Finfoot Lake Reserve

Located near Johannesburg, only a 90-minute drive, Finfoot Lake Reserve is the perfect weekend break or week-long holiday. It is a perfect slice of peace & quiet which is within easy reach for travellers seeking to escape the urban jungle.

The lodge is naturally crafted from wood & thatch which compliments the surrounding woodlands & foliage. The accommodation comprises chalets, a self-catering villa located close to the Vaalkop Dam & a luxury safari tent-making Finfoot the perfect location for families & groups of friends wanting to celebrate a special occasion.

The main hub of the Finfoot Lake Reserve is the large thatched Lapa equipped with the camp’s bar & cosy lounge area where most of the meals are served. Guests can descend just a few steps out onto the sun deck where there is plenty of seating to just sit back & soak up the view. This is also where the pool is situated, and it is a popular spot for guests to put up their feet with a cocktail or two.

THE ACCOMMODATION

Bush Chalet

There are eight air-conditioned Bush Chalets at Finfoot Lake Reserve which can accommodate up to two adults and two kids on a sleeper couch. Each unit comes with an en-suite bathroom with a shower and bathtub. Guests can also enjoy the simplicity of the bush by stepping out onto their own private verandah area.

Chalet
Finfoot Lake Reserve offers eighteen chalets that can accommodate two guests in a king-size bed or twin beds, specially made up upon request. The décor has a stylish yet comfortable setting which is complimented with natural wooden furniture and earthy tones. Each chalet comes with an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Air conditioning provides hot or cold air, while the outdoor sitting area offers views over the surrounding bush.

Self-catering luxury villa

The self-catering luxury villa is situated only 200 meters from the banks of the Vaalkop Dam. It is spacious, with a large open-plan kitchen, lounge & dining room area which opens up onto a wooden wrap around deck that has a medium size pool and braai area. Above the lounge area, there is a loft with a timber deck overlooking the dam.

This Villa can accommodate eight to ten people very comfortably – eight adults and two children. There are four bedrooms altogether. Each bedroom boasts a wardrobe, dresser table, small lounge area and either a king-size bed or two single beds. The two main bedrooms boast their own en-suite bathrooms with double basins and a bath.

There are another two bathrooms, as well as an additional guest toilet and the option of truly being one with nature by trying out the outdoor shower.

The Luxury Safari Tent

This luxury safari tent is located just a stone’s throw away from the Vaalkop Dam and is surrounded by natural bushveld providing guests with supreme privacy. It is the perfect space to experience the wonderful cheer of birdsong all around you. There is plenty of room as this tent offers two bedrooms with a beautifully appointed lounge area boasting a sleeper couch, two bathrooms & a timber viewing deck. The rooms also offer an authentic outdoor shower and the viewing deck features a medium size pool along with a private boma braai area. The tent also accommodates a maximum of six guests (four adults & two children under 12) and this is why it is perfect for families.