Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat

–Excellent location - show map
+29 photos
Scored 9
Rated superb

Staff

9.7
  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat in Kamberg offers a ground-floor apartment with a private bathroom, mountain views, and a terrace. The kitchen includes a refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, oven, and kitchenware. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy a garden and terrace, a children's playground, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a kitchenette, patio, dining area, sofa bed, and TV. Local Attractions: Located 8 km from Drakensberg Reserve, 105 km from Pietermaritzburg Airport, and 16 km from uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park and Kamberg Nature Reserve. Activities available include canoeing, hiking, and cycling. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, convenient location for nature trips, and excellent facilities.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Deon
South Africa South Africa
“Loved the prestine scenery, mountains, driving through the beautiful Drakensberg landscape and having a totally restful experience next to the trout dams, and the most beautiful sunrise!”
Harriet
South Africa South Africa
“Amazing views of mountains from our chalet and warm hospitality of owners.”
Neville
South Africa South Africa
“Very comfortable, everything was in good working order, beautiful location.”
Mariam
Spain Spain
“We adored our stay at the cabin a lot. Everything was tidy, clean, well sorted and we felt immediately at home. Mickey, our host, was very attentive and caring and we had a lovely chat together. Would visit the place again anytime!”
Norman
South Africa South Africa
“I'm into photography. This place is a photographer's dream. A place for incredibly beautiful photos. The place to stay is fine. The key is how you use the opportunities it presents to you.”
Lindy
South Africa South Africa
“The place was clean very comfortable. Host were very friendly I can recommend the place to other people.”
Thandeka
South Africa South Africa
“I loved the scenery. It was really a lovely space. We had everything we needed (kitchen utilities, etc). 😃 . We just need more supply of dish washing soap”
Louise
South Africa South Africa
“It was amazing and loved the family dog. Just note you need a 4x4 or the help of owners if it has rained a lot. Lots of mud and the river goes very high. Normal car or even car with clearance can’t go through.”
Thubendran
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful surroundings . Properties needs abit of TLC.”
Mlungisi
South Africa South Africa
“The place is beautiful, quiet and peaceful. The views are just breath taking.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.7
Host review score
For the adventure lover, beautiful surroundings, fly fishing, cycling & hiking! Preferably vehicles with good ground clearing - low water bridge & 4km of Gravel. Brackenburn Trout Retreat is situated in the picturesque Kamberg Valley in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, and is a top fly fishing destination with self-catering accommodation. Comfortable accommodation is offered in 3 self-catering cottages with braai facilities. The accommodation comprises well-equipped cottages. Two of the cottages can house 6 people with 2 bathrooms, and a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining area and lounge with a cosy fireplace, as well as a 2-sleeper cottage. There are 3 on-site dams stocked with Rainbows and Browns, ensuring excellent fishing opportunities. To complete the fishing experience, there is 1 km of river frontage of the pristine Little Mooi, rewarding fishermen who seek the pure trout fishing experience. For the keen birders, there is a bird hide on the property, as well as a jungle gym to keep the children entertained.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Brackenburn Trout and Trail Retreat

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
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Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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No age restriction
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.