Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve | Resort in Waterval Boven

| 9.0 (113 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  12 Bathrooms  23 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: Oceanfront, Fireplace/Heating, Internet, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 113 reviews with the average score of 9 . 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
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
Activities
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Playground
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
General
  • Family rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Safe
  • Paid Wifi
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pet friendly
Guest Services
  • Ironing service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Pet bowls
  • Express check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Private check-in/out
  • Laundry
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kits available
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Shallow end
  • Kids' pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool with view
  • Pool bar

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
Hollander
Apr 11, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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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

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

General

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

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

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

Outdoors

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Fireplace, Sofa, Desk

View

Garden view, Mountain view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

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

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

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

General

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

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

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

Outdoors

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Fireplace, Sofa, Desk

View

Garden view, Mountain view, View, River view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

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

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

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

General

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

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

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

Outdoors

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Fireplace, Sofa, Desk

View

Garden view, Mountain view, View, River view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

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

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

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

General

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

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

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

Outdoors

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Fireplace, Sofa, Desk

View

Garden view, Mountain view, View, River view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

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

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

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

Outdoors

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

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Cleaning products

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

General

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

View

Mountain view, Garden view, River view, 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

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

General

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

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV

Outdoors

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

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Fireplace, Sofa, Desk

View

Garden view, Mountain view, View, River view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

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

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

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

Outdoors

Barbecue

General

Trash cans

FAQ's

Is this Waterval Boven resort pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Waterval Boven resort?

Check-in time for Waterval Boven resort starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Waterval Boven resort have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Waterval Boven resort has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Waterval Boven resort?

Best-rates for the Waterval Boven resort starts from $81 per night with includes Security/Safety, Bar, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, TV, Oceanfront, Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Parking, Designated Smoking Area, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, Pool, View, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Laundry with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Waterval Boven resort a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this resort 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the resort has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Waterval Boven resort wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Waterval Boven resort has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Waterval Boven resort?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Waterval Boven resort indicates 1 day stay policy at this resort. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Waterval Boven resort?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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