[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Otters Den Self Catering Cottages Lodge in Fort Nottingham with free parking ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40060000/40057000/40056903/efba2d62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40060000/40057000/40056903/ebbca7c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40060000/40057000/40056903/352bfe85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40060000/40057000/40056903/7a4f37e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40060000/40057000/40056903/005be4aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At Otters Den Self Catering Cottages, serene surroundings meet modern amenities. Guests book facials or manicures/pedicures at the salon, then retreat to cottages with free WiFi. Nearby barbecue grills make for perfect evening gatherings, consistently praised by past visitors. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Laundry - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=40056903&PinnedHotelID=40056903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=40056903&PinnedHotelID=40056903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=40056903&PinnedHotelID=40056903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=40056903&PinnedHotelID=40056903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=40056903&PinnedHotelID=40056903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=40056903&PinnedHotelID=40056903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=40056903&PinnedHotelID=40056903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=40056903&PinnedHotelID=40056903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Chalet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40060000/40057000/40056903/2e3174d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Yard Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Heating - 592 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed ![Premier Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40060000/40057000/40056903/601e7678.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Cottage ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Yard Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Heating - 592 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40060000/40057000/40056903/306bbb8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Yard Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Heating - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Honeymoon Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40060000/40057000/40056903/f32d78db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Honeymoon Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Yard Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Heating - 667 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNottingham-Road-Hotels-Otters-Den-Self-Catering.h40056903.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNottingham-Road-Hotels-Otters-Den-Self-Catering.h40056903.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-29.44081%2C29.93735&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8EcTcn-gF1hXp5Jl_1Ts6-PP1Lw=) Nottingham Road, Fort Nottingham, KwaZulu-Natal, 3280 #### What's nearby - Fort Nottingham Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 5.8 km - Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 25 min drive - 17.8 km - Fordoun Spa - 31 min drive - 22.4 km - Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 49 min drive - 37.9 km - Abingdon Wine Estate - 51 min drive - 37.2 km ## About this property ### Otters Den Self Catering Cottages Property highlights At Otters Den Self Catering Cottages, you can look forward to a garden, a hair salon, and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body scrub, a facial, or a manicure/pedicure. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Express check-out, multilingual staff, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as private indoor hot tubs and separate sitting areas, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with jetted tubs and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19840000/19831800/19831728/b2db3a97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The FarSide Farm Nottingham Road - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 10 Exceptional 10 reviews CA $116 CA $134 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=19831728&PinnedHotelID=19831728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6640000/6633000/6632905/585e72db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nottingham Road Hotel Nottingham Road - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - 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In-room kitchen - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Spa - Body scrubs - Facials - Manicures/pedicures ### 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 (single-level property) - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-width doorways ### More - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Designated smoking areas - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Select Comfort mattress ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Partially-open bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen - Microwave - Refrigerator - Separate dining area - Stovetop - Tea bags/instant coffee - Toaster ### More - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Desk - Electrical adapters - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe - Separate sitting area - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours 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 Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Otters Den Self Catering Cottages Lodge Otters Den Self Catering Cottages Fort Nottingham Otters Den Self Catering Cottages Lodge Fort Nottingham ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Otters Den Self Catering Cottages pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Otters Den Self Catering Cottages? > As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Otters Den Self Catering Cottages on Oct 6, 2025 start from CA $121.63, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Nottingham-Road-Hotels-Otters-Den-Self-Catering.h40056903.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Otters Den Self Catering Cottages? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Otters Den Self Catering Cottages? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Otters Den Self Catering Cottages? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Otters Den Self Catering Cottages located? > Situated in Fort Nottingham, this lodge is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Fort Nottingham Nature Reserve and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sherwood Centre and The Junction. Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve and Gowrie Farm Golf Course are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Otters Den Self Catering Cottages Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 4, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Enclave Myrtle Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Myrtle-Beach-Hotels-Ocean-Enclave-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h33213151.Hotel-Information) > > [Mafigeni Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Gravelotte-Hotels-Mafigeni-Safari-Lodge.h3954755.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Jasper](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-Hotels.d10578.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa and Cooking Workshops](https://www.expedia.ca/Marrakech-Hotels-La-Maison-Arabe-Hotel.h1167773.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Tulum](https://www.expedia.ca/Tulum-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d182189-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Bougainvillea Barbados](https://www.expedia.ca/Maxwell-Hotels-Bougainvillea-Barbados.h197672.Hotel-Information) > > [DeltaHotels Hotels in Kananaskis](https://www.expedia.ca/Kananaskis-Hotels-Delta-Hotels.0-0-d177767--bDeltaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Tulum](https://www.expedia.ca/Tulum-Hotels.d182189.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane](https://www.expedia.ca/Polokwane-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Polokwane.h17771611.Hotel-Information) > > [Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid)](https://www.expedia.ca/Vermaaklikheid-Hotels-Thorn-Feather.h61102048.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Punta Cana](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-Punta-Cana-Hotels.s50-0-d601906.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Kish Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Lynx-Air-Flights.cY9.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Air India Vancouver (YVR) to Delhi (DEL) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/air-india-from-vancouver-intl-to-indira-gandhi-intl/ai/yvr/del) > > [Flights from Abbotsford (YXX) to San José del Cabo (SJD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxx/sjd/abbotsford-to-san-jose-del-cabo) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/yyz/winnipeg-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Vernon (YVE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yve/vancouver-to-vernon) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Tokyo (HND)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/hnd/vancouver-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Changsha (CSX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/csx/calgary-to-changsha) > > [Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to Minneapolis - St. Paul (MSP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/phx/msp/phoenix-to-minneapolis) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Calgary.d178245.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Budget Car Rentals In Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl](https://www.expedia.ca/Budget-Car-Rentals-In-Pierre-Elliott-Trudeau-Intl.d5002585-c39.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities > [Things to do in Montreal West](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Montreal-West.d553248635740534129.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Isla Mujeres Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Isla-Mujeres.d7925.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Lindsay 500 Go Karts](https://www.expedia.ca/Lindsay-500-Go-Karts-Kawartha-Lakes.d6291675.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Le Treport](https://www.expedia.ca/Le-Treport.dx6035168)