Emfuleni Place by the River

4 Poplar Drive Bergview Estates, Champagne Valley, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>29</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
29 reviews

The accommodation was spotless, comfortable and incredibly well kitted out.

Anne South Africa
a dining room with a wooden table and a chandelier at Emfuleni Place by the River in Champagne Valley
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Emfuleni Place by the River

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  • Entire home
  • 2691 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

Boasting lake views, Emfuleni Place by the River provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 7.8 km from Monks Cowl Country Club. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 31 km from Winterton Museum. Featuring a DVD player, the spacious holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 3 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. The accommodation offers a fireplace. The holiday home features a picnic area and a barbecue. Spioenkop Nature Reserve is 46 km from Emfuleni Place by the River. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 150 km from the accommodation.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.6
High score for Champagne Valley
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  • Anne
    South Africa South Africa
    “The accommodation was spotless, comfortable and incredibly well kitted out.”
  • Marcel
    South Africa South Africa
    “As always, the location is absolutely stunning and isolated. Love this spot for getting a break from the busy life out there.”
  • William
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful cozy cottage. We thoroughly enjoyed our time together”
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.

Hosted by Basil

9.6
9.6
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Basil
At Emfuleni you could never be bored. Whatever your taste, you will be well catered for. For those who just wish to relax, the peace and serenity of the Berg has been made specially for you. For the serious backpacker there are numerous one, two and three day hikes starting in the area. For the casual hiker there are two, four, and six hour hikes starting from Emfuleni. Emfuleni is just the place, when you need to dangle your feet in a fresh mountain stream or sip the clear, cool water. Maybe you just want to sit and watch your reflection in the quiet little pools formed off the main stream, or maybe you want to watch a leaf as it rushes by in its quest to find the end of the stream, very much like us, rushing to find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
We love to share our mountain cottage with discerning guests. Emfuleni has been exquisitely furnished by Brian and Lyn Birkholtz for your enjoyment. We know that a couple of days in the Berg will relax and invigorate you so we want to make your experience as hassle free as possible. I (Basil) will facilitate your arrival, your stay and departure with all the information you need to settle right in and feel as if Emfuleni is your home from home. I am available 24/7 during your stay if you need any further assistance but mostly our guests just want to "do their own thing".
Situated deep in the Drakensberg, in the centre of the Cathkin valley, you will find yourself surrounded by majestic peaks such as Champagne Castle, Cathkin Peak, Monks Cowl and the Sterkhorn. The "Grotto" is a natural cave formed by an overhanging rock which is beside a waterfall. The waterfall drops into a beautiful natural pool which is great for a swim, in summer. The hike starts at the river, directly in front of Emfuleni. The Fern Forest. This enchanting spot is well worth a visit. It is situated just west of the hotel lake on the slopes of the Little Berg. Allow an hour's walk each way. Van Damms Cascades. A good path leads around the Grotto and Ndema forest to the Cascades. Steilberg. Half a days hike to the top of the Steilberg with views of the Northern Berg. You can either take in Jacobs Ladder to the north or Hlatikulu Nek to the south. Other hikes. From Emfuleni it is a short drive to Monks Cowl Forestry Station. From there it is possible to hike to the top of the Little Berg, via Crystal Falls and the Sphinx.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Emfuleni Place by the River
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 23:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

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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.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Emfuleni Place by the River

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Emfuleni Place by the River on this page.

  • Emfuleni Place by the River offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding

  • Emfuleni Place by the River has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Emfuleni Place by the River is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Emfuleni Place by the River can accommodate the following group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

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

  • Emfuleni Place by the River is 3.1 miles from the centre of Champagne Valley. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Emfuleni Place by the River on this page.

  • Yes, Emfuleni Place by the River is popular with guests booking family stays.