Tomjachu Bush Retreat

Mountain lodge in Mbombela with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Bush Cottage | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Nestled near Mediclinic Nelspruit, Tomjachu Bush Retreat offers a tranquil escape. Enjoy a meal at the fine-dining Homestead Dining Room, relax by one of the four outdoor pools, or unwind with a book from the library. With free in-room WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services available, this lodge ensures your stay is nothing short of relaxing.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Airport transfer
Bar
Pool
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
4 outdoor pools
Breakfast available
Babysitting
Airport shuttle
Terrace
Garden
Library
Front-desk safe
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

Babysitting (surcharge)
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker

Why we love this property

Gourmet dining options

The lodge offers varied dining options including a restaurant, bar, and fresh breakfast. Private picnics and couples dining enhance intimacy.

Dreamy room escape

Premium bedding promises restful slumber at this lodge. Guests can savor in-room massages on their furnished patios amid curated, individual decor.

Mountain park retreat

Tucked in a regional park among mountains, this lodge offers hiking and biking trails for adventurers. A terrace and picnic area await after exploring.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Tomorrow

Oct 20 - Oct 21

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

The Homestead Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Ceiling fan

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

55 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Keepers Cottage

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

110 sq m
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Rock House

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Heating

100 sq m
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Bush Cottage

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Private pool

130 sq m
2 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Valbonne Villa

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Private pool

630 sq m
6 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 12
3 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Cottage

Highlights

Yard

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

80 sq m
2 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Premium bedding

35 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool
Free breakfast
Spa
Airport transfer

$161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

About the neighborhood

Off Uitkyk Road, Valbonne Farm, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1200

What's nearby

Nelspruit Golf Club - 22 min drive - 14.4 km
Mediclinic Nelspruit - 25 min drive - 17.0 km
Nelspruit Private Nature Reserve - 26 min drive - 17.8 km
Ilanga Mall - 27 min drive - 19.6 km
Lowveld National Botanical Garden - 29 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 45 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

‪Bistrobistro - ‬16 min drive
‪30 @ Saturn - ‬16 min drive
‪30 @ Saturn - ‬16 min drive
‪The olive leaf - ‬15 min drive
‪Suitkerbossie - ‬24 min drive

About this property

Tomjachu Bush Retreat

Enjoy your visit to Mbombela with a stay at Tomjachu Bush Retreat. After taking a dip in one of the 4 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
- The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 4 PM
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Babysitting*

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Transfers

- Airport shuttle from 6 AM to 9 PM*

Other information

- Designated smoking areas
- No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Private dining
Private picnics

Traveling with children

Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

Mountain biking
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safari nearby
Fishing nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Bicycle rentals
Romance packages

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
4 outdoor pools

Room amenities

Home comfort

Heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

Premium bedding

What to enjoy

In-room massage
Furnished patio
Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Desk chair

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Homestead Dining Room - Onsite fine-dining restaurant.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 180 to 230 for adults, and ZAR 130 to 180 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 690 per vehicle (one-way)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 450.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 450.0 per day
Airport shuttle service for children up to age 12 costs ZAR 690 (one-way)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Guests with service animals should contact this property in advance.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Tomjachu Bush Lodges Lodge Nelspruit

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Frequently asked questions

Does Tomjachu Bush Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tomjachu Bush Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?

Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Tomjachu Bush Retreat?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6 AM to 9 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 690 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Tomjachu Bush Retreat and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing, and safari tours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.