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Mackaya Bella Country Lodge

Champagne Valley

Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi. At the guest house, some units are fitted with a kettle and wine or champagne.

À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and cheese are available each morning at the guest house. Guests are welcome to unwind in the in-house bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available. Our stay at Mackaya Bella was sensational. Our family of five had the whole lodge to ourselves as we booked out three huts making the experience feel luxurious and intimate. Patrick and Lynn were the sweetest hosts who catered to our every need. Patrick was kind enough to act as a tour guide going above and beyond to walk us to the phenomenal Bushman cave paintings and stunning freshwater pool along the river. This hike was located on their property so there was no need to drive all the way out to see the nature (although leaving the property to explore was not a problem either). They also allowed us to spend time with their beautiful dogs Bella and Little Bear which helped us with the separation from our own beloved pets. We felt very safe. The nature reserve around the lodge was stunning. At your doorstep is a view of the Drakensberg mountains and surrounding wildlife - the perfect backdrop. Plenty of wild animals roam the property and you can see the trails they leave behind. Right near the lodge is a small waterfall that flows almost all year round. The water in this area is as pure as pure can be. Our rooms were very cosy and comfortable. There were very little mosquitoes when we were there considering the fresh water was constantly flowing on the property. There was a fireplace inside the main lodge as well as outside with the mountain views that allowed us to enjoy each space in the evening (even with loadshedding). Lynn and Patrick accommodated our dietary requests (vegetarian and vegan) giving us wonderful breakfast options where other places would be lacking. We visited Champaigne Castle Hotel out of curiosity. Albeit very nice, we were extremely happy that we chose Mackaya Bella instead. We felt so at home at this wonderful lodge and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to visit the Drakensberg area. We hope that Patrick and Lynn will see many more guests this year as they could not be more deserving.

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9.4
Superb
136 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

The Goodland Cottages

Champagne Valley

Located near Winterton in the Champagne Valley, The Goodland Cottages have barbecue facilities and a garden, as well as free WiFi.

The individually decorated, two-bedroom cottages feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully-equipped kitchen and a patio with mountain views. Each bedroom has an en suite bathroom. First of all, I love the place, it’s so quiet, this bees I love everything about it.

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9.2
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

Glen Ormond Country House

Rosetta

Located in Rosetta, 43 km from Hilton, Glen Ormond Country House boasts an outdoor pool and views of the mountain.

Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. Enjoy a cup of tea from your balcony or patio. Rooms come with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Beautiful location very warm host and very well equipped accommodation.

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9.5
Exceptional
322 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

Graceland Self-Catering Cottages

Winterton

The guest house provides guests with a balcony, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and free toiletries. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Excellent accomodation, comfortable and awsome host Megan , went out of their way to make it an enjoyable stay.

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9
Superb
110 reviews
Price from
£133
per night

Berghouse and Cottages

Langkloof

Berghouse and Cottages is situated in a rural setting, high up in the Northern Drakensberg Hills, 30 km from Bergville.

Free WiFi is available in each cottage.

The cottages offer views of the Drakensberg mountains, a decor style of their own, a patio with a garden, tea-and-coffee-making facilities, and a log fireplace. The view, the staff, the food, the warm welcome from Chantal and Vaughn.

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9.3
Superb
546 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

Milestone Farm House

Balgowan

The units at the guest house come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The units have a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a terrace and some have garden views. All units feature a wardrobe. A very hearty breakfast-great selection and very tasty

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9.1
Superb
32 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Hydrangea Guest House

Nottingham Road

Situated just 18 km from Bosch Hoek Golf Club, Hydrangea Guest House provides accommodation in Nottingham Road with access to a garden, a tennis court, as well as bicycle parking. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 15 km from Fort Nottingham Museum. Every room has its own bathroom. The house is very comfortable and effort had been made to put out flowers for our arrival. The garden is huge and beautiful!

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9.8
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
£395
per night

Pleasant Places By Sanaandi

Lidgetton

Certain units in the guest house have private entrance and are equipped with desk and wardrobe. With a private bathroom, units at the guest house also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. Excellent location with beautiful surroundings. Love the presence of trees and the river.

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9.4
Superb
46 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

Cwebile Guesthouse

Winterton

Set just 24 km from Monks Cowl Country Club, Cwebile Guesthouse provides accommodation in Winterton with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as full-day security. The property has lake and garden views, and is 14 km from Winterton Museum. The apartment offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The communication with the host Anika und her father Johan was perfect from the beginning. Within our arrival to the gate of the Private Reserve Johan was there to open for us. It was a bit like a scene from Jurassic Park movie (minus the Dinos): we drove through the gate and before our eyes opened a landscape with rolling green meadows, interspersed with large acacia and Mopane trees, teeming with free roaming wildlife such as Impala, Kudu, Eland, Zebra, Warthog, Bushbuck, even Giraffes and countless bird species. We were speechless. The room we booked turned out to be an entire 2 story house with full fledged kitchen, several bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a large living room and a very nice patio with sun lounges. Wildlife visits the terrace frequently and it is very safe to watch them. During a game drive the first day we got stuck with our car! Anika and Johan answered our call for assistance and Willy provided instant help pulling us out using his Landrover working horse. Willy invited us for a game drive the next day and shared his vast knowledge about the hidden gems of the Reserve. As a surprise he stopped at a little river and cooked a typical South African Braai (barbeque) with Ribeye steak and incredibly flavored "boerwoers". Breakfast is freshly prepared every morning a few miles down the road at their restaurant "The Farmers Fork" and leaves nothing to wish for.

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9.3
Superb
50 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

Ondini Guest House

Winterton

Located just 8.2 km from Monks Cowl Country Club, Ondini Guest House features accommodation in Winterton with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. Featuring free private parking, the lodge is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as cycling and tennis. Excellent Host and accommodation in a beautiful area. The location is perfect, a little off for a very peaceful atmosphere. The house is huge and offers everything necessary for a great stay.

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9.7
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£192
per night

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