• Entire home
  • 1076 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking

Set in Champagne Valley and only 4.1 km from Monks Cowl Country Club, Swallowfield Cottage offers accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking. With river views, this accommodation features a patio. Outdoor dining is also possible at the holiday home. The holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. Guests can enjoy an ambient stay in their soundproof room with parquet floors and a fireplace. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Outdoor play equipment is also available at Swallowfield Cottage, while guests can also relax in the garden. Winterton Museum is 29 km from the accommodation, while Spioenkop Nature Reserve is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 148 km from Swallowfield Cottage.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

FREE private parking!

Reliable info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa 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
9.8
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
5.8
High score for Champagne Valley
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  • Poswa
    South Africa South Africa
    The place is so quiet peaceful nice place to be if u want relax your mind and think of the nature.
  • Kimberleigh
    South Africa South Africa
    The host James is lovely and so kind. Gorgeous view and perfect location.
  • Myriam
    South Africa South Africa
    Garden immaculate.Silence and starry night.Clean accomodation
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 James Seymour

9.8
9.8
Host review score
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James Seymour
Swallowfield Rondavels self-catering accommodation is located in the heart of the Cathkin and Champagne Valley, Central Drakensberg, South Africa. Affordable and comfortable accommodation. Swallowfield Self-Catering Cottage has spectacular views of the Drakensberg mountains.
James is the Managing Director at Cathkin Booking and Management Services Pty Ltd.Experienced executive with a demonstrated history of working in the events services industry and tourism sector. Strong business development and marketing skills.
ACTIVITIES Walks and hikes. There are a number of beautiful trails in the area which mainly start from the Monks Cowl Camp which is managed by Ezemvelo KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife. Some of our personal favourites are Crystal Falls and the Spinx, Nandi Falls together with the Sterkspruit Falls, Gray’s Pass and the Blue Grotto. Taking a helicopter flip over the Drakensberg. There are operators across the Road from Swallowfield at Dragon Peaks Resort. Watching the sunrise over Champagne Castle, Cathkin Peak and Sterkhorn. Zip lining at the operators near Drakensberg Sun. Having a pub lunch or supper at the many resorts in the Valley. A visit to the acclaimed Cathedral Peak Wine Estate. The Winterton Museum is worth a visit; You can do hot air ballooning near Cathedral Peak Wine Estate. Thokoziza and a range of other craft centres in the vicinity are definitely worth visiting. The Spionkop Nature Reserve. Battlefield sites such as Spionkop.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Swallowfield Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Shared toilet
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • Video
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Fold-up bed
    • Electric blankets
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
      Additional charge
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • River view
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • Lake view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Swallowfield Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 18:30

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

    Check-out

    From 10:00 to 10:30

     

    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.

    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 - 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

    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

    Please inform Swallowfield Cottage 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.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    FAQs about Swallowfield Cottage

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

    • Swallowfield Cottage is 2.7 miles from the centre of Champagne Valley. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Swallowfield Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

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

    • Swallowfield Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding

    • Check-in at Swallowfield Cottage is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • Yes, Swallowfield Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

    • Swallowfield Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

      • 7 guests

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