Comfortable Accommodations: The Retreat Country Lodge in Pietermaritzburg offers family rooms with private bathrooms. Each room includes a terrace or patio, kitchenette, and garden or lake views.
Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy water sports facilities, a year-round outdoor swimming pool, and a lush garden. Additional amenities include an outdoor play area, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities.
Delicious Breakfast: A halal breakfast is served daily, featuring local specialities and fresh pastries.
Convenient Location: Located 46 km from Pietermaritzburg Airport, the lodge is close to attractions such as Bosch Hoek Golf Club (10 km) and Howick Falls (17 km). Free on-site private parking is available.
Highly Rated by Guests: The lodge is highly rated for its excellent service and comfortable accommodations.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
“We liked the breakfast. portions were adequate. The views were lovely and the grounds and lakes were nice to explore. Sorry we didnt make time to explore the mulberry route.
Rooms had great attention to detail which was lovely.”
Starr
South Africa
“Excellent - Hot. Great for us.
Missed the Bacon....not keen on Macon.”
Dalton
South Africa
“The host Rina was extremely hospitable and made every effort to make our stay a great one!
Our chalet had a stunning view of the damn. Loved the peace and tranquility, could have stayed for a week! The breakfast was amazing with a perfect light...”
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Sonja
South Africa
“All the extras, flowers on the table outside, chocolate on the pillows, rusks with the coffee, we even got a braai with some fire wood. Rina is so welcoming, and make you feel at home instantly. scone with breakfast as a take away came in handy...”
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Ronel
South Africa
“Beautiful setting. Grounds and facilities well kept. Staff very friendly and helpful - went out of their way to make us feel welcome.”
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Huzafa
South Africa
“The staff was very accommodating and saw to our needs required. The food was strictly halaal which allowed us not to carry additional food on the trip. The location is set in a well relaxed area of howick/currypost. All attractions are within 20...”
Siveshin
South Africa
“Rina is very friendly host. Extremely accommodating and willing to offer help.
Very comfortable bed. Just bugs can be an issue but it's expected and unavoidable in the area. Amazing night views. Wish we could stay longer”
Lailamansoor
South Africa
“The quiet beautiful scenery of the lodge is tranquil and pleasant. The delicious halal breakfast was pleasantly served.”
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Berenice
South Africa
“The hostess made us feel so welcome. Breakfast was on time”
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Elena
South Africa
“Everything, from the very warm welcome we got from Rina and Jaco to the cozy cottage and super friendly and accommodating staff, especially Zandile. The breakfast was amazing.
Excellent place to get away from the busyness of life. Great place for...”
Property surroundings
House rules
The Retreat Country Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform The Retreat Country Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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