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Tholo Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe

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A heated pool
Dining
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Game room
In the heart of the Bushveld, Tholo Lodge offers a serene retreat amidst Mabalingwe Game Reserve. Take in the tranquility with an outdoor shower under starry skies or relax by your private entrance. Unwind in an open-plan lounge, modern kitchen and enjoy leisure facilities just a stone’s throw away.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tholo Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe

In the heart of the Bushveld, Tholo Lodge is a privately-owned Lodge in the exquisite pristine Mabalingwe Game Reserve 22 km outside of Bela-Bela on the Alma road in the Waterberg Mountain
Conveniently situated and an easy 90- minute drive from Pretoria, with a host of leisure facilities and the surrounding reserve with its wild life provide endless opportunities to embrace the tranquillity of the Bushveld. The area is malaria free. This magnificent, fully- furnished, lodge has 4 large, tastefully decorated en-suite bedrooms, sleeping 8 adults. 2 bedrooms have a private front entrance and hosts two three-quarter beds each. An en-suite bathroom consisting of hand basin, shower, separate toilet and a private outside shower with hot and cold water. The two other en-suite bedrooms has a king-sized bed in each. Open plan lounge with dining area and an modern, well- equipped, granite kitchen including fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, a microwave, coffee maker and ice machine.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,767 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Baboons can become a problem when looking for food. Please ensure that all windows and doors and closed when not at the property.
Limit noise levels with no loud music and no noise after 10pm. Please be considerate to neighbouring properties and guests wanting to enjoy the bush

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Tholo Private Game Lodge Mabalingwe
Tholo Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe Private vacation home
Tholo Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe Bela Bela, South Africa

About the area

Bela-Bela is home to this holiday home. Bosveld Mall and Bela Bela Flea Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate and Het Bad Natuurreservaat. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bela Bela, South Africa

What's nearby

  • Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bela Bela Hospital - 36 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Bela Bela Local Municipality - 37 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Bela Bela Flea Market - 37 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Bela-Bela Mosque - 38 min drive - 33.9 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪NP Bar - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Osborn Parnes Lapa (NP) - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Keg & Filly Rivonia - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Mabalingwe Nature Reserve Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bush BBQ - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tholo Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Tholo Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tholo Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tholo Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tholo Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe located?

Situated in Bela-Bela, this holiday home is steps from Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Wessels Lake. Klipspringer Lake is 4 mi (6.4 km) away.

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