• Entire home
  • 129 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking rooms

Offering outdoor pool, Deer Cottage is located on a privately owned game farm on the Brakkefontein road close to Kirkwood. The cottage is surrounded by wild life, and dates back to 1890. Guests may spot deer from the large terrace. The lounge has a fireplace and there is a fully equipped kitchen. Featuring a shower or bath, the 2 bathrooms also come with free toiletries. The cottage has solar powered lighting and gas geysers, a fridge and stove. You will find a garden with a children’s playground and BBQ facilities. Deer Cottage is a 1 hour drive from Port Elizabeth Airport and beaches. Addo Elephant National Park is 47 mi away. Guests can get general supplies from Kirkwood, or dine at a few restaurants which are all within a 16 mi radius

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.0
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  • G
    Gerhard
    South Africa South Africa
    The quiet, the mountains, bush and conveniance of everything is there, only bring food and drink.
  • Dawson
    South Africa South Africa
    The cottage is rustic, clean, quaint and comfortable. The outside braai area had light and the hearth was wonderful to stand next to. The night sky and stars were incredible. Seeing the 3 giraffe and the buck both evenings was an unexpected treat....
  • Julian
    South Africa South Africa
    Comfortable, well equipped cottage. Beautiful views and nearby wildlife. Efficient, caring comms with owners.

Host Info

9.2
9.2
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

APPROXIMATELY 25KMS AWAY IS THE WONDERFUL DANIELL CHEETAH AND WILD CAT SANCTUARY WHICH IS DEFINITELY WORTH A VISIT. THE ADDO ELEPHANT PARK IS APPROXIMATELY 50KMS AWAY AND A DAY DRIVE IS RECOMMENDED. CRISS CROSS ADVENTURES OFFERS CANOEING AND QUADBIKING AND SAFARIS. ADRENALIN ADDO IS ALSO IN THE SUNDAYS RIVER VALLEY OFFERING ZIPLING AND TANDEM SWING.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Deer Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Cleaning products
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Kitchen
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    Bathroom
    • Towels
    • Additional bathroom
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    • Desk
    Room Amenities
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Plunge pool
    Activities
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    Outdoor & View
    • View
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    Languages Spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 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 12 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

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

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Visa Cash Deer Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please note that check-in services are not available after 6 pm at Deer Cottage.

    Please note that there is a 6.8 mi gravel road leading to the cottage.

    Please inform Deer 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.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.