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Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

4.0 star property
Upscale country house with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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Exterior
2 outdoor pools
Family Room, Garden Area
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Standard Room, Garden Area | Bathroom
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
The price is CA $131
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

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Map
R103, Old Main Road, Between Lidgetton and Balgowan, Lidgetton West, KwaZulu-Natal, 3275
  • Popular LocationNelson Mandela Capture Site Monument11 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbingdon Wine Estate15 min drive
  • Popular LocationMidmar Dam24 min drive
  • AirportPietermaritzburg (PZB)48 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Garden Area

Standard Room, Garden Area

Standard Room, Garden Area

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Lidgetton West

Located in Lidgetton West, Granny Mouse Country House & Spa is in the historical district and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve and Fort Nottingham Nature Reserve, while Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument and Howick Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Benvie Garden and National Botanical Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 11 min drive
  • Abingdon Wine Estate - 15 min drive
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 16 min drive
  • Fordoun Spa - 23 min drive
  • Midmar Dam - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boar's Head - 15 min drive
  • La Lampara - 6 min drive
  • Edi's Bratwurst Sausage Restaurant And B & B, R103 - 4 min drive
  • Florentine’s Belgian Chocolate Shop - 13 min drive
  • Terbodore Coffee - 25 min drive

About this property

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Upscale family-friendly country house by the river
At Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like horseback riding and cycling at this country house. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub, and a body treatment at Granny Mouse Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, babysitting (surcharge), and wedding services
  • Massage treatment rooms, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and free stocked minibars.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Granny Mouse
  • The Eaves

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free crib
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 12 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1986
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 600.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 600.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal outdoor pool closes in April
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Granny Mouse Country House Lidgetton West
Granny Mouse Country
Granny Mouse Country Balgowan
Granny Mouse Lidgetton West
Granny Mouse Country House Balgowan
Granny Mouse Country House Hotel Balgowan
Granny Mouse Country House South Africa/Balgowan
Granny Mouse Balgowan

Frequently asked questions

Does Granny Mouse Country House & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

As of May 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa on May 26, 2024 start from CA $131.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Granny Mouse Country House & Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Granny Mouse Country House & Spa located?

Located in the historical district, this family-friendly country house is within 12 mi (20 km) of Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument, Karkloof Farmer's Market, and Howick Museum. Howick Public Falls and Gowrie Farm Golf Course are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 86 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Deenadayalan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and amazing dinner!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Godfrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Hotel from the reception to the restaurant including the rooms was so clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rakhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Ayanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great reception from front desk personnel, place is awesome for relaxing. Nature all round
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian sihlesenkosi

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent getaway location
Outstanding location, comfortable, spacious, clean and well appointed rooms. Serene setting with easy access to local attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021