Imbabali Retreat & Venue

R560 Hekpoort Road Plot RH27, 1790 Magaliesburg, South Africa
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Imbabali Retreat & Venue

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Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
132 reviews
  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

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Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Boasting lake views, Imbabali Retreat & Venue features accommodation with patio, around 41 km from Cradle of Humankind. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can make use of the outdoor fireplace or the children's playground, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden. Some units at the holiday home boast a fireplace and a private pool. Every unit comes with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, while certain rooms are fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. All units have bed linen. The holiday home specialises in a continental and Full English/Irish breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. At the property, there is an in-house family-friendly restaurant serving dinner and a selection of vegetarian options. Guests at Imbabali Retreat & Venue will be able to enjoy activities in and around Magaliesburg, like cycling, fishing and canoeing. Barbecue facilities are provided at the holiday home, and guests can also relax in the garden or go on a picnic in the picnic area. Roodepoort Country Club is 43 km from the accommodation, while Cradle of Human Kind - Museum is 23 km from the property. Lanseria International Airport is 52 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • BBQ facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
3 single beds
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
3 single beds
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
3 single beds
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Magaliesburg

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Landy
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful venue in excellent condition and prime location. Fishing was excellent and everyone enjoyed the tubing and canoeing on the dam.”
  • Chris
    South Africa South Africa
    “Pictures don't do this place justice. Beautiful property. Friendly staff and owners. Great food. Thank you.”
  • Catherine
    South Africa South Africa
    “It was nice and close enough from home l, but still felt as though we were miles away. Very clean and the hosts, Catherine and Greg were very friendly and made you feel at home.”
  • Fourie
    South Africa South Africa
    “What a lovely time we had!!! The people, staff and dogs were so friendly!”
  • Nono
    South Africa South Africa
    “The place is quiet and peaceful which is what we wanted. The host was friendly. The dogs are quite friendly too.”
  • Gray
    South Africa South Africa
    “Loved everything! The entire stay from arrival to departure was excellent. We lost our doggies last year, so to have Riley and other dogs greet us made our trip even better. The hosts are wonderful people. The food is good! Definitely booking...”
  • Mpumie
    South Africa South Africa
    “The location was amazing. Love the facilities. Very convenient.”
  • Anel
    South Africa South Africa
    “On the positive side, the retreat boasted a breathtaking view and the owners were incredibly friendly, contributing to a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The rooms were lovely, with comfortable beds ensuring a restful night's sleep, and the option...”
  • Jack
    South Africa South Africa
    “Not so many people. It is quiet. No tv . Encouraging dialogue.”
  • Janice
    South Africa South Africa
    “The property is very beautiful, serene and clean. The owners Catherine and Greg are hospitable and welcoming. Catherine goes an extra mile to accommodate us. They have friendly dogs and we had the joy of the cottage dog-Riley, that stayed with us...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Greg or Catherine

Company review score: 8.8Based on 129 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a family that loves the outdoors and that is why we chose to move to a farm in Magaliesburg. A portion of our farm we use to grow organic fresh produce the part we farm backs the Klein Magalies River. We have big and small dogs that roam freely on the whole property and will come and say "HELLO." All we ask is that you treat our dogs and other animals with respect. We look forward to meeting you and hope you any enjoy your stay! Any constructive comments are appreciated.

Property information

Imbabali Retreat & Venue is nestled at the foot of the picturesque Magaliesberg Mountains. An hour away from the bustling cities of Johannesburg & Pretoria, our Retreat welcomes you back to nature, where fauna wanders & flora grow in abundance. Self-catering quaint cottages & a main house. Imbabali Retreat and Venue offer a main house sleeping fourteen guests & three individual cottages. Each cottage sleeps up to five people in two bedrooms with one bathroom. A maximum of fifteen guests between the three cottages, beds are made up as required. Free Wi Fi is available in the house, at the cottages and at The Venue. We are a fully equipped self-catering facility. Our accommodation is serviced daily by our friendly staff so you can kick back and relax. The main house has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, the main bedroom is en suite and has a TV with full DSTV. All the bedrooms have ceiling fans and free-standing fans. Open plan kitchen & dining area with a fireplace. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering with a gas stove, double eye level oven and lots of fridge and freezer space. The house is a double story with a large lounge area, TV and full DSTV and a second dining area and small desk for those who still need to put in some hours. Two of the four large bedrooms are upstairs with one of the three bathrooms. There is a landing upstairs with a separate lounge area with TV and DSTV. The house sleeps fourteen people but four extra beds can be made up on the landing if required at an additional charge per person. Large patio area under a beautiful Wild Olive Tree with a large concrete table and braai area looking out onto the beautifully maintained gardens. The cottages each have an open plan lounge, dining area & kitchenette with a small bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, 2 plate stove, cutlery & crockery, and a private braai area. All cottages have a patio with a cold plunge pool, boasting a magnificent view of the Magaliesberg Mountain.

Neighbourhood information

Imbabali Retreat & Venue is in close proximity to most restaurants, arts & crafts, and activities such as BreedtsNek for the avid cyclist, hiking trails, quad biking, horse riding, zip lining, clay pigeon shooting, archery, game drives, and so much more… A comprehensive list with contact details is available in our accommodation, compliments of @Route24. Distance from Imbabali Retreat and Venue to Cradle of Human Kind - Museum is 23 km, Bill Harrop's "Original" Balloon Safaris - 22 km, African Safari Lodge - 3.8 km, Black Horse Estate - 11 km, Van Gaalen Cheese Farm - 27 km, Hartbeespoort Dam - 40km, Magaliespark Golf Cousre - 31km, Sun City Resort - 110km, The nearest airport is Lanseria Airport - 58 km. A shuttle service is available in the area for airport transfers or local trips. We will gladly share the details with you.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Imbabali Sports Bar & Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Imbabali Retreat & Venue
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • BBQ facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Private entrance
  • Fan

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Activities

  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
    Additional charge
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Fishing

Outdoor & View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Transport

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Children's playground

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Miscellaneous

  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Imbabali Retreat & Venue takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about £21. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Imbabali Retreat & Venue in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Imbabali Retreat & Venue

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Imbabali Retreat & Venue on this page.

  • Guests staying at Imbabali Retreat & Venue can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Imbabali Retreat & Venue on this page.

  • Imbabali Retreat & Venue has 1 restaurant:

    • Imbabali Sports Bar & Restaurant

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Imbabali Retreat & Venue is 6.2 miles from the centre of Magaliesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Imbabali Retreat & Venue (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 10 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 5 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Imbabali Retreat & Venue is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Imbabali Retreat & Venue offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Table tennis
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Head massage
    • Swimming Pool
    • Foot massage
    • Game drives
    • Full body massage
    • Back massage
    • Hand massage
    • Couples massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Neck massage

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Imbabali Retreat & Venue on this page.

  • Check-in at Imbabali Retreat & Venue is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Imbabali Retreat & Venue may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Imbabali Retreat & Venue (subject to availability). These have:

    • 2 bedrooms
    • 4 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.