Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 123 miles/198 km
Restaurants
O'Grady - 10 min drive
The Barn - 13 min walk
The HighSide Tavern - 1 min walk
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About this property
The Highside
When visiting Tonteldoos, The Highside is a great choice to consider. The helpful staff and bar get good marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
7 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time from 6 AM until midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets stay for free (dogs only)
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
What to do
Fishing
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Accessibility
Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Languages
English
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Deep-soaking bath
Bath or shower
Food and drink
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Kitchen
Microwave (on request)
Stovetop
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Special features
Dining
High Side Tavern – This bar serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Policies
<p>This property does not have lifts.</p><p>This property accepts credit cards.</p>
Also known as
The Highside Hotel
The Highside Tonteldoos
The Highside Hotel Tonteldoos
High Side Tavern Planters Lodge
Frequently asked questions
Does The Highside offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Highside does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Highside?
Yes, dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at The Highside?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Highside?
You can check in from 6 AM - midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Highside and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing.
Does The Highside have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
Does The Highside have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes cookware, a fridge and a microwave.
Reviews
9.2
Superb
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8.9/10
Cleanliness
9.7/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 April 2021
Wesley
Wesley, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 March 2019
Pieter
Pieter, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 January 2018
Isolated bikers retreat.
It's a long way down the dirt track to Tonteldoos, the bar is a bikers haven with a small collection of classic bikes. Location is really isolated and pretty, goats and peaches all around. House was far bigger than we needed and a kind of 1980s throwback, Eight of us rattled around in it. Host very friendly, highly recommended if you like this sort of thing. We were random tourists in a low clearance hire car, so the last 20 km was slow!
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 July 2017
Good, affordable fun!!
We were well received and the stay was most enjoyable. It is not The Ritz but it is comfortable and clean. The dam was a hit and we even managed to catch a few decent sized trout is less than good conditions. It was very cold and the firewood was enough to last us all weekend! thank you Peter, you are the perfect host and we wish we could spend more time with you at the pup! Next time! Thank you too for the kind assistance with our stuff that was left behind. We owe you one!!
Pierre
Pierre, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2017
Cornelius G
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 March 2017
A lovely break.
Lovely stay, owner and staff very hospitable. Accomodation is basic, but comfortable and clean. Will be back again. The area is lovely, Tondeldoos is a quaint little village. Dullstroon is 20 km away, on a sand road. The facility is pet friendly, we plan to return with our dogs.
Mary
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 August 2017
Just great!
Peter is the most friendly and down to earth host. An atmospheric bar, lots of farm animals around you and just a great spot to be. Just drive carefully with your sedan on the dirt road and no problem getting there.
We had a great time!