Boasting a patio with garden views, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Makhato Bush Lodge 48 can be found in Bela-Bela, close to Sondela Nature Reserve and 23 km from Bothasvley Nature Reserve. There is an in-house restaurant and free private parking. The holiday home has an outdoor fireplace and spa facilities. The spacious holiday home has 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 5 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. This holiday home also includes a terrace that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests are welcome to unwind in the on-site bar, while a minimarket is also available. You can play tennis at the holiday home. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, hiking and walking tours are possible in the surroundings and Makhato Bush Lodge 48 can arrange a bicycle rental service. Combretum Game Park is 31 km from the accommodation, while Elements Private Golf Reserve is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Wonderboom Airport, 91 km from Makhato Bush Lodge 48.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
1 double bed
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Property practice

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
High score for Bela-Bela
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  • Yvonne
    South Africa South Africa
    One of the most beautiful houses at Makatho Perfect for a big family
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful spacious home. Absolutely perfect for a nice family holiday.
  • Rafael
    South Africa South Africa
    I like everything about the place and intend to revisit again.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.1
9.1
Host review score
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Makhato Bush Lodge 48 is located within the Sondela Nature Reserve just outside of Bela- Bela in Limpopo. The Fully equipped Lodge has 4 modern and spacious on suite bedrooms and a separate quest toilet with shower. The house has a fully equipped, large open plan kitchen with separate kitchenette area, with washing machine and dishwasher. There is a large living area with flatscreen TV and DSTV. The house has an outside entertainment area leading to a separate boma area. Makhato Bush Lodge 48 does NOT have its own swimming pool but is in close vicinity to various swimming pools for the exclusive use of bush lodge owners and quests. Guests have access to Sondela's farmyard with a multitude of activities, restaurants and bar. Sondela has numerous activities for kids and adults alike, from horse-riding , game drives and quad bike rides and entertainment programs for the kids, all payable at the farmyard. Sondela also has a Spa and Wellness centre.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

  • Restaurant #2

    No additional info available

Facilities of Makhato Bush Lodge 48
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bar
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Electric blankets
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Fan
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    Wellness
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa facilities
    • Sun umbrellas
      Additional charge
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Sauna
      Additional charge
    Food & Drink
    • Bar
    • Restaurant
    Activities
    • Archery
      Additional charge
    • Bike tours
      Additional charge
    • Walking tours
    • Game drives
      Additional charge
    • Tennis equipment
      Additional charge
    • Mini golf
      Additional charge
    • Horse riding
      Additional charge
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    Shops
    • Minimarket on site
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Makhato Bush Lodge 48 takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 18:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 05:00.

    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.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 05:00:00.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Makhato Bush Lodge 48

    • The prices at Makhato Bush Lodge 48 may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Makhato Bush Lodge 48 has 2 restaurants:

      • Restaurant #1
      • Restaurant #2

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Makhato Bush Lodge 48 on this page.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Makhato Bush Lodge 48 is 7.5 miles from the centre of Bela-Bela. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Makhato Bush Lodge 48 has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 4 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Makhato Bush Lodge 48 offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Sauna
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Tennis court
      • Mini golf
      • Archery
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Swimming Pool
      • Spa facilities
      • Bike tours
      • Horse riding
      • Game drives
      • Tennis equipment
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area

    • Yes, Makhato Bush Lodge 48 is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Makhato Bush Lodge 48 can accommodate the following group size:

      • 8 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Makhato Bush Lodge 48 is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.