Drostdy Lawns
Drostdy Lawns, Makana Ward 12, Makhanda, Sarah Baartman District Municipality, South Africa- Park
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About this hotel
Private Garden with Swimming Pool and BBQ Facilities:
Enjoy the serene atmosphere of our private garden with a refreshing swimming pool and BBQ facilities for a perfect outdoor gathering.
Country-Style Decor and Well-Equipped Kitchen:
Relax in the cozy ambiance of our cottage with country-style décor. The well-equipped kitchen with an oven, stove, and microwave allows you to prepare your favorite meals with ease.
Convenient Location and Complimentary Amenities:
Located near Rhodes University and Botanical Gardens, AppleBee Guest Cottages offers free Wi-Fi, daily servicing, and a complimentary fruit bowl upon arrival. Book now for a delightful stay!
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Important Information
Please inform 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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Laundry
Ironing service
Breakfast in the room
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Outdoor pool
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Accessible parking
Board games/puzzles
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Picnic area
Sun umbrellas
Fruits
Shallow end
Fence around pool
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Food delivered to guest room
Delivered food - securely covered
Security alarm
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Room Types
Luxury Cottage 2
Up to 3 guests75 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
This suite has a balcony, microwave and electric kettle.
A request for twin beds needs to be placed 24 hours in advance.
This suite is recently renovated and is now fully self-catering with 2 plate gas hob with pots and pans, electric frying pan, heaters, electric blankets, etc. It has a veranda overlooking the pool.
A king/twin beds in the main double volume bedroom and a single bed in the lounge area.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
75 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchen
Studio
Up to 1 guests25 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Featuring free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker in the well-fitted kitchenette. The studio also includes a barbecue. This studio has a private entrance, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
25 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsPrivate entrance
Standard Apartment
Up to 3 guests65 sqmSofa bed (Variable Size), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This apartment provides a hot tub. This spacious apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the fully equipped kitchen. The apartment also provides guests with a barbecue. This apartment features a private entrance, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Sofa bed (Variable Size), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
65 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenPrivate entrance
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Up to 5 guests85 sqm2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Featuring a private garden with swimming pool, this cottage comes with country-style décor. It includes an open-plan living space with a lounge area, dining table and well-equipped kitchenette with oven, stove and microwave. The private bathroom has a bath and shower.
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
85 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchen
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Guest reviews(144 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 22, 2026The beds were super comfy, and they had no problem giving us 2 singles instead of a King. The water pressure in the shower was great.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 4, 2026It was charming and there were loads of thoughtful touches from the host.
Nothing.
7/10
Reviewed Jun 17, 2026It was coveniently situated for our purpose. Coffee/tea and cereal available for use
1. Front entrance opens intoa bedroom - not good for privacy
10/10
Reviewed Jun 8, 2026Amazing
None
10/10
Reviewed Apr 20, 2026I liked everything was perfect for me, starting at the reception
10/10
Reviewed Apr 6, 2026Oh the Host was nice
10/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2026Very peaceful and convenient for catching on work or your studies
Spacious and clean
10/10
Reviewed Mar 28, 2026Everything really..
That I couldn’t stay longer
10/10
Reviewed Mar 17, 2026It’s comfortable, it feels like home
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Feb 14, 2026Always great
Neat and clean
10/10
Reviewed Jan 22, 2026I stayed at AppleBee in November 2025. The communication beforehand was very smooth and Jeannine was always quick to reply and help out with any questions. All the staff was very kind and Tony makes sure your on site stay runs smoothly. The accommodation was equipped with everything we needed, which made the stay very comfortable and pleasant. Since it was a longer stay it was nice that we were able to cook in the cottage as well. The pool was also a very nice extra. The breakfast was very tasty, if you're not yet sure to book it I would definitely recommend it. If I'm returning to Makhanda I will definitely come back here.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 16, 2025Everything.
Nothing.
3/10
Reviewed Nov 28, 2025Location, close to my daughter school. The staff is friendly.
The carpet should be removed or be washed thoroughly same applies to the sofas. Cleaning ladies must also improve. I found dirty plates in the cupboard and was told it might be from the previous guest. The stove needs attention as well.
9/10
Reviewed Nov 22, 2025Super clean, comfortable and spacious (at least for one or two people) apartment in a quiet area which felt very safe. Could walk to the centre in about 10-15 minutes. Really appreciated the good coffee, cereal and rusks that were available.
Nothing major, but an additional light in the kitchen area ( over the hob) would have been nice.
5/10
Reviewed Sep 16, 2025Very good and safe location and the staff I met were very kind and accommodating. The compound is lovely and the pool nice although I did not use it.
The kitchen area is very small with no space to prepare food. It is suitable for just making tea or coffee and very simple snacks. The bed is not comfortable.
8/10
Reviewed Sep 14, 2025The cleaning staff and groundskeeper were very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean, had several appliances allowing you to be very self sufficient.
The towel hook in the bathroom was a little too high to reach for a short person.
7/10
Reviewed Aug 24, 2025quelconque
il n'y avait pas d'eau chaude du lavabo et il faisait froid. c'etait trop petit pour le nombre de meubles.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 14, 2025Friendliness of just and staff. The amazingly comfortable bed
Difficult to think of anything that could be improved upon. Possibly a stool to keep toiletries on in the bathroom
8/10
Reviewed Jul 18, 2025The location was prime. I loved that it was a street away from The College of Transfiguration and a few minutes' drive to the schools/shopping center. The area is quiet, and the cottage was spacious and comfortable. Although it's self-catering, they provide cereals, milk, teas,coffee, and tasty rusks. If traveling in a group/ as a family, there's board games in one of the bedroom drawers. There's also a few books you may enjoy in the room. The owners also logged into their Netflix account, saving you ⁵the hassle of having to log in to a new device.
The water. The water was terrible! Do buy water for drinking.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2025It was amazing. The environment was so peaceful.
9/10
Reviewed Mar 12, 2025Well equipped cottage and close to our son’s school.
Sofa in living room not comfortable. It’s aged and will do with a replacement. The alternative chairs also not comfortable for a living room as they are hard.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 10, 2025The beds were super comfy and the place was very clean. We had everything we needed in our unit. The pool area was so nice and the pool clean but unfortunately we couldn't swim as the weather didn't play along, it had safe parking and a nice area outside where i could train.
9/10
Reviewed Mar 6, 2025It is very convenient, quiet and perfect for me
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Feb 25, 2025Convenient location – easy walk to downtown and the university, but in a quiet and beautiful area away from heavy traffic and city noise. All the staff were friendly, gracious, and efficient and went above and beyond to help. The room was cleaned exceedingly well every day and all necessary provisions (plus a few extras) were refreshed daily. The apples were delicious. There were surprisingly many pillows. Even my fairly small room had cooking facilities and a refrigerator, all of which helped me a lot.
There wasn't anything I didn't like. I could mention that there is a fan that helps on hot days and nights, but the room I had could get rather hot during load-shedding hours, when the electricity is off (this is a country-wide issue that comes and goes). This isn't the property's fault, though.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 25, 2025The space, comfort, quiet. And of course, the pool was a bonus.
The one bedside lamp did not work. Perhaps just a fused bulb?
8/10
Reviewed Feb 19, 2025Everything
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jan 10, 2025It is close to many shops and Rhodes University. I really enjoyed my stay. The cottage I was stating at was comfortable and clean. All the cereals, milk and coffee offered made my stay bearable as I was attending classes at Rhodes. Tony was so helpful and kind. Thank you Tony!!
7/10
Reviewed Dec 26, 2024Good value for money!
The room was too cramped!
8/10
Reviewed Dec 23, 2024Location is excellent. Very close to everything.
Only the water. I believe it's a Makhanda thing, the tap water is salty.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 21, 2024Great service, we were welcomed with warm hands. The place is nice, clean and spacious. Breakfast tea and coffee was offered. Thank you we really enjoyed our stay.
9/10
Reviewed Nov 18, 2024We were very grateful that we could switch rooms to get the most comfortable arrangement for our party. Nothing was too much trouble
9/10
Reviewed Nov 3, 2024Lovely place, very pretty grounds as well. Quiet, relaxing and all amenities you needed.
8/10
Reviewed Oct 21, 2024Great location, clean and friendly. Water and fresh milk in the fridge is a nice touch.
A choice of hard and soft pillows would be good to have.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 8, 2024It was clean, specious,safe and very very comfort.
Honestly there’s absolutely nothing I did not like about the place. Everything was just perfect.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 25, 2024Clean and comfortable. Host was very welcoming.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 24, 2024The space was perfect for a couple and, although we only stayed one night, it looked like a nice place for an extended stay. There was also enough available space in the main bedroom for a camp cot.
9/10
Reviewed Jun 8, 2024The cottage was charming, well provisioned and very comfortable. I would stay there again.
The parking is a little tight.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 7, 2024I was greeted with friendliness and care by Tony. I loved the cosy nature of the cottage, and that it was equipped with everything I could possibly need. Cleanliness is important to me, and the space was unbelievably clean. Also, it is cleaned on a daily basis by staff. The cottage is also situated near to the main town which made travel easy.
N/a
10/10
Reviewed Jun 2, 2024Great staff. Property is peaceful and quiet.
7/10
Reviewed May 28, 2024The location is central
Studio was very small
10/10
Reviewed May 12, 2024My daughter stayed at Applebee Guest Cottages over the weekend & had nothing but praise about the facilities all-round.
Amenities, rooms & location were all superb!
10/10
Reviewed Apr 23, 2024Easy in and out. Very comfortable, nice host, and good neighborhood. Very close to town and coffeeshops. It’s was really quiet and I had a great night’s sleep.
7/10
Reviewed Apr 11, 2024Accommodation
None
9/10
Reviewed Mar 22, 2024Perfectly located. Clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed.
8/10
Reviewed Feb 23, 2024Everything I needed and more
10/10
Reviewed Feb 22, 2024I had self catering. All the cutlery and crockery was excellent. My two dogs behaved themselves and that helped a lot. The property was big with a swimming pool. I went to stay there for safety, my rib was broken and I was traumatised. It felt like I was on a holiday. I will definitely stay there again. The staff was very polite.
I liked everything.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 10, 2024Excellent location, very close to Rhodes university. The rooms were very clean. Great staff! Tony was very kind and helpful.
8/10
Reviewed Feb 6, 2024Gorgeous garden setting, stunning shower.
6/10
Reviewed Feb 5, 2024Everything was adequate, lovely pool, felt safe & secure, lovely private courtyard
thr fridge was not on, so the milk was off … there was a very bright sensor light shining on the second bedroom, which was extremely hot & the fan was very noisy
8/10
Reviewed Feb 1, 2024The room/apartment was spacious with a kitchenette and a third, single bed. Overall it was tranquil, well-maintained and homely. The bathroom was quite modern and clean.
Nothing really. The garden is mostly wild. But that's not necessarily bad.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 3, 2024The place was very clean, the Tranquility offers one peace of mind. The Staff was very considerate and kind. It was an absolute amazing stay for us.
8/10
Reviewed Dec 31, 2023Excellent value for money, wonderfully friendly, helpful staff
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Friendly staff
- •Excellent location
- •Spacious room
Areas to consider
- •Cleanliness issues
- •Small kitchen area
Cleanliness
7.88/10The carpet and sofas were not clean; dirty plates were found.
Service
9.35/10Staff were friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.39/10Prime location near schools and shopping centers.
Room Quality
8.34/10The room was clean but had some minor comfort issues.
Amenities
8.37/10Good self-catering options; the apartment was spacious.
Value for Money
8.83/10Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.38/10Basic offerings of coffee and cereals were appreciated.
Overall Experience
9.05/10A generally enjoyable stay with some areas for improvement.