About this property

Historic Setting: Haggards on Hilldrop in Newcastle offers a recently renovated historic building with a beautiful garden and terrace. Guests enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Additional amenities include a pool with a view, kitchenette, balcony, and patio. Free on-site private parking is available. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, American, buffet, à la carte, full English/Irish, and vegetarian. Local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and juice are served daily. Guest Services: Private check-in and check-out, lounge, outdoor fireplace, and full-day security ensure a comfortable stay. Housekeeping, pool bar, and outdoor seating area enhance the guest experience.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, American, Buffet

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shalini
    South Africa South Africa
    The Reception staff were very friendly, super efficient and welcoming. The room was very nice. We appreciated the electric blanket and comfortable bed. The whole area was beautiful, tranquil and peaceful.
  • Kherina
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful stay. Breakfast was fantastic. It is hot where they make a restaurant meal for you with unlimited toast and muffins. Very cool bar. We were here for work, but I would definitely consider it for a romantic weekend away. Very well kept...
  • Phala
    South Africa South Africa
    The place is super nice. It's home away from home. Clean, comfortable & tranquil.
  • Nomvula
    South Africa South Africa
    We loved the area as a whole , very tranquil, clean and beautiful. The small kitchen was a nice surprise and it made out stay very comfortable and accommodating as people that love self catering.
  • Robert
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Great breakfast, very large and comfortable rooms, good beds. Beautiful setting, nice pool, very friendly service by the owners
  • Lolontle
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff was amazing , extra helpful and so mindful . The scenery is out of this world , the photos don’t do it any justice it is such a tranquil space . Doesn’t even feel like it’s in South Africa , just wow .
  • Caitlin
    South Africa South Africa
    Jade, one of the staff members, was fantastic. They were very accommodating in many ways. The bed was comfortable and clean place. There were beautiful, well-maintained gardens. They had inverters/generators for power problems.
  • Zamandlovu
    South Africa South Africa
    The property is very quiet. The mature trees surrounding the property make it a perfect spot for quiet reflections during your stay. The staff is also incredibly kind and accommodating. This is why this is our first choice accommodation in Newcastle.
  • Loshnee
    South Africa South Africa
    The property is so beautiful and gardens so well maintained! It was peaceful and beautiful and the staff were all so super friendly and accommodating. The pool and bar facilities were excellent. A great suite was provided (suitable for families),...
  • Barrett
    Ireland Ireland
    The setting of this hotel is absolutely lovely. The rooms etc are very well furnished and we had a very pleasant

Managed by Andre & Lelanie Joubert

Company review score: 9.6Based on 275 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a Family Driven Establishment and our Staff pride themselves in service excellence.

Property information

Rich with Industrial Diversity, Newcastle attracts mostly Corporate Clientele. Ideally situated between Gauteng, Durban, the Kruger National Park and the Drakensberg. As the Original Farmhouse of Sir Rider Haggard, Author of “King Solomon’s Mines”, our Establishment is nestled at the foothill of the Hilldrop Rocky Range. Built in 1875 and the focal point of our Bed & Breakfast, many a Corporate and Holiday Visitor has shared the history hereof since 29 July 1995. Our rooms are inviting with crisp poly-percale linen enhanced by the rich colours of Persian and Kelim carpets. Each Bedroom walks onto a patio or balcony with Garden or Forest views. Secure parking on premises for each room makes unpacking a breeze. Our 3 Hectare Indigenous Forest hosts an array of birdlife which surrounds the Honesty Bar and Swimming Pool. The Braai Lapa is available for private use and a favourite meeting place.

Neighbourhood information

Our Establishment is nestled on the outskirts of Newcastle and makes for beautiful surroundings. Our Original Farmhouse is known to the Locals as "Hilldrop House" as it was declared a National Monument in 1981 with the same name.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out
From 06:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. That's about £20. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

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