Otters' Haunt

Otters' Haunt is a little bit of paradise situated on the banks of the Vaal River near Parys. The guest house, cottage and bush camp offer home away from home accommodation. All units have simple, comfortable and functional furnishings. Ideal for couples, families and groups of nature lovers and adventurers. Activities include fly-fishing, white water rafting, kayaking, Vredefort Dome tours, hiking, bird watching and mountain biking. Solar power, cooking on gas. Guests must help manage power useage.

Only one hour from Johannesburg and 2 km from Parys in the Vredefort Dome, Otters' Haunt offers a quiet and friendly retreat on the banks of the Vaal River. Protected by the many island channels, nature is on your doorstep.

The Otters' Den guest house, cottage or bush cabins are ideal for travellers, fly-fisher people, friends and family get-togethers, corporate sessions, team-building and lazy getaways.

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Reviews

  • "The river Rafting"

    27 September 2021

    "thank you Karen and Greame for this weekend. We enjoyed it, and will come back. We loved the nature !!!"

  • "Magic Gettaway"

    11 November 2019

    "Really loved the Cormorant Cabin tucked away among the bushes and rocks."

  • "Great"

    20 October 2015

    "It was a great stay and friendly people. Thanks for every thing."

  • "Recent stay"

    01 February 2015

    "Not a memorable experience.Dereck and Marie'"

  • "Dates 19th Sept to 20th Sept"

    29 September 2014

    "Firstly their prices were far to high for what you got. The unit we stayed in was otter's den. It is on the water but it needs serious renovations, the paint was peeling off the outer walls and the house was full of rising damp, the plug holes of the basin's stank. It was so unpleasant that I was prepared to lose more than half my deposit and we left. We found other accommodation, which was less expensive and very clean and comfortableThe other units are also in need of some renovations, they are not on the water and have no outside attraction (view, garden ect)."

  • "Otters Haunt"

    23 June 2014

    "1.No water hot or cold, pipes were frozen when we woke up.We were not warned that this might happen.2.No toilet paper was provided.3.Wood at R40-00 a bundle was mixed with pieces of planks and half burnt pieces of left over wood obviously from previous guests.4.Very cold.Heater only in bedroom.5.Owners' dogs were a nuisance.6.At R640-00 per night totally over priced.7.Not recommended."

  • "Stay over the 21st March"

    25 March 2014

    "We stayed at Otter's Haunt from the 21st March till the 24th March and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.The accommodation was ideal and the staff were very helpful."

  • "Paradise!"

    24 February 2014

    "We stayed in the perfectly appointed guineafowl cottage and our stay was wonderful. The owners are extremely knowledgeable about the area, very welcoming and the grounds are immaculate. The setting over the river is breathtaking. One of the highlights was the amazing company of Roxy and Storm, the river dogs. We want to go back already."

  • "Good"

    24 November 2013

    "It was great staying there, needs a little maintenance done though, great family running it, even the dogs are great, defo will stay there again."

  • "A true nature's paradise"

    04 May 2013

    "We thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay at otters haunt. Our River front cottage was spacious and comfortable. Electric blankets ensured we were warm at night. Our 10 year old loved the adventure of exploring the Islands and going on the canoe. We will be back."

  • "Otters Haunt"

    02 April 2013

    "We really rested well. Fell in love with Roxy, Shadow and the cat. Thank you for looking after us."

  • "All was good"

    03 April 2010

    "Excellent, better than a night in the Kruger National ParkThank you"

  • "Stay at Otters' Haunt"

    09 December 2009

    "We had a very pleasant stay at Otters' Haunt and hope to return some time in the future."

  • "Otter's Haunt is awesome"

    12 October 2009

    "Very relaxed comfortable accommodation with lot's of room for kids to run. Had a lovely weekend. Hosts Karen & Graeme are awesome."

  • "Loved it there!"

    04 August 2008

    "Had everything a person needed for a short stay! Very quiet there, no traffic, no aeroplanes etc. I won't hesitate to go there again!"

  • "Amazing time"

    28 February 2008

    "My friends and I had an amazing time, it was relaxing and exhilarating at the same time... I would recommend Otters Haunt to anyone who enjoys nature and something a little different..."

  • "Loved the bush camp atmosphere"

    13 September 2007

    "We spent one night and found it a very enjoyable experience.We loved the bush camp atmosphere and the innovative, practical and tasteful way in which the hut and its furnishings are done.The proprietors were exceptionally friendly and willing to share their knowledge which added to the memorability of our stay.Many thanks."

  • "Very Nice"

    19 January 2007

    "Our stay was really very nice . What impressed me the most was the excellent service we received from Karen. She really went out of her way to accommodate us and do special things for us."

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