Only three hours East of Johannesburg lies the province of the rising sun, Mpumalanga and the hidden gem that is Nooitgedacht Trout Lodge – a place for refueling, reviving and revitalizing the soul. This luxury lodge nestles on a nature reserve in the heart of South Africa’s most captivating natural wilderness. A romantic getaway… a fly fishing paradise… an invigorating haven for a corporate brainstorm, strategy meeting and a beautiful wedding venue.
The Lodge offers some of the finest trout water in the country. Whether fishing the Spekboom River or in any of the three lakes, these waters are well stocked with trout to challenge the most astute Rainbow warrior and beginner alike. And there’s more… soaring eagles and Cape Vultures, a wealth of indigenous flora and prolific bird life, a store of game, ranging from leopard to kudu to otters and the reclusive brown hyena. So, if you’re fishing for ideas, if you’re chasing rainbows of your own, here’s a new angle, retreat into the mainstream at Nooitgedacht Trout Lodge.
Family garden suite with a king size bed and an alcove with 2 single beds leading from the main bedroom. This suite has a full en-suite bathroom featuring an extra large bath for that ultimate relaxing soak. An open log fireplace adds to the charm of this room. A view across the garden that puts the icing on the cake.
This suite is situated in the garden furthest from the main building accessed along a covered verandah. This suite has a full en-suite bathroom with a lovely large bath tub and a gorgeous shower. An open log fireplace as a spark to the room and a view across the dam makes this a very special suite.
This suite is equipped with an extra large king size bed or 2 singles. It also has a sleeper couch for lounging around or an extra bed. The full en-suite bathroom and the open log fireplace lends to the charm of this room. It is accessed from the covered verandah and is situated in the garden with a view of the garden, the pool and the dam.
Nooitgedacht Trout Lodge echoes the style of the original farm house built in 1845 by JJ Burger, secretary of the old Lydenburg Republic and captures the essence of country living at it’s best. Hearty home cooked fare is prepared by dedicated chefs in a traditional open-plan kitchen and served in the congenial dining hall, which is the center point of country life at Nooitgedacht.
The state of the art wine cellar is definitely worthy of a visit! Why not ask our chefs to prepare your catch of the day, fresh from the plentiful waters that have made Nooitgedacht Trout Lodge a famous home from home…
The old dry-stone barn, a remnant of the original farm house provides an entertainment area with facilities such as a full size billiard table, satellite television and bar. The room may also be used as a conference venue with chairs, table, flip chart, projector and other audio-visual equipment provided.
A state of the art wine cellar is situated below the dining room. A wide range of red and white wine stocked to perfectly pair with your meal. Pick a bottle of wine from the wine list to enjoy with your meal.
This central point in the lodge is where friendships are made which will last for many years. Around the open log fireplace the couches are the most comfortable place to laze and visit. The bar is just off to the side and you don’t need to leave the company to refill your drink. The children can play outside while you can watch and hear them through the large sliding doors opening onto the large veranda.
Enjoy the fresh air, serenity, mesmerizing views and become one with nature.
Enjoy the tasty and hearty ready made meals prepared by our dedicated chefs.
Spend quality time with friends and family doing fun-filled outdoor activities.
A night filled with love, joy, laughter and a peaceful night sleep.
Nooitgedacht trout hatchery is a commercial trout producing facility situated on the Spekboom river in the heart of the Mount Anderson catchment Reserve. The hatchery has been operating for more than 50 years and supplying some of South Africa’s best quality trout to fishing venues. Our mission is to supply blemish free, happy angling trout to venues which can in turn offer some of the best fishing opportunities to anglers.