Articles and local information by Stonecutters Lodge
March 17, 2020
Trout Fishing in two well-stocked dams The waters at Stonecutters Lodge near Dullstroom and Lydenburg are are fully managed. Coupled with a generous restocking programme, this ensures excellent rainbow trout fishing with accommodation onsite. Conveniently, all the accommodation is within an […]
April 21, 2020
Take up the challenge! Learn the fine art of fly-fishing on 2 well-stocked dams. Encourage your partner to join the fun! The package for 2 people includes fly-fishing lessons by an excellent local guide, plus equipment. Picnic next to the dams - we provide a delicious breakfast basket of goodies and drinks! Book this package directly for best prices.
February 2, 2023
Book Direct for discounts! 15% on a 1 night stay, 25% on a 2 night stay, 30% on a 3 night stay. Applicable to all of the accommodation options:
Trout House with 3 bedrooms en-suite sleeps 7 (for family or 3 couples)
Stone Cottage is ideal for a Romantic Getaway for 2 or for a family of 4
Cobbles studios are ideal for couples, (no children under 12)
March 17, 2020
Please note that Verloren Valei is a closed reserve. Entry is by appointment only. To book a visit, contact the Verloren Valei reserve office on 013 254 8800. A Mpumulanga Parks Board specialist reserve situated approx. 15km out of Dullstroom on […]
March 17, 2020
In the Mpumalanga Highlands trout is a regular feature on the menus of most of the local restaurants. Being a dish not often served in households around the country, many visitors to the area take the opportunity of ordering trout […]
May 21, 2020
Our rates are highly competitive and in addition we are offering 15% off all MIDWEEK conference and team building bookings. This applies to 24 hour packages with a minimum stay of 2 nights. Send us details and we will get back to you with a great offer, tailor made to your requirements
March 17, 2020
Voortrekker pioneers explored the Lydenburg area since the 1800’s and in 1845 under the leadership of Andries Pretorious, some 300 Voortrekker families settled in Ohrigstad and established the first Volksraad. A large number succumbed to malaria and in 1849 the […]
March 17, 2020
Lydenburg is the home of numerous Iron Age sites (500A.D.) particularly in the Gustav Klingbiel Nature Reserve, where stone-walled enclosures, engraved circles and pottery attest to these earlier inhabitants of this beautiful area. Most of this pottery is closely related to […]
March 17, 2020
Incredible Fly-Fishing in 3km of River or Dams The Stonecutters Lodge waters, two dams and 3 km of river, are fully managed and this, coupled with a generous restocking programme, ensures excellent fishing. Stonecutters Lodge is a member of FOSAF and abides by […]
March 17, 2020
Hiking in the nature reserves close to Stonecutters is a wonderful experience. The Gustav Klingbiel and Sterkspruit Reserves are close to Lydenburg These reserves lie adjacent to the Long Tom Pass which from its summit drops 1100m over 8kms in […]
March 16, 2020
Lydenburg is situated at the foothills of the famous Long Tom Pass and is surrounded by the Steenkampsbeerg and Mauchsberg mountain ranges which are the highest points in Mpumalanga. Besides being close to the many tourist attractions in the surrounding area, Lydenburg is today a […]
March 16, 2020
Bird watching at Stonecutters Lodge is most rewarding. Spot the Gurney’s Sugarbird flying amongst the protea bushes or the Buffstreaked Chat boulder hopping. The river banks are home to a variety of Kingfishers and in Spring the reeds in the […]
March 17, 2020
The Gustav Klingbiel Nature Reserve is situated on the eastern side of Lydenburg along the scenic Long Tom Pass to Sabie and is one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in the world. One of the main attractions in Gustav […]
March 16, 2020
There are many national parks and reserves throughout South Africa but it is the smaller lesser known ones that often offer the visitor something over and above the “Big Five”. Special wild flowers or birds, areas to hike, walk, mountain […]
March 16, 2020
Lydenburg Mountain Biking The Gustav Klingbiel and Sterkspruit Reserves are close to Lydenburg. These reserves lie close to the Long Tom Pass which from its summit and drops 1100m over 8kms in dramatic curves- this sets the scenery for mountain bikers […]
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