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Name Old Joes Kaia
Type Guest Houses | B&B
Description Old Joe's Kaia is a unique small family owned and run guesthouse situated in the magnificent Schoemanskloof Valley. This venue is known for its excellent cuisine, relaxed homely atmosphere and personal service. Swimming pool, prolific birding and exhilarating walks. Experience harmony and tranquillity!

We speak English, Afrikaans and German

Accommodation is offered in Log Cabins, Rondavels and Kaia Rooms. Each of these units has a different theme and is uniquely decorated accordingly. All units have a balcony /verandah and bathroom en suite (bath and shower).

Regrettably no children under the age of 6 are allowed, unless by special arrangement.

Log Cabins

These rustic units with a romantic ambience are elevated on stilts and are situated amongst large trees, overlooking the indigenous garden.

Rondavels (thatched huts)

These were the first units built at Old Joe's Kaia. They are spacious with an organic feel from Africa.

Kaia Rooms (home in Zulu)

These are cosy semi-detached private units overlooking the garden towards the swimming pool.

Old Joe's Kaia has always been well-known for its excellent cuisine and fabulous wines. Our meals are creative yet wholesome with a country flair. Trout from the area is a regular feature, as well as venison and ostrich.

Meals can be enjoyed inside the cosy lounge-dining area or outside on the balcony at tree-top level. The view from the balcony is graced by the mountain in the distance and the lush garden below. Many interesting birds can be observed from here.

Breakfast consists of a cold buffet as well as a hot English menu for ZAR60.

Lunch is served from an A la Carte menu.

Dinner is a 4-course set menu for ZAR125.

Picnic baskets or food packs /backpacks can also be arranged.

Advance bookings are essential for Dinner, while it is advisable to book for Breakfast and Lunch, especially for groups.
Directions Between Machadodorp and Nelspruit
N4 Schoemanskloof Road
Mpumalanga, South Africa

OR Tambo ( Johannes international) Airport to old joe's kaia Guesthouse

On departure from the main terminal, take the R21 out of the airport.

After approx 5km, take the N12 to witbank. You will pass Boksburg, Benoni and Springs.

The N12 joins the N4 at witbank. continue on the road past witbank and through the Middelburg toll gate ( approximately half way to Old Joe's kaia).

Still on the N4, continue past Belfast and machadodorp until you reach thr Machado toll plaza.

Approx 1 km after this toll plaza, the N4 splits .keep to the left and follow the sign that reads N4 via Schoemanskloof. R36 Lydenburg.(note that Old maps show this road as the R539)Take the odometer reading in your car at this point.

now continue on the N4 Schoemanskloof road for 40km (enjoy the scenery!). (do not take the R36 Lydenburg turn off approx 16km from the N4 split.)

42km from the N4 split you will encouinter the Old Joe's kaia road sign. The lodge lies on the lefthand side of the road

Nelspruit to Old Joe's kaia Guesthouse

Exit Nelspruit on the western side on the N4 to Johannesburg.

after approx 30 km, just past the large bridge over the Crocodile River, The N4 splits into two.

Follow the road that turns off to the right - N4 Schoemans kloof.

Follow this road for approximately 26 km. Old Joe's kaia is situated on the right hand side of the road
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Contact Details

Contact Person Paul-Marian
Telephone Number +27 (0)13 733 3045
Fax Number +27 (0)86 518 1778
Cellphone Number 083 229 3751
Website Visit our website

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Additional Info

TGCSA Rating not rated
Breakfast R75pp - fruit juice & fruit compote & hot a la carte selection
Lunch Full a la carte menu - priced per item
Dinner R130pp - 4 course set menu

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