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Valley Of The Rainbow Estate
Whether you're a nature lover or an outdoor enthusiast, Valley of the Rainbow Estate is an incredible place to visit all year round. Surrounded by mountains, indigenous forests and rivers, Valley of the Rainbow offers the perfect getaway to experience peace and tranquillity away from city life Valley of the Rainbow is near the town of Dullstroom which is situated on the premier tourist route between Johannesburg and Pretoria and the attractions on the eastern escarpment and the Lowveld regions of Mpumalanga. Valley of the Rainbow Estate has a variety of accommodation options on offer. The picturesque Watermill, which was built in the 19th century has been renovated into two separate rooms (The Mill and the Mill room) with incredible views of the dams, mountains and forests. The Country House is decorated in a classic country style and offers five comfortable double bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms, access to the veranda and magnificent views over the valley and mountains. The Country House is self-catering and accommodates a maximum of 10 people. The Tented Chalets are for our more adventurous guests. Experience all nature has to offer, in comfortable tented accommodation. Each Tented Chalet is fitted with an en-suite bathroom, kitchenette and seating deck with stunning views of the hills, dams and valley. Encounter the countryside from our Nature Log Cabins. These cabins are hidden within an indigenous forest and allow guests a secluded space to enjoy the tranquility of nature. These one-bedroom cabins accommodate two people with a king-size bed, en-suite bathroom fitted with a lovely tub and shower and a separate toilet. The closed combustion wood fireplace in the lounge area of the cabin creates an intimate atmosphere perfect for couples. Come and relax in nature and embrace the unspoiled natural beauty on offer. Take a stargazing night walk, hike to the mountain rock pools and discover the patient art of fly-fishing in our waterways.
Area Info
Valley of the Rainbow Wilderness Reserve is located near the towns of Dullstroom and Belfast in Mpumalanga
Dullstroom is a picturesque fly-fishing village with a variety of shops and restaurants
The Wilderness Retreat combines the beauty of an awe-inspiring natural landscape with convenience and hospitality
Sprawling over almost 1000 hectares of mountains and cradled in a valley surrounded by mountains the venue is a sanctuary of indigenous forests, dams, rivers and waterfalls
Visitors will experience the peace and tranquillity of the venue, prolific birdlife including 5 kingfisher species, the fish eagle and endangered blue crane, variety of game including buck, vervet monkey, bush pig, serval cat and the clawless otter
The Wilderness Retreat is about a three-hour drive, on a national highway, from Johannesburg and Pretoria, making short holiday breaks or a stop-over to the Kruger National Park a pleasure
Units and Rooms
Mill Room
Guests: 2
The Mill Room is a Spacious room with a Lounge area, a King size Bed, DStv, bar fridge, wine cooler, Fireplace and en-suite Bathroom (shower only). No self-catering facilities. Meals can be pre-ordered.
The Mill
Guests: 2
The Mill is a spacious room with a lounge/bar area, a Queen-size Bed, DStv, bar fridge, wine cooler, Fireplace and en-suite Bathroom (shower and bath). No self-catering facilities. Meals can be pre-ordered.
Nature Cabin
Guests: 2
A private one-bedroom log cabin that accommodates 2 people. King-size bed, en-suite bathroom fitted with lovely tub & walk-in shower with separate private toilet. The kitchen includes a bar fridge, microwave, cutlery & crockery. Rate is ROOM ONLY.
Honeymoon Tented Chalet 2-sleeper
Guests: 2
Triple-insulated 2-sleeper tented chalet with a Queen bed (linen, blankets & electric blankets incl). Heater, en-suite bathroom (shower). Deck overlooking dam with braai and chairs. Fully equipped kitchenette for self-catering, including fridge.
Country House
Guests: 10
5 Bedrooms (twins) with ensuite Bathrooms. Meals can be taken at Manor House at extra costs. Open plan lounge, dining room and TV room and fully equipped kitchen, the Country House is self-catering and is ideally suited for families & groups.
Family Tented Chalet 4-Sleeper
Guests: 4
Triple-insulated 4-sleeper tented chalet with a double and 2 single beds (linen, blankets & electric blankets incl). Heater, en-suite bathroom (shower). Deck with braai and chairs. Fully equipped kitchenette for self-catering, including fridge.
Wilderness Cabin
Guests: 4
Max Adults: 2
The Wilderness Cabin is a two room unit with bathroom en-suite to the bedroom and a bunk bed in the open plan living area. The unit is fully equipped for self catering including a fridge and mini oven. Unit is equipped with DSTV and Air conditioner.
