Holiday Stays

Copperleigh Trout Cottages

Self-catering Balgowan · KwaZulu-Natal

About

Self-catering fly fishing accommodation on 10-hectare trout-stocked dam in KZN Midlands with two units, farm animals, and outdoor activities including kayaking and hiking.

Accommodation

Two self-catering units: Lodge sleeps 9 (3 bedrooms, indoor fireplace, outdoor wood-fired hot tub) and Cabin sleeps 2 (one bedroom, en-suite bathroom, open-plan lounge). Both feature fully equipped kitchens and modern comforts.

Facilities

Self-catering units feature free uncapped Wi-Fi, Smart TVs with streaming, fully equipped kitchens, board games, DVD collections, complimentary toiletries, 3-seater fishing kayaks, and daily housekeeping Monday-Saturday. Lodge offers wood-fired hot tub and fireplace; Cabin has outside braai.

Location & Surroundings

In KZN Midlands near Dargle, 30km from Howick and 22km from Boston. iNhlosane Mountain hiking trailhead is 5 minutes away. Activities include fly fishing, kayaking, swimming, scenic walks, bird watching (250+ species), wildlife viewing, and farm animal interactions.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Children: Allowed
Pets: Allowed

Rooms

Copperleigh Trout Lodge

The Lodge has 3 bedrooms upstairs (2 with Queen size beds and 1 has a bunk bed and queen size bed), 2 bathrooms each with a shower and toilet. Downstairs has an open plan lounge, dining room and kitch

Queen x 3 Single x 1 Bunk x 1
From
R2,240

Copperleigh Trout Cabin

Copperleigh Trout Cabin is perfect for a couple needing a romantic getaway, right on the edge of our Mavela Dam. Quick access for trout fishing, beautiful view of the farm. Features 1 bedroom, en-suit

Queen x 1
From
R1,280

Location

Address

Dargle, KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, KwaZulu-Natal

Get Directions → Balgowan Guide →
Sleeps 11

Directions

Located in the KZN Midlands near the Dargle area, 30km from Howick and 22km from Boston, KwaZulu-Natal. iNhlosane Mountain hiking trailhead is 5 minutes away.

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Features

10-hectare Mavela Dam Exclusively Reserved For Guests Trout-stocked Dam (brown And Rainbow Trout) No Rod Or Catch Fees For Guests Dam Managed By Natal Fly Fishers Club Working Sheep, Goat, And Cattle Farm 250+ Bird Species Recorded On Property Seasonal Baby Animal Interactions Catch-and-release Trout Fishing Black Bass May Be Kept

Activities

Hiking Swimming Bird Watching Wildlife Viewing Kayaking

Amenities

Garden Working Farm Private Trout Dam

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