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Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with outdoor pool and restaurant
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Elephant Room (with shared bathroom) | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov

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Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Elephant Room (with shared bathroom)

Elephant Room (with shared bathroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Gecko Room (with Shared Bathroom)

Gecko Room (with Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
  • 85 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Mountain View

Comfort Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 80 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Executive Studio Suite, Balcony, Mountain View

Executive Studio Suite, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Farm 88 Doornhoek, 5th Street, Emgwenya, Mpumalanga, 1195

What's nearby

  • Elands Falls - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Tranquilitas Adventure Farm - 14 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Kruger House Museum - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Mountain Strings Zipline - 17 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Sudwala Caves - 69 min drive - 85.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Aloe's Country Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Stag's Breath - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Roots Farm Stall - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hog Pub & Grill - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Hog - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge

Family-friendly guest house near Elands Falls
Located close to Tranquilitas Adventure Farm, Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge provides a terrace, a garden and a playground. Adventurous travellers may like the archery, a ropes course and cycling at this guest house. The on-site restaurant, Only Set Menu, offers breakfast, dinner and pool views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A front desk safe, laundry services and luggage storage
  • Barbecues, coffee/tea in reception and multilingual staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths and free infant beds
  • Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 21-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and ceiling fans

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, German, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM on request
  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Only Set Menu

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Highchair
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (99 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (94 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 100 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 480 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 480
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 100 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:30 PM
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 50 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note: The dining options at the property are non-kosher.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
24-hour pool access

Property is also known as

Acra Retreat Mountain View Guest House
Acra Retreat Mountain House
Acra Retreat Mountain View Lodge Guest House
Acra Retreat, Mountain View
Acra Retreat Mountain View Lodge
Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge Emgwenya
Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge Guesthouse
Acra Retreat Mountain View Lodge Guest House
Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge Guesthouse Emgwenya

Frequently asked questions

Does Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge?

As of 26 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge on 27 Nov 2024 start from AU$103.02, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to 11:30 PM for a fee of ZAR 100.

What time is check-out at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for ZAR 50 (subject to availability).

Does Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 10:00 AM-12:30 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 480 per person applies.

Where is Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge located?

Located in a regional park, this family-friendly guesthouse is within 9 mi (15 km) of Tranquilitas Adventure Farm, Elands Falls and Mountain Strings Zipline.

Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thibaut

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tranquil retreat
Beautiful well kept lodge in tranquil surroundings. The host Holger was very hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Justin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Acra was out of the way but a good halfway point between Jo and Kr. Rough road. A very mom & pop operation. Lovely sunrise. Missed dinner and breakfast due to our schedule. Communication issues between the two proprietors (we told one when we checked in that we'd be leaving early, which he says was okay, but the woman who is usually up early apparently wasn't informed so nobody was around when we needed to check out) led to a delayed and awkward early-morning departure.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pratyush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
one night stay en-route
Was really great. Beautiful locations. Lovely family too Dinner and breakfast was great. Needs a bit of maintenance and TLC, but we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lior, Tel Aviv

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, friendly, and a wonderful view. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, London UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely kind, property was splendid and secluded, perfect place for a getaway from all the noise of the city! Thoroughly enjoyed my time spent here, incredible views of the mountains, an absolute pleasure to wake up to.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Charles, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would really like to have better bath towels & bed linen.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Ofer

Great loctaion.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

SUE&JERRY, JHB & VEREENIGING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
somewhere to recharge your batteries
We only stayed overnight, but the experience was wonderful. Even though virtually the middle of Winter, the Accra Bed & Breakfast was an experience that I would love to live over again and again. The views were stunning and the attention from the staff was exceptional. The food was great and we ate dinner next to a open fire place. It was wonderful. I have never seen my partner smile so much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful experience
Perfect half way stop for the Kruger - great attention to detail and customer service - will return
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing View, warm hospitality.
Amazing View, Warm hospitality. Breakfast was GREAT!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Olebogeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was so amazing to be there. The treatment we received was so perfect. Surely I will come again and invite more people. Thank you so much Acra.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful, relaxing mountain retreat.
A fabulous place to stay, with wonderful views over the countryside from a private balcony. Excellent service from our host Holger and delicious homemade food from the kitchen. The pool is truly idyllic and I would recommend this as the place to stay in Waterveld Boven.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy room with stunning view
It was an excellent weekend spent in absolute peace amidst nature. The hosts were very nice and the breakfast was hearty. But the best part was that the views of the mountains from the room was stunning. The bar was lively with Norma churning out heady mixes. All in all a perfect weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Best!
This is the most relaxing and beautiful places we've stayed! The staff was exceptions and pampered us. We had dinner with them and would highly recommended. Don't eat anyplace else! Plan to get there in time to just relax, enjoy the scenery, sip drinks before eating a delicious dinner, and then sleep in comfort. Breakfast was on the deck and so delicious. Don't miss this place! I would come back to South Africa just to stay there!

8/10 Good

Matthew, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surprise breakaway to mountain retreat
We stayed one night in the cottage at Acra Retreat in November 2016. The cottage is spacious, easily big enough for a small family and has self catering facilities. Dinner and breakfast were delicious and beautifully presented and the service was excellent. The resort is well situated, with views across the valley and Waterval Boven. Acra Retreat is a perfect stopover for people travelling to the Kruger National Park or looking for a quick escape from the city. For those looking to do day excursions, expect a few hours driving to most attractions. The last few kilometers of the drive to Acra are poorly maintained, but the destination makes it worth it.

8/10 Good

Gordon, Cape Town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Acra still a good option for transit to Kruger
We had stayed at Acra Mountain Retreat 2 years ago and enjoyed our stay on that occasion. Not much had changed since then, except that the maintenance of the property and gardens had not been kept to the same high standard we experienced previously. The room we were given was accessed through the toilet/bathroom which was rather odd, but it was spacious and comfortable. The dinner (you need to pre-book 24 hours in advance) was excellent and the choice of wines interesting and varied. The bar area is very relaxed and cosy, and you are made to feel very much at home by Holger and Norma, the owners. Breakfast was fairly basic, but adequate, taken on the veranda with great views of the surrounding bush. Overall, the guest house is good, and benefits from being out of town, so its peaceful. We would stay again if passing through Waterval Boven.

8/10 Good

Charles, Brisbane, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A warm welcome awaits
Great personal and friendly service. Magnificent dinner and breakfast wad equally good. A beautiful view of the mountains.

8/10 Good

Ayanda, Vosloorus, GP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm/welcoming place
This was my birthday weekend away with hubby and Acra retreat staff made it an unforgettable one. From the 1st day we arrived, we just felt at home, the staff, the place on its own is very welcoming. No hustles, great food and a beautiful, peaceful place overall. We are definitely coming back soon!

8/10 Good

Dirk, Pretoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend special occasion.
It was for a wedding and use Arca retreat as stay over. Beautiful place with a lot of warmly hearted service. Only the weather play along, a bit on chilly side. Would rather enjoy breakfast inside that outside on patio. Will recommend.

8/10 Good

CAROL, Randburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
waterval Boven
Lovely, friendly atmosphere. Good food, clean - a great stopover on the way to the Kruger National Park.

10/10 Excellent

Perrine, Belgium

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice ood and view!!
The B&B was really nice and comfy, the people were very welcoming, and the food at the hotel was delicious.. The city is not the most beautiful city that I've seen in SOuth Arica though, but the region is beautiful