About Tomjachu Bush Retreat

Nestled among the rolling mountains of the Lowveld in the heart of Mpumalanga, Tomjachu Bush Retreat awaits you. Once a family home, the award-winning, owner-run retreat resides within its own private nature reserve, just 15 km outside Mbombela(Nelspruit).

It is the ideal destination for those seeking to unwind and relax in nature, while also offering a range of activities for adventure seekers. Here, you can explore the abundant natural wonders which inhabit the 500-hectare property, whilst enjoying the elegant comfort of the unique accommodation.

ROOM TYPES
3 Superior suites (The Homestead Suites)
2 Family rooms
1 Villa
2 Self-catering cottages

ROOM FEATURES

The Homestead Suites

Three spacious individual bedrooms and suites with The Homestead’s beautiful sitting room, pool and terraces offering an intimate and relaxed atmosphere.

• 3 comfortable bedrooms (doubles and twins), all en-suite
• Coffee and tea station with Homemade rusks
• Inner and outer dining areas, for Dinner & Breakfast
• Breakfast included
• Extensive lawns and gardens
• All rooms have fans
• Full same day laundry facilities (weather and water conditions permitting)
• Free WIFI
• Lounge with open log fire, and Studio
• Large swimming pool with sun loungers and sun umbrellas
• Covered and open parking
• Room Safe in each suite
• Not pet friendly

Rock House

A luxurious hideaway with huge sliding doors bringing a panoramic view to the foot of your bed, probably with the odd zebra or giraffe crossing your vision.

This vast open studio style cottage is built from rock hewn from the reserve itself, and is beautifully and comfortably appointed with:

• A King-sized bed
• Bathroom with rock face double shower & WC
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Coffee and tea station with Homemade rusks
• Fire pit barbeque (braai area)
• Large covered veranda
• Sensuous plunge pool
• Lounge area
• Dressing area with separate WC
• Dining area
• Free WIFI
• Fan in the bedroom
• Not pet friendly

*Self-Catering Cottage. Meals not included but are available at the Homestead by prior arrangement.

Keeper’s Cottage

Keeper’s Cottage nestles under a giant fig tree where its roots clamber over a dramatic rocky outcrop. Tucked away, but adjacent to the Homestead’s gardens and pool, Keeper’s offers complete privacy and tranquillity. It’s refreshing and airy, informal and relaxing, many arguably remark that it is the most romantic of the cottages.

Keeper’s Cottage features:

• King-size bed (can be made twin)
• Open-plan sitting room and dining area with fireplace
• Open plan fully equipped kitchen
• Coffee and tea station with Homemade rusks
• Sunrise coffee terrace
• Barbecue (braai area) and boma
• Views over the trees towards the Bekker Mountains
• Bathroom with shower
• Fan in the bedroom
• Free WIFI
• Not pet friendly

*Self-Catering Cottage. Meals not included but are available at the Homestead by prior arrangement

Bush Cottage

Surrounded by lush trees, Bush Cottage imparts a sense of being immersed and blended with nature. Perfect for a family getaway.

A stone clad open-plan romantic hideaway, situated with its own stunning, far reaching views across the valley and mountains. Its natural garden blends into the bush, with impala gracefully grazing on the lawn at dawn and ostrich gazing through the windows.

The cottage is beautifully and comfortably appointed with:

• One queen bedroom
• One twin bedroom
• Bathroom with shower; additional WC
• All rooms have fans
• Large sitting room with open fireplace and dining area
• Barbecue (braai area) and boma
• Free WIFI
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Coffee and tea station with Homemade rusks
• Private swimming pool
• Covered veranda with dining table and seating
• Not pet friendly

*Self-Catering Cottage. Meals not included but are available at the Homestead by prior arrangement.

Valbonne Villa

Valbonne Villa is in a spectacular location that hangs above the Bekker Mountains, looking towards the Crocodile Valley Gorge, set in the Crocodile Mountain Conservancy just twenty minutes from Mbombela (Nelspruit). This Villa is a double-storey, dramatic classical South African Lowveld home, with cool rambling veranda and six bedroom suites brimming with family antiques, paintings, local art and a lifetime of memorabilia.

Valbonne Villa offers the exquisite comfort of a multi award-winning 5-star TGCSA, self-catering villa suitable for 6 couples or 12 guests sharing – fully serviced. The accommodation includes an elegant sitting room, TV room, and study with all bedrooms en-suite, and a superbly fully equipped kitchen. An extensive covered terrace leads to a large braai area set in luscious gardens, with an infinity pool: all overlooking the most spectacular and dramatic views.

• 2 King-sized beds, doubles and twins
• En-suite bathrooms
• All rooms have fans
• Extensively equipped kitchen
• Coffee and tea station with Homemade rusks
• Spectacular veranda with breath taking valley view
• Barbeque (braai area)
• Fire Pit and Boma
• Stunning infinity pool and sun loungers
• Large and beautifully furnished lounge
• Indoor and outdoor dining areas
• Covered and open terraces
• TV room with DSTV
• Extensive gardens
• Not pet friendly

*Self-Catering Villa. Meals not included but are available at the Homestead by prior arrangement. Private chef also available.

Crooked Cottage

Crooked Cottage the only pet-friendly accommodation. Situated in its own private valley with bushveld mountain views, it offers complete privacy and seclusion for you and your furry friends.

The cottage is beautifully and comfortably appointed with:

• One Queen bedroom
• One twin bedroom
• Bathroom with shower
• All rooms have fans
• Large sitting room
• Barbecue (braai area) and boma
• Free WIFI
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Coffee and tea station with homemade rusks
• Covered veranda with dining table and seating
• Private parking
• Pet friendly

*Self-Catering Cottage. Meals not included but are available at the Homestead by prior arrangement

HOTEL FEATURES AND ACTIVITIES

• Bush Dinner Experience-3-course set menu with canapés, inc. nature drive
• Nature Drive-Sunrise/Sunset guided nature drive – 2hrs
• Guided Bush Walk-Sunrise/Sunset guided bush walk – 2 hrs
• Specialist Birding Walk- Walk with bird guide (subject to availability min.2 pax) – 2hrs
• Mountain Bike Hire- Per bike per day
• Fishing Rod Hire- Per rod per day – catch & release only

Features

Additional Activities

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS OR ACTIVITIES

• Kruger National Park-Full day Safari exploring the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Conservation fee not included payable at the gate. (No children under age of 6)
• Panorama Route and Blyde River Canyon-Full day sightseeing tour along the Blyde River Canyon, including entrance fees & lunch
• Swaziland Day Tour -Full day exploration of the Kingdom of Swaziland, including a stop for lunch (guest account)
• Chimp Eden &Sudwala Caves – Full day visiting the chimp sanctuary and the oldest known cave system in the world, including a stop for lunch (guest account)
• Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre – Full day visiting the centre where rescued and injured wild animals are rehabilitated. Including a stop for lunch (guest account)