Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View
Property grounds
Bar (on property)
Garden view
Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge welcomes families with action and tranquility. Try archery and cycling in nature or unwind by the pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. Enjoy delicious meals with pool views at the restaurant, and find a quiet retreat in the library.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Room options

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Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Elephant Room (with shared bathroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Gecko Room (with Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Day bed
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Executive Studio Suite, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
Farm 88 Doornhoek, 5th Street, Emgwenya, Mpumalanga, 1195

What's nearby

  • Elands Falls - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Waterval Boven Natuurreservaat - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Kruger House Museum - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Mountain Strings Zipline - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Tranquilitas Adventure Farm - 15 min drive - 7.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Aloe's Country Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Grey's Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • The Steam Inn
  • ‪The Stag's Breath - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge

Family-friendly guest house near Elands Falls
Located close to Tranquilitas Adventure Farm, Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge provides a terrace, a garden and a playground. Adventurous travellers may like the archery, a ropes course and cycling at this guest house. The on-site restaurant, Only Set Menu, offers breakfast, dinner and pool views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Multilingual staff, a TV in reception and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information, bike tour information and barbecues
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths and free infant beds
  • Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 21-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM on request
  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Only Set Menu

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Ropes course
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's pool
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (99 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (94 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 100 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 480 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 480
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 100 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:30 PM
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 50 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note: The dining options at the property are non-kosher.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
24-hour pool access

Property is also known as

Acra Retreat Mountain View Guest House
Acra Retreat Mountain House
Acra Retreat Mountain View Lodge Guest House
Acra Retreat, Mountain View
Acra Retreat Mountain View Lodge
Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge Emgwenya
Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge Guesthouse
Acra Retreat Mountain View Lodge Guest House
Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge Guesthouse Emgwenya

Frequently asked questions

Does Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge on 22 Sept 2025 start from NZ$119.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to 11:30 PM for a fee of ZAR 100.

What time is check-out at Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for ZAR 50 (subject to availability).

Does Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 10:00 AM-12:30 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 480 per person applies.

Where is Acra Retreat, Mountain View Lodge located?

Located in a regional park, this family-friendly guesthouse is within 9 mi (15 km) of Tranquilitas Adventure Farm, Elands Falls and Mountain Strings Zipline.

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