La Retraite
La Retraite is a self-catering fishing lodge on the Vaal River near Parys. Three log cabins sit on an open river bank. The stretch holds big carp, barbel, mudfish, and yellowfish.

Free State, Parys, Vaal River
Kayanzee Lodge is a self-catering guest lodge on the Vaal River near Parys. Four en-suite rooms share a kitchen and lapa beside a swimming pool on a fenced estate with game.
The lodge sits on a quiet stretch of the Vaal River. Carp, barbel, mudfish, and yellowfish are common here. Bank fishing is available for staying guests from the grassy river frontage. Papgooi works well from the open bank. Confirm the rules with the venue before you fish.
Kayanzee Lodge has four themed self-catering rooms. Each room has a private en-suite bathroom and its own front door opening onto the pool and lapa area. The shared kitchen and lounge have DSTV. A swimming pool and braai facilities sit under large trees on the lawn. The lodge is on a fenced estate with zebra, wildebeest, and impala. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out by 10:00. Weekend bookings need at least six guests or three rooms for two nights. Long weekends need three nights. Weekday stays have no minimum group size. Room rates are not published on the lodge website. Confirm the price with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 9 September 2026.
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Check-in 14:00 to 19:00. Check-out 10:00.
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La Retraite
La Retraite is a self-catering fishing lodge on the Vaal River near Parys. Three log cabins sit on an open river bank. The stretch holds big carp, barbel, mudfish, and yellowfish.