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Netherwood Accommodation

Kindly Note

The Netherwood&nbsp;accommodation is not available to our guests unless specified&nbsp;as we have booked out all of the cottages.

We strongly recommend that you book your accommodation ASAP as May is a very busy period in the Midlands and we would love&nbsp;for you to be able to book your preferred accommodation for the weekend of our wedding.











Please see the comprehensive list of various accommodation surrounding our wedding venue provided below.

Shuttle Service

Please note that a shuttle service will be available to and from&nbsp;the wedding venue.&nbsp;

The shuttle service will be available at the following hotels:



Fordoun Hotel and Spa











Nottingham Road Hotel











Gowrie Farm Golf Lodge











Loxley House











Rawdons Hotel











The shuttles will be able to&nbsp;drop&nbsp;guests off at other accommodation&nbsp;along Nottingham Road but will be limited to 9kms from the Netherwood.







If you would like to use&nbsp;this service for&nbsp;our wedding, please drop us an email with the name of your accommodation.

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This is about 1.9km from our wedding venue.

Fordoun Hotel and Spa&nbsp;offers luxury accommodation on&nbsp;Nottingham Road in the scenic KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, which is at the foothills of the majestic Drakensberg.













Breakfast included.

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

<ul><li>Take the N3&nbsp;to durban&nbsp;(± 4.5 hours = 480km)&nbsp;&nbsp;(past Harrismith, Ladysmith & Estcourt)</li><li>Take&nbsp;exit 132&nbsp;/ Nottingham Road / R103 turnoff</li><li>Turn right at stop street towards Nottingham Road &nbsp;(Linga Lapa / Stonehaven garage is on your left)</li><li>Drive for ±2.5km until you see signs for Netherwood and Blueberry Cafe on your left.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Fordoun hotel and spa is on your right / directly opposite the entrance)</li><li>Turn into Netherwood and take second right onto a dirt road (for the cottages continue straight on the dirt road that runs parallel to the main road)</li><li>Follow signs through gates, past dams on your left until you arrive at the gates of Lidgett’s Grant house</li><li>Turn left towards chapel</li><li>Road splits – left towards reception venue and right towards the chapel</li></ul>

Directions from Johannesburg:

<ul><li>Take the N3&nbsp;to Pietermaritzburg / Johannesburg&nbsp;(± 1 hour 15 minutes = 128km) &nbsp;(past Midmar dam / Howick / Balgowan)</li><li>Take&nbsp;exit 132&nbsp;/ Nottingham Road / R103 turnoff</li><li>Turn right at stop street towards Nottingham Road &nbsp;(Linga Lapa / Stonehaven garage is on your left)</li><li>Drive for ±2.5km until you see signs for Netherwood and Blueberry Cafe on your left. &nbsp;(Fordoun hotel and spa is on your right / directly opposite the entrance)</li><li>Turn into Netherwood and take second right onto a dirt road (for the cottages continue straight on the dirt road that runs parallel to the main road)</li><li>Follow signs through gates, past dams on your left until you arrive at the gates of Lidgett’s Grant house</li><li>Turn left towards chapel</li><li>Road splits – left towards reception venue and right towards the chapel</li></ul>

Directions from Durban:

This is about 7km from our wedding venue.

Nottingham Road Hotel is a historical landmark known as Notties by many generations of locals. It is located in the village of Nottingham Road, in the heart of the Midlands Meander 









Each classic room comes equipped with a satellite TV and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The private bathroom has a bath or shower and free toiletries are provided.













There is an à la carte restaurant at Nottingham Road, and guests can enjoy a pub meal while they watch sports events on the big screen in Notties pub. Picnic baskets are available on request.













Breakfast included.

The Nottingham Road Hotel

This is about 4.1km from our wedding venue.

1 - 10 Sleeper House available on Airbnb.










This would make a great house share if any of our guests are interested in that idea.









Afallon House is a Siberian Larch Barn style house with a very spacious double volume open plan living area, verandah with a braai. Downstairs bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms with beautiful rock showers. Upstairs bedrooms share a bathroom with bath/shower.









Situated 2km from the heart of Nottingham Roads shops, Banks, Junction Shopping Centre, Legendary Notties Pub, Gowrie Golf Course and a stones throw away from some of the best fly fishing waters in the country.

Afallon House

This is about 7km from our wedding venue. (Highly Recommended)

Gowrie Farm is&nbsp;an idyllic country retreat situated on a&nbsp;classic golf course and is&nbsp;great for&nbsp;trout fishing with all the conveniences and upmarket style of the city.









Gowrie Farm at Nottingham Road in the KZN Midlands has all this to offer, with a varied selection of affordable and de luxe accommodation available.&nbsp;









Each unit is&nbsp;en-suite in a luxurious setting, complete with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area and laundry facilities plus DSTV. Serviced daily.





Breakfast included.

Gowrie Farm Golf Lodge

This is about 7km from our wedding venue.

This family-friendly Nottingham Road guesthouse is located in the historical district and is very central to wedding venues.



Breakfast included.

Loxley House Luxury Guest House and Conference Venue

This is about 6km from our wedding venue.

1 - 6 Sleeper House available on Airbnb.



44 Fox Browne enjoys a location in Nottingham Road, just 1 km from Tourist Information Centre (Nottingham) and a 19-minute walk from Brookdale Health Hydro & Spa. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony. This apartment has 3 bedrooms and a bathroom with a bath and a shower. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher and an oven.

44 Fox Browne

This is about 7km from our wedding venue.

1 - 6 Sleeper House available on Airbnb.









This would make a great house share if any of our guests are interested in that idea.











Beautifully furnished stand alone home in Gowrie Village, looking over Gowrie farm and in the perfect position to enjoy the Midlands. It has 3 bedrooms all with En-suite bathrooms, a gas braai outside and a fire place in the lounge.

Gowrie Village Home

This is about 6.4km from our wedding venue. 

Sleeps 6-8 people available on Airbnb.









This would make a great house share if any of our guests are interested in that idea.











Birdhaven Farmhouse/Villa is a beautiful house on Eaglecrest Wildlife Estate, near Nottingham Road.&nbsp;It has an amazing sense of space and privacy and a magnificent view. Just ten minutes from Nottingham Road village with pubs, petrol station, restaurants shops and pharmacy. Close to Bosch Hoek and Gowrie golf courses.

Birdhaven Farmhouse/Villa

This is about 8km&nbsp;from our wedding venue.

Cozy 6 sleeper available on Airbnb.







Situated in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands.









Rose Cottage is your home away from home.













Rose Cottage also has a lovely big lawn with a homey vibe. It has a large open plan living area with a comfy fireplace which warms the house for cozy nights in. A large veranda allows you to enjoy the outdoors on your doorstep!

Rose Cottage

This is about 7km from our wedding venue. 

Bourne View is a holiday home located in Gowrie Village in Nottingham Road. Centrally located, the charming home offers an indigenous garden with koi pond and views over the hills.













The home has 2 heated bedrooms with their own bathroom facilities. Guests can relax in the spacious lounge area with additional space available in the veranda. Satellite TV is available.

Bourne View

This is about 12km from our wedding venue.

2 sleeper house available on Airbnb.

A delightful country setting with magnificent views very close to Michael House School, wedding venues and all that the Midlands has to offer. Walking, cycling and bird watching.



Parking and entrance at the front door of your private cottage.

Tranquility Cottage

This is about 14&nbsp;km from our wedding venue.

Located in Balgowan, Notting Hill Lodge has accommodations with free WiFi.






A patio with garden views is offered in all units.





A Full English/Irish breakfast is served each morning at the property.





The bed and breakfast has an outdoor pool.





Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area.





Breakfast included.

Notting Hill Lodge

This is about 9km from our wedding venue.





Rawdons Hotel & Estate features water sports facilities, outdoor swimming pool and tennis court in Nottingham Road. Among the various facilities of this property are barbecue facilities, a garden and a terrace. The hotel offers mountain views, a children's playground, and free WiFi is available.









At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk and a TV. Rawdons Hotel & Estate provides certain rooms with lake views, and every room has a coffee machine. The units have a wardrobe.









A buffet breakfast is available daily at the property. There is an in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of South African, European and international dishes.









A variety of popular activities are available in the area around the property, including cycling and fishing.



Breakfast included.

Rawdons Hotel

This is about 7km from our wedding venue. 

4 Sleeper Cottage available on Airbnb.







Fields Cottage is a self catering 2 bedroom cottage on a large property with a beautiful garden in the centre of Nottingham Road. This is the perfect spot to get away from it all, situated 1.5 km from the village. Live for the little pleasures! 









Fields Cottage is set on a a beautiful 30 hectare kikuyu surrounding. Pastures surround the cottage with easy access to the main road, Gowrie Village and Gowrie Farm. The cottage is a private dwelling with an area behind to have private dining.

Fields Cottage

This is about 7km from our wedding venue. 

1 - 6 Sleeper available on Airbnb.







Private, fully furnished three bedroom apartment attached to the main house and located within a secure residential estate. Self catering with an optional continental breakfast.









Situated in picturesque Gowrie Village, Nottingham Road, KwaZulu Natal Midlands.









Downstairs lounge/Dining room/Kitchen with fire place. Upstairs study quiet area/ & mini library. Outside front tea garden. 









Parking available on site.

Caracal's Rest

This is about 8.6km from our wedding venue. 

2 sleeper available on Airbnb.



This small, comfortable garden annex is separate to and screened from the main house. The accommodation is ideal for short stays attending weddings, visiting schools or simply enjoying the Midlands Meander.&nbsp;
Small fridge, fruit, tea, quality filter coffee and rusks provided.





There are hotels and restaurants minutes away, serving quality meals.





This light, single room annex with on suite shower and toilet is small but clean, comfortable and homely. It is located in our garden with a small outdoor seating area.&nbsp;





There is a laptop friendly workspace, small fridge, sound system (CD, Ipod) and hair dryer. Percale linen and extra large bath towels. Electric blanket and heater provided for chilly winter evenings and a wall fan for summer. Regret no pets or smoking inside.

Garden Annex

This is about 16km from our wedding venue.

Arum Hill Lodge is located in Balgowan, in the heart of the Midlands Meander. It offers an entertainment area with billiard table and BBQ facilities. The Michaelhouse School is within 2.5 km of Arum Hill Lodge.

Each room here will provide you with a satellite TV, a balcony and a DVD player. Private bathrooms come with a bath or shower. You can enjoy mountain view and garden view.





At Arum Hill Lodge you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities and a shared lounge. The property offers free parking.





Breakfast included.

Arum Hill Lodge B&B, Balgowan

This is about 17km from our wedding venue.




1 - 4 Sleeper available on Airbnb.





Beacon Vlei is situated on the Midlands Meander in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands South Africa. We have 5 self catering cottages which are all fully equipped with satellite TV, fireplaces for winter, fully equipped kitchens, en suite bedrooms and magnificent views over our 23 hectare private dam which is well stocked with large mouth Bass.&nbsp;The perfect spot for the avid Bass fisherman. We are a family friendly establishment and we are pet friendly.

Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

This is about 10km from our wedding venue.

Located 1.7 km from Flyfishing, Lavender Trout Farm offers free WiFi.

All units come with a seating area, a sofa, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen. There is also an oven, microwave and a kettle.





The farm stay offers a barbecue.





A terrace is available for guests to use at Lavender Trout Farm.





Brookdale Health Hydro & Spa is 2.1 km from the accommodation.&nbsp;






This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Nottingham Road!&nbsp;

Lavender Trout Farm

This is about 18km from our wedding venue.

Located in Nottingham Road, Riverholm Country Estate offers accommodation with a patio and kitchen.

All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, bath and shower. An oven and kettle are also provided.





The lodge offers a seasonal outdoor pool.





A terrace is available on site and fishing can be enjoyed within close proximity of Riverholm Country Estate.





Trout dam is 4 km from the accommodation.&nbsp;

Riverholm Country Estate

This is about 16km from our wedding venue.

Set in the Natal Midlands, Abberley Guesthouse is located in Balgowan Valley, in a forest garden with views of the valley.

Each bedroom has a kitchenette equipped with a microwave, fridge and kettle and an en suite bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. You can enjoy forrest views from the rooms' private patio.





An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and picnics. There are a variety of restaurants in the surrounding area.

Abberley Guest House

This is about 16km from our wedding venue.

Set in Balgowan, within 2.6 km of Boschhoek Club House and 5 km of Michaelhouse School, Westfield Farm features a garden. The property offers a shared lounge.

All rooms at the guest house are equipped with a seating area. Each room is equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms have a kitchen with an oven. The rooms will provide guests with a microwave.





A variety of popular activities are available in the area around Westfield Farm, including cycling, fishing and hiking.&nbsp;

Westfield Farm

This is about 14km from our wedding venue. 

The Goose House is a welcoming and homely bed and breakfast in Rosetta, and is on The Midlands Meander route and&nbsp;is 7 km from Nottingham Road

The Goose House offers accommodation in 3 downstairs en-suite guest rooms, 2 doubles and 1 twin. The comfortable beds are made up with down duvets, pure cotton linen, and electric blankets. A full English breakfast with homemade preserves is served in the dining room, with an open fireplace for cold winter mornings.&nbsp; Your friendly hosts live upstairs, and share their lounge with guests. They enjoy meeting people from all over their world and helping them plan their trips.

Breakfast included.

The Goose House

This is about 18km from our wedding venue.

Featuring a garden and a bar, Mount Shekinah Country Hotel is set in Balgowan, a 13-minute walk from Michaelhouse School. &nbsp;Free WiFi is available.

A continental breakfast is served daily at the property.





The hotel offers a sun terrace.Breakfast included.

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel

This is about 14km from our wedding venue.

The Goose House is a welcoming and homely bed and breakfast in Rosetta, and is on The Midlands Meander route and&nbsp;is 7 km from Nottingham Road

The Goose House offers accommodation in 3 downstairs en-suite guest rooms, 2 doubles and 1 twin. The comfortable beds are made up with down duvets, pure cotton linen, and electric blankets. A full English breakfast with homemade preserves is served in the dining room, with an open fireplace for cold winter mornings.&nbsp; Your friendly hosts live upstairs, and share their lounge with guests. They enjoy meeting people from all over their world and helping them plan their trips.

Breakfast included.

This is about 14km from our wedding venue.

The Goose House is a welcoming and homely bed and breakfast in Rosetta, and is on The Midlands Meander route and&nbsp;is 7 km from Nottingham Road



The Goose House offers accommodation in 3 downstairs en-suite guest rooms, 2 doubles and 1 twin. The comfortable beds are made up with down duvets, pure cotton linen, and electric blankets. A full English breakfast with homemade preserves is served in the dining room, with an open fireplace for cold winter mornings.&nbsp; Your friendly hosts live upstairs, and share their lounge with guests. They enjoy meeting people from all over their world and helping them plan their trips.



Breakfast included.

This is about 15km from our wedding venue.

Available on Airbnb.Garden cottage with a picturesque location. Ideal for an overnight stay, for a wedding, visiting the local schools or attending a conference in the beautiful Midlands.&nbsp;

Please note there is no&nbsp;kitchen, but there is a fridge and a few kitchen amenities to make your stay comfortable.

Half House

This is about 14km from our wedding venue.

Featuring free bikes, barbecue facilities as well as a garden, Little Milton is set in Nottingham Road, within 4.3 km of Stables and 6 km of Tourist Information Centre (Nottingham). Complimentary WiFi is featured.

Little Milton

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Honeymoon Fund

The most important gift to us is having you share in our special day.

But if you wish to contribute in some other way, we would love a few pennies to put in our pot, for our honeymoon trip after tying the knot.

 













Bank Details:











Miss K Morland&nbsp;FNBGold Cheque AccountAccount Number:&nbsp;62492714912Branch Code:&nbsp;250655







Reference: Your name/s followed by J&K

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How to get to Netherwood Farm

From Johannesburg

Take the N3&nbsp;to durban&nbsp;(± 4.5 hours = 480km)&nbsp;&nbsp;(past Harrismith, Ladysmith & Estcourt)Take&nbsp;exit 132&nbsp;/ Nottingham Road / R103 turnoffTurn right at stop street towards Nottingham Road &nbsp;(Linga Lapa / Stonehaven garage is on your left)Drive for ±2.5km until you see signs for Netherwood and Blueberry Cafe on your left.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Fordoun hotel and spa is on your right / directly opposite the entrance)Turn into Netherwood and take second right onto a dirt road (for the cottages continue straight on the dirt road that runs parallel to the main road)Follow signs through gates, past dams on your left until you arrive at the gates of Lidgett’s Grant houseTurn left towards chapelRoad splits – left towards reception venue and right towards the chapel

From Durban

Take the N3&nbsp;to Pietermaritzburg / Johannesburg&nbsp;(± 1 hour 15 minutes = 128km) &nbsp;(past Midmar dam / Howick / Balgowan)Take&nbsp;exit 132&nbsp;/ Nottingham Road / R103 turnoffTurn right at stop street towards Nottingham Road &nbsp;(Linga Lapa / Stonehaven garage is on your left)Drive for ±2.5km until you see signs for Netherwood and Blueberry Cafe on your left. &nbsp;(Fordoun hotel and spa is on your right / directly opposite the entrance)Turn into Netherwood and take second right onto a dirt road (for the cottages continue straight on the dirt road that runs parallel to the main road)Follow signs through gates, past dams on your left until you arrive at the gates of Lidgett’s Grant houseTurn left towards chapelRoad splits – left towards reception venue and right towards the chapel

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