Highlands Lodge Mountain Retreat
*Our log cabins are free-standing, spacious, and have a private entrance with wooden decks overlooki...
*Our log cabins are free-standing, spacious, and have a private entrance with wooden decks overlooking the natural scenic surroundings of the Outeniqua Mountains. Some cabins are semi-attached and can accommodate a family of 12 if rented together - each with its own entrance.
Highlands Lodge is situated in the beautiful Waboomskraal Valley, nearly halfway between Oudtshoorn and George on the N12. The lodge is a small mountain retreat in the Garden Route in the Outeniqua Mountains. The lodge has a very tranquil and natural atmosphere with ample bird life, large lawn areas and indigenous trees, making it a lush oasis.
The lodge has 16 free-standing wooden log chalets. The chalets are self-catering, but service-on-demand is available on request. Each chalet has its own private entrance, open-plan kitchenette / living area and a braai area outside.
Some of the Chalets have an inside fireplace.
The lodge offers a communal swimming pool area and a children's playground and jungle gym. Secure parking next to the chalets is available.
This mountain establishment has no TVs or Wi-Fi available.
Highlands Lodge is a quiet, peaceful place to recharge your batteries from a busy city life. It is centrally located, only 20 km from George, and 40 km from Oudtshoorn.
"Lodge should maintain all cabins properly taps were all wrong way round, staff were not very accommodating when asked questions, braai places should be more built up so as to not cause a forest fire and fireplaces should be maintained as it seems as tho it was falling apart, mattresses should be cleaned properly as the main highlight of my stay specifically was the fact that u got eaten by bedbugs"
"Beautiful view over the pool and mountains."
"Everything, just the roads need serious attention, will be booking again. Thank you. It was the best holiday that we have had."
"The most guest unfriendly establishment in South Africa. Rule book of many pages with threats for non-compliance. Bathroom is a disaster and kitchen is useless. Should be closed down."
"We had a wonderfull stay and enjoyed the peace and quite stay. Lovely couple running the Lodge Tannie Martie and her husband. They are very friendly and helpful. They are Amazing. We will recomment this lodge to friends and family. Thank you Martie for your friendly welcome and assisting us while we stayed there."
"Martie's hospitality was highly appreciated. She is doing amazing with the little resources available."
"Marie was a stunning host. She was very friendly and helpful, not like the reviews stated. The Lodge has policies to abide by, but not difficult at all. Very peaceful area - picturesque in the mountains, and easy to find with the clear directions provided. We loved it, and couldn't ask for a better host than Marie!"
"The most beautiful nature scenes! Even though we had some bad weather on the Sunday, the cabin was cosy and comfortable. Will definitely visit again."
"The concern for my welfare after I had car trouble getting there went beyond the call of duty. Thank you Martie de Jager for your hospitality and concern for my safety and welfare, you are one of Life's jewels!"
"Guest should be allowed juring the day to enter and"
"Ons was baie vriendelik ontvang. Ons eenheid was skoon en netjies met alles wat ons nodig het. Die aande was koel maar die kaggel het opgemaak daarvoor. Dankie ons het heerlik ontspan. En die uitsigte is onbeskryflik"
"Awesome place enjoyed our stay, the managers are very nice, friendly and caring people.."
"Enjoyed our stay !!! Thank you !!!"
"Ek is spyt ons kon net oorslaap. Sal weer kom om die natuurskoon in te drink en te waardeer.<div>Pragtige plek. Sterk aan te bevele vir 'n family retreat</div>"
"Comfortable accommodation in the most beautiful setting. We had a great long weekend. Very quiet & relaxing. I would recommend it."
"Amidst a combination of pine trees and fynbos the log cabins provide comfortable and clean accommodation - perfect for those who want to get away from hustle and bustle of urban life .... and TV! The friendly assistance of the staff (Martie and Bart) warrant special mention and appreciation."
"This was the highlight of our holiday, wonderfully cozy log houses, awesome surroundings and super friendly staff complement. We wish we could have stayed longer but will definitely be going back next year! Thanks for a great time."
"Great place. Management and staff is helpful and friendly."
"We absolutely loved it."
"Our stay at Highlands Lodge was very peacefull. It was nice and quite, the grounds were neat and the wooden houses were nice too, however maintanance was/is poor. ceiling fans dont work, bulbs in side table lamps fuzed, carpets very dirty, bedding very poor, pliows full of mildew. we stayed in unit 1 and 5. unit 1 septic tank? was not in a good state and overflowing so the smell of sewage was bad and and in your face all 9 days we were there. We did complain and a repair was attempted but not successful. Even though the camp was not full my family was not moved to another house."
"Dankie dit was ons eerste keer, maar dit was heerlik, lekker huisies, netjies en als wat 'n mens nodig het. Sal weer gaan."
"Not what we expected. Our unit had no braai facilities, no fireplace, cups were chipped, there weren't enough cutlery (For a 7 bed bungalow, there were only 2 tablespoons.) pots and pans were in a horrific state (Pot could not retain water). The bungalow floor was extremely dirty upon arrival, we had to ask the cleaners to mop it. Pictures are misleading as high voltage power lines runs parallel to the lodge with a loud humming sound."
"We arrived Monday 6/7/2009 and had a heartily warm reception. The surroundings were very beautiful and tranquil between the Pine trees. The chalet was in excellent nic and we enjoyed the walks in the mountains. A definite yes for anybody seeking peace and rest close to nature. Your tarriffs are excellent value for money."
"Very lovely secluded place. Perfect for getting away from the busy city life. A short drive from many tourist destinations"