Highgrove House Country Hotel, Restaurant, Farm & Spa

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

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About this property

Offering sweeping views over the Mpumalanga Lowveld Valley, this 5-star guest house offers a fine-dining restaurant, a pool in the gardens and individually decorated suites with a fireplace. All suites at Highgrove House Country Hotel, Restaurant, Farm & Spa feature overhead fans, a seating area and views of the valley or forests. Modern amenities include a CD player and free Wi-Fi, and some suites have a private garden with pool. Guests can begin their day with an al fresco breakfast in the Victorian gazebo. During dinner, the Highgrove’s restaurant offers candle-lit meals accompanied by local wine. Highgrove’s spa and wellness center includes a sauna and massage rooms. Tour desk staff can schedule a trip to the nearby game reserve, or provide information on the area’s scenic Panorama Route. Kruger National Park and the Lion Sands Reserve are less than 6.2 miles’ drive from the hotel. Private parking is free.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 3 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gail
    United States United States
    “Menu every day was awesome. Very accommodating with special diet requests. Ethel was excellent in service to us over 12 hours every day. The Chef made quality six course meals. Loved the personal touches. Full body massage in a separate area of...”
  • Mpho
    South Africa South Africa
    “Warm Welcome by the entire team just made me feel like extending my stay already. The most flexible team that puts their guest needs first. If you want to feel like the first and last guest, Highgrove House is definitely the place to be”
  • Khaled
    Egypt Egypt
    “The gardens, the suite, the food, the super friendly staff, the service. Memorable stay, can’t wait to be back.”
  • Kapuafrica
    United States United States
    “Highgrove House is an amazing place. A true, luxurious working farm with beautiful gardens, walking paths, and rooms. The food was well above anything we expected and the host was just delightful and knowledgeable.”
  • Mary
    United States United States
    “Breakfast was cooked to order. Eggs Benedict especially tasty Everyone on staff catered to our every wish. Dinners were creative, 5 course meals of the finest quality and flavors. Personal service beyond compare.”
  • Sandra
    United States United States
    “The property was stunningly beautiful. It is set on an avocado and macadamia nut farm with an outstanding garden surrounding the main building and suites. The suites have private living rooms with fireplaces and the bedrooms are very spacious. The...”
  • Ofentse
    South Africa South Africa
    “It caters for all weather conditions, the service was great, friendly staff. Its a nice place for a quiet getaway. Its safe and the food was very nice. Their soup was delicious and i had a nice vodka mix. Its definately our new hide out spot.”
  • Anuradha
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    “lots of beautiful greenery, very quiet and peaceful.”
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “- exceptional attention to detail with service. - incredible location amongst the forest to relax and unwind. - excellent level of dining experience. - spa treatments were fantastic. - personal and caring approach that you don’t get with big...”
  • Winnie
    South Africa South Africa
    “I don't know where to begin to describe the experience... I loved the personal experience for me and my person, we were celebrating and they catered for that The food was divine, breakfast superb and dinner was exquisite... everything served in...”

Hosted by Kathy Russell

9.9
Host Review Score
Kathy Russell
Highgrove House, situated on a 64 hectare (158 acres) farm, 20 minutes away from Kruger National Park, combines distinctive accommodation in Mpumalanga along with gourmet cuisine and a hideaway pastoral setting in the Mpumalanga Lowveld valley. As the guest list for accommodation is limited to just sixteen people, 8 garden suites, personal service is assured. Voted Best small boutique hotel for several years in South Africa. The original Colonial Farmstead was constructed sometime around the turn of the 18th century and was renovated and revamped in 1988, when the exquisite accommodation suites were constructed. In 1991 Highgrove House opened its door as a five-star country hotel. The renovations have retained the character of the era whilst ensuring that today's guests luxuriate in modern comforts, with total privacy and personal service. Aged Jacaranda trees provide an enchanting entrance avenue. Fine collection of antiques and Persian carpets adorns the reception rooms, warmed by crackling wood fires when winters chill sets in.
Mrs Kathy Russell attained the beautiful property in 2007 after spending one night. She fell in love with the avenue of Jacaranda trees, the surrounding forests married to the English Colonial ambience and great cuisine. Her eye for detail and her passion for beautiful things has translated into what is the elegance, style and magnificence of Highgrove House.
In June 2014 Highgrove House Luxury Tours started operating, transferring guests from Johannesburg (O.R.Tambo) or KMIA airports to the little hidden paradise. The in-house Tours Company make use of luxury air-conditioned vehicles, and the very popular Panorama Tour and Animal Interaction Tours with visits to Moholoholo Sanctuary and Hoedspruit Endangered Species centre and Jessica the world’s famous hippo, brings a smile to each guest. A Kruger National park day tour is a highlight and you can escape the intense heat when returning the escarpment.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • The Royal
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

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Please note that full payment will be charged at the time of booking for one night stays.