Located near Winterton in the Champagne Valley, The Goodland Cottages have barbecue facilities and a garden, as well as free WiFi. The individually decorated, two-bedroom cottages feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully-equipped kitchen and a patio with mountain views. Each bedroom has an en suite bathroom. Cathedral Peak Nature Reserve is 24 km from the accommodation.

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 (9.4)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 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
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Champagne Valley
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ompha
    South Africa South Africa
    I liked the location of the cottages. Everything is a few minutes drive away, & the views are great.
  • Loïc
    France France
    The Goodland Cottages is a fantastic place to stay. The cottage is beautifully decorated, making it cozy and welcoming, with super comfortable beds. You'll find chickens and the owner's dog nearby, adding a charming touch. There's also a small...
  • Robyn
    South Africa South Africa
    From the complimentary farm eggs, to the very warm welcome, to the extremely well kitted out kitchen and spotlessly clean cottage (even an air fryer is supplied), to the magnificent views, this is literally a piece of paradise. This is the second...
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.

Managed by Maryke

Company review score: 9.6Based on 117 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the country and I love sharing it with guest from across the globe. I am available 24/7 for tips and advise or any general enquiries.

Property information

The Goodland is situated on a privately owned smallholding surrounded by large 200year old trees. The cottages are private and are ideal for couples or families looking for a tranquil breakaway, close to various attractions in the Central Drakensberg region. Four self-catering cottages which include Milk Cottage, Honey Cottage, Cottage One and Cottage Two can accommodate up to 12 guests in total. Milk Cottage and Honey Cottage is tastefully decorated with a mix of old and new. It comprises 2 en-suite bedrooms, and an open-plan living/dining area with a cozy fireplace. TV with DSTV and Netflix. Each veranda has a private built-in braai and views of the lovely garden and Drakensberg. Cottage One and Two are new additions to the Goodland and have a modern day charm. Each unit has a king size bed with ensuite bathroom with a walk in shower. Open plan kitchen and lounge with and uber cosy fireplace. All cottages have kitchens that are equipped with a fridge, stove, oven, microwave, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.

Neighbourhood information

The area is predominantly focused on agriculture, so you will see a vast array of crops and cattle against a backdrop of the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains. The area also boasts a variety of restaurants, interesting shops, adventure activities and speciality crafted goods. Activities include hiking, mountain biking, golf, horse riding and quad biking, to name but a few.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Goodland Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Zulu

House rules

The Goodland Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 05:00 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

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.

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

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform The Goodland 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.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Legal information

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

FAQs about The Goodland Cottages

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

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

    • Swimming Pool

  • Room options at The Goodland Cottages include:

    • Chalet
    • Bungalow
    • Apartment

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

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

  • The Goodland Cottages is 3.1 miles from the centre of Champagne Valley. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.