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- Property TypeResort
- Guests38
- Rooms/Units9
- Minimum Stay2-3 Nights
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Berghouse and Cottages is a highly recommended B&B with self catering option, providing accommodation in Northern Drakensberg for anyone visiting the Drakensberg region.
About Berghouse and Cottages
Berghouse and Cottages offers Drakensberg accommodation, high up in the Northern Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa. With unique panoramic views and its ideal location halfway between Johannesburg and Durban, this is the best-kept secret in the Drakensberg.
We invite you to visit us so that you too may enjoy these spectacular mountain vistas and the laid-back atmosphere offered.
Accommodation
Berghouse and Cottages units are equipped with kitchens or kitchenettes, open plan and fully electrified, most are fully equipped and some are semi equipped.
Log fireplaces can be found in each cottage with wood provided at a small fee.The cottages are comfortable and are an ideal place for a peaceful break where you can sit on the patio and admire the views.
Please see the individual cottage descriptions with photographs below, to assist you with your choice.
Dining
A bed and breakfast option is available alternatively half board is available, however, notice of the catered option is required in advance. All meals are delivered with a smile to your cottage, try this option and be surprised by our chef's style of country fare.
Experience
Activities you can indulge in at the Berghouse include hiking, horse riding, fishing, four-wheel drive routes, mountain bike trails, bird watching, river swim, tube, and canoe; paraglide and hang-glide take off site is available (equipment not supplied).
Experience a mountain atmosphere with breathtaking views, described as the "IMAX Views" of the Drakensberg. View the Tugela Falls, the second highest waterfall in the world.
An abundance of wildlife occurs at the Berghouse Cottages, including various species of antelope such as the Drakensberg Eland, Mountain Reedbuck, Grey Rhebuck, Bush Buck as well as the Grey duiker. Other wild animals to look out for are Porcupine, Grey Mongoose, Gennet, Serval Cat, African Wild Cat, Lynx and the ever elusive Leopard. Bird life is also in abundance. Wildflowers are a sight to behold, the best time of the year to view flowers is from mid-October to March.
Miniature horses recently staked their claim on the property, much amusement can be experienced watching them as they run around with their tales in the air.
Features you'll appreciate
- swimming
pool - wifi
- parking
- kitchen
- kitchenette
- braai / bbq
- room service
In Room / Unit
- Additional bed / mattress
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom (separate)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Children: cot, highchair, etc.
- Cleaning materials supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Kitchen (fully equipped)
- Kitchenette (semi-equipped)
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
On Site
- Child friendly (all ages)
- Garden(s)
- Housekeeping (periodic)
- Parking (off street)
- Reception (business hours)
- Smoking: none indoors
- Swimming pool
Loadshedding Facilities
What is loadshedding? It refers to the temporary suspension of electricity provided by Eskom, South Africa's electricity provider, to reduce consumption and thereby the load on the national grid. To compensate, South African property owners are turning to solar power, inverters with backup batteries or in some cases generators to keep the power on, wherever feasible.
- WiFi stays on
- Gas cooker (stove)
Food & Drink
- Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
- Room service
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Rooms & Rates
Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.
The Old Barn- Cottage 1
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 8 guests (max 8 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
The Old Barn- Cottage 1 is a comfortable four bedroom cottage. Three bedrooms are furnished with double beds and the fourth room has twin beds. There are two bathrooms, one with a shower and the other with a bath. The cottage has an open plan lounge and kitchen area, with a log fireplace. The fully equipped kitchen has a double door fridge, gas stove, microwave, crockery and cutlery. Outside there is a patio with an under covered braai and spectacular Drakensberg mountain views.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Thunzi - Cottage 2
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Thunzi Cottage is a thatched cottage sleeping four guests in two bedrooms. The main room has a King-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a bath and the second room has twin beds and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. There is a semi equipped kitchenette and an open plan lounge and dining room with a log fireplace to make the room cozy. Outside there is a lapa with an undercover braai next to the cottage and beautiful Mountain views.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Thokomala - Cottage 3
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 10 guests (max 10 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Thokomala Cottage sleeps up to ten guests in five bedrooms. Two rooms have Queen-size beds, two have twin beds and the family room upstairs has a double bed and two single beds. The two bathrooms each have a shower. There is a large open plan lounge with a log fireplace and fully equipped kitchen area. World class mountain views can be admired from the cottage. There is a furnished patio for your comfort and the lapa has braai facilities.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Thula - Cottage 4
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
This spacious open plan cottage sleeps two guests. The bedroom has a King-size bed and the en-suite bathroom has a shower. There is a log fireplace in the lounge and the kitchenette is only equipped with a microwave, fridge, toaster, and kettle, offering half-board only (no self-catering facility). Drakensberg mountain views from the windows of the cottage. Outside there is a patio area.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Thandanani - Cottage 5
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
Thandanani Cottage is a privately situated open plan designed cottage that sleeps two guests in a bedroom furnished with a log fireplace, a Queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The semi self-contained kitchenette has a microwave, toaster, kettle and fridge. There is no stove. Outside there is a patio with braai facilities.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Thokozela - Suite 6
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
Thokozela Suite sleeps two guests. The suite is furnished with a Queen-size bed and the bathroom is equipped with a shower, hand basin and WC. It has a kitchenette with a fridge, toaster, kettle and microwave. There are undercover braai facilities.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Phinda Suite
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
Phinda Suite is a spacious single bedroom cottage sleeping two guests in a King-size bed. There is an en-suite bathroom with a corner bath. The cottage has a kitchenette with no stove. There is a large patio with undercover braai / barbeque facilities and spectacular mountain views.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Phezulu - Cottage 8
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
Phezulu Cottage is a privately situated thatched cottage with a romantic atmosphere. The cottage has a bedroom with a King-size bed, a jet master fireplace and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Outstanding mountains views from the windows of this cottage. The kitchenette is semi equipped and includes a microwave, fridge, toaster and kettle. There is a built-in braai/barbeque on the patio. Don't be surprised to see antelope and rabbits grazing around the cottage.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Thula - Cottage 9
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type
This spacious open plan cottage sleeps two guests. The bedroom has a King-size bed and the en-suite bathroom has a shower. There is a log fireplace in the lounge and the kitchenette is only equipped with a microwave, fridge, toaster, and kettle, offering half-board only (no self-catering facility). Drakensberg mountain views from the windows of the cottage. Outside there is a patio area.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Cottage 10
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: not allowed in this room type
Cottage 10, is a deluxe cottage furnished with a King bed and mountain views. The bathroom is fitted with a double shower and a slipper bath. There is a Nespresso machine,kettle, fridge and gas stove. The patio has a braai.
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Take the Tour
Guest Reviews
13 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.
Verified review
The sweeping view of the Drakensberg Mountains will render you speechless!! The staff, from the owner (Vaughn), front desk, ladies that so graciously cleaned our bungalow and delivered breakfast were first class. During a month long stay in various parts of South Africa, Berghouse was by far the most memorable!
October 2024
David H. (Naalehu, Hawaii, USA)
Verified review
Berghouse and Cottages is a tranquil and beautiful spot. The cottage we stayed in was really cosy and comfortable with eveything we needed. The breakfast was brought to the cottage in the morning and was gorgeously presented and delicious. We enjoyed several walks and a horse ride on the property and Royal Natal is close enough for longer hikes. We found the owners and staff polite and engaging. No review would be complete without a mention of the silently munching Shetland ponies who can't fail to raise a smile or a chuckle.
June 2023
SUE R. (Johannesburg)
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Need to Know
Response timeBerghouse and Cottages typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.
Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome. A cot can be provided on request.
Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00
Arrangements should be made prior to your arrival for early check-in. Late check-out times should be arranged the day before.
Payment methods accepted by the property Mastercard, Visa, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com
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