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 Vacation home in Nkomazi with kitchen and patio ## 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) ![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) ![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) - 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 - 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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. 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