Essential Facilities: Old Balgowan Farm Cottage in Balgowan offers a garden and terrace. Guests can enjoy a picnic area, family rooms, bike hire, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available.
Comfortable Accommodation: The cottage features a private bathroom, kitchen, fireplace, and garden views. Outdoor furniture and dining areas enhance the stay. Ground-floor units provide easy access.
Local Attractions: Located 53 km from Pietermaritzburg Airport, the property is near Bosch Hoek Golf Club (10 km), Midmar Dam (24 km), and Howick Falls (28 km). Activities include fishing, canoeing, and hiking.
Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenient location, scenic views, and comfortable rooms.
“Fantastic, friendly and concerned hospitality from Vicki, who even let us know about imminent storms as we were en route.”
O'neil
South Africa
“The view from our cottage was amazing,
And it is so peaceful!”
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Danielle
South Africa
“Location was perfect and Vicky went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable as there was a power shortage after all the snow the previous week”
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Jenny
South Africa
“Old Balgowan Farm is in a beautiful and peaceful location. The cottages were very comfortable and well equipped and Constance was friendly and helpful. It was a special place for a family get together.”
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Susi
South Africa
“Lovely cottages conveniently situated with a gorgeous view and spacious ground to explore.”
Olga
South Africa
“The cottage is clean and the location is beautiful!”
Megan
South Africa
“Gorgeous grounds, peaceful, warm and comfy beds. Little touches re fire wood, snacks etc”
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Wendy
South Africa
“A home away from home. Staff are amazing. Cottage is well equipped and very comfortable”
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Daniel
South Africa
“Fantastic view. Lived the cows and bulls close to everything l needed. Warm and beautiful”
Surgeson
South Africa
“Beautiful location. Has everything you want and more”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Host Information
9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
In the heart of the Midlands Meander and directly opposite Michaelhouse School, this self catering farm cottage has the perfect location. Guests are welcome to explore this working farm, take a short stroll to the water well, a longer walk up to the big oak, or for the more adventurous, a challenging hike to the beautiful waterfalls hidden in the forest. Fishing/surfski's/cycling are on offer with epic karting, paintball, archery and zorb soccer on our doorstep. We offer braai facilities and covered patios.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
House rules
Old Balgowan Farm Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:30 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 1,250 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about US$71. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed on check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Old Balgowan Farm Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
A damage deposit of ZAR 1,250 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed on check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.
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