The host was fantastic. She pulled out all the stops in making us feel welcome. Freshly baked bread, chees and eggs. Chocolates on our cushions. A wonderful experience.

Stayed in August 2025

What an absolutely wonderful stay! This far exceeded my expectations. The views and tranquillity are just incredible. It is the most picturesque little cottage with the most outstanding views out across the landscape which changes colour constantly - I was even greeted by a buck who darted across the fields. The hosts were so attentive and brought extra firewood and had even baked fresh bread and filled the fridge with milk, cheese, eggs and juice! Wonderful TV and wifi - absolutely everything you could want. And, although the hosts were very attentive they left you to enjoy the peace and quite without hassling you. Thank you for a dream time out - definitely a highlight of my time in SA!

Stayed in July 2025

I didn't see anything fitting any criticism.

Just everything about the place and the scenic.

Stayed in June 2025

Being "townies" we struggled a little with getting the fire going in the indoor fireplace, but once Greg had given us a bit of his rural expertise, we were "A-for-away".

The cottage was well-appointed cosiness personified, and with a congenial welcome from Angie and Greg, which included everything from unimpeded views over Hodgson's Peaks and the local farmlands to coffee and teas, fresh bread, milk, cheese and fruit, as well as pillow treats, one would scarcely needed to pack any food and drink for a romantic first night! The general furnishings were comfy and neatly co-ordinated in black and white. Kettle, toaster, microwave, mini oven, airfryer, mini fridge-and-freezer and hairdryer were all available, so the appliances more than met our basic needs. The towels were soft and snuggly after our steaming hot showers, and the pristine white linen and weighted blankets kept us toasty even as the winter temperatures plummeted in the wee hours. If the chess board, Mastermind, and supplied paperbacks weren't enough to keep us occupied in miserable conditions, Wifi, DSTV, Netflix and Youtube were on hand, and if we'd felt the need to commune with nature of an evening, a firepit and Weber braai would have taken the edge off a chilly night of stargazing. So impressed were we with Sani View Cottage that we sincerely hope our hosts will pencil us in for next Father's Day weekend before the hordes start the stampede for their door.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

Lovely setting and a lovely cottage. Unbelievable views and such nice touches with the items in the fridge and on the beds. Will absolutely stay again, for longer.

Stayed in June 2025

On arrival the fridge was stocked with cheese, eggs, butter, water, fruit juice. Freshly baked bread and basket full of fruit on the counter. Stunning views from the stoep, very comfortable cottage

Stayed in May 2025

What you see on the pics is what you get,peaceful

Stayed in May 2025

Beautiful place with all comfort and fantastic views on the mountains! We regret to have stayed only for one night. Fresh bread, eggs, milk, orange juice are provided.

Stayed in May 2025

If I had to take a swing - no spare plug immediately next to the bed - difficult to charge a phone.

Friendly - EVERYTHNG was there- even the fridge was stocked with cheese and eggs!

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing

Very comfortable and clean

Stayed in April 2025

Angie went out of her way to make our first night of our honeymoon special with freshly baked bread, chocolate, fudge and a bottle of champagne. She was incredibly kind and the cottage was comfortable with a spectacular view.

Stayed in April 2025

Not much not too like.

Perfect location and the cottage was fully equipped with everything we could need. Angie the hostess made sure we are well taken care of and supplied everything that one could wish for on a short stay. She is also very knowledgeable on the conditions of the environment and gave as expert advice on what to expect on our journey/adventure up Sani pass the next day. A fantastic lady. Thanx Angie.

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing really

The hospitality by the owner was amazing

Stayed in February 2025

We were delighted with all the spoils in the cottage - fresh bread, cheese,, eggs, orange juice, milk, fresh fruit, and homemade choc fudge on bedside tables. The setting is absolutely magical with an uninterrupted view of the mountains, and Sani Pass. We could walk along a mown path beside a wetland, and enjoy the birdlife from our stoep. Highly recommend this private little cottage with all one could need.

Stayed in February 2025

Angie is an amazing hostess that goes above and beyond. Beautiful cottage that has everything you need and the most incredible views.

Stayed in January 2025

The cottage was beautifully laid out. We were surprised with so many delicious treats, which was totally unexpected. The fresh bread, fruit and cheese were a welcome treat to weary travellers.

Stayed in January 2025

It would of course be useful if there were an ATM in Himeville, bit this is out of the hands of the average permanent resident, I imagine. Since we were self-drive tourists, it was not too much of an undertaking to quickly drive to Underberg to obtain supplies. (We might have done this prior to arriving in Himeville, but hastened there in order to visit the museum before it closed at 3pm - and I might add that the museum is outstanding).

The location is beautiful. Not only is Himeville an idyllic and peaceful village, but the cottage is located at the edge of the village, offering residents uninterrupted views across verdant fields where birds frolic, towards the majestic Drakensberg mountain range, a stone's throw from the "Kingdom in the Sky". (Lesotho)

Stayed in January 2025

Lovely homemade bread, cheese, eggs and fruit made a lovely breakfast. Loved having the dogs come to visit us. Beautiful flowers growing all around . Decor is outstanding and the kitchenette had absolutely everything that we needed for our convenience and definitely the biggest bed I have ever slept in

Stayed in January 2025

A lovely host and we appreciated the unexpected extras

Stayed in November 2024

Lovely cottage nestled in the beautifull and safe town off Himeville. Peacefull setting with the most awesome view off Sani Pass in the distance. The cottage had more than we needed for an overnight stay. Angie spoiled us with homemade bread that we enjoyed immediately. Also there were treats on the bed and the fridge was stocked with everything we needed for breakfast.

Stayed in December 2024

The wifi was not working properly, but I guess that was because of the load shedding

The pictures were a true reflection of the cottage, it was a private space. The host was so wonderful, she even had some goodies in the cottage for us, the chocolate on the pillows were such a beautiful sight. The cottage was fitted with all the appliances one needs to make the stay so comfortable

Stayed in December 2024

What we wish was better: it is a small house not sheltered from the sun...hence it was quite hot inside during the day. (We spent 6 days in early December 2024...temperature reached 32-35C [90-95F] each day (an unusually hot late spring). At night the house did not cool down...we were uncomfortable on several nights trying to sleep. Yes there are ceiling fans (good one in the bedroom)...but there are no screens on the windows, and insects were a nuisance at night. Also, impossible to cook in the kitchen/living room because of the heat. As this is the lodge's first year in business, we are sure they will make the small changes needed to insure comfort in extreme conditions. (If a heat pump [mini-split] unit could be installed that would make this place superb.) And a larger refrigerator...Owners are good, kind people who run tours to Sani Pass for a good price. We would stay here again.

This small house does all the important basics right: Internet 110%; Electricity and reliability 110%; Hot Water 100%; Water Pressure 95%. The view to the mountains is exceptional. The nearby town has good value restaurants: the Whistling Goat had especially good food for very reasonable prices. We came here as birders (one of us has a PhD; we've been studying and writing about birds for 30+ years. This is our third trip to South Africa and 5th trip to southern Africa). The local area for birds is wonderful...contact Stuart McLean who is from the area (bird guide for 30+ years) in order to find Flufftails, and any specialties of the Sani Pass/Lesotho part of the nearby park. He is a bargain! This small house is centrally located for birding and we would stay here again.

Stayed in December 2024

The cottage had everything we needed. The host was so friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Stayed in November 2024

A great location, spectacular views and beautiful decor in this private cottage. Angie was the perfect host, so helpful and knowledge about the area. The wifi was fast, and she has 3 beautiful dogs. 11/10 for Angie and her Cottage, it was an amazing stay!

Stayed in November 2024