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Berghouse and Cottages

Guest House

Review Summary

4.7 out of 5from 60 reviews for Berghouse and Cottages
Cleanliness
4.7/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.8/5
Safety
4.8/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Hein F - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hein F
With partner

Rus en vrede.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Diens is uitstekend en die kos was uit die boeke. Sorgvrye naweek hier spandeer met die mooiste mooi van uitsigte. 10/10 vir Berghouse and Cottages.

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Rest and peace.

We had a very nice stay. Service is excellent and the food was out of the books. Carefree weekend spent here with the most beautiful of views. 10/10 for Berghouse and Cottages.

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Enny K - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Enny K
With partner

Fantastic!

Absolutely fantastic! The cottage itself is very nice, comfortable and clean. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the location is close to great hikes.

Hester O - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hester O
With friends

Ek het kothuis baie klein gevind.

Ons het net 1 nag gebly, maar as ek langer moes bly was die kothuis te klein. Alles silwerskoon en uitsig onverbeterlik. Ons het warm geslaap en dit was'n ysige koue aand.

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I found cottage very small.

We only stayed 1 night, but if I had to stay longer the cottage was too small. Everything spotless and the view unbeatable. We slept warm and it was a freezing cold night.

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Kobus L - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Kobus L
With partner

Uitmuntende uitsig!

Pragtige ligging en uitsig! Mooiste dekor, heerlike kos met goeie diens. Ons het ook lekker geswem en gaan stap. Voorwaar 'n groot bederf!

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Excellent view!

Beautiful location and view! Most beautiful decor, delicious food with good service. We also had fun swimming and going for a walk. A big treat indeed!

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Ntombi A - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ntombi A
Individual traveller

Spectacular!

Location is everything. The views of the mountains are amazing. I live for sunsets so the Berghouse is just a perfect spot.

Cc G - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cc G
With partner

Puik!

Mooi, vriendelik en op tyd. Wil altyd help.

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Great!

Nice, friendly and on time. Always want to help.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello CcG, Thank you for your kind review after your visit.
We are pleased to read that you enjoyed your visit.
We hope to host you again sometime in the future, with warm greetings from us all.

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Henk V - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Henk V
Family with teenagers

Great views and great hikes on the property, would 100% recommend!

Stayed for 3 nights and the views of the Berg are awesome. Accommodation is exactly as advertised and extremely clean and tidy. Did the Otter trail hike on the property down to the Tugela river which is great for getting your feet in the water before hiking back up to the cottages. Would definitely recommend Berghouse and Cottages.

Roger H - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Roger H
With friends

Best views and fantastic cottages.

Very friendly reception, nice views. And fantastic atmosphere.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hi Roger, thank you for visiting our cottages. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay.
We look forward to the privilege of hosting you again sometime soon.
With warm regards from owners and staff.

Berghouse and Cottages
Johan S - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan S
With partner

Baie lekker en mooi.

Netjies en mooi. Baie goeie waarde vir geld.

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Very nice and beautiful.

Neat and beautiful. Very good value for money.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello Johan, thank you so much for selecting our destination to make your Drakensberg memories. We look forward to your return someday. Warm regards from owners and staff.

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Pieter B - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter B
Family with young children

Fantasties! Wens ons kon langer bly.

Die ligging is amazing and die blyplek was netjies en skoon. Die oggendete was bietjie duur, maar kwaliteit was great en aan die einde van die dag was ons bly ons het die oggendete bestel.

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Fantastic! Wish we could stay longer.

The location is amazing and the accommodation was neat and clean. The breakfast was a bit expensive, but the quality was great and at the end of the day we were glad we ordered the breakfast.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello Pieter,
Thank you for visiting our cottages in the Northern Drakensberg. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your return someday.
Warm greetings from the Berghouse and Cottages owners and staff.

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Hendrik O - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hendrik O
With partner

Ontspannend.

Lekker wegbreek van die stad af om net batterye weer te herlaai.

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Relaxing.

Nice break from the city to just recharge batteries.

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Charles G - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charles G
Individual traveller

Really lovely place.

Worked really well as beautifully appointed cottage. Amazing view.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Dear Charles,
Thank you for your kind review and most of all for your recent visit. We enjoyed hosting you and look forward to your return someday.
With warm greetings from owners and staff.

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Scott E - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Scott E
With partner

Very nice. Great food, very comfortable and relaxing.

Enjoyed it. Will be back soon. Relaxing and clean.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Dear Scott,
Thank you for your recent visit. We hope you will return someday soon.
Thank you for your kind review.
Warm greetings from a chilly Drakensberg.

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Sj D - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sj D
With partner

Heerlik ontspan.

Het ons verblyf terdeë geniet. Vriendelikheid van die personeel sal mens altyd laat terugkom. Beste uitsig, stil en rustig en die stap, hardloop roetes is wonderlik. Onthou die visstokke, kon 'n paar mooi swartbaars en blouwangsonvissies vang.

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Great relax.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Friendliness of the staff will always keep you coming back. Best view, quiet and peaceful and the walking, running routes are wonderful. Remember the fishing rods, managed to catch some nice black bass and blue cheek sunfish.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hi SJ,
Dankie vir die kuier, en jou mooi woorde.
We enjoyed hosting you and look forward to the privilege of hosting you again.
Met warm groete van die Drakensberge

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Rosie S - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rosie S
With partner

Room with a view.

What an absolute gem of a place. We loved every second. The food was amazing and the staff so friendly and helpful. The views of the Amphitheater are amazing! We will definitely be back very soon!

Chris R - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris R

Stukkie hemel tussen die berge.

Wonderlik! As ons daar kan intrek sal ons! Fun detail, wonderlike blyplek. Pragtige ligging. Het klaar weer bespreek.

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Piece of heaven between the mountains.

Wonderful! If we can move in there we will! Fun detail, great place to stay. Beautiful location. Already booked again.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Thank you for visiting our destination in the Northern Drakensberg Mountains Chris, it was a pleasure to have you here, we look forward to your return visit, with warm greetings from us all at the Berghouse and Cottages

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Ben S - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Ben S
With partner

Heerlik met mooi uitsig.

Baie lekker gekuier en lekker voëls gekyk.

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Delicious with a nice view.

Had a great time and enjoyed watching birds.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Greetings from the Northern Drakensberg mountains,
Thank you so much for selecting the Berghouse and Cottages for your Drakensberg experience. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay, we look forward to your return someday soon.
With warm greetings from the Berghouse team.

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Nadia B - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Nadia B
With partner

Dit was 'n heerlike, ontspannende paar dae in die berge.

Phinda Suite 7 is omtrent so groot soos 'n dubbelgarage. Die foto's laat die spasie beslis bietjie groter lyk as wat dit is. Die binnekaggel en uitsig van die stoep af, was pragtig. Die kombuisspasie is net regtig knap en daar is nie 'n braaibak nie. Die eenheid het wel 'n 1-plaat induksiestoof (alhoewel die beskrywing sê geen stoofgeriewe nie), wat ons nogal baie gebruik het.

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It was a lovely, relaxing couple of days in the mountains.

Phinda Suite 7 is about the size of a double garage. The photos definitely make the space look a little bigger than it is. The indoor fireplace and view from the porch was beautiful. The kitchen space is just really neat and there is no braai. The unit does have a 1-plate induction stove (although the description says no stove facilities), which we used quite a bit.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Dear Nadia,
Thank you for visiting our destination in the mountains. We enjoyed hosting you. Thank you for noting the induction stove and micro-kitchen facilities, we will mention this to Lekkeslaap. We are pleased you enjoyed the mountain views. We look forward to the privilege of hosting you upon your return someday
With warm greetings from owners and staff.

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Carla N - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carla N
With partner

Skoon, mooi.

Die plek is asemrowend mooi maar die kospryse is belaglik. R150. 00 vir 'n ontbyt.

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Clean, beautiful.

The place is breathtakingly beautiful but the food prices are ridiculous. R150. 00 for a breakfast.

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Michael M - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Michael M
On business

Amazing views.

Great accommodations for a comfortable stay for 10 people.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hi Michael,
We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay, we look forward to your return someday soon.
Kind regards from us all at the Berghouse and Cottages

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Pierre P - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pierre P
With partner

Berg wegbreek.

Alhoewel dit meeste van die tyd gereën het sedert ons aankoms, het ons die twee nagte baie geniet. Toe die wolke lig op ons vertrek-oggend, kon mens die pragtige omgewing eers werklik waardeer en was ons spyt om te vertrek! Sal beslis B&C weer besoek as ons so bietjie moet "detox" van die lewe se gejaag.

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Mountain getaway.

Although it rained most of the time since our arrival, we really enjoyed the two nights. When the clouds lifted on the morning of our departure, one could only really appreciate the beautiful surroundings and we were sorry to leave! Will definitely visit B&C again if we need to "detox" a bit from the hustle and bustle of life.

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Louise S - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Louise S
With partner

Heerlike kuier, akkommodasie baie gerieflik.

Baie goeie diens, vriendelike personeel en lekker ontbyt.

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Great visit, accommodation very comfortable.

Very good service, friendly staff and nice breakfast.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello Louise,
Thank you for visiting our cottages in the Northern Drakensberg. We hope you made great memories here. We look forward to your return someday.
Warm greetings from us all.

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Sonja C - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Sonja C
With friends

Clean, comfortable and homey.

We only spent one night there. Beautiful view. Comfortable beds. Lots of personal touches that makes the unit easy to live in. Would definitely stay here again.

Elsie M - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elsie M
With partner

Bo verwagting.

Berghouse was perfek vir ons. Alles was silwerskoon en goed versorg. Die huis is pragtig en goed toegerus. Die uitsig is asemrowend mooi. Die omgewing was stil en rustig. Personeel vriendelik. Ons kon vir niks meer vra nie.

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Above expectation.

Berghouse was perfect for us. Everything was spotless and well cared for. The house is beautiful and well equipped. The view is breathtakingly beautiful. The environment was quiet and peaceful. Staff friendly. We couldn't ask for anything more.

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Marisa B - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marisa B
With friends

Stunning and tranquil.

A wonderful, affordable and well positioned beautiful place. The pool view and views of the amphitheatre are exceptional and cannot be missed, I cannot imagine a better place for sundowners. Royal Natal Park is almost as close as you can get with breathtaking scenery. The food was excellent and served in the comfort of your cottage. Maximal relaxation.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hi Marisa, thank you for your kind review. We look forward to your return someday.
With warm regards, owners and staff.

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Kevin S - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kevin S
With partner

Beautiful establishment.

I thought I booked a house by the edge overlooking the valley below the hill, but to my surprise, this was not a problem as the pen to the miniature horses was in front of us and it was fascinating to watch them the whole day. Apart from that the scenery of the establishment was amazing. There are hiking trails there as well just outside the gate. There is one thing I recommend others to bring along is their own wood (hardwood) they did provide a bundle of wood on the house during my stay but it's more for a fireplace only really which was awesome by the way.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello Kevin,
Thank you for visiting us as well as your kind review.
We have wood for sale on-site, black wattle, and gum, we have never had any problems with this wood for the fireplaces, we provide a daily replenishment, there are always 5 bundles supplied, more than enough for a braai. We do recommend you bring some charcoal to add to the fire to braai on. We hope you left us with excellent memories of your stay, we look forward to your return someday.
Kind regards Berghouse owners and staff.

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Cilette H - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cilette H
Large group

Perfekte ligging en uitleg.

Kothuis is goed toegerus en skoon. Alles wat ons nodig gehad het, was daar en in 'n wonderlike ligging. Kothuis 1 is ideaal vir 'n groep vriende of familie.

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Perfect location and layout.

Cottage is well equipped and clean. Everything we needed was there and in a great location. Cottage 1 is ideal for a group of friends or family.

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Fred B - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fred B
With partner

Nog nooit vantevore deurgaans `n "5" aan 'n gastehuis toegeken nie!

Ontsettende pragtige omgewing en bestuur doen baie moete om plek netjies en skoon te hou.

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Never before consistently awarded a "5" to a guest house!

Shockingly beautiful environment and management does a lot to keep the place neat and clean.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello Freddie,

Dankie vir die kuier en vir jou mooi woorde.

Ons is geïnspireer deur u resensie, en dit sal aan ons span genoem word. Ons sien uit na u terugkeer binnekort.

Met hartlike groete uit die Noordelike Drakensberge.

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Stephanne S - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephanne S
With partner

Peaceful and quiet. Nice trail for a morning walk.

Really enjoyed our 2 night stay. The cottage was good for 2 guests. Very peaceful.

Mike H - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Mike H
Family with young children

Home away from home.

Wonderful stay in a beautiful environment. Impeccably clean and neat furnishings and friendly staff.

Simone V - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Simone V
With partner

Unieke wegbreek en absoluut die moeite werd.

Het die wegbreek baie geniet, regtig besonders. Die personeel is vriendelik en hulpvaardig. Word definitief aanbeveel.

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Unique getaway and absolutely worth it.

Really enjoyed the break, really special. The staff are friendly and helpful. Definitely recommended.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Thank you for your feedback and visit, Simone. We enjoyed hosting you and look forward to your return.
Kind regards, the Berghouse and Cottages team.

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Marié O - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Marié O
Family with teenagers

Rustieke sjarme met pragtige uitsigte.

Op 'n plaas, soveel teksture en foto-geleenthede, miniatuur perdjies is te oulik. Swembad is iets besonders. Bietjie ongelyk vir oumense. Geen hoë heinings, maar ons het veilig gevoel. As ek kan aanbeveling maak: bietjie beter taak-beligting in die kombuisie sou baie help. Pragtig skoon en rustigheid vir jou siel.

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Rustic charm with beautiful views.

On a farm, so many textures and photo opportunities, miniature horses are too cute. Swimming pool is something special. A bit uneven for old people. No high fences, but we felt safe. If I can make a recommendation: a little better task lighting in the kitchen would help a lot. Beautifully clean and peaceful for your soul.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello Marie,
Thank you for the visit and kind words.
We will make sure that there is more lighting in the bathroom, perhaps one of the 2 globes has fused.
The swimming pool is an Infinity Rock Pool, by the very nature of this pool there won't be many flat areas, we suggest to the elderly to hold onto the waterfall as they enter the pool, but thank you for mentioning this.
We have a high fence around the swimming pool to prevent toddlers from entering without parent supervision.
We look forward to your return someday,
Greetings to the family from us all at the Berghouse and Cottages

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Marguerite C - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marguerite C
With friends

Beautiful views, secluded and quiet. We loved it.

Our house was clean and beautiful and the setting and views are excellent. We just struggled with the hot water in the one bathroom but did report it to reception.

Olivia W - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Olivia W
Family with young children

Pleasant.

Great place, absolutely stunning views. Worth a trip out there.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Thank you for visiting our destination Olivia, we are thrilled you enjoyed your stay, warm greetings from owners and staff.

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Vicky B - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Vicky B
With partner

Ligging is puik!

Ons het lekker gekuier! Ons het gebly in Thula Thula Cottage 9. Dit was netjies, skoon en gemaklik. Die ontbyt en aandete was smaaklik. Die top punte vir ons was die uitkyk en die lekker kaggel - so romanties.

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Location is great!

We had a good time! We stayed in Thula Thula Cottage 9. It was neat, clean and comfortable. The breakfast and dinner were tasty. The top things for us were the view and the nice fireplace - so romantic.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Thank you for visiting our "Little Mountain Paradise"
We enjoyed hosting you and hope we can do the same again soon.

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Leon L - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Leon L
With partner

Besonders gerieflik by die swembad. Die kos wat by die chalet afgelewer word is puik.

Alhoewel die laaste gedeelte na die lodge ’n grondpad is, kan enige voertuig dit tydsaam bemagtig. As jy na stilte soek dan gaan jy na Berghouse and Cottages toe. As jy vier seisoene op een dag soek is dit ook hier. Tog is elke ondervinding 'n herinnering. Beslis lekker.

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Particularly comfortable at the pool. The food delivered to the chalet is great.

Although the last section to the lodge is a dirt road, any vehicle can make it in time. If you are looking for silence then you go to Berghouse and Cottages. If you are looking for four seasons in one day it is also here. Yet every experience is a memory. Definitely nice.

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Gerhard V - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Gerhard V
With partner

Teleurstellend.

Ervaring van spesifieke eenheid erg teleurstellend.

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Disappointing.

Experience of specific unit very disappointing.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Dear Gehard,
We are saddened to see your review. You obviously had a terrible time, we are uncertain why you had such a torrid time. Surprisingly you mentioned nothing to us while you were visiting, we would have certainly corrected what it was that never met your expectation.
We strive to please our clients with something more than expected. Clearly, we have failed in your case.
We are all at a loss as to what could have gone wrong. Should you happen to read our reply, please contact us to discuss further.
Our location is rural, out in the country, high up in the Northern Drakensberg mountains overlooking the magnificent Drakensberg mountains.
We wish you well.

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Ronel H - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ronel H
With partner

Stunning place with great views.

Very clean and well equipped cottages. Amazing views. Very relaxing.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello Ronel,
Thank you for your kind review and most of all for visiting our destination in the Northern Drakensberg mountains.
It was a pleasure to host you and look forward to your return visit someday soon. With warm regards from all at the Berghouse and Cottages.

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Helet P - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Helet P
Family with young children

Pragtige huisies met asemrowende uitsig en geriewe.

Cottage nr. 1 was perfek vir ons 2 gesinne. Baie lekker uitleg in die eenheid met pragtige uitsig op die amfiteater. Groot tafel buite met lieflike speelareas vir die kinders. Kombuis het heerlik gewerk en ons het soos konings geëet. Sal vir seker terugkom na hierdie juweel van 'n plek.

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Beautiful houses with breathtaking views and facilities.

Cottage no. 1 was perfect for our 2 families. Very nice layout in the unit with a beautiful view of the amphitheater. Large table outside with lovely play areas for the children. Kitchen worked wonderfully and we ate like kings. Will definitely come back to this gem of a place.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hallo Helet,
Dankie vir die kuier en mooi woorde. Ek hoop dat julle een van die dae weer sal kom besoek. Alles van die beste, einaars en staff, Berghouse and Cottages.

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Jimmy D - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jimmy D
With partner

Berghouse and Cottages is an absolute wonder. Peace and utter awe we never had anywhere else. A true blessing.

We had the most comfortable and wonderful stay in Thamela Cottage nr 1. The cottage inside was spotless and catered for far more than we expected. Words cannot describe the peace an quiet there. Whether going on adventures or simply to rest and relax, they have it all. The entire retreat is stunning, all the unique cottages, horse camps, view points and the rock pool took our breath away. We will most definitely stay there again. Grateful hearts from Rustenburg and Hibberdene.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello Hanri,
Thank you for visiting us in the Northern Drakensberg and for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting you all and hope that you will give us the pleasure of doing the same sometime soon.
With warm regards from the chilly Drakensberg.

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Leana H - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leana H
With partner

Berghouse and Cottages bied heerlike, ontspannende verblyf.

Ons het baie lekker gekuier. Sal gerus weer gaan.

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Berghouse and Cottages offers wonderful, relaxing accommodation.

We had a great time. Will go again.

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Hallo Leana,
Dankie vir die mooi woorde and kuier. Kom besoek weer. Vriendelike groete, Vaughn en Chantal.

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Penny S - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Penny S
Family with teenagers

Lovely family breakaway with a superb view!

Thank you Vaughn for a great stay - just what we needed to recoup as a family!

Olivia W - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Olivia W
Family with teenagers

Unbelievable.

Unbelievable views. Outstanding cottage. Just perfect. Will definitely go back. Everyone in my group loved it.

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Hello Olivia,
Thank you for your kind review, and most of all for visiting our little mountain paradise. We hope we may host you all again sometime soon, all the best. Warm regards from us all at the Berghouse and Cottages.

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Dian L - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dian L
With partner

Fantastiese plekkie met die mooiste uitsig en mense!

Definitief ’n plek waarnatoe ons sal teruggaan. Baie mooi skoon en uniek. Waarlik waarde vir geld!

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Fantastic place with the most beautiful view and people!

Definitely a place we will go back to. Very nice clean and unique. Truly value for money!

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Petro V - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Petro V
With partner

Asemrowende ervaring. Sal definitief weer terug.

Ons verblyf was baie lekker gewees. Die atmosfeer in die kamer sowel as by die hele gebied was van top gehalte. Die rustigheid is sielekos wat enige persoon sal verfris. Ek kan dit beslis aanbeveel vir enige iemand wat 'n rustige en lekker plek soek om te gaan rus en verfris.

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Breathtaking experience. Will definitely be back.

Our accommodation was really nice. The atmosphere in the room as well as the area was top-notch. Peaceful soul that would recharge anyone. I can definitely recommend it to anyone in need of a peacefu place to recharge.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

It was a great pleasure to host you both, thank you for the kind words and positive feedback! we hope you will return soon, with warm regards from the Berghouse Cottages owners and staff.

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Francien R - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francien R
With partner

Ongelooflik

Baie aangename ontvangs. Verblyf baie skoon en netjies. Pragtige uitsig, heerlike warm bed en het behoorlik lekker geslaap. Baie dankie. Was 'n wonderlike wegbreek.

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Ubelievable

Warm reception. Clean and tidy accommodation. Stunning view, nice warm bed, got a good night's rest. Thank you very much. It was a wonderful getaway.

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Berghouse and Cottages 's response

The pleasure of hosting you was ours! Thank you for visiting our "little mountain paradise", we wish to welcome you to our Berghouse family, and hope that it won't be too long that we see you again, with warm regards from us all at the Berghouse and Cottages

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Dirk L - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Dirk L
With partner

Dit was 'n baie besielende ervaring.

Die Berghouse is op 'n asemrowende deel van die Bergville-omgewing geleë. As jy belangstel in die natuur en pragtige uitsigte op die Drakensberge, dan moet jy hier oorslaap. Die verblyf was uitstekend en baie gerieflik. Heerlike kaggel in die rondawel wat die winter koue uithou. Bederf jouself en gaan besoek Berghouse. Vaughn is 'n baie goeie gasheer.

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It was an inspiring experience.

The Berghouse is located in a breathtaking part of the Bergville area. If you are interested in nature and lovely views on the Drakensberg, you have to spend the night here. The accommodation was outstanding and very comfortable. Lovely fireplace in the rondawel keeping the winter cold at bay. Spoil yourself and visit Berghouse. Vaughn is a wonderful host.

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Dankie vir die besoek en mooi woorde! It was a privilege to host you both and we hope to see you again in the not too distant future.
With warm regards from us all at the Berghouse and Cottages, Northern Drakensberg, South Africa.

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Erika D - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Erika D
With friends

Stunning uitsig, baie mooi geleë, netjies, vriendelike ontvangs.

Die plek is baie mooi geleë, baie oorspronklik, alles mooi skoon. Die mense was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam, ons het baie lekker gebly.

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Stunning view, well located, neat, friendly service.

The place is well located, very original, everything nice and clean. The people were friendly and helpful. We had a pleasant stay.

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Ingram A - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Ingram A
Family with young children

Arduous 5 km drive off tarmac to cottages. Ponies and horses roam the grounds, therefore many flies - bring your own spray for them!

The place is full of flies. There is no airconditioning and the fans are totally inadequate. Tap water discoloured and unpleasant, have to go to main house everytime to get clear, fresh supply. Likewise, WiFi only available at reception. Crockery missing and tin opener hasn't worked for years. Of course the unusual heat wave made for more discomfort. Don't forget clothing or anything there - the owners response: "We do not post things on"

Berghouse and Cottages 's response

Thank you for taking the time to write your review.We value all contributions as we strive to make our clients stay as comfortable as possible.The driveway to the cottages is an unpaved driveway, the distance to be exact is 3 kilometers long, 6 meters wide,well maintained gravel road as advertised, with astounding views of the panoramic spectrum of the entire Central and Northern Drakensberg mountains.We are sad that the heatwave experienced throughout the country including the Drakensberg affected you so badly, we have never experienced the like before as the heatwave was 10 degrees warmer than we have ever recorded on site.We try and provide as many fans to the cottages as possible, some years the fans are not used at all.WiFi provided is free of charge, had you inquired, we would have gladly pointed out the Hotspots to you.We take an inventory of the cottages as soon as guests leave the premises, our humble apology if you found the tin opener unusable, we will take immediate action with this regard.We have a strict fly control program, we have noticed,due to the heatwave, that the fly population increased,for those few days,however, we provide all cottages with fly spray if there is a need.The water supply is from a spring,chlorinated and used for domestic purposes,drinking water is also provided in the cottages and refilled on a daily basis, we are sad to hear that you had to specially request more water, we will certainly bring this to the attention of our housekeeper. Due to the quantity of goods including clothing left behind by visitors and the recent strikes,long queues at the Post Office, we refrain from posting goods back as explained.We hope this reply assists in as positive manner as intended.We hope that you will pluck up the courage to return someday soon.

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Phil M - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Phil M
With partner

Die mooiste uitsig en netjiesste chalet.

Berghouse and Cottages was op my lysie om nog te gaan besoek. Was daar en wens ek kan sommer vinnig weer gaan. Vergeet van die stad en besige lewe. Gaan ontspan met die mooiste uitsig oor die Drakensberge. Geriewe is top-gehalte en daar is genoeg om almal besig te hou.

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The most beautiful view and neatest chalet.

Berghouse and Cottages was on my list to visit. Been there and wish I could go again soon. Forget about the city and busy life. Go and relax with the most beautiful view of the Drakensberg. Amenities are top quality and there is plenty to keep everyone busy.

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Carlien B - May 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carlien B
Family with young children

Wonderlike plek! Die mooiste uitsig. Net wat ons nodig gehad het.

Die beligting in die kombuis is swak. 'n Mens kan niks sien as jy saans skottelgoed was nie. En die nota op die yskas wat waarsku dat jy alles moet los soos jy dit gekry het anders betaal jy R150 het my bietjie afgesit. 'n Mens gaan op vakansie om jou nie te bekommer oor beddens opmaak en skottelgoed was nie, om weg te kom van daaglikse take. Iemand het wel kom skoonmaak, maar net so bolangs. Ek het deur die skottelgoed gegaan wat ons nie gebruik het nie en dit was nie baie skoon nie.

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Wonderful place! The most beautiful view. Just what we needed.

The lighting in the kitchen is poor. One can't see anything when washing dishes at night. And the note on the fridge warning that you must leave everything as you found it or you will pay R150 put me off a bit. One goes on vacation not to worry about making beds and washing dishes, to get away from daily chores. Someone did come to clean, but just like upstairs. I went through the dishes we didn't use and they weren't very clean.

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Martijn V - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Martijn V
Family with young children

Magnificent views and surroundings in the Drakensberg.

Cosy, but simple cottage with great views. The cottages are situated on a hill in front of the Amfitheather. We spent two whole days on the hill hiking and horse riding. Very relaxed. Great for kids as they can feed the horses. Owners are very kind.

Kirsti W - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kirsti W
With friends

Excellent

The Berghouse and Cottages is a fantastic place to stay. The cottages are so cute with everything you could need and the food is spectacular!

Amissa K - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Amissa K
With partner

This is a lovely little place with a beautiful view, very calm and cozy.

We had a great weekend at Berghouse and Cottages. The room was very cozy with cute furniture. We really enjoyed our evenings on the little terrace with view on the mountains, braai (barbecue) and even a little fire that we made with the wood that was provided. Only thing that could be improved: the fridge is tiny :) But it wasn't a big problem, I would always recommend theis place!nnThank you very much!

Adele S - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Adele S
With partner

Quaint accommodation in an amazing setting.

We arrived when the weather was bad, and happily lit the fire in the fireplace, and enjoyed the provided sherry while relaxing by the fire and listening to the thunder. The morning after we saw the amazing view from our room. Really special.

Anneke W - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Anneke W
Large group

'n Fantasties uitsig oor die berge, maar die pad is nie baie toeganklik vir 'n gewone motor nie.

'n Rustige, asemrowende uitsig!

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A fantastic view of the mountains, but the road is not very accessible for a regular car.

A peaceful, breathtaking view!

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Marius B - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marius B
With partner

Gemaklik, gerieflik en ontspanne!

Sien die sterre hieronder.

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Easy, comfortable and relaxed!

See the stars below.

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Henriette R - Feb 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Henriette R
Large group

Mooi huisie om te sien; slaapkamers was mooi.

Ontvangs was vriendelik. Huisie is mooi, maar woonkamer erg klein en vol meubels. Keukentoerusting was niet voldoende. Ons het lekker gebraai en gesit op de stoep (met pragtig uitzicht op het amfitheater). Min-puntje: ons Hollanders sit graag op de stoep. De stoelen is niet fijn om te ontspan. Plus-puntje: eienaar het uitsigtpunt gemaak boonop de heuwel. Hier kan jy lekker ontspan, van die uitsigt geniet met een glaasie wyn in jou hand. (terugvoer van buitelandse gas)

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Nice house to see; bedrooms were nice.

Reception was friendly. The house is beautiful, but the living room is very small and full of furniture. Kitchen equipment was not sufficient. We had a nice barbecue and sat on the stoep (with a beautiful view of the amphitheater). Minus point: we Dutch like to sit on the stoep. The chairs are not nice for relaxing. Plus point: the owner has made a viewpoint on top of the hill. Here you can relax, enjoy the view with a glass of wine in your hand. (return of foreign gas)

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Erika V - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Erika V
With friends

Het werklik beter verwag.

Onderhoud is beslis nie op standaard nie. Daar was verskeie gloeilampe wat nie gewerk het nie. Dit het heelwat gereën gedurende ons verblyf, dus kon ons sien waar die dak in die sitkamer lek ─ ook naby elektriese muurproppe. Die mikrogolfoond is nie in 'n goeie werkende toestand nie. Die WiFi waarvan gepraat word, is net onder die akkerboom by die ontvangs beskikbaar! Gedurende ons verblyf, die derde nag, het 'n waterpyp in die een kamer se dak/plafon gebars. My seun moes emmers en bakke gebruik om die water op te vang ... Die beddegoed en die vloer was sopnat. As ons meer persone in die huis was, sou dit 'n goeie gemors gewees het. Hy't die volgende dag na 'n ander kamer geskuif. Die dubbelbed in die middelkamer is van swak gehalte. Ek hoop ander het beter verblyf beleef. Sal dit nie aanbeveel nie.

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Really expected better.

Maintenance is definitely not up to standard. There were several light bulbs that did not work. It rained a lot during our stay, so we could see where the roof was leaking in the living room ─ also near electrical wall plugs. The microwave oven is not in good working order. The WiFi we are talking about is available just under the oak tree at the reception! During our stay, the third night, a water pipe burst in one room's roof/ceiling. My son had to use buckets and bowls to catch the water... The bedding and the floor were soaking wet. If we had more persons in the house, it would have been a good mess. The next day he moved to another room. The double bed in the middle room is of poor quality. I hope others have had better experiences. Would not recommend it.

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Leigh C - Aug 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leigh C
Family with teenagers

Great value for money

We enjoyed a short but relaxing stay. Beautiful surroundings, well appointed, comfortable accommodation and great hosts. We will be back.

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    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: R304 Northern Drakensberg Road, Jagersrust, 36 km from Bergville, 3354, KwaZulu-Natal
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