private use.

             Sleeps 12 people.

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Pied A

This semi-detached two-sleeper unit has a double en-suite room upstairs with beautiful views of the river from your bed. The bathroom is built for two with a large tub and twin shower. The open-plan kitchenette, lounge with log fire and dining area is situated downstairs. The kitchen is fully equipped with gas hob/oven, microwave and fridge/freezer. The pen-plan dining area has double doors opening out onto the verandah with gorgeous views and braai facilities.

   Sleeps 2 people.
Child policy 0 - 2 years stay free, 3 - 12 years pay 50% of the sharing rate

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Woodland

This 10-sleeper unit is a free standing, double storey house set about 150 m away from any other buildings. It is ideal for a maximum of six adults and four children. It offers excellent privacy, comfortable accommodation, and beautiful views.

       Sleeps 6 adults.

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Pygmy Cottage

Pygmy has a main en suite room and balcony up amongst the trees (steep staircase), kitchentte/lounge and dining area downstaris with braai facilities and deck overlooking the river.

   Sleeps 2 people.
Child policy 0 - 2 years stay free, 3 - 12 years pay 50% of the sharing rate

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Mangrove Cottage

Mangrove is a free standing thatched cottage ideal for four guests. It is situated 200 m away from any other buildings and offers excellent privacy. It consists of two twin rooms, one bathroom with bath and shower and an open-plan lounge/dining area with log fire. The kitchen is fully-equipped with a gas hob and oven, microwave, fridge and all the necessary cutlery and crockery. It also has its own verandah views of the river and its own braai facilities. The cottage is fenced and is a pet friendly unit.

     Sleeps 4 people.
Child policy 0 - 2 years stay free, 3 - 12 years pay 50% of the sharing rate

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Pied B

This newly renovated, semi-detached two-sleeper unit has a double en-suite room upstairs with beautiful views of the river from your bed. The bathroom is built for two with a large tub and twin shower. Downstairs comprises of the open-plan kitchenette, lounge with log fire and dining area. The kitchen is fully equipped with gas hob/oven, microwave and fridge/freezer and open-plan dining area has double doors opening out onto the verandah with gorgeous views and braai facilities.

   Sleeps 2 people.
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