Tomjachu Bush Retreat

Property class: 4

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A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Tomjachu Bush Retreat. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this lodge. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Homestead Dining Room, the on-site fine-dining restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with floral pillows, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a patterned rug.

The Homestead Suite

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

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A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, a wardrobe, a vanity with a mirror, and a window with blinds.

Keepers Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and a view of a bedroom with a bed and bedside lamps.

Rock House

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

View all photos for Bush Cottage

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, and a lamp.

Bush Cottage

  • Mountain view
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A wooden table with a bowl of bread, a candle, and a mat. There are two white cushioned chairs and a wicker table lamp. A large umbrella provides shade.

Valbonne Villa

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a large mirror, and three framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Mbombela, Tomjachu Bush Retreat is in the mountains and in a regional park. Shoppers can check out Ilanga Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Nelspruit Private Nature Reserve and Lowveld National Botanical Garden. Mbombela Golf Club and Nelspruit High School are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Mbombela travel guide
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Off Uitkyk Road, Valbonne Farm, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1200

What's nearby

  • Mbombela Golf Club
    20 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Nelspruit Market
    21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Mediclinic Nelspruit
    24 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Nelspruit Private Nature Reserve
    25 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Ilanga Mall
    26 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Suitkerbossie
    24 min drive
  • Trattoria Stefano
    16 min drive
  • The olive leaf
    15 min drive

About this property

Tomjachu Bush Retreat

  • Upscale lodge near Mediclinic Nelspruit
  • A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Tomjachu Bush Retreat. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this lodge. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Homestead Dining Room, the on-site fine-dining restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • 4 outdoor pools
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Babysitting (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Other amenities include:
    • In-room massages and guidebooks
    • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desk chairs

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Frequently asked questions

Does Tomjachu Bush Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools.

Is Tomjachu Bush Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tomjachu Bush Retreat?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Tomjachu Bush Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6 AM–9 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 690 per vehicle applies.

Where is Tomjachu Bush Retreat located?

Situated in a regional park, this lodge is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mbombela Golf Club, Nelspruit High School, and Mediclinic Nelspruit. Nelspruit Private Nature Reserve and Ilanga Mall are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Tomjachu Bush Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Truly fabulous
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic and We’re Coming Back!

Such a beautiful place! We are definitely going back. Beware of GPS leading you astray if you are coming from the Ressano Garcia border.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable beds, great atmosphere, extremely relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Our mid week stay,

Was an amazing stay, beautiful nature walks, excellent food and service. Accommodation was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome, just awesome

This is an utterly amazing destination, a genuine wish we could stay forever holiday destination. It is truly a private, luxury, in-middle-of-nowhere, walk freely amongst the animals kind of a place just 30 minutes from civilization. You couldn’t ask for more and at a fraction of what you think all this would cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely accommodation and food. Beautiful location within natural setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Chef’s a star!

The Chef’s wonderful dishes is a main reason for coming back and braving the gravel road to get here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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A truly hidden gem,should be the worst kept secret

Amazing hospitality and stay. From the minute we arrived to the minute we left the team treated us so well. The property is taken care of very well with no attention to detail spared. If you’re looking for an eco friendly private reserve where you can detach and unwind this is it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Getaway

I stayed here for a great romantic getaway with my girlfriend , We had an amazing time the hosts were extremely friendly and accommodating. The linen was clean and the place was spotless. The apartment was serviced daily , and the self catering facilities were more than sufficient . There was good wifi which was needed as MTN and Telkom signal was spotty .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely staffs, peaceful and quiet place, amazing foods...I had an wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic lodge with breathtaking views!

We stayed at Tomjachu for a couple of nights during a 10 day tour of SA. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and did everything to make our relaxing visit perfect. The cottage we stayed at was beautiful, with a breathtaking view of the mountains. We enjoyed eating at the Homestead as well as grilling our on food on a typical South African braai on our patio. We hiked around the property and overall had a wonderful, relaxing time enjoying the outdoors at Tomjachu.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Posto idilliaco

Molto positiva, personale gentilissimo, cena romantica perfetta!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

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Luxury hideaway for a budget price

We got to Tomjachu accidentally on a last minute search for a one night stay on a way from Kruger National Park. And we found a real jewel away in the mountains. The property is managed by Mr. Jack at highest standards competing with top hotels we've stayed. Everything is very well considered - a welcome email with throughout description of amenities, hiking ant MTB tracks; tree tags around the place; simple but efficient water saving tools in bathroom (you should see it yourselves); fireplace in a room… and a lot else to list. They have several cosy cottage with braai and swimming pools, each with beautiful views (we lived in the foremost and most private one called Bush Lodge. So sad we had to leave this place so quickly - I would like to return here for a weak for a hideaway chill.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Tomjachu is paradise away just away from Nelspruit

Tomjachu is a great place just outside Nelspruit. The place is absolutely well kept. The view is beautiful and very nice place to reconnect with family. There is no television so all the time is for you with your family. The accommodation is really relaxing and seems a very good way to reconnect with yourself.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Avkopplande

Ett alldeles utmärkt retreat för avkoppling, med natur och djur inpå knuten. Väldigt serviceinriktad personal, det var underbart att vara där!
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8/10 Good

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Amazing place but check the note on dirt entrance

*Note: Lodge staff were incredible, the meals were great, and the view is amazing. I would highly recommend this place for a retreat and lodge experience. It should be noted this Lodge is down a 6-8 Kilometer dirt road that can feel rough in the dark. We did not have a 4x4 and faired okay but the hotel should state this fact in their description. Come here for rest and the beauty but not for proximity to Nelspruit due to dirt road.
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10/10 Excellent

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An amazing find!

We stayed at the Bush Cottage as a family, amazing outlook views and a game drive at sunset was superlative. The mattress in the main bedroom was a bit on the hard side and maybe some new appliances in the kitchen could complement the elegant rustic look of the cottage. We had a braai fire arranged for us, the service is impeccable.
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020