Title: Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6063010&destination=Barberton%2C+Mpumalanga%2C+South+Africa&selected=33683354&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) ## Photo gallery for Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) ![Property grounds - Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) (Barberton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33690000/33683400/33683354/78289065.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) (Barberton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33690000/33683400/33683354/57eabf4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bathroom - Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) (Barberton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33690000/33683400/33683354/e5c08de4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom - Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) (Barberton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33690000/33683400/33683354/887af64b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) (Barberton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33690000/33683400/33683354/83e8afb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Fountain Baths, nestled in Barberton, offers a tranquil retreat at the foot of the Makhonjwa Mountain Range. With home-cooked meals available and a garden extending to the mountain's base, this historic bathhouse turned accommodation invites you to unwind with Vervet monkeys as your guests or take a dip in its oldest pool. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) Nestled at the foot of the Makhonjwa Mountain Range in the quaint mining town of Barberton. Built in 1884 as the bathhouse for gold diggers in the area. You can relax in our garden that extends to the very foot of the mountain or take a dip in the oldest pool in the Old Transvaal. Vervet monkeys, bush babies and Baboon are frequent visitors to the garden. Bird lovers have spotted Narina Trogon, Emerald Cuckoo and Knysna Turaco from their verandas. We have classic accommodation comprising of self catering or non self catering units, each with their own entrance into the garden or pool area. Each unit also has its own bathroom. Home cooked meals are available with prior arrangement or you can enjoy our favourite meal the South African Braai. Fountain Baths revives the senses as a welcome retreat for travellers exploring this history rich part of Southern Africa. Fountain Baths is perfectly situated within walking distance from town. For Travellers interested in history, Barberton Museum, Dusty Tracks Private mining museum is a stones throw away from Fountain Baths. Barberton also have a interesting Heritage Walk that can be done guided or self guided. To take a further step back in time, tours to the old Mining ghost town of Eureka city and Msauli Village, can be organised. Off road adventures, gold panning and mining tours can be made. In 2018 Barberton s GeoTrail received World heritage status as the oldest rock formations in the world occurs here. The GeoTrail can be a self drive or guided tour with the most magnificent scenery and excellent signage explaining the geology of the area. Distance from Barberton to Kruger National Park, Malelane Gate is 79.6km Distance from Barberton to Kaapse Hoop is 49.1km Distance to Swaziland, Josefsdal Borderpost is 42km Distance to Badplaas is 74.9km Distance to Nelspruit (Mbombela) is 47km ## Property amenities ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114570000/114569700/114569642/c17a6b6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mumo Lodge eManzana - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 4.8 3 reviews £29 includes taxes & fees 7 Apr - 8 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=114569642&PinnedHotelID=114569642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102130000/102123700/102123646/c0baf019.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Calla Lily Boutique Guesthouse Mbombela - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=102123646&PinnedHotelID=102123646&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible, Smoking | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/128000000/127370000/127360200/127360180/5a17858a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Free Standing House in the Middle of Nature Mbombela - Pool - Pet-friendly £188 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=127360180&PinnedHotelID=127360180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/128000000/127390000/127384900/127384821/7be37b8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Free Standing House in the middle of nature Mpumalanga - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Microwave £208 includes taxes & fees 27 Mar - 28 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=127384821&PinnedHotelID=127384821&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=33683354&PinnedHotelID=33683354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=33683354,114569642,102123646,127360180,127384821) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Fountain Baths Guest Cottages House Barberton Fountain Baths Guest Cottages House Fountain Baths Guest Cottages Barberton Fountain Baths Cottages House Fountain Baths Guest Cottages Fountain Baths Cottages Unit 7 Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) Barberton Fountain Baths Guest Cottages (unit 7) Private vacation home ## About the area Barberton is home to this holiday home. Barberton Museum and Stopforth House Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Stimela Crossing. 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