Chikanka

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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Chikanka in Himeville offers a guest house with private check-in and check-out services, a paid shuttle, daily housekeeping, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and outdoor seating area. Modern Amenities: The property features private bathrooms with walk-in showers, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include a balcony, patio, parquet floors, and a tour desk. Delicious Breakfast: A full English or Irish breakfast is served with warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Guests appreciate the quality and variety of the breakfast offerings. Local Attractions: Located 80 mi from Pietermaritzburg Airport, Chikanka is a short walk from Himeville Museum. Nearby attractions include Himeville Nature Reserve (1.7 mi) and Vergelegen Nature Reserve (22 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Ritesh
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful location, very comfortable room and very friendly hosts.”
Delport
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location and view is quiet and peaceful. Allows us to wind down relax and not worry about anything.”
Cameron
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The host was very accomodating of our late check in and early check out times. The room was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The view from the room was excellent and the gardens surrounding the room were stunning. Our only regret is...”
Joanne
South Africa South Africa
“We were made to feel very welcome on arrival, like meeting old friends. Our hosts went our of there way to arrange a healthy breakfast for us after not booking it in advance. Our room was warm and comfortable with everything we needed. Would...”
Makhetha
South Africa South Africa
“Views - It's a beautiful quiet area with great views, the gardens are beautiful. The beds were very very comfortable, we had many towels in our room and it was very comfortable. Breakfast- The food was warm, delicious and filling, they offered...”
Khesar
South Africa South Africa
“Host and staff are friendly and welcoming, property is very clean and nice view”
Gugu
South Africa South Africa
“The staff very friendly and helpful.The place very clean and comfortable.”
Nkosinolwazi
South Africa South Africa
“The views were exceptional. Lots of peace and quite.”
Andre
South Africa South Africa
“Everything!! We stayed here overnight before Sani2C, but if I could do it again, I would’ve come 2 nights before. Lovely large comfortable room, stunning hospitality, amazing pre-race breakfast. We would definitely consider staying here again!”
Carey
South Africa South Africa
“BREAKFAST WAS EXCELLENT AND ACCOMMODATED MY VEGETARIAN NEEDS. ANITA AND TEX ARE LOVELY HOSTS AND ARE HAPPY TO GO OUT THEIR WAY YOU HELP. ROOM WAS LOVELY AND COZY. HIGHLY RECOMMEND CHIKANKA”

Hosted by Tex and Anita

9.2
Host Review Score
Tex and Anita
Chikanka is the hidden jewel of our combined villages, Underberg & Himeville. Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with its own uninterrupted views over our lake and cows grazing in the meadows towards Giants Cup high up in the Berg, and the iconic Sani Pass in the distance, the view and garden will take your breath away.
Tex & Anita farmed for 35 years in the district and moved into the village a few years ago so they know the area and the community extremely well. Their hospitality and care of their guests is unsurpassed, and when not out mountain biking or hiking, they are able to suggest things to do in the area and will do whatever they can to make your stay memorable.
Himeville is a quaint, quiet, farm village with a beautiful view of the Drakensberg, and although small, it has a number of excellent restaurants, a farmers market and a very interesting little museum. It is also close to the Sani Pass and the Umzimkulu river and has many beautiful hiking, trail running and mountain biking trails within close proximity. It is also a mere 5km from Underberg, the main village supporting the farming community and visitors to the Berg, where you can pick up anything you may need during your stay.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Chikanka

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
1 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Chikanka of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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