Magaliesberg Mountain Lodge is a large three bedroom thatched house tucked away up, high in the Magaliesberg mountains, with breath-taking views towards Hartebeespoort dam. The property is ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The accommodation is private and secluded.The unit offers three spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms and a fully equipped living area with kitchen, bar and lounge. Other facilities include a fantastic swimming pool, large lapa and outdoor furniture, open fire cooking, pond and water features. The pool is not enclosed and caution is advised for parents with children that cannot swim. A snooker table, table tennis table, darts are available for use. There is also a Jacuzzi that can be used with prior arrangement and for additional cost of R200 per 4 hour use to cover all running costs. The jacuzzi is heated by a unique wood fired system, and has jets and a blower to ensure maximum pleasure. David the caretaker will arrange operation of the jacuzzi but payment should be made prior to arrival.
The lodge is situated within a group of un-fenced farms allowing game to move freely across an 800 Hectare area. Game that could possibly be spotted at the lodge includes giraffe, eland, kudu, zebra, impala, water buck, klipspringers, baboons etc. Stepped tracks allows for a pleasant hike to the top of the mountain.A well-known hike to the famous castle gorge with rock pools and waterfalls starts close to the lodge.The lodge is fairly high in the mountains and the road is rocky and rough in a few places. It is not suitable for vehicles that have a low clearance or low power. The road to the lodge comprises of 8 kilometres of gravel road which can get quite muddy after big rains.Linen, crockery and cutlery is provided and the lodge is cleaned and tidied once per day (except on public holidays).The key attraction of the venue is the outdoor experience. The indoor accommodation is simple, but comfortable and very spacious.
