The Old Mushroom Farm

Property class: 3
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Howick B&B

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Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Comfort Apartment, Kitchen | Garden view
Private kitchen
Comfort Apartment, Kitchen
Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Garden View | Private kitchen

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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11 Karkloof Rd, Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, 3290
  • Place, Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Karkloof Farmer's Market
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Howick Public Falls
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Comfort Apartment, Kitchen

  • Garden view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Howick

In Howick .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this B&B, you'll find Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve and Karkloof Farmer's Market. Howick Museum and Howick Public Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Karkloof Farmer's Market - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Howick Museum - 13 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Howick Public Falls - 14 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Howick Golf Club - 16 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Horse Shoe Bend - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Farmers Daughter - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Treatery At Yard 41 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Old Mushroom Farm

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Howick B&B
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at The Old Mushroom Farm . Self parking is free.

This 3-star Howick bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Old Mushroom Farm offers 15 accommodations with fireplaces and portable fans. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Accommodations at this 3-star bed & breakfast have kitchens with coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Oven

More

  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Old Mushroom Farm to the airport?

The Old Mushroom Farm is 25.6 mi (45-min drive) away from the Pietermaritzburg (PZB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Mushroom Farm ?

As of Apr 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Mushroom Farm on May 26, 2026 start from $100, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Old Mushroom Farm have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Old Mushroom Farm .

Does The Old Mushroom Farm offer free breakfast?

The Old Mushroom Farm offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Old Mushroom Farm ?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Golden Horse Casino (28-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Old Mushroom Farm ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Old Mushroom Farm ?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Old Mushroom Farm have a pool?

The Old Mushroom Farm does not have a pool.

Does The Old Mushroom Farm have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Old Mushroom Farm to downtown Howick?

The Old Mushroom Farm is 4 mi away from Howick.

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