Gunyatoo Trout Farm & Guest Lodge

The aborigine word for home is "Gunya". The name of our guest lodge is Gunyatoo, embedded in our name is our philosophy and commitment to our guests - " our home is your home". Come and stay with us a while and it can be your Gunya-too! The stone Lodge, built in 1900, has recently been refurbished with several suites, all with beautiful views of the surrounding pine forests. Rooms, all en-suite, have their own private patio, perfect for "feet up" early morning cuppa's. For those requiring self-catering - we offer a vary of fully equipped Cottages - 2 to 10 Sleeper options. For those wishing to experience a more "Rustic" option - we have 2 ECO friendly Cottages situated at the trout dams.- The Stargazer 8 Sleeper & The Love Shack a Romantic 2 Sleeper - Guests have access to the Pool Sauna Patio & dams & stream The farm is a perfect venue for the enthusiastic fly fisherman. We offer two stocked dams with limited stream fishing for the more experienced fly fisherman. Private fly fishing lessons and group clinics can be arranged on site. PLEASE NOTE: The NORMAL RATE does not apply to the exclusive use of GUNYATOO LODGE as a 10 Sleeper S/C Cottage. https://abnb.me/UD3iQtE76mb or bookings@gunyatoo.com

Area Info

The Lowveld and Mpumalanga Escarpment has, by virtue of its many hospitable stretches of water and active private trout breeding industry, become the mecca for fly fishermen in South Africa.
The area is geared towards tourism with an array of activities which we will gladly arrange for you
There are also a number of golf courses within an hour's drive from Sabie, making Gunyatoo a central base for a memorable golfing holiday.
The Sabie area is truly a birders paradise. Not only is there a huge variety of the more common bird species, but a number of globally and nationally threatened species also occur in the area
Misty Mountain Heritage Site (6 km from Gunyatoo) holds small numbers of the critically endangered Blue Swallow, and the near-threatened Buffstreaked Chat, Secretarybird, Peregrine Falcon and Blackwinged Plover.
The near-threatened Lanner Falcon is an occasional visitor to this site. Other, more common sightings, include Kurrichane Thrush, White-throated Robin, Swee Waxbill and Forest Canary.

Units and Rooms

The ECO Love Shack

Guests: 3
Max Adults: 2

The Love Shack- get reconnected with nature! Relax at this unique and tranquil "hideaway". Cabin. You will fall asleep to the sound of the stream and wake to the sound of fish eagles. Eco friendly.- Solar lights. Gas stove & Geyser. Battery Camp Fridge.

Self catering The Studio

Guests: 2

Fully equipped. Self-catering. Studio Cottage - Romantic setting -, King-size bed, Full bathroom with Shower & Jacuzzi Bath, fully equipped Kitchenette. No TV. Undercover braai facilities. Snack pack & Sparkling wine arranged for Special occasions.

S/C Gate Keeper's Cottage- 2A+2C

Guests: 4
Max Adults: 2

Open plan. En-suite,(shower only) Double bed downstairs 2 single beds upstairs - mezzanine floor (guests cannot see but can hear) Fully equipped including microwave.Bedding supplied. , Cosy log Jetmaster fireplace. Braai area.

Self Catering AA Log Cabin

Guests: 6

Open plan. 3 Separate bedrooms 2 Doubles & 1 with 2 single beds Full bathroom. Fully equipped including microwave, bedding supplied. Braai area.

S/C ECO Star Gazer Cottage

Guests: 8

Something a little different.!!! NO ELECTRICITY - SOLAR LIGHTS. Open plan,Single beds - mezzanine floor, Kitchenette. Linens provided. Gas Fridge & stove. .Shower - Hot Water - by Donkey Boiler. Braai area. Often noted as "Camping in Royal Style!!"

Lodge King Fisher Suite

Guests: 2

King, en-suite (bath and separate showers), French doors open up onto private balcony providing own entrance and beautiful views. Fully equipped Guest kitchen & access to Lodge facilities ie Entertainment /Braai area . S/C Self Catering/Room Only

Lodge Fish Eagle Suite

Guests: 2

King size bed, en-suite (shower over bath), glass French doors open up onto private balcony with beautiful views .Fully equipped Guest kitchen & access to Lodge facilities ie Entertainment /Braai area . S/C Self Catering/Room only

Lodge Swallow's Nest Suite

Guests: 4

Queen size bed, en-suite (shower only), 2 Single Beds - Glass French door opens up onto pool area, Options Available Fully equipped Guest kitchen & access to Lodge facilities ie Entertainment /Braai area . S/C Self Catering/Room only

Lodge Fly Catcher

Guests: 2

Twin Beds - en suite Bathroom.French doors lead onto private balcony. Interleading door to King room to form a Family Suite. Options Available - DBB (Delectable Dinner & Full English Breakfast) B&B - (Full English Break) S/C Self Catering/Room only.