Located 6.2 mi outside of Bela-Bela on the Sondela Nature Reserve, Makhato 84 is a fully equipped chalet with BBQ facilities. It has a balcony with views of the African Bush. The chalet has a living area with sofas, flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen. The master bedroom has a king size bed and an private bathroom with corner bath and shower. The 2nd bedroom has 2 double beds. Both rooms have a small patio. The open plan loft has 4 single beds and a balcony and shares a bathroom with the 2nd bedroom. Game drives and nature walks are offered at Sondela. Other activities include mountain bike riding, horse riding, tennis, mini golf and hiking. There are 3 swimming pools in the communal area, a children's playground, a restaurant, take away and a spa. Pretoria is about 62 mi away from Makhato 84.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Lindelee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
2nd visit at this Lodge. Setting of this Lodge is fantastic. Very clean, staff super friendly and helpful. Nothing beats the bush. Wide range of activities available, SPA, pools, bush walks and drives. Loads of local shops and restaurants near...
Alexia
South Africa South Africa
The location was great. Staff were so welcoming & great with the kids. Loads of things to do. Welcoming wildlife at the unit and throughout the facility..Sondela is beautiful. Will surely return. May just reconsider the unit
Arabelle
South Africa South Africa
We liked the cosy house and to be so close to nature.
Mathokz
South Africa South Africa
The environment eco system, the animals, peaceful habitant to be even for family vacation. the game drive was super, animal feeding out of this world.
Brits
South Africa South Africa
Sorry we did our own breakfast but the menu need more options for vegans and salads.
Jansen
Netherlands Netherlands
Great place to start our trip, we spotted lots of animals, went cycling and left well rested. Nicola was a great help and adjusted our booking when on arrival our flight was delayed.
Msimango
South Africa South Africa
Good day I am always traveling with my family have stayed in many lodges .Makhato 84 is one of the best places we ever visited To Theo Owner, I say WELLDONE may God bless you
Matthew
South Africa South Africa
Great location with all the amenities you need. There is even an outside drinks fridge.
Dzivhuluwani
South Africa South Africa
Clean environment, happy and helpful staff Comfortable place
Alex
South Africa South Africa
The size of the unit is perfect and the beds are in an acceptable state. The boma is amazing and very useful. The outside table and fridge were very useful as we mostly used this the entire weekend.

Area info

Amenities of Makhato 84 Bush Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 6:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests have to pay a fee of ZAR 215 per vehicle when entering Sondela Nature Reserve.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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