Holiday Stays

Mkomazana Mountain Cottages

Holiday Stays Score: 4.0 / 5
Self-catering Himeville · KwaZulu-Natal

About

Self-catering accommodation at the foot of Sani Pass in the Southern Drakensberg, featuring restored cottages with rustic charm, originally a trading post in the 1800s.

Accommodation

Five cottage units suit different group sizes: three 3-bedroom units sleep six, two 1-bedroom units sleep two, and Barn House sleeps 10–18. Each features fully equipped kitchen, daily housekeeping, fireplace, and braai facilities with firewood available.

Facilities

Pub with fireplace and pool table, three trout-stocked dams, and barn with DSTV, pool table, and table tennis. Activities include walking trails, birdwatching, trout fishing, mountain biking, and 4x4 Sani Pass tours. Nearby: horse riding, restaurant, golf, and spa.

Location & Surroundings

At the foot of Sani Pass in the Southern Drakensberg, 8km from the Lesotho border, within the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site. Wildlife includes reedbuck, eland, Black Eagles, and Bearded Vultures. Access to walking trails: Heartbreak Ridge (30 minutes), historic San rock paintings. Nearby: Sani Pass Hotel (4km), Himeville, Cobham.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Pets: Not allowed

Rooms

Coot Cottage

Known as Coot Cottage, this charming cottage has loads of character, an open plan lounge with a log fireplace; dining room & kitchen looking onto the lake.

King x 1 Single x 4
From
R2,565

Stone House

Known as Stone House, this house is tucked away in a private garden. It offers 3 bedrooms. The main bedroom has a king-size bed, the others have 2 single beds each. There are 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets,

King x 1 Single x 4
From
R2,565

Valley House

Set in tranquil garden overlooking lake, Valley House accommodates 6 people, 3 bedrooms (one with king size bed and 2 with twin beds), 2 bathrooms, lounge with log fireplace, dining room and old-fashi

King x 1 Single x 4
From
R2,724

Stone Cottage

A charming & tastefully decorated fully self-contained one-bedroomed cottage (double bed) with en-suite lounge with jetmaster fireplace; kitchenette & small private patio. Can be hired separately as a

King x 1
From
R1,098

Rose Cottage

Rose Cottage, this delightful cottage, which has been furnished with romance in mind! has a lounge, cosy bedroom with double bed, kitchen and bathroom. A Jetmaster fireplace adds ambience for those co

Double x 1
From
R1,255

Location

Address

Sani Pass, Himeville, KwaZulu-Natal

Himeville Guide →
Sleeps 40

Features

Located Within Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site Originally A Trading Post In The 1800s Managed By Mike And Betty Tapp Since 2006 8km From Lesotho Border At Sani Pass Situated On The Mkomazana River No Cell Phone Network On Site Spring Water Supply From Surrounding Hillside Complimentary Early Morning Scones Complimentary Wood Basket On Arrival For All Units

Activities

Bird Watching Mountain Biking Guided Walks Trout Fishing Walking And Hiking Trails Horse Riding (within 10km) 4x4 Sani Pass Tours

Amenities

Parking Wi-Fi Braai Facilities DSTV Bar Billiard Table Table Tennis Trout Fishing Dams Natural Pool Educational Centre

Accommodation in Himeville