Drakensberg Accommodation at Thamela Cottage Self Catering in Northern Drakensburg
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  • Property TypeHouse
  • Guests8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms2
  • Minimum Stay1-4 Nights

Thamela Cottage is a property for self catering in Northern Drakensberg for up to 8 guests visiting the Drakensberg region.

About Thamela Cottage

Thamela Cottage offers Northern Drakensberg accommodation with spectacular Drakensberg mountain views. With 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.

Self catering Accommodation

Thamela Cottage is a self catering holiday home in Northern Drakensberg sleeping eight guests. Two bedrooms are furnished with Queen-size beds, one room is furnished with a double bed and the fourth room is furnished with twin beds. There are two bathrooms, one fitted with a shower, toilet and basin and the other fitted with a bath, toilet and basin.

The cottage has an open plan lounge and kitchen area, with a log fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with a double door fridge, gas stove, microwave, crockery and cutlery.

Outside there is a patio with an undercover braai and spectacular panoramic mountain views.

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 tails in the air.

Features you'll appreciate

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

In Room / Unit

  • Bathroom (separate)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Smoking: not allowed

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Garden(s)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Smoking: none indoors

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & Rates

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

Exclusive Use Holiday Home

Thamela Cottage is a self catering holiday home in Northern Drakensberg sleeping eight guests. Two bedrooms are furnished with Queen-size beds, one room is furnished with a double bed and the fourth room is furnished with twin beds. There are two bathrooms, one fitted with a shower, toilet and basin and the other fitted with a bath, toilet and basin. The cottage has an open plan lounge and kitchen area, with a log fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with a double door fridge, gas stove, microwave, crockery and cutlery. Outside there is a patio with an undercover braai and spectacular panoramic mountain views.

  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fireplace  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed

Sleeps: 8 guests (max 8 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

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  • Telephone number verified
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  • Property listed on SA-Venues.com since September 2021

Need to Know

Response timeThamela Cottage 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 EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since September 2021

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