The Ugly Duckling
The Ugly Duckling, R103, uMngeni Ward 4, uMgeni Local Municipality, 3270, South Africa- Art
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Tranquil Oasis with Family-Friendly Amenities
Comfortable Accommodation: Each unit at Pleasant Places By Sanaandi is thoughtfully equipped with a private bathroom, free WiFi, and cozy bed linen to ensure a relaxing stay.
Delicious Dining Options: Indulge in a delectable Continental or Full English/Irish breakfast spread featuring warm dishes, local specialties, and fresh pastries. Don't forget to visit the on-site bar for a refreshing drink.
Family-Friendly Features: With family rooms, a children's playground, and sightseeing tours nearby, this property offers something for guests of all ages.
Experience a peaceful retreat at Pleasant Places By Sanaandi. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway!
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
12:00 PM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
25 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
2 adults · 2 children
Beds
Sofa bed (Variable Size), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
2 adults · 3 children
Beds
Sofa bed (Variable Size), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
25 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
20 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 6 guests
4 adults · 4 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
40 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
25 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
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Provider-sourced guest reviews.
The best Guest house I’ve ever been privileged enough to stay at. Gorgeous rooms breathtaking views. Masana is such a good host with great staff. Had a memorable experience on the Mbali swing. Overall, I had a great experience at Pleasant Places will certainly come back for a longer stay.
Warm hospitality of the owner & the entire staff including the Chef. Food was amazing & Mbali Swing it’s a life time experience .
There is room for improve on signage .
Location. Excellent breakfast
Not sure if wifi was available? Not told and not mentioned on leaflet
Review: Pre-Birthday Getaway at Pleasant Places by Sanaandi Our stay at Pleasant Places by Sanaandii was nothing short of magical – the perfect pre-birthday escape. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and care. The host was incredibly attentive, going above and beyond to ensure every need was met. A special mention goes to Chef SK, whose exceptional culinary creations delighted us at every meal – each dish was flavorful, beautifully prepared, and made with such heart. Naledi was an absolute gem – her pampering and attentive service made us feel truly spoiled. Even our Hostess interacted with us to check if all was going smoothly One of the highlights of our trip was the outdoor massage, a truly memorable experience surrounded by nature – so peaceful and rejuvenating. Another unforgettable moment was the relaxing and incredible experience of fishing in the river and dam. It was not only peaceful and refreshing, but also a personal milestone – another bucket list item joyfully ticked! A heartfelt thank you to the entire team at Pleasant Places by Sanaandi for creating such a special and memorable getaway. Your hospitality, attention to detail, and genuine care made all the difference.
it was all good
Very Comfortable. Lovely place to stay.
The electric sockets need sorting out as you have to unplug things to plug your items in
The view is beautiful. One or two things went wrong during booking but Masana and her team went out of their way to rectify this and give us a fantastic experience. Thank you!
I really loved the heated floor that was out of this world.
They had a party and loud Music till late arround 9 but it was too close to our room🥹
The hosting , food and ambience
The room was not really clean
Property canceled the reservation (three rooms) one day before arrival because other guests wanted to extend their stay (what was a day after my booking). Hotel didn't inform me by messaging system via booking.com and didn't answer there until next day. After the first information about the cancelation from booking.com even their customer service ignores my messages now since four days 😞
A fantastic location to unwind. Very peaceful and in a beautiful setting. Breakfast on the deck a must.
The car wash was offered only as we were leaving.
The host and staff was great! Very helpful and professional
The host Masana is awesome. We had a surprise NYE party which was a hit.
That we were easily able to upgrade to a much better room. A really romantic getaway.
No
Amazing just and staff. Stunning views. Peaceful.
Nothing.
I loved the breathtaking nature and views on this property
I think a heater or air conditioner would be perfect, as a place that surrounded by trees however they have extra blankets in each bedroom 😊
The property is lovely with beautiful views once you have arrived. The food (once ready) was delicious. Peaceful and untouched nature. The staff really tried.
Getting to the property - you travel through squatters. Waiting too long for simple meals like breakfast and pizza. Guest relations - The unending WhatsApp messages from the host from the moment you make the booking.
A beautiful place, that delivers more than they advertise!! Definitely a place we will return to!
It’s situated in a beautiful serene valley, the interior is luxurious,the food was delicious. The staff was friendly and ready to assist. There’s a hiking trail to the nearby river.The host upgraded my room since it was my birthday weekend,they also got me a gift❤️😁They have a generator backup during load shedding.
The place was a very pleasant place to stay, brought us close to nature, sound of thw river, dam and trees around the property which just allow one to detox from the city life.
Everything
The service from the staff was above my expectations. Constantly in contact prior and during our stay via whatsapp. Always on call. Perfect location for an overnight stay for a couple. I'd stay longer if our family/friends joined as the common area facilities cater for gathering. The bonus was a car wash and a little goodie bag during breakfast before checkout.
The staff was very friendly and quick to assist with every request. I arrived on a very cold day and was soo impressed to know that they have underfloor heating in the room which contributed to my cozy stay.
We had a awesome stay. Our chef Zoe was the best . Excellent cook. The hospitality and warmth received from our hostess and staff was overwhelming. Really enjoyed our stay.. definitely go back
Excellent location with beautiful surroundings. Love the presence of trees and the river.
The waiting time for food at the restaurant (dinner).
Everything! The staff are super friendly, the rooms are cozy, the views are amazing and the food is amazing! After hearing it was my husband's birthday, the staff went out their way to make it special - we even got a platter and room upgrade. Couldn't have asked for a better holiday. Will be back very soon. PS, the car wash on leaving day was just the icing on the cake. Thank you so much, Pleasant Places team 🤍
Nothing 😊😊
scrumptious breakfast
Road accessing the venue
Friendly staff, tranquility, cleanliness comfortable beds, delicious meals and a lovely surprise we received on arrival.
honestly nothing
everything was exceptional
environment was welcoming and conducive, room was clean and cosy.
Everything
Nothing
Staff was very sweet and friendly, Their Food is the Besssssstttttttt, Host is sweet also and also Location is beautiful ❤️
deluxe room was smaller than I expected, No TV and air conditioning
stuff,location,room
none
I liked everything about the place, especially the breakfast and the comfortable beds
the heater was not working properly
I loved the location, views and the host was so welcoming.
Nothing
Very pleasant. Hostess and staff very friendly and helpful. Definitely recommended. We had a lovely breakfast outside and enjoyed the beautiful garden.
The rooms were charming and well appointed. The doors looked out a lovely view. The common area was well presented. The breakfast was excellent. we missed the complimentary car cleaning because we left too early but appreciated the thought.
Some of our party were a little nervous having to drive through a very small, rural township area.
Scenery Food Tranquility Service
Breakfast on the deck was next level .Beautiful setting adding to the tranquility experienced .The Hostess was a person with a vision , very dynamic and knowledgeable .Made us feel at home and part of the family . Friendly staff and excellent service
No complaints
Location was central, views were spectacular. Staff very friendly and the food was delicious.
Host was a cut above the rest with a clear vision and excellent communications . We were never in doubt about anything - from meal times and meal choices , to directions and creature comforts ! The setting was awesome and the tranquility experienced was excellent . Breakfast on the deck was the cherry on the top . Masana needs the support of all of us to make a success of this guest house . We recommend this venue without any hesitation and wish her all the success in the future .
we enjoyed everything and all te boxes were ticked .
Friendly host. Beautiful gardens. Great breakfast. Sound of the river and birds. Comfortable beds. Sundowners were really good. Rest of Midlands very nice.
Missing out on other activities because it rained all weekend. I will go back again when the rains are gone.
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Cleanliness
8.99/10Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.46/10Warm hospitality of the owner & the entire staff.
Location
9/10Gorgeous views; a hidden gem.
Room Quality
8.95/10Gorgeous rooms.
Amenities
8.98/10Memorable experience with activities offered.
Value for Money
8.94/10Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.99/10Food was amazing.
Overall Experience
9.46/10Had a memorable experience.