Eland Valley Resort
1 Drakensberg Gardens Road, Drakensberg Garden, Underberg 3257 South Africa
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The resort offers 14 modern self-catering log cabins in park-like surroundings. Eland Valley is the ideal getaway for the whole family, fishermen, and nature lovers. Each of the two-bedroomed cabins accommodates up to six persons (adults and children). We also have one bedroom cabins for couples. Cabins are fully furnished, equipped with TV, and are self-catering and serviced daily by maids. Guests need only bring food and beverages. Braai areas are available. A gas cylinder can be hired for a gas heater. Facilities: Braai/Barbecue, Swimming Pool, Canoes, Satellite TV, Wi-Fi, Bathroom, Fridge, Lounge, Shower * Please enquire for further details. Languages Spoken - English Response Rate: 100% Enquiry Response Time: 24 hours Type: Self-catering Sleeps: 68 Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM Important Information Tariffs per chalet: (Subject to change without notice) R700.00 per person sharing per night, or R500 single. Subject to availability and restrictions. Above prices subject to change without notice. Regrettably no personal cheques are accepted. A refundable key/breakage deposit of R400.00 is payable on arrival. Chalets will only accommodate the number of persons booked. Guests are not allowed to have day visitors. Strictly no pets of any kind are allowed.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Bicycles available
Canoeing
Children's playground
Children's television networks
Airport transportation
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Game room
Hiking
Billiards
Darts
Fishing
Patio
Table tennis
Board games / puzzles
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids' outdoor play equipment
BBQ facilities
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun deck
Room features
Desk
Dining area
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Kitchenette
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Bath / shower
Seating area
Sofa
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Clothes rack
Private bathrooms
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
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Mountain view
Landmark view
Family rooms
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Languages Spoken
English
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1 Drakensberg Gardens Road, Drakensberg Garden, Underberg 3257 South Africa
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King Shaka Intl Airport
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Absolutely beautiful, tranquil and serene Resort. Just a few suggestions. The shower needs to be looked at, one cannot stand up and use the shower. Cottage number 5 needs a Carport. Also just in front of Cottage 5, on the Huge Willow tree, please add a swing and hammock.
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Date of stay: September 2021
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Responded 01 Oct 2021
Thank you Dawood family for the outstanding review. We have noted your valuable suggestions and hope to have made some positive changes by the time of your next visit.
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Great retreat away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Great location, log cabins, some improvements can be made on security in the chalets such as a security safe to put certain valuables, pad heaters as the underberg area gets really cold even in summer, the dam could do with a mooring platform for easy ski launches, and the tracks to the reception and car ports to be better maintained. Other than that everything was perfect
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Staff was always friendly.
Verry helpfull.
The cabin was always cleen and if you asked for something it was done immedialtly.
Was very suprize because we stayed longer as the planning was and didnt had enough clothing. Staff was also very helpfull to do our washing.
Keep up the good work .
Verry helpfull.
The cabin was always cleen and if you asked for something it was done immedialtly.
Was very suprize because we stayed longer as the planning was and didnt had enough clothing. Staff was also very helpfull to do our washing.
Keep up the good work .
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Date of stay: July 2023
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We stayed three nights over Christmas. The lakeside hut with a verandah on the water side provides all the necessities, including towels, bedding, kitchen equipment, TV, Wi-Fi and even toiletries. The beds were firm, the sheets quality. There is a BBQ at the back. Further provisions were available at an amazing supermarket of the same owners 1km down the road. National power cuts and a lot of rain (we even had hail!) saw the wifi down much of the time. The staff were friendly, and the resort is teaming with animals - sheep, goats, cows, donkeys, and the odd baboon spying on us from behind a hill. A cheeky weaver bird made friends with us, bringing along his girlfriend for visits on the verandah. The lake has fish, frogs and Egyptian geese. Canoes came with the hut, much enjoyed by families. There were incredible starry nights to be seen. There are marked hikes into the hills from the camp. Minor criticism (hut no 13) included mould in the shower, leaking toilet, and the essential oil lamp was missing the necessary lint. The camp is built into a hill, with the drive way being very rough, full of potholes, and quite steep in parts. The pool (which the sheep used as a drinking hole) was not too inviting. If you want a rustic, basic base station in a tranquil natural setting, at a reasonable price, we would recommend it. Elands Valley Resort was better than we had expected, though our expectations were not very high.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Myself and my fiancé mostly enjoyed our stay at Elands Valley Resort, and we definitely would like to return at some point in the future, the views are amazing, the grounds are well kept, and the cabins are neat and cozy. We stayed in cabin 11 and thought it was amazing! There’s plenty of trails to walk on. It’s a very relaxing and scenic resort. Unfortunately, the day prior to our arrival, the snow had knocked out electricity for the whole area, which is not the resorts fault at all, as it wasn’t just the resort but the whole area.
However, I am giving a bit of a lower rating, as I felt communication from the front office/management could have been better. We feel that we could’ve been sent a whatsapp or email, to notify us of the electricity problem, friends of ours were staying elsewhere in the Drakensburg, and were notified by their accommodation of the power issue and were even offered a rescheduling of their dates. Because of the power being out, we couldn’t shower, as the geyser is not gas, so with it being so cold, we couldn’t warm up in a warm shower. Just a few more things to note on the communication topic, the generator for the wifi and 1 light in each cabin (which runs if no power), is turned off in the night and not turned on until 8AM in the morning, we weren’t informed of that. When the generator was turned on, cabins 11-14 didn’t have wifi, I reported this and was only assisted after 2 hours, even after I said that there was an important phone call I was expecting from family abroad, the solution took 2 minutes, by just rebooting the wifi repeater. Because of the power issue, we had to charge our phones in the car, which drained the cars battery, I’m lucky the neighbours were kind enough to assist in jump starting my vehicle. We noticed another cabin had brought their dog, where on booking.com it states no dogs are allowed, there’s also a notice inside the cabin to say no animals allowed, we followed the rules but would have loved to have our dog with us as it is like our child, if the rules have changed, it should be updated for guests like us who want to bring their dogs. Our neighbour reported their toilet wasn’t flushing in the morning and wasn’t assisted until he found a maintenance guy himself and asked him to assist close to the evening, the reception must not have informed the maintenance team of the issue. I also want to note that, I had gone to the front desk/reception several times and had dealt with the same gentleman each time, and he couldn’t remember my name or cabin number every time, even 1 hour apart. Now I know we weren’t the only guests at the resort, and I don’t expect special treatment, but I will say - guest service makes the world of difference!
I wish I didn’t have to complain and give a lower review, because the place is so great and deserves a 5 star rating, its just unfortunate that there is a lack of communication & urgency from the front office staff, like I say, we do hope to return in the future, because we thoroughly enjoyed the resort, the cabin and the views, we also wish to have the proper experience and not have to battle with no power and no warm water and wifi issues. I hope when we return, the communication with guests is better and that management have perhaps looked into alternative back up power solutions, if you’d like to look at solar/generators/inverters and batteries, please contact me, as it’s the line of work I am in.
However, I am giving a bit of a lower rating, as I felt communication from the front office/management could have been better. We feel that we could’ve been sent a whatsapp or email, to notify us of the electricity problem, friends of ours were staying elsewhere in the Drakensburg, and were notified by their accommodation of the power issue and were even offered a rescheduling of their dates. Because of the power being out, we couldn’t shower, as the geyser is not gas, so with it being so cold, we couldn’t warm up in a warm shower. Just a few more things to note on the communication topic, the generator for the wifi and 1 light in each cabin (which runs if no power), is turned off in the night and not turned on until 8AM in the morning, we weren’t informed of that. When the generator was turned on, cabins 11-14 didn’t have wifi, I reported this and was only assisted after 2 hours, even after I said that there was an important phone call I was expecting from family abroad, the solution took 2 minutes, by just rebooting the wifi repeater. Because of the power issue, we had to charge our phones in the car, which drained the cars battery, I’m lucky the neighbours were kind enough to assist in jump starting my vehicle. We noticed another cabin had brought their dog, where on booking.com it states no dogs are allowed, there’s also a notice inside the cabin to say no animals allowed, we followed the rules but would have loved to have our dog with us as it is like our child, if the rules have changed, it should be updated for guests like us who want to bring their dogs. Our neighbour reported their toilet wasn’t flushing in the morning and wasn’t assisted until he found a maintenance guy himself and asked him to assist close to the evening, the reception must not have informed the maintenance team of the issue. I also want to note that, I had gone to the front desk/reception several times and had dealt with the same gentleman each time, and he couldn’t remember my name or cabin number every time, even 1 hour apart. Now I know we weren’t the only guests at the resort, and I don’t expect special treatment, but I will say - guest service makes the world of difference!
I wish I didn’t have to complain and give a lower review, because the place is so great and deserves a 5 star rating, its just unfortunate that there is a lack of communication & urgency from the front office staff, like I say, we do hope to return in the future, because we thoroughly enjoyed the resort, the cabin and the views, we also wish to have the proper experience and not have to battle with no power and no warm water and wifi issues. I hope when we return, the communication with guests is better and that management have perhaps looked into alternative back up power solutions, if you’d like to look at solar/generators/inverters and batteries, please contact me, as it’s the line of work I am in.
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I suggest to put electric blanket on the beds.
The braai needs to be in front of the cabin and not at the back door with smaller braai with a braai grid that fit the braai.
Very nice place needs some attention. The double bed is to small for 2 people.
The braai needs to be in front of the cabin and not at the back door with smaller braai with a braai grid that fit the braai.
Very nice place needs some attention. The double bed is to small for 2 people.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Grounds unkept. Pool area uninviting. Road not good. Walking paths not clearly marked. Braai area was a bench with a cut drum on, which was too high. Unit gutters damaged, shower tiles damaged. A week before our arrival, the price for the same period was a lot cheaper than we paid?
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Date of stay: February 2022
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It is very peaceful and beautiful surroundings in nature. The braai areas and parking needs attention.
Back-up generators to service all accommodation when power is down. Gas stove will be helpful when power is down for making coffee/cook a meal, specially when it is raining.
Back-up generators to service all accommodation when power is down. Gas stove will be helpful when power is down for making coffee/cook a meal, specially when it is raining.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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This resort is nestled in the foot hills with hills in front, to the rear and a mountain on the side. It has great views of the Drakensberg mountains. We stayed in the two sleeper cottage that is right on the dam and from our deck we watched the water birds and otters on the water. Due to the rains the water fall was flowing nicely so I took a walk to it, in places a bit of a climb and other areas were a bit muddy, but well worth the effort for the view. There is a games room with table tennis and pool tables along with other games. The shop is an easy stroll away if you need something or just want to stop by for a breakfast or lite lunch.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Book well in advance as it is very popular due to location and value for money
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We had a lovely relaxing stay at eland valley resort. M and staff were very welcoming and took care of any queries or needs immediatley. Enjoyable hikes and canoeing , comfy beds and wifi even during loadshedding had a lovely time highly reccommended
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Date of stay: April 2023
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No fireplace, gas heaters for rent.
PRICE RANGE
R 350 - R 753 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaKwaZulu-NatalDrakensberg RegionUnderbergDrakensberg Garden
NUMBER OF ROOMS
14
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What are some of the property amenities at Eland Valley Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Eland Valley Resort?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Eland Valley Resort?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Eland Valley Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Balam River Deck, Glengarry Golf Club, and The Vine Knot.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Eland Valley Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Eland Valley Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Eland Valley Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.