MacLeod House Guest Cottage
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MacLeod House Guest Cottage
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- The entire place is yours
- 592 ft² size
- Kitchen
- Mountain view
- Garden
- Swimming pool
- BBQ facilities
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Free parking
About this property
Spacious Accommodation: MacLeod House Guest Cottage in Kloof offers a spacious apartment with adults-only comfort. Guests enjoy a private entrance and tiled floors, ensuring a relaxing stay. Outdoor Amenities: The property features a swimming pool with a view, a lush garden, and a terrace. An outdoor fireplace and seating area provide ample space for leisure. Modern Facilities: Free WiFi, streaming services, and a fully equipped kitchen enhance the guest experience. Additional amenities include bathrobes, a dining area, and a private bathroom. Convenient Location: Located 52 km from King Shaka International Airport, the apartment is near attractions such as Durban Botanic Gardens (29 km) and uShaka Marine World (33 km). Free on-site private parking is available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Naenae
South Africa“It was absolutely breathtaking.. Worth it btmy 100 .. And thank you to the host for being such an incredible soul. Mom won't forget her birthday.. Thank you” 
George South Africa“The beautifully decorated chalet and the amazing garden. The tranquility and sense of living in a forest. Awesome.”- Anita
Jersey“What an amazing find, completely delightful, if a little quirky, which we loved. Think Hobbit burrow with a touch of Narnia! Exquisitely furnished with luxurious touches not expected. Thank you Lyn for your generous hospitality & for the guided...” - Bev South Africa“A spectacular location with the sound of the waterfall in the background. A unique setting, well appointed cottage and very comfortable bed. The garden is exquisite and if you are a birder look out for the purple crested turaco.”
- Bezuidenhout South Africa“Lyn went over and above to make sure that our wedding weekend was extra special and gave us the incredible opportunity to go see the waterfall. What a magical place!”
- Kathleen South Africa“The cottage was surprisingly spacious, but the thoughtful layout still allows for a romantic and cozy couples getaway. We had terrible weather, but Lynn has gone through great lengths to ensure the cottage is comfortable no matter what the...”
- Gianni South Africa“Lyn was so friendly, sweet and accommodating. She went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and were having a great time! It’s evident no expense has been spared in this property, and everything works well with no issues at all. The...”
- Famz South Africa“The location and the cottage was breathtaking. It was private and well maintained.”
- Richard
United Kingdom“This is an absolutely exceptional place. It is generously, beautifully, thoughtfully and stylishly furnished. It is really amazing.” - Mark South Africa“Amazing sanctuary and the attention to detail was next level”
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 Lyn
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Lyn
MacLeod House Guest Cottage is a self-contained stone cottage nestled on the edge of the Krantzkloof Nature Reserve.
The open plan accommodation is elegantly decorated in an Edwardian style but with all the modern conveniences you might require, including a Smart Projector & screen and a fully functional kitchen. The cottage overlooks the magnificent Krantzkloof gorge. There is an abundance of bird life for birding enthusiasts and a tranquil setting to relax in whilst enjoying the sound of the Nkonka Falls directly below the property.
THE COTTAGE IS FITTED WITH AN INVERTER AND UPS DEVICE TO ALLEVIATE POWER OUTAGES (LOADSHEDDING)
My husband, Aidan, and I bought MacLeod House in 2019 and have been busy since then renovating the house and cottage and establishing a garden. We realised how lucky we were to be in such a beautiful location and decided it would be a shame not to let others share the experience with us, hence opening up the cottage to guests.
We have two rescue dogs, Billy and Lola, who live with us. They are very friendly and also enjoy meeting new people. Our gardener and Jack of all Trades, Khofi, also lives on the premises. He has been with us from the beginning of this venture and has been instrumental in the transformation of the property. He is always happy to help, should you need any assistance.
MacLeod House is situated on the border of the Krantkloof Nature Reserve.
The Reserve, managed by Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, conserves 668 ha of the Molweni and Nkutu River gorges that incise the sandstone Kloof plateau. The reserve has a number of self-guided walks which are marked with colour coded route markers to match the routes on the visitor guide and map and there are also a number of popular rock climbing sites. Visitors using these climbing sites are required to sign in and pay an entrance fee at the Kloof Falls picnic site before proceeding to the climbing sites.
The Nkonka Falls are located just below the property and are accessible by means of a wooden ladder and a short but fairly steep hike (about 2 minutes). For those not keen to do the walk, part of the falls can be viewed from the cleared area in front of the main house.
The Watercrest Shopping Mall is a 5 minute drive away and boasts a number of retail outlets, supermarkets, eateries and a cinema. Retailers range from large national tenants to smaller boutique stores.
Shongweni Farmers & Craft Market - 25 mins away by car but well worth the trip if markets are your "thing". Umhlanga Main Beach - 40 mins by car
Language spoken: English
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House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 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 are not allowed.
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 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
