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Tomjachu Bush Retreat

4.0 star property
Mountain lodge in Mbombela with restaurant and bar/lounge

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4 outdoor pools
Valbonne Villa | Terrace/patio
Bush Cottage | Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Valbonne Villa | Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Keepers Cottage | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Keepers Cottage

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 1184 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Cottage | Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 861 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Valbonne Villa | Terrace/patio

Valbonne Villa

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • 6781 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Rock House | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Rock House

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Heating
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bush Cottage | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Bush Cottage

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • 1399 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Homestead Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Homestead Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Off Uitkyk Road, Valbonne Farm, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1200

What's nearby

  • Mediclinic Nelspruit - 18 min drive
  • Nelspruit Private Nature Reserve - 22 min drive
  • Ilanga Mall - 27 min drive
  • Lowveld National Botanical Garden - 28 min drive
  • Chimp Eden - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 45 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Suitkerbossie - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Bistrobistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Stefano - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Klipspringer Lodge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maskmountain Lodge & Spa - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Tomjachu Bush Retreat

Enjoy your visit to Mbombela with a stay at Tomjachu Bush Retreat. After taking a dip in one of the 4 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, German

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

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 AM - 4 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

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 18
DONE

Children

    • Babysitting*
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 6 AM to 9 PM*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 4 outdoor pools

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Homestead Dining Room - Onsite fine-dining restaurant.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 180 to 230 for adults, and ZAR 130 to 180 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 690 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 450.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 450.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 12 costs ZAR 690 (one-way)

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests with service animals should contact this property in advance.

Also known as

Tomjachu Bush Lodges Lodge Nelspruit
Tomjachu Bush Lodges Lodge
Tomjachu Bush Lodges Nelspruit
Tomjachu Bush Retreat Lodge Nelspruit
Tomjachu Bush Retreat Lodge
Tomjachu Bush Retreat Nelspruit
Tomjachu Bush Retreat
Tomjachu Bush Lodges
Tomjachu Bush Retreat Lodge
Tomjachu Bush Retreat Mbombela
Tomjachu Bush Retreat Lodge Mbombela

Frequently asked questions

Does Tomjachu Bush Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Tomjachu Bush Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?
Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Tomjachu Bush Retreat?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6 AM to 9 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 690 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Tomjachu Bush Retreat and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing, and safari tours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Tomjachu Bush Retreat?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Homestead Dining Room.
Does Tomjachu Bush Retreat have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished patio.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic and We’re Coming Back!
Such a beautiful place! We are definitely going back. Beware of GPS leading you astray if you are coming from the Ressano Garcia border.
Kelly, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Truly fabulous
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable beds, great atmosphere, extremely relaxing
Paul, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Corali, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our mid week stay,
Was an amazing stay, beautiful nature walks, excellent food and service. Accommodation was great too.
Corali, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kathryn, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome, just awesome
This is an utterly amazing destination, a genuine wish we could stay forever holiday destination. It is truly a private, luxury, in-middle-of-nowhere, walk freely amongst the animals kind of a place just 30 minutes from civilization. You couldn’t ask for more and at a fraction of what you think all this would cost.
Steven, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely accommodation and food. Beautiful location within natural setting.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Chef’s a star!
The Chef’s wonderful dishes is a main reason for coming back and braving the gravel road to get here.
Karen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A truly hidden gem,should be the worst kept secret
Amazing hospitality and stay. From the minute we arrived to the minute we left the team treated us so well. The property is taken care of very well with no attention to detail spared. If you’re looking for an eco friendly private reserve where you can detach and unwind this is it.
Gary, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Getaway
I stayed here for a great romantic getaway with my girlfriend , We had an amazing time the hosts were extremely friendly and accommodating. The linen was clean and the place was spotless. The apartment was serviced daily , and the self catering facilities were more than sufficient . There was good wifi which was needed as MTN and Telkom signal was spotty .
Chandresh, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic lodge with breathtaking views!
We stayed at Tomjachu for a couple of nights during a 10 day tour of SA. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and did everything to make our relaxing visit perfect. The cottage we stayed at was beautiful, with a breathtaking view of the mountains. We enjoyed eating at the Homestead as well as grilling our on food on a typical South African braai on our patio. We hiked around the property and overall had a wonderful, relaxing time enjoying the outdoors at Tomjachu.
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Luxury hideaway for a budget price
We got to Tomjachu accidentally on a last minute search for a one night stay on a way from Kruger National Park. And we found a real jewel away in the mountains. The property is managed by Mr. Jack at highest standards competing with top hotels we've stayed. Everything is very well considered - a welcome email with throughout description of amenities, hiking ant MTB tracks; tree tags around the place; simple but efficient water saving tools in bathroom (you should see it yourselves); fireplace in a room… and a lot else to list. They have several cosy cottage with braai and swimming pools, each with beautiful views (we lived in the foremost and most private one called Bush Lodge. So sad we had to leave this place so quickly - I would like to return here for a weak for a hideaway chill.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Tomjachu is paradise away just away from Nelspruit
Tomjachu is a great place just outside Nelspruit. The place is absolutely well kept. The view is beautiful and very nice place to reconnect with family. There is no television so all the time is for you with your family. The accommodation is really relaxing and seems a very good way to reconnect with yourself.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Amazing place but check the note on dirt entrance
*Note: Lodge staff were incredible, the meals were great, and the view is amazing. I would highly recommend this place for a retreat and lodge experience. It should be noted this Lodge is down a 6-8 Kilometer dirt road that can feel rough in the dark. We did not have a 4x4 and faired okay but the hotel should state this fact in their description. Come here for rest and the beauty but not for proximity to Nelspruit due to dirt road.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

An amazing find!
We stayed at the Bush Cottage as a family, amazing outlook views and a game drive at sunset was superlative. The mattress in the main bedroom was a bit on the hard side and maybe some new appliances in the kitchen could complement the elegant rustic look of the cottage. We had a braai fire arranged for us, the service is impeccable.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staffs, peaceful and quiet place, amazing foods...I had an wonderful stay.
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Posto idilliaco
Molto positiva, personale gentilissimo, cena romantica perfetta!
Francesca, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Avkopplande
Ett alldeles utmärkt retreat för avkoppling, med natur och djur inpå knuten. Väldigt serviceinriktad personal, det var underbart att vara där!
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