Rockwood Lodges

Karkloof Nature Reserve lodge on riverwalk

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Luxury Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Farm) | Terrace/patio

Forest Lodge | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury House, 4 Bedrooms (Farm ) | Living area | IPod dock

Luxury House, 4 Bedrooms (Farm ) | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury House, 4 Bedrooms (Farm ) | Private kitchen | Fridge, oven, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

Rockwood Lodges offers the perfect lakeside retreat. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the garden, take in breathtaking views from the terrace, or try your hand at mountain biking and fishing. With an arcade/game room for entertainment and dry cleaning/laundry services to keep you fresh, this lodge has everything needed for a memorable stay.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free parking
Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Arcade/game room
Library
Front-desk safe
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

Playground on site
3 bedrooms
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Living room
Garden

$154 nightly

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Luxury lodge retreat

Guestrooms showcase curated, individual decor paired with premium bedding. Each room offers a private deck, perfect for savoring fresh air.

Nature's playground

This lodge sits on a lake and river, offering fishing and mountain biking opportunities. Winding trails, a terrace, and picnic area complete this outdoor haven.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Tomorrow

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Forest Lodge

Highlights

Deck/patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Kitchen

1615 sq ft
3 bedrooms
River view
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds

Mountain Lodge

Highlights

Deck/patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

1615 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds

Luxury House, 4 Bedrooms (Farm )

Highlights

Deck/patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Kitchen

5382 sq ft
4 bedrooms
Lake view
Sleeps 8
2 King Beds and 4 Large Twin Beds

Luxury Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Farm)

Highlights

Deck/patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

1615 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Lake view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Karkloof Nature Reserve, Karkloof Nature Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal

Getting around

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 75 min drive
King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Lighthouse - ‬42 min drive

About this property

Rockwood Lodges

Rockwood Lodges is a great choice for a stay in Karkloof Nature Reserve. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 4 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Minimum check-in age: 24
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Guests will receive an access code

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 24

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Parking

- Free secured, covered onsite self parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

Playground
Trampoline
Children's games

What to do

Mountain biking
Boat/paddles
Fishing
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Wildlife viewing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Ziplining nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Arcade/game room

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Area rugs in room
Thin carpet in room
Hardwood flooring in room
High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

Heating
Ceiling fan

Sleep well

3 bedrooms
Premium bedding

What to enjoy

Deck or patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate dining area
Separate living room

Freshen up

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Freezer
Kitchen
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dining table
Spices
Paper towels

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Local maps
Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Rockwood Lodges Howick

Rockwood Lodges Lodge Karkloof Nature Reserve

Rockwood Howick

Rockwood Lodges Lodge

Rockwood Lodges Karkloof Nature Reserve

Rockwood Karkloof Nature Reserve

Rockwood Lodges Lodge

Rockwood Lodges Karkloof Nature Reserve

Rockwood Lodges Lodge Karkloof Nature Reserve

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Rockwood Lodges?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Rockwood Lodges?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rockwood Lodges?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Rockwood Lodges and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking, fishing, and boating. Additional recreation nearby includes game viewing. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.