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Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Property class: 4

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A thatched-roof structure with a red carpet leading to a central area with a chandelier.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and two chairs. There is a balcony with a view of the countryside.
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a window seat with a view, and a table with bottles.
A narrow, dimly lit hallway with wooden doors labeled "The Cellar."
A dining area with a table set for two, a view of the outdoors, and a fireplace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

Explore the area

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R103, Old Main Road, Between Lidgetton and Balgowan, Lidgetton West, KwaZulu-Natal, 3275
  • Place, Michaelhouse Nature Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

A cozy bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a fireplace, and a hanging light fixture.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, River View

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a candle, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Garden Area

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a green throw blanket, and a wooden door.

Standard Room, Garden Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Lidgetton West

A family-friendly stay in Lidgetton West awaits you at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa. You'll be 11.9 km (7.4 mi) from Abingdon Wine Estate and 12 km (7.4 mi) from Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument. Highlights at this country house include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A relaxing day at Granny Mouse Spa can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The fine-dining restaurant, The Eaves, is open for dinner. With 2 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the country house. Enjoy the sauna and seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as access to horse riding/hire and bike hire. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a conference centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Lidgetton West country house include Gowrie Farm Golf Course and Sherwood Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Michaelhouse Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 21 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Abingdon Wine Estate - 21 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Sherwood Centre - 23 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piggly Wiggly Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Lampara - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lemon And Lavender - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Steampunk Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Waffle Inn - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Granny Mouse Country House & Spa. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Lidgetton West country house.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 12 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1986
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Granny Mouse Country House & Spa offers 32 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and free minibar items. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Granny Mouse Spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Granny Mouse
  • The Eaves

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 12 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in April.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the country house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Granny Mouse Country House Lidgetton West
Granny Mouse Country
Granny Mouse Country Balgowan
Granny Mouse Lidgetton West
Granny Mouse Country House Balgowan
Granny Mouse Country House Hotel Balgowan
Granny Mouse Country House South Africa/Balgowan
Granny Mouse Balgowan

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

Yep, Granny Mouse Country House & Spa has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa on 13 Nov 2026 start from AU$194, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

The closest beach to Granny Mouse Country House & Spa is Craigie Burn Dam (33.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

Yep, Granny Mouse Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Granny Mouse Country House & Spa have a pool?

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa has 2 outdoor swimming pools. The pool is open from October to April.

What luxury perks are available at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with Tempur-Pedic beds, premium bedding and fireplaces.

What makes Granny Mouse Country House & Spa a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as comfy beds and fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa.

Is Granny Mouse Country House & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and 2 outdoor pools, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Granny Mouse Country House & Spa is a hit with families.

Does Granny Mouse Country House & Spa serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full brekkie is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

No, Granny Mouse Country House & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

Yep, Granny Mouse Country House & Spa has 2 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The staff truly go above and beyond, paying attention to even the smallest details, which makes the stay feel extra special. And the breakfast? Absolutely incredible — a wide selection of fresh juices, fruit, freshly baked croissants, and cheeses that are simply to die for. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one day but the Property impressed us. It is a unique Hotel as it is an English cottage style. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved how they treated us to a family room when we were only expecting a standard room. The staff are friendly and professional. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

EVERYTHING WAS GOOD.

EVERYTHING WAS FINE, DRIVEWAY CAN BE DONE BETTER AND WIDER RANGE OF FOOD.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Overall ok

Friendly service, room is comfortable. Bathroom needs renovation.
Bathroom really needs renovation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Overall ok

Friendly service, room is comfortable, bathroom needs renovation.
Bathroom really needs renovation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The old charm was wonderful, really enjoyed the room as it was spacious. The restaurant wasn’t great, staff weren’t very friendly and food was average. Otherwise we loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Sadly Disappointed.

A little dissatisfied. There are fire places in the rooms as well as all public spaces but because it wasn’t yet the 1st of May (even though we were there over the Easter long weekend), we were not allowed to light them. (It was cold). No music / fires / atmosphere in the public spaces makes it cold & uneventful to go there. No walking trails on the property, so if you want to walk you need to drive to another. Your breakfast is complimentary but you must pay to have a cappacino (only filter coffee included- which as a coffee lover - honestly wasn’t very nice coffee at all). The steam room at the spa wasn’t working when we went for our treatments. The staff however are really lovely and doing their best to make it welcoming. If you’re happy to sit in your room all weekend then it is perfect, but for a more active couple, unfortunately it’s not the right fit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and amazing dinner!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Hotel from the reception to the restaurant including the rooms was so clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great reception from front desk personnel, place is awesome for relaxing. Nature all round
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent getaway location

Outstanding location, comfortable, spacious, clean and well appointed rooms. Serene setting with easy access to local attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not Great .........................

I was so looking forward to this stay . The place needs a good scrub in the walkways and the bathroom especially the grouting and the shower . There were stains on the seats in the dining area. It was particularly chilly and when I asked if they could light a fire - I was told they are not using them. I would not recommend this spot at all.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great retreat

Amazing weekend retreat. Spacious, clean and quiet room. Breakfast and dinner service at the Bistro has room for improvement but the food is good and of high quality. Waitresses require more training. Resort is well situated, near points of interest.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Granny Mouse Midlands gem

First time at Granny and already planning next trip, everyone and everything was awesome. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Romantic getaway

Excellent, most memorable one
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfect getaway

Everything was amazing, the staff, accomodation, breakfast, location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rustic property in good location. Quiet and tranquil. Good pool and good breakfast. Clean room and bathroom. The access road was in a bad state of repair with potholes and deep ruts and needed careful negotiation. Very friendly and efficient security staff at the gate.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant mid week break.

Great stay. Both of us got sick on the Thursday. Called reception for Valois. Message received was hotel not allowed to stock tablet. A bit more interest or offer of help would have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blissful

Our favourite hotel in the midlands just got even better with a recent refurb. Food is fantastic, room super comfortable and the staff go out of their way to make sure you are very well looked after. Can’t recommend this place highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Staff and Great Accomodation

Room was comfortable and as per the pictures presented the food in the ala Cart dining room was amazing and no faults to Express. Was only there overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotelpersonal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, Außenanlage wie Pool und Sträucher sind sehr gepflegt und last but least die Zimmer sind sehr schön und groß.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an absolutely wonderful weekend stay. Loved the decor and cozy atmosphere. The staff were very friendly and efficient and food was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting, very charming place. Enjoyed the river views. They must resolve the issue with their wild monkeys coming into the rooms though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019