Elvandar Country Cottage

1 Sylvan Grove, 3245 Hilton, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>20</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
20 reviews
a house in the middle of a green field at Elvandar Country Cottage in Hilton
a garden with green grass and trees and bushes at Elvandar Country Cottage in Hilton
a bedroom with a white bed and a large window at Elvandar Country Cottage in Hilton
a bathroom with a toilet and a chair and a window at Elvandar Country Cottage in Hilton
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Elvandar Country Cottage

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  • Entire home
  • 1399 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
    In all areas • 46 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

A recently renovated chalet, Elvandar Country Cottage offers accommodations in Hilton. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the chalet. Providing a terrace with garden views, this chalet also offers a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and bathrobes. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can also relax in the garden. Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve is 6.5 miles from Elvandar Country Cottage, while KwaZulu-Natal Museum is 9.3 miles away. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 11 miles from the accommodation.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Hilton
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Colette
    South Africa South Africa
    “The whole place and stay was amazing and peaceful. I highly recommend this place to anyone.”
  • Mabongi
    South Africa South Africa
    “Spaciousness of the property, cleanliness, modern look and most of all the homeliness. Everything exceptional. The host is wonderful and warm. Special touch she gives her guests with fresh flowers, welcome note and a treat!”
  • Thulani
    South Africa South Africa
    “Spent Christmas with the family. A true home away from home. Beautiful garden,spacious rooms and very much child friendly. A very quiet neighbourhood, felt very safe. Shops within close proximity. Even sites like Howick falls and Mandela capture...”

Hosted by Marita Thornhill

9.9
9.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Marita Thornhill
If you are looking for country comfort, privacy, tranquility, and beautiful surroundings, this accommodation is for you. The 2-acre property is safe and secure with an electric fence and access to 24-7-armed response, and offers safe, undercover parking. The owners also reside on the property, but the free-standing cottage is tucked away behind lush vegetation and with its own garden to enjoy your privacy. The charming verandah has a magnificent view over the picturesque garden, the perfect spot to relax and observe the scenery, even on rainy days. The cottage is loadshedding friendly with a gas hob, geyser and gas heaters, 12v LED lights, and a backup generator. A weber kettle braai is also available. If you need to work on the go, the dedicated workspace and Wi-Fi are ready for you to use.
Elvandar is owned and managed by Harold and Marita Thornhill. We have been living on the property since 1999. Marita sees to the bookings, the day-to-day running of the property, and is available for general requests and sharing of knowledge about local attractions. She is passionate about gardening and art, and loves meeting new people. We have two small dogs (Mojo and Kirri) on the property, but they are very friendly. They enjoy greeting guests but will not interfere with your stay.
Winterskloof is a quiet neighborhood of Hilton. We are situated in a Conservancy so expect to encounter wildlife and an abundance of birds. Take a stroll through the valley neighborhood to experience the area or head over to the Doreen Clarke Nature Reserve, just 1.7km from the property, and explore the easy circular trail which takes about 30 minutes to an hour to complete. The Hilton Village Centre is a mere 10-minute drive away where you will find numerous coffee shops, yummy pastries, restaurants, pubs, beauty salons, medical services, a historical train station (a favorite for kids) and much more. As Hilton lies on the doorstep of the Midlands Meander, Elvandar makes the perfect base for your local explorations.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Elvandar Country Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Good free Wifi 46 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Electric blankets
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 AM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Elvandar Country Cottage of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Quiet hours are between 10:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Elvandar Country Cottage

  • Elvandar Country Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Elvandar Country Cottage can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Elvandar Country Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Elvandar Country Cottage is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Yes, Elvandar Country Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Elvandar Country Cottage on this page.

    • Elvandar Country Cottage is 2.3 miles from the center of Hilton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Elvandar Country Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.