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Darosan Guesthouse
Darosan Guesthouse offers luxury accommodation in the charming town of Newcastle in KZN. The guest house offers a comfortable base to explore the town's historical attractions or a stopover for guests passing through the town. Accommodation comprises 8 individually decorated rooms, which can accommodate 2 to 4 persons. All child-friendly units feature an en-suite shower bathroom and contain air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite/streaming apps, free Wi-Fi, a desk, a bar fridge, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. A hearty breakfast can be arranged at an extra cost per person, along with other meals at various prices for corporate travellers. The property boasts a swimming pool to take a refreshing dip in on hot days, a lapa area with BBQ/braai facilities, a quaint garden, and free secure parking. Darosan Guesthouse is approximately 6 km from Newcastle Golf Club, 31 km from Chelmsford Nature Reserve, and 49 km from Majuba Hill Battle Site.
Area Info
Newcastle was originally known as Post Halt Two, a stop on the journey from Port Natal-Durban and the then Transvaal. While today's major road, the N3, between the two provinces no longer runs through Newcastle, the town is worth a visit for the battle sites just outside of town, which include Laing's Nek, Majuba, which also offers braai and picnic facilities, and Schuinshoogte.
There are a number of monuments and memorials in Newcastle, including Hilldrop House, once the dwelling place of author Rider Haggard, whose books included King Solomon's Mines, She and Jess, said to be based on his time at Hilldrop House; and O'Neil's Cottage, used as a makeshift hospital during the war, including a number of grave sites.
Chelmsford Nature Reserve, with a wonderful variety of fishing, wild game, and birding opportunities, as well as water sports on the dam, is just outside Newcastle. The Carnegie Art Gallery in town displays some wonderful examples of African art, and you can arrange a tour through your choice of chemical rubber plant, pottery, or textile factory with the Newcastle Publicity Association.
Units and Rooms
Family Room
Guests: 3
This triple family room has 1 queen-size bed, a 3-quarter bed, and an en-suite shower. This air-conditioned unit offers pool views and contains a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, free Wi-Fi, a desk, a bar fridge, and tea and coffee facilities.
Superior Queen Room with Balcony
Guests: 2
This air-conditioned room has a queen-size bed and an en-suite shower. This unit contains a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, free Wi-Fi, a desk, a bar fridge, tea/coffee, and a balcony/terrace with pool and garden views.
Family Room with Balcony
Guests: 3
This air-conditioned family room boasts a private balcony and contains 1 queen-size bed, a 3-quarter bed, and an en-suite shower. This unit has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, free Wi-Fi, a desk, a bar fridge, and tea/coffee facilities.
Quadruple Superior Room
Guests: 4
This 4-sleeper air-conditioned quadruple room has 2 queen-size beds and an en-suite shower. This unit offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, free Wi-Fi, a desk, a bar fridge, tea/coffee, and garden views.
