Where to find us
Holly Cottage is situated at Ghyllwood Farm in Bishopstowe, within easy driving distance of Pietermaritzburg, schools, sporting facilities, wedding venues and everyday conveniences.
Please use the Google Maps link provided on the website. Some navigation apps may suggest unsuitable gravel shortcuts, so guests are encouraged to follow the recommended route. Detailed arrival instructions and the farm gate code are shared with guests after a booking has been confirmed.
Getting to Holly Cottage
Holly Cottage is situated at Ghyllwood Farm in Bishopstowe, with convenient access from the N3. Use one of the buttons below to open directions from your current location.
Recommended main-road approach
For the simplest approach, we recommend following the detailed directions below. Please avoid suggested shortcuts, gravel roads or minor back roads. If you are unsure about the route, contact Paula before setting off.
Ask Paula for directionsDirections from each direction
Travelling from Durban
- 1Travel along the N3 towards Pietermaritzburg and take the Ohrtmann Road off-ramp.
- 2At the traffic lights, turn right and cross over the freeway.
- 3Continue straight, passing Meadow Feeds and Albany on your right.
- 4At the second set of traffic lights, turn right into Manning Avenue. Macdonald Steel will be on your left.
- 5Continue along Manning Avenue until you reach the Shell garage.
- 6At the Shell garage, turn left into Old Wartburg Road.
- 7Travel along Old Wartburg Road for approximately 3 kilometres.
- 8After passing Beacon Hill, continue to the crossroads and turn right into Table Mountain Road.
- 9Travel along Table Mountain Road for approximately 1.8 kilometres.
- 10Ghyllwood Farm will be on your right-hand side, directly opposite the D408 road.
“Please follow these directions rather than any gravel shortcuts suggested by your navigation app.”
Travelling from Harrismith or Johannesburg
- 1Travel south along the N3 towards Pietermaritzburg and take the Chota Motala Road off-ramp.
- 2At the end of the off-ramp, turn left.
- 3At the first set of traffic lights, turn right into Willowton Road.
- 4Continue along Willowton Road until you reach Ohrtmann Road, near Meadow Feeds.
- 5At the stop street, turn left into Ohrtmann Road.
- 6Continue along Ohrtmann Road.
- 7At the second set of traffic lights, turn right into Manning Avenue. Macdonald Steel will be on your left.
- 8Continue along Manning Avenue until you reach the Shell garage.
- 9At the Shell garage, turn left into Old Wartburg Road.
- 10Travel along Old Wartburg Road for approximately 3 kilometres.
- 11After passing Beacon Hill, continue to the crossroads and turn right into Table Mountain Road.
- 12Travel along Table Mountain Road for approximately 1.8 kilometres.
- 13Ghyllwood Farm will be on your right-hand side, directly opposite the D408 road.
“Please follow these directions rather than any gravel shortcuts suggested by your navigation app.”
Travelling from Pietermaritzburg
- 1Join the N3 and take the Chota Motala Road off-ramp.
- 2At the end of the off-ramp, turn left.
- 3At the first set of traffic lights, turn right into Willowton Road.
- 4Continue along Willowton Road until you reach Ohrtmann Road, near Meadow Feeds.
- 5At the stop street, turn left into Ohrtmann Road.
- 6Continue along Ohrtmann Road.
- 7At the second set of traffic lights, turn right into Manning Avenue. Macdonald Steel will be on your left.
- 8Continue along Manning Avenue until you reach the Shell garage.
- 9At the Shell garage, turn left into Old Wartburg Road.
- 10Travel along Old Wartburg Road for approximately 3 kilometres.
- 11After passing Beacon Hill, continue to the crossroads and turn right into Table Mountain Road.
- 12Travel along Table Mountain Road for approximately 1.8 kilometres.
- 13Ghyllwood Farm will be on your right-hand side, directly opposite the D408 road.
“Please follow these directions rather than any gravel shortcuts suggested by your navigation app.”
Close to Pietermaritzburg and Midlands Schools
Holly Cottage at Ghyllwood Farm is a convenient place to stay for parents visiting children, attending school events, sports weekends, open days or school functions. Use the links below to see the current driving distance, estimated travel time and directions.
Central School
Pietermaritzburg
From Ghyllwood Farm
See Distance & DirectionsGoogle Maps will show the current driving distance and estimated travel time.
St John’s Diocesan School for Girls
77 New England Road, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg
From Ghyllwood Farm
See Distance & DirectionsGoogle Maps will show the current driving distance and estimated travel time.
Maritzburg College
51 College Road, Pietermaritzburg
From Ghyllwood Farm
See Distance & DirectionsGoogle Maps will show the current driving distance and estimated travel time.
Pietermaritzburg Girls’ High School
186 Alexandra Road, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg
From Ghyllwood Farm
See Distance & DirectionsGoogle Maps will show the current driving distance and estimated travel time.
St Anne’s Diocesan College
Hilton, KwaZulu-Natal (farther than the central Pietermaritzburg schools)
From Ghyllwood Farm
See Distance & DirectionsGoogle Maps will show the current driving distance and estimated travel time.
Distances and travel times shown by Google Maps are estimates and may change according to traffic, roadworks and the route selected.
How to reach Holly Cottage
Bishopstowe · 12 km from Pietermaritzburg City Hall · easy N3 access.
Paste into WhatsApp to share the exact location.
Holly Cottage at Ghyllwood Farm · Bishopstowe, Pietermaritzburg
Can't see the entrance?
The easiest way to identify our property is by looking for the Ghyllwood Farm entrance sign shown below.
Finding Holly Cottage
When travelling to Holly Cottage, please look out for the Ghyllwood Farm entrance sign on the right-hand side of the road.
This sign marks the entrance to the property. Simply turn into the driveway and continue to Holly Cottage.
If you have any difficulty locating us, please contact us and we will be happy to assist.
Look for this sign when you arrive.
Nearby Essentials & Local Information
Everything you need is within easy reach. Whether you're stocking up on groceries, shopping for clothing, enjoying a meal out or simply exploring the area, Holly Cottage is conveniently located near a variety of shopping centres, restaurants and essential services.
Shopping
Brookside Mall
A convenient neighbourhood shopping centre offering supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, restaurants, clothing stores and everyday essentials. Ideal for quick shopping trips during your stay.
- Supermarkets
- Pharmacy
- Restaurants & cafés
- Clothing stores
- Everyday essentials
Midlands Liberty Mall
One of Pietermaritzburg's largest shopping centres, offering a wide selection of fashion retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, banking facilities and entertainment. Perfect for a full shopping experience.
- Fashion retailers
- Supermarkets
- Restaurants & cafés
- Banking facilities
- Entertainment
Getting There
For the quickest route, simply search for "Brookside Mall Pietermaritzburg" or "Midlands Liberty Mall Pietermaritzburg" using Google Maps, Apple Maps or your preferred navigation app.
Useful Places Nearby
Petrol Stations
Easily accessible fuel stops nearby for quick refuelling before day trips.
Grocery Stores
Supermarkets and convenience stores for stocking the cottage kitchen.
Restaurants & Cafés
A variety of casual eateries, coffee shops and dining options to suit every taste.
Medical Services
Hospitals, clinics and medical practices available in Pietermaritzburg.
Pharmacies
Pharmacies in nearby shopping centres for prescriptions and health essentials.
Banking Facilities
Banks and ATMs located at major shopping centres for everyday banking needs.
Looking for Recommendations?
We're always happy to recommend local restaurants, shopping centres, attractions and places to visit during your stay. If there's anything you're looking for, simply ask and we'll be delighted to help.
Contact Paula