Welcome to our secluded self catering cottages which are set in 18 acres of
unspoilt countryside in the heart of the arts and crafts route of the midlands
meander. Built in 2004 these well equipped cottages overlook the Lions River and
offer a peaceful and relaxing breakaway. We have 4 freestanding thatched
cottages with a private balcony overlooking the river. Each cottage is for 2
people having an ensuite bathroom with its own Jacuzzi spa bath fully equipped
kitchen with microwave 2 plate stove,fridge/freezer toaster and Weber braai
There is also a dining and lounge area, table and chairs on the balcony, and a
queen size double bed and own car port. For cold nights all cottages have an
electric fire, electric blanket and goose down duvets. All utensils,crockery,and
glasses are included, and all linen and towels supplied. There is a
welcome pack including tea coffee sugar, milk and homemade biscuits.
We are located 13km.out of Nottingham Road on the Fort Nottingham road. We are
50km. From Howick and Howick Falls. Pietermaritziburg is 70km., Durban,150
km.and Johannesburg 450km.
The cottages run along side the Lions River with beautiful views and gentle
riverside walks. The Midlands Meander arts and crafts route offers various local
products and produce. You can bring your own bikes and ride in the scenic
countryside. The local area abounds with thing to do and see including trout and
bass fishing golfing the renowned Midmar mile at midmar dam . The historic
battlefield route is 90 minutes away and the Drakensberg mountain range 1 hours
drive.
Otters den has Internet facilites in the office. There are several local
restaurants within.. a 15 min. Drive including Rawdons hotel and the well know
Nottingham Road brewery. Your hosts Jeff and Alice have lived in the area
since 1992 when they opened hawklee country house and ran it until June 2008.
