Mill Cottages

C6 Caversham Road, 3270 Lidgetton, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>48</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
48 reviews

Warm welcome stay. Beautiful setting. Comfortable and clean

Chantell South Africa
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Mill Cottages

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Located in Lidgetton, in a historic building, 10 km from Bosch Hoek Golf Club, Mill Cottages is a recently renovated guest house with an outdoor swimming pool and garden. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The guest house provides guests with a balcony, garden views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop and bar. For guests with children, the guest house provides kids pool and outdoor play equipment. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of fishing. Midmar Dam is 15 km from Mill Cottages, while Howick Museum is 19 km away. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 44 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.6
High score for Lidgetton
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  • C
    Chantell
    South Africa South Africa
    “Warm welcome stay. Beautiful setting. Comfortable and clean”
  • Nicki
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful cottage with everything, wonderful location and loved the river and comfortable beds and cozy cottage will definitely be back. Much better than the photos!”
  • James
    South Africa South Africa
    “We love the romantic feeling of the old mill houses and the beauty of the gardens and surrounding areas of the Midlands. Peaceful and tranquil. Topped by the convenience of the lovely restaurant next door.”

Hosted by Diana Acres

9.3
9.3
Host review score
Host review score
Diana Acres
In the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands in South Africa are the historical Mill Cottages. Mill Cottages comprise of three Country Cottages situated in a peaceful country setting overlooking the Lions and Impafana Rivers. The cottages, some of which date back to the early 1900's, vary in size and are all self catering. The gardens are a joy for birding enthusiasts. A swimming pool and jungle gym can keep the children occupied. Or plan a trip down the Lions River by booking with Lions River Rafting. The Caversham Mill Restaurant, independently run, over looks the Lions River waterfall and is the historical site of the original Mill. The restaurant is a first class, well-priced establishment. There are also other eateries and pubs along the Midlands Meander waiting to be explored and experienced.
Mill Cottages is a family run establishment situated in splendid gardens, with direct access to the river frontage for fly fishing. The Lions River runs in a semicircle around the property and the Impafana River joins it at right angles in the front of the property. Pathways lead along pretty walks to the waters edge, where guests can fish, swim, tube along the river, or simply sit and enjoy nature at its best. The current owners, Di and Terry Acres, live on the Mill Cottages property and have owned this magnificent space for the past 20 years.
Mill Cottages is situated in the heart of the Midlands Meander, in fact exactly where the Midlands Meander was founded in 1985 by the famous potter David Walters who was the then owner of the property. The Midlands Meander is a 50km arts and craft route offering a large variety of beautiful hand made goods. Shop for gorgeous turned wooden bowls and boards, exquisite beadwork, jewellery and embroidered ware, ceramic pots of every shape and size, glassware and stained glass goods, lavender oils and soaps, leatherware - the list is endless. Sports in the area include hiking, horse riding, swimming (the Midmar Mile is an annual event), tubing, golf, polo, mountain biking and trail running. The history of the area is fascinating, and includes historical sites and anecdotes of Voortrekker, Bushmen/San, Boer, British and more recent apartheid significance. Our direct neighbours are Ardmore Ceramics on our right. Visit their amazing gallery and watch their artists create masterpieces which are exported all over the world. And at Piggly Wiggly, just a few kilometres down the road, you can enjoy many other craft shops.
Languages spoken: English,Zulu

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Caversham Mill
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Facilities of Mill Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Zulu

House rules

Mill Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 07:30 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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Mill Cottages 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Mill Cottages

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Mill Cottages has 1 restaurant:

    • Caversham Mill

  • Yes, Mill Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Mill Cottages include:

    • Chalet

  • Check-in at Mill Cottages is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Mill Cottages is 1.9 miles from the centre of Lidgetton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Mill Cottages offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Swimming Pool

  • The prices at Mill Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.