Rockwood Forest Lodge

Rockwood Forest Lodge is a unique wooden forest hideaway on the banks of the Godwini Stream deep in the indigenous Karkloof Forest of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. It is perfect for families or couples looking for a digital detox with some forest bathing as there is plenty to do outdoors.

Check-in: 15h00 | Check-out: 10h00 

Minimum Stay: 2 nights | 3 nights on long weekends

THE COTTAGE

The lodge décor was upgraded in 2024 and can accommodate couples and families of up to 6 adults. The main upstairs bedroom is furnished with a king-size four-poster bed. The bathroom has a bath and toilet. The remaining upstairs bedroom has 2 twin beds and an en-suite bathroom with a shower and toilet. The downstairs bedroom has 2 twin beds with an en-suite bathroom with a shower over the bath. Towels, linen, soap and shampoo are all provided.

SLEEPING

Bedroom 1 | King bed en-suite 

Bedroom 2 | Twin beds en-suite 

Bedroom 3 | Twin beds en-suite

LIVING 

The lodge is self-catering with an open plan kitchen and dining room. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, small freezer, convection-microwave and hob. Basic condiments like tea, coffee, sugar, milk, cooking oil, spices, as well as firewood, charcoal and firelighters are provided. The lounge has a fireplace and tv.

THE AREA

Rockwood Forest Lodge is 20 minutes from all other Rockwood units on farm roads. The unit is deep within the forests of the Karkloof Nature Reserve and the closest town, Howick, is half an hour away for shopping options and restaurants.

GOOD TO KNOW 

4 x 4 vehicles or high clearance vehicle recommended

No cell phone or wifi in the lodge

Big Green Egg cooker, charcoal and firelighters

TV with DSTV

Fridge with small freezer, convection-microwave

Bialetti, plunger, coffee, tea, sugar & 1L milk provided 

Condiments provided: salt, pepper, herbs & oil

Linen, bath & swimming towels provided

Soap, shampoo and body lotion provided 

Heaters in all rooms

Indoor & outdoor games

Jungle gym & zipline for exclusive use

Serviced daily

Backup lamps and gas stoves with kettles are available in the event of a power failure

OUR RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCES

Activities Available on the Property

Swimming (in natural pools)
Mountain Biking
Trail running
Canoeing on the dam
Self guided hikes
Guided nature or birding hikes (on request)
Frogging after dark (on request)
Private Chef – on request
Yoga – on request
Pilates – on request
Massage therapy – on request

Best Things to do in the Area

Karkloof Canopy Tour
Karkloof Conservancy / Karkloof Conservation Centre
Karkloof Country Club
The Mushroom Farm
The Karkloof Farmers Market
Ground Cover – Family run leather goods company
The Goodman Aviation Memorial
Endeavour Alpaca Farm
Terbodore Coffee Roasters
Nelson Mandela Monument – Capture Site & Museum
Highgate Wine Estate
Piggly Wiggly – Outdoor shopping & activity centre

BOOKING TERMS 

5% cancellation fee if cancelled more than 28 days prior to arrival

25% cancellation fee if cancelled less than 28 days prior to arrival

50% cancellation fee if cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival

100% cancellation fee if cancelled less than 7 days prior to arrival or no show

Should cancelled accommodation be resold, cancellation fees shall be refunded less a 10% handling charge