Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve | Resort in Waterval Boven

| 9.3 (105 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  12 Bathrooms  27 Guests
Waterval Boven Resort | Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve

Resort in Waterval Boven

Rocky Drift Nature Reserve is located in a beautiful enclosed valley in the Waterval Boven district, Mpumalanga. It offers self-catering cottages with a patio and close proximity to plenty of wildlife. The cottages at Rocky Drift Nature Reserve have well-equipped kitchens with oven, microwave and fridge. There is a seating area and bathroom and a private outdoor patio. Rocky Drift’s natural water supply is fountain fed from the mountain tops by Joubert Spruit. There are plenty of cycling, hiking and fishing opportunities in the reserve. Free private parking is available.

Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve is located in Waterval Boven.

This 19 Bedrooms Resort is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Pool, Oceanfront, Pet Friendly, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 105 reviews with the average score of 9.3 . Coming to Waterval Boven and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Resort for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 19 Bedrooms Resort if you want to learn more about this place in Waterval Boven. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve in Waterval Boven is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Resort, please let us know.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
Activities
  • Playground
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
Entertainment
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Paid Wifi
  • Designated smoking area
  • Safe
  • Pet friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
Guest Services
  • Express check-in/out
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Private check-in/out
  • Pet bowls
  • Baggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor fireplace
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Pool bar
  • Kids' pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Shallow end
  • Pool with view

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. the property will contact you after you book to provide instructions, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.47
Location:
9.67
Staff:
9.57
Facilities:
9.44
Comfort:
9.3
Cleanliness:
9.37
Mdluli
Dec 27, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The location is great for some escape from a busy life, very quiet, calm and relaxed
Summary: Excellent
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Cottage with Garden View
Room Type: Bungalow
Room Size: 70 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower

General

Electric blankets, Key access, Fan, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Trash cans, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Kitchenette, Kitchenware, Oven, Dining table, Stovetop, Wine glasses, Microwave, Toaster, Refrigerator

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Barbecue, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Fireplace, Desk, Sofa, Sitting area

View

Mountain view, View, Garden view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children, Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Superior King or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
Superior King or Twin Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower

General

Electric blankets, Key access, Fan, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Trash cans, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Kitchenette, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Dining table, Wine glasses, Microwave, Toaster, Stovetop

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Barbecue, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Fireplace, Desk, Sofa, Sitting area

View

Mountain view, River view, View, Garden view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children, Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Family Room with Mountain View
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Family Room with Mountain View

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower

General

Electric blankets, Key access, Fan, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Trash cans, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Kitchenette, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Dining table, Wine glasses, Microwave, Toaster, Stovetop

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Barbecue, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Fireplace, Desk, Sofa, Sitting area

View

Mountain view, River view, View, Garden view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children, Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
King Studio with Sofa Bed
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
King Studio with Sofa Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower

General

Electric blankets, Key access, Fan, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Trash cans, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Kitchenette, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Dining table, Wine glasses, Microwave, Toaster, Stovetop

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Barbecue, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Fireplace, Desk, Sofa, Sitting area

View

Mountain view, River view, View, Garden view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children, Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Tent
Room Type: Tent
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Tent

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Barbecue, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Cleaning products

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

General

Electric blankets, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Ironing facilities

View

View, Garden view, Mountain view, River view, Pool view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Family Bungalow
Room Type: Bungalow
Room Size: 125 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower

General

Electric blankets, Key access, Fan, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Trash cans, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Barbecue, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Oven, Dining table, Stovetop, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Microwave, Toaster, Refrigerator

Living Area

Fireplace, Desk, Sofa, Sitting area

View

Mountain view, River view, View, Garden view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children, Board games/puzzles

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Empty Lot
Room Type: Empty lot
Room Size: 100 m2
4 Futon bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Shared toilet, Toilet, Shower, Guest bathroom

Outdoors

Barbecue

General

Trash cans
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