Cottage vacation rentals in KwaZulu-Natal

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Cottage in Salt Rock, Dolphin Coast

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews

Sunbird luxury cottage in idyllic garden

A lovely thatched two bedroom cottage in a tranquil one and a half acre garden in Salt Rock. Beautifully furnished with a modern fully equipped kitchen. SMEG oven, washer/tumble dryer, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Walk out the sitting room onto a lovely patio which is situated on the steps of a large pool. Only 2kms to the beach and very close to Sage, Litchi Orchard and Tiffany's Shopping Centre and the new Salt Rock City. Children love running around the large garden and of course the pool.

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Cottage in Nottingham Road

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Coldstream Cottage

Set on a 20hectare property on the banks of the Mooi River, Coldstream Cottage is the perfect place to unwind. Enjoy the beautiful views on the verandah, stroll down to the river or have an early morning run. The cottage is an architect designed, open plan, one bedroom unit with partly open plan bathroom. Morning sun pours through expansive glass panes, a free standing fireplace and solid wood floors help keep it warm in winter. A 20 minute drive gets you to Nottingham Road shops and restaurant

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Cottage in Lidgetton

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Caversham Hill Cottage (off-grid)

Caversham Hill Cottage is a quaint, spacious, self catering cottage situated on a 7 hectare small holding in the KZN Midlands. The cottage features one bedroom, one bathroom, an open plan kitchen and living area, small patio and private garden. WIFI and Netflix is available. Set in peaceful surroundings with a breath-taking view of the valley, unwind with a relaxing countryside getaway. Enjoy an early morning run or stroll through the plantation, or explore the Midlands Meander close by.

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Cottage in Hluhluwe

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

Lakeview Cottage on The Ridge

The spacious self catering cottage has 2 ensuite airconditioned bedrooms with luxury linen and bath towels. The bathrooms, tho dated, are clean and tidy. Our coffee bar is stocked with homemade rusks, coffee, tea, and sugar. There is also milk in the fridge. The lounge and patio area have beautiful views of the Falsebay Lake. The kitchen is fully equipped. Quoted rate is for up to 2 people, the unit can sleep 4. Any more than 2 people, then the extra fee of R250pppn applies.

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Cottage in Hillcrest

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

Tennis Cottage - Surrounded by a verdant garden.

Based in central Hillcrest, the Tennis Court Cottage is a recently renovated, self catering garden cottage located on a well secured property within a lush, green garden. The space is a private and peaceful, equipped with all the amenities required by the business or leisure traveler. Self check in and out is quick and easy via a keypad at the main gate, a key box is located at the entrance to the unit. Due to its size the unit is ideally suited for short term stays.

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Cottage in Winterton

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews

The Goodland Milk Cottage - Farm Style Cottage

Milk Cottage is completely private and secluded.You’ll love the tranquility, large open spaces and fresh air. The beds are made up with fresh white linen, fluffy white towels are provided. The cottage is good for couples, friends or families as it has two en-suite bedrooms with a queen size bed in each. TV with Netflix, selected Dstv and free WiFi. Full kitchen and braai and a cozy fireplace in the lounge. Gas stove and inverter-battery back-up during loadshedding.

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Cottage in Kamberg

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviews

Gumtree Cottage

Kamberg Cottages in the Kamberg Valley offers a humble country escape with a simple yet modern finish to this cottage. Whilst this compact cottage is perfect for a family of 4, it is a gorgeous spot for a couple to retreat from the busy mainstream life. A gem of a place to rest, relax, regroup! Crisp linen & cosy blankets. Lawn and shade. The patio looks out to the small dam, kyaks and tubes available for guest use. A perfect unpretentious country hideaway!

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Cottage in Wakkerstroom

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Sunbird Cottage - Relaxed Farm Getaway

Sunbird Cottage is on a working farm 30km from Volksrust and Wakkerstroom Wetlands, it is a place to come and relax and recharge, we are off grid. There is great birding, walking, mountain biking and bass fishing on site, there are also kayaks for the dams. The cottage overlooks a gorge that goes down to the Slang River with an indigenous forest and has great views over the valley towards Amajuba Mountain and Battlefields for those interested in history.

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Cottage in Dargle

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 264 reviews

Woodsong Cottage - Self Catering

The cottage is situated in The Dargle Valley bordering a forestry estate and overlooks the uMngeni River. It is nestled in the trees next to the main house on Woodsong Farm, which is a small life-style farm where you are free to explore the surroundings. Enjoy walks to the small dam with a picnic basket and bird-watch, take photos, enjoy some casual fishing and wild-swimming.

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Cottage in Balgowan

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 99 reviews

Fisherman's cottage with spectacular view

The fisherman's cottage is situated right on the water's edge and has a panoramic view of the dam and indigenous forest. Relax and enjoy the abundant bird life or tumble out of bed to cast a line for bass. The cottage is centrally located on the Midlands Meander in the Balgowan area, and is close to popular restaurants and wedding venues.

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Cottage in Hillcrest

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

Quiet Garden Cottage in central Hillcrest

A peaceful, spacious open-plan cottage, with en suite bathroom and kitchen. Tranquil valley views, yet very centrally-located in Hillcrest. Enjoy a garden setting at this self-catering space. A large room, with king-sized bed, sleeper couch. Bathroom has a shower and bath. Separate kitchen equipped for basic self-catering needs.

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Cottage in Durban North

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 286 reviews

Quaint Cottage Durban North - ideal short stay

Beautiful renovated cottage in the heart of Durban North. The perfect destination, it will meet all your comfort needs with uncapped wifi, smart TV and A/C. With its compact kitchenette, this is the ideal place to overnight if you’re in and out, or settle for a few days if you just need a break. Secure parking and 24hr security.

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23 Ambleside Family cottage by the sea

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews9 months ago

My kids stayed with Catherine for more than a week and enjoyed every moment. Great location, and Catherine really made them feel comfortable. The place was cute, and the kids would love to stay at Catherine's place when they visit Port Shepstone again. Great value for money! Thank you Catherine!!

Cottage in Port Shepstone

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Kingfisher

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 65 reviews2 weeks ago

I had an exceptional stay! The host was incredibly responsive and always willing to assist. The housekeeping staff was equally delightful and attentive. I truly felt cared for throughout my visit and would highly recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for some quiet time at the Berg!

Cottage in Bergville

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GUM TREE GLEN Wrinkly Tin Cottage

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 71 reviews3 days ago

Peta is an amazing host. She gave us excellent recommendations and took us on a lovely walk. She really went out of her way to ensure that we had a good stay and that we did. The beds were very comfortable and warm, the house was cozy and we had stunning views over farmland. It was like living in a story book. She left us delicious bread, butter and we even had tea, coffee and rusks. The sherry was a lovely little touch. We will definitely be back to this hidden gem

Cottage in Curry's Post

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Thimble Cottage, Underberg

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews2 weeks ago

Thimble Cottage is an amazing place for a family holiday. The house is stunning and has everything you can think off. The gardens dam and surrounds are just stunning. So many walks right from the cottage. We also used the Sani Spoors mtb trails which were great and tubing in the river a short walk from the cottage So peaceful too that the 7 nights felt a lot longer Hosts were super responsive and provided info on things to do were to eat etc Thanks Karen and Andrew

Cottage in Underberg

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Beach Music/Melody Umdloti 2familiesSeaView Luxury

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews9 months ago

OH MY GOODNESS, WHAT A GEM. A LITTLE SLICE OF PARADISE!!!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU RUTH FOR THE MOST AMAZING STAY AND FOR SHARING YOUR BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL COTTAGES WITH US. THANK YOU TOO FOR THE SPECIAL CARE, NOTHING IS TOO MUCH TROUBLE, RIGHT DOWN TO TOYS , A HIGH CHAIR, CAMP COT AND BEAUTIFUL BEDDING AND CUTLERY AND CROCKERY FOR OUR TEENY TREASURE. THE BEST BEDS IN ALL THE WORLD FOR THE GROWN UPS!!!! HENWOODS BEDS ARE A DEFINITE IN OUR HOME FROM NOW ON!!!!!!

Cottage in eMdloti

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Yellowwoods Farm-Old Stables -2bedroom

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews4 days ago

This was my 2nd time staying here, loved it so much! Took my parents this time and they loved it! The location is excellent and very accessible! Lots of amazing things to do and restaurants! Located between Nottingham Road & Lions River is so ideal, we spent a lot of time along Curry’s Post & Nottingham Road!! The dogs are so friendly we are major dog lovers, and we felt so safe, although there are others on the property you never seen them or hear them. Rooms & the cottage were serviced daily. Had a lovely time thanks so much Charlie & Sarah. Can’t wait to be back!

Cottage in Nottingham Road

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Ripon Country Cottage

5 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews4 months ago

We had an incredible stay at this wonderful place as a family. The atmosphere was truly peaceful, and we couldn’t get enough of the amazing views that surrounded us. The property was serene and perfect for a relaxing getaway. A special thanks to our hosts, Erica and her husband, who were exceptional. Their warm hospitality made our experience even more memorable. We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a tranquil escape with stunning scenery and outstanding hosts. We’d love to return someday!

Cottage in Himeville

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MacLeod House Guest Cottage-Nature lovers' getaway

5 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews2 weeks ago

Oh Lyn and Jack. You guys definitely need to add on the description how therapeutic your home is, u keep saying I’ve seen heaven with my eyes because of your home. The views, the scenery 🥹 to die for, the interior space and lastly my 2 little friends Billy and Lola (I miss them) your home is now our second home. It’s gorgeous I have no words breathtaking. Your service was top tier 🎉. We went hiking the next morning and the experience was amazing ❤️. God has really blessed you with such a beautiful home. My boyfriend said we are coming back really soon ❤️

Cottage in Kloof

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Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve - Otter Cove Cottage

5 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews2 weeks ago

Was a lovely experience from start to finish. Tash is very nice and welcoming and provided any information we needed. The accommodation was beautiful- the decoration as well as the amenities (all were listed on the page) There was a stunning view of the mountain- lots of birds, an available trail to walk, and fishing. There is a fireplace and hot water that is perfect. We appreciate her helpfulness and hope to be back soon!

Cottage in Underberg

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