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The Croft offers accommodations in Hilton, 4.3 miles from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 7.1 miles from KwaZulu-Natal Museum. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. When staying at the villa, guests can use private entrance. The Croft provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop, and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine. At the villa complex, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. There is an on-site snack bar, and during warmer months you can make use of the barbecue facilities. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve is 7.7 miles from The Croft, while Comrades Marathon House is 8.3 miles from the property. Pietermaritzburg Airport is 11 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Tennis court

Golf course (within 2 miles)

Fishing


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
9.2
High score for Hilton

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ashwin
    South Africa South Africa
    Kudo's to Lizzi and Andy the exceptional service and hospitality accorded to me was astounding Will definitely stay at The Croft again
  • Jacqueline
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful accommodation and setup, the fireplace and old stove etc make it such a niche spot. Lizzy is easy to communicate with and super friendly. The farm fresh eggs are an added bonus!
  • Elaine
    South Africa South Africa
    The hospitality and the cottage was beautify and clean
  • Paul
    South Africa South Africa
    What a gem. I mad the booking at the last minute, Lizzi, the host was in contact very swiftly with details on how to get to the Croft and details about the area. Upon arrival I was greeted like a long lost friend, so appreciated after a long...
  • Lebogang
    South Africa South Africa
    What is in the pictures is exactly what you get when you arrive. The place is well taken care of and I always came back home to a good smelling cottage after a long day of doing activities.
  • Samora
    South Africa South Africa
    The people here are the best. Very friendly and proactive in a warm welcoming manner. The facility is very convenient for any type of traveler. It literally exceeded my expectations and outshines many
  • Bert
    South Africa South Africa
    met at the gate personally by the owner, very accommodating and provided information regards the surrounding area.
  • Mbali
    South Africa South Africa
    The Entire place was AMAZING, My Partner and I Loved loved the entire Cottage it had EVERYTHING we needed, honestly felt like home. The host was very friendly, helpful & Caring . She always checked up on us as well , the Staff were very kind as...
  • Charleen
    South Africa South Africa
    I did not have breakfast as I took the self catering option. Lizzi was wonderful and offered me freshly laid eggs to make. I had such a lovely stay. The units are beautiful and I can see it took a lot of planning and great care in designing each...
  • Patricia
    South Africa South Africa
    The Croft was exceptional. Spacious, comfortable, everything you need in working order. Very good Wi-Fi. Easy parking. Attention to detail. Fabulous décor. Lizzie is an exceptional host. Available, helpful and caring which is a big bonus when one...

Managed by LIZZI HAYDEN

Company review score: 9.9Based on 166 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We purchased this property in August 2018 and started renovations on the outbuildings. We opened for business in August 2019. We got our rescue donkeys in November 2018 and then came our chickens and finally our goats. Our units are almost 100% up-cycled and we have a full Eco Solar Power system with gas geysers. We try to live off grid as much as possible. We live on the property and have 5 rescue dogs. We so look forward to welcoming you to our unique lofts

Property info

The HAYLOFT, The CROFTERS LOFT, The SHEPHERDS LOFT and The FARRIERS are full self catering cottages set in the spectacular village of central Hilton. We are located close to upmarket schools, restaurants,shopping centres, hospitals, many major sporting events and The Midlands Meander. Just 10 minutes drive to Pietermaritzburg and an hour and a half to King Shaka Airport. We run on a solar system so load shedding does not affect us. Reminiscent of a small Celtic hill farm the external appearance of our extensively upcycled eco-friendly Lofts are spacious, light, stylish with well appointed interiors promoting tranquility. The en-suites contain a walk in shower, basin and loo. The lofts come with a King size bed (The Crofters Loft) and queen sized bed (Hayloft, Farriers and Shepherds Loft). The Farriers also has bunk beds in the 2nd bedroom. Beautiful wood burning fireplaces, gas hobs, quality crockery & utensils, Netflix on a Samsung Smart TV, Wifi and garden area with a Weber braai. Tea, coffee, milk, biscuits/rusks and our 'fresh free-range eggs' are provided. Enjoy a coffee in the garden or cosy up by the fire under Sherpa blankets and a glass of wine.

Neighborhood info

Hilton is a quaint and quiet village set in the Natal Midlands. We have a wonderful climate from misty days and nights to full sunshine. We are on the Midlands Meander which offers guests a wealth of experiences

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Croft
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Food & Drink

  • Snack bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Activities

  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site

Outdoor & View

  • Garden view
  • View

Building Characteristics

  • Detached

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping

Miscellaneous

  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, 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 need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Croft of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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

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

FAQs about The Croft

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Croft (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Croft may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at The Croft is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
  • Yes, The Croft is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Croft is 1.5 miles from the center of Hilton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Croft on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Croft (subject to availability) that have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.