Granny Smith Cottage
Location: Ripon Farm, Himeville, za
Star Rating: 9.5 Stars
Property Type: Holiday homes
About this Property
Stunning Lake Views and Modern Comforts
Luxurious Accommodation: Recently renovated, Granny Smith Cottage offers a cozy retreat with 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a welcoming living room with a fireplace.
Outdoor Delights: Embrace nature from the balcony overlooking the mountains, or enjoy a meal in the outdoor dining area. The property also features a garden, patio, and barbecue for guests to unwind.
Adventurous Experiences: With cycling, fishing, and hiking opportunities nearby, guests can explore the beauty of Himeville. Plus, facilities like free WiFi, parking, and accessibility for disabled guests ensure a convenient stay.
Experience tranquility at Granny Smith Cottage - book now for an unforgettable getaway!
Important Information
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.
Policies
Check-in: 12:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/check-out
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private check-in/check-out
- Board games/puzzles
- Wheelchair accessible
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Fire extinguishers
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Access to health care professionals
- 24-hour security
- Security alarm
- Broadcast Live sport events
- Express check-in
- Free wired internet
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Japanese garden
- Secured parking
- Fishing nearby
- Horse riding nearby
Rooms Available
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Two-Bedroom House
This holiday home's standout feature is the fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this holiday home includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and an oven in the fully equipped kitchen. The holiday home also features a barbecue. Featuring a balcony with lake views, this holiday home also offers a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 3 beds.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Fire extinguisher
- Hand sanitiser
Guest Reviews
- Renato (8/5): - The views, the quiet surroundings, comfortable bed, convenience. No hot water in the main on suite bathroom, and extremely slow water drainage in other bathroom shower. Water was nearly overflowing.
- Shane (8/5): -
- Michael (10/5): -
- Van Aswegen (9/5): - brilliant view Shower in main bathroom did not work properly
- Zakariyya (9/5): - The view is amazing.
Good area , nice and alone away from the hustle and bussel
- Elize (10/5): Our stay at Granny Smith Cottage was absolutely exceptional, thank you Erica, give Charlie a bone. - Our stay at Granny Smith Cottage was absolutely exceptional. The views are truly breathtaking and create the perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway. The setting offers complete tranquility and peace, making it the ideal place to unwind and recharge. The location itself is fantastic—perfectly situated to enjoy both the beauty of nature and nearby attractions. Everything about this place exceeded expectations, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable escape.
- Samet (10/5): -
- Tibaut (10/5): - Le vue est incroyable. Le cottage est superbement situé. Il est bien équipé. L’hôtesse est sympathique et discrète. On recommande fortement.
- van Dam (9/5): - The views. The country feeling.
- Thashana (9/5): Hidden gem - The cottage was beautiful, perfect getaway with lovely views of the mountain. It had everything you need.
- Jean (10/5): -
- Chanda (9/5): Wish we booked for more nights - Serenity of the place The road leading to the property is not suitable for small cars without off-road tyres
- Le (10/5): Comfortable and welcoming - Beautiful Patio and stunning views. Was very comfortable Wish we could have stayed longer but was a overnight stay as we attended a MTB race close by.
- Thandiswa (10/5): Exceptional - Need an iron
- Belinda (10/5): Exceptional -
- Kitching (10/5): Exceptional - Exceptional peaceful setting to relax and unwind! Beautiful farm with stunning views of the Sani Pass Mountains! Cottage was well equipped with everything you need. Bonus was the TV to watch the rugby! Off the grid, so no hassles with load shedding! Spacious Veranda to sit and soak up the stunning pictures landscape while the braai is going with a drink in hand. Enjoyed the 5 star view from the main bedroom with a cup of coffee in bed in the morning. Erika was also such an awesome and accommodating hosts. It was Magical and we will be back very soon!
- Ross (10/5): Exceptional - A beautiful cottage set in a stunning and peaceful location—ideal for unwinding and immersing yourself in nature’s beauty. Erika was an excellent host, and the delightful farm dogs, Benji and Charlie, added much joy to our stay. Every recommendation Erika shared was spot on. A wonderful stay.
- Da (10/5): Exceptional -
- Nico (9/5): Excellent stay -
- Warren (9/5): Superb -
- Michele (10/5): Exceptional -
- Wynand (10/5): Comfortable stay with an attentive host on a working farm - Granny Smith Cottage is a beautiful and comfortable place to stay. The host, Erika, was amazingly attentive and even let us come along to help with the cows! The property is very rural, so do expect an interesting drive along the unmade road. Himeville and Underberg (for shopping) are both conveniently nearby.
- Deralyn (9/5): Homely cottage with beautiful scenery. Clean and excellent hosts. - The homley feel of the cottage and the scenery from the patio was amazing. Had all the amenities we needed. The hosts were very helpful.
- Andrew (7/5): Good -
- Marlize (9/5): The cottage was cozy and clean with everything we needed. The view was just amazing. -
- Robyn (9/5): Gorgeous cottage with everything you could wish for. - Immaculate and very comfortable cottage with a stunning view. Spacious deck and braai area.
- Carl (9/5): Superb - The host was very friendly , view was awesome and unit well furnished . Full dstv and SUP in a private dam a great bonus .
- Motanya (8/5): a peaceful vaccation - the quietness, and peace the place comes with nothing much except that location to get there is a bit tricky
- Dale (10/5): Very clean and neat. Amazing place to stay. -
- Jerrie (9/5): Superb -
- Morné (10/5): Exceptional -
- Sherie (10/5): Wonderful and will be back - The view and the warmth even though there was a cold spell for a day. Fireplace and well equipped. Beautiful outlook. Nothing to complain about
- Ishan (10/5): Exceptional - The cottage. The views. The facilities. The dam. The mountains Nil
- Julien (10/5): Awesome Cottage - We have no word to describe how truly beautiful the cottage offers spectacular views of the mountains. From the sunrise to the sunset, your soul is just blown.
The place is so quiet & peaceful, surrounded by a beautiful preserved nature and animals.
The cottage was sparkling clean, and we loved the personal furniture and decorations that the place brings (paintings, plants, vintage furniture, fireplace). It gives an incredible 'gezelligheid' touch and home feeling. Although we stayed during winter, it was warm and had no humidity.
Last but not least, Erika and her husband are wonderful hosts. Erika showed us around and took good care of us by providing everything we needed. The communication was very easy and much appreciated. THANK YOU.
Our biggest hope is to come back for a longer time.
- Mautsana (8/5): Very good -
- Yvette (10/5): Home away from home. - We loved everything. Tranquil, quiet, peacefull surroundings. Fantastic views of the mountains. Kids loved the farm and outdoors. Loved to play with Benji the dog and met the cows. Cottage had everything one would need. Just loved the bed. Excellent location. Vallue for money. Friendly hosts. Nothing.
- Herman (10/5): Exceptional -
- Ryan (10/5): The place to stay in Underberg! - The View = Wow!! Also loved the privacy!Our short two night stay to the Berg was made perfect by this wonderful cottage. Also big thanks to Erika for hosting us! We will be back that’s for sure! Nothing! We should have stay longer!
- Nasee (8/5): Greatly enjoyed, overall. - Very quaint, fairly spacious, and lovely views. Decor is lovely and we were pleasantly surprised by how comfy it was. One bathroom is modern and the other old, but comfortable nonetheless. Comfy mattresses and pillows. The second bathroom is not nearly as nice as the first, no cupboard space in the second room. Though that in the main bedroom is very spacious
- Arina (10/5): Relaxing with awesome views - Location and views. Beautiful cottage. Attentive host. Will definitely stay longer next time. Not applicable
- Sifiso (10/5): Peaceful Farm Cottage - A gorgeous cottage that is set in on a peaceful and picturesque farm. My family and I had the most wonderful couple days on the farm. We were well looked after by Erika, Ed, and Benji! We are, without doubt, going back for another visit.
- Takafumi (10/5): It's a clean accommodation in a very nice place. The owner and his wife are very kind. My family from Japan was very -
- John (9/5): A fantastic stay in the mountains - The views were stunning overlooking the mountains.
- Magda (9/5): Breathtaking and peaceful. Tranquility at its best. - Unfortunately the gas bottles were empty and we could not shower in hot water.
- Jeanne (10/5): So relaxing and so special - The view and privacy! None
- Daniel (10/5): A fantastic place to spend some time relaxing and exploring the surrounding area. - Great views, very comfortable, friendly hosts, nothing but good to say about our stay.
- Yusuf (10/5): Peaceful mountainous area to enjoy to peace. - Amazing location. Friendly hosts. Neat, clean and peaceful.
- Candyce (10/5): Perfect peaceful weekend away 🦋 - It’s a couple of miles outside town, off the grid, so you’re truly removed and peaceful on the farm - but close enough to pop in for food etc if needed. It really felt like home.
- Moore (10/5): Very Pleasant stay and awesome scenery - Location was great - Cottage was very clean and neat
Full Dstv bouquet was also great to have on a Rugby World Cup weekend
- Ziyaad (9/5): Amazing location, cosy and private - Stunning views, very friendly and helpful hosts, cottage is clean, spacious and cosy with lots of privacy, great fishing too (October)
- Tracey (10/5): Peaceful, comfortable and restorative getaway. - Beautiful, quiet location.
Clean, cosy, well-equipped cottage which met all our needs.
Friendly and welcoming host. Nothing I can think of.
- Glynis (9/5): Lovely cottage in a beautiful location. - The cottage is spacious and well-equipped and was super clean. Loved the deck and the view and the sun in the bathroom in the morning. The fresh milk in the fridge and the vase of flowers! The mattress on the bed at the window in the second bedroom is a bit tired.
- Kirsten (10/5): Exceptional -
- Nkosiyabo (10/5): Great place indeed - The host, the place and everything was just on point. A really lovely place that is well looked after , clean and homely. Thank you for hosting us and being great to us. My self, my wife & the kids really enjoyed it. Everything about the place.
- Wayne (10/5): Highly recommended for a tranquil get away. Cozy, spacious cottage with the most beautiful views. Wonderful hosts and - The tranquility of the location, hosts, view Nothing
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