Relaxation
Pool deck
Each residence has a private pool and deck for downtime between sessions, keeping your team on site all weekend.
Corporate events
Executive retreats on the Vaal River
Move your team out of the city to a distraction free Vaal River estate. Private meeting lounges, riverside break out spaces, on site accommodation and flexible catering for executive retreats and corporate offsites.
About the venue
Maxwell Stay gives leadership teams and HR planners a private Vaal venue where work and relaxation happen on the same property. Board meetings, strategy workshops and team building days benefit from quiet riverside surroundings, multiple indoor lounges and generous outdoor lawns, without competing with public hotel traffic.
Spaces
Meeting, break out and riverside sessions
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Retreat
Riverside offsite
A private four hectare estate away from office distractions, with room for plenary sessions and informal team time.
Meetings
Break out lounge
Indoor lounges and bars across The Villa, Lodge and Farm House for workshops, break outs and executive sessions.
Outdoor
Riverside terrace
Open air sessions and networking on the terrace, with the Vaal River and Waterberg style views as your backdrop.
The Lodge
Executive lounge
Intimate leadership gatherings in The Lodge lounge and bar, suited to smaller executive teams and board sessions.
Team building
Estate lawns
Generous lawns for team building, outdoor break outs and informal networking between structured sessions.
Relaxation
Pool deck
Each residence has a private pool and deck for downtime between sessions, keeping your team on site all weekend.
Team accommodation
Lodging for your offsite
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Accommodation
The Villa
Up to 16 guests · 8 bedrooms · 8 bathrooms
8 double bedrooms (6 en-suite, 2 additional bedrooms with 2 additional bathrooms). Indoor entertainment with pool table and bar, outdoor braai, private pool and river views.
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Accommodation
The Lodge
Up to 12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms
6 double bedrooms (1 en-suite, 5 additional bedrooms with 3 additional bathrooms). Indoor bar and lounge, outdoor braai, private pool and river views.
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Accommodation
The Farm House
Up to 12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms
4 double bedrooms (3 en-suite, 1 additional double room, 2 loft rooms with double bed and two singles). Indoor bar, outdoor braai, private pool and river views.
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Exclusive use
Full estate corporate hire
- Exclusive estate hire
- Meeting lounges and bars
- Riverside break out terraces
- On site team accommodation
- Catering on request
- One hour from Johannesburg
Take the entire Maxwell Stay estate for leadership retreats, company offsites and multi-day programmes. Combine meeting lounges, break out lawns and on-site lodging across The Villa, Lodge and Farm House without leaving the property.
Enquire about corporate hire
Vaal corporate venue
A private estate built for focused offsites
Book The Villa, Lodge or Farm House individually for smaller executive groups, or take the entire estate for company wide retreats. Each residence includes kitchens, bars, pools and entertainment areas suited to plenary sessions, break outs and informal networking.
One hour from Johannesburg
Located roughly one hour from Johannesburg, Maxwell Stay is a practical choice for Gauteng based companies seeking a premium offsite that still feels like a genuine escape. Our reservations team responds within one business day with availability and a tailored proposal.
How it works
Booking your corporate offsite
- Step 1
Tell us your dates and agenda
Use our corporate enquiry form with headcount, preferred dates and whether you need meeting space, accommodation or full estate hire.
- Step 2
We propose a layout that fits your programme
We recommend residences, break out areas and catering based on your schedule, from single day workshops to multi night leadership retreats.
- Step 3
Confirm and arrive focused
Once confirmed, your team enjoys exclusive use spaces on the Vaal with on site lodging so evenings continue productively without extra travel.
Corporate offsites
Built for productive teams
Share dates, headcount and agenda. We respond with availability and a tailored proposal within one business day.
- Private riverside setting away from office distractions
- Accommodation across Villa, Lodge and Farm House
- Flexible indoor lounges and outdoor break out areas
- Team building on lawns and riverfront terraces
- Catering, full board and chef options on request
- One hour from Johannesburg, easy for Gauteng teams
Contact our events team on +27 82 774 3912 or bookings@maxwellstay.co.za.
Enquire about your offsite
Tell us your dates, team size and programme. We confirm availability and send a proposal by email.
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Rates
Indicative pricing
Indicative rates for direct bookings. Final pricing depends on dates, length of stay and catering. Our team confirms your quote by email within one business day.
| Residence | From | Sleeps | Min nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villa | From R 12,500 per night | 16 | 2 |
| The Lodge | From R 8,500 per night | 12 | 2 |
| The Farm House | From R 9,500 per night | 12 | 2 |
| Entire estate | Enquire for exclusive use quote | 40 | 2 |
Notes: The Villa: Ideal for large families, wedding parties and celebration weekends. · The Lodge: Intimate lodge for families and executive teams. · The Farm House: Generous lawns and boma for gatherings. · Entire estate: Weddings, corporate retreats and multi residence celebrations.
Reviews
Teams on the Vaal
Corporate and family groups who booked direct at Maxwell Stay.
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Corporate FAQ
Questions about Vaal corporate events
- Is Maxwell Stay suitable for executive retreats near Johannesburg?
- Yes. The estate is about one hour from Johannesburg with private residences, pools and meeting friendly lounges, ideal for leadership teams that need confidentiality and focus.
- Can we book meeting space without overnight accommodation?
- Day programmes are possible depending on dates. Share your requirements in the enquiry form and we will confirm options for your team size.
- Do you provide catering for corporate groups?
- Self catering facilities are standard. Full board, half board and chef led meals can be arranged for corporate retreats when requested at booking.
See also our booking FAQ and contact page.