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Gecko Lodge and Cottage

Game Lodge
Midweek Special

Receive a complimentary guided game drive for any stay that doesn't include a Friday or Saturday night (minimum 2 night stay). Valid for stays from 28 Aug 2024 until 30 Nov 2024.

  • Capacity: 14 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 21:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Off the R516, Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, Bela-Bela, 0840, Limpopo
  • From R4 500 per night (sleeps 14)

Description

Gecko Lodge and Cottage offers comfortably furnished self-catering accommodation for up to 14 people, and is located in the Idwala Camp section of Mabalingwe Nature Reserve.

The multi-storey accommodation comprises the main lodge and 1 cottage. The main lodge comprises 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, while the cottage has a bedroom and a bathroom. Four of the bedrooms each contain a double bed, and the fifth bedroom is furnished with a double bed, as well as 2 single beds. The cottage bedroom is also furnished with a double bed. The bathrooms are fitted with either a shower or a bath, a basin, and a toilet, and for convenience, linen and towels are provided.

The open-plan kitchen is equipped with a stove, an oven, a microwave, a fridge, as well as tea- and coffee-making facilities. Meals can be enjoyed at the breakfast bar or the dining table, and guests can relax in the lounge which is equipped with a TV with selected DStv channels, as well as uncapped Wi-Fi access.

The living area opens onto the main deck which is equipped with braai facilities, and overlooks the boma fire pit and splash pool that overlooks the reserve.

The resort also boasts a host of facilities and activities such as game drives, horseback game viewing, cold and heated swimming pools, and an outdoor spa.

Room Arrangements

Sleeps up to 14 people 5 Bedrooms 6 Bathrooms, 5 en-suite

Bedroom

En-suite

2

1 x Queen Bed

Shower, Toilet

Bedroom

En-suite

2

1 x King Bed

Shower, Toilet

Bedroom

En-suite

2

1 x Queen Bed

Shower, Toilet

Bedroom

En-suite

2

1 x Queen Bed

Shower, Toilet

Bedroom

En-suite

2

1 x Double Bed

Shower, Toilet

Common area

4

2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed

1 x Queen Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet

Features

Swimming Pool
Braai Area
Secure Parking
Free Wifi

Facilities

  • Bar
  • Spa Treatments
  • Swimming Pool
  • Guided Game Drives As Extra
  • Braai Area
  • Kitchen Facilities
  • No Smoking Indoors
  • Malaria Free
  • Restaurant On Premises
  • Satellite TV
  • Self Catering
  • Serviced On Demand
  • Free Wifi
  • WiFi

Activities Onsite

  • Horse Riding
  • Big Five
  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Game Drives
  • Game Viewing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming
  • Tennis

Activities Nearby

  • Horse Riding
  • Fishing
  • Big Five
  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Game Drives
  • Game Viewing
  • Guided Walk
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming
  • Tennis

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English

Meal Types Offered

  • Dinner By Arrangement
  • Picnic Baskets By Arrangement
  • Teas
  • Meals By Arrangement

Conferencing Facilities

  • Internet
  • Television
  • Venue Up To 10 Delegates

Parking Facilities

  • Secure Parking
  • 24 Hour Security
  • Covered Parking

Payments Accepted Onsite

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Cash
  • Electronic Bank Transfer

Bathroom

  • Bath
  • En suite
  • Shower
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries

Unit Facilities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dining area
  • Down duvets
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchenette
  • Lounge area

Appliances

  • Fridge
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stove

Entertainment

  • Exclusive dstv
  • Tv

Reviews

4.3/ 5

Based on 23 reviews

Very Good

Cleanliness
4.0
Location
4.3
Value for money
4.4
Service
4.1
Safety
4.5
Guest highlights
Marike S
With friends
5.0
We broke away with friends for the weekend and the place was amazing. Thank you to Gecko Lodge and Cottage for the excellent service and beautiful acc...
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Sep 2024
Jacquelene D
With friends
5.0
Amazing views. Amazing views and a great house to stay in with friends. We had a lovely time.
Jul 2024
Michael V
Large group
5.0
Our group of 11 (city kids included) thoroughly enjoyed the weekend. We had a very nice stay. The house and surroundings are very beautiful. Everythin...
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Jun 2024
Josephine B
With friends
5.0
Fantastic spot in the woods. The rooms are beautiful and newly redone. The view is great. This is a great place that we can recommend anytime.
Feb 2024
Natasja R
Large group
5.0
Delicious and relaxing. We had a lovely weekend and everything we could need was available. There were really no complaints and everyone thoroughly en...
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Aug 2023

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Location

  • Off the R516, Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, Bela-Bela, 0840, Limpopo
  • Guests think Gecko Lodge and Cottage is in a very good location
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  • Capacity: 14 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 21:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Off the R516, Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, Bela-Bela, 0840, Limpopo
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