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Balgowan

Balgowan is a valley in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands in South

Balgowan is a valley in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands in South Africa.

The Midlands Meander Route (a unique mix of more than 160 places to eat, drink, sleep, shop, play and have fun) on the R 103, runs through Balgowan in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.

Balgowan is not much more than an old trading store and a train station where locally grown timber is picked up. However, there is something special about Balgowan: Michaelhouse, the Anglican boarding school for boys in the Diocese of Natal, widely regarded as one of the top schools in South Africa. The school complex, built in the English gothic style from red Pietermaritzburg brick, includes a beautiful chapel, featuring a stained glass rose window by Erwin Bossanyi, which is open to the public.

As elsewhere in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, Balgowan has some wealthy farmers, mostly in the timber production industry (pine and eucalyptus) or in dairy and cattle farming.

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Accommodation in and around Balgowan

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa    accommodation in Balgowan
Granny Mouse Country House and Spa is in the magnificent Caversahm Valley in Balgowan and surrounded by gardens overlooking conservancy areas on the Lion's River. This classic Country House Hotel, with its reputation for excellence, is located ... More

Little Forest    accommodation in Balgowan
This is what you have been searching for, Little Forest is set in the most beautiful surrounds with rolling lawns to a fully stocked trout dam and swimming pool on the water's edge. Little Forest is in the beautiful Balgowan Valley, behind the re... More

Woodridge Country Hotel    accommodation in Balgowan
Woodridge Country Hotel is set in the heart of the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. It is a four star country style retreat for the nature lover who desires fine food, fine wines and a chance to rejuvenate their body, mind and soul. Guests can step out of the... More

Hunters Lodge    accommodation in Balgowan
TGCSA 4 Star graded Self-catering cottage,in the heart of the Midlands, 4km from Michaelhouse and within easy reach of many Private Schools. Simple access 200m off the R103. The cottage has been tastefully converted and is situated on a small Stud Fa... More

Little Paradise Guest Farm    accommodation in Balgowan
Little Paradise is a guest farm in the heart of the Midlands Meander of KwaZulu-Natal, 3 kilometres from Balgowan Station and Michaelhouse School. Our farm is situated on a hillside with a breathtaking view over the Balgowan valley to Nottingham Road... More

Twin Pools Lodge B&B    accommodation in Balgowan
There are times in a man's life, to fill the car with petrol, grab the missus and kids, pack the fishing rods & mountain bikes, and head for Twin Pools in the heart of the Natal Midlands. At Twin Pools we offer frazzled city dwellers a quiet ... More

Gowan Valley Guest Farm    accommodation in Balgowan
Gowan Valley guest farm offers the ultimate in old-fashioned hospitality in the Natal Midlands near Michaelhouse and other Natal private schools.Meander down into the valley of peace and quiet, where you can relax and unwind in our picturesque settin... More

Caversham Mill Country Cottages    accommodation in Balgowan
History Richard Gower Hodson (17) and James Jefferies Hodson (15), sailed from London aboard the “Nile”, in 1850.  The brothers secured three plots (60 acres), one of which was on the Mpofana River.  They named it "C... More

Otter's Creek    accommodation in Balgowan
This retreat is uniquely set in the Caversham Valley overlooking the Impafana River and lush indigenous forest. Walk scenic riverside trails through natural forest and grassland, enjoy the bird and wildlife species typical to riverine forest and gras... More

Little Paradise    accommodation in Balgowan
At Little Paradise your hosts are Bern and Patty Moon Bern Moon was Professor and Head of the School of Geography, Archaeology and Environmental Studies at Univers... More

Newstead Farm    accommodation in Balgowan
Newstead Farm was built in 1848 and is one of the Natal Midlands oldest homesteads.Set in the grounds of the house are five exquisitely appointed en-suite rooms.  Roaring log fires, tennis court, swimming pool and a comfortable guest lounge whic... More

Millgate Cottage & The Glass Studio    accommodation in Balgowan
Set in the scenic KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, Millgate Cottage is set amid beautiful countryside just off the R103, between Nottingham Road and Howick. Conveniently located for all private schools in the area, it is only 5km from Michaelhouse. Within eas... More

Caversham Mill Manor House    accommodation in Balgowan
Guests have access to the common areas in the Manor: a casual TV lounge with log fireplace in close proximity to the open plan kitchen (only used when the whole house is booked by one group) and dining area; a formal lounge, also with an antique log ... More

Ferns at Abberley Guest House and Cottages    accommodation in Balgowan
On the fringe of the Majestic Drakensburg in the heart of the Natal Midlands lies a charming guest house - Abberley, for "Place of Happiness". Tucked behind an avenue of oak trees, this victorian style homestead offers comfortable accommoda... More

Hilltop    accommodation in Balgowan
Lovely, Big House situated in Balgowan/Caversham.  This 4 bedroomed home with outside flat and double garage is situated on a hill in rural Balgowan. This home has 4 x bedrooms, 2 x bathrooms (both with shower, toilet and basin), 2 x lounges and... More




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