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About this property

Essential Facilities: Beacon Vlei Guest Farm in Balgowan offers water sports facilities, a beautiful garden, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a seamless arrival and departure. Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, terraces, and balconies. Additional amenities include a hot tub, fireplace, and outdoor seating area. Free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Located 32 mi from Pietermaritzburg Airport, the property is close to Bosch Hoek Golf Club (5 mi), Midmar Dam (14 mi), and Howick Falls (16 mi). Guests can enjoy fishing, canoeing, hiking, and cycling. Highly rated for its convenient location.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
Bedroom 4
2 twin beds
Bedroom 5
1 queen bed
Bedroom 6
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mathews
    South Africa South Africa
    the location, quaintness and the tranquility was amazing. the dirt road was in great condition despite the rains. lots of fireplaces made our stay very comfortable. Alex, the owner manager was very helpful
  • Bridget
    Ireland Ireland
    Repeat visitors. Previous experience was so good, we had to come again. Truly an exceptional place.
  • Susan
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved that we could take our dogs and they had a great time. Cottage was very comfortable and well equiped
  • Rupert
    South Africa South Africa
    What a stunning place, big and spacious, beautifull views! Very clean and comfortable and right on a beautiful big dam! Centrally located and easy to get to. Felt like we were living on our own farm. Will definitely go back!
  • Bonita
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful location. The property was big and had enough space to accommodate our big family for 3 nights. The electric blankets in some of the rooms helped keep everyone warm, we are not used to cold weather. We loved having a fire in the lounge...
  • Mario
    South Africa South Africa
    Old thatched cottage on the shore of a small lake, lots of charm and character.
  • Margaret
    South Africa South Africa
    Location was great for us as we were going to Michaelhouse. Breakfast - did not know that there was a breakfast option.
  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location to Michaelhouse School. Clean and tidy with comfortable beds and fully equipped kitchen. Lovely views over the lake, especially in the morning sun
  • Noqobo
    South Africa South Africa
    It was a wonderful stay and so close to the school which was a plus for me!
  • Rose
    South Africa South Africa
    Located on a beautiful farm with a dam. Lots of trees, birds and it was so peaceful and pretty.

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House rules

Beacon Vlei Guest farm takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.