Chikanka
Chikanka
Featuring mountain views, Chikanka provides accommodation with patio, around 1.5 km from Himeville Museum. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house offers lake views and a picnic area. The units in the guest house are equipped with a kettle. There is a private bathroom with walk-in shower in all units, along with a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the guest house can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Himeville Nature Reserve is 2.8 km from Chikanka, while Coleford Nature Reserve is 43 km away. Pietermaritzburg Airport is 129 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Khesar
South Africa“Host and staff are friendly and welcoming, property is very clean and nice view” 
Gugu South Africa“The staff very friendly and helpful.The place very clean and comfortable.”- Nkosinolwazi South Africa“The views were exceptional. Lots of peace and quite.”
Andre South Africa“Everything!! We stayed here overnight before Sani2C, but if I could do it again, I would’ve come 2 nights before. Lovely large comfortable room, stunning hospitality, amazing pre-race breakfast. We would definitely consider staying here again!”
Carey South Africa“BREAKFAST WAS EXCELLENT AND ACCOMMODATED MY VEGETARIAN NEEDS. ANITA AND TEX ARE LOVELY HOSTS AND ARE HAPPY TO GO OUT THEIR WAY YOU HELP. ROOM WAS LOVELY AND COZY. HIGHLY RECOMMEND CHIKANKA”
Julia
United Kingdom“Stunning location and scenery - wish we had booked longer - owners were very helpful and went above and beyond the”- Suzette South Africa“Anita is a very friendly hostess. We realltly enjoyed staying at the facility. Beautiful place and surroundings. All nicely decorated and complimentary rusks and milk in the kitchen. Excellent breakfast. We highly recommend.”
- Gill South Africa“Anita and Tusiwe were amazing hosts. Anita was very forthcoming with information regarding the area and places to visit. It was a home away from home as Anita was so easy going. The breakfast, which was included in the room rate was very tasty...”
Patrick
Qatar“The owners were very friendly and made sure we were comfortable.”
Quality rating
Hosted by Tex and Anita
Property surroundings
Facilities of ChikankaGreat facilities! Review score, 9.6
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Lake view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Horse ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
Living Area
- Sofa
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
Services
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Private check-in/check-out
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Security alarm
General
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
- English
- Zulu
House rulesChikanka takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
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.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Chikanka 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.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.
Legal information
FAQs about Chikanka
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Chikanka offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Horse riding
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Chikanka is 800 yards from the centre of Himeville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Chikanka may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Chikanka include:
- Double
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Check-in at Chikanka is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
