About this property

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Elegant Accommodation: Buffalo Hills Private Game Reserve in Harrismith offers a chalet with a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out services, a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and a 24-hour front desk. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a shared kitchen, housekeeping, laundry, outdoor seating, picnic area, family rooms, bicycle parking, and barbecue facilities. Additional amenities include a pool with a view, bath, lake, garden, and mountain views, and a dishwasher. Explore the Area: Guests can engage in fishing, hiking, and cycling. Nearby attractions include Kaalvoet Vrou Statue (26 km) and Harrismith Golf Course (29 km). The reserve is highly rated by guests for its excellent facilities and scenic views.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
2 double beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 5
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Patricia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was wonderful.It was so well equipped and a mixture of old and new!
  • Talisha
    Belgium Belgium
    Beautiful location, finishes and small welcome touches to make you feel a world away and at home
  • Charl
    South Africa South Africa
    Amazing views, even the Buffalo showed up to say hi
  • Roisin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We stayed at the fishing cottage close to the reserve and the farm house on the reserve. Both had lovely peaceful settings. The staff were super and extremely helpful and friendly.
  • Birgit
    South Africa South Africa
    Comfortable beds with amazing linen, peaceful, beautiful location, loads of space, fabulous hikes. And we even found the bushmen paintings AND the buffalo.
  • Natasha
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent staff and facilities. Really nice space and privacy. Perfect relaxing getaway.
  • Nadine
    South Africa South Africa
    Extremely delightful holiday with family. The lodging was beautiful and well maintained. The staff was incredibly helpful. Highly recommend for a unique experience- it truly felt like we were in another country- safe and isolated- enjoyed the...
  • Angy-lee
    South Africa South Africa
    The manageress, Nicole, was absolutely amazing. The cottage we had was so beautiful and catered for our every need. The views were exquisite. We got to hike on the most amazing trails and connect with horses along the way. Just wonderful!
  • Lucky
    South Africa South Africa
    Country lifestyle, my other career is to work the farm and stay in the farm for life.
  • Greet
    Belgium Belgium
    Schitterende locatie, middenin de Drakensbergen met wildlife in de achtertuin. Ideaal als je even helemaal wil afkoppelen.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Buffalo Hills

9.6
Host review score
Buffalo Hills
Buffalo Hills Private Game Reserve is a hidden gem situated in the Drakensberg highlands near Sterkfontein Dam in the Eastern Free State +/- 35km outside of Harrismith. Self-catering accommodation is offered in 3 separate units, namely The Fishing Cottage, The Farm House, and The Mountain Lodge. All units come equipped with comfortable beds and a fully-equipped kitchen and dining room. Other in-room facilities include a lounge area, a fireplace, TV, DStv, Wi-Fi, and an outside braai area. The Mountain Lodge is the most expensive unit and offers a luxurious stay offering accommodation in 4 thatched chalets built into the mountain rockface with stunning mountain views. It also has a small rock pool and a lovely braai area. The Farm House was the old homestead of the owners and is also located on the Reserve. It offers spacious accommodation surrounded by rolling lawns with valley as well as mountain views. It is situated about 2 km from the Mountain Lodge. It is surrounded by old stone farm outbuildings and has undercover parking for 4 vehicles. It also offers a small conference facility housed in an old converted barn. This facility can accommodate about 20-30 people and is ideal for family gatherings. An outside caterer is available to provide catering if required. The Fishing Cottage is situated just across the road from the reserve entrance, It is situated next to a 47ha dam and is ideal for water lovers and fishermen. The dam is stocked with Barbel and Carp and offers excellent fishing. This unit offers lovely accommodation at a budget price. Please note that the use of a 4x4 vehicle is recommended during the rainy season. Guests are advised to enquire about the condition of the road before traveling to the Reserve. When the road is dry it is safe to use normal vehicles to travel on the road, but the use of a 4x4 vehicle is also recommended for game drives. On-site activities include fishing, mountain biking, hiking, and bird watching.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

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House rules

Buffalo Hills Private Game Reserve takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 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 option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 5,000 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about £209. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
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
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Buffalo Hills Private Game Reserve 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.

A damage deposit of ZAR 5,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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