Tomjachu is an exclusive private estate in approximately 1000 acres of game fenced mountain bushveld. The Lodge itself is surrounded by beautiful gardens and lawns with a large swimming pool and terraces. It is remarked upon regularly by locals as being one of the most beautiful and serene locations, in an area where beauty abounds. The Lodge is set in its own valley with breathtaking views across the Bekker Mountains.
Having been originally built in the 90’s as a private home, the Lodge has been lovingly refurbished and redecorated to the highest of standards, in a traditional and very comfortable country house style, enhanced by personal t ouches and family antiques.
Situated 10 Km from Nelspruit, provincial capital of Mpumalanga, less than three and half hours drive due east from Johannesburg on national N4 toll road. Located in the Bekker Mountains, 800m above sea level. The Mpumalanga-Kruger International Airport is a 25 minute drive (transfers by the lodge's minibus can be arranged). Kruger National Park (Malelane Gate) is a 40 minute drive.
Main Lodge
- 4 luxurious Double (1 double, 3 twins) Bedrooms, all with en-suite bathroom. Two with own sitting room.
1 standard twin bedroom with en suite bathroom.
Bush Cottage - Self Catering
- Stone clad, romantic hideaway, situated on its own peninsular with stunning, far reaching views
- One double bedded room.
- One twin bedded room.
- Large bathroom double shower.
- Separate Toilet
- Large sitting room with open fireplace.
- Dining area.
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Own swimming pool. Barbeque. (Braai Area)
- Covered terrace. Natural open stone fire pit.
- Dinner and Breakfast can also be taken at the main Lodge, by prior arrangement
The Rock House - Self Catering
- Romantic thatched hideaway situated on its own.
- One vast open thatched double bedroom/studio.
- Bathroom with romantic rock face double shower & toilet
- Dressing area with separate toilet.
- Fully equipped kitchen,
- Barbeque. (Braai Area)
- Covered and open terraces.
- Plunge pool and also use of nearby Lodge swimming pool.
- Dinner and Breakfast can also be taken at the main Lodge, by prior arrangement.
ROOM FACILITIES
- All rooms have fans and heaters.
- House Safe.
- Full same day Laundry facilities.(Weather & water conditions permitting)
- Please note: we do not have room service or room telephones, minibars, piped music, a pub/bar, conference facilities, TV or M-Net etc.
- Dinners, lunches and picnic hampers available. Cuisine is of an exceptionally high standard of home style country cooking using local fresh produce. Special dietary requirements by prior arrangement.
FACILITIES
- Reception Hall. Cloakroom.
- Drawing Room with open log fire, leading to Study.
- Inner and Outer Dining Areas, leading onto extensive covered terraces.
- Extensive lawns and gardens.
- Large Swimming Pool with sunloungers and sun umbrellas.
- Boma with open fire pit and stone Barbeque. (braai area)
- Library, fishing rods, Lawn Croquet, Boules, Bridge Table and games.
- Covered and open Parking.
ACTIVITIES
- Game Drives
- Bush Walks
- Fishing
ZEBRA HEIGHTS with a little lapa and Barbeque/Braai, with views to the North West, breathtaking vista between the Mid Escarpment and the Kruger National Park.
THE BUSH LAPA is set on a magnificent rock slab in the heart of the bush, the perfect place to lunch or barbeque(braai) in the evenings, under its cool thatch or the ceiling of African stars
GORDON'S POOLS Just a short walk away from The Bush Lapa. Cool rock pools, under a waterfall, surrounded by lush, shade-giving trees.
THE NORTH DAM is a ten minute walk from the Lodge. An ideal place to watch kudu, impala, zebra and wildebeest.
SOUTH DAM is ideal for fishing, bird watching, diving off the pontoon and swimming Bush breakfasts or a picnic under the shaded lapa.
RATES
Inclusive breakfast. Lunch is available at R60pp en dinner at R135pp. Children by prior arrangement with management. Children sharing with adults under the age of 12 years pay 50% of adult rate. Children under the age of 2 years stay complimentary. Game drives are R105 per person.
VALID 01 JANUARY 2006 - 31 DECEMBER 2007
Low Season: May to September
Main Lodge, Bush Cottage & Keepers Cottage
- Per Person Per Night Sharing: R395
- Per Person Per Night Single: R495
- Entire Main Lodge (max 10 pax) Per Night: R3,500 (minimum 2 nights)
Rock House
- Per Person Per Night Sharing: R475
- Per Person Per Night Single: R620
High Season: October to April
Main Lodge, Bush Cottage & Keepers Cottage
- Per Person Per Night Sharing: R495
- Per Person Per Night Single: R640
- Entire Main Lodge (max 10 pax) Per Night: R3,800 (minimum 2 nights)
Rock House
- Per Person Per Night Sharing: R520
- Per Person Per Night Single: R675
Self-catering rates are available on request.
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