Local Area & Attractions

The Kwazulu-Natal Midlands is the lush farmland area stretching from the foothills of the majestic Drakensberg Mountains in the West, to the sunny Natal Coast in the East. Numerous rivers make their way through the Natal Midlands towards the warm Indian Ocean and there are many indigenous forests in the region.

Midlands Cozy Cabins are centrally located in the Midlands, most activities are right on the doorstep and can be easily arranged whether it is for a round of golf, horse riding, mountain biking, trout fishing or hiking in the berg.

Of course, there is always the Midlands' Meander whose route will guide you through the most beautiful countryside and expose the exceptional talent of the artists and crafters who choose to live here.

Other notable attractions include The Nelson Mandela Capture Site, Nottingham Road Brewing Co., The Karkloof Valley and Canopy Tour, Midmar Dam, The Kamberg Valley and the Boer War Battlefields.

Our cozy cabins are very well situated to many of the major wedding venues in and around Nottingham Road, making it an ideal location for an overnight stay, or making a weekend of it! Below are the approximate driving distances to all the nearby wedding venues.

THE WILLOWS - 5 MINS

THE WINDMILLS - 10 MINS

THE BEND - 20 MINS

GRANNY MOUSE - 25 MINS

WOODRIDGE COUNTRY ESTATE- 10 MINS

BELLWOOD COTTAGES - 15 MINS

FORDOUN HOTEL & SPA - 15 MINS

NETHERWOOD - 15 MINS

LYTHWOOD LODGE - 30 MINS

PROVIDENCE - 20 MINS

The Midlands has a moderate climate. Summer temperatures are about 30C although the evening sees the temperature drop to the mid-teens. Winter sees glorious sunny days with temperatures in the mid-teens with temperatures often dropping to below freezing at night.

Distances from Nottingham Road: