Swinburne Accommodation
Riverview Country Inn
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Swinburne
Northern & Eastern Free State
Situated in the village of Swinburne, just 1 km of the N3 highway. This is the ideal spot to overnight or spend a few days discovering the back roads of the Drakensberg Highlands.
MacFarlanes Country Retreat
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Harrismith
17km from Swinburne
MacFarlanes' picturesque setting on the bank of a large lake offers self catering accommodation for up to 12 guests. Warm hospitality and a beautiful countryside await our guests and their pets.
Dumbe No. 1
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Oliviershoek Pass
32km from Swinburne
The living and dining area leading out onto the sundeck offers breathtaking views on the whole valley. The kitchen is fully equipped with cutlery and crockery with a scullery, gas stove and gas fridge. The bath room is equipped with a gas geyser. ...
Dumbe No. 2, 3, 4 and 5
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Oliviershoek Pass
32km from Swinburne
Dumbe- where the Voortrekkers entered Natal on their trek to the Drakensberg - an escarpment of history. This stone and thatch 2-sleeper lodge offers accommodation with breathtaking views of times gone by. (One double bed.) Eskom Power is provided...
Seletwane Drakensberg Getaway
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Oliviershoek Pass
33km from Swinburne
Accommodation is in two comfortable rooms in the cabin which is environmentally friendly. Power and hot water are derived from a solar generating system and cooking is on clean gas stoves. There are lovely outside lapa's for braai's, one at the ...
Little Switzerland
Holiday Resort Accommodation in Little Switzerland
35km from Swinburne
Little Switzerland really is something special, from the beautifully manicured grounds, to the main building with authentic thatched roofing and local wood framings and furnishings, each with stories of their own.
Ingwe Cabin
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Little Switzerland
38km from Swinburne
Only one self catering cabin high up in the mountains on an easy 4x4 track. You are assured privacy in an unspoiled part of the berg. Indigenous forests, cape vulture nesting site, fly fishing, crystal clear streams, rock pools, unsurpassed views
Tower of Pizza
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Mont-aux-Sources
42km from Swinburne
All the cottages are individual standing units with en-suite bathrooms. Two thatched cottages with shower and one bedroom (one double bed and two singles) - maximum 4 guests. Two thatched cottages with shower and one bedroom (one double bed and ...
Sungubala Eco Camp
Game Reserve And Bush Lodge Accommodation in Mont-aux-Sources
44km from Swinburne
Sungubala is a Mountain Lodge situated in the Northern Drakensberg of KwaZulu-Natal. This unique Lodge of 3 self catering cottages and a Bush Camp, is situated on 500ha of pristine wilderness.
Dalmore Guest Farm B&B
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Bergville
44km from Swinburne
Dalmore Guest Farm is an intimate family friendly destination offering beautifully decorated en suite B&B and self catering accommodation. Separate from all the accommodation.
Cavern Drakensberg Resort & Spa
Holiday Resort Accommodation in Mont-aux-Sources
45km from Swinburne
The Cavern is set in a secluded valley beneath the massive sandstone cliffs of the Northern Drakensberg. The thatch accommodation and facilities blend beautifully with the natural surroundings of the area. The Cavern is home to numerous Bushman paintings,
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Swinburne, a stones throw from the Free State / KwaZulu-Natal border © PixelPirates![]()
Van Rensburg's Kop as seen from the N2 at Swinburne near Harrismith
Swinburne
Perched on the edge of the Drakensberg escarpment, the hamlet of Swinburne is the last (or first), town in the Free State before you enter (or leave) KwaZulu-Natal. Conveniently situated just off the N3, the national road linking Durban and Gauteng, Swinburne lies 20 kilometres east of Harrismith towards the seaside town of Durban 2.5 hours away.
This is magnificent mountain country offering the usual mountain pursuits of rambles, hikes and rock climbing or scenic drives to view bushman paintings in secluded caves. All this is set against the magnificent backdrop that is Van Rensburg's Kop.
Swinburne's proximity to Harrismith allows visitors to take advantage of all the amenities and activities available here, including access to the 18 hole golf course which is the third oldest course in the country.
The Sterkfontein Dam, a short drive from Swinburne, offers a variety of water sports and excellent fishing opportunities, while The Spioenkop Dam and Nature Reserve offer nature lovers the chance to view Rhino, Giraffe and numerous species of Buck in their natural surroundings.
With the historic town of Ladysmith situated less than an hours drive away, Swinburne travellers can relive history by visiting the battle sites which abound on The Natal Battlefields Route.
