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18 May 2023
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18 May 2023
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a view from a balcony of a building with a view of the ocean, First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout in Howick
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults), First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout in Howick
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8.1

Excellent

1,402 reviews

1,402 reviews

"Clean neat and set in beautiful surroundings"

Tracey

"Chalet was very neat and clean upon arrival."

Nirvana

"Spacious and well kept chalets, spotless and fun holiday place :)"

Mohamed

"We rented 3 units as a group of six passing through the area on wider travels and found the units clean and well stocked for self catering purposes."

Sandhayia

"Was a beautiful quiet place to relax and unwind."

Jolene
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8.3

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Nottingham Road Brewery 9.9 km
Piggly Wiggly 19.3 km
The Ugly Duckling 19.3 km
Monsoon Moon 19.3 km
Chocolate Heaven 19.3 km
spiral Blue 19.3 km
Karkloof Canopy Tours 35.2 km
Karkloof Conservation Centre 43.1 km
Midmar Dam 43.2 km
Umgeni Valley Enviromental Education Center 43.4 km
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First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout

152 Hidcote Road, Sub 7 of Farm Oatesdale, Hidcote Area, Howick, Howick, South Africa, 3300 - See map

Conveniently situated in the Howick part of Howick, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 4-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Sauna

Daily housekeeping

Garden

Tennis court

Announcements by hotel (1)
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help 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 minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist. Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19). Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size. It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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Facilities

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

BBQ facilities

Sauna

Tennis court

Bicycles

Spa

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Value for money7.1
Location rating8.3

Rooms available at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout

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Four-Bedroom Chalet (8 Adults)
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  • Room size: 100 m²/1076 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 2 single beds & 2 single be...
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Three-Bedroom Chalet (6 Adults)
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  • Room size: 70 m²/753 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 2 single beds & 1 queen bed...
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Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
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  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 1 queen bed & 2 single beds
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One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 1 queen bed
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Two Bedrooms Chalet
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  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
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Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking(1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds)
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  • Room size: 70 m²/753 ft²
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Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking(1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds)
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  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
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Four Bedrooms Chalet
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  • Room size: 100 m²/1076 ft²
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Three Bedrooms Chalet
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  • Room size: 70 m²/753 ft²
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Chalet, 4 Bedrooms, Non Smoking(1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds)
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  • Room size: 100 m²/1076 ft²
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Frequently asked questions

Does First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout offer spa services?

You can benefit from your stay at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout far more by benefiting from the property's available spa services that are offered for all its guests to make your evening or night far better.

What type of non-water sports and outdoor activities are readily available at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout provides a wide range of non-water sport and outdoor activities such as horse riding, hiking trails, golf course (within 3 km), and tennis courts for you to make best use of while staying here.

What type of water sports activities are offered at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout features water sport activities which includes fishing for you to make the most use of your time there.

What kinds of entertainment are available at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout offers games room while you stay at this property, offering guests with entertainment value all throughout your holiday here.

What kinds of facilities are offered for children at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

While on vacation with your loved ones, your children can also discover the fun in sports and recreation facilities offered at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout such as children's playground.

What payment options are supported at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout accepts up to 3, with payment card options including MasterCard, Visa, and American Express.

What is the average rating that past Solo travelers' have given to First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Verified solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout an average rating of 8.4. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Couples' have given to First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Past couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout an average rating of 8.2. You can look up on more descriptive customer reviews, and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that verified Families with young children have given to First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Verified families with young children that have stayed at this property have given First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout an average rating of 7.8. You can look up more thorough customer reviews and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Group travelers have given to First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Past group travelers that have stayed at this property have given First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout an average rating of 7.8. You can check out more specific customer assessments and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What do local visitors think about First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Verified local travelers that have stayed at this property have given First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout an average rating of 7.6. You can look up on more comprehensive customer testimonials, and responses for this property down in the review section.

What is the closest airport to First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

The nearest airport to First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout is King Shaka International Airport, 124.0 km away.

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What people love about First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Clean neat and set in beautiful surroundings"

    Tracey

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    May 7, 2022

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Cleanliness

    "Chalet was very neat and clean upon arrival."

    Nirvana

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    May 14, 2021

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Spaciousness

    "Spacious and well kept chalets, spotless and fun holiday place :)"

    Mohamed

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    April 11, 2021

Overall rating:

8.1

Excellent
1,402 reviews
Cleanliness
7.8
Facilities
7.7
Location
8.3
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What travelers say they love:
Would definitely go back!
Nadiyah from South Africa
Group
More about First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout

More about First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout

Situated within 12 km from Mooi River, surrounded by meadows, Midlands Saddle and Trout offers an array of activities from fishing, mini golf and horse riding. The resort features a restaurant, spa and children’s playground. At Midlands Saddle and Trout, the spacious apartments offer views of the mountain and come complete with an open plan lounge, dining area and fully equipped kitchen which include a dishwasher. Extras include a satellite TV, DVD player and linen. The Dancing Bushman is the resort’s cosy restaurant which offers tasty dishes. Guests can relax at the poolside or enjoy a refreshing swim in the large pool. The spa features a range of treatments. The Golden Horse Casino in Pietermaritzburg is 1 hours’ drive away.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.7

Languages spoken
  • English
Outdoor
  • Bicycles
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Fishing
  • Foot bath
  • Game room
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Massage
  • Mini golf course
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Spa/sauna
  • Swimming pool [outdoor]
  • Tennis court
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Cashless payment service
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • First aid kit
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Restaurants
Services and conveniences
  • Elevator
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Salon
  • Smoking area
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Playground
Land sports
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
Getting around
  • Car park [free of charge]

Food and dining

Restaurants on site
29 Degrees South
  • Cuisine: American, Italian, Local
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

152 Hidcote Road, Sub 7 of Farm Oatesdale, Hidcote Area, Howick, Howick, South Africa, 3300
Excellent
Location

8.3

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-in until: 21:00
  • Check-out from: 08:00
  • Check-out until: 10:00

Property announcements

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help 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 minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist. Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19). Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size. It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews of First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
7.8
/
10
Very good
From 63 reviews
Cleanliness7.8
Facilities7.7
Location8.3
Service8.2
Value for money7.1
High score for Howick
Rating
9+ Exceptional (8)
8-9 Excellent (2)
7-8 Very Good (7)
6-7 Good (0)
<6 Below Expectation (8)
Time of the year
Mar - May (10)
Jun - Aug (3)
Sep - Nov (2)
Dec - Feb (10)

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10.0
Exceptional
Liaan from South Africa
Family with young children
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Great getaway venue”

Awesome resort everything is nearby in the resort and have great facilities. Our daughter loved the horse riding.

Reviewed December 03, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Tracey from South Africa
Couple
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Stunning ”

Clean neat and set in beautiful surroundings

Reviewed May 07, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Rajeev from South Africa
Family with teens
Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in February 2021

Excellent value ”

We spent a night here. The location is easy to reach off the highway. Lovely views. The restaurant is open 8-4pm, and there are no restaurants close by. Breakfast was great but ensure you make plans for supper in advance.

Reviewed March 01, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Mohamed from South Africa
Family with young children
Three-Bedroom Chalet (6 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in April 2021

Loved it”

Spacious and well kept chalets, spotless and fun holiday place :)

Reviewed April 12, 2021

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8.8
Excellent
Nirvana from South Africa
Couple
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

Relaxing and enjoyable”

Great getaway, very quiet and relaxing.. Chalet was very neat and clean upon arrival..

Reviewed May 14, 2021

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8.0
Excellent
Nirmala from South Africa
Couple
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 2 nights in January 2022

Peaceful ”

Nice quite place for relaxation..have been patronizing this place every 3 months in a year.

Reviewed May 21, 2022

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7.2
Very good
Louis from South Africa
Couple
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Very good”

Don't go if there is loadshedding, great views and awsome if you like golf and horses. Good getaway spot. Not a one night place

Reviewed February 01, 2023

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7.6
Very good
Nasreen from South Africa
Family with young children
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in December 2021

Very good”

Lovely place to relax and great fun for kids

Reviewed December 08, 2021

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7.2
Very good
Bonisiwe from South Africa
Family with teens
Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
Stayed 2 nights in December 2020

wonderful place”

Great value for money, good service

Reviewed December 07, 2020

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5.6
Yvonne from South Africa
Couple
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Above average”

Website said book in at 2 we were told after 3 but they did not tell us our room was ready till way after 5pm. The spar bath had a dripping tap, by morning a half tub of water had been wasted. The crockery did not have the correct number of items matching the mugs were stained. It seems there is no attention to details. The braai area was not cleaned out from the previous people. Just very disappointing for the price for 1 night and we had to be out by 10am - hardly worth the long drive for one night but the only reason, my daughter and I were there was to see family from New Zealand. a number of places were booked because they were there. and several rooms were booked for family who all wanted to meet up and see them.

Reviewed October 07, 2022

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6.0
Faatima from South Africa
Couple
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 2 nights in February 2021

Too many flies and dusty ”

The chalet itself was very dusty and dirty, looks like they haven’t vacuumed and cleaned in a while. Also lots of flies and walls are very thin. Neighbors making lots of noise

Reviewed February 16, 2021

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6.0
Natacha from South Africa
Solo traveler
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in February 2022

Above average”

There was no power from 7pm when I checked in until I checked out the following day. And no generators available. Lovely place but having no electricity made for a very unpleasant stay.

Reviewed February 05, 2022

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5.6
Alishka from South Africa
Couple
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 2 nights in November 2020

Problems problems problems”

Unfortunately no hot water in our unit on arrival the issue was only addressed the night before we left. No tag to seal the door on arrival like other first resorts that indicate they've been properly sterilised. Email confirmation said to request the room to be serviced if required which we did request, but this was ignored. On arrival the concierge was reluctant to take our request again. Not upto usual standard we expect from first resorts group. No coffee or tea kept in the room on arrival. No sanitiser in room on arrival. They gave us the key to the room next door to shower. Which had tea, coffee and handsanitizer. Very disappointing

Reviewed November 29, 2020

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9.2
Exceptional
Dudu from South Africa
Couple
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 3 nights in June 2018

Lovely piece of tranquility ”

The apartments are exactly as they are depicted in images and well laid out. Fully equipped with everything one may need. Big comfortable bed. Not enough closet space in the bedroom but we survived. Water pressure was low in the shower and for flushing. The service at the restaurant is friendly but slow and the food was not amazing. I had toast and it really didn't work well with home made bread -it eas hard and fell apart. My partner had a prego roll and he didn't enjoy the meat.

Reviewed June 21, 2018

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10.0
Exceptional
Nadiyah from South Africa
Group
Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in July 2019

AMAZING STAY”

My stay was amazing, the place and staff are amazing! It was an easy transaction and there was always help if you needed anything. Roy at the front desk was super helpful and friendly. Would definitely go back!

Reviewed July 08, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
RAY from South Africa
Couple
Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in March 2018

Pity agent booked only one day. Will surely go back with family.l”

So peaceful and tranquil.

Reviewed April 22, 2018

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7.6
Very good
Gavin from Australia
Family with teens
Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
Stayed 7 nights in June 2018

Very good”

A great place to stay but a bit cold in winter. Better electric heating needed in the living areas.

Reviewed July 14, 2018

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6.0
Faizal from South Africa
Couple
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

Above average”

Staff were not interested in service

Reviewed May 15, 2023

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8.0
Excellent
Sandhayia from South Africa
Family with teens
One-Bedroom Chalet (2 Adults)
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

Clean and Comfortable ”

We rented 3 units as a group of six passing through the area on wider travels and found the units clean and well stocked for self catering purposes. The units were provided with DSTV. WiFi was only available in public areas.

Reviewed May 11, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Jolene from South Africa
Family with teens
Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
Stayed 4 nights in April 2023

The Pillays”

Was a beautiful quiet place to relax and unwind.

Reviewed May 01, 2023

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