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Back o' the Moon Holiday cottage

Country house

Trewennan lane

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
12 mentions

Norma is so welcoming and friendly

Peacefully green colour good coffee and our hostess Nora

Great location
4 mentions

I've stayed here previously and the place is great for location, comfort and a s…

The location, the privacy, the general feel of the cottage were all very good an…

Clean rooms
2 mentions

Exceptionally clean and our host Norma was so sweet

The house was very clean and neat

Comfortable rooms
2 mentions

Comfortable, practical and rustic in the best way possible

Rustic feel, super comfortable and everything that one needs

Good value
1 mentions

The value for money was fantastic

Overview

Featuring inner courtyard views, Back o' the Moon Holiday cottage provides accommodation with a garden, around 36 km from Katberg Eco Golf Estate. The property features pool and garden views, and is 2.2 km from Eco Shrine. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The country house comes with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. A private entrance leads guests into the country house, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. This country house is allergy-free and non-smoking. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available daily at the country house. Guests can relax in the on-site bar, while packed lunches are also available upon request. The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and bike hire is available at Back o' the Moon Holiday cottage. With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this country house offers ample opportunities to chill out. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 107 km from the accommodation.

Traveller reviews

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Paula

solo_traveller

May 2, 2026

10

A beautiful little cottage with old-world charm. We felt like we were transported back in time. Norma is an absolute gem too!

J

Jeanette

family_with_children

April 27, 2026

9

Lovely stay!

Norma is so welcoming and friendly. She was so nice to allow us to leave our luggage there until the race was finished. Cozy house, appreciated all the old furniture. Lots of warm blankets. Loved the fireplace! Pretty surroundings!

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Leyland

solo_traveller

April 26, 2026

10

Back o' the Moon, we'll be back!

Quaint country cottage that offers the quintessential hogsback experience. Comfortable, practical and rustic in the best way possible. Will be back.

J

Jonalyn

extended_group

April 23, 2026

10

Amazing stay at the cozy cottage, with warm greetings and assistance by the owner Norma. Thank you very much for accommo

It was honey and the owner have provided us free firewood for the braai 💖

R

Rob

family_with_children

February 4, 2026

9

A very nice green stay !!!

Peacefully green colour good coffee and our hostess Nora!!!! Very kind and accommodating.

P

Petro

family_with_children

January 7, 2026

10

beautiful quiet spot

So authentically presented, sweet little cottage, well preserved. Awesome garden to stroll around with berry bushes and a dam as well as monkeys and parrots in the tall trees surrounding the cottage

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Ola

couple

December 30, 2025

10

Tranquil, nostalgic gorgeous cottage.

Quaint, the cottage itself is beautiful and is set in a gorgeous garden - all of which we had to ourselves. It was a step back in time. Exceptionally clean and our host Norma was so sweet.

R

Raymond

extended_group

December 29, 2025

10

An idyllic stay in an idyllic place that we did not want to end.

Norma the host has been exceptionally kind and welcoming. The cottage is utterly charming and the gardens around the house are extraordinary. I would definitely come back.

M

Marcelle

family_with_children

November 30, 2025

10

This cottage has been a favorite of ours since we first visited a couple of years ago, the owners are so friendly and helpful and even offered to make a fire for us over the rainy weekend... everything you might need they have, a lot of attention is paid to the small details, we can't wait to visit again,

L

Lee

family_with_children

September 9, 2025

8

Great location, super friendly staff, beautiful home, but without the TV in the winter for. Toddlers

I've stayed here previously and the place is great for location, comfort and a shirt break in the mountains. The gardens are beautiful too.

A

Ah Sing

family_with_children

August 4, 2025

9

Back o' the Moon cottage and the grounds it's situated on is like a tranquil mini resort on its own, situated in an already peaceful part of the Easter Cape. One could spend hours just enjoying the expansive garden and pond areas, beautifully maintained by friendly hosts Norma & Derek.

M

Marie

family_with_children

July 9, 2025

10

What a lovely, well-equiped place! If you're looking for a hobbit experience, this is it. Derek & Norma, the hosts, are wonderful people. They live on the property. I'm

C

Cumming-Smith

family_with_children

April 30, 2025

8

Our stay was very good. Our hosts were amazing and very helpful. The Cottage is really comfortable.

The location, the privacy, the general feel of the cottage were all very good and as expected.

K

Kruger

extended_group

April 2, 2025

10

The perfect stay to experience the magic of Hogsback. Highly recommended!

The most friendly hosts that you can hope for. The cottage is old world beautiful and charming style with interesting decor that compliments the building and lush gardens. Highly recommended.

G

Grant

family_with_children

March 24, 2025

10

Relax and rest while enjoying a quintessential Hogsback experience.

The location was so central. The value for money was fantastic. The cottage had so many extra things. It is a great place to relax and rest. The gardens are lovely to wonder around as well. The hosts were extremely accommodating and friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed the Food Festival down the road on the Friday night and both the Parkrun and market on Saturday around Hogsback.

D

Dawn

family_with_children

February 16, 2025

8

Garden and pond. Sitting outside

M

Manya

extended_group

February 15, 2025

10

The perfect getaway location

I loved the location, the scenery! The hosts were exceptional! And that bathtub? I didn’t want to get out

C

Charles

family_with_children

January 16, 2025

10

Charming and peaceful setting. Great place to rest up and explore Hogsback. Norma was very kind to send on an item which

Beautiful and tranquil.

V

Valmy

family_with_children

December 8, 2024

9

No complaints. Wonderful Hogsback experience.

Incredibly beautiful garden and fantastic setting. The house was very clean and neat. Rustic feel, super comfortable and everything that one needs! Norma is an exceptional host!

C

Craig

family_with_children

August 8, 2024

10

Beautiful gardens. Lovely cottage and fantastic hosts.

Beautiful gardens. Lovely cottage and fantastic hosts.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Archery, Aerobics

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Bar, Breakfast options, Wine/champagne

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered

General

Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace

Parking

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

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available

Services

Shuttle service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Packed lunches, Fax/photocopying, Ironing service, Laundry

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 19:30
Check-outFrom 10:00 until 10:30
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 printPlease 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. Dear visitor, within this region we are currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:51 AM

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