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Offering a garden and garden view, Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages is set in Himeville, 4.4 km from Himeville Museum and 5.7 km from Himeville Nature Reserve. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, each unit also comes with a satellite flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, wardrobe and a seating area with a sofa. Some units have a balcony and/or a patio with mountain views. The units feature a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Himeville, like cycling. Coleford Nature Reserve is 46 km from Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages, while Vergelegen Nature Reserve is 33 km away. Pietermaritzburg Airport is 132 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for Himeville
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tania
    South Africa South Africa
    Our host ,Joy was very friendly and checked up on us and made sure we were comfortable and if we needed anything she was just a call away. Very clean ,neat and cozy. Lots of heating so we were very warm. Also very well lit.Close to shopping center...
  • Lelani
    South Africa South Africa
    We loved our stay at Woody's Cabin, and wished we could have stayed longer. Everything was great and Joy is lovely. We have booked our December stay at Woody's!
  • Dmitrii
    Russia Russia
    The perfect location in Drakenbergs, near the road to Lesotho. Very clean water, nice cottage, everything is very cozy.
  • Aleida
    South Africa South Africa
    Easy accessible - ample space - clean and comfortable
  • Emmanuel
    France France
    Superbe site, vue magnifique et le chalet est superbe, grand jardin, grand chalet, beaucoup de charme et d'authenticité. Idéal pour base pour se balader Très calme Pas très loin (15 min) d'Unterberg avec restaurants et supermarché

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 Underberg Accommodation

Company review score: 8.9Based on 179 reviews from 10 properties
10 managed properties

Company information

Underberg Accommodation is a locally owned and run accommodation reservations service in the Southern Drakensberg. We offer personalized service to guests wanting to book accommodation and activities in Underberg and Himeville. Underberg and its surrounding area have a quality selection of bed and breakfast, self-catering, hotel, camping and backpacker’s accommodation. Skilled management and friendly hospitality make our owners proud of the Underberg and Himeville accommodation establishments. Relax and take in the tranquility and beauty of the area in the type of accommodation most suited to you, your family or friends.

Property information

Woodys Log Cabin is a quaint self-catering, pet friendly 2-3 sleeper cottage, located on a private farm, close to a river just outside Himeville in the Southern Drakensberg. The private cottage is well-equipped with everything guests may need for a supremely comfortable stay. It is located in a secure fenced in garden. Linen and towels provided. We are pet friendly but please bring their own beds. It has 1 bedroom with double bed as well as a single bed in TV room. There is bathroom with a shower, and toilet. The living area is a beautiful open plan kitchen, lounge, and dining room, with TV with selected DStv channels and a fireplace. The lounge opens onto a large private balcony and a garden, which offers gorgeous mountain views. Take the peaceful walks or hikes or perhaps some fly-fishing. There is a Gas braai is available as well as secure parking. Watch the sun set on the gorgeous veranda with 6-seater table and stunning berg views. Free Wi-Fi.

Neighbourhood information

The Southern Drakenberg is very well known for its majestic beauty with towering mountains, crystal rivers and friendly locals. There is so much to do including hiking, cycling, mountain bike trails, trout fishing, paddling, picnics to name a few. Enjoy the gorgeous local restaurants. Take a tour up Sani pass.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Wellness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Activities
  • Squash
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Children's playground
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Woodys & Swallows Nest 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.

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 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

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

FAQs about Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages

  • Yes, Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

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

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages on this page.

  • Check-in at Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

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

  • Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages is 1.9 miles from the centre of Himeville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Woodys & Swallows Nest Cottages offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Squash
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Waxing services
    • Beauty Services
    • Neck massage
    • Horse riding
    • Body treatments
    • Facial treatments
    • Hand massage
    • Manicure
    • Couples massage
    • Back massage
    • Full body massage
    • Make up services
    • Foot massage
    • Pedicure
    • Head massage