Swallowfield Rondavels
Swallowfield, R600 Cathkin Valley, Central Drakensberg
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Why people book this hotel
“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 rondavel”
“The room is so well kept, comfortable and has everything you need”
“Excellent location, and wonderful host”
“The dogs are very friendly and well-behaved”
“Perfect location and clean You feel very well”
“The cottage was exceptionally clean, and James was very welcoming”
“Very good value”
“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
Carolyn
solo_traveller
May 7, 2026
The Rondavel was in such a great location for us. Very close to hiking and conveniently situated near restaurants.
Helen
solo_traveller
March 17, 2026
“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
Sandy
couple
January 19, 2026
Comfortable rondavel
Dirk
couple
January 18, 2026
The views
sibusiso Japhet Elphas
couple
January 3, 2026
The place is good 👍 it's location and it's security
Justin
solo_traveller
December 26, 2025
Excellent location, and wonderful host. Well equipped cottage.
guillaume
couple
December 3, 2025
Perfect location and clean You feel very well
Errol
couple
November 15, 2025
“Very good”
Quite ans rural
alessandro
couple
November 13, 2025
“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!
Shaar
solo_traveller
October 28, 2025
“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.
Waldo
couple
October 23, 2025
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.
D LAURENT
family_with_children
September 23, 2025
“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
Daria
couple
August 6, 2025
The views from the property were fantastic. The cottage was exceptionally clean, and James was very welcoming.
ANDREW
couple
July 18, 2025
“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.
Wilna
couple
March 29, 2025
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.
Ntladi
couple
March 27, 2025
“Affordable place with stunning surroundings.”
Perfect location near most activities. Outstanding mountain view. Quiet and private.
Hester
couple
March 24, 2025
“Ons het baie lekker gebly.”
Christine
couple
March 17, 2025
“Correct mais éxigu et vétuste.”
Warren
couple
March 1, 2025
“Budget stay”
Budget special, Comfortable bed, Location to Drakensburg boys choir, Monks Cowl walks and Champagne Valley attractions. Hosts attentive, accommodated late arrival.
BEA
couple
December 20, 2024
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.
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.
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