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Located just 24 km from Fort Nottingham Museum, Thatchings Guest House provides accommodation in Nottingham Road with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as full-day security. The property features lake and garden views, and is 12 km from Bosch Hoek Golf Club. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The units in the guest house are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Every unit has a kettle, while certain rooms include a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Continental and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available daily at the guest house. As an added convenience, Thatchings Guest House offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. You can play darts at this 4-star guest house, and bike hire is available. The accommodation has a children's playground and a picnic area. Midmar Dam is 32 km from Thatchings Guest House, while Karkloof Nature Reserve is 33 km away. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 58 km from the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, American, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Micaela
    South Africa South Africa
    Location was beautiful. Loved the wildlife and nature. Hosts were extremely accommodating and helped with anything we needed!
  • Deshen
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent location. wish that we had more time to spend there. Great Service as well, will definitely return.
  • Anne
    South Africa South Africa
    The breakfast was great and the staff so friendly.

Host Information

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score

A quiet place to explore the wonderful Midlands Meander - South Africa's premier Arts and Crafts route. Situated with in a game estate where one can see Zebra, Red Hartebeest, Eland, Black Wildebeest, Blesbuck and Impalas., With beautiful golf courses, lovely restaurants, pubs and day spa's with in close proximity you will be spoiled for choice. A mere 2kms from the Freeway and an ideal stop over between Durban/Natal South Coast and Johannesburg. We are in close proximity to a number of wedding venues making it ideal for guests requiring accommodation. Large family rooms ideal for that family get away. So much for little ones to see and do on the Meander. Personalized hospitality
Numerous Day Spa's, Golf Courses, Pubs and Restaurants can be found in close proximity to Thatchings. Some of the exciting things to do are: Chocolate Dipping, Candle Dipping, Ceramic Painting, Mini Train Rides, Paint Ball, Zip Line, Animal Farms, Gokarting, Bubble Soccer, Zorbing, Putt Putt, Workshops and Courses and so much more. Spend days exploring the Midlands Meander and get to see lovely Antiques & Collectibles, Beads & Jewelry, Carpets & Rugs, Sculpting, Stained Glass products, Shoes & Leather Goods, Wind Chimes, Ceramics, Clothing and locally made gifts plus so much more. Wine, Craft Beer and Craft Gin all locally produced are available to taste and enjoy at a number of outlets.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Thatchings Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Children's playground
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • 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
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Thatchings Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 12:00 to 18:00

    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.

    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
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 550 per person, 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.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash Thatchings Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please inform Thatchings Guest 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.

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

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

    FAQs about Thatchings Guest House

    • Room options at Thatchings Guest House include:

      • Family
      • Twin
      • Suite
      • Chalet

    • Thatchings Guest House is 5 miles from the centre of Nottingham Road. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Thatchings Guest House is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

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

      • Cycling
      • Children's playground
      • Darts
      • Bicycle rental

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

    • Guests staying at Thatchings Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.1).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • American
      • Breakfast to go