Haggards on Hilldrop

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Haggards on Hilldrop

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6

About this property

Historic Setting: Haggards on Hilldrop in Newcastle offers a recently renovated historic building with a beautiful garden and terrace. Guests enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and modern amenities such as tea and coffee makers, work desks, and TVs. Family rooms and ground-floor units provide additional comfort. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, American, buffet, à la carte, full English/Irish, and vegetarian. Local specialties, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and a pool bar enhance the dining experience. Convenient Location: Located 5 mi from Newcastle Golf Club and 15 mi from Chelmsford Nature Reserve, the property offers easy access to local attractions. Free on-site private parking is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, American, Buffet

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 king bed
1 full bed
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1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Di
    Australia Australia
    “Haggards is a historic property with beautiful gardens and excellent facilities - like the fully stocked honesty bar with pool table and sports TV and Braai area. Lovely pool area and breakfast room. It is located in a great and private location.”
  • Shalini
    South Africa South Africa
    “The Reception staff were very friendly, super efficient and welcoming. The room was very nice. We appreciated the electric blanket and comfortable bed. The whole area was beautiful, tranquil and peaceful.”
  • Kherina
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful stay. Breakfast was fantastic. It is hot where they make a restaurant meal for you with unlimited toast and muffins. Very cool bar. We were here for work, but I would definitely consider it for a romantic weekend away. Very well kept...”
  • Phala
    South Africa South Africa
    “The place is super nice. It's home away from home. Clean, comfortable & tranquil.”
  • Nomvula
    South Africa South Africa
    “We loved the area as a whole , very tranquil, clean and beautiful. The small kitchen was a nice surprise and it made out stay very comfortable and accommodating as people that love self catering.”
  • Robert
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Great breakfast, very large and comfortable rooms, good beds. Beautiful setting, nice pool, very friendly service by the owners”
  • Lolontle
    South Africa South Africa
    “The staff was amazing , extra helpful and so mindful . The scenery is out of this world , the photos don’t do it any justice it is such a tranquil space . Doesn’t even feel like it’s in South Africa , just wow .”
  • Caitlin
    South Africa South Africa
    “Jade, one of the staff members, was fantastic. They were very accommodating in many ways. The bed was comfortable and clean place. There were beautiful, well-maintained gardens. They had inverters/generators for power problems.”
  • Zamandlovu
    South Africa South Africa
    “The property is very quiet. The mature trees surrounding the property make it a perfect spot for quiet reflections during your stay. The staff is also incredibly kind and accommodating. This is why this is our first choice accommodation in Newcastle.”
  • Loshnee
    South Africa South Africa
    “The property is so beautiful and gardens so well maintained! It was peaceful and beautiful and the staff were all so super friendly and accommodating. The pool and bar facilities were excellent. A great suite was provided (suitable for families),...”

Managed by Andre & Lelanie Joubert

Company review score: 9.6Based on 272 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We are a Family Driven Establishment and our Staff pride themselves in service excellence.

Property info

Rich with Industrial Diversity, Newcastle attracts mostly Corporate Clientele. Ideally situated between Gauteng, Durban, the Kruger National Park and the Drakensberg. As the Original Farmhouse of Sir Rider Haggard, Author of “King Solomon’s Mines”, our Establishment is nestled at the foothill of the Hilldrop Rocky Range. Built in 1875 and the focal point of our Bed & Breakfast, many a Corporate and Holiday Visitor has shared the history hereof since 29 July 1995. Our rooms are inviting with crisp poly-percale linen enhanced by the rich colours of Persian and Kelim carpets. Each Bedroom walks onto a patio or balcony with Garden or Forest views. Secure parking on premises for each room makes unpacking a breeze. Our 3 Hectare Indigenous Forest hosts an array of birdlife which surrounds the Honesty Bar and Swimming Pool. The Braai Lapa is available for private use and a favourite meeting place.

Neighborhood info

Our Establishment is nestled on the outskirts of Newcastle and makes for beautiful surroundings. Our Original Farmhouse is known to the Locals as "Hilldrop House" as it was declared a National Monument in 1981 with the same name.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Check-out
From 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. That's about $28. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on 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 by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

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