Gartmore Guest Farm

The most amazing little cottage on the banks of a river that runs through the farm. Very well though through, with great decor, all the facilities needed and just so peaceful and really amazing.

We could not find anything not to like......beautiful little cottage.

We had the most relaxing time. The farms dogs were so good with our dog, coming to visit frequently to see if she could play. We had the freedom to roam the farm, sit in our own garden, and disconnect. The fireplace was a real treat, being winter. The clean air, fresh mornings, and quiet... all a great escape from the city.

A true riverside cottage in the purest sense. Set on a beautiful working farm, right beside the river, with trees lining the riverbank, open plains and cows grazing just across from you. Step outside and you are immediately surrounded by the natural landscape, with incredible views in every direction and a fire pit overlooking it all. Peaceful, cosy and beautifully quiet, the kind of place where you can simply sit outside, switch off, clear your mind and take it all in. Absolutely stunning.

There really wasn’t much not to like. If I had to mention one thing, I only wish the farmhouse dogs came around and spent more time with us. They would have been great company and added even more charm to the farm experience.

The rondavel was well equipped with everything we needed and was very spacious. There was even electric blankets on the bed which was amazing in the cold weather

There wasn't much to see or do at the guest farm except for hiking trails

Location- it’s so beautiful and peaceful.

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The peace

The unit was exclusive & peaceful and had a great wood burning stove. Bronwyn was extremely accommodating and helpful

Would have preferred the unit to be serviced

Wonderful comfortable cottage with a beautiful garden. Fantastic for our 2 dogs while we rode the Karlkloof trails.

Gartmore Guest Farm is the kind of place that makes decision-making very difficult in a good way. We were in the area for sports events at Karkloof Country Club which, conveniently, is +-5km from the farm. It’s a beautiful area so going out for activities is a treat. But the cottage is so cosy that we could’ve stayed indoors by the fireplace all weekend. The shower is great and the kitchen is perfect for easy meals when you want an early night. A big bed is always a bonus and this one was very comfortable and warm too. It’s also really peaceful at night. The host is exceptional; so helpful and responsive! And there are really friendly dogs that became my running partners one day.

A perfect farm stay. A cosy farm cottage with all amenities needed for a weekend escape. The quiet of the countryside and having the farm animals surround the property was just wonderful.

Its in a nice and quiet setting with a great view of the rivet and farm. The River House is new, compact but very comfortable with all the require appliances for self catering. Everything worked well and the bed was very comfortable

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Location was great beautiful views, very cosy and comfy. The hosts was very kind and responsive

Great location, beautiful views, comfy beds & spacious cottage, we enjoyed the fire place and beautiful drive into the farm

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Excellent location close to Karkloof Country Club for Mtb riding & Trail running. Very peaceful with lovely gardens & scenic outlook. We'll equipped cottage & loved the fact that it is pet friendly.

Great location, a short drive on a good road out of Howick and you feel like you’re in the midlands. Very convenient check in and check out and nice simple room.

Nothing really, we had a great stay

Loved the huge trees and the enclosed little garden around the rondavel, perfect for a dog companion. Loved the outdoor fire basket.

We loved our walks around the farm and the beautiful surrounding scenery. it was so peaceful. Crane cottage also has a very traditional English cottage feel to it which makes cozy nights by the fire place truly ideal.

If you're looking for easy access to the Midlands shops and cafes it is a little bit of a drive to get to the.main road. It's not that long, but we would have liked to be a little closer to where most of the Midlands activities are.

Such a beautiful stay. A+ to the landscapers as well, they did a great job using the gardens to create privacy. The family lives nearby and they were helpful and welcoming. It's also an active farm, so there's an authentic country element to the stay. The room (Rondovel) was clean and well put together. Nearby there are walking trails and outdoor activities to do. You're about 20 mins out of town which makes you feel secluded but also near enough to run to town for groceries or restaurants. The country club is also 5-10 mins drive and they have mountain biking, food, and place to socialize.

Small issues- The kitchen isn't very large in the Rondovel and the hot plate is placed awkwardly. If you're planning on cooking the whole stay, I'd think about that. There also isn't a good place to mount the fan that reaches the bed. Google maps will take you the wrong way if you use directions. You want to drive along the main road until you hit the Gartmore driveway, don't leave the main road early like google says. There are also open windows and doors, so you will get the occasional bug in the hut. That's not an issue for me at all, but remember you are staying out in the country.

Lovely garden and scenery was stunning. Bungalow had everything we needed

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Very clean and quiet

Nowhere to store clothes

Peaceful setting. Comfortable large room and nice outdoor covered patio to relax in. Close proximity to the bird hides a bonus if a birder.

As we self catered, the kitchen surface area limited. After rains, the farm road to the cottage very muddy, 'greasy' surface in areas. (Put into 4x4 mode for a section after the rain)

Comfortable accommodation in the beautiful Karkloof area!

What a stunning, peaceful getaway! We loved the location, the beautiful gardens and the sounds of all the birds and nature around us & we really enjoyed having the two Karkloof conservation bird hides so close by. The hosts were so helpful too, great stay

Close to Karkloof Country Club Had everything we needed Decorated beautifully

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The place is beautiful and cozy

The shower is slippery

Very confortable cottage :)

Accommodation was very comfortable, fully functional & very tidy.

All was good for us.

Wow, was so peaceful, and beautiful❤️. We only stayed a night, but could easily have stayed another day.

Location

Dishwasher didn’t work properly

Warm cozy cottage with everything you need for a chilled weekend getaway

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Location and place was excellent

Pls try to keep more kitchen facilities like pot your pot doesn't accommodate every one pls try to buy new one

Beautiful scenery, right in the heart of working farms.

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Country cottage with everything you could need. Easy key collection, with beautiful bedrooms and lounge with a fire place, outside braai and fire pit. PET FRIENDLY!!!

not much not to like - maybe little bumpy country road to get to the cottage.

Friendly hosts. Provided with firewood which was greatly appreciated. Comfortable and cozy cottage with beautiful surrounding landscape. Peaceful.

WiFi

Peaceful environment next to Karkloof Conservancy

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The rondawel was very comfortable, clean and cosy It had everything The fireplace was a blessing

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The farm was very beautiful, peaceful, our rondoval was clean and had everything we needed, the garden view was also calming

I don't have anything that I didn't like at the farm

Nice scenery, helpful staff.

Parking was water logged, making the cottage challenging to access. Toaster was broken. No Cleaning equipment available.

The property was perfect for our needs, and the fact that it was pet-friendly made all the difference. Our furry friend was treated like part of the family, and we appreciated the thoughtful touches throughout. We loved being able to kayak and spend time outdoors - it was the perfect way to relax. The kindness and hospitality of the owners really made our experience special. We can't wait to come back!

Location was awesome for meandering and nearby good restaurants

No instructions on how to work stove and dishwasher

Mostly everything.

1.The shower had no door. The floor around the shower area got very wet and took ages to dry. It was slippery and quite dangerous. It was also cold without the door. The toilet also had no door on it. This was not very appropriate for myself and my partner. 2.The Kitchen was not well equipped. There were no dishes for the microwave.... Like glass bowls etc. There were also no dessert bowls or containers for left over food to be refrigerated.

it was a very comfortable stay, and all the fireplaces were fantastic, very spacious

there was not enough glasses for the amount of people the property could accommodate

Loved the area/farm, beautiful, just out of town, peaceful

Lovely little rondavel and super comfortable bed! Nice fenced garden, ideal when bringing your dogs. Pity about the rain while we were there!

It was great; wonderful stay; dog friendly; we arrived late and they were really helpful. It is a great place to stay;

Tranquility and peace at your door

I love the fact that it’s on a farm and is very quiet. I saw beautiful animals and I saw the national Blue Crane. Beautiful sightings. It was a raining week, however I was able to drive out even in a small car (Kia Rio 2019). I enjoyed my quiet time there. You won’t be disappointed if you’re looking for a quiet place but very intimate then this is the one. I’ll be back again soon for the lovely waterfalls.

They could have installed the pipe on a dryer day. But there’s nothing not to like especially if you enjoy the farm setting that’s very quiet and intimate. Other than that I loved the place.

Beautiful location, quiet, and private on a country road. Plenty of windows, seating, well equipped kitchen, comfortable bed, and plenty of hot water. Covered parking area. Responsive hosts.

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It was self catering so no breakfast was offered. The setting and private garden is lovely, the rondavel itself was a nice size and catered for all one's needs. Best shower ever!

The farm road to get there was a bit pot holed but really not an issue. It was a strange to deal with the host remotely via Whatsapp, I assume she lived next door. Maybe a brief introduction would have been a bit more friendly? But also not a huge problem.

The bungalow was newly renovated and had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. We went for lots of scenic walks, taking in the amazing views that we also enjoyed from the veranda.

Lovely garden and boma. Very comfortable bed.

Lovely setting despite the very wet weather. We enjoyed the peace.

Space was very much at a premium in the kitchen. A few extra shelves with a small working area may help.

The rondavel was very spacious and beautiful inside. The garden was my highlight.

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Beautifully decorated and set up for us. Loved that it was fenced in for the fur babies!

Friendly, flexible owner, Large size of the cottage, great location, Clean unit with great amenities

Loved the big trees and birdlife. The rondavel was tastefully decorated and the little enclosed garden was lovely for a fire and sundowner.

1-ply loo paper

The environment is really awesome, the beautiful drive way into the property and being around on a working farm was amazing.

The house has an old house charm to it, but we noticed a few issues such as the cracking cement floor in the kitchen.

Everything was great.

Would like a cupboard to hang close especially if the stay is longer than a weekend.

The location was beautiful, and very cozy.

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The rondavel was a delight to stay in. It was extremely clean, comfortable, cosy and had everything you would need for a stay. Being able to walk on the farm and enjoy the peace and serenity was bliss.