Rockwood Forest Lodge

Rockwood Forest Lodge, accommodation in Karkloof Area

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Description

Situated in the privately owned Karkloof Nature Reserve, only accessible by residents of Rockwood and people partaking in the Karkloof Canopy Tours.
The Accommodation consists of two unique A-frame Oregon Pine and Yellowwood houses. Each self-catering unit comprises three bedrooms and two bathrooms for six to eight guests in each. Fully equipped kitchenettes with freezer/fridge, oven, microwave and cutlery and crockery. There is a fireplaces in each sitting room in Lodge 1 only with fire wood provided. Only unit 1 has a fireplace with fire wood provided. Heaters, insect repellents, soap and shampoo available in the rooms.

Lodge 1 is situated in the lower region of the Karkloof reserve and has a wooden deck outside looking onto the Godwini River surrounded by dense forest with fauna and flora as far as the eye can see.
Lodge 4 is situated higher up in the reserve, also with a wooden deck and has view out across the grassland hills and indigenous forest.
Guided mountain biking tours and canopy tours available on request, walks, fishing and simply indulging in the wilderness prove to be the ultimate retreat.

Mountain Bike trail of 16km and guided trails.

Although not situated in the private, Karkloof Nature Reserve, it's location on a typical Midlands farm, called Spitzkop, allows you to still have access to the reserve and its hiking and mountain biking trails, fishing (bring your own rods), birding and the popular Karkloof Canopy Tours which offer guests of Rockwood Forest Lodge a 10% discount per person. All of this is within walking or driving distance from the Farm Cottage. The unit is fully electrified, has DSTV and consists of 1 x King and 1 x Twin room, with the main room having the bath, loo and outdoor shower for the adventurous!
Farm House:
The main property on Spitzkop farm, this is the last word in contemporary farm living! Consisting of 4 bedrooms (1 x king, 3 twin rooms), 3 bathrooms and 1 guest loo, this is ideal for the bigger family who want to experience rustic farm conditions, but not foregoing any creature comforts.

Rates

Lodge 1 sleeps 6 people @ R2000

Lodge 4 sleeps 6 people @ R1800

2 night minimum may apply over weekends & public holidays

Fishing rods are supplied free of charge, with prior notice

Unit 1 and Unit 4 are still our 6-sleeper s/c accomms in the Karkloof Nature Reserve and is rented out at R2000.00 per night and R1800.00 per night respectively. We are running a winter special and have discounted all our rates by 30%.

We have also recently opened the Farm Cottage which is situated adjacent toe the Karkloof Nature Reserve, on a typical Midlands farm. Sleeps 4 in 1 x DBL and 1 x Twin room and is rented out at R400.00pppn with children under 12 staying half price. Same winter special applicable.

Farm House is R3000 per night. sleeps 8 pax

Children under 12 sharing with adults – 50% of adult rate.

Directions

There are currently only temporary signs to Rockwood Forest Lodge. We are awaiting for approvals for our signage from various authorities. In the interim, please follow these directions carefully. Driving time is about 1hr 15 min from Durban and 4hr from Johannesburg. Four-wheel-drive would be useful, but it is not essential. Rockwood Forest Lodge – Unit 1 * N3 to Howick from Durban or Johannesburg * From Durban, take Exit 103, Howick/Midmar and head into Howick central * From Johannesburg take Exit 107, Howick (North)/ Tweedie and head into Howick central * Take Karkloof/Rietvlei road from centre of Howick (near the BP) * After 13 kms, turn left to Currys Post * After 3.5 kms, right along D815. Follow signs to Rockwood Forest Lodge. * After 4.3 kms, take left fork and cross drift * After 2.3 kms, take right fork * Carry on for 1.5 kms * If gate is chained/locked, combination is "315" * To get to Karkloof Canopy Tour, return to tar road and turn left. Follow signs. (About 20 min.) Rockwood Forest Lodge – Unit 4 * N3 to Howick from Durban or Johannesburg * From Durban, take Exit 103, Howick/Midmar and head into Howick central * From Johannesburg take Exit 107, Howick (North)/ Tweedie and head into Howick central * Take Karkloof/Rietvlei road from centre of Howick (near the BP) * After about 17 kms, take turn to left to “Karkloof Canopy Tour” * Follow Karkloof Canopy Tour signs until you see signs to Leopards Bush. * Follow signs to Leopards Bush up steep hill for about 2km. * After passing through gate near top of hill, carry on for about 200m and then turn right at intersection. Wind your way for about 300m through forest and clearing to Lodge. * If gate is locked, combination is “315” * To get to “Karkloof Canopy Tour” go back down steep hill for 2 kms and turn left at the bottom. (About 5 min.) By Air The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg (Oribi). There are regular scheduled flights between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg. By road, Pietermaritzburg is approximately 35 minutes away. Alternatively, Durban International is about 1 hr 15 minutes by road. Airport transfers can be arranged on request. * Durban – Rockwood – Durban R500 for up to 3 people * Pmb – Rockwood – Pmb R250 for up to 3 people By Helicopter Heli transfers and scenic tours can be arranged on request.