Important Access Note Red Cliff Lodge is reached via a gravel road. A high-clearance vehicle is required to access this reset destination comfortably and safely. Your Own Tiny Off-Grid Home in the Wild No crowds. No noise. Just space, stillness, and the rare feeling of having it all to yourself. Red Cliff Lodge is a private off-grid eco-retreat set in a beautiful valley surrounded by dramatic red cliffs. Powered by solar and gas, it offers sustainable living without compromising on comfort. There is no load-shedding here — only peace, fresh air, birdsong, and wide-open skies. This tiny countryside home is designed for guests who value simplicity, nature, space, and quiet. It is ideal for couples, small families, and nature lovers looking to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with what matters. Wake up to birdsong instead of alarms. Spend your days exploring untamed hiking trails, watching wildlife from the porch, relaxing outdoors, or simply enjoying the stillness of the valley. At night, sit beneath endless stars and experience the rare beauty of true off-grid living. Juliet will welcome you personally and make you feel right at home. A Quieter, Wilder Marico The Marico is known for its stories, its history, and its timeless charm. But beyond the familiar lies a quieter, wilder Marico — one you do not just hear about, but feel. High in the upper reaches of the Groot Marico River, red cliffs, winding gorges, clear streams, birdlife, and wildlife create an unforgettable escape into nature. Property Highlights Entire cabin. Self-catering accommodation Solar-powered with gas facilities Mountain views Garden and bush views Outdoor dining area BBQ/braai facilities Free private parking Family-friendly Non-smoking accommodation Wildlife sightings Complimentary Extras Tea, coffee, milk, sugar and rusks Toiletries Firewood Why guests love it Now crowds, noise or rush - just pure bushveld

I just love meeting new and interesting people. It is such an honor and privilege for me to share our little piece of heaven with guests. It is vitally important to me that guests feel that they are free to ask for anything during their stay and we endeavor to meet any needs. I am extremely passionate about nature and the environment and love taking guests on guided hikes as well as sharing some of the history of the area - of which there is a definite richness. Practically all of my guests leave here feeling rejuvenated and recharged and ready to face whatever challenges they may have.

Where the Wild Still Feels Untouched In one of South Africa’s most pristine and quietly remarkable landscapes lies the Marico Biosphere Reserve — a place of clear rivers, ancient rock, open skies, and landscapes that shift gently from bushveld to savannah, from rugged ridges to wetlands fed by streams and the Groot Marico River. This is a part of the country that still feels wonderfully unspoiled. In places, it feels almost untouched. Red Cliff Lodge is a family-owned, off-grid bush camp and eco-lodge set in the heart of the Marico district — a landscape known for its crystal-clear rivers and some of the cleanest natural water in South Africa. Here, life slows to the rhythm of birdsong, flowing streams, sun-warmed rock, and starlit nights. LOCATED JUST 8KM FROM THE MARICO EYE, Red Cliff Lodge is the perfect base from which to explore this remarkable natural wonder, then return to the quiet comfort of your own little piece of wild. The Marico Biosphere Reserve, situated in the North West Province, was designated by UNESCO in 2018 and covers more than 447,000 hectares. Within this special landscape, the Marico Protected Environment was declared in 2016 under the Protected Areas Act, helping to protect the sensitive headwaters of the Groot Marico River. Beneath the surface lies one of the area’s greatest treasures: vast dolomitic aquifers — natural underground water systems that feed the springs, streams, and famous “Eyes” of the Marico. These clear waters shape the land, sustain its wildlife, and give the region its rare sense of life and stillness. At Red Cliff Lodge, you are invited to experience this quieter, wilder Marico for yourself. Wake to birdsong. Walk between red cliffs and riverine bush. Watch the light change across the valley. Sit beneath a sky full of stars. Breathe in the silence. This is where you come to disconnect from the noise, reconnect with nature. Find your peace… and a little bit of wild.