Countryside holidays have become all the rage and with our six exclusive travel offers this month, you’ll get the farm-style getaway you’ve been craving. Leave the city bustle behind and switch off at these idyllic countryside spots, where you’ll discover the secrets to a simple life…
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Wander in the woods at Glenogle Farm
Escape the city’s busyness and venture into the countryside, where natural surrounds reflect a western setting. Book a stay at Glenogle Farm, hidden deep in the mountainous terrain of Magoebaskloof, and experience a unique farm stay. You’ll have the option of checking into one of two luxury self-catering cottages – both are similarly stunning, but The Stables can accommodate a group of four, including children over the age of six.
Cost? From R1 950pn for four people in the self-catering Stables. Valid till 31 December 2019.
Claim your special offer
Quote ‘Woman&Home’ when making a reservation directly with Glenogle Farm to receive a 10% discount on your booking; valid till 30 November 2019. Standard T&C’s apply. To book, visit glenogle.co.za.
Learn the ropes at Flitwick Ranch
Lush grassland and glistening lakes are just some of the extraordinary natural features of the southern Drakensberg region. Nestled in this spectacularly scenic location is Flitwick Ranch, a working farm where an unforgettable country experience awaits fun-loving families. After some renovations, the farm’s old cheese factory was converted into five cosy en-suite units and communal areas including a kitchen and living room.
Cost? From R1 650pn for five guests in the Old Cheese Factory Room Four on a self-catering basis. Valid till 12 December 2019.
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Quote ‘Woman&Home’ when making a reservation directly with Flitwick Ranch to receive a 10% discount on your booking; valid till 31 August 2019. Standard T&C’s apply. To book, visit flitwickranch.com.
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Blooms abound at Laughing Waters Farm
Nestled in the Cape Overberg, Laughing Waters Farm is where you’ll feel at home, as the modest setting of this working fynbos farm near Stanford is tranquil and welcoming. The two-bedroom Laughing By The River cottage is an ideal spot for families and comes equipped with a queen-sized bed for parents, twin beds for the kids, and a rustic kitchenette.
Cost? From R1 500pn for four people in the self-catering Laughing By The River cottage. Valid till 31 August 2019.
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Quote ‘Woman&Home’ when making a reservation directly with Laughing Waters Farm to receive a 10%-15% discount on your booking; valid till 31 August 2019. Standard T&C’s apply. To book, visit laughingwatersfarm.co.za.
Romance is in the air at Roodepoort Farm
At the foot of tall sandstone cliffs in the Eastern Free State sits Roodepoort Farm. Just 15km from charming Clarens, it’s an ideal spot for couples seeking peace and quiet. The estate boasts six snugly furnished lodgings, but the super-cosy self-catering Lexi’s Quirky Cottage is perfect for a couple.
Cost? From R800pn for two people in Lexi’s Quirky Cottage. Valid till 31 December 2019.
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Claim your special offer
Quote ‘Woman&Home’ when making a reservation directly with Roodepoort Farm to receive a 15% discount on your booking; valid till 31 August 2019. Standard T&C’s apply. To book, visit roodepoortfarm.co.za.
Switch off in style at Vrisch Gewagt
The undisturbed silence at Vrisch Gewagt farm offers city dwellers a breath of fresh air. Surrounded by Karoo hills and succulent-scattered valleys, the farm welcomes travellers looking to relax and unwind, without giving up their creature comforts. Karoo Couples will cherish a few days spent in the Hannes Cottage, where cream-coloured walls are contrasted with turquoise accents. The unit’s windows offer scenic Karoo vistas, adorning every room with natural portraits to admire throughout the day.
Cost? From R3 335pn for two in the self-catering Hannes Cottage. Valid till 7 December 2019.
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Claim your special offer
Quote ‘Woman&Home’ when making a reservation directly with Vrisch Gewagt to receive a 10% discount on your booking; valid till 31 August 2019. Standard T&C’s apply. To book, visit vrischgewagt.co.za.
Unwind at Sneezewood Farm B&B
Delicious farm-style food and quaint living spaces are the order of the day on Sneezewood Farm. Take a trip with your partner to discover this pastoral gem on the KZN Battlefields route.
Cost? From R1 315pn for two in a B&B room with a queen-sized bed, including breakfast. Valid till 31 December 2019.
Claim your special offer
Quote ‘Woman&Home’ when making a reservation directly with Sneezewood Farm B&B to receive a 10% discount on your booking; valid till 31 August 2019. Standard T&C’s apply. To book, visit sneezewood.co.za.
By Features Writer Marike Watson
