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Swallowfield Rondavels

Farm stay

Swallowfield, R600 Cathkin Valley, Central Drakensberg

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
10 mentions

The Rondavel was in such a great location for us

What a lovely place Great views Well equipped Loved having a bath Comfy bed Qu…

Comfortable rooms
8 mentions

Comfortable rondavel

The room is so well kept, comfortable and has everything you need

Friendly staff
5 mentions

Excellent location, and wonderful host

The dogs are very friendly and well-behaved

Clean rooms
2 mentions

Perfect location and clean You feel very well

The cottage was exceptionally clean, and James was very welcoming

Good value
1 mentions

Very good value

Free Wi‑Fi
1 mentions

Wifi was great and it was nice to have a real table and chairs (I did some work …

Overview

Offering a garden and garden view, Swallowfield Rondavels is situated in Champagne Valley, 4.2 km from Monks Cowl Country Club and 29 km from Winterton Museum. There is a private entrance at the farm stay for the convenience of those who stay. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The farm stay provides guests with a patio, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a kettle. At the farm stay, each unit has bed linen and towels. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. A bicycle rental service is available at the farm stay, while fishing and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Spioenkop Nature Reserve is 45 km from Swallowfield Rondavels. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 148 km from the accommodation.

Traveller reviews

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Carolyn

solo_traveller

May 7, 2026

9

The Rondavel was in such a great location for us. Very close to hiking and conveniently situated near restaurants.

H

Helen

solo_traveller

March 17, 2026

10

Lovely place we really enjoyed our stay. Super hosts

What a lovely place Great views Well equipped Loved having a bath Comfy bed Quick walk to the restaurant / pub for dinner one night but we also cooked Short drive to awesome hiking from Monks Cowl

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Sandy

couple

January 19, 2026

7

Comfortable rondavel

D

Dirk

couple

January 18, 2026

10

The views

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sibusiso Japhet Elphas

couple

January 3, 2026

8

The place is good 👍 it's location and it's security

J

Justin

solo_traveller

December 26, 2025

7

Excellent location, and wonderful host. Well equipped cottage.

G

guillaume

couple

December 3, 2025

10

Perfect location and clean You feel very well

E

Errol

couple

November 15, 2025

9

Very good

Quite ans rural

A

alessandro

couple

November 13, 2025

10

Wonderful place

Wonderful location only 10mins from monks cowl and nice shops and restaurant nearby. The owners are lovely and welcoming, very knowledgeable about trails and happy to give advice. The room is so well kept, comfortable and has everything you need. The surrounding is beautiful. We’d love to go back one day!

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Shaar

solo_traveller

October 28, 2025

9

Comfortable, private, scenic, close to trails - fantastic value.

Right on the main road that goes to Monk's Cowl (just 10 minutes further). The resort right across the road has a shop and restaurant (which I also recommend). My Rondavel was comfortable and stocked with all of the necessities. The electric frying pan was handy. Wifi was great and it was nice to have a real table and chairs (I did some work while I was there). The owners are pleasant, available, and informative. The dogs are very friendly and well-behaved. I saw a lot of incredible birds on the property. The view of the valley from my door was fantastic! Very good value.

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Waldo

couple

October 23, 2025

5

I booked accommodation midweek expecting quiet accommodation to be greeted by MANY children running around accommodation and staying next door. It would be pretty obvious to inform someone booking of school scenario whilst rest of property is empty. I had to then upgrade to more expensive property without the option of a discount. In new accommodation we stayed the first night without a key and possibility to lock the door. Great place with poor communication.

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D LAURENT

family_with_children

September 23, 2025

10

Beautiful location

James and Es were absolutely attentive and made sure we were happy and comfortable-wonderful couple and a wonderful home away from home

D

Daria

couple

August 6, 2025

9

The views from the property were fantastic. The cottage was exceptionally clean, and James was very welcoming.

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ANDREW

couple

July 18, 2025

4

I was not expecting perfection but this was taking it a bit too far from acceptable.

compared to so many places that we have spent money staying at nothing really except that they supplied a fan and heater.

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Wilna

couple

March 29, 2025

9

Hi. Breakfast was not included but we had a great time there. James is a wonderful host, the premises was lovely, and the location is good because it is close to everything. We felt very comfortable and will definitely go back.

N

Ntladi

couple

March 27, 2025

8

Affordable place with stunning surroundings.

Perfect location near most activities. Outstanding mountain view. Quiet and private.

H

Hester

couple

March 24, 2025

10

Ons het baie lekker gebly.

C

Christine

couple

March 17, 2025

5

Correct mais éxigu et vétuste.

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Warren

couple

March 1, 2025

6

Budget stay

Budget special, Comfortable bed, Location to Drakensburg boys choir, Monks Cowl walks and Champagne Valley attractions. Hosts attentive, accommodated late arrival.

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BEA

couple

December 20, 2024

10

Excellent location as we go to the Choir every Christmas and it was just down the road. Friendly dogs that greated us on arrival and Estelle and James were wonderful hosts. This is the second time we have been there and will be going again next year

Facilities

Activities

Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Bicycle rental (additional charge), Hiking, Walking tours, Tour or class about local culture

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

General

Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, Garden, BBQ facilities

Parking

Free parking, Parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers

Budget Double Room

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-equipped kitchenette. The double room also has a barbecue. The double room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Budget Double Room

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchenette. The double room also provides guests with a barbecue. The double room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 18:30
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printThis property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform 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. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 6:09 AM

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