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All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including an oven, a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. A patio with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in every unit. At the chalet complex, each unit includes a private bathroom and bed linen. We stayed at Protea Cottage, which is well-equipped and comfortable. It's located at the end of the R600, near the entrance to Monk's Cowl area of the Drakensberg. You can access many nice trails directly from the cottage. The view from the porch is glorious, especially at sunset. Cathkin Park is a great location, and we easily filled our 6 days there. We went ziplining, hiking, swimming in the streams, horseback riding at uShaka, and saw the Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey show. We unfortunately missed whitewater rafting and the Boys Choir show. Leslie communicated thoroughly ahead of time about check-in and other details so there were no surprises. We also loved that it was off the grid, but with the solar panels, who noticed? The kitchen had all the necessary items, including a camp toaster and a French press for coffee. Lindsey and Brett don't live on site, but they stopped by a couple of times, and they were friendly and helpful. Their caretakers were there daily and kept everything in good order.

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9.3
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

Kukummi Lodge - formerly Mackaya Bella Country Lodge features a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 7.3 km of Monks Cowl Country Club and 32 km of Winterton Museum. The property features mountain and garden views, and is 48 km from Spioenkop Nature Reserve. The property offers a shuttle service and features a garden and picnic area. Everything was fantastic: the food, activities, hosts, accommodations, and environment... Ryan and Danny were awesome and very knowledgable hosts and the cooking staff were very talented and friendly. The hiking was unparalleled and the view from our rondavel was breath-taking. We had no reason to leave and immersed ourselves in the experience for several days of hiking, swimming and relaxing. If you enjoy hiking and aspire to hike the Central Drakensberg mountains, this is THE place to stay.

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9.6
Exceptional
111 reviews
Price from
US$172
per night

Boasting mountain views, The Cottage on the Corner offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 600 metres from Himeville Museum. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 2 km from Himeville Nature Reserve. The attention to detail was exceptional. I wanted for nothing.

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9
Superb
106 reviews
Price from
US$50
per night

Set in the heart of the Northern Drakensberg, Cavern Resort & Spa provides family-friendly accommodation located 65 km from Harrismith and 48 km from Bergville. This historic property is over 75 years old. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. What a perfect vacation. The other guests were friendly and the whole atmosphere is like a family. Would 100% go back and bring friends and family.

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9.2
Superb
601 reviews
Price from
US$177
per night

Situated in Nottingham Road and only 21 km from Fort Nottingham Museum, Springvale Farm features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. What a lovely cottage. Interior was gorgeous, everything we needed and incredibly comfortable. Garden was glorious and the kids loved the hot tub. Farm shop and veggie garden an added bonus!

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9.5
Exceptional
201 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

Boasting a garden and views of lake, Newstead Farm - Country Cottages is a recently renovated homestay situated in Curryʼs Post, 4.9 km from Bosch Hoek Golf Club. This property offers access to a terrace, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The rooms come with a patio with garden views. Best Rusks and WiFi in the Farm We stayed in Paddock cottage with my 13 and 14 year old and they enjoyed it 💯%. It's spacious and their WiFi is fast . We had Ms Winnie welcome us and she is friendly and our cottage was spotlessly clean. It's was easy to find ,we drove from Durban. Our cottage was intimate and very cozy....... In the morning we had the lovely horses at our backyard,REFRESHING AND REFUELS THE MIND👏🏿 THESE WERE OUR HIGHLIGHTS #We had all amenities, including an umbrella #simple and spacious enough to be comfortable #bathtub clean ,spacious and had enough hot water ❤️❤️❤️coffee and rusks my son said its the best 💚💚milk in the fridge,you saved our morning,thanks # Door separing the kitchen and bedroom,it gives you privacy and added storage #the wardrobe is spacious and we had enough hangers. We had enough blankets some were warm. The night and early morning was chilly......

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9.6
Exceptional
185 reviews
Price from
US$88
per night

Located in Mooiriver, Hartford House provides 5-star hotel accommodation with valley views of the Drakensberg. Nestled on a historic stud farm in the countryside, the estate has a chapel and conference venue. Food was amazing Tasteful Catered appropriately for Halall meals Chef understood our dietary requirements

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9.3
Superb
495 reviews
Price from
US$287
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, The Bunker is located in Champagne Valley, 30 km from Winterton Museum and 45 km from Spioenkop Nature Reserve. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.9 km from Monks Cowl Country Club. Super convenient location and incredibly private. Wonderful views of the mountains. Unit is exceptionally spacious and excellent value for the money. We are already recommending The Bunker to our friends for any trips they may be considering to Drakensberg. Jo is very thoughtful and communication was excellent in all respects. Would book again without hesitation.

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9
Superb
125 reviews
Price from
US$58
per night

Set 10 km from Bosch Hoek Golf Club and 18 km from Howick Museum, Far Away Place features free WiFi and units fitted with a kitchen, terrace and seating area. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. Guests can make use of the outdoor fireplace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden. We had an amazing stay. The view is absolutely stunning.

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9.4
Superb
136 reviews
Price from
US$135
per night

Boasting mountain views, Thyme Out Weltevreden Farm features accommodation with balcony, around 13 km from Bosch Hoek Golf Club. Featuring full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Beautiful setting, amazing gardens, views for days

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9.2
Superb
279 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

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