Holiday Stays

Doornkop Fish & Wildlife Reserve

Self-catering Chrissiesmeer · Mpumalanga

About

Self-catering chalets in Mpumalanga's rolling hills, 2.5 hours from Johannesburg. Three to five-bedroom accommodation ideal for families and groups seeking fly-fishing and wildlife experiences.

Accommodation

Chalets range from 3 to 5 bedrooms, sleeping 6 to 10 guests. Each features fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers, lounges with fireplaces, dining areas, and multiple en-suite or combination bathrooms. Private patios offer panoramic views. Covered parking and private braai areas included.

Facilities

Available facilities include a swimming pool, tennis court, mini-golf course, children's play area, games room, and clubhouse. Eight well-stocked dams support fly-fishing. The reserve features braai areas near dams and picnic sites.

Location & Surroundings

Located near Carolina, Mpumalanga, approximately 2.5 to 3 hours from Johannesburg and Pretoria. The property sits in rolling hills beside the Swartspruit River and Doornkop Dam. Cascading waterfalls and scenic valleys characterize the reserve.

Rooms

Three-Bedroom Chalet

Sleeps 6 guests across three bedrooms with king, double, or two single bed configurations. Features 2 to 3 en-suite or combination bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, lounge with firepl

Four-Bedroom Chalet

Sleeps 8 guests across four bedrooms with king, double, or two single bed configurations. Features 2 separate or 4 en-suite combination bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, lounge with f

Five-Bedroom Chalet

Sleeps 10 guests across five bedrooms with king, double, or two single bed configurations. Features 4 to 5 en-suite or combination bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, lounge with firepl

Location

Address

Carolina, Mpumalanga, South Africa

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Features

Eight Well-stocked Fishing Dams On-site Fly Shop With Equipment Hire And Beginner Fishing Lessons Fishing Permit R250 Valid 7 Days Covering All Dams Rod Hire: R350 Weekend (fri–mon), R550 Full Week (fri–fri) Swartspruit And Komati Rivers On Property For Yellowfish Catch-and-release Cascading Waterfalls And Rivers On Property Plains Game Including Zebra, Wildebeest, Impala, Kudu, And Blesbok Smaller Wildlife Including Porcupine, Jackal, And Mongoose No Large Predators On Reserve Timeshare Options Available For Regular Guests Managed Through Myresorts Partnership Pay-3-stay-4 Midweek Package At R1,068 Per Chalet Per Night Free Fishing Permit Valued At R250 Included With 4-night Online Bookings

Activities

Hiking Swimming Bird Watching Wildlife Viewing Mountain Biking Cycling Picnicking Nature Walks Fly-fishing Guided Game Drives Self-drive Safari Horse Riding (seasonal)

Amenities

Swimming Pool Kitchen Fireplace Covered Parking Games Room Clubhouse Tennis Court Mini Golf Braai Areas Dishwasher Private Patio Picnic Sites Children's Play Area

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