Thatchings Guest House in Nottingham Road provides accommodations with a garden and barbecue facilities. This 4-star guest house offers full-day security and luggage storage space. The guest house also provides free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and walk-in shower. Every room has a kettle, while certain rooms include a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster. At the guest house, every unit has bed linen and towels. Continental and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and fresh pastries are available daily at the guest house. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, Thatchings Guest House offers a selection of packed lunches. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nottingham Road, like cycling. Outdoor play equipment is also available at Thatchings Guest House, while guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Bosch Hoek Golf Club is 7.3 miles from the guest house, while Fort Nottingham Museum is 15 miles away. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 36 miles from Thatchings Guest House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, American, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Duggan-jones
    Estonia Estonia
    The animals and breakfast were fantastic. Host was really lovely and staff was amazing!
  • Warren
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was fantastic, much better than expected with fruit, yogurt,cereal, muffins all available as well as hot breakfast to order including, bacon, eggs, sausages etc all cooked to perfection.
  • Artwell
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was good, they managed to cater for my wife who does not eat pork.

Host Info

9.5
9.5
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

A quiet place to explore the wonderful Midlands Meander - South Africa's premier Arts and Crafts route. Situated with in a game estate where one can see Zebra, Red Hartebeest, Eland, Black Wildebeest, Blesbuck and Impalas., With beautiful golf courses, lovely restaurants, pubs and day spa's with in close proximity you will be spoiled for choice. A mere 2kms from the Freeway and an ideal stop over between Durban/Natal South Coast and Johannesburg. We are in close proximity to a number of wedding venues making it ideal for guests requiring accommodation. Large family rooms ideal for that family get away. So much for little ones to see and do on the Meander. Personalized hospitality
Numerous Day Spa's, Golf Courses, Pubs and Restaurants can be found in close proximity to Thatchings. Some of the exciting things to do are: Chocolate Dipping, Candle Dipping, Ceramic Painting, Mini Train Rides, Paint Ball, Zip Line, Animal Farms, Gokarting, Bubble Soccer, Zorbing, Putt Putt, Workshops and Courses and so much more. Spend days exploring the Midlands Meander and get to see lovely Antiques & Collectibles, Beads & Jewelry, Carpets & Rugs, Sculpting, Stained Glass products, Shoes & Leather Goods, Wind Chimes, Ceramics, Clothing and locally made gifts plus so much more. Wine, Craft Beer and Craft Gin all locally produced are available to taste and enjoy at a number of outlets.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Thatchings Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Lowered sink
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    Languages Spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Thatchings Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 550 per person, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash Thatchings Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Thatchings Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

    FAQs about Thatchings Guest House

    • Check-in at Thatchings Guest House is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Thatchings Guest House is 5 miles from the center of Nottingham Road. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Thatchings Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.1).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • American
      • Breakfast to go

    • The prices at Thatchings Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Thatchings Guest House include:

      • Family
      • Twin
      • Suite
      • Chalet

    • Thatchings Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling