Machadodorp, Highlands Meander
Machadodorp is a small town situated above the escarpment in South Africa's Mpumalanga province, with the world famous Elands River running through the town. There is a natural radioactive spring here and is reputed to have powerful healing qualities and is quite a magical place.
Accommodation options in Machadodorp are comfortable and perfectly adequate. Ranging from farm cottages such as Misty Valley Lodge to self catering cottages. They are warm and welcoming and close to many of the attractions, and seeing that you will be spending the majority of your time out exploring they serve their purpose to provide you with a pleasant nights sleep.
Following the success of the Laerskool Machado Potjiekos Competitions in previous years, the village has set up a Festival around the competition to highlight the charms of the quaint historical village and the beauty of the surrounding countryside - and of course the great Potjiekos!
Machadodorp is a wonderful destination for a weekend break away - being close to Johannesburg and Pretoria, and is also a highly popular fly fishing destination. The hub of the Festival is at the Machadodorp Fly Fishing Park and Camp Site where the Potjiekos and Fly Fishing Competitions are held, along with the Market which keep visitors and tourists occupied for hours.
There are many Machadodorp accommodation establishments available in Lydenburg and all are of a very high quality. From bed and breakfast accommodation to backpacking and camping areas - you are truly spoilt for choice and guaranteed a delightful stay in Machadodorp.
Like most of the towns in this area, the key to Machadodorp's popularity and success is its natural beauty and quaint nature. Fly fishing is a big attraction and the town caters well to visitors of all kinds regardless of the reason for stopping by and will leave a warm spot in your heart for them by the time you leave.
Travellers' Reviews
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Machadodorp doesn't in fact have much, it has a lot of history and would interest those who are looking at having a quiet day out in "nowhere". Preferably come with your own food, a few you can buy locally but the bulk come with. The people are nice and the atmosphere peaceful.
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Partridge Chalet
Partridge offers accommodation in Waterval Boven at Kingfisher Lodge. From this serene setting you can enjoy a peaceful break away. Partridge Cha...
Bermanzi Mountain Retreat
Bermanzi is nestled on the edge of the escarpment between the towns of Machadodorp, Waterval Boven and Badplaas. Accommodation is available for u...
DDD Chalet
The DDD Chalet offers views over the trout dams and pine plantations. The bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed and a single bed. The chalet...
Wisteria Cottage
Nestled in a beautiful English-inspired garden that was designed and lovingly tended to by Avril Brewer for many years, Wisteria Cottage is the o...
Zebra Cottage at Komati Gorge
Zebra Cottage is located at Komati Gorge Lodge near the village of Dullstroom. It is a convenient stop over point from either Gauteng or KwaZulu ...
Twilight Chalet
Twilight at Kingfisher Trout Lodge offers stunning views over the valley below. Bird watching is a must. The Fly-fishing dams will surprise with ...
Kloppenheim Resort
The four and six sleeper chalets are upmarket and decorated on a grand scale with dark wood. All units are comprised of two bedrooms with two pri...
Komati Gorge Lodge
On the banks of the Komati River, at the base of a miniature Grand Canyon, this small village of thatched dwellings provides affordable luxury in...
Mayfly Chalet
Mayfly Chalet has views over the valley and Sappi plantations. The bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed and a bunk bed. The unit has a kitc...
The Leopard Suites at Komati Gorge
This untouched expanse of 1200ha with its thorn bushveld and highveld grassland offers an unparalleled experience to nature lovers. The biodivers...
Loves Lure Chalet
Loves Lure Chalet is located in the forest and has views over the valley. The bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed. The en-suite bathroom i...
Fledermaus Chalet
Fledermaus Chalet is located at the waterfall, with views over the valley. The bedroom is furnished with a double bed. The unit has a kitchenette...
Nightjar Dome
Nightjar Dome sleeps two, in a unique dome-shaped bedroom. The dome is furnished with a Queen-size bed. There is a covered stoep and deck with a ...
Yellowwood Cottage at Komati Gorge
Yellowwood Cottage is located right on the river and has five en-suite bedrooms with Queen-size beds and a loft room with two single beds for the...
Poachers Chalet
Poachers is a self catering cottage ideal for a peaceful break away. The bedroom is furnished with a Queen-size bed and has a cupboard and vanity...
Highland Gate Ferox Creek
Highland Gate Ferox Creek offers Dullstroom self catering on the Highland Gate Golf Retreat. The property offers accommodation which is the perfe...
Millys Restaurant and Chalets
Millys is conveniently situated along the N4 highway, offering an ideal stopover for travellers journeying between Johannesburg and the Kruger Na...
The Greys Inn
The Greys Inn is situated in Machadodorp and offers comfortable accommodation for up to 18 guests. From here guests are near to the Bakoni Ruins,...
Fancy Free Fly Fishing Retreat
Fancy Free Fly Fishing Retreat accommodates guests in a selection of cottages and is nestled in a tranquil landscape of rolling hills, crystal st...
Kloppenheim Country Estate Hotel
Kloppenheim brings old-world charm, attention to detail and pampering to discerning guests wanting a reclusive retreat in an ambience reminiscent...
Hackle on Pond
Hackle on Pond Chalet is located near the bank of one of the fishing dams. The unit offer views over the dams, and pine plantations as well as th...
Troutwoods Cottage
Troutwoods Cottage is located on a working farm close to the town of Dullstroom, Machadodorp and Belfast and offers exclusive, private, self-cate...
Marabou at Fancy Free
Marabou at Fancy Free is a self catering cottage sleeping four guests in two bedrooms. There is a well-equipped kitchen containing everything nee...
Kingfisher Cottage at Komati Gorge
Kingfisher Cottage can sleep up to eight guests in three bedrooms. The first two bedrooms are furnished with a Queen-size bed and the third room ...
The Oaks Cottage
The Oaks Cottage at is located at a trout farm in Mpumalanga, a haven for people wanting to escape to the country for some peace and quiet. The e...
Matuka at Fancy Free
Mataku at Fancy Free is a spacious self catering cottage sleeping six guests in three bedrooms. There is a fully equipped kitchen containing ever...
Butterfly Cottage
Butterfly Cottage is located on the banks of the Komati River, at the base of a miniature Grand Canyon, this small village of thatched dwellings ...
HoyoHoyo Machado Stud Lodge
HoyoHoyo Machado Stud Lodge is a fabulous escape and offers a wonderfully tranquil atmosphere and accommodation. Machado Stud Lodge is a self cat...
Katrinasrust Country Estate
Katrinasrust Country Estate is a trout farm located in Machadodorp, Mpumalanga and is a haven for people wanting to escape to the country for som...
Absolute Leisure Cottages
Absolute Leisure Cottages provides self catering accommodation in the village of Machadodorp. Absolute Leisure Cottages is made up of 2 village r...
Walkers Killer
Walkers Killer is a self catering holiday cottage sleeping five guests. The chalet is serviced daily, and the bedding, towels are provided. The u...
Kingfisher Trout Lodge
Kingfisher Lodge offers comfortable self catering accommodation in Waterval Boven. The main lodge has a guest lounge with a TV and DStv and meals...
Invicta at Fancy Free
Invicta at Fancy Free is a self catering cottage, which is situated close to the water's edge. The cottage sleeps four guests in two cosy bedroom...
Firefly Cottage
Firefly Cottage can sleep up to four guests in two bedrooms. The kitchen is equipped with a two-plate stove, microwave and fridge. The lounge has...
The Royal Coachman
Royal Coachman is comfortable for a bunch of friends or a large family. This house sleeps a total of ten guests, six adults and four children. Th...
Things to do in the area
Fly Fishing at Machado Flyfishing Club
Glenshee offers prime Flyfishing in the Mpumalanga area of South Africa. Glenshee is situated 6km from Machadodorp on the Carolina Road. The club...
Bermanzi Trail
Start: Bermanzi Mountain RetreatFinish: Bermanzi Mountain RetreatDuration: anything from 4km – 20kmFitness: moderately difficultOur tip: a self g...
Wathaba Hiking Trails
Start: Wathaba farmFinish: Wathaba farmDuration: 1 – 2 daysFitness: easy to moderateOur tip: a popular trail so book well in advanceSet in the mo...
Noteworthy attractions
Gustav Klingbiel Nature Reserve
This has to be one of the most beautiful locations in the world. The reserve is 2200 hectares and the Klipgatspruit cuts the mountainous area int...
Steenkampsberg Nature Reserve
The Steenkampsberg Nature Reserve, outside the town of Dullstroom, provides sanctuary for the rare wattled crane which is a major attraction, tou...
Long Tom Pass
The Long Tom Pass gets its name from the Long Tom cannons used during the Anglo-Boer war. The original Long Tom Pass was a treacherous one, steep...
Dullstroom Nature Reserve
The Dullstroom Nature Reserve receives little publicity, which is something of a bonus for those who happen to stumble across the reserve and its...
Sterkspruit Nature Reserve
The smallish, yet incredibly pretty Sterkspruit Nature Reserve lies right next to the scenic Long Tom Pass, the horizon dominated by Mount Anders...
Verloren Vallei Nature Reserve
One of the few places in the country to breed all three of the world's endangered cranes, the Verloren Vallei (lost valley) Nature Reserve lies r...
Rocky Drift Nature Reserve
Rocky Drift is a private nature reserve 290 kilometres from Johannesburg in Waterval Boven – a beautiful enclosed valley that preserve 257 hectar...
Skurweberg Pass
The Skurweberg Pass lies on the rim of the Drakensberg escarpment - a steep, tarred and modern route over the Skurweberg mountains, on the R541 b...
Steenkampsberg Pass
One of the highest passes in the region, Steenkampsberg Pass joins Lydenburg to Roossenekal. Often mistakenly called De Berg, after the highest p...
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