Mkomazana Mountain Cottages Drakensberg Self-catering Accommodation KZN
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  • Rooms/Units5
  • Minimum Stay2 Nights

Mkomazana Mountain Cottages is a property for self catering in Sani Pass for tourists visiting the Drakensberg region.

About Mkomazana Mountain Cottages

Mkomazana is an historical site situated within a trans-frontier peace park; an unique property nestled at the foot of the Sani Pass in the beautiful Sani Valley. It is a nature lover's paradise and possibly the Southern Drakensberg best-kept secret.

We have it all, flora; fauna (including otter, baboon, reedbuck and eland); a wide variety of birds (incl. black eagle, bearded vulture and fish eagle); provenance of people past (history; bushman paintings) waterfalls, crystal clear 'berg rivers and pools; dams. We guarantee you will not visit just once.

Accommodation

The accommodation is a charming combination of eclectic facilities consisting of two original and recently refurbished farmhouses and three picturesque new cottages with all home comforts. Each cottage or house has a fully equipped kitchen (including a stove, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle, crockery, cutlery), bedding and towels and is serviced daily. Braai facilities are provided. Firewood available for sale.

Please see individual house decriptions with photos below to make your choice.

Attractions & Experiences

This former trading station from the 1800's era is perfectly situated for a range of outdoor activities including - high or low 'berg walking / backpacking / nature rambling / trout fishing (rates on request) / swimming in crystal clear mountain pools / mountain biking / bird watching. All of these activities can be undertaken from the property. You can also canoe or tube in the area (±20km away) and play golf, squash or tennis (±4ms away).

Whilst we wish to preserve the serenity of the area (and therefore do not allow motorbikes / quads to be ridden on the property), exhilarating fun for the adventurous can be had at the bottom of the driveway - test your 4x4 / mountain bike / motor bike skills on the famous and formidable Sani Pass which takes you up into the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. At the top of the Pass is the legendary "Sani Top Chalet" which lays claim to "the highest pub in Africa". NB: Bring your passport. If you do not have your own 4x4, tours up Sani Pass can be arranged (details on request).

Features you'll appreciate

  • parking
  • kitchen
  • braai / bbq
  • fireplace
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Area information booklet
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Safe for valuables
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Garden(s)
  • Guest lounge with TV
  • Housekeeping (periodic)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Smoking: none indoors

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Coot Cottage is a charming thatched cottage with an open plan lounge (including log fireplace), dining room and kitchen all facing a lake. There are three bedrooms, (one with a king size bed and two with single beds) and two bathrooms (one is en suite). One of the bedrooms is a comfortable loft room over the lounge. Coot Cottage has two bathrooms with showers only. Fully equipped kitchen (including a stove, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle, crockery, cutlery), bedding and towels are provided and units are serviced daily. Braai facilities are provided. Firewood available for sale from Reception. Regret no pets.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Rose Cottage (sleeps two guests only) is a delightful cottage that has a cozy lounge and bedroom area, a kitchen and en suite bathroom. A Jetmaster fireplace adds warmth for cold winter nights. Rose Cottage has a large bath, with a shower in the bath. Fully equipped kitchen (including a stove, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle, crockery, cutlery), bedding and towels are provided and units are serviced daily. Braai facilities are provided. Firewood available for sale from Reception. Regret no pets.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Stone Cottage

Stone Cottage (sleeps two guests only) is a tastefully decorated cottage in a private setting. It has one bedroom with a king size bed, en suite shower/toilet/hand basin, a lounge with a Jetmaster fireplace, a fully fitted kitchenette and a small private patio, with braai facilities. Fully equipped kitchen (including a stove, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle, crockery, cutlery), bedding and towels are provided and units are serviced daily. Braai facilities are provided. Firewood available for sale from Reception. Regret no pets.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

Stone House is tucked away in a private garden, you can sit on your veranda and gaze up the Sani Pass. Three bedrooms accommodate a total of six people - the main bedroom has a king size bed, the others have two single beds each, and there are two bathrooms (one with a bath only and one with a bath and shower in the bath), two toilets, a lounge with a log fireplace, a separate dining room and an old fashioned farm kitchen. Fully equipped kitchen (including a stove, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle, crockery, cutlery), bedding and towels are provided and units are serviced daily. Braai facilities are provided. Firewood available for sale from Reception. Regret no pets.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Valley House is set in a tranquil garden overlooking a beautiful lake and mountain view, Valley House can accommodate a total of six people as it comprises of three bedrooms (one with a king size bed and two rooms with twin beds), two bathrooms (one with a bath only and one with a bath and shower in the bath), a spacious lounge with a log fireplace, a separate dining room and an old-fashioned farm kitchen. Fully equipped kitchen (including a stove, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle, crockery, cutlery), bedding and towels are provided and units are serviced daily. Braai facilities are provided. Firewood available for sale from Reception. Regret no pets.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Guest Reviews

7 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewgood

Has such a rich history ! Had a lovely warm reception from our hostess Betty😀. Really enjoyed being treated to fresh homemade scones in the morning ! Bedding was warm. Accommodation was clean. Enjoyed the fireplace and wood provided . All in all a very pleasant experience ! Also can’t get closer to the road up to Sani Pass .

March 2023

Andrew v. (Durban)

Verified reviewvery good

Betty was very friendly and welcoming and her and her husband provided us with useful advice and information. The cottage we stayed in, Rose Cottage, was clean, comfortable and well equipped and had an old-fashioned charm. Toiletries, tissues and, on request, a hair dryer were provided. The old safes bricked into the walls of the living/bedroom and kitchen provided evidence of the building's previous existence as part of a trading post. Although the WiFi connection was stronger outside the adjacent cottage, we managed to receive a signal inside Rose Cottage. The freshly baked scones brought every morning by a member of staff were delicious. The views from the grounds of the cottages and the hill behind are amazing. We climbed part way up the latter and found the path easy to follow and not particularly strenuous. During the hike we saw various antelope and a chameleon and had clear views of the Sani Pass, which we had travelled up the previous day.

February 2017

M Dale (Hastings UK)

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Need to Know

Response timeMkomazana Mountain Cottages typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Exceptions to check-out times on Sundays may be arranged, please enquire.

Payment methods accepted by the property EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since March 2007

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