Hogsback Vacation cottage rental with internet access, walking, fireplace and rural retreat

Save

From the owner

  • Cottage
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 night min stay
Complete a booking on Holiday Lettings and get 10% discount on Viator experiences. Learn more
Book with confidence.
Pay by card or PayPal, through the Holiday Lettings website, to be covered by Payment Protection. Never pay by bank or wire transfer.

Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Child friendly
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

This thatched old-world cottage is situated in a well established garden, in the village of Hogsback.
The cottage is exceedingly comfortable, carefully furnished with antique furniture and has a cosy fireplace in the central living / dining room. It has a fully equipped kitchen with electric and gas stove, microwave and freezer / fridge. The three bedrooms can sleep 6 people. There is a bathroom / toilet plus a separate shower / toilet.

Full DSTV and wi-fi.

Weber and open braai facility.

All linen, electric blankets, towels, crockery and cutlery provided.

Within walking distance to the one waterfall, and several hiking trails.

Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • 1 Full bed
  • 5 Twin beds
  • 1 Family bathroom, 1 Wet room

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Bicycles available
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Satellite TV
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

Show all amenities Show fewer amenities

Map

Area

Map

Availability

Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

100% refund100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
Booking confirmed
50% refund50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
24 hours after booking
No refundNo refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
4 weeks before
Check-in date
* This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

Things to know

Check in: 14:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

See more

Smoking

No smoking at this property

Manager restrictions

Minimum stay: 1 night

About the owner

Norma F.
Calendar last updated:
14 Jun 2018

Years listed:
8

Based in:
South Africa
Languages spoken: English
This property is hosted by a private host (consumer) and not a business. Bookings of their property may not be covered by EU or UK consumer protection laws. However, the Tripadvisor Rentals companies will provide you with the same customer service as with any other stay.

These are the details provided by the business owner.

Business Name

Business Address

Business Telephone

Business Email

Other Applicable Information

Reviews

5
Excellent
11 reviews
Excellent
10
Very Good
0
Good
1
Poor
0
Terrible
0
jessngolly

Home away from home
Jul 2018

We keep coming back to back o’ the moon! It really is our home away from home in Hogsback and we can’t get enough of it. Derek and Norma always make us feel so welcome and look after us so… More 

27 Jul 2018

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner
Thank you Jess. You know that you and LeRoy are always welcome "home" We love to have such nature lovers like you here in Hogsback. Warm greetings Norma

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

STEVE F
George, South Africa

Best kept secret in Hogsback!
Jun 2018

Back o' the Moon is arguably the most special self catering cottage in the whole of Hogsback. The cottage is steeped in history and one is able to leap back in time to experience the ambience of … More 

12 Jun 2018

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner
It has been such a pleasure to have Steve & Sheryl staying here @ Back o' the Moon last weekend. They are the kind of guests one would like to return again....appreciative, interactive, creative in suggestions etc. Thank you for a positive review. Warm greetings! Norma (co-owner)

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

minkek_11
Cape Town Central, South Africa

Stunning!
Sep 2017

Lovely little house to stay in. Very comfortable and cozy. The atmosphere is so warm and rustic and has everything you need! Norma was very friendly and helpful. The garden is absolutely beautiful, wi… More 

4 Oct 2017

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner
Thank you dear Minke. Lovely to have shared our slice of heaven with you. Do visit us again. Warm greetings, Norma Fivaz

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

Mark L
Durban, South Africa

Outstanding!
Sep 2017

Having spent time in Hogsback on a fairly regular basis for the past 60 years, I am well qualified to say that if one is looking for an outstanding 'old world' experience of what the ambianc… More 

24 Sep 2017

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner
Thank you Mark. We'd love to have you and the rest of your family (including your twin sister) back. Warm greetings, Norma & Derek Fivaz

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

JulietteP_SA
Knysna, South Africa

Brilliant location
Aug 2017

If you want to explore Hogsback this is a good starting point. Beautiful little house with 3 bedrooms. very simple and down to earth. Lovely fireplace for winter. Lovely garden. The only problem would… More 

6 Sep 2017

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner
Thank you Juliette, for your very positive review. Much appreciated. The layout of the cottage is typical of the time period it was built in (1935). All the old farm houses were along that style.....and we wanted to keep it in the vintage style. Glad you enjoyed so much of the personal touches. Warm greetings! Norma Fivaz

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

Review 1-5 of 11

FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Norma (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Norma (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Norma (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to view Norma the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online and send Norma (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Norma (the owner) an enquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Book your stay form, a booking request is sent to Norma (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

How do I know my booking is safe?

To book this holiday home you need to pay through the Holiday Lettings website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to your holiday home when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.

Find out more about booking safely.

How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your holiday dates in the Book your stay form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Norma (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your holiday booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my holiday?

Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Norma (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Norma (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage my booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my holiday?

You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Norma (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Norma (the owner) a message.

If Norma (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

View all FAQs

Also consider

Western Cape

2,683 properties

Gauteng

661 properties

KwaZulu-Natal

463 properties

Mpumalanga

270 properties

Eastern Cape

259 properties

Limpopo Province

231 properties

Port Elizabeth

74 properties

Free State

74 properties

North-West Province

68 properties

Northern Cape

50 properties

Greater Addo

30 properties

East London

29 properties

Jeffreys Bay

26 properties

Aliwal North

9 properties

Hogsback

9 properties

Saint Francis Bay

8 properties

Rhodes

6 properties

Cape St Francis

5 properties

Start a new search

This advert is created and maintained by the advertiser; we can only publish adverts in good faith as we don't own, manage or inspect any of the properties. We advise you to familiarise yourself with our terms of use.

Still have questions?

Build your perfect trip, with Holiday Lettings & Tripadvisor

Book with confidence

Pay online to be covered by Payment Protection

Real opinions, real reviews

Genuine guest feedback from 100,000+ reviews

Safe, simple, secure

When you pay online with PayPal or by credit/debit card

Quick response times

Know where you're staying within 24 hours

11 reviews
from

 $114 

/ night
Total
11 reviews
from

 $114 

/ night
Total