Laragh-on-Hogsback

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Staff

9.4
  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free Wifi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Daily housekeeping

Laragh-on-Hogsback is located in Hogsback. The accommodations will provide you with a TV and a patio. There is a full kitchen with a microwave and an oven. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath or shower. You can enjoy garden view from the room. At Laragh-on-Hogsback you will find a garden and barbecue facilities. Other facilities offered at the property include an ironing service and laundry facilities. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking. The property offers free parking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Hadfield
United States United States
“Charming cottage with warm, comfy beds and peaceful, bucolic grounds.”
Bernard
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Location was superb. It felt you were in the nature yet close to hiking trails and Spar etc. The hot fireplace in the living room came in handy as the cold wind was blowing through the pine trees.”
Dennis
South Africa South Africa
“Comfortable, well equipped and good location. Beautiful large garden with trees.”
Melinda
South Africa South Africa
“Lovely and cosy cottage with beautiful surroundings. We really enjoyed our stay there and were thankful for the fireplace and electric blankets warming us up in the cold winter nights. It was our second time staying at Laragh - we had such a...”
Joshi
South Africa South Africa
“Lovely place, hosts were very welcoming. Activities within close distance too”
Chrizelle
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful surroundings and very clean and comfortable”
Renette
South Africa South Africa
“I loved the location and the ambience of the cottage.”
Michael
South Africa South Africa
“Lovely large rambling garden property with privacy close to the main road.”
Thumeka
South Africa South Africa
“The cottage was very cozy and well equipped. The Host Norman was very friendly and attentive. The property is on a nice quite street.”
Paul
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent location, friendly host, the cabin was cosy and well stocked. It was a cold weekend and the woodstove did a great job heating up the living area.”

Hosted by Norman & Jenny

9.4
Host Review Score
Norman & Jenny
Located high up in the stunningly beautiful Amathole Mountains, the hamlet of Hogsback is reminiscent of a bygone era, where life is slow and tranquil and one can enjoy the beauty of nature at its best. Feed your soul at Laragh-on-Hogsback where nature is timeless and infinite. Relax on your covered patio; listen to the sounds of the forest around you - bird song in the morning, the chirping of insects in the evening. Enjoy the stupendous full moon rising over the three Hogs or get up early and watch the glorious sun rises. Gaze at Tor Doone in anticipation of your walks to the several waterfalls set amongst one of the few sub-tropical mountain forests left in South Africa. Breathe in the crisp mountain air, revel in the winter cold and snow (weather permitting) and then curl up in front of a roaring fireplace, and enjoy the warmth and comfort of your cottage. Laragh-on-Hogsback, (Laragh pronounced LAR a) named after our ancestral farm in Ireland, is a Gaelic word meaning "this or the place". The Celtic knot in the logo signifies the joining of man and nature especially with the tree as the fountain of life.
Norman & Jenny have been living in Hogsback since 2011
Hogsback is a nature lover's paradise - a mountain hamlet surrounded by the Elandsberg, Amathole Mountains, the Hogs - 3 mountains with ridges that resemble the 'bristles' of a Hog - and Gaika's Kop. It is in the heart of Frontier Country where the 8th Frontier war was started. Walking trails through the forests include the Big Tree - a 300-year-old Yellow Wood. The Arboretum - a living museum of the different trees found in Hogsback - is en route to the 39-steps waterfall, one of the many spectacular waterfalls to visit. The Amathole trail - a grueling 6-day hike - ends in Hogsback near the Swallow Tail waterfall. Abseiling is an option at the popular Madonna & Child waterfall. Kettle Spout waterfall offers panoramic views across the Tyume Valley. There are over 200 species of birds including the endangered Cape Parrot. Look out for the rare Samango monkey. For the more active, there are mountain bikes for hire, fly-fishing on the nearby farms, and horse riding.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Laragh-on-Hogsback

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 150 per person, per night

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

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Laragh-on-Hogsback 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 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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