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Sand River Cottages

3.0 star property
Riverfront cottages with kitchenettes and furnished patios

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Enjoy dining al fresco in a serene outdoor setting surrounded by lush greenery and a modern building.
Playful fun awaits at this family-friendly playground with a playhouse, slide, and trampoline.
Stroll through the lush gardens to a charming residence with a simple, functional design.
Relax by the pool surrounded by a playground and lush greenery.
Enjoy outdoor dining or relaxation on the patio, surrounded by lush greenery.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Explore the area

Map
Portia Shabangu Drive, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1242
  • Elephant Whispers
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Phabeni Gate
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Numbi Gate
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms

Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Cottage

Family Cottage

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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2 bedrooms

Family Cottage

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 112 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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2 bedrooms

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 112 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Mbombela

At Sand River Cottages you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Hazyview Juction Mall and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Perry's Bridge Reptile Park. .You can enjoy flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and all 4 accommodations feature furnished patios, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Kitchenettes come with fridges, microwaves and stovetops, making in-room dining convenient. Additionally, free toiletries and wardrobes or cupboards are available. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Other amenities include a garden, barbecues and a picnic area. English breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Perry's Bridge Reptile Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Elephant Whispers - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Phabeni Gate - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Numbi Gate - 25 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kuka - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Elephant Whispers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pioneer's Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tanks - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sand River Cottages

Riverfront cottages with kitchenettes and furnished patios
Sand River Cottages offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. Sand River Cottages also features a picnic area and pool umbrellas. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
Sand River Cottages offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 250 for adults and ZAR 250 for children

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Limited-hour front desk

Location highlights

  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 1 year old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 250 for adults and from ZAR 250 for children
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • One child aged 1 year old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Sand River Cottages House Hazyview
Sand River Cottages House
Sand River Cottages Hazyview
Sand River Guest Cottages Hazyview South Africa - Mpumalanga
Sand River Cottages Cottage
Sand River Cottages Mbombela
Sand River Cottages Cottage Mbombela

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sand River Cottages?

Yep, Sand River Cottages has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Sand River Cottages?

As of 26 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand River Cottages on 27 July 2025 start from AU$84.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sand River Cottages have a pool?

Sand River Cottages has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does Sand River Cottages serve breakfast?

Sure does, English breakfast is on offer daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sand River Cottages?

No, Sand River Cottages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sand River Cottages?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sand River Cottages?

No, pets are not allowed.

Sand River Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice property near Phabeni gate of Kruger National Park, which is just a 6 minute drive. Akani is a great host and if you need anything he will bend over backwards to help! You can park right next to your chalet, which is very helpful. - I personally hate lodges where you have to park a distance away! - There is a pub nearby that gets noisy at times, but if you run a fan it drowns out the noise. The property is very close to the main road and is very safe!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

M, UK

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

Good Accomodation. Friendly and helpful staff.

Appx 7 miles from Phabeni gate of Kruger National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

richard, Chino Hills, CA

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

Nice cottage near Kruger Park

Quiet comfortable cottage on a nice large property. 5 minutes from the Kruger park gate. Close to shopping and restaurants. Family friendly, full kitchen, pool, play area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

A, London

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

Prime location for Kruger visitors

Our stay at the cottages was simply great. Miles better from what I had thought could be possible so close to Kruger. The cottage was in pristine condition and Doctor was a very friendly host. I would highly recommend staying here for comfort with the benefit of closeby amenities and access to Kruger gates only 10 minutes drive away.