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First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout

3.0 star property
Family-friendly aparthotel with full-service spa and sauna

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Outdoor dining
Chalet, 3 Bedrooms | In-room dining
Chalet, 4 Bedrooms | Living area
Lake
2 Bedroom Superior Chalet | View from room

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

Explore the area

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152 Hidcote Rd, Sub 7 of Farm Oatesdale, Mooirivier, KwaZulu-Natal, 4420
  • Mooi River Country Club
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Fordoun Spa
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Chalet, 4 Bedrooms

Chalet, 4 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
  • 100 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Chalet, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
  • 70 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Chalet, 1 Bedroom

Chalet, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

About the area

Mooirivier

A family-friendly stay in Mooirivier awaits you at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout. You'll be 14.5 km (9 mi) from Mooi River Country Club and 26.1 km (16.2 mi) from Fort Durnford Museum. Highlights at this aparthotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and in-room kitchens. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and each apartment features a washing machine, a fireplace and a furnished balcony or patio. A kitchen comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop, and room service is also available. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a soaking tub and free toiletries. A living room, a safe and a hairdryer are also available. .Enjoy the sauna and pool loungers as well as access to mini golf and a playground. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and spa services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Mooirivier aparthotel include Fordoun Spa and St Matthews Church.
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What's nearby

  • Mooi River Country Club - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Wagendrift Dam - 21 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Fordoun Spa - 27 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 33 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 44 min drive - 63.1 km

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Newscafe Umhlanga - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Rossetta hotel - ‬14 min drive

About this property

First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout

Family-friendly aparthotel with full-service spa and sauna
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout offers its guests a full-service spa and a sauna. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Mooirivier aparthotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout offers 58 accommodations with fireplaces and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the aparthotel's full-service spa, La Vita Spas. Services include manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Full-service spa
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Sauna

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Dining

  • A restaurant
  • Limited room service

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Mini golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 floor
  • 58 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout on 16 Sept 2025 start from AU$81.32, 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.

Is parking available at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Yep, First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

The closest beach to First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout is Craigie Burn Dam (35.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Yep, La Vita Spas is available for guests.

What luxury perks are available at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

This property features a full-service spa, as well as a soaking tub and a fireplace.

Is First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, an arcade and on-site mini golf, it's no surprise that First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout serve breakfast?

Yep, breakfast is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

No, First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Yep, you can grab a meal at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

No, only service animals are allowed.