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First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout

Family-friendly aparthotel with a full-service spa and a sauna

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Terrace/patio
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Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
CA $98
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026

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152 Hidcote Rd, Sub 7 of Farm Oatesdale, Mooirivier, KwaZulu-Natal, 4420
  • Place, Mooi River Country Club
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Fordoun Spa
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪33 min drive‬

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  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 646 sq ft
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  • Sleeps 6
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  • 1076 sq ft
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  • Sleeps 8
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  • 753 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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About the area

Mooirivier

Mooirivier is home to First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout. Mooi River Country Club and Fordoun Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wagendrift Dam and Rosetta park. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Mooi River Country Club - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Wagendrift Dam - 21 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Fordoun Spa - 27 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve - 27 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 33 min drive - 43.0 km

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Newscafe Umhlanga - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Rossetta hotel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬16 min drive

About this property

First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout

Family-friendly aparthotel with full-service spa and sauna
A full-service spa, a restaurant and a sauna are available at this aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, spa services, an arcade/games room and a garden are on-site. Each apartment boasts a fireplace and a deep soaking tub, while also offering a kitchen and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a fridge, and other amenities include a furnished balcony and a microwave.
First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout offers 58 accommodations with fireplaces and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the aparthotel's full-service spa, La Vita Spas. Services include manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Spa

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Frequently asked questions

Is First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout located?

Located in Mooirivier, this family-friendly aparthotel is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Mooi River Country Club, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Rosetta park and Wagendrift Dam. Fort Durnford Museum and St Matthews Church are also within 20 miles (32 km).

First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 61 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Communication

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jean

Disliked: Room comfort, communication

Poor condition of units

The place had a very bad smell and needed serious maintenance. The cleaners do their best with the dilapidated units.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

In need of maintenance

We have been coming to this property for years. It needs urgent maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable unit, will return again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nana

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Lovely stay

Loved my stay here during my solocation. Only issue we had was the power cuts ontop of loadshedding but i guess that was out of their control.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

EW

Liked: Room comfort, communication

Nice

Stayed only one night. The apartment was nice and comfy, but the heating was insufficient. The restaurant was shocking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness

Beyond the view, not great!

Disappointed to see the property looking worse and worse after every visit. Serious fly problem, roof leaking in 3 places in the unit, no backup power solution for constant power outages, room is in need of serious maintenance, property is looking rough around the edges. It seems the only good thing is the view. We won’t be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Y

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

midlands saddle and trout NO MORE

Very very bad. Unit was not clean. Units were all full of flies. Had a rat in our unit as well.

4/10 Poor

Zakiyya

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A disappointing holiday

An absolutely disappointing experience.. We came in early, our fault... We didn't realize check in was at 3.. At 3pm we were issued a key to a room that wasn't ready yet.. Went back to to reception and we were issued another chalet... There are no fans or air-conditioning units in the chalet.. The chalet was infested with flies.. Drove up to reception and was handed a can of doom... So, no air-conditioning or fan and we can't keep the windows or doors open cos the flies are a bother.. I counted 35 flies in the lounge and room... The kitchen had cobwebs, the blinds were taken off, probably broken.. I thought I'd use the spa bath to cool down. But when I switched on the jets fly lavae had filled my tub... The toilet had a constant leak.. After giving up and deciding I'm leaving early the next morning I decided to go to bed where I was greeted by a fishmoth good night... An absolutely disappointing waste of money... And on our way out we were told.. "see you next time" I very much doubt that, unless the resort has a major spring clean and upgrade
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Dagmar

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bäder schmutzig, Terrasse schmutzig, Toilettensitz lose, Möbel alt und benutzt, Herd schmutzig. Essen Auswahl sehr begrenzt ( Burger/ Pizza)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Sarika

Liked: Room comfort
Place is very relaxing however it is very run down and is in need of maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Carlos

I had to prove that my stay included breakfast. reception wanted to charge me for breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Kavir

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Worst experience ever

Have been to this resort many times over the years. Will never go back. Too many complaints to mention. We did make the manager aware. Evan paid for breakfast but didnt eat on the 2nd day
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Shocking! Dirty, unmaintained. The only good thing is the refund we are getting from leaving early.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Pieter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A great holiday destination

A massive upgrade since the last time i was there. Reception is great and the staff are friendly. The chalets are perfectly furnished, clean and equipped with everything you need. The only downside was the restaurant, as it closes at 18h00 and the menu did not have alot of options for dinner. It also only opened at 08h00 so breakfast was a no go. Nevertheless, my Burger were still great and my breakfast pack also good. I was on a business trip so i did not have alot of time to explore further but believe that there oe alot to do. Definitely a go as a holoday destination.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sthulile

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect

Everything was perfect, great location. The rooms had everything you will need,even though weather was gloomy we stayed indoors mostly couldn’t use the pool but overall stay was perfect. Nice views as well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

GREAT RELAXING WEEKEND

Stay was amazing... Place was super clean... Sanitizers provided... Friendsly staff.... Great getaway :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Rashnand

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The Stay was amazing , only thing i suggest is that you guys change the firewood as it does not burn.Other guest also had the same issue
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Idyllic stay marred by electrical fault

A lovely stay in most regards. Gorgeous view, well stocked and clean cottage... BUT a major issue with the electricityenat that both myself and my wife were shocked in the bath and shower whenever we touched the plumbing. It was really frightening and did not seem to be taken too seriously when reporting the incident the following day on checking out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Imraan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Amazing getaway

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We had a beautiful stay . Love the serenity and clear air . Love that there's a jacuzzi in the chalet . Amazing .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Tops Too good More than what we bargained for .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abdur Rahmaan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Vote of Excellence

Place was scenic and beautiful. Rooms was exceptionally clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed H

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Awesome weekend away at Saddle & Trout!

We had a truly excellent stay at Saddle & Trout. The estate was so quiet and peaceful that it gave us the opportunity to really rest and recover. General maintenance was good but could be improved. It must be noted that these are COVID times so we have to cut the resort some slack as they are dealing with a wide range of issues. We were not bothered with flies as the other reviews suggest. This could be due the location of our cottage and the time we travelled (early spring). I would definitely return and recommend this place to freinds and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
staff were friendly and very helpful ,Horse ride was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

RICKSHANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a enjoyable stay. Will be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019