Otters Den Natal Midlands Self-catering Accommodation in Fort Nottingham
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  • Property TypeEstate
  • Guests8
  • Rooms/Units4
  • Minimum Stay1-2 Nights

Otters Den is a 3 star graded property offering Fort Nottingham accommodation for tourists and visitors of the Natal Midlands.

About Otters Den

Otters Den offers four secluded, self-catering cottages set in 18 acres of unspoilt countryside in the heart of the arts and crafts route of the Midlands Meander. Built in 2004, these well-equipped cottages overlook the Lions River near Nottingham Road in Kwazulu Natal, offering a truly peaceful and relaxing break away. French is also spoken.

Self Catering Accommodation

We have 4 freestanding newly built thatched cottages: Chelsea, The Great Western, Ikhwela and Copper, each with a private balcony overlooking the Lions River. Copper Cottage is our romantic open planned honeymoon suite with its own private river view jacuzzi spa bath, situated at the foot of a queen-sized double bed. Every cottage also comes with a welcome pack including tea, coffee, sugar, milk and delicious home-made biscuits.

Facilities

Each of our cottages is for 2 people and has an ensuite bathroom with its own jacuzzi spa bath. Every cottage also comes with a fully equipped kitchen including microwave, 2 plate stove, fridge/freezer, toaster, and weber braai. They all have dining and lounge areas, a table and chairs on the balcony as well as a queen sized double bed and private car port. For cold nights our cottages also have an electric fire and electric blanket with goose down duvets. All utensils, crockery and glasses are included and all linen and towels are supplied.

Attractions & Activities

Otters Den Self Catering runs alongside the Lions River providing beautiful views as well as the opportunity for gentle riverside walks or swimming in the crystal clear river pools. We are situated on the glorious Midlands Meander arts and crafts route, offering various local products and produce. You could also bring your bikes and ride in the scenic countryside.

The local area abounds with things to see and do including trout and bass fishing, golfing within a 10 minute drive and the renowned Midmar Mile at Midmar Dam. The historic battlefields route can be found approximately 1 hours drive away and the well known world heritage site of the Drakensberg mountain range is also about 1 hours drive away.

Dining Out
There are numerous restaurants within 15 minutes drive including Rawdons Hotel and Nottingham Road Hotel to name but a few. The home of the Midlands local brewery is situated in Nottingham Road at Rawdons Hotel.

Location

We are located 13km out of Nottingham Road village, on the Fort Nottingham Road in the heart of the Midlands Meander arts and crafts route. Only 50km from Howick which is famous for the Howick Falls, 70km from Pietermaritzburg a historic city and 1 1/2 hours from Durban International Airport. We are also 450km from Johannesburg.

Features you'll appreciate

  • wifi
  • parking
  • kitchen
  • braai / bbq
  • wake up
    calls
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Cleaning materials supplied
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Heater(s)
  • International plug point(s)
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Parking (undercover)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Wake up calls
  • Wheelchair access

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • French

Rooms & Rates

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

Chelsea Cottage

The Cottage is for 2 people and has an en-suite bathroom with its own jacuzzi spa bath. The cottage also comes with a fully equipped kitchen including microwave, 2 plate stove, fridge/freezer, toaster, and weber braai. They all have dining and lounge areas, a table and chairs on the balcony as well as a queen sized double bed and private car port. For cold nights our cottages also have an electric fire and electric blanket with goose down duvets. All utensils, crockery and glasses are included and all linen and towels are supplied.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Great Western

The Great Western has a private balcony overlooking the Lions River. The cottage has an en-suite bathroom with its own jacuzzi bath, fully equipped kitchen incl microwave, stove, fridge, toaster, braai, dining and lounge area plus private carport.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Ikwela Cottage

Ikwela has a private balcony overlooking the Lions River. The cottage has an en-suite bathroom with its own jacuzzi bath, fully equipped kitchen incl microwave, stove, fridge, toaster, braai, dining and lounge area plus private carport.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Copper Cottage

Copper has a private balcony overlooking the Lions River. The cottage has an en-suite bathroom with its own jacuzzi bath, fully equipped kitchen incl microwave, stove, fridge, toaster, braai, dining and lounge area plus private carport.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

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Guest Reviews

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

Verified reviewexcellent

The venue and the host were excellent; we really enjoyed our stay. We will definitely be going back to this venue.

March 2024

Athabile J. (Johannesburg)

Verified reviewvery good

Well equipped, spacious chalet. Friendly service. Beautiful surroundings. A fire place would be super. Thanks for a delightful experience

December 2017

Daf Hattingh (Rustenburg)

Verified Host

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  • Host on SA-Venues.com for 14 years

Need to Know

Response timeOtters Den typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Closest airport(s)Pietermaritzburg Airport - 70km
Durban International - 130km
OR Tambo International - 450km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h30

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

Host on SA-Venues.com for 14 years

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