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Karibu River Retreat
Karibu River Retreat
Karibu River Retreat
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The River Retreat on the one side of the rivier, offers 5 tastefully furnished units which sleep 18 guests in total. All of the units have private bathrooms, satellite TV's, bar fridges, microwaves, tea- and coffee making facilities, toiletries, hair dryers and ceiling fans. The two-bedroom budget unit shares a bathroom and has a spacious open-plan kitchen and living area. The River Retreat can be booked as a whole for guests wanting to enjoy a private function with family and friends.
The pool, boma, Lapa and indoor braai facilities are at guests' disposal. Guests are also welcome to braai their own meat on a campfire.
Karibu River Retreat has WiFi and an inverter for load shedding.
On the other side of the Elands River, on a game farm, the lodge also offers 4 self-catering chalets that are positioned to see the water whole which game often visits. Each chalet has a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, microwave, gas stove and the necessary utensils. Each chalet also has private braai facilities and a patio, as well as ceiling fans and gas geysers. There is currently no WiFi or a backup power system here. The converter only supplies power to the borehole and pressure pump for water supply.
Guests can take a walk, go mountain biking or game viewing. There are more than 50 bird species on the farm as well as 3 fishing dams.
The River Retreat on the one side of the rivier, offers 5 tastefully furnished units which sleep 18 guests in total. All of the units have private bathrooms, satellite TV's, bar fridges, microwaves, tea- and coffee making facilities, toiletries, hair dryers and ceiling fans. The two-bedroom budget unit shares a bathroom and has a spacious open-plan kitchen and living area. The River Retreat can be booked as a whole for guests wanting to enjoy a private function with family and friends.
The pool, boma, Lapa and indoor braai facilities are at guests' disposal. Guests are also welcome to braai their own meat on a campfire.
Karibu River Retreat has WiFi and an inverter for load shedding.
On the other side of the Elands River, on a game farm, the lodge also offers 4 self-catering chalets that are positioned to see the water whole which game often visits. Each chalet has a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, microwave, gas stove and the necessary utensils. Each chalet also has private braai facilities and a patio, as well as ceiling fans and gas geysers. There is currently no WiFi or a backup power system here. The converter only supplies power to the borehole and pressure pump for water supply.
Guests can take a walk, go mountain biking or game viewing. There are more than 50 bird species on the farm as well as 3 fishing dams.
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Reviews (26)
26 guests' feedbackVery comfortable, clean and tidy. Beautiful view with trees and a pond. Friendly service. I will use the accommodation again.
It was an incredible experience. It is a beautiful house and very tidy with everything you need. The owner is really a caring person who makes sure that her guests are taken care of. I will visit there again for sure. The animals were everywhere, the pool was a highlight. Thank you very much aunty.
Karibu River Retreat was great because it was raining, but we had our braai on a fireplace.
Peaceful woodland atmosphere, safe and very friendly people. Will book again soon. Thanks to Hilda and her team.
We only stayed overnight after a day on the golf course and left early for Sunday's round of golf. Would like to know more about load shedding schedule. Even if it was only via WhatsApp so that you can be prepared if you arrive in the dark of night. The shower head was clogged, only a few thin streams came out. Furthermore, we really enjoyed it. Thank you very much Hilda, your place is neat and clean. Will use your hospitality again. Also already told many people how nice it is there. The giraffes came to greet us early in the morning. It was a privilege to be part of your nature.
Very beautiful wildlife and peaceful environment to relax.
Everything was fantastic. From our arrival there to our departure. We were warmly welcomed at the lodge and everyone was so friendly. Very clean and tidy. We want to make this a monthly institution. Thank you very much.
What a pleasant place. So rest assured, right place for batteries recharge. Would go there again anytime. Thank you very much, Hilda and John, your hospitality is top notch.
Booked a separate unit, for no reason was moved to another unit that shares a geyser with the next unit (and then has poor supply). Was there for work and there is no signal and no WiFI available, so couldn't get any work done.
Very pleasant cremation, the accommodation, hospitality, cleanliness and affordability of this gem of a place. The friendliness and hospitality of all the people of Karibu was immediately noticeable. That alone made you feel right at home. If you want to be quiet and close to nature, this place is the best. Can't wait for the next time we visit Limpopo again.
Many thanks for the hostess. She really went out of her way to move us to a room with a fireplace with the sudden cold!
If you want to offload this is the place to come to. We love nature to come close to our Creator. The smell of the Bush early mornings and the wonderful sunsets. We see Giraffes/Impala/Monkeys/Zebra/Blue Wildebeest/Gemsbok/Mongoose. We are bird lovers and saw a few birds that we have never seen before. Cuckoo/Swainson’s Francolin/European Bee-eater/Brown snake Eagle (Red Billed Buffalo Weaver/Black-shouldered kite/Three streaked Tchagra/Mascarene Martin/Bohhm’s Spinetail/Olive Bush-Shrike/Green-backed bleating Warbler/BarredAnd the cherry on the cake a very rare species the Green Tinker from our stoep, we watch him every day going into his nest (small hole in a dry tree stump). The accommodation has anything you need and more. Fantastic hospitality. Cool down in a spacious clean pool day and night. Marble Hall Spar is 20km away if you run out of water or fresh fruit.
Thank you Hilda, we really felt at home with you. Very cute place that I can highly recommend. I'm going to take another group to you. Enough facilities such as toilets and showers. Nice and quiet and away from it all if you like it. Hilda, I can only recommend one thing please. There hasn't been a casserole (where we can put the roast beef) in our little house. This is quite something that comes in handy if you like to grill.
See stars.
We were the only guests so it was wonderfully quiet. Looks like a nice place for a family visit. Friendly reception.
It was a wonderful weekend with the most amazing wildlife that you can experience from the porch. True rest for the soul! We will definitely go again!
Very neat place in the forest. Ideal for a peaceful getaway.
Beautiful scenery and lovely beds.
I like visiting Karibu River retreat, Hilda is very hospitable and helpful. We met some lovely fellow guests and enjoyed the new swimming pool as well as the walking in the game reserve part of the farm. The water arrangement with the shower is still being improved. We loved looking for the crocodile who has decided to make her home in the Eland's river retreat's dam. The two male ostriches love walking around the farm near the swimming pool.
Place looks good but needs more maintenance. The service is not good. There was nobody to see us out, and check if everything was in good order, only when we left the premises were we called and accused of taking their towels and threatened to be charged for it.
Hilda is very hospitable. We really enjoyed it.
Had nice walks, cute place.
Its a very nice place, very peaceful, the rooms are beautiful too.
Very pleasant weekend away, in a cosy thatched cottage, overlooking a small dam and bushveld, on the banks of the Elands River. Good for hiking on the game farm and I had good animal sightings on foot (water monitor lizards, blesbok, zebra, impala, monkeys, tree squirrels, Ostrich, Wildebeest and Buffalo on the neighbouring game farm).
I suggest that Karibu River Retreat think about installing air conditioning - otherwise we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, quietness, tranquility and the friendliness of Hilda.
We found the place easily. It is great, peaceful and beautiful despite of the drought. Host went out of her way to make us feel comfortable.
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River Retreat - Thatch-roof room
River Retreat - Self-catering room with balcony
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Self- catering units.Refundable Key and breakage deposit of R2000 on Group Booking of 6 or more guests.
River Retreat - Thatch-roof room
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This room has a double bed and en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. It also features a balcony with views of the river. There is also a bar fridge, microwave, tea- and coffee-making facilities, toiletries, a hairdryer, ceiling fan and TV with Openview channels.
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This room has a double bed and en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. It also features a balcony with views of the river. There is also a bar fridge, microwave, tea- and coffee-making facilities, toiletries, a hairdryer, ceiling fan and TV with Openview channels.
River Retreat - Self-catering room with balcony
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This room is equipped with a double bed and a bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. It also features a balcony with views of the dam. There is a bar fridge, microwave, kettle and a kitchenette with cutlery and crockery, a TV with Openview channels, a ceiling fan, toiletries, a hairdryer and towels.
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This room is equipped with a double bed and a bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. It also features a balcony with views of the dam. There is a bar fridge, microwave, kettle and a kitchenette with cutlery and crockery, a TV with Openview channels, a ceiling fan, toiletries, a hairdryer and towels.
River Retreat - 1-bedroom Family Unit
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The room is equipped with a double bed and en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There are tea- and coffee-making facilities and toiletries as well as hairdryers and ceiling fans. The open-plan living area comprises a lounge area that offers a TV with Openview channels, fireplace and triple bunk bed set as well as a kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, two-plate stove and kitchen utensils.
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The room is equipped with a double bed and en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There are tea- and coffee-making facilities and toiletries as well as hairdryers and ceiling fans. The open-plan living area comprises a lounge area that offers a TV with Openview channels, fireplace and triple bunk bed set as well as a kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, two-plate stove and kitchen utensils.
River Retreat - 2-Bedroom Family Unit
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This unit comprises 2 bedrooms and can accommodate 4 guests at a time. The main bedroom has a double bed and the second bedroom has 2 single beds. It has a bathroom fitted with a bath, toilet and basin. There are tea- and coffee-making facilities and toiletries as well as hairdryers and ceiling fans. The open-plan living area comprises a lounge area that offers a TV with Openview channels, fireplace and triple bunk bed set as well as a kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, gas stove and microwave.
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This unit comprises 2 bedrooms and can accommodate 4 guests at a time. The main bedroom has a double bed and the second bedroom has 2 single beds. It has a bathroom fitted with a bath, toilet and basin. There are tea- and coffee-making facilities and toiletries as well as hairdryers and ceiling fans. The open-plan living area comprises a lounge area that offers a TV with Openview channels, fireplace and triple bunk bed set as well as a kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, gas stove and microwave.
Game Lodge - Studio Chalet
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The spacious studio contains a double bed and a private thatched roof patio with an inside braai. The bathroom has a toilet, basin and shower. There is also a kitchen with a fridge, microwave, gas stove, kettle, tea- and coffee-making facilities as well as kitchen utilities. The chalet has a TV with Openview channels.
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Refundable Key and breakage deposit of R2000 on Group Booking of 6 or more guests.
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The spacious studio contains a double bed and a private thatched roof patio with an inside braai. The bathroom has a toilet, basin and shower. There is also a kitchen with a fridge, microwave, gas stove, kettle, tea- and coffee-making facilities as well as kitchen utilities. The chalet has a TV with Openview channels.
Game Lodge - 1-Bedroom Chalet with Loft
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The chalet is a small room furnsished with a double bed and 2 single beds in the loft. There is a bathroom fitted with a shower, basin and toilet. The chalet contains a kitchenette with a fridge, gas stove, microwave and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The chalet has a braai area and TV with Openview channels.
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Self- catering units.
Refundable Key and breakage deposit of R2000 on Group Booking of 6 or more guests.
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The chalet is a small room furnsished with a double bed and 2 single beds in the loft. There is a bathroom fitted with a shower, basin and toilet. The chalet contains a kitchenette with a fridge, gas stove, microwave and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The chalet has a braai area and TV with Openview channels.
Game Lodge - 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit with a private plunge pool
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This unit comprises 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The main bedroom has a double bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and a washbasin. The second bedroom has twin beds and access to a second bathroom with a shower, toilet and a washbasin. The unit has a kitchen, a lounge with an indoor braai and there is an outdoor braai and a covered plunge pool. There is also a double sleeper couch in the lounge.
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Self- catering units.
Refundable Key and breakage deposit of R2000 on Group Booking of 6 or more guests.
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before check-in
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This unit comprises 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The main bedroom has a double bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and a washbasin. The second bedroom has twin beds and access to a second bathroom with a shower, toilet and a washbasin. The unit has a kitchen, a lounge with an indoor braai and there is an outdoor braai and a covered plunge pool. There is also a double sleeper couch in the lounge.
The River Retreat on the one side of the rivier, offers 5 tastefully furnished units which sleep 18 guests in total. All of the units have private bathrooms, satellite TV's, bar fridges, microwaves, tea- and coffee making facilities, toiletries, hair dryers and ceiling fans. The two-bedroom budget unit shares a bathroom and has a spacious open-plan kitchen and living area. The River Retreat can be booked as a whole for guests wanting to enjoy a private function with family and friends.
The pool, boma, Lapa and indoor braai facilities are at guests' disposal. Guests are also welcome to braai their own meat on a campfire.
Karibu River Retreat has WiFi and an inverter for load shedding.
On the other side of the Elands River, on a game farm, the lodge also offers 4 self-catering chalets that are positioned to see the water whole which game often visits. Each chalet has a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, microwave, gas stove and the necessary utensils. Each chalet also has private braai facilities and a patio, as well as ceiling fans and gas geysers. There is currently no WiFi or a backup power system here. The converter only supplies power to the borehole and pressure pump for water supply.
Guests can take a walk, go mountain biking or game viewing. There are more than 50 bird species on the farm as well as 3 fishing dams.