Title: Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=57105735&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays ## Photo gallery for Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays ![Cottage (Bergview) | Terrace/patio - Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays (Drakensberg Gardens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105800/57105735/6e493b29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays (Drakensberg Gardens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105800/57105735/23132cde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage (Bergview) | Dining room - Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays (Drakensberg Gardens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105800/57105735/5a599563.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Porch - Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays (Drakensberg Gardens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105800/57105735/9bf1b676.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage (Bergview) - Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays (Drakensberg Gardens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105800/57105735/07a65ed6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Parking included - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays Along with laundry facilities, this cottage has a garden and barbecue grills. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a picnic area and multilingual staff assistance. The cottage provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV comes with satellite channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like 4 bathrooms and a washing machine. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 4-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Tea bags/instant coffee ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 4 pets total (up to 88 lbs per pet) - Fee: ZAR 100 per pet per night - Service animals exempt from fees - Deposit: ZAR 1,000 per stay - Food and water bowls ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Daily housekeeping - Iron/ironing board - Limited-hour front desk - Mobile key entry - Multilingual staff - Safe ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4264800/4264707/170bc524.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Premier Resort Sani Pass Himeville - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 8.4 Very good 101 reviews CA $132 CA $152 total includes taxes & fees Apr 1 - Apr 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=4264707&PinnedHotelID=4264707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 Bedroom Superior Chalet | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/ed64074b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout Mooirivier - 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5:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 100 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of ZAR 1000 per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 4 total (up to 88 lbs per pet) Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning fee: ZAR 500 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet deposit: ZAR 1000 per stay - Pet fee: ZAR 100 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is professionally cleaned ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Bergview Bergview Farm Cottages Bergview Farm Cottages by First Private Stays Cottage ## About the area Drakensberg Gardens is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Maloti-Drakensberg Park and Mkhomazi Wilderness area, while Underberg Studio and Himeville Museum are cultural highlights. [Visit our Drakensberg Gardens travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Drakensberg-Gardens.dx6130424) [View more Cottages in Drakensberg Gardens](https://www.expedia.ca/Drakensberg-Gardens-Cottages.d6130424-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-29.84916%2C29.23373&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QA9KBS_v00ZwbGBmiCr80Uzn1_s=) Off Bushmans Nek Road, Bergview Farm, Drakensberg Gardens, KwaZulu-Natal, 3257 ### What's nearby - ![A hill. The highest in Creighton. #southafrica #zulu #creighton #africa #hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054892/7b4251f1-0394-4587-977d-0113ee4bbbbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mkhomazi Wilderness area 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Cobham State Forest 43 min drive \- 23.8 km - Underberg Country Club 60 min drive \- 52.6 km - Underberg Studio 61 min drive \- 53.3 km - Clocktower Centre 61 min drive \- 53.6 km ### Restaurants - Pig&Pony 1 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays? ### What time is check-out at Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays? ### Where is Dog-friendly Farm Cottage in the Berg by First Private Stays located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? 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