Alkmaar Farmstay

Set in the heart of the Lowveld in the Schagen Valley on the Maputo Corridor 10 minutes from Nelspruit, the capital of Mpumalanga. Alkmaar Farmstay is on a citrus & macadamia nut farm, and within close proximity of the Kruger National Park. It is also perfectly located for exploring the Lowveld tourist attractions like Blyde River Canyon, Pilgrim's Rest and Sudwala Caves. It is also the ideal stopover enroute to Mozambique. The bush camp is ideal for group bookings.

Area Info

The dynamic provincial capital of Mpumalanga is also the largest town in the Lowveld. As such, it is well serviced with shops, restaurants and other facilities. It is attractively positioned in the valley of the Crocodile River and has a park like setting with many flowering trees. Oranges, sub-tropical fruit and nuts are grown extensively in the area. With extremely good access to the many attractions in the Kruger National Park, other attractions of the area include – the Lowveld Botanical Gardens adjacent to the Nelspruit Waterfall, Sudwala Caves with the Dinosaur park close by and Barbeton, where in the gold rush days of the last century, it is reported that a reef so rich in gold was discovered, that it sparkled in the sun.

Units and Rooms

Honeymoon Cottage

Guests: 2

The Honeymoon Cottage is a stunningly decorated unit with a beautiful view over the dam and Crocodile River valley. It features a king-size bed and 2 bathrooms, There also a sitting area and kitchen. There is a verandah with a fireplace.

Acacia Rooms

Guests: 3
Max Adults: 2

These rooms have an en-suite bathroom, a double bed and a communal kitchen that is fully equipped with a fridge, freezer, gas stove, microwave, pots and pans. Outside, there is a boma with braai facilities.

Coral Rooms

Guests: 3
Max Adults: 2

3 en-suite rooms with a shower only, communal kitchen that is fully equipped. Built-in braai facilities are also available. It is ideal for self-catering and offers breathtaking views.

Gemsbok Rooms

Guests: 4

Gemsbok Rooms are en-suite and share a communal kitchen & braai area. With beautiful views of the Lowveld Bush. The units also have tea and coffee making facilities, ceiling fan and a fireplace.