Country Escape in Birnamwood
BSW10, Birnamwood Rd Merrivale Heights
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Why people book this hotel
“Hosts always friendly and accommodating”
“The place is safe and clean and the staff was friendly”
“Unit is clean and exactly what I require for my trips”
“The place was neat and tidy”
“Very comfortable and much appreciated attention to details”
“Quiet, area, cozyness, animals”
“Perfect location”
“Definitely worth the money”
Overview
Located in Howick, within 6.6 km of Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve and 8 km of Howick Museum, Country Escape in Birnamwood offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is around 11 km from Midmar Dam, 17 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 19 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.2 km from Howick Falls. The apartment with a patio and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a shower. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Howick, like hiking. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Comrades Marathon House is 21 km from Country Escape in Birnamwood, while Butterflies for Africa is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Frances Downes
couple
June 16, 2025
“Beautiful surroundings and area, clean and tidy and well located.”
Perfect location. Lovely environment. Would definitely book there again.
Clea
couple
April 22, 2025
“Comfortable stay at Birnamwood”
Difficult to get hold of owner.
Allott
couple
April 20, 2025
Very comfortable and much appreciated attention to details ... like milk for tea when you arrive without any!
Bruce
solo_traveller
April 7, 2025
“Was a pleasure staying in a nice country atmosphere.”
Hosts always friendly and accommodating. Unit is clean and exactly what I require for my trips.
Mathebula
solo_traveller
April 2, 2025
“Thanks to Kate Frost, she was of good assistance and she showed great customer support. As I was getting lost she went o”
The place was neat and tidy.
Thandazile
couple
March 31, 2025
“I couldn't find the place right away,but the owner was nice enough to stay on the call with me.”
The place is safe and clean and the staff was friendly.
Verushka
couple
March 24, 2025
“Passable”
Situated on a secure estate, right next to a small farm.
Lee
couple
February 23, 2025
“Terrible choice”
Beautiful scenery, farm house
Ahir
couple
February 16, 2025
“Absolutely lovely location,secluded and safe..LOVED IT”
Santa
extended_group
February 9, 2025
“Lovely stay with friendly homely people.”
Quiet, area, cozyness, animals. Friendly host. Safe. She put more than enough equipment to choose from and extra.
NOMBUSO
family_with_children
January 13, 2025
The scenery, and they provide everything may need. The host is very friendly and always willi g to help.
zandile
couple
January 3, 2025
It was a nice place. Peaceful, comfortable, clean, people were very friendly. It was indeed a nice place
Skhu.07
couple
December 15, 2024
The whole house was good nice and clean, had a problem with our car coz I had a flat battery, the helper offered assistance the the car🙏 we really appreciated. Great service
Amelie
couple
December 8, 2024
“Cozy stay in beautiful environment.”
Nice environment and outside area. The apartment was small but had everything we needed. We were able to use the outside facilities, and enjoyed our stay! Definitely worth the money.
Wesley
solo_traveller
October 17, 2024
Ticked all the boxes great hosts
Mary
couple
September 9, 2024
It was perfect for the couple and it was what I expected
Dayanand
couple
September 2, 2024
Great hosts, all the required creature comforts also. Will definitely visit again
Leanne
couple
August 14, 2024
Peace and quiet Farm style animals Dogs were extremely friendly
Thobeka
couple
July 29, 2024
Everything!!!
Jolanda
couple
July 15, 2024
Cosy. Perfect for one person or two.
Facilities
Activities
Hiking
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
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Heating
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety features
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Ironing service, Laundry
Apartment with Garden View
Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This apartment has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
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