335 reviews
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$300Off Uitkyk Road, 198 Ju, Welverdiend, Claremont, Nelspruit, 1200, South Africa
335 reviews
1/75
From
$300Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Free toiletries
Welcome to the Tomjachu Bush Retreat, a delightful 4-star hideaway nestled in the heart of South Africa's scenic Nelspruit. Located just 7.3mi from the city center, this charming retreat offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Situated off Uitkyk Road, 198 Ju, Welverdiend, Claremont, the Tomjachu Bush Retreat is a peaceful oasis surrounded by nature.
With 335 glowing reviews, guests at Tomjachu Bush Retreat rave about the exceptional amenities offered here. From a pet-friendly policy to a refreshing outdoor swimming pool and complimentary Wi-Fi, this retreat has everything you need for a relaxing stay. Enjoy the lush garden surroundings, savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, and unwind on the sun deck or patio. For those traveling with little ones, babysitting services are also available.
The Tomjachu Bush Retreat is not just a hotel – it's an experience. With a range of additional amenities such as a bar, picnic area, and shuttle service, every detail is thoughtfully curated to ensure a memorable stay. Whether you're lounging by the pool or exploring the nearby attractions, your time at Tomjachu Bush Retreat is sure to be filled with relaxation and adventure. Discover the magic of Nelspruit at this extraordinary location.
Relax and rejuvenate in the tranquil ambiance of the Tomjachu Bush Retreat. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool while soaking in picturesque views of the surrounding landscape. Whether you're lounging on the sun deck with a cool drink in hand or unwinding on the patio, the pool at Tomjachu Bush Retreat is the perfect spot to unwind and soak up the South African sun.
Treat your taste buds to a culinary delight at Restaurant #1, the on-site dining option at Tomjachu Bush Retreat. Indulge in mouthwatering meals crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients while enjoying the lush garden surroundings. From hearty breakfasts to delectable dinners, Restaurant #1 offers a delicious dining experience that complements your stay at this charming retreat.
Conveniently located just a short distance from Nelspruit's city center, Tomjachu Bush Retreat offers easy access to a variety of nearby attractions. Take advantage of the shuttle service to explore the area, or head to the picnic area for a leisurely outdoor meal surrounded by nature. With Visa and Mastercard accepted as payment methods, booking your stay at this exceptional retreat is seamless and hassle-free. Experience the best of South Africa's beauty and hospitality at Tomjachu Bush Retreat.
Closest airports
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
12.3miUlusaba Airport
56.5miSingita Sabi Sand Airstrip
57miLondolozi Airport
61.8miOutdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Free toiletries
Restaurant
Picnic area
Sun deck
Patio
Terrace
Garden
Parking On Site
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Featured reviews:
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Michelle
9.1
9.1
Great location, Amazing views. Awesome staff. Accommodation was excellent - all the amenities needed - they thought of everything. (such as plug for hairdryer near mirror, which many places don't think of!) Thank you to Jay Dean, Abigail and Staff - no request was too much. From wanting to watch the rugby to extra braai wood! Thank you also for all the advice re roads/routes - the Panoramic route we took, a day in the Kruger National etc - even though we are South African, it helps to know that Waze is not always right :) I know everyone complains about the dirt road, but fortunately we had an SUV and sometimes you need to take a bit of an adventurous route to get to such beauty! The Rockhouse (and everything else) highly recommended, for romantic get-aways, family time, or even just a quick mother-daughter much needed get-away!
Loved everything - only comment if really need to say something - Light at the braai area at Rockhouse.
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Jok
10
10
Our stay at Tomjachu was exceptional. We've never experienced such a good combination of service, location and food in our lives (even compared to 4* Hotels in Germany, France, Netherlands and Austria). The dishes were generous and delicious (breakfast, dinner and the lunch-packages), the staff was welcoming, attentive and helpful be it in spontaneous planning of activities or the arrangement of something (like Bush Dinner, Nature Drive or Breakfast). Furthermore the view and the whole surroundings were stunning. They have different animals there (Wildebeest, Giraffe, lot of birds, reptiles and so on.). Some people complained about the gravel road. If you have no lowered sport car you could do the road easily (we had a Toyota Corolla Quest).
There's not much we could mention here: The windows were not equipped with fly screens. Maybe we were in luck or the insects aren't gonna like inside the accommodations, but only one buck found its way into our rooms (other lodges we've visited didn't use fly screens too). Another thing are the ticks in the grass if you do hikes. There are a lot of them. However they aren't near the main lodges and if you visit at the right time you won't even recognize them.
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Elisa
10
10
Everything! You are completely engulfed by nature! One of the nicest places we have stayed. The customer service, and the manager in particular, is outstanding and very personable. Everyone on site tries their absolute best to make the stay not just great, but excellent. The room was very clean and the whole area so relaxing to stay at. A lovely atmosphere. The food was equally as nice. My partner is very hard to please and even he loved the food! We also felt incredibly safe the whole time we were there. Thank you so much for having us - we will definitely be back.
I liked everything.
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Angela
8.2
8.2
Beautiful location overlooking the mountains. Great to have your own private pool. Even more magical was when a zebra came to drink from the pool! Room was spacious and clean. Staff were super friendly and were always willing to help with anything we needed.
The kitchen in our apartment needs updating - it's dark and looking a bit tired. Even though the roads are graded several times a year I would recommend a 4x4. The bush experience - dinner under the stars was disappointing - there was no 'game drive', the food was over cooked. The staff never explained what the food was, which was disappointing especially as we had guests who it was their first time in South Africa. It all seemed very rushed - in just over 1 hour we were finished and the staff wanted to go home. Not worth the money. It could be magical - just needs some work.
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Thomas
10
10
The Bush Cottage was very beautiful, with a great pool and lovely rooms. The main lodge had a beautiful common area that included the dining room and pool terrace with a fantastic view. The Staff was very attentive and helped make our stay more comfortable and enjoyable. If you decide on Tomjachu, please take the opportunity to go on the hiking trails. The groundskeeping staff does an excellent job at manicuring the gardens near the various properties as well as the trails. Other than the lush plant life, the wildlife was a major highlight. Hearing the abundant birdlife was a privilege, not to mention seeing the various game close up on foot.
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Youngran
10
10
After 4 months of travel, we arrived here very tired. The best thing I did during my 4 months of travel was to book here. There has never been a place like this and it will never be. Even the staff and guests I met here were kind and very nice people. I was really sad to leave here. This place became my future dream that I really want to come again. Thank you all. Thank you so much!!! next time we meet, I will learn a lot of English! I couldn't express my whole heart because I was not good at English. (Dinner here was great happiness and healing. Best food)
Let's do more 'TV shows'.
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Jasper
10
10
Absolutely everything was perfect. I simply could not have asked for anything more. We felt extremely safe, we were well fed and had so much fun doing all the different activities. Tomjachu Bush Retreat is absolutely perfect for people wanting to explore African nature at their own pace and be safe whilst doing so (thanks to the electrically fenced massive estate keeping dangerous animals and humans away). We are vegetarian and Tomjachu Bush Retreat accomodated us with super delicious vegetarian meals throughout our stay. I dont have anything to complain.
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Bleazard
9.1
9.1
Amazing location, superb views, and wonderful wildlife on their many scenic trails. Cottage was spacious, well-furnished and supplied with everything you need for a bush breakaway. The lodge restuarant had tasty meal options and accommodated our food requests.
Fireplace chimneys need to be cleaned for bats. But staff (Abigail) was really great in helping us out, and lighting a strong fire did solve that issue, thankfully! :)
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Vava
9.1
9.1
The room was exactly as it was shown on the images on the booking.com site. The privacy afforded in the room was top tier and the house had all the amenities we needed for a self-catering unit. We found it difficult to actually leave the vicinity of our room and spent the weekend enjoying the boba, the pool and the comfort of the room with spectacular views.
If you are not a through and through nature lover, you may have a hard time dealing with the abundant wildlife in the vicinity from the frogs that do show up at night, to the lizards that will be roaming outside the house when the hot sun is out.
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Simphiwe
10
10
The first thing i liked was the welcoming , they welcomed us with a smile from day one till the end of our stay. They made it easier for us to talk with them. Well the location was good and their breakfast was also good. As for the the view of the place it was breathtaking. That place is actually good for a retreat hence it is called Bush Retreat. We really enjoyed our stay and also the game drive. Thanks to the stuff and everyone who made our stay easy.
The only thing i didn't like was their towels in our cottage. Cause i remember while we were swimming my sister asked if don't they have white towels and they said white towels are only for the rooms but in our rooms we didn't get white towel. So that was the only thing i didn't like.
Attractions
Chimp Eden: The Jane Goodall Institute
5.7miAttractions
Chimp Eden: The Jane Goodall Institute
5.7miAirports
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
12.3miUlusaba Airport
56.5miSingita Sabi Sand Airstrip
57miLondolozi Airport
61.8miLocation
OutdoorFeatures
With viewOutdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Free toiletries
Restaurant
Picnic area
Sun deck
Patio
Terrace
Garden
Parking On Site
Activities
Bicycle rental
Cycling
Fishing
Hiking
Temporary art galleries
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
Babysitting/Child services
Food & Drink
Bar
Fruit
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Front Desk Services
Invoice provided
General
Designated smoking area
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet basket
Pet bowls
Internet
Free wifi
Living Area
Sitting area
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Garden
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Picnic area
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beach umbrellas
Outdoor swimming pool
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Airport pickup
Airport shuttle
Shuttle service
From
$300Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Age restrictions
There's no age requirement for check-in
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 23:00 and 04:00
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child per day
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per person per day
The price in ZAR has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash
Visa,
Mastercard
This property does not accept cash.
Does Tomjachu Bush Retreat offer complimentary parking?
Yes, there is convenient on-site parking available at the Tomjachu Bush Retreat.
What types of rooms does Tomjachu Bush Retreat offer?
The rooms at Tomjachu Bush Retreat include suites, cottages, and villas. Occupancy varies from 2 to 6 guests per room, with both smoking and non-smoking options available. Bed sizes range from king to twin, and room sizes differ depending on the type of accommodation chosen.
Which amenities can guests enjoy at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?
Guests at Tomjachu Bush Retreat can spend their time relaxing by the outdoor swimming pool with a view. They can also enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, Restaurant #1, or have drinks at the bar. For a leisurely day, guests can head to the sun deck, patio, or terrace, or take a stroll in the garden. Families can take advantage of the kids' meals and babysitting/child services. Those who prefer the beach can make use of the beach umbrellas and chairs available at the hotel. With such a variety of amenities, guests have plenty of options to make their stay enjoyable and memorable at the retreat.
Does Tomjachu Bush Retreat have a pool for guests?
Yes, the hotel has a pool. The pool is located outdoors and offers a view.
Are there restaurants located within Tomjachu Bush Retreat?
The hotel has one on-site restaurant named Restaurant #1.
Can I use my credit card at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?
Yes, you can use your credit card (Visa or Mastercard) at Tomjachu Bush Retreat. Cash is not accepted as a payment method at the retreat.
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