67KR Zondachsfontein Farm Vaalwater, 0510 Vaalwater, South Africa
#4 of 13 hotels in Vaalwater
Guests' ChoiceBased on 65 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.6
Free Wifi
7.5
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Reviewed: August 23, 2025
Shawna
FranceLovely lodge, staff and owner :) we liked the food, specially dinner and breakfast. They made our last night in SA really nice.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: April 21, 2025
Cosimo
United KingdomI think they can improve the menu giving more choices to the guests
The position is amazing and the design look so authentic. The owner is a really nice person as well as all the staff.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 19, 2025
Diamantino
South AfricaThe septic tank is close by to the unit and quite often there is a smell coming from it. There was a wooden deck outside with a beautiful view, however when I asked for umbrellas on the deck, I was told that they were all under maintenance. Lunch a pricey for being such a small portion. I asked for a very small lunch on two days and paid hefty prices for this.., could have been a bit more reasonable, considering it was one course and such a small portion, equivalent to a starter for diner. The game drives were a bit disappointing, but this was due to the farm being water logged, hence the game rangers were loath to go into areas the Land Cruiser might have been stuck.
Beautiful views
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 26, 2025
Nigel
United KingdomNothing
Location Staff Facilities Food
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: February 3, 2025
Riette
South AfricaBreakfast and dinner was exceptional and personalized.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: December 16, 2024
Nozipho
South AfricaThe service was amazing and kind of Very informative and the food was delicious and well presented
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: September 30, 2024
Tendi
South AfricaNothing much. There is still room to work on the menu but we were happy with the food.
The rooms were nicely separated offering great privacy and absolute quietness
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 28, 2024
Dinet
South AfricaWe knew there is no electricity at the treehouse, but it was still very difficult to operate without electricity there.
The privacy of the tree house is outstanding! We saw so many game on the sunset gamedrive, it was amazing. The restaurants food has exceeded our expectations!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 16, 2024
Tebogo
South AfricaAccess via R33 is not lekker
Massage was great, food is awesome and rooms have breathtaking views staff is friendly
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 27, 2024
Lili
South AfricaThe beautiful lodge and stunning views . All the staff were friendly and ensure I had a wonderful stay.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 29, 2024
Michiel
BotswanaStunning mountain and property in the bush. Silence and peace.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 26, 2024
Kristina
NorwayHad the best time! We came here to relax at the end of a Botswana, South Africa road trip. The lodge is beautiful and peacefully located. The view is amazing. The staff is just the best. We felt so “at home” here. It is not a big 5 game place, but they state what game they have on their website so we were fully aware of this. We enjoyed the game drive very much due to great explanations. If you are coming for a relaxing getaway in the bush, and not for a big 5 safari, this is the place!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 17, 2024
Schalk
South AfricaNothing
Amazing location in the Waterberge with a breathtaking view. We had a delicious homemade meal, potjiekos (beef stew) for dinner. Staff were friendly and professional and went out of their way to make it comfortable for us. Saw some beautiful Buffalo on our game drive. They even had delicious wines from the Boland :-) Thank you
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 1, 2024
Ingrid
South AfricaNothing
Food, rooms, friendly hosts, very quiet, no tv,game drive
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Mayisela
South AfricaThe lodge was beautiful,peaceful and well kept. The staff was very friendly and super helpful It is a great getaway from the city The game drives were the best part
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Thabo
South AfricaI drove a low car (normal hatchback) and the gravel road is quite difficult to drive on. It took us over an hour to drive on gravel (which is around a 10kms drive) as we had to drive at 10 to 15 kms/h so we don’t damage the car. Nevertheless, it was all worth it! I’d recommend taking a bigger car to the lodge.
Far from everything. Beautiful set up. Friendly staff who were willing to attend to my many extra requests. Super quite. The spa was incredible. The food was great. Everything was perfect!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 16, 2024
Palesa
South AfricaNothing
Tranquility , staff is awesome
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Hendrik
South AfricaNothing
The service of the owner and his staff was exceptional. Thanks for a fantastic stay. The Wildebees potjie was out of this world with a proper taste of Africa around the bush fire.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 18, 2024
Zonin
ItalyPlace is amazing. Totally surrounded by the nature in a complete peaceful hill. Staff super friendly and kind (thanks BB and Marcel). The food was delicious.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 5, 2024
Thikhedzo
South AfricaThey didn’t have Canopy beds like advertised
The authenticity and tranquility of the environment🥰
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 2, 2024
Lucinda
South AfricaIt was a bit pricey
Breakfast was really nice, venue lovely.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Katlego
South AfricaThe atmosphere and the food was excellent
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 2, 2024
Jeppe
South AfricaNot a Big 5 safari, but very good opportunities to get close Buffaloes.
Fantastic place for a few days away. Amazing view and peaceful. Great service, good food.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 16, 2023
Bruno
SwitzerlandVery personal and warm athmosphere in a beautiful surrounding. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the daily game drives a lot and thank Marcel for his professional explanations. Special thanks to Elisabeth for the creative gourmet food. A luxury hideaway we can only recommend. We definitely will come again.
Stayed in December 2023
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