The Bunker

1 Highlands, Champagne Valley Central Drakensberg, KZN, 3331 Champagne Valley, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>145</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
145 reviews

Super convenient location and incredibly private. Wonderful views of the mountains. Unit is exceptionally spacious and excellent value for the money. We are already recommending The Bunker to our friends for any trips they may be considering to Drakensberg. Jo is very thoughtful and communication was excellent in all respects. Would book again without hesitation.

Nick United States of America
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The Bunker

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  • Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • WiFi in all areas
    9 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
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The Bunker is set in Champagne Valley and offers barbecue facilities and a terrace. This holiday home has a garden and free private parking. The holiday home with a patio and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Bed linen and towels are provided free of charge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
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  • Nick
    United States of America United States of America
    “Super convenient location and incredibly private. Wonderful views of the mountains. Unit is exceptionally spacious and excellent value for the money. We are already recommending The Bunker to our friends for any trips they may be considering to...”
  • Letitea
    South Africa South Africa
    “Most beautiful views. It was so peaceful and relaxing. Loved the monkeys. Will definitely be back.”
  • Paulo
    South Africa South Africa
    “Despite the loa shedding crisis that SOuth Africa is experience, the property has solar panels and we had energy all the time. The cell service was down few times due to load shedding, but this is not The Bunker fault.”

Hosted by Jo Hedges

9.4
9.4
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Jo Hedges
Situated in the foothills of the Central Drakensberg mountains, in the beautiful Champagne Valley, is our totally unique accommodation, The Bunker. The rustic rock exterior of The Bunker, houses the most modern, comfortable and spacious interior. While it sleeps two, arrangements can be made with the host, to accommodate one to two children up to the age of 17, at no extra charge. The Bunker roof, doubles as a deck on which to have breakfast in the morning and later enjoy a drink while watching the sun set over the Champagne Castle and Cathkin Peaks. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering accommodation, with a stove, microwave, fridge etc. DSTV, WiFi (1GB free-thereafter load your own data - instructions available) A hair drier, free standing heater, electric blankets and overhead fans provide extra comfort for the discerning guest. There are braai facilities on the patio of The Bunker. Your host is Jo Hedges who, although not on the premises, lives only a phone call away if needed.
Your host, Jo Hedges is a keen photographer, avid birder and outdoor enthusiast. She enjoys meeting and accommodating people from all over the world. She has a comprehensive information on the Champagne Valley and can advise the guest on places of interest to visit and which leisure trails or more rigorous hikes to undertake. She also has an extensive knowledge of the birds which occur in the area.
Nearby attractions include: • Cathbrew Micro Breweries (Berg Air) • Cedarwood Village Mall with an eclectic array of shops, a supermarket, a restaurant, a chocolate shop and a cheese shop. • Steve Bull's art at Ady's Coffee shop We sell Steve Bull’s unique art and souvenirs, and this shop is a must-visit in Cedarwood Mall • Drakensberg Boys’ Choir School (concerts every Wednesday afternoon during the school term). • Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre • Champagne Sports Resort Golf Course • Monk’s Cowl Country Club and 9 hole golf course • Helicopter flips • Excellent Restaurants • Horse riding • Kwa-Zulu Weavers rug and candle factory • Fishing • The Oaks Supermarket & Petrol • Dragon’s Rest Restaurant (1km from The Bunker) • Hikes up the mountain from Monk’s Cowl Park’s Board. • Valley Bakery, Coffee Shop and Art gallery. • River rafting and Quad Bikes • Adventure Centre with Abseiling and Scootours. • Spionkop Nature Reserve - Large game (45 km) • Thokizisa Tourist Centre • Hot air ballooning • Reptile Centre • Cathedral Peak Wine Estate (40kms) • Several Spa’s and wellness clinics. • Parkrun at The Waffle Hut (Saturdays @ 8am)
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of The Bunker
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Basic Wifi 9 Mbps ( ). Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Horseback riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    • Detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    The Bunker takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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

    Check-out

    Until 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.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib by request
    Extra bed by request
    		Free
    3 - 16 years
    Extra bed by request
    		Free

    Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    1 crib or 2 extra beds available on request.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, 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 on request. No extra charges.

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

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

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about The Bunker

    • Check-in at The Bunker is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The Bunker offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Horseback riding

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

    • The Bunker can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

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

    • The Bunker is 2.5 miles from the center of Champagne Valley. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • The Bunker has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

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