Smoking friendly vacation rentals in Makhanda

Lovely, furnished, secure house

If you are looking for a fully furnished, functional and affordable place to stay while visiting little town Makhanda for a few days, this lovely haven tucked away in a cool and safe area of town called Sunnyside is your perfect fit. It’s a two-bedroom house. If you book to stay here, you’ll be staying in the bedroom downstairs with an en suite bathroom. I am the owner of this property – an academic working at Rhodes Uni, which is 10 minutes' walk away. I’ve been living here for 3 years

Stoneyvale Cottage 1, Fort Governor's Estate

Our cottages are located within the 12,000ha Fort Governor's Estate just outside Grahamstown. With fantastic views out to the reserve from the privacy of your own deck, you can enjoy a romantic retreat or a relaxed getaway with a group of friends. So sit back, cool off in the pool, dig your toes into the sea sand of our boma, pour a drink and relax around a roaring fire. PLEASE NOTE : Access to all our lodges is via a farm dirt road. We are a working farm so road conditions are variable.

Stoneyvale Cottage 2, Fort Governor's Estate

Our cottages are located within the 12,000ha Fort Governor's Estate just outside Grahamstown. With fantastic views out to the reserve from the privacy of your own deck, you can enjoy a romantic retreat or a relaxed getaway with a group of friends. So sit back, cool off in the pool, dig your toes into the sea sand of our boma, pour a drink and relax around a roaring fire. PLEASE NOTE : Access to all our lodges is via a farm dirt road. We are a working farm so road conditions are variable

Riverview Lodge & bathtub |Terrasse & river view

Wake up to the Great Fish River at Trumpetters Drift. This private Riverview room opens onto a furnished terrace and includes an en-suite bathroom, A/C and fast Wi-Fi. Guests share a kitchen, a lounge with billiards and a sunlit pool when the farmhouse isn’t booked exclusively. Peaceful reserve with no Big Five—safe to walk, perfect for birding and bush sunsets. Optional breakfasts and guided nature outings. Simple, warm, close to nature: slow down and reconnect.

Grahamstown Views Annex

The apartment is located in a serene and one of the most secure neighbourhoods in Makhanda/Grahamstown. The property is just about 10 minutes drive away from the city centre/Rhodes University, Graeme College, Kingwood College and St Andrews College. This secure, clean and private accommodation will meet the accommodation requirements of couples visiting their children in any of the schools and business travelers. There is an uninterrupted(solar power) power supply.

Uniondale Lodge, Fort Governor's Estate

Uniondale Lodge is situated in the 10,000HA Fort Governor's Estate game reserve just outside Grahamstown. The Lodge has been recently re-vamped and provides all the home-away-from-home comforts that you need. It is the ideal getaway for a group of friends or families looking to relax, unwind and spend time in nature. PLEASE NOTE : Access to all our lodges is via a farm dirt road. We are a working farm so road conditions are variable.

Lakeside basic self-catering unit on farm

Basic self-catering unit on farm about 10km from Grahamstown. Bedroom (sleeps 2-4) with bathroom (gas shower), equipped kitchenette (2 plate gas cooker top, small fridge), living area with 2 beds, small stoep with braaiplace. Limited solar power and gas. No extra appliances. Unit in electric fenced area close to occupied farmhouse. Bedding but no towels. Walking, birding, rockclimbing, streams, fynbos, forest...

CRAIG DOONE FARM s/c units + rooms

Craig Doone farm is 10km from Grahamstown/Makhanda about 800m off the N2 to Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha. Basic self-catering accommodation in farm outbuildings converted into accommodation for individuals and groups - families, students, sports teams, contractors etc. 2 x larger s/c units + 4 x smaller s/c units. Green Shed for groups of 34-40 people. Convenient overnight between Cape Town and KZN.

THE DOVECOTE - Garden Apartment

HENRY THE EIGHTEENTH ACCOMMODATION offers four self catering units. Owl Cottage is a well equipped and comfortable garden studio apartment. It is set in a large garden, full of bird life. Situated in the leafy Oatlands Area, 1 Km from the centre of town, guests are assured of privacy, peace and convenience. An inverter supplies electricity during load shedding.

Makhanda Gardens

Your peaceful hideaway just 1.6km from the city centre, Pepper Grove Mall, Rhodes University, and schools, Kingswood, Graeme, and St Andrew’s College. Surrounded by trees and birdlife, perfect for work, study, or rest. Includes backup water and a portable power station for your peace of mind

Symphony Bed & Breakfast

Elton & Crystal Williams welcome people from all backgrounds to Symphony B&B. Comfortable accommodation set in the cultural little Grahamstown. Our homely establishment offers you all you need for a memorable stay. Rates are breakfast inclusive and parking is off street.

15 St Aidans

Charming home in peaceful West Hill - Grahamstown Makhanda. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and ample parking space in secure enclosed yard. Your family or group will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home away from home.