Beverley Country Cottages
NO. 1 OF 16 SPECIALITY LODGINGS, HOWICK
Not a ‘speciality lodging’ but four very simply furnished budget cottages in the garden of a lovely old 1913 farmstead (which also has two B&B rooms). The location – with fabulous views of the Dargle valley and overlooked by N’Hlosane Mountain – and atmosphere are lovely, but its owner, Kate Kelly, really makes a cottage here worth booking. On receiving your confirmation she’ll provide you with a list of local produce (free-range meats, relishes etc) as well as prepared meal options. You take your pick and on arrival your cottage will be stocked with your order, so you can self-cater without
actually doing any cooking, or selfcater with ingredients all sourced from the local ‘terroir’. Kate’s ability to nurture doesn’t end there – she’s one of the warmest, most engaging hostesses I’ve encountered, and very passionate about the region. You’re sure to leave feeling more of a friend than client. ROOM TIP Dairy Cottage, sleeping four in two en-suite rooms, is by far the best located: in the front, so it’s very private, and with a wonderful view. Book this one early. COST Cottages (sleep up to six) and B&B rooms from R440 pp. CONTACT beverleycountrycottages.co.za