The Old Hatchery

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THE OLD HATCHERY - UNDERBERG

Affordable and comfortable B&B and self-catering accommodationjust 10 KM from Underberg in the Southern Drakensberg. We provide free parking, free wi-fi and an al-a carte restaurant on site. Our tranquil setting, located near horse riding trails, mountain biking trails, hiking routes, golf courses, trout fishing waters and of course the famous Sani Pass.

We are situated 1,5 hours from Howick on the N3 Route and 1 hour from Kokstad, making Underberg the ideal location from which to explore the majestic mountains of the Southern Drakensberg. We are on the route between Johannesburg and seaside resorts of the South Coast and Wild Coast making this the ideal location to stopover for the night.

We offer bed and breakfast, room only, self-catering and full board options in our various units.

Accommodation / Room Types:

Bed and Breakfast:There are 15 comfortableen-suite rooms that can be set as king or twin beds. All rooms have bathroom/shower facilities, tea/coffee trays and televisions with DStv.

Kingfisher:
A self-catering unit popular for families and small group. There is 2 rooms with queen beds and one room with three twin beds. All rooms are en-suite. The kitchen is fully equipped, lounge with TV opens onto verandah with views of the Southern Drakensberg in the far distant.

Otters Den:
This is a self-catering cottage which is a popular choice for families and small groups.There is one kingsize room with TV and the other two rooms can either be twin or kingsize. One of these rooms have TV. Kitchen/lounge open plan and kitchen completeonto a verandah with views of mountains.


Fishing cabins: We have 3 of these delightful little cabins that are suitable for couples. Each of them has a bathroom, kitchenette and braai facilities. From the parking area, you walk along the wooden decking and over our gorgeous little waterfall to get to the cabins.











Reasons to visit The Old Hatchery and Underberg
Guided Sani Pass 4x4 trips
Mountain hiking
Horse riding trails
Trout fishing
Mountain biking
Equestrian events
San rock art

Rooms and Units Available:

3 Bedroom Self-Catering Cottage
Main Bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Second Bedroom - Twin or King Third Bedroom - Single
Sleeps 5 Adults
Double Room
Double Rooms Bed and Breakfast:There are 15 comfortable-en-suite rooms that can be set as king or twin beds. All rooms have bathroom/shower facilities, tea/coffee trays and televisions with DStv.
Amount of similar units: 8
Sleeps 2 Adults
Mountain Cottages
We have 3 of these delightful little cabins that are suitable for couples. Each of them has a bathroom, kitchenette and braai facilities. From the parking area, you walk along the wooden decking and over our gorgeous little waterfall to get to the Cabins
Amount of similar units: 3
Sleeps 2 Adults
Otters Den
This is a self-catering cottage which is a popular choice for families and small groups.There is one kingsize room with TV and the other two rooms can either be twin or kingsize. One of these rooms have TV. Kitchen/lounge open plan and kitchen complete
Sleeps 6 Adults

Facilities & Services available:

Babies
Children under 12
Elderly
Honeymoon Couples
Self-Braai / Barbecue
Bar on the Premises
Dining room
Restaurant
Cots available
Fireplace on the Premises
Garden
Parking (off-street - open)
Afrikaans
English
Xhosa / Zulu
Other Language
Communal Television
Communal Satellite TV
Hiking / Walking Trails

Cancellation Policy:

Should you cancel your booking 0 - 7 days from arrival you will forfeit 100% of your deposit.
Should you cancel your booking 8 - 30 days from arrival you will forfeit 75% of your deposit.
Should you cancel your booking 31 - < days from arrival you will forfeit 50% of your deposit.

Directions:

- From the N3 between Pietermaritzburg and Howick, take the R617 that says Southern Drakensberg, Underberg. Drive 111km to Underberg.

- Drive straight through the village for 4km and turn right onto the tar road that says Drakensberg Gardens Resorts. Drive 6km and you will see Ridgedale on your right.

- From Kokstad you turn right at the T-Junction when you get to Swartberg and continue on the R617. You will go past TWO Bushman's Nek Roads - both dirt and both to your left.

- After the 2nd one you will go over a bridge on the Umzimkulu River and turn left onto the tar road that says Drakensberg Gardens Resorts and Ridgedale is 6km down this road on the right.

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  • Accommodation Type: Bed & Breakfast and Guest Farm