The Maphelephele Cottage is situated on a ridge on the eastern side of the reserve, overlooking the Siphiso Valley, away from the other facilities, offering the opportunity of a tranquil wilderness experience.

The Cottage has been upgraded to sleep eight, with two upper (baboon-proofed) sleeping porches with a double bed on each, in addition to the two rooms inside, with two twin beds in each. The cottage includes full bath, sitting room with fireplace, braai area, gas hot water, oven/stove and refrigerator. No electricity. Kitchen utensils, bedding and towels supplied. There is also a braai area set on one side of the lawn in front of the cottage.