Title: The Cottage @ Gecko Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Cottage @ Gecko Holiday home in Nkomazi with kitchen and patio ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/1a8b044d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/f5bb802a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/e3efef35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/ae525c73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/4eff863f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Cottage @ Gecko, a 2-bedroom haven near the Kruger National Park. Unwind by your private pool or on the covered terrace with seating area, and enjoy home-cooked meals from the fully-equipped kitchen. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Parking available - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Cottage @ Gecko A perfect clean and comfortable home base for visiting the area and spending days visiting the Kruger National Park. The Cottage @ Gecko is a 2 Bed, 2 Bath air-conditioned cottage with a private swimming pool, seating area, covered terrace and a fully-equipped kitchen which includes a Gas stove and Oven, Coffee machine, Microwave, toaster, Kettle, Fridge/Freezer and Dishwasher. Multimedia TV with internet access and various board games. Serviced 3 times a week (Monday, Wednesday & Friday). Additional housekeeping service on demand at an additional cost. Separate Laundry for guests use. Situated perfectly centred between the Crocodile Bridge and Malelane Gate entrances of the Kruger Park. 20 Mins drive to either the Eswatini (Swaziland) or Mozambique borders. All Gas and Solar installations are to Code. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Golf ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) - Water dispenser - Water-efficient showers ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34662500/34662477/85d4b4b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Umvangazi Rest – Relax under the African Kiaat tree in the bushveld Marloth Park - Pool - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=34662477&PinnedHotelID=34662477&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65400000/65393000/65392927/059ac064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lahlekile Nathi log cabin in Marloth Park Marloth Park - Pool - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=65392927&PinnedHotelID=65392927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70070000/70067500/70067471/31c1e969.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kruger Kumba - Mugwenzi Marloth Park - Pool - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=70067471&PinnedHotelID=70067471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marloth Kruger little Manor | Pool | Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15480000/15476100/15476058/dfd51e96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marloth Kruger Bush Villa Nkomazi - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=15476058&PinnedHotelID=15476058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118420000/118411400/118411368/8568821f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-bedroom villa in lovely Marloth Park with WiFi, AC Marloth Park - Pool - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave £86 includes taxes & fees 28 Oct - 29 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=118411368&PinnedHotelID=118411368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76990000/76982300/76982246/d5a6e11a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Immaculate 2-Bed Cottage in Marloth Park Marloth Park - Pool - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=76982246&PinnedHotelID=76982246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114748400/114748308/d3b4642d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bush Baby Retreat Marloth Park - Pool - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=114748308&PinnedHotelID=114748308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14794600/14794507/350c6bb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jabula Lodge Nkomazi - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £113 includes taxes & fees 18 Oct - 19 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=14794507&PinnedHotelID=14794507&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63910000/63904200/63904161/fb613d79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kruger Shiringa holiday Home, with three unique en-suite separate chalet. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Nkomazi is home to this holiday home. Kruger National Park and Ligwalagwala Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marloth Park Adventures Go-Karts and Bushveld Atlantis Water Park. [Visit our Emjejane travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hectorspruit.dx6143700) [View more Holiday homes in Emjejane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hectorspruit-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6143700-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-25.440264,31.679136&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:p%7CfzCsij%60E%3FO%3FQ%3FQ%40O%3FQ%40Q%40O%40Q%40OBQ%40QBO%40QBOBOBQBODOBQDODODODODODODOFODMFOFMFOFMFOHMFMHMFMHMHMHMHKHMHKJKHKJMJKJIHKJKJILKJIJIJILIJILILGLIJGLGLGLGLGLENGLELENELELENELCNCNELCNCLANCNANANCLAN%3FNANAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%3FN%40NBN%40L%40NBN%40LBNBNDLBNBLDNDLDLDNDLDLFLDLFLFLFLFLFLHLFJHLHJHJHLHJHJJJHJJJHJJJJHLJJHJHJJLHJHLHLFLHLHLFLFLHNFLFNDLFNFLDNFNDNDNDNDNDNBNDNBPBNBNDP%40NBP%40NBP%40P%40N%40P%40N%40P%40P%3FN%40P%3FP%3FN%3FP%3FPAP%3FNAPANAPAPANAPCNAPCNAPENCPCNCNEPCNENENENENENGNELGNGNELGNGLILGNGLILILGLILIJILKJILIJKJIJKLKHKJKJKHKJKHMHKHKHMHKHMFMFMHMFMFMFMFMDMFMDODMDMDODMBODMBOBOBMBOBOBM%40O%40O%40OBO%3FM%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAO%3FMCOAOAOAOCMCOCMCOCOCMEOCMEMEOEMEMEOGMEMGMGMGMGKIMGMGMIKIMIKIKIKIMKKIKKIKKIKMKKIKKKIMIKIMIKIMIMGMIMGMIOGMGMGOGMGOEOGMEOEOEOEOEOEOEOCQEOCOCQCOCQAOCQAOCQAOAQAQAO%3FQAO%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ilK9lVRqjScbvB7eqQ9_FAX67ek=) Hectorspruit, MP ### What's nearby - Malelane Gate - 15 min drive - 14.5 miles - Leopard Creek Country Club - 19 min drive - 15.4 miles - Marloth Park Adventures Go-Karts - 19 min drive - 11.8 miles - Lionspruit Game Reserve - 21 min drive - 12.2 miles - Crocodile Bridge Gate - 32 min drive - 31.3 miles ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Cottage @ Gecko have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is The Cottage @ Gecko pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). ### Where is The Cottage @ Gecko located? > Situated in Nkomazi, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Ligwalagwala Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park and Marloth Park Adventures Go-Karts. Lion Park and Lionspruit Game Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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