Cottages on Ilchester

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Staff

9.0

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Cottages on Ilchester in Grahamstown offers comfortable rooms with garden views, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and private check-in and check-out services. Convenient Facilities: The property features an outdoor play area, barbecue facilities, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a kitchenette, streaming services, and a work desk. Local Attractions: St Michael and St George Cathedral is 1.2 mi away, while the Observatory Museum Grahamstown is 1.4 mi nearby. Other attractions include the 1820 Settlers Monument (2.3 mi) and Thomas Baines Nature Reserve (11 mi). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for room comfort, cleanliness, and attentive host.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Sibongiseni
South Africa South Africa
“We has a good time even though there's no washing sink by the kitchen but we didn't suffer when it comes to washing our dishes”
Innocent
Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
“Proximity to facilities, freedom, cleanliness and hospitality”
Kungalo
South Africa South Africa
“Since I was in a hurry I did not mind about the breakfast. The location exposed me to nature which stimulate my ability to meditate.”
Khona
South Africa South Africa
“The place was beautifully maintained, clean, comfortable and had all I needed for my stay. The host was friendly, warm and welcoming and went beyond to make my stay pleasant.”
Neo
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful and cozy. My husband and I were occupying the garden unit and it was lovely. I love that there’s everything you might need. From mirrors to scissors to an iron. They have gorgeous garden and there is also so much privacy.”
Melonie
South Africa South Africa
“No breakfast included. Loved the long-life milk option. They provided us with drinking water.”
Jan
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent hosts with great communication! Easy check-in and check-out, and they were quick to respond to our specialised requests.”
Vuyokazi
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent stay, flexibility and even allowed us late check out”
Zenani
South Africa South Africa
“Everything, the host is soooo thoughtful man. Definitely booking here again when I come to Makhanda.”
Pravesh
South Africa South Africa
“Cottages were comfortable, great location. Friendly staff.”

Hosted by Jill & Chris

9
Host Review Score
Jill & Chris
Cottage on Clarke offers accommodation in Grahamstown with free WiFi and garden views. This self catering cottage comes with a kitchenette, with a dining area and a flat-screen TV with Netflix and Youtube. The cottage is fully secured, and there is one off street parking bay. The cottage provides free WIFI, flat-screen TV with Netflix, a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, toaster, electric kettle and coffee maker, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, an hairdryer, ironing facilities and a closet. The cottage is within walking distance of Graeme College and a short drive away from Rhodes University, DSG, St Andrew’s College, Kingswood College and VG. Guests are provided with their own access control for the period of their visit, ensuring easy access and security at all times.
Chris and Jill Japp
Oatlands North is a leafy green suburb on the north-western slopes of Grahamstown. The suburb commands lovley views over the city of saints and is a nature lovers paradise with unspoilt vegetation and a small dam.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Cottages on Ilchester

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 300 is required on arrival. That's about $18. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 200 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 200 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Cottages on Ilchester 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.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 300 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

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