Upmarket off grid cottage on organic farm in secure estate

The cottage was well equipped. It is close to hop onto the highway. Lisa was very friendly & helpful. We stayed for 4 nights and we were very very happy. Andrew & Cheryl Thomson Sept 2026

The privacy provided by the facility. The place is quite spacious and good value for money

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We had a wonderful stay at this cottage! It was spotless, neat, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We especially loved the games that were provided they made our evenings so much fun. Lisa was an exceptional host, always checking in to make sure we were okay and recommending great places and activities to enjoy in the area. Her hospitality really made our trip even more special. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!

The provision of gas heater and hot water bottles made my sleep a whole lot better. Loved the quietness and tranquility of the area. Love the fact that it’s totally excluded from the main house with own parking and very secure estate.

The bed was abit hard.

Everything was perfect 👌

Everything was good. Nothing to complain about

Breakfast not included in accommodation. The concern of the hosts for our comfort and safe arrival was much appreciated. We will definately make use of their cottage again.

We had no complaints.

Peaceful and a good farm living experience

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Nice little place. C

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Sehr nette und hilfreiche Gastgeberin, welche direkt neben an wohnt. Die Unterkunft liegt wunderschön und ist sehr aufs Detail eingerichtet. Sie verfügt über alles was man benötigt. Der Aufenthalt was sensationell, ich würde auf jeden Fall wieder vorbei kommen.

Die Unterkunft ist eher hellhörig, falls man einen leichten Schlaf hat.

Farm vibes. Clean cottage, with everything I needed. Filter coffee and rusks was a bonus. Blessed to have had a great sun set and a great sun rise.

The view and the plays we stayed at

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The quiteness, privacy. The place felt like home. Will definitely be coming back.

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Easy access, good location, great value for money

Beautiful view from the Cottage. We had everything we needed for a one night stay.

Bed was slightly uncomfortable. Sheet and duvet gets tied up.

Great location,the place was clean and cozy. The host is welcoming, loving, everything was perfect

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Everything was perfect. A beautiful cottage situated in a stunning estate with amazing views!

Everything, I love the privacy, the seamless check in. Surrounded by nature and very safe

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Secure and pleasant stay. Clean and comfortable.

Sleeper couch not the best. But okay.

I loved the beauty, tranquility, location and security.of the venue

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I liked the outdoor facilities, sitting on the veranda and enjoying the garden .. so calming

The couch keeps sliding

Own space..makes you feel at home

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The location was perfect. Beautiful, comfortable, value for money stay!

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Beautiful little cottage in a secure estate just outside the main town of Howick. The property was nice and close to the town and Meander highlights. Super easy to find and get in, and the host was very helpful and responsive.

The only problem was the main road used to reach the property didn't have street lights, but not really something the property owner could control.

The apartment is situated in a secure estate. It is very quiet and peaceful, and there are nice grounds where you can go for a walk.

The apartment is advertised as off-grid solar. We were surprised to receive a message from the host on our second day regarding high energy consumption—despite being very mindful of our usage. It turned out the issue was actually caused by guests in the main house, not us. While we appreciated the stay, it was unpleasant getting a notification like that, when all we had on were literally the lights. If you book here, just be aware that energy monitoring is very strict and can lead to some mid-stay interruptions.

Location and view was spectacular.

Perfect location Very neat and comfortable

There was nothing that I didn't like

Quite environment

Beautiful property and comfortable.

It was spotless, well equipped and comfortable, perfectly situated for our stopover. Setting is gorgeous. Instructions and access were clear and simple.

Beautiful location, very cosy cottage

Self check in was a breeze. Place fully equipped good for staycation just bring your groceries and drinks and walk around estate for morning exercise along horse stables and rings. Very secure estate with zero noise.

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Lovely, beautifully appointed cottage in a pretty country estate close to everything you need! Only 15 mins drive to Nottingham Road and all the main famous midland meander sites. So much to do in the area. Beautiful views from the cottage; lovely walks around the estate past lots of horses in paddocks and a lovely patio to have a braai. Although a bit of squeeze with 4 of us as our teenagers are older/bigger, it is an absolutely perfect space for a couple and perhaps 2 smaller toddlers for example. We definitely managed absolutely fine though and highly recommend Lisa's spot. Lisa was also very responsive and helpful. thanks for a great stay!

Not a fault or complaint AT ALL as Lisa specifically wrote and warned us that she felt the sleeper couch might be a bit of a squeeze for our two large teenagers. One ended up sleeping on the sofa itself and the other on the pull out sofa mattress on the floor so we managed perfectly just means you have to pack away the sleeper couch each day if you want to use the 'lounge/TV' space in the day. No complaints at all though - loved this cottage and spot!

Cleanliness yes, the area was beautiful and calm

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The privacy and cleanliness

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view was great. rooms clean and comfortable. I will stay here again, just longer. the area was quiet and had all the comforts from home.

It’s off the grid, eco friendly, safe and clean. It is self catering as well and private. If you love nature the view from the cottage is exceptional. It’s a lovely place honestly. It is a good place for some quiet time and if you want to get some work done. Probably not a good idea for little children, as they may want to run all over the place.

It can get a bit chilly at night, a covered car port would be great, but not a train smash.

Very comfortable cottage. Quiet and beautiful surrounds. The cottage was well equipped and I liked the fact that it's solar powered

Alles sehr sauber und modern, liebevoll eingerichtet. Toller Ausblick auf die Landschaft. Sehr nette Besitzer, die hilfsbereit waren. Gerne jederzeit wieder.

We had a peace of mind we wanted.

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Beautiful, cosy cottage in peacuful setting. Sparkling clean and equipped with everything you need. We truely enjoyed our stay.

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Beautiful, Clean, comfortable, peaceful and nice outside area with beautiful views.

Beautiful, Clean, comfortable, peaceful and nice outside area with beautiful views. Friendly caring host.

The cottage was clean and well equipped. The process of getting in and out the estate was explained in detail by the owner and it was simple. Was a pleasure all round.

No negatives

Excellent location and beautiful views. Unit was smaller than expected but well appointed and comfortable.

More cupboard space. It was satisfactory for a short stay, a longer stay would be challenging .

The estate is quiet and secure. The parking space is close to the door and big enough for my big van. The host is friendly and spoiled us with filter coffee, nougat and rusks.

We stayed for four days while working at the Hilton Arts Festival. Our towels did not dry during the day, so fresh towels or a towel rack is a must for long stays. The sleeper couch was uncomfortable.

Nice, and a quiet place away from the city. Clean, and the owner was helpful. ⁹

No hot water. We had to wait for hours before taking showers. No proper electricity for heater. Gas heater didn't work. We were cold. The place would be great in summertime

Thank you, Lisa, for an amazing stay! The place was beautiful, spotless, and very comfortable. I really appreciated how attentive you were—always checking in to make sure we were okay, and even coming by when I didn’t reply just to ensure everything was sorted. Not many hosts go that extra mile, and it truly made a difference. Highly recommend!

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The place is very safe and quet, good for relaxing. Close to shops and the freeway. Realy had a great time in howick and will definatly be back.

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Relaxed carefree holiday, safe and very neat. The host was very welcoming.

An absolutely beautiful stay at the cottage with an amazing view, clean,warm,cosy and welcoming, it's a home away from home. Everything we needed was close and it was easy to find our way around. The weather was amazing and what an exceptional way to end our mini holiday with having to experience the beauty of rain in this serene and peaceful place. #its a perfect little get away 🥰🫶🥰

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Our time here was really relaxing and enjoyable. We don't have any complaints. The farm was beautiful, the cottage and hospitality exceeded my expectations and everything was well thought out by our host Lisa and family. The farm had amazing views and areas to walk/jog, cute horses and animals, no noise disturbances it was dead quite and we slept like babies. There were 2 cute dogs on premises they were friendly and met us a few times. We definitely recommend this place should you come to Howick, the location is great for all sightseeing and travel, it's super secured. It does get very dark at night but there were touches and lights. Super eco-friendly with recycling, solar and gas. The TV had everything we needed and we will definitely be back soon....Thank you!

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Very comfortable,modern and clean. And the location is perfect not far from the freeway

The cottage was spotless, comfortable, well equipped with everything. It had a beautiful, peaceful outlook.

No a bad word to be said.

A chic and cozy cottage with a beautiful garden which perfectly frames the rolling hills in the distance. The accommodation was clean and tidy with a welcoming atmosphere. Would definitely stay there again.

The property was very neat and clean. It was modern and stylish with a beautiful view.

A beautiful and comfortable stay in a scenic location. The property was spotless, well-maintained, and situated in a very safe area. Everything worked perfectly, and all amenities and thoughtful touches were provided. Highly recommended!

The cottage was really fantastic, it was worth the stay and easy to find thanks to Lisa.

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It's an outbuilding. Not private. Not worthy of a couple who want to enjoy privacy. Unit is terribly small. It's an economy unit that is cheap. More suitable for a backpacker.

Lovely cottage in secure estate. Clean and comfortable. Well equipped kitchen and very nice outdoor area. Great stay. Would recommend

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Fully equipped kitchen to prepare a meal, luxury linen and a hot shower was very nice! Wifi, Youtube and Netflix a bonus!! Lisa even sent us a gas heater for the chilly nights. We had a very comfortable stay highly recommendable.

Safe , lovely surroundings