Title: The Cottage @ Gecko - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109530154&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Cottage @ Gecko ## Photo gallery for The Cottage @ Gecko ![Pool - The Cottage @ Gecko (Hectorspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/1a8b044d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Cottage @ Gecko (Hectorspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/5034b0e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Cottage @ Gecko (Hectorspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/cbc015c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - The Cottage @ Gecko (Hectorspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/e3efef35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Cottage @ Gecko (Hectorspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109540000/109530200/109530154/e341de50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning ## 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 transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - 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 organized tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) - Water dispenser - Water-efficient showers ## Similar properties ![Marloth Kruger Bush Villa ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15480000/15476100/15476058/d4d1d45b.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.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=15476058&PinnedHotelID=15476058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14794600/14794507/f6b70777.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jabula Lodge Nkomazi - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $193 CA $223 total includes taxes & fees Mar 12 - Mar 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=14794507&PinnedHotelID=14794507&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152400/54152352/8a4c5f99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Umvangazi Rest - Enjoy a Relaxing, Rejuvenating and Peaceful Setting in the Bush Nkomazi - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=54152352&PinnedHotelID=54152352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26580000/26573200/26573120/bcac3eb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sadadu Nkomazi - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=26573120&PinnedHotelID=26573120&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103070000/103064200/103064168/8c95ee3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kruger Bush Retreat Nkomazi - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=103064168&PinnedHotelID=103064168&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303000/18302948/26dc1fb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beyond The Boma Boutique Guest Nkomazi - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=18302948&PinnedHotelID=18302948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121160000/121152400/121152317/f49aba60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### elephant memories safari lodge marloth park - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi CA $161 CA $161 total includes taxes & fees Mar 7 - Mar 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=121152317&PinnedHotelID=121152317&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76990000/76982300/76982246/62084a7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Locust Retreat in Marloth Park Marloth Park - Pool - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=76982246&PinnedHotelID=76982246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120140000/120138800/120138790/3cd6b8fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Hut, Rustic Marloth Cottage Near Kruger Gate, Ideal for Nature Lovers Marloth Park - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=120138790&PinnedHotelID=120138790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115300000/115290600/115290573/16c842d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Self Catering 2 Bedroom House Marloth Park - Pool - Air conditioning - Parking available - Toys/Games [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=115290573&PinnedHotelID=115290573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=109530154&PinnedHotelID=109530154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=109530154,15476058,14794507,54152352,26573120) ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Quiet times: 19:00 to 06:30 ### Pets Pets allowed Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets Note from host: Pets are welcome, please pick up after them. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: We love to hear the joy of children in the pool, ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated 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 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 vacation 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.ca/Hectorspruit.dx6143700) [View more Vacation homes in Emjejane](https://www.expedia.ca/Hectorspruit-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6143700-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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 - ![Kruger National Park featuring land animals, safari adventures and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060247/cedb7aec-7fe0-4e89-9165-186a62445fb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kruger National Park 13 min drive \- 23.4 km - Malelane Golf Club 12 min drive \- 21.5 km - Malelane Gate 13 min drive \- 23.4 km - Inkwazi Shopping Centre 14 min drive \- 24.5 km - Leopard Creek Country Club 18 min drive \- 24.8 km ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Cottage @ Gecko have a pool? ### Is The Cottage @ Gecko pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is The Cottage @ Gecko located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Cottage @ Gecko Reviews ## Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Cambalala Kruger Park Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Hazyview-Hotels-Cambalala-Kruger-Park-Lodge.h48302256.Hotel-Information) > - [Ashbourne Country Escape](https://www.expedia.ca/Hazyview-Hotels-Ashbourne-Country-Escape.h13291447.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Lucca](https://www.expedia.ca/Lucca-Hotels.d8481.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Kruger Park Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Hazyview-Hotels-Kruger-Park-Lodge.h1201749.Hotel-Information) > - [Kruger Park Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nkomazi-Hotels-Kruger-Park-Hostel.h91427855.Hotel-Information) > - [Kruger Park Lodge unit No. 524](https://www.expedia.ca/Hazyview-Hotels-Kruger-Park-Lodge-Unit-No-524.h34360944.Hotel-Information) > - [Boutique Hotels in Whistler](https://www.expedia.ca/Whistler-Hotels-Boutique-Hotel.0-0-d4115-tBoutiqueHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [AfriCamps at Mackers - Glamping](https://www.expedia.ca/Hazyview-Hotels-AfriCamps-At-Mackers-Glamping.h23698650.Hotel-Information) > - [The Stoep Cafe](https://www.expedia.ca/Komatipoort-Hotels-The-Stoep-Cafe.h16525100.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel247](https://www.expedia.ca/White-River-Hotels-HOTEL247.h65709560.Hotel-Information) > - [Golf Hotels in Laurentians](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Laurentians-Golf-Hotel.0-0-d6356545-tGolfHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > - [Spa Hotels in Ayutthaya](https://www.expedia.ca/Ayutthaya-Hotels-Spa-Hotel.0-0-d6051946-tSpaHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Belgrace](https://www.expedia.ca/White-River-Hotels-Belgrace-Boutique-Hotel.h9578846.Hotel-Information) > - [Imbube Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Marloth-Park-Hotels-Imbube-Safari-Lodge.h22954976.Hotel-Information) > - [Rhinos Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Marloth-Park-Hotels-Rhinos-Rest.h33380562.Hotel-Information) > - [Beach Hotel in Goderich](https://www.expedia.ca/Goderich-Hotels-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d181877-tBeachHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [The Trout](https://www.expedia.ca/Cockermouth-Hotels-The-Trout.h11899282.Hotel-Information) > - [Oliver's Restaurant & Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/White-River-Hotels-Olivers-Restaurant-Lodge.h3886653.Hotel-Information) > - [Summerfields Rose Retreat & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Hazyview-Hotels-Summerfields-Rose-Retreat-Spa.h10392261.Hotel-Information) > - [5 Star Hotels in Panama City](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-Panama-City-Hotels.s50-0-d2897.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Condo Rentals Indian Rocks Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Indian-Rocks-Beach-Condos.d8188-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Nkomazi Kruger Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Malelane-Hotels-Nkomazi-Kruger-Lodge.h21256828.Hotel-Information) ### Flights ### Packages ### General > - [Visit Champex-Lac](https://www.expedia.ca/Champex-Lac.dx177904)