Tucked away in the heart of Muldersdrift, Hakunamatata Country Estate is a rustic country retreat where nature, comfort, and relaxation come together effortlessly. Surrounded by towering trees, abundant birdlife, and peaceful gardens, our estate offers a true escape from the rush of everyday life, yet remains conveniently close to key attractions.
We offer accommodation for up to 16 guests sharing in eight charming, free-standing suites, each thoughtfully designed to provide comfort, privacy, and scenic garden views. Whether you’re visiting for a romantic getaway, a weekend break, or a business stay, our cottages provide a calm and welcoming home away from home.
Relaxation is at the heart of the Hakunamatata experience. Our on-site relaxation spa features outdoor massage lapas, allowing guests to enjoy soothing treatments while immersed in the sounds and serenity of the garden- a truly unique and rejuvenating experience.
Food and leisure are equally well catered for at our on-site restaurant, Harvested Flavour, where delicious, thoughtfully prepared meals are served. Guests can unwind at the bar and terrace area, enjoy cosy picnic spots, or cool off in the outdoor swimming pool on warm summer days.
Perfectly positioned, Hakunamatata Country Estate is just 5.8 km from Cradlestone Mall, 18 km from the Cradle of Humankind, and 12 km from Lanseria International Airport, making it an ideal base for both leisure travellers and business guests.
Whether you’re seeking rest, nature, fine food, or gentle indulgence, Hakunamatata Country Estate invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and simply enjoy. Hakuna Matata, No Worries!
In-Room facilities: Suites: * Ceiling fan * Cleaning service * Dining table * Garden view * Non-smoking * Sitting area * TV * Wi-Fi * Bathroom amenities * Shower only * Towels * Bar fridge * Coffee/tea facilities * Patio * Outdoor furniture * Outdoor dining area. Premium Suites: * Air-conditioning * Cleaning service * Desk * Dining table * Heater * Non-smoking * Sitting area * TV * Wi-Fi * Bathroom amenities * Shower only * Bar fridge * Coffee/tea facilities * Kitchenette * Microwave * Toaster * Stove * Streaming services
This particularly pretty part of the world used to be real countryside, way outside of Johannesburg, for escapees of the city lifestyle. Whilst today the small farms and smallholdings still exist, Muldersdrift has now become something of a village, its borders literally melded with the outer suburbs around Northgate. Muldersdrift is a wonderful place to stay whilst in Johannesburg, particularly if your needs are to the north of the city. Your evenings are peaceful and tranquil, yet your access to Fourways, Sandton, Randburg and even Pretoria is easy, and Lanseria airport is a mere 15 minutes away. There is beauty in the grasslands and natural indigenous vegetation in Muldersdrift, which lies in the heart of the Kromdraai Valley, home to the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site.
Attractions:
* Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens
* Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve
* Bergsig Trout Farm
* Nirox Sculpture Park
* Hector Pieterson Memorial
* Silverstar Casino
Rooms and Units Available:
Family chalet
This cosy 2 bedroom chalet is ideal to accommodate a family of 4 or 2 couples. The benefit of this unit is that each bedroom has its private bathroom.
Sleeps 4 Adults
Premium Suite 14
Whether you're booking a romantic escape or travelling for business, this modern luxury unit has you covered. Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, a stylish kitchenette and dining space, a smart TV, and access to a beautiful communal patio.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Premium Suite 15
Whether you're booking a romantic escape or travelling for business, this modern luxury unit has you covered. Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, a stylish kitchenette and dining space, a smart TV, and access to a beautiful communal patio.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Studio 5
Spacious studio with fully contained kitchenette, private balcony and a lovely view over Hakunamatata's lush gardens.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Suite 10
This lovely unit with a private patio overlooking lush gardens includes a king bed and a shower-only bathroom. It features a sitting area with a TV, a dining table, tea and coffee-making facilities, as well as a bar fridge for convenience.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Suite 7
This lovely unit with a private patio overlooking lush gardens includes a king bed and a shower-only bathroom. It features a sitting area with a TV, a dining table, tea and coffee-making facilities, as well as a bar fridge for convenience.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Suite 8
This lovely unit with a private patio overlooking lush gardens includes a king bed and a shower-only bathroom. It features a sitting area with a TV, a dining table, tea and coffee-making facilities, as well as a bar fridge for convenience.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Suite 9
This lovely unit with a private patio overlooking lush gardens includes a king bed and a shower-only bathroom. It features a sitting area with a TV, a dining table, tea and coffee-making facilities, as well as a bar fridge for convenience.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Facilities & Services available:
Elderly Honeymoon Couples Laundry Service Limited Room Service
Bar on the Premises Restaurant Spa Parking (off-street - open)
Wi-Fi Outdoor Pool No Pets Allowed Nature
Business Travellers
Cancellation Policy:
If cancelling 7 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total. If cancelling 14 days before arrival, forfeit 75% of the booking total. If cancelling 21 days before arrival, forfeit 50% of the booking total. If cancelling 30 days before arrival, forfeit 25% of the booking total.
Terms and Conditions
* If any theft or damage is done on the property the guest will be held liable and payment will need to be made for the damages
*If you are booking and arriving on the same day and select EFT as your payment method please ensure that its an instant EFT
* Please note our check-in desk closes at 17h00. If you are unable to check in before then, please call us. * For Health spa packages and prices, please enquire with us. * Regretably, we do not accommodate children.
*The cardholder & ID/Passport must be present at check-in.
*The credit card used for the online payment must be present at check-in. All bookings include 15% VAT
* We reserve the right to not refund bank costs upon cancellation for credit card bookings, as the bank does not credit initial deduction costs.
Directions:
From O.R. Tambo International Airport:
1. Exit the Airport: Head toward Pick-Up Zone Rd (9 m), continue onto Drop-Off Zone Rd (350 m), and keep right onto To Parking Rd (140 m). Follow it as it becomes OR Tambo Parking (120 m) and keep left (110 m).
2. Hit the Freeway Link: Continue straight for 210 m, veer slightly right for 450 m, and follow Exit 46 for 1.0 km, following the signs for the R24/Johannesburg.
3. The Highway Run: Merge onto the R24 and drive for 8.1 km. Keep right to merge onto the N12/R24 split (1.0 km), then take exit 113 for the N3 South (400 m). Keep to the right two lanes to merge onto the N3 North toward Pretoria/N1 via the ramp (16.2 km).
4. Onto the Western Bypass: Continue straight as the road transitions onto the N1 Western Bypass (12.3 km).
5. The Randburg Off-Ramp: Take exit 90 for Malibongwe Drive toward Lanseria Airport (900 m). Use any lane to turn right onto Malibongwe Dr/R512 and follow it for 2.5 km.
6. Cutting Across the Suburbs: Turn left onto Olievenhout Ave (1.5 km), turn left onto Northumberland Ave (1.0 km), and then turn right onto Honeydew Rd West (1.3 km through two roundabouts).
7. Toward the Cradle Outskirts: Turn right onto Beyers Naudé Drive/M5 and follow it out for 4.7 km. Turn right onto Valley Rd (950 m) and then turn left onto Lake View Dr (1.1 km).
8. The Final Approach: Turn left onto the restricted-usage road (280 m), turn right (28 m), and take a final left turn.
9. 171 Lake View Drive in Muldersdrift will be just 26 meters ahead on your right-hand side.
