• Entire home
  • 657 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

Featuring garden views, Karkloof Hideout offers accommodation with barbecue facilities and a patio, around 16 km from Karkloof Nature Reserve. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and outdoor fireplace. The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Howick, like cycling. The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Howick Museum is 20 km from Karkloof Hideout, while Howick Falls is 20 km away. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 48 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.5
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  • S
    Slondile
    South Africa South Africa
    The place is peaceful. The house it huge and clean. You get time to relax and recharge. I will definitely go back.
  • Ian
    South Africa South Africa
    The cabin is just fantastic and absolutely met every expectation and more! To be honest, it actually felt brand new. The kitchen is fully equipped, wood was stocked up. This is my second stay, first being at Evergreen cabin. I LOVED IT!
  • Monene
    South Africa South Africa
    The host is very nice. The place is at a great location, tranquil with amazing morning sunrises. The unit is minimalistic and has everything you need.
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Host Information

9.4
9.4
Host review score
Host review score

19 kilometres from Howick, in the peaceful Karkloof valley, you will find the Hideout, a brand new purpose built cabin with expansive views of nature through the large glass doors. This one bedroom, two sleeper, features an open plan living room and kitchen, with an indoor fireplace, a gas hob, electric oven, fridge as well as all small appliances. The bedroom has a queen bed with a desk, adjoining the bathroom with a shower. Outside takes you to your private patio with a braai and plentiful firewood, all situated within our own private 78 ha property. The building is clad in unusual passivated steel, which in certain light, exudes rainbow colours. Good WiFi will keep you connected with the outside world - should you wish!
We have had the privilege of living here for thirty years, raising two lovely children and many Great Danes over the past! Should you be a bird watcher, or if you haven't seen the Milky Way for a while, this is your place to be.
The Karkloof is well known for its excellent biking trails through the well maintained Sappi forests (all 200 kilometres of them for the fittest!). The Karkloof Club hosts polo and dressage events annually. Popular running events also take place in the area. The Conservation Centre is nearby with excellent bird hides, where the chances of seeing all three cranes (Grey, Wattled and Crowned) are good. If you aren't up for all that, you can take leisurely strolls on the property. The Karkloof and Howick Falls are also worth a visit.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Karkloof Hideout
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Squash
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Tennis court
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Allergy-free room
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Karkloof Hideout takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 17:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 08:00 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 room.

    Damage policy

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ZAR 2000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    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

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Karkloof Hideout 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.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ZAR 2,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Karkloof Hideout

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Karkloof Hideout on this page.

    • Yes, Karkloof Hideout is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Karkloof Hideout has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Karkloof Hideout is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Karkloof Hideout can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Karkloof Hideout is 11.2 miles from the centre of Howick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Karkloof Hideout may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Karkloof Hideout offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Tennis court
      • Squash
      • Horse riding
      • Bicycle rental

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Karkloof Hideout on this page.