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Bass Lake Country Lodge

Lodge Ystervarkfontein · Gauteng
Cozy bedroom with large bed red throw and wooden wardrobe under slanted ceiling
Neatly made bed with white pillows and red blanket in a bedroom setting
Thatchedroof huts by a lake with lush green trees in the background
Scenic lakeside view with lush greenery stone pathway and distant hills
Two leather chairs glass table and zebra rug in a sunlit room

About

Bass Lake Country Lodge is a family-owned Bushveld farm accommodation 30 km north east of Pretoria on the R573 - Moloto Road, with lodge suites, a caravan park, a restaurant, a wellness spa, and outdoor activities.

Accommodation

Five room types are available, from the 48m² Grand Suite sleeping up to 3 guests at R1,650 per night, to a Budget Room at R1,090 per night. The 69m² Two Bedroom Deluxe King and Twin Suite sleeps up to 4. Rooms include king-sized beds, single beds, and bath or shower options.

Facilities

Lodge guests have access to a pool with lake views, fishing, sun loungers and towels, a large outdoor boma, Spencer's Restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining, the Thandanani Bar and Lounge, and free parking. Pause Wellness Spa operates on Saturdays. Rooms include a television, ceiling fan, coffee station, and mini bar.

Location & Surroundings

The farm is 30 km north east of Pretoria on the R573 - Moloto Road, one hour from O.R. Tambo International Airport. Bass Lake holds tilapia, bass, and trout. Kudu, impala, zebra, and warthogs are present on the property. Over 200 bird species have been documented, with a bird hide at the dam.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Children: Not allowed
Pets: Not allowed
Smoking: Not allowed

Rooms

Grand Suite

A 48m² suite accommodating 1–3 guests. Features a king-size bed, bathroom with separate shower and deep soaking tub, seating area, coffee station, and mini bar. Privately positioned away from other ro

King x 1
From
R1,650

King Suite

A 30m² suite accommodating 1–2 guests. Features a king-size bed and two deluxe single beds, en-suite bathroom with shower, lounge area, and balcony with bushveld views.

King x 1 Single x 2
From
R1,470

Deluxe King & Twin Room

A 30m² room accommodating 1–2 guests. Features a king-sized bed plus two single beds, private bathroom with shower and deep soaking bathtub, large windows with garden views, lounge area, coffee statio

King x 1 Single x 2
From
R1,370

Two Bedroom Deluxe King & Twin Suite

A 69m² two-bedroom suite accommodating 1–4 guests. Each bedroom has a king-size bed and two single beds, with two en-suite bathrooms with showers, a lounge area, coffee station, mini bar, and large wi

King x 2 Single x 4
From
R2,750

Budget Room & Bath

A 30m² room accommodating 1–2 guests. Features a king-size bed and two single beds, private bathroom with deep bath and shower, bushveld-themed decor with soft lighting, coffee station, and mini bar.

King x 1 Single x 2
From
R1,090

Wild Whisper Private Camp

A private, self-catering bushveld retreat with 2 bedrooms, each featuring a queen-size bed and 2 single beds, sleeping up to 8 guests. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom with shower. Includes

Queen x 2 Single x 4

Boskamp (Bush Camp)

A private luxury camping experience accommodating up to 12 guests across 3 camping spots, nestled in a bush/forest setting adjacent to the caravan park. Features electrical power points, water points,

Karavaanpark (Caravan/Camping Stand)

34 spacious camping stands each measuring 12x12m (144m²), equipped with a private power point, water supply, boma, and movable braai. Modern ablution blocks open daily 06:00–21:00 include family bathr

Location

Address

R573 Moloto Road, Cullinan, Gauteng

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Directions

Located 30 km North East of Pretoria on the R573 (Moloto Road), in the Cullinan Magisterial District, Gauteng. Approximately 1 hour from O.R. Tambo International Airport. Detailed directions are available to download from the lodge website.

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Features

Family-owned Bushveld Farm Lodge Set Beside A Lake 200+ Documented Bird Species On Property Bird Hide At The Dam 30+ Years Of Operating Experience Generator Backup With No Load-shedding Disruption 18 Luxury Rooms Including 2 Executive Suites Over 1,000 Conferences Hosted

Activities

Swimming Bird Watching Wildlife Viewing Spa Treatments Picnics Team Building Activities Hiking And Running Trails Bass And Trout Fishing Go-karts Photography Shoots Conferences And Year-end Functions Cycling On The Farm

Amenities

Parking Wi-Fi Swimming Pool Braai Facilities Restaurant Bar Spa Games Room Housekeeping Conference Facilities Laundry Service Climbing Frame Go-carts Bird Hide Outdoor Boma Generator Backup Fishing Caravan Park Tuck Shop Sun Loungers Trampoline

Accommodation in Ystervarkfontein