Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Hartford House

Located in Mooiriver, Hartford House provides 5-star hotel accommodation with valley views of the Drakensberg. Nestled on a historic stud farm in the countryside, the estate has a chapel and conference venue. The suites at Hartford House are individually decorated and come with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Guests are treated to a dining experience which consists of a six-course tasting menu. An optional wine paring is also available. A full English breakfast is served daily on the verandah, which boasts garden views of the estate. The wellness centre provides spa treatments and guests can also enjoy the outdoor pool or make use of the tennis court. Other activities on the estate include stud tours, horse riding, trout fishing and lawn games such as swing ball and croquet. Babysitting service is provided at a surcharge and the concierge desk can arrange tours to the nearby San rock art caves or the Mandela Capture Site. King Shaka International Airport is located 180 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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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
9.6
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.7
High score for Mooirivier
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See what guests loved the most:

  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very peaceful country location with nice scenic views when out walking. Very well appointed and comfortable rooms with everything you need. Excellent 6 and 4 course dinners. Breakfast was equally varied and tasty. Justin and his team were...
  • Kamasila
    South Africa South Africa
    We are repeat guests at Hartford House, and our experiences are on another level, cuisine is super delicious, service exceptional, the staff go over and above to make us feel so special and every need is catered for. The ambiance, the property,...
  • Michael
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful gardens, romantic setting, exceptional property. Outdoor swimming pool well maintained. Beautiful well decorated, very comfortable rooms. Reception area, lounge and dining room well laid out, welcoming and beautifully decorated.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      French
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Hartford House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules

Hartford House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 11:00

 

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.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 600 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Hartford House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

Please inform Hartford House 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.

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

FAQs about Hartford House

  • Check-in at Hartford House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Hartford House has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

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

  • Hartford House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Beauty Services
    • Walking tours
    • Spa facilities
    • Bicycle rental
    • Swimming Pool

  • Room options at Hartford House include:

    • Suite
    • Twin/Double

  • Hartford House is 3.1 miles from the centre of Mooirivier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Hartford House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

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