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Uitspan 253 @ Elephant Lodge

26 reviews

Self Catering

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Capacity: 6 people
All ages welcome
Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00
Address: Rooiberg Road, 253 Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge, Bela-Bela, 0480, Limpopo
From ~~R2 500~~ R2 125 per night (sleeps 6)

Description

Uitspan 253 @ Elephant Lodge is a beautiful thatched house located in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, 29 km west of Bela-Bela in Limpopo. The nature reserve offers a unique wilderness experience and is the ideal destination for nature lovers and families.

This self-catering property accommodates up to 6 guests and consists of 3 bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom that includes both a bath and a shower. The first 2 bedrooms are located on the ground floor and are furnished with queen-size beds, air conditioning, and ceiling fans. The third bedroom, upstairs, features 2 single beds and a ceiling fan.

The open-plan living area includes a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, oven, microwave, kettle, fridge-freezer, crockery, and cutlery, as well as a breakfast counter with stools. The kitchen flows into a lounge furnished with a comfortable lounge suite and a smart TV with DStv. Free WiFi is available throughout the lodge. Sliding doors open onto a patio with a swimming pool, where guests can enjoy their morning coffee while taking in the beautiful views.

The lodge is within walking distance of swimming pools, a putt-putt course, shops, restaurants, and a children’s playground. A variety of recreational activities are available for both kids and adults, including mini golf, tennis, squash, and the popular padel courts. There are also outdoor living spaces and a braai/campfire area, perfect for ending the day.

Reserve

Room Arrangements

3 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms, 3 en-suite

Bedroom

En-suite

1 x Queen Bed

Shower, Bath, Toilet

Bedroom

En-suite

1 x Queen Bed

Shower, Bath, Toilet

Bedroom

En-suite

2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed

Shower, Bath, Toilet

What you'll find here

Wi-Fi

Swimming Pool

Air Conditioning

Full Kitchen

DSTV

Streaming Services

Braai

Reviews

4.8/ 5

Based on 26 reviews

Excellent

Cleanliness

4.8

Location

4.8

Value for money

4.8

Service

4.9

Safety

4.9

Guest highlights

Gerda B

5.0

Come visit this place a thousand times over. Food for the soul, sun for the heart. It was excellent! Wow! I will definitely come back to visit. The pl...

Sep 2025

Richard R

Family with young children

5.0

Would recommend for families with small kids. The Lodge was exactly as advertised - and more. There was more than enough crockery, cutlery etc. to ser...

Aug 2025

Monica G

5.0

Very nice. Quiet. Perfect for a group of 6. Uitspan 253 is perfect for a bushveld getaway. We look forward to our next visit.

Jun 2025

Marie-louise F

With partner

5.0

We really enjoyed it and a real gem in the heart of the bushveld! The place was fully equipped with everything one needs for a comfortable and carefre...

Jun 2025

Andre K

With friends

5.0

Calm and refreshing. The stay was excellent.

Apr 2025

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