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About this property

Elegant Holiday Home in Howick: Far Away Place offers a serene holiday home experience in Howick, Kwazulu Natal. Guests enjoy a beautiful garden, terrace, and free WiFi, ensuring a relaxing and connected stay. Comfortable Living Spaces: The property features a fully equipped kitchenette, balcony with garden and mountain views, and a cosy living area with a fireplace. Additional amenities include a washing machine, private bathroom, and free toiletries. Outdoor Activities and Surroundings: Guests can engage in fishing, walking tours, bike tours, hiking, and cycling. The surrounding area offers scenic views and diverse activities, enhancing the overall holiday experience. Convenient Location: Located 46 km from Pietermaritzburg Airport, Far Away Place is close to attractions such as Bosch Hoek Golf Club (10 km), Howick Museum (17 km), and Howick Falls (18 km). Highly rated for its location and scenic views.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
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1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Prisca
    South Africa South Africa
    I loved waking up to the sound of nature and Wow the cabin was absolutely beautiful and amazing. Cozy place for a couple. Enjoyed walking and mostly being greeted and visited by fur babies. Our weekend was fantastic. Lovely and friendly host will...
  • Fahmeeda
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything from the staff, to the scenery, to the set up of the place was beautiful. It felt amazing being in that surrounding with nature, the views, the place was exactly as it was shown the people around are friendly. It is defiantly somewhere...
  • Hlengiwe
    South Africa South Africa
    The hosts were absolutely amazing, we loved everything from attention to detail and all ! Everything was absolutely amazing
  • Chislett
    South Africa South Africa
    An absolutely stunning little cottage, in a beautiful location, exceptionally clean and smelt amazing in the cottage. The attention to detail is really impressive. Daschund visitors to the cottage are an added bonus.
  • Pillay
    South Africa South Africa
    The location and the landscape was absolutely peaceful and mesmerizing. I was in awe of God's creation. The aesthetics and aroma of the treehouse cottage felt so sincere and intentional. The courtesy cheese board, incense and gowns were a lovely...
  • Kirk
    South Africa South Africa
    The fact that there was freedom to roam around and explore.
  • Jade
    South Africa South Africa
    What a beautiful place to stay. Myself, my hubby and our 4 month old little girl had the best family holiday. The treehouse was comfortable and the perfect size. The view was incredible and we had beautiful walks around the property. The kitchen...
  • Jane
    South Africa South Africa
    Its location was superb- secluded enough to feel completely away from the world, yet also very easy to access the Midlands Meander. Mark and Lee are incredible hosts, and comfort of home was catered for. The added bonus of being off-grid meant...
  • Nelisha
    South Africa South Africa
    A beautiful cosy cottage, perfect for a short city break. Dogs were a bonus🙂, we even had an extra overnight guest 😁
  • Nishthal
    South Africa South Africa
    The Far Away Place was an exceptional stay! It had everything that one might need, it was very comfortable and the location was stunning. The little extras such as the cheese board and the chocolates on the bed were a welcoming surprise! The...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Mark Trollip

9.8
Host review score
Mark Trollip
WE INVITE YOU TO ESCAPE TO TRANQUILITY AT FAR AWAY PLACE – MIDLANDS MEANDER, KWAZULU-NATAL NO LOAD-SHEDDING GUARANTEE! Enjoy uninterrupted comfort at our cottages equipped with inverter, solar, and backup power. Your perfect getaway awaits without the worry of power outages! IDYLLIC COTTAGES IN THE HEART OF THE MIDLANDS MEANDER Nestled on the scenic Curry's Post Road, just 5km from the famous Terbodore Coffee and a brief 12km drive from charming Nottingham Road, Far Away Place offers three uniquely inviting stays: **DASHY COTTAGE ** OUR 5 SLEEPER, 2 BEDROOM COTTAGE -Soak in breathtaking views of our serene dam and neighbouring, expansive pine forests. ** NGUNI COTTAGE ** OUR 6-SLEEPER, 3-BEDROOM COTTAGE - Nguni Cottage: Relax overlooking lush fields, majestic mountains, and the stunning Karkloof Cliffs. ** LUXURY TREEHOUSE ** OUR 3-SLEEPER, 1-BEDROOM UNIT Embrace a secluded retreat gazing northward over 800 hectares of private, untouched forest. ADVENTURE & RELAXATION AWAIT! Cast a line in one of our two picturesque dams, take a refreshing swim, or explore thrilling mountain biking trails through neighboring forests—routes we personally recommend as passionate cyclists. COMFORT MEETS LUXURY Each cottage is beautifully appointed with Queen XL beds, additional single beds, and luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. The spacious open-plan design integrates lounge, kitchen, and patio areas, creating an ideal space to unwind. HOME COMFORTS & ENTERTAINMENT - HOME AWAY FROM HOME! Our cottages come with a modern 43" Smart 4K TV, perfect for cozying up on misty days—bring along your media on a flash drive. Kitchens are fully equipped with a gas stovetop, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, and toaster. PETS CAN STAY BY ARRANGEMENT Pet-Friendly Stay - We do allow 2 doggies per stay, but you are required to read and accept our pet policy, and an additional cleaning charge will apply. Pets cannot be left unattended & have to be socialized for our own gang of dogs!
We are Mark & Lee :) Welcome to our little slice of heaven in Curry's Post, nestled within the scenic Kwazulu Natal Midlands Meander. As naturally sociable hosts, we enjoy meeting new people, sharing stories, and, of course, spoiling our family of eight adorable dogs—seven lovable Dachshunds named Smooch, Toffee, Chino, Peanut, JoJo, Poppie, and Jelly Bean, along with Lady, our cherished adopted stray from the SPCA. If you're not a dog enthusiast, our cottages might not be the perfect fit for you. We also have an airfield on our property and love flying our Sling TSi to many amazing destinations. Fancy flying in with your own aircraft - be sure to reach out to us. We're a proudly gay, married couple, warmly welcoming all guests from every walk of life. At our "Far Away Place," everyone is invited to relax, rejuvenate, and truly experience life—because as William Wallace once said, "Every man dies. Not every man really lives." Come join us, embrace the adventure, and discover how beautifully close "Far Away" can be.
Nestled in the heart of the Kwazulu Natal Midlands & the Midlands Meander, in Curry's Post - one of the more traditional and lesser commercialized parts of the Midlands is our beautiful cottage. We are approximately 12 kilometers from NOTTINGHAM ROAD and a great location to base yourself if you plan to do the Midlands Meander, Mooi River Howick Falls, Balgowan, Mandela Capture Site, BoschHoek Golf Estate or even the Drakensberg (we are about 30 minutes from KAMBERG). My partner and I love to eat our and travel - so feel free to use us for information on where to eat, drink or visit whilst you are here. Please note that we are a approximately 6km on a dirt from Curry's Post or The Nottingham Road side - getting to the beautiful views from the cottage does mean navigating these roads, which are generally in OK condition - however, we have a small vehicle we use on the farm and it copes fine - so do not be intimidated by this. It is worth the journey - trust us! If you are unsure of the road condition, please, please connect with us when you make your booking.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

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House rules

Far Away Place takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:30 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 05:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Far Away Place 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 05:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.