Granny Mouse Country House & Spa - Your Stay in Balgowan

Granny Mouse's air-conditioned rooms are individually decorated in a modern style. All come with a flat-screen satellite TV, minibar, and an en-suite bathroom with a double basin. Some rooms include a fireplace and window seats overlooking the river. Rooms are spacious, with electric blankets for cold nights and underfloor heating in the bathroom. Free soft drinks and still water are restocked daily in the minibar.

A buffet breakfast is served each morning, with fresh juices, baked croissants, and cheeses - though cappuccino costs extra. The Bistro offers bistro lunches and dinners on the pool terrace; the menu includes pizza, burgers, pasta, and steak. The bar stocks malt whiskies and cigars, and guests can order wine or champagne by the glass. Fine dining is available at The Eaves restaurant, which offers a degustation menu and wine pairing in the cellar.

The spa in the lush gardens has an outdoor pool, sauna, hot tub, and treatment rooms for massages and beauty therapies. Spa packages include hot-stone massages and facials. The property also offers a picnic area, sun terrace, and garden with river views. Nearby activities include hiking, fishing, and golf. Bicycle rental and cooking classes can be arranged.

Granny Mouse sits in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands at the foothills of the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg. Howick Falls is a 20-minute drive; the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg World Heritage Site is 1.5 hours away. Durban's King Shaka International Airport is 145 km from the hotel. The hotel runs an airport shuttle (surcharge) and offers free on-site parking. The property is close to the Midlands Meander route for craft shops and galleries.

The hotel provides free Wi-Fi throughout, daily housekeeping, laundry, and ironing services. A 24-hour front desk offers luggage storage and private check-in/check-out. Meeting rooms and fax/photocopying are available for business. Babysitting, board games, and kids' meals are offered for families. The property is wheelchair-accessible, with designated smoking areas and facilities for disabled guests. Safety features include CCTV, security alarms, and a safe deposit box.