Farm Accommodation

 

In the good old days, many of us had a Grandfather or Uncle with a farm and we used to go and visit them whenever we wanted to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, when we wanted to get in contact with nature. But times have changed. Many people have moved to the cities and have almost no contact with nature. They have nowhere to go and game reserves are too costly to afford.

 

We are offering you a Grandfather or Uncle with a farm, just like in the olden days. You can go and visit as much as you'd like, and make yourself right at home. Best of all, you can offer your children the opportunity to experience life on a farm firsthand. At night you can see the night sky with its millions of stars without any air- or light pollution! It is breathtaking, almost unbelievable!

 

Don't hesitate. Pick up your phone and dial any of these farms for the outing of your life!

 

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River Still

 

Six kilometres from Groot Marico, nestled in a deep valley, is the tranquil River Still guest farm and through its heart flows the untainted waters of the Groot Marico river. There are four rustic guest houses scattered on the farm with privacy and leisure in mind. Here the accent is on tranquillity, solitude and reconnecting with nature.

A symbiotic relationship exists between lush nature and organic citrus groves fed by an old canal. This is a true birders haven with over 360 species in the vicinity and more than a hundred spots on the farm.

River Still co-hosts annual the Herman Charles Bosman Festival were locals and guests enjoy music, drama, good food and one another's company.

Around the main house grows a profusion of organic herbs which you may use to spice-up your

 

All accommodation is self-catered and all cottages are equipped with fireplaces and braai areas. All houses have electricity, electrical geysers and gas stoves. Please supply your own towels and firewood.

A lapa caters for bigger groups providing a central area to get together. This area has ablution as well as basic kitchen facilities available. All cottages are equipped with showers only.

 

Midweek: R280 per person per night

Weekends: R370.00 per person per night
Half price for children under 12 years

 

River Cottage is a two bedroomed cottage with a warm cosy atmosphere. All modern amenities are provided.

  • Lounge & dining room

  • Fireplace

  • Two bedrooms (one room with double bed and one room with 2 single beds)

  • Bathroom (separate toilet)

  • Fully equipped kitchen - refrigerator, 2 plate gas stove, microwave oven, kettle, and toaster.

  • Stoep

  • Braai area

  • Close to the river

 

Caspir’s Kaya is an old stone and mud brick cottage, lovingly restored to retain the very specific character of the area. All modern amenities are provided.

  • Lounge & dining room

  • Fireplace

  • Two bedrooms (one room with double bed and one room with 2 single beds)

  • Each room has an en suite bathroom with shower

  • Fully equipped kitchen - refrigerator, 2 plate gas stove, microwave oven, kettle, and toaster.

  • Stoep

  • Braai area

  • Close to river

 

David's Cottage is a one bedroom cottage with reed ceilings creating and a warm and cosy atmosphere. All modern amenities are provided.

  • Lounge & dining room

  • Fireplace

  • One bedroom with double bed

  • Bathroom

  • Fully equipped kitchen - refrigerator, 2 plate gas stove, microwave oven, kettle, and toaster.

  • Braai area

  • Stoep

  • Close to the river

 

Accommodation is provided in an old stone and mud brick cottage, lovingly restored to retain the very specific character of the area. All modern amenities are provided.

  • Lounge

  • Dining room

  • Four bedrooms (One with double bed, two with two single beds and one with one single bed)

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Fully equipped kitchen - refrigerator, gas stove and oven, microwave oven, kettle, and toaster

  • Large stoep

  • Braai area

  • Bread/pizza oven

  • Close to river

 

Activities:

 

·         Swimming (in the river)

·         Canoeing 

·         Hiking Trails

·         Birding trails

·         Fishing

·         Tree spotting

·         Stargazing

·         Drum Workshops

Contact:

Phone Santa

at Cell 083 2722 958

or at 014 503 0085

Email: info@marico.co.za

 

 

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Herman Charles Bosman wrote in his book 'Marico revisited' about the Groot Marico District:

" there is no other place that I know that is so heavy with atmosphere, so strangely and darkly impregnated with that stuff of life that bears the authentic stamp of South Africa".

Malachite Bushcamp is such a place where one can truly experience the meaning of those words

 

 

 

 

Malachite Bushcamp offers an unique bush experience : Safari Style accommodation, unspoilt nature, abundant wild and birdlife, open campfires,

starlight evenings, amazing sunsets, game drives and just the relaxed atmosphere will make this an unforgettable stay.

The camp is booked out for private groups only to ensure absolute privacy in the camp and the surrounding game farm. Self catering only.

 

 

Malachite Bushcamp is situated some 34km North of the town of Groot Marico on the banks of the Groot Marico river. (North West Province)

 

Distance to:

Pretoria/Jhb: 270km

Sun City: 90km Rustenburg: 125km

Madikwe Game Reserve: 80km

Botswana: 90km

 

Access is via the N4 going west to Marico or via the more adventurous rural roads from Sun City (90km incl.18km gravel rd)

 

RATES

 

Sleep over Game drives Day rates

 

Adults Children<12 R120 for rental of Harry the Landrover with driver 2 hours R450 for camp

Weekends R280 P.P.N R140 P.P.N Own drives-free 10 people max

Midweek R200 P.P.N R100 P.P.N

Cleaning and fire making twice daily included

 

PAYMENT

50% Deposit with booking within 24 hours.

Balance 5 days before arrival

 

Account Bank Account No Branch code

Interfocus Absa 4053757797 632005

 

Contact:

Phone Santa

at Cell 083 2722 958

or at 014 503 0085

Email: info@marico.co.za

 

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Marico River Game Lodge (Bergvliet Game Farm)

 

 

Situated on the farm Riekertsdam 16 km from Groot Marico in the North West Province.

 

Route: Take the N4 to Rustenburg. Pass Rustenburg and Swartruggens. Drive towards Groot Marico. After the bridge on the Groot Marico River, turn North towards Skuindsdrif / Madikwe. 16 km further the Lodge is on your left, indicated by the Kudu painted on the gate wall.

 

GPS Co-ordinates:  25°26'57.05"S  26°22'40.70"E

 

Facilities:

 

Accommodation:

 

1. Farmhouse:

 

4 Bedrooms (2 en-suite, 2 share double bathroom) Sleeps 8

Lounge with DSTV

Dining Room

Kitchen (Fully equipped)

Braai Facilities

Large Garden

Electric Fence

Self Catering

R500 per room per night

R300 Single

 

2. Apartment:

 

2 Bedrooms (both en-suite) Sleeps 6

Lounge /  Kitchen (Fully equipped with DSTV)

Stoep

Braai Facilities

Large Garden

Electric Fence

Self Catering

R500 per room per night

R300 Single

 

3. Apartment:

 

1 Bedrooms (en-suite) Sleeps 4

Lounge /  Kitchen (Fully equipped with DSTV)

Stoep

Braai Facilities

Large Garden

Electric Fence

Self Catering

R500 per room per night

R300 Single

 

4. Bush House:

 

1 Bedrooms (en-suite) Sleeps 4

Stop /  Kitchenette (Fully equipped)

Hot Water

Generator

Inside Game Fence

Self Catering

R500 per room per night

R300 Single

 

Game Viewing:

 

1. Organised Game Viewing Trips - R60.00 pp

2. Mountain Bike routes

3. Hiking Routes

 

Water Sports and Fishing:

 

Marico Bushveld Dam 3 km from the lodge

 

Contact:

 

Information Centre:

Phone Santa

at Cell 083 2722 958

or at 014 503 0085

Email: info@marico.co.za

 

 

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Mariquensis

 

"Where Mountain and River meets ..."

 

Situated in a southern direction 5 km from Groot-Marico town on a well maintained dirt road.

 

Nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains, this secluded chalet is situated on the banks of the mighty Groot-Marico river.

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Besides listening to the sound of the water and birds, you can also do a bit of canoeing (provided), fishing, birdwatching.

 

A walking trail is available for those who need a bit of excercise.

 

 

Faan

 

This fully furnished self catering chalet consists of

  • 3 Bedrooms (sleep 8), ceiling fans in al bedrooms

  • Lounge / Dining room and

  • Well equipped Kitchen (Microwave, Fridge / Freezer etc.)

  • Bedding is included.

 

 

 

Willem

 

This fully furnished self catering chalet consists of

  • One double bed, 2 single beds and a couch that can be converted to a double bed.

  • Lounge / Dining room and

  • Well equipped Kitchen (Microwave, Fridge / Freezer etc.)

  • Bedding is included.

 Tarrifs:

 

Weekends: Friday - Sunday

R300.00 per person per night

R150.00 per child under 12

 

Midweek: Monday - Thursday

R200.00 per person per night

 

Bring own firewood / charcoal

Contact:

 

Phone Santa

at Cell 083 2722 958 (all hours)

Landline 014 503 0085

Email: info@marico.co.za

 

 

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Amitaba

 

Amitaba is situated in a lovely secluded valley, 5 kms from Groot Marico.

 

Self catering farmhouse on the Marico River, sleeps 8

Cost:

 

R250 per person on weekends

R200 per person midweek out of season

Children halfprice

 

 

Contact:

 

Phone Santa

at Cell 083 2722 958 (all hours)

Email: info@marico.co.za

 

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Stille Waters Family Guest Farm

 

Stille Waters is ideally suited for bigger groups of up to 90 people as well as smaller families.

 

It is approximately 6 km to the south of Groot-Marico, situated in a lovely valley with bushveld surroundings.

 

It can host large groups in several chalets, but small family groups will also feel welcome.

Accommodation:

 

Self catering accommodation

Accommodation for up to 90 people

Meals on request

3 Star Graded

Facilities:

 

Conference Facilities

Swimming pool

Trampoline

"Foefie-slide"

4x4 Routes

Fishing and swimming in the river

2 Hiking trails

Paintball

Game drives

 

Price:

  • Grownups: From R80.00 to R250.00 per person per day depending on which accommodation

  • Special tarrifs can be arranged for bigger groups and children.

  • Booking: requires 50% deposit to confirm.

Contact:

 

Phone Santa

at Cell 083 2722 958 (all hours)

Email: info@marico.co.za

 

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Tala Manzi Game Lodge

 

Tala Manzi is a beautiful game farm in the Groot-Marico. See four of the big five on this 3,150 ha. game farm as well as many other game species.

 

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Accommodation:

 

4 Luxury self-catering chalets with DSTv, air-conditioning and fully equiped for self catering.

 

Meals can be arranged

Activities:

 

Swimming pool,

trampolene,

table tennis,

DSTV Big screen with bar facilities and veranda overlooking the waterhole with lots of animals.

 

Game drives also available.

Price:

  • Available on request

  • Booking: requires 50% deposit to confirm.

Contact:

 

Phone Santa

at Cell 083 2722 958 (all hours)

Email: info@marico.co.za

 

 

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Contact the Information Centre for more information.

Phone Santa at Cell 083 2722 958 or send an Email message to: info@marico.co.za

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