Category Archives: Pietermaritzburg

The Cottage On the Green

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

The Cottage On the Green is situated in World’s View, Pietermaritzburg, and offers accommodation for a family or group of friends. It is within easy reach of numerous shops, restaurants, activities and attractions.

The cottage comprises 2 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 4 guests at a time. The main bedroom has a king-size bed and the second bedroom has 2 single beds. The bathroom has a shower, bath, toilet and basin. Guests are required to bring their own bedding.

The kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, coffee- and tea-making facilities, crockery and cutlery.

The lounge has comfortable couches as well as a TV with and a dining area with ample seating where guests can enjoy their meals together. Guests can also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi access.

There are braai facilities and a swimming pool available for guests’ use during their stay.

Guests are afforded secure parking on the premises.

Kitchener Cottage

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Kitchener Cottage is situated in Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg, and offers quality accommodation for a small family, business travellers or a group of friends. It is within easy reach of numerous shops, restaurants, activities and attractions.

The garden cottage, located on a residential property, comprises 1 bedroom and can accommodate up to 4 guests at a time. The bedroom has a double bed and there are 2 single beds in the living area. The bathroom has a bath, shower, toilet and basin.

The kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, coffee- and tea-making facilities, crockery and cutlery.

The lounge has comfortable couches as well as a TV with DStv, and a dining area with ample seating where guests can enjoy their meals together. Guests can also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi access.

There are lovely braai facilities available for guests’ use during their stay.

Guests are afforded secure parking on the premises for 1 vehicle.

25 on Q

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

25 on Q is situated in Hayfields, Pietermaritzburg, and offers quality accommodation for a couple, small family or business traveller. It is within easy reach of numerous shops, restaurants, activities and attractions.

The garden cottage, situated on a residential property, comprises 1 bedroom fitted with a double bed and an en-suite bathroom with a Victorian bath, toilet and basin.

The kitchen is equipped with a 2-plate stove, a mini-oven, fridge, microwave, coffee- and tea-making facilities, crockery and cutlery.

The lounge has comfortable seating, including a double sleeper couch which can accommodate 2 guests.

There are lovely braai facilities available for guests’ use during their stay.

Guests are afforded secure parking on the premises.

58 on Military Way

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

58 on Military Way is a beautiful, comfortable and neat self-contained flatlet located on a residential property but with its own separate entrance in Hayfields, Pietermaritzburg.

This flatlet can accommodate up to 2 guests, and has an open-plan layout. The bedroom area contains a double bed, and an en-suite bathroom with a bath and handheld shower attachment, a toilet and a washbasin. The flatlet is air-conditioned, and contains a flat-screen TV with Netflix access. There is a 2-seater dining table and chairs, and a kitchenette that is equipped with a heat-and-eat facilities including a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, and basic cutlery and crockery.

Off-street parking is provided.

Taylor Cottage

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Taylor Cottage is a self-catering cottage with its own private entrance located in the quiet and pretty suburb of Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg. The cottage offers easy access to the N3 highway, and is centrally situated near the Golden Horse Casino for convenient corporate use, and annual events including the Comrades Marathon, Duzi Canoe Marathon, the Royal Show and The Garden Show.

The cottage can accommodate up to 2 guests and comprises 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and living area. The bedroom contains a queen-size. The lounge has a sleeper couch for a child at no extra cost. The modern en-suite bathroom contains a shower, a toilet, and a washbasin. Fresh towels are on hand.

The kitchen is well-equipped for self-catering and includes a breakfast bar with stools, fridge, microwave, mini oven, electric frying pan and tea and coffee facilities. The lounge is spacious and cosy with a TV and full DStv. Outside, there is a covered patio with outdoor dining furniture & braai facilities.

Amley Bed & Breakfast

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Amley Bed & Breakfast is situated in the heart of Scottsville. The city centre is only minutes away and the new Liberty Midlands Mall a mere 10-minute drive away.

Amley consists of inter-leading rooms, one bedroom has a queen-size bed with an en-suite bathroom and the other room has a double bed. Extras include a microwave oven, bar fridge, tea- and coffee-making facilities and a flat screen TV.

There is a spacious deck to relax on, braai facilities, swimming pool and lapa. Parking available to guests is secure off road parking and carport.

Amley B&B is situated in the residential area of Scottsville, and is within walking distance of the university of KwaZulu-Natal (Pietermaritzburg campus). It is 2. 5kms from the Oribi airport and 3kms from the Golden Horse Casino. There are 3 shopping complexes within 5 kilometers of the B&B , which include cinemas, restaurants, take-aways and a ten pin bowling alley.

Lincoln Cottages Libertas and 20 on Thorpe

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Lincoln Cottages Libertas and 20 on Thorpe is situated in the tranquil suburb of Lincoln Meade in Pietermaritzburg, and offers comfortable accommodation in 2 cottages. The location is accessible from the N3, making it the ideal stopover destination.

Libertas Cottage can accommodate 3 adults comfortably, or parents with 2 small children. The open-plan cottage comprises a king-size bed, 2 single beds, a bathroom with a shower, and a kitchenette and dining area. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge, an oven and stove, and a microwave, as well as tea- and coffee-making facilities. The apartment is also equipped with limited Wi-Fi and selected DStv channels. This cottage is located near the communal pool area, braai area and reception.

20 on Thorpe cottage is open plan with a king-size bed, 2 single beds, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, and a kitchenette and dining area. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge, an oven and stove, and a microwave, and the cottage is equipped with Wi-Fi and selected DStv channels. Guests are welcome to make use of the communal pool and braai area.

Lincoln Cottages – Cabernet Cottage

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Cabernet Cottage offers comfortable accommodation in a self-catering cottage situated in the tranquil suburb of Lincoln Meade in Pietermaritzburg. The location is accessible from the N3, making it the ideal stopover destination.

The open-plan cottage comprises a queen-size bed, a bathroom with a shower-over-the-bath, a seating area, and a kitchen with black granite counters and a breakfast bar. The kitchen is equipped for self-catering with a fridge, an oven and stove, and a microwave. The down lights in the kitchen provide a homely ambiance. There is enough room for a single bed for a third guest.

The cottage is also equipped with a tempo ceiling fan for relief on those hot summer days, as well as air-conditioning, an iron and ironing board, free Wi-Fi, DStv hotel package, and a hairdryer.

Lincoln Cottages Chateau

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Lincoln Cottages Chateau is a self-catering cottage located on the owner’s property, situated in Lincoln Meade, in Pietermaritzburg.

This charming cottage has a private entrance and comprises 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The main bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed, and features large windows overlooking the gardens. The second bedroom is equipped with 2 single beds, and there are 2 single beds in the living area. The bathroom has a bath and a quarry tile shower.

The well-equipped kitchen features Cherry wood cupboards and contains a fridge, a microwave, and an oven with a stove. Complimentary tea- and coffee-making facilities are provided. The open-plan living area also features a TV with selected DStv channels. In addition, the cottage boasts Wi-Fi Internet connection, and air-conditioning.

The property is ideally located within 5 km from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Golden Horse Casino, and 8 km from central Pietermaritzburg

MS Self-catering

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

MS Self-catering offers comfortable self-catering accommodation in a 5-bedroom house and a 2-bedroom cottage situated on a residential property in Wensleydale, Pietermaritzburg. This quiet residential area is ideal for families, friends and business travellers.

The house comprises 5 guest rooms. Each bedroom contains 2 single beds and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower and a toilet. Each bedroom is equipped with a TV, a wardrobe, a reading table, a chair, tea- and coffee-making facilities, air-conditioning, a bedside locker, and a lamp. Double beds are available for couples. The house also comprises a communal lounge with a table for 10 guests; the lounge opens onto the verandah where guests can enjoy their meals and admire the garden. The communal kitchen is equipped with a fridge, a stove, a microwave, a kettle and toaster, plates, cups, mugs, pots and pans, carving knives and kitchen utensils. Wi-Fi is also available.

The cottage comprises 2 bedrooms with 2 single beds in each. Each bedroom is equipped with air-conditioning, a wardrobe, a bedside locker, and a lamp. The cottage can accommodate 4 guests, and is ideal for a family. For longer stays, the second bedroom may be converted into a lounge with sofas, chairs, a desk, and a TV. There is a kitchenette with a stove, a kettle, a toaster, a microwave, and pots and pans. The cottage also has a bathroom with a shower and a toilet.

The garden is securely fenced with a wall, razor wire, and an electric gate. There is a lovely rose garden and 3 lock-up garages, as well as a communal swimming pool for those hot summer days. Guests also have access to braai facilities. This is a non-smoking establishment; smoking is permitted outside the house and the cottage. Smoking is not permitted within 5 m of a window or door. The accommodation is ideal for both short and long stays.

Forest Retreat

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Forest Retreat is a self-catering house situated in Pietermaritzburg, just 8 km down the hill from Hilton. The town is well known for its year round sporting events and history. This property offers top quality furnishings, and designer hard wood walls with a massive 80-square metre glass extension that opens up into the forest all the way around, and sliding doors that open on every panel. Free uncapped WiFi!

The house can accommodate up to 10 guests, and contains 5 bedrooms. The main bedroom contains a king-size bed, and has sliding doors opening to the lush garden and overlooking the forest. The second bedroom is a 16-square meter room with a queen-size bed and a shower en suite. The third bedroom is an 18-square metre room with a shower room. The fourth and fifth bedrooms each contain a queen-size bed. These 2 rooms share a bathroom.

The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering with appliances including a microwave, large gas stove, fridge and freezer, kettle and all crockery and cutlery, pots and pans you could use. The lounge and dining area are open-plan and boast high quality brand new furniture. There is a stunning hardwood deck hanging over a sloped lush garden that takes you right into the forest that surrounds the property.

While there are no garage or carports, there is parking inside the gate for 3 cars (Max and tight so only small car can turn into space at bottom of driveway with 2 further cars on driveway behind one another) with an additional or max 2 vehicles parked neatly on communal parking area which is directly in front of gate and still very secure.

Please note that there is no safety railing on deck for children so this remains liability of guest to ensure safety of children.

Load shedding unfortunately is outside of our control.

Please note that furniture may vary.

Please note that there is a very strict no party policy.
Perimeter of property is under 24/7 audio and video surveillance with guards on standby for response to loud noise, parties.

23 on Clifton

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

23 on Clifton is a guest suite located on the owner’s property, situated in Athlone, Pietermaritzburg. The property is ideally located 2 km from Cascades Mall, Virgin Active gym and outdoor mountain biking trails.

This guest suite has a private entrance and consists of 2 interleading bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The main bedroom is air-conditioned and is furnished with a double bed, and the second bedroom is equipped with 2 single beds; these 2 rooms have an interleading door. The bathroom is fitted with a shower.

The unit also has a kitchenette area that contains heat- and eat-appliances such as a mini-bar fridge, a microwave, and a kettle. The unit also opens to a small patio area, which has a Weber kettle braai facility for guests to use.

Guests are welcome to make use of the swimming pool on the property, and there is secure parking for 1 car on the property as well.

At Home Self Catering

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

At Home Self-Catering is an up market, stylish apartment offering convenience and comfort at affordable rates. We offer guests a truly secure and private stay in the popular leafy suburb of Clarendon.

The apartment will suit those who wish to have a home from home, where you can come and go as you like and not be hassled. Easy access to the N3, makes this the perfect destination for all visiting Pietermaritzburg whether for business, sporting events, arts and crafts or special occasions. This unit is also ideal for “relocation” purposes as well as long-term stays.

We have a guest room that sleeps max 2 people and then we also have 2 apartments which each sleeps 4 and comprises two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a fully equipped granite kitchen as well as an open plan dining room and lounge with small patio.

Gecko Hill

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Gecko Hill offers self-catering and bed and breakfast accommodation in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Accommodation is available either 2 self-catering cottages or 2 guest suites with basic self-catering facilities. The theme at Gecko Hill is rustic African, which is in keeping with the thriving indigenous garden. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

Guests are encouraged to relax and appreciate the garden, local bird life and the lovely views of the Gecko Hill is ideally located for tourists, business people and recreational activities in the area. Forested hills overlooking the Montrose valley. Guests are assured of a comfortable, peaceful stay with a warm, personal yet non-intrusive touch.

Ideally situated a mere 600 m from the Cascades shopping centre, Virgin Active gym, world-class mountain bike and running trails.

M’Geni River Cottage

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

m’Geni River Cottage is located in Albert Falls adjacent to Umgeni river. The village is located on the banks of the Albert Falls Dam and game reserve, about 25 km north of Pietermaritzburg. The cottage overlooks a large expanse of lawn with trees that provide wonderful shade in the summer months and features a Jacuzzi where guests can enjoy abundant bird life

This 2-bedroom cottage is able to accommodate 4 people and has 1 bathroom. Each bedroom has a queen-size bed, while the bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower. Linen, towels and soap are provided.

The cottage also comprises a kitchen, lounge and dining area. The kitchen is well-equipped and features a stove, oven, fridge-freezer and microwave. Complimentary tea and coffee are provided. The lounge has comfy seating and a fireplace. Parking is available right next to the cottage.

With the river at guests doorstep, this is ideal for canoeing. There is a great pub within close proximity, which serves tasty meals

Ekukhanyeni Self-Catering Farm House

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Ekukhanyeni Self Catering Farm House is located a mere 15-minute drive from the CBD of Pietermaritzburg. This is a perfect overnight stop for guests on their way to the East Coast or for a weekend getaway or major sports events.

The house offers 6 rooms and 3 bathrooms which are rented out separately. There is a large sunny lounge and veranda. A fully fitted kitchen is available as well as a dining room and a pantry. There are also 6 Campsites available.

This charming homestead was built in 1910 and is situated on a working sugarcane farm. The property has a large garden with lots of trees, Clivias and has abundant birdlife. Ekukhanyeni Self Catering Farm House overlooks the green sugarcane fields and when the cattle are in the nearby camp it is a wonderful sight.

Recreational activities on the farm include swimming in a small farm splash pool, fishing or mountain biking. Part of the mountain bike trail was used for the Cumberland Classic MTB Race. Guests are welcome to come as a group or family and enjoy group guided rides.

Southern Comfort Accommodation

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Situated in Pietermaritzburg, Southern Comfort Accommodation is close to all amenities and approximately a 40-minute drive north-west of Durban. It is perfectly located for both business and leisure travel.

Accommodation is provided in 2 double en-suite rooms and 3 en-suite family rooms. The double rooms have 2 single beds and a shower en suite. The family rooms comprise a shower en-suite, 1 double bed, 1 single bed and 2 bunk beds which have their own entrances and face onto the pool area. All the rooms feature TV’s, bar fridges, kettles, microwaves, 2-plate stoves, crockery and cutlery, irons, fans and heaters.

Southern Comfort Accommodation is set in a lush and well-maintained garden. There is a communal glass- enclosed patio area with a flat-screen TV. The enclosed patio overlooks the swimming pool and can also be used for small conferences or functions. There is also a kitchenette and shower in the enclosed patio area which is available to all guests.

The property is situated just 1 kilometer from the N3 freeway, and 3 kilometers from Liberty Midlands Mall. Pietermaritzburg Airport is also nearby. Southern Comfort Accommodation is located near the Comrades Marathon and Duzi Canoe Marathons start and finish line. Tala Game Lodge, Midmar Dam and Howick Falls are about a 20-minute drive away. No visitors are allowed.

Lincoln Cottages

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Lincoln Cottages prides itself in providing award winning BnB self-catering accommodation situated in the heart of Lincoln Meade, Pietermaritzburg. We are conveniently situated close to all amenities, many schools, hospitals and a 10 minute drive to the Pietermaritzburg CBD.

The BnB accommodation which is offered consists of 8 fully self-catering cottages which provide for the every need of our clients, offering a true home from home experience surrounded by tranquil gardens. Each of our Cottages are fully self-catering, so you are able to prepare your own meals with ease. Cottages are equipped with microwave, fridge, deep freeze, iron and ironing board, stove and cookware.

On-site facilities includes a swimming pool, a braai area, pets by arrangement, wheelchair friendly, secure parking, Wi-Fi and conferencing facilities. Meals on request is also available.

Nearby activities include horse riding, fishing, bird watching, game drives, mountain biking, swimming and tennis.

Town View

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Town View offers comfortable self-catering accommodation in 2 tastefully furnished apartments situated in a secure complex in the northern suburb of Clarendon in Pietermaritzburg. The complex offers access to the city centre, the Royal Show Grounds, and Liberty Midlands Mall.

Each apartment comprises an open-plan kitchen and living area, and is equipped with air-conditioning, and a TV with selected DStv channels and a DVD player. Guests have access to undercover parking, remote-control access, and off-street parking for visitors.

The complex is 3 km from the city centre and Liberty Midlands Mall. Victoria Square shopping centre is 600 m from the complex, with shops and restaurants.

Peace of Heaven

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Peace of Heaven is situated in Pietermaritzburg. This cottage is ideal for a quiet retreat or a romantic getaway with many tourist attractions within the surrounding areas.

The cottage is suited for 4 guests and comes equipped with one bedroom and 1 bathroom. The bedroom features a queen-size bed and the bathroom comes fitted with a bath, shower and wash basin. Other in room facilities include a kitchen, and a lounge equipped with a TV and double sleeper couch.

Peace of Heaven is situated 1.5 km from Cascades Shopping Centre with a Woolies Food, Checkers and various restaurants as well as Virgin Active and Pietermaritzburg’s world famous Mountain Bike Park. Midlands Mall is 3 km down the road which will meet any shopping and dining needs.

Duvet & Crumpets

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Do you need accommodation while in Pietermaritzburg? Then why not stay with us? We offer upmarket accommodation for business executives, families, sporting teams, tourists etc at affordable prices.

We have various accommodation options from B&B and self-catering for individuals as well as large groups. The rooms are beautifully furnished and each room has its own TV with limited DStv. In the guest house most rooms are en-suite, with their own TV. family rooms available, tea- and coffee-making facilities in each room. Please note these are not luxury rooms.

In the Self-Catering Units: These are equipped with fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. All crockery and linen provided. Laundry service at an additional fee. Secure off-street parking

The Garden Cottage offers 2 bedrooms, lounge dining room, kitchen and full bathroom. The cottages are fully equipped for your comfort and are ideal for short or long-term stays.

We are very conveniently situated in the northern suburbs and are close to all the amenities of Maritzburg – e.g. Royal Show Grounds, Victoria Country Club, Midlands Mall, City Hall (start of Comrades and cycling races) etc.

For security reasons, we only allow paying guests on the property.

7 on Oakleigh

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

7 On Oakleigh offers self-catering accommodation in the leafy, upmarket suburb of Wembley, on the north side of Pietermaritzburg, less than 5 km from the city centre. Wembley is a quiet, residential area and the atmosphere at 7 On Oakleigh is restful and serene.

Accommodation comprises 4 self-catering units, each with its own kitchenette and living area. Linen and towels are included. Each unit features a TV with DStv, and starter tea and coffee. The rooms are serviced daily during the week.

Also available to guests is a swimming pool, braai area, terrace and garden. The area has camera surveillance with a 24-hour manned guard hut and armed response. Secure off-street parking is provided with remote controlled access. A laundry service is available on request.

There are 2 gyms less than a 5 min drive away and there are a number of restaurants, pubs and coffee shops in the area. 7 on Oakleigh is close to the Liberty Midlands Mall, Cascades Mall, and Victoria Road Mall.

The Hilton Bush Lodge

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

The Hilton Bush Lodge offers accommodation in contemporary African bush bungalows. The Hilton Bush Lodge is situated 200 metres below the quaint village of Hilton, alongside the Umngeni Valley Nature Reserve and overlooking the majestic Rietspruit Falls.

Accommodation is offered in a lodge made up of individual rooms. Every comfort is catered for, including spacious rooms, en-suite bathrooms, sundecks and an indoor plunge pool in one of the rooms. The suites are equipped with a TV with DStv, tea- and coffee-making facilities, a toaster, microwave, fridge, and a hairdryer. Meal hampers are available on request.

Establishment facilities include a boardroom with a smart TV and conference facilities, a bar lounge with a fireplace, a wedding venue and chapel and a mountain bike wash bay. Both the chapel and the function venue have been designed to allow the outdoors to pour inwards and to open up onto magnificent views of the peaceful surroundings set within the bush.

The Hilton Bush Lodge is just minutes off the N3 highway and 2 km from Hilton College. The English country village of Hilton is less than 13 km from Pietermaritzburg at the start of the renowned Midlands Meander. Hilton College hosts the Hilton Arts Festival in September, bringing the best of South African theatre to KwaZulu-Natal. Attractions in the area include the Midlands Meander, the Nelson Mandela Capture Site, Howick Falls, Midmar Dam Nature Reserve, and Umngeni Valley Nature Reserve.

Baradinckals Bush Lodge

Pietermaritzburg Self Catering Accommodation

Nestled within the scenic surroundings of the Emanzini Game Reserve, Baradinckals Bush Lodge offers a memorable bushveld getaway to guests. It is located just outside of Albert Falls and is an ideal choice for nature enthusiasts.

Baradinckals Bush Lodge comprises 2 annex self-catering units. Each annex unit can accommodate 8 guest in 4 bedrooms with 3 en-suite bathrooms. Complementary coffee and tea is available in each annex unit.

The lodge has a communal fully equipped kitchen with a gas and electric stove, microwave oven and a fridge. Guests can also enjoy their drinks at the bar, which has a fridge and TV with DStv or relax in the communal open-plan living area with comfortable couches and a dining room table. The communal living area leads out onto a wooden deck with braai facilities and a boma, all with great views of the bush

The lodge is home to a wide range of plains animals including giraffe, wildebeest, eland, oribi, kudu, ostrich, zebra and warthog.
This lodge is an ideal setting for families and small private parties to unwind in the relaxed atmosphere of the Bushveld. Activities include game viewing, water sports, fishing, trail running, walking, mountain biking and bird watching, over 300 different bird species that have been spotted at the reserve.