Berghaven Self-catering Cottages

Reviews

• "Tranquility at its Best"

  25 August 2019

  "If you want peace and quiet and want to recharge this is the place to go... absolute bliss."

• "Comfortable chalet with spectacular view"

  19 October 2018

  "We had a wonderful stay at this comfortable and clean chalet with the spectacular view of the dam and the mountains. It is conveniently situated close to the hiking trails and interesting places to visit. We enjoyed the quiet and peacefulness for an overall lovely stay."

• "The location"

  12 July 2018

  "Friendly welcome. Everything was clean and in working order. When there was an issue it was felt with in a prompt and efficient manner. The surroundings were stunning and we were close to a lot of different activities."

• "Amazing stay at Berghaven self-catering cottages"

  09 July 2018

  "We love our stay at Berghaven Cottages. It was close to all the places we were interested in visiting and the views were amazing. Loved the fire place in the room and the kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed."

• "Good break for us and the kids"

  05 July 2018

  "Lovely place, we enjoyed our few days. Good value for money"

• "Lovely stay"

  21 June 2018

  "We had an absolutely lovely stay at Berghaven. The cottage was well equiped and very welcoming. By the time we arrived in the evening, our heater was already on, warming the room on an especially chilly night. The owners also brought us extra wood for a fire when the power went out because of load shedding. All in all it was truly a wonderful stay and we shall definitely want to visit again."

• "Centrally located in Champagne Valley for relaxing and sightseeing"

  11 June 2018

  "We've had a lovely stay in Chalet 4 - 2 Bedrooms each with its own bathroom. The unit is fully equipped and we could watch the rugby test as well in our chalet. I can recommend staying at Berghaven"

• "Little piece of heaven"

  06 May 2018

  "The picturesque view from the lakeside cottages was stunning. We could even enjoy a cup of coffee in bed while admiring the view through the large sliding doors."

• "Beautiful views."

  22 April 2018

  "Thank you for the little things, dishwash liquid, dish cloth, pot scrunch, toilet spray, hand wash, doom, broom, pots and pans etc. Little bit of home away from home... very pleasant stay and thanks for catering for the kids as well... Was lovely."

• "Beautiful Views"

  09 April 2018

  "Absolutely wonderful"

• "Bergview stay"

  09 April 2018

  "Beautiful setting and central to all places within the Central Drakensberg"

• "Quiet and Relaxing"

  26 March 2018

  "We loved our stay here, and thoroughly enjoyed the relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. The unit was clean and serviced each day, even though we only stayed the weekend. The facilities were great, with plenty for the kids to do. The dams are well stocked and the fishing was great, even for the little ones."

• "Relaxing"

  25 March 2018

  "It was veryRelaxing"

• "Beautiful Cottages Near the Mountains!"

  25 February 2018

  "Beautifully decorated, neat, cosy + well-equipped cottages on a stunning piece of land close to the mountains. Gorgeous views, a little dam + nature all around. We loved our weekend getaway + will be back."

• "The views from each angle"

  21 January 2018

  "I loved the place nice and quite and kids play area was great for my kids."

• "Birdlife, Views, Proximity to other attractions"

  19 November 2017

  "Chalet was clean, neat and nicely decorated. I understand that space is a bit of issue, but at times we felt that we were a bit too close to our neighbors. Although everybody was quiet, a little privacy in the form of some screen between chalets would be a huge plus. Also a canopy in front of the sliding doors could be a huge improvement especially in times of rain and snow... which we had. Cleaning services everyday was a huge surprise and most welcome! Thanks for a wonderful week, and we'll definitely visit Berghaven again!"

• "Lovely location, close to hiking trails"

  26 September 2017

  "IMPROVEMENTSNew duvet (without lumps) and king size sheets to fit the large bed would be an improvement.Wooden furniture could be sanded down and revarnishedThe pool could have done with shock treatment. The spotlight could have been left on after hours for those who like to swim after dark.Other than the above the chalet is well equipped for ones every need. The surroundings are very pleasant and pleasing to the eye as are the dams and abundant amount of trees with their varied bird life. Worth staying at again."

• "Comfortable stay"

  22 August 2017

  "We had a good overnight experience."

• "2 night stay"

  13 August 2017

  "Cozy with everything you need. Clean and friendly service."

• "Great"

  31 July 2017

  "We had a great time in Berghaven,we will come back next winter season my kids were looking forward to experience the snow."

• "Location"

  10 July 2017

  "The cottages had everything we needed and were comfortable and warm. The setting is so beautiful and the location is fantastic. We really enjoyed staying there and will definitely return."

• "Drakensberge visit"

  29 June 2017

  "Lovely,spacious accommodation. Friendly and helpful host. Would recommend for families with smaller children as there is a lovely play area. We stayed for a special offer which we regarded as good value."

• "Peaceful and quiet for the most part"

  22 June 2017

  "Loved the location and the dams etc. Nice locality for going around to the different places, re hiking, waffle hut etc.The other guests were somewhat selfish loud and impolite/inconsiderate. Noise travels out in the middle of nowhere and this is nothing against the establishment themselves.Otherwise we really enjoyed our stay. Next time I must remember to take a fly rod."

• "Homely perfect location"

  05 June 2017

  "Family getaway. Serene, homely, and a perfect location for the area-based activities. Value for money."

• "The ideal spot to take a break"

  05 June 2017

  "Large open areas with good views. Closely situated to various activities along the Berg. Nice cosy rooms. Only negative was no equipment provided to assist with the fire in the fireplace. I'm certain that will be resolved in the future. Will definitely go back."

• "Close to Champagne Sports Resort"

  31 May 2017

  "For the money I spend I really expected more. We didn't have any hot water, the owners forgot to turn on the geyser. With kids in that cold weather.... The chalets need some upgrading."

• "Value fo rmoney"

  16 December 2016

  "<br/>We had a flat unit which was small, simple but well furnished and perfect for our guys to stay in. Kitchens are well equipped with everything needed for a self catering stay. <br/><br/>The actual site is very attractive with all units randomly scattered amongst the trees and no appearance of being crowded.<br/><br/>Great option for business trip & value for money."

• "Review of Berghaven Self-catering Cottages"

  17 October 2016

  "We really enjoyed our weekend stay at Berghaven Cottages. The cottages are well furnished with all amenities for self catering and clean. <br/><br/>The scenery and location makes it ideal for tranquil weekend and breakaway."

• "Peace and quiet"

  04 October 2016

  "Peace and quiet and lots of fresh air.<br/>Lovely place to stay and very near to various adventure and other attractions in the surrounding areas."

• "Clean, cozy, well furnished and good views."

  04 August 2016

  "We had a very nice stay. Cottage was clean and well furnished. Fireplace was great. Nice shower. Our hosts went out of their way to accommodate us. <br/>Only down side was a heap of building rubble in view, but I assume they'll be removing that soon. Otherwise a beautiful view of the little dams in front of the cottages with the snow-capped mountains behind. <br/>Also nice activities like hiking and canopy touring in the area."

• "Marilize Coetzer"

  27 July 2016

  "We had a peaceful and relaxing stay at the self catering cottages.The surroundings was breathtaking and beautiful and to see the snow on the mountains was magnificent. Thank you very much for your hospitality. We will definitely be coming back in the furture."

• "Peace and tranquility in abundance"

  23 November 2015

  "Adequately equipped and cosy self catering cottages. Scenic area. Friendly and accommodating hostess. Thank you for a very relaxing stay!"

• "Sheer Relaxation!!!"

  16 November 2015

  "Berghaven is the perfect getaway for all seeking solitude, relaxation and absolute tranquility and appreciation of nature. Accomodation is neat, comfortable and very affordable. All cottages have total privacy from one another. <br /><br />Defnitely recommend it to others seeking to spend quality time out!!"

• "Enjoyable stay at Berghaven"

  11 November 2015

  "<div>My wife and I have stayed here 8 to 10 November 2015. Although we had booked a flatlet we were upgrade to a cottage.</div><div>The host was very friendly. The cottage is very nicely furnished with a beautiful view to the lake.</div><div>I had a look at the flatlet which is much smaller, but also comfortable. It is a very good place to stay and value for money. It is reasonable prized for the area and very well suited for families with children because of the play ground. We intend staying here again.</div>"

• "Pleasant Stay"

  21 October 2015

  "The room was tidy, clean and comfy.<div>It was very peaceful and easy to access.</div><div>We were able to do our activities during the day and return to a comfy bed.</div><div><br /></div>"

• "Tranquility"

  15 September 2015

  "The cottage itself was very cozy and neat. The surrounding area was beautiful. The hostess was a very kind and hospitable lady. I would highly recommend these cottages to couples and families alike. And close to amenities. Lots of fun things to do around the area.<p></p>"

• "Lovely cottages, great views, ideal location"

  31 August 2015

  "We stayed in 3 of the cottages next to each otherand a flatlet for a family weekend away. The cottages all had fantastic views of the mountains and lake. The cottages themselves were well-equipped, spotlessly clean and tastefully furnished. The location was ideal: close to all attractions, golf courses and hiking trails. It was perfect for a family gathering. We were thoroughly impressed and will definitely be returning!"

• "Basic but great for families with small kids"

  31 August 2015

  "We stayed at Berghaven over a weekend with our two young children. Our kids had a blast and spent their time on the playground, in the pool, and at the dam. The accommodation is fairly basic but clean."

• "BERGHAVEN COTTAGES"

  24 August 2015

  "We had a pleasant stay. Peaceful scenic place.<div>Debra was very accommodating to our needs.</div><div>Despite winter, great bird life to watch.</div>"

• "berg haven"

  03 August 2015

  "Lovely view. Cottages well equipped and comfortable. Friendly and accommodating hosts. Loved the dogs. Highly recommend."

• "Lovely place, with beautiful views"

  17 July 2015

  "We spent a lovely two days at Berghaven. The cottage was comfortable, well equipped and with the most wonderful view. The two dogs are well training and friendly. The cottages are close to Monk's Cowl where we went hiking to Nandi Falls."

• "Absolute Gem"

  14 July 2015

  "This little bit of paradise is the perfect place for a rustic and affordable weekend away. Its perfectly positioned to have easy access to the Drakensberg only 5km away. Such a friendly welcome from the Berghaven team! We will definitely be back."

• "Feels like home"

  04 May 2015

  "The location is perfect, and very easy to find. Our little room was comfortable and we felt it was great value for money<span style="line-height: 1.5; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">. We went for a walk on the property, and were amazed by the views around us. What made our time even more special was the two dogs that live at Berghaven, that took us on a walk, they even seemed proud of their home, showing us the various hiddens places. A great place to relax, we will definitely be returning.</span>"

• "Nice Cottage"

  07 April 2015

  "<p>Lovely stay. <br></br><br></br></p><p>Please add to the kitchen ware, there was only two plates, which made it very difficult to prepare dinner. There was no salad bowl, grater, meat plate, scissor ect.Because of this we wont recommend Berghaven or stay there again! <br></br><br></br><br></br><br></br></p><p ></br></p><p></p>"

• "Beautiful"

  27 February 2015

  "The scenery is outrageously beautiful.<span style="line-height: 1.5;">The cottage is clean and spacious. Everything you need is provided and staff is friendly.</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">I had a good experience staying at Berghaven.</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">Thank you .</span>"

• "A wonderful weekend"

  17 February 2015

  "<p>We came here for our Wedding Anniversary andmy birthday. It was a wonderful weekend, the cottages and surrounds were very neat and clean and very peaceful. The views were absolutely stunning and the swimming pool a refreshing start and end to a hot day. <span style="line-height: 1.5;">We enjoyed the visits by the dogs each day and watching the bats at night catch their fill, the one evening a small buck came to visit but stayed down near the dam. Weloved the many birds that visit too as well as the resident birdlife.</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">We alsotried the many activitiesin the area, the highlight a walk in Monk's Cowl Nature Reserve, it was awesome.</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">We will definitely return for a very peaceful holiday indeed.</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">Thank you for the experience!</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">Kind regards</span><span style="line-height: 1.5;">Gavin and Sue Molyneux-Glenn</span></p><p></p>"

• "Lovely stay!"

  05 January 2015

  "Had a very enjoyable stay. Clean, comfortable, quiet and beautiful views."

• "Great low-budget option for Drakensberg area"

  07 December 2014

  "We stayed here for four nights, and found it to be a good jumping off point for hiking and other activities in the area. Cabins are clean, quiet and comfortable. Didn't use the pool, but it looks clean. Location is good - there are grocery stores and restaurants nearby. Only downsides - no wifi and no coffee maker."

• "Wonderful"

  06 September 2014

  "Beautiful place to stay. It was nice and central for us to get around."

• "Amazing Weekend"

  30 June 2014

  "We had a lovely stay at Berghaven Cottages. The rooms are tidy and have all basic necessities. The views from the rooms are spectacular.Thank You very much for a wonderful weekend."

• "Excellent"

  12 May 2014

  "A Lovely place to stay. Great view and in the perfect spot"

• "Berghaven Surprise"

  10 April 2014

  "What a pleasant surprise! Our booking was handled very efficiently and staff were friendly. Accommodation was meticulously neat, attractive and well situated next to a few dams overlooking the mountains. Super sunsets.Will we go back there again? Of course!"

• "Great!"

  23 February 2014

  "We had a great stay at Berghaven.Nice cottages, great view, quiet surroundings.Lots of options for things to do and places to eat out in the neighborhood: Helicopter flight (better than a balloon flight), Monks Cowl golf for lunch, Valley's bakery for breakfast/lunch/coffee. WE will be back!"

• "Great Stay at Berghaven"

  17 December 2013

  "The cottages are in good order and found them to be comfortable and all you need for a great break from the city. The views from each one is spectacular."

• "Excellent"

  19 November 2013

  "Excellent."

• "A lovely escape"

  11 November 2013

  "We had a wonderful time at Berghaven. The owners are really lovely and answer all queries promptly and add more information than was asked for. The cottages are so lovely with a fantastic view. We loved all the little touches the owners added to the cottages like little shampoo bottles and a jug of lemon water in the fridge for when you arrive and many more things. We really recommended this place, it is close to so many activities, but is quiet and intimate."

• "Lovely stay"

  28 October 2013

  "We had a lovely stay, would definitely recommend it."

• "Lovely"

  14 October 2013

  "It was very nice and clean. A pity we couldn't stay longer. Thank you for having us."

• "My Stay at Berghaved"

  30 September 2013

  "An absolutely peaceful, magnificent place. Thanks to Debra for the warm welcome and a lovely cottage. A peaceful get-away it definitely is. I will definitely book at Berghaven again."

• "Windy but wonderful"

  23 September 2013

  "A really lovely part of our country and Berghaven Cottages a really good place to stay.very comfortable equipped with all one needs. Greg and Debra-Ann show to all our needs."

• "Value for money"

  04 September 2013

  "Value for money stay. Perfectly situated for attending congresses at the Champagne Resort, at the fraction of the price. Staff very friendly and helpful. I will definitely return in future."

• "Awesome"

  23 July 2013

  "Awesome breakaway!"

• "Amazing Stay at Berghaven"

  10 July 2013

  "Peaceful, quiet, breathtaking views, excellent hosts - that in a few words describes our few days stay at Berghaven. May I just add how forthcoming Debbie and Dave is, we booked into one of the flatlets which was lovely but unforeseen the geyser gave problems so they moved us into one of the beautiful cottages with the most outstanding views. So a big thank you to Berghaven from both Stefanie and Linda Welman. HIGHLY RECOMMEND BERGHAVEN!!"

• "Stay at Berghaven"

  23 April 2013

  "What a lovely property Berghaven is. We had such a fantastic time at this beautiful place. Dave and Debbie are such fantastic hosts - Not only did they assist us with a visit to a local farmers Maize farm, they also promptly showed up to help us when we had a flat tire at the Monk's Cowl."

• "Lovely area, well kept"

  14 April 2013

  "Thanks for a great stay, the units are very clean and tastefully decorated. Our hosts were friendly and accomodating."

• "Comfortable"

  11 March 2013

  "Clean and comfortable and child fiendly."

• "Lovely"

  27 January 2013

  "We really enjoyed our stay at Berghaven. The chalet was lovely and had everything we needed and the area is absolutely fabulous!"

• "Christmas family weekend"

  27 December 2012

  "We were a large group for the Christmas weekend and booked out most of the accommodation. Apart from the odd maintenance issue here and there, we all had a lovely time and Debbie went out of her way to ensure we were comfortable. Views and surrounds to die for - wonderful hikes at nearby Monks Cowl."

• "Berg Bliss"

  07 October 2012

  "Cottages were sufficient for our needs. Hosts were very friendly and always very helpful. The lack of facilities for children (aged 10 & 13) were a little disappointing."

• "Not great value!"

  09 July 2012

  "Although clean and tidy inside, not close to what we expected for the price paid."

• "Great stay"

  16 April 2012

  "Cottages a little on the old side, but great location and friendly helpful staff."

• "What a relaxing getaway"

  09 January 2012

  "We stayed at Berghaven for three days, and we had such an amazing time. The staff at Berghaven were very friendly and helpful. The cottages were very cosy and affordable. I would definitely recommend Berghaven."

• "Splendid"

  27 December 2011

  "It was a splendid and enjoyable weekend that we experienced and we will for sure return for more."

• "Very nice"

  17 November 2011

  "Us, a party of five pensioner siblings enjoyed staying at your accommodation. The house was spacious, the grounds were nice and well kept. We remembered that the last time we were at Berghaven, six years ago, there were animals roaming the grounds like goats, chickens and impala. We missed them this time. We enjoyed the dams and the beautiful view of the mountains."