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About this property

Historic Setting: Convent Hill Lodge in Ladysmith is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool with stunning views, a lush garden, and an outdoor fireplace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodation: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, and garden views. Additional amenities include bathrobes, minibars, and interconnected rooms. Local Attractions: Located 174 km from Pietermaritzburg Airport, the property is near Spioenkop Nature Reserve (40 km), Winterton Museum (50 km), and Colenso Museum (30 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Avi
    South Africa South Africa
    The host was delightful, she made sure that everyone was happy and comfortable. She made sure that need was seen to. The rooms are comfortable and has all the amenities. The area is quiet and the garden and pool is very beautiful. Parking was safe.
  • Christine
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Location, security, nice breakfast, big room & great bathroom
  • Themba
    South Africa South Africa
    Friendly staff and accomodatative flexible check in and check out hours
  • Nosipho
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The host was friendly and very helpful as I came with my baby. The place is very very very clean, extremely safe and very comfortable
  • Singh
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved the place, was Cosy and beautiful. Host was very friendly. Peaceful and tranquil. Absolutely amazingly. Highly recommended.
  • Athenkosi
    South Africa South Africa
    The location of the lodge was ideal. The facilities were great.
  • Themba
    South Africa South Africa
    Very friendly and welcoming hosts. They go an extra mile to ensure your stay is perfect
  • Nomusa
    South Africa South Africa
    The location is accurate and accessible. The staff is very friendly and professional. The reception is excellent 👌. The receptionist cares for the client she called to ask if we're not lost and to know our estimated time of arrival 😀.
  • Tholakele
    South Africa South Africa
    The lady at the reception was amazing The room and the bathroom was spacious enough, the option of a bathtub and a shower was a bonus.
  • Tebogo
    South Africa South Africa
    The breakfast was amazing and we enjoyed the special attention we received from the host. Lovely atmosphere overall. Also centrally located

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Ange`du Preez

Company review score: 9.2Based on 219 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I have been a resident of Ladysmith for the past 30 years.After matriculating in Ladysmith I spent 6 years in Bloemfontein at UOFS .i have been in the residential propperty industry for the past 18 years and still love the people and the exitement of selling.Traveling is one of my passions because the more you travel , the more you get to know yourself.My intrests are verry diverse but include impressionist art,renovating propperty ,cooking and reading. I lead a verry active lifestyl and I love swimming , horse riding , scuba diving,cycling, hiking ,walking my Labradors , gardening and playing chess.

Property information

Over the last few years our team has strived to cater to guests needs by constantly asking for their feedback, therefor we have three inside rooms and seven outside rooms. Al rooms also offer outside seating to guests for their relaxation.Al though we are walking distance from the CBD the setting is tranqual and peacefull , once inside.The decor is oldworld chick with well loved antiques .The fire is lit in colder weather in the dining room for breakfast as well as dinners.The garden seating througout offers private spaces to contemplate or read one of the books available to guests.As South Africans we also encourage our guests to braai and there is a few options available.We try to attract birds to our garden with different types of plants as well as feeding stations.We also have a resident ex-ferral cat, Kelly ,who loves to interact with the guests.

Neighbourhood information

Convent hill lodge is situated 40 meters from La Verna private hospital which is part of the Len Med group.We are accros the road from Ladysmith High School.Convent road boasts two schools as well as a cresch. A hair salon , spa , bridal boutiqe and Ampath pathology rooms are all walking distance.For golfers we have a well maintained gollf course and lively clubhouse.There are two shopping Malls in town and many interesting shops to brows through.Les than 25 km. away is Nambithi conservancy which boasts 5 star lodges as well as the big five.The central Drakensberg is a popular day visit from Ladysmith.At the BnB we go for a walk at five in the morning and guests are welcome to join

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Property surroundings

Facilities of Convent Hill Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Packed lunches
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Family rooms

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas

    Wellness

    • Sun loungers or beach chairs

    Languages spoken

    • Afrikaans
    • English
    • Zulu

    House rules
    Convent Hill Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 21:30
    Check-out
    From 06:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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