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Ibis River Retreat

Self-catering Lanseria · Gauteng
Ibis River Retreat
Ibis River Retreat
Ibis River Retreat
Ibis River Retreat

About

Ibis River Retreat is a private self-catering accommodation by the Jukskei River offering five cottages each with its own private jacuzzi and fireplace.

Accommodation

Five private cottages each with private jacuzzi and fireplace: Fish Eagle, rustic A-frame under an old willow tree in indigenous bush; Francolin sleeps four for friends and family with children over seven; Kingfisher has Mediterranean tones and romantic bedroom opening to terrace with lie-in jacuzzi overlooking the river.

Facilities

Facilities include a sparkling swimming pool overlooking the river, riverside braai areas and picnic spots, boma, outdoor thatch lapa, an 11-circuit medieval labyrinth of white quartz for walking meditation, garden with lily ponds, and Country Spa with advance bookings. Breakfast is served in each cottage.

Location & Surroundings

Ibis River Retreat is by the Jukskei River in the heart of the Crocodile River Reserve, 35 minutes from Fourways. Access is via a 7 km sand road around 20 minutes drive that is sedan-accessible but requires extra care after heavy rains.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 11:00
Children: Allowed

Rooms

Fish Eagle

Rustic A-frame self-catering cottage fringing the Jukskei River edge and nestled amongst indigenous bush under an old willow tree. Cosy loft bedroom overlooking the river via fold-down stairs, quaint

From
R2,000

Francolin

Charming private family unit for friends and family, children over 7. Sleeps 4.

From
R2,500

Kingfisher

Mediterranean style cottage with romantic bedroom opening to terrace and lie-in jacuzzi overlooking the river.

From
R2,000

Hadeda

Original cottage, still one of the most popular. Luxurious self-catering cottage offering complete privacy with shade-net covered terrace, Weber braai, cosy private outdoor jacuzzi overlooking the riv

From
R2,000

Hornbill

Self-catering cottage in warm earthy tones with large modern cherry wood kitchen.

From
R2,000

Fish Eagle Cottage

Cottage right on river edge with entertainment area includ braai facilities, large private outdoor Jacuzzi next to river. Small open plan lounge with fireplace, kitchenette and small bathroom with sho

Queen x 1
From
R1,600

Hadeda Cottage

Massive bedroom with queen size bed, built in bath, separate bathroom with toilet/basin/shower, open plan kitchen fully stocked with oven/ mircrowave/ pantry etc, kitchen counter with chairs open plan

Queen x 1
From
R2,000

Kingfisher Cottage

(Honeymoon suite) modern light and finishes in white and blues. Main bedroom with queen size bed, en-suite with shower/toilet/basin. Door leads directly to outside private Jacuzzi.

Queen x 1
From
R2,000

Hornbill Cottage

Spacious charming and cosy with warm hue tones, queen size bed, private terrace overlooks large pond and meandering stream, private outdoor Jacuzzi, open plan living area: lounge with fireplace/ dinin

Queen x 1
From
R2,000

Francolin Cottage

Two bedroom, main room with queen size bed, 2nd room with 2 x single beds, two bathroom cottage with large open plan living area including lounge/ dining area with fireplace and open plan fully fitted

Queen x 1 Single x 2
From
R2,500

Location

Get Directions → Lanseria Guide →
Sleeps 12

Directions

Access is via 7 km sand road approximately 20 minutes drive. Sedan-accessible but extra care required after heavy rains.

Full directions →

Activities

Hiking Fishing Detox Retreats Labyrinth Meditation

Facilities

Swimming Pool Spa Garden

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