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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Chocolate Orchid in White River offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a private check-in and check-out service, ensuring a seamless arrival and departure experience. Outdoor Leisure: Guests can relax in the year-round outdoor swimming pool or enjoy the lush garden. The property features an outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities, perfect for outdoor activities. Dining Experience: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, à la carte, full English/Irish, and vegetarian. Breakfast includes local specialties, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and more. Convenient Location: Located 12 mi from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, Chocolate Orchid is near attractions such as White River Country Club (2.5 mi) and Mbombela Stadium (16 mi). Free on-site private parking is provided.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Kapondera
Mozambique Mozambique
The place is serene and beautiful. I always have a lovely time
Nicole
South Africa South Africa
Marti was a wonderful host and welcomed us with friendliness and kindness. Our stay was peaceful, with beautiful scenery. Rooms were clean, comfortable and cozy. Thank you 😊
Kun
South Africa South Africa
Owner Johan very kind to help us make a Ramp for my wife, and help us to fix the car problem as well. We are so thankful for his kindness.
Eonay
South Africa South Africa
A lovely little spot, with beautiful gardens, pool and pond. Rustic farm-like feel all around with beautifully decorated rooms. The host are great, and went out of their way to assist me.
Paul
South Africa South Africa
Beautiful set up. Great surrounding. Wonderful hosts. Pleasing
Ruan
South Africa South Africa
The property is well looked after and the room we stayed in was clean, neat and had everything in it we needed to make our stay comfortable.
Mutenje
South Africa South Africa
The silence, serenity of the place. Reviewers were right, it is very peaceful and quiet.
Sarah
South Africa South Africa
A peaceful setting in a great location. It’s lovely to wake up to the sound of birds.
Shafia
South Africa South Africa
Marti and Andre were wonderful hosts. All my needs were attended to. Homely and friendly. Loved it.
Jeremie
Reunion Reunion
Great location and a pond where you can watch birds or simply read a book It feels so cozy that you just want to stay and not move around! Terrific.

Managed by Marti & Johann

Company review score: 9.3Based on 121 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The hosts are a well-traveled couple who recently settled in White River after a stint on their yacht. They bought Chocolate Orchid and have been refurbishing and upgrading the rooms and the lovely garden. Marti is a qualified Kundalini yoga instructor, with an interest in sound therapy. Both have lived in the Lowveld for many years, and know their way about. They look forward to welcoming visitors.

Neighborhood info

The Lowveld offers visitors a very wide range of experiences. From the vistas of the escarpment to the immediacy of open-vehicle game drives. There is a great deal to do and much to see. Many artists have made the Lowveld their home. Visitors can arrange to see the work of Anton Bosch, or visit ‘Die Randjie’ where Esias Bosch’s daughter Ezra has her studio. There are the Eloffs and the Voigts, as well as many others. A good place to start getting acquainted with local artists is at the White River Gallery at Casterbridge. In keeping with its history, Lowveld locals offer hospitality, quality, and quirkiness in equal measure. From Carl and Megan’s ‘64 on Coolmore’ restaurant which is 150m from our door, to the Plantsman down the road, to Oliver’s for exceptional spa treatments and food. There is enough to do to satisfy the most restless. You can cycle to the forests from our gate (quite a climb) or take a short drive to Klipkopjes for a walk along the water’s edge. There is even sailing at Da Gama, with its very temperamental breezes.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Chocolate Orchid

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

Chocolate Orchid takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ZAR 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, 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 need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ZAR 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.