COUNTRY COTTAGES

Welcome to
C'est La Vie

Set in the beautiful KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, in the Old Balgowan area, you'll find two freestanding, beautifully-appointed cottages, with unbeatable views. Run by husband and wife duo, Rob and Judy, C'est La Vie offers guests a true sense of space, peace and security, along with warm, country hospitality. A home away from home! Our charming, fully-equipped, self-catering cottages are conveniently close to Michaelhouse, the KZN Midlands Meander, and only 5km from the N3 highway. We welcome you to experience our little slice of Midlands heaven.

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IDEAL LOCATION

Close to popular restaurants, golf courses, family activities and Midlands wedding venues.

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FULLY EQUIPPED

The cottages are beautifully decorated and kitted out with everything you need.

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IDYLLIC VIEWS

The private verandahs offer stunning views over the valley and a sense of tranquility.

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SAFE & ACCESSIBLE

Guests have private, safe parking and our cottages are fully wheelchair accessible.

ACCOMMODATION

Self-Catering Cottages

C'est La Vie offers two recently built, freestanding cottages that look over a winding stream, allowing guests to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the countryside. The cottages have two bedrooms with a central living, dining and kitchen area, and a private verandah with magnificent views over the valley. Both cottages have smart TVs with DSTV and Netflix. Fireplaces in both cottages provide warmth for those cold wintery nights and firewood is provided. All beds have electric blankets. The kitchens are fully equipped with electric stoves, fridges, microwaves, along with most essential kitchen items. Weber braais are provided for those wishing to braai, however guests are requested to please bring their own charcoal. Electricity is provided by Eskom, however the cottages are equipped with emergency lighting and cooking facilities. The top cottage also has solar backup power.

Cottage 1

MAX. 5 GUESTS

Cottage 1 has two bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. The bedrooms are both king size, and two single beds can be arranged in place of a king bed. Both bathrooms have showers and the main bathroom has a freestanding bath tub. A sleeper couch is available in the living area.

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2 BEDROOMS

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EN-SUITE BATHROOMS

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SLEEPER COUCH

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FULLY-EQUIPPED KITCHEN

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SMART TV

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FIREPLACE

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VERANDAH

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Cottage 2

MAX. 4 GUESTS

Cottage 2 has two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed, and the other with two single beds on the upper mezzanine level, with its own toilet and hand basin. There is a shared bathroom downstairs, with a shower, toilet and hand basin.

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2 BEDROOMS

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2 BATHROOMS

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MEZZANINE

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FULLY-EQUIPPED KITCHEN

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SMART TV

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FIREPLACE

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VERANDAH

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Get In Touch

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    OUR SURROUNDINGS

    The Midlands Experience

    C'est La Vie is in an ideal location; close enough to all that the Midlands has to offer, without losing the serenity of the countryside. We are lucky to be located in a forest area, where our guests can enjoy the hiking trails on the adjoining property, as well as a beautiful waterfall that provides the perfect spot for picnicking.

    REVIEWS

    What Our Guests Have To Say