It is rare to find a self-catering country retreat as unique and secluded as Rockwood Lodges in the Karkloof Nature Reserve. Less than two hours from Durban and five hours from Gauteng, the end of your journey takes you towards the scenic escarpment of the Karkloof. Drive through the main gates, across farm fields and grasslands, past breeding herds of Nguni cattle and you will discover our four unique lodges and cabins. The luxury Rockwood Farm House and nearby comfortable Farm Cottage are perched on the edge of Spitzkop dam, while Rockwood Forest Lodge and Rockwood Mountain Cabin are hidden deep within the indigenous forest of the Karkloof Nature Reserve on the Midlands Meander.
Luxury Farm Stays
Stay in our luxury self-catering farm units. Rockwood Farm House sleeps 8 and Rockwood Farm Cottage sleeps 4. Offering complete privacy, the two units are 25m apart and are ideal individually or for larger groups of up to 12 people. Situated in lush gardens, on a gorgeous dam, with direct and exclusive access to world class running and mountain bike trails and spectacular views of the unique Loskop mountain, Spitzkop farmland and the indigenous forest and grasslands of the Karkloof Nature Reserve. Units are serviced daily.
Cosy Forest Cabins
Karkloof Private Nature Reserve has two cosy, very remote self-catering forest cabins. Rockwood Forest Lodge sleeps 6 and Mountain Cabin sleeps 6. Forest Lodge has no wifi or cellphone reception. Mountain Cabin is an eco-friendly unit with solar and gas.4x4 or high-clearance vehicles are required to access the units. Enjoy exclusive views of the indigenous forests, waterfalls, and rivers. The units are 20 minutes apart and are serviced daily.
Trail Adventures
Rockwood is the perfect venue for the outdoor enthusiast. Create your own walking, trail running or mountain biking adventure with exclusive access to some of the country's best tracks that start at the doorstep of your unit. Walk inside indigenous forests, across grasslands, between rivers, dams, and waterfalls with endless spectacular, uninterrupted views.
Karkloof Private Nature Reserve
The Karkloof Nature Reserve and the greater Karkloof area have significant value due to their biodiversity of fauna and flora. The Reserve consists of 60% mist-belt forest and 40% mist-belt grassland with important wetland areas. It is home to one of South Africa’s largest indigenous forests, ranges in altitude from 1000m to 1767m above sea level and is home to lovely fauna and flora.
Live Like A Local
The KwaZulu Natal Midlands is characterised by beautiful surroundings, outstanding accommodation, conference and wedding facilities, fascinating local events, fabulous cuisine and restaurants, revitalising outdoor activities and over-the-top adventure sports, historic landmarks, wildlife conservation, and best of all “shop-till-you-drop” unique arts and crafts. All this at a gentle pace, with genuine hospitality.
Guest Reviews
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Birder's Paradise
It's not every day that you can view an Orange Ground Thrush from your bedroom as you wake up. The Buff-spotted Flufftails were calling in the evenings and I even heard a Spotted Eagle Owl.
Anneke van de Wetering
Rockwood Forest Lodge
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Luxury Farm House
We highly recommend Rockwood Farm House. A luxury farm house holiday which was perfect for our families. The aesthetics and luxury finishes made our stay exceptionally comfortable. We enjoyed all the spaces inside and outside. The bedrooms and bathrooms are perfectly balanced with style and comfort. Our kids had tons to do: From running around outside the massive beautiful lawn to playing in the jungle gym and the games... Read this review
Welile
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Another sterling stay with decor upgrades
Rockwood Farm House - There have been some internal decor upgrades since we were last here +/-2 years ago, so its still looking clean, crisp and modern. The natural surroundings never disappoint and enough firewood to satisfy any pyromanic.
Yan
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MTB training weekend paradise
Another amazing weekend at Rockwood Farm Cottage. This time, a boys weekend on our MTB's. Perfect location & access to simply the best trails in South Africa. If you like peaceful surrounding, a well appointed accommodation and the best MTB riding available... this is for you.
Lucien
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Great farm stay with family
Fantastic accommodation (Farm house) great informative hike with Ant. We will be back in the summer when the rivers are flowing nicely so the kids can tube. Communication was great with Sue. Kids played for hours on the front lawn.
Tammy
Durban
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Just what we needed!
The communication and comfort stand out as key points regarding this venue. Sue and her team make sure every detail is considered. The house is beautifully decorated with quality linen and the location is superb. Would recommed this spot
Sarah
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