Notting Hill Lodge

R103, Old Main Road, 3275 Balgowan, South Africa
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Notting Hill Lodge

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Scored 9
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
396 reviews

Notting Hill Lodge is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Balgowan where guests can make the most of its outdoor swimming pool, garden, and terrace. This property offers access to a patio, darts, free private parking, and free Wifi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the bed and breakfast's outdoor fireplace, or simply kick back and relax. The rooms have a private bathroom, while selected rooms will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. Continental and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. For guests with children, Notting Hill Lodge offers both an indoor and outdoor play area. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Bosch Hoek Golf Club is 6.6 miles from the accommodation, while Fort Nottingham Museum is 14 miles away. Pietermaritzburg Airport is 33 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
4 twin beds
and
1 full bed
Bedroom
1 full bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Balgowan
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gray
    Australia Australia
    “The owner Lorraine and her husband Chris went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. We had two kids and they were so warm and welcoming to us. Great location, a real oasis of a property with amazing gardens, a children's playground,...”
  • Paula
    South Africa South Africa
    “Breakfast in the main house is delicious! Lorraine is such a gracious host and always goes the extra mile to make sure you are comfortable and happy. This is our 3rd stay and we'll definitely be back!”
  • Therese
    South Africa South Africa
    “Room was very comfortable, breakfast was delicious and Lorraine and Koos were wonderful hosts.”
  • Maryke
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “We really enjoyed our stay at this tranquil place. The hosts were incredibly helpful and friendly. The beds were comfy! My 2 year old loved the outside play area and there were toys as well in the main house. What a lovely cosy place if you are...”
  • Tod
    South Africa South Africa
    “Really hospitable, thank you Lorraine for all your efforts and efficiency.”
  • P
    Patience
    South Africa South Africa
    “The atmosphere is very calmn and peaceful just what we needed. Our room was perfect amd cosy. The response whenever you needed something was super.”
  • Mercy
    Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
    “Lorraine and her husband were the most welcoming hosts ever,they made sure we were comfortable from the moment we got to their place.Provided,room heaters and heated blankets too as it was very cold.Breakfast was always served hot and as per our...”
  • Tamara
    South Africa South Africa
    “The hosts are exceptional! They went above and beyond for us from the day of our travel to Notting Hill to check out.”
  • Annetterabie
    South Africa South Africa
    “Koos and Lorraine are fantastic hosts with attention to detail given to each communal area (eg Christmas decorations everywhere). Breakfast was fantastic - Lorraine really paid attention to our requests; the options available are wonderful. The...”
  • Debra
    South Africa South Africa
    “We were only going to sleep over for one night, but once there, we decided to stay an extra night. The cozy and beautifully furnished cottage had everything we needed. The king size bed was luxurious and so comfy. We had a huge thunderstorm and...”

Managed by Koos & Lorraine

Company review score: 9.6Based on 394 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Welcome to Notting Hill Lodge – Koos & Lorraine are hands on owners who run the B&B offering a variety of accommodation catering for whatever your requirements may be. The perfect place for a quick stay if you are popping into the midlands for a wedding, function or perhaps to watch some sport at Michaelhouse. Notting Hill is also a great place to spend a few days whilst you enjoy the Midlands Meander, we are in the heart of the meander on the R103 and there are loads of restaurants close by and many fun activities to do; cycling, fishing, golf, Epic Karting and putt putt just to name a few. We are on a North facing slope with beautiful midlands surrounds, we hope that you come to enjoy our spot as much as we do. What a privilege to wake in our very own paradise each morning!

Property info

The property and buildings have been around since 1950 and was originally a grand old family home with a central court yard and big cosy fireplace in the heart of the main building. Horses roamed the property and the stables have been converted into character filled family cottages with a lot of charm.

Neighborhood info

The perfect place for a quick stay if you are popping into the midlands for a wedding, function or perhaps to watch some sport at Michaelhouse. Notting Hill is also a great place to spend a few days whilst you enjoy the Midlands Meander, we are in the heart of the meander on the R103 and there are loads of restaurants close by and many fun activities to do; cycling, fishing, golf, Epic Karting and putt putt just to name a few. We are situated about 40 minutes from the Kamburg, and the scenic drive up to the drakensburg is definitely something you won't forget!

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Notting Hill Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Private Bathroom

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Darts
  • Playground
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Special diet meals (on request)

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
Notting Hill Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 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 upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

FAQs about Notting Hill Lodge

  • Yes, Notting Hill Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Notting Hill Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • Room options at Notting Hill Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Bungalow

  • Check-in at Notting Hill Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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

  • Notting Hill Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Playground
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool

  • Notting Hill Lodge is 1.4 miles from the center of Balgowan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.