About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Black Cottage in Smithfield offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden or mountain views, and amenities such as free WiFi, private check-in and check-out, and free on-site parking. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy the outdoor fireplace, and utilise the outdoor seating and picnic areas. The property is pet-friendly and includes an outdoor play area. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, with warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Dinner is highly praised by guests. Activities and Location: Located 142 km from Bram Fischer International Airport, the property offers activities like fishing, walking tours, bike tours, canoeing, hiking, and cycling. Highly rated for its host, dinner, and garden.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gustav
South Africa
“The host was friendly and helpful. Supper was good.” - Natalie
South Africa
“A real gem. Dee Dee was a generous host. She cooked us the best dinner, complete with homemade bread and delicious dessert which was just what we needed to warm us up on a very cold day. We had a hearty breakfast the next morning. The room was...” - Elaine
United Kingdom
“Excellent hostess and breakfast in the garden was fab! Next time I’ll ask her for dinner as well” - Gys
South Africa
“Rustic accommodation in the quiet part of town. Clean room and a nice firm mattress. Do book dinner and breakfast. The host likes cooking and it shows.” - Yvette
South Africa
“host very friendly and accomodating, very peacefull place, you feel relaxed when you are there” - Di
South Africa
“Our stay at The Black Cottage in Smithfield was peaceful & perfect. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by Dee Dee, the warm and gracious host who made every effort to make us feel at home. Adding to the charm was Buddy, the cutest black...” - Sabine
South Africa
“We did not have breakfast but the dinner was fantastic and the host delightful” - Kim
South Africa
“The perfect stopover back to JHB! Beautiful clean rooms stocked with milk and tea. A delicious home cooked meal in her spectacular garden. She even made me a vegan burger! Dee Dee was extremely accommodating as we travelled with our dogs and new...” - Dale
South Africa
“What a fabulous gem. We had a fun and relaxing stop. Dee Dee communicated well and kept us informed. Dinner and breakfast were superb. The homemade burgers- roll and pattie for dinner were so tasty. We had good company in Dee Dee and the other...” - Linda
South Africa
“So welcoming, great food, quaint little cottage. Will definitely stay again.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.