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Riverside retreat in Vaaloewer offering peaceful Vaal River living and easy access to Parys and Johannesburg; established lodge with restaurant, multiple guest units, boat launching, jetties and pool.
Vaaloewer is a peaceful riverside village situated along the banks of the Vaal River, offering a relaxed country atmosphere within comfortable reach of Vanderbijlpark, Parys, Potchefstroom and Johannesburg. Known for its natural beauty, river access, fishing, boating, birdlife and scenic surroundings, the area remains a popular destination for weekend visitors, outdoor enthusiasts and guests seeking a tranquil escape from city life.
This remarkable hospitality property presents an outstanding opportunity to acquire an established accommodation and private function venue in one of Vaaloewer’s most scenic riverfront settings. Positioned on a generous 7,045m2 stand, the property offers a wide range of facilities, including accommodation, restaurant and bar areas, boat launching, slipway for launching (including five boat permits), fishing, communal entertainment spaces and beautiful views over the Vaal River.
The accommodation component is substantial and versatile, catering to couples, families, groups and private function guests. The property comprises five duplex units, with one six-sleeper unit and four four-sleeper units, together with two thatch buildings, three tree-log cabins, two six-sleeper units with bathrooms and showers, and a two-sleeper flat situated within the restaurant and bar building. The layout allows for flexible guest arrangements and creates excellent potential for ongoing hospitality income. The main hospitality facilities include a restaurant, licensed indoor and outdoor bar areas, a thatched pub, take-away facilities, office space, kitchen, laundry, public restrooms and staff accommodation.
A beer garden, fireplace, communal braai areas and swimming pool further enhance the leisure appeal of the property, while the separate lapa near the river, complete with its own bar, provides an ideal setting for private functions, events and relaxed riverside entertainment.
The riverfront offering is one of the property’s strongest features. Guests can enjoy a spacious waterfront area, boat launching facilities, jetties, five boathouse rentals and excellent access for fishing, boating, rowing, kayaking and sunset cruises. The wide river frontage, peaceful surroundings and elevated entertainment areas create a memorable setting with beautiful sunrise and sunset views across the water.
Additional improvements include manager’s accommodation, three staff quarters, carport facilities, two diesel generators, water storage tanks and fibre connectivity. These practical features support the continued operation of the property as a guest lodge, private venue, restaurant, bar and leisure destination. With its prime riverfront position, extensive facilities and multiple income-generating components, this property offers rare versatility for investors, hospitality operators or lifestyle buyers looking to establish or expand a destination venue on the Vaal River.
A truly unique opportunity to own a well-positioned hospitality property in a peaceful and highly appealing riverside village.
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Listed for sale at R5,300,000
Price reduced by 0.9% to R5,250,000
Vaaloewer is a tranquil, nature-focused riverside community that offers residents a peaceful escape from urban life while maintaining proximity to the essential amenities of Vanderbijlpark.