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Set in the Drakensberg Mountains, Ardmore Guest Farm is located in the Champagne valley, 16 mi south of Winterton. This cozy farm style accommodations offers an outdoor pool and a tea garden. All units are en suite with tea-and-coffee making facilities, refrigerator and a log fireplace. The larger units have four-poster beds with a spacious lounge and covered verandas. The bathroom are fitted with a spa bath. Ardmore Guest Farm has a small gym, a children's area with jungle gym and trampoline, a gift shop and a large dam for bass fishing, hills for walking and bird watching. There is a Community Bead shop, a Museum showcasing the start of Ardmore Ceramic Art and an Art Gallery with the Steve Bull collection. Free WiFi is available in the main guest house. An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including river rafting, quad biking, horse riding and golfing. Experience tranquility and rejuvenation at Ardmore Spa, our serene onsite retreat nestled in the heart of the Central Drakensberg. Offering a variety of soothing treatments and therapies, our spa is the perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring the stunning natural surroundings. Let our skilled therapists help you relax, recharge, and indulge in the ultimate wellness experience. Whether you're seeking a pampering massage, a revitalizing facial, or a peaceful escape, Ardmore Spa promises a journey of pure relaxation and renewal.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
2 queen beds
1 queen bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
7.4

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marius
    South Africa South Africa
    Good location with access to a lot of great things to do. Amazing views of the Berg. Very friendly and attentive staff. Dinners were good, especially the South African meal option.
  • Cedric
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful establishment with tranquil views of the mountains.
  • James
    United States of America United States of America
    Lovely farm stay with nice layout, features, staff and views!
  • Lee
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were very kind and helpful. Getting to see all of the horses and have a pony ride was a real highlight for the kids.
  • Mihail
    Finland Finland
    We were welcomed by an extremely friendly and helpful staff (Ross), who most certainly went an extra mile for us. The guest farm has a nice authentic feel, where one is also able to pet all the animals.
  • Sergei
    Russia Russia
    Very nice and beautiful farm with cozy accommodations, it has everything you may need. Great host, very good breakfast. They also serve dinner and breakfast with their own butter and bread which are dizzyingly. Easy to find and reach
  • Aya
    Palestinian Territory Palestinian Territory
    The place is iconic, I enjoyed my stay very much though there should be more options for breakfast.
  • Pamela
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful location, so many cute animals, loved the dogs Butterfly and Coby hanging out with us like we family. Food choices are fantastic!! Free WIFI 😎 The views of the mountains and the staff are all so friendly, Pam's Library lol 😊 I was there...
  • Rosan
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Love the place. Absolute tranquility, perfect place to wind down and relax!
  • Peter
    South Africa South Africa
    Such a wonderful place for a family: the farm grounds are beautiful and happy. There is a strong sense of welcome towards children which is uncommon. The location in the central berg is perfect, whether you want to explore, or just enjoy the...

Managed by Owned by the Ross family, Managed by Danie Smit and his team.

Company review score: 9.6Based on 685 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The Ross Family are owner managers of Ardmore Guest Farm and are assisted by an enthusiastic young team of seasoned Professional Hospitality Managers. A very strong ethos of community engagement and human development, coupled with active drives towards Eco-sustainability and organic production of produce is reflective in the lifestyle of the residents on the Farm.

Property info

Ardmore was originally a farm founded in the early 1900s. The 3 highest Peaks in South Africa tower over the farm giving guests spectacular views. Ardmore Guest Farm provides a relaxed farm environment with formal accommodations in a superb mountain setting. We are surrounded by fields and forests with rolling hills and streams on the property. The guest house offers full three-course dinners and delicious breakfasts. There is a tea garden for casual snacks and lunch during the day. There are 2 swimming pools, a trampoline, a jungle gym, and lots of space for the kids. There are sheep, horses, goats, and ducks and we have a large chicken run to make your fresh eggs for breakfast. We have recently added Inverters to all our units, this means the lights are always on. This is true for the main restaurant as well. Please also note our 3.2km gravel road.

Neighborhood info

The property is set in beautiful foothills and nearby woodland, and looks onto the Drakensberg World Heritage site. This can be easily accessed and the surrounding area called the Champagne Valley is also a popular tourist destination with many activity hubs. There are many activities in the area such as walks in the Drakensberg mountains, hot air ballooning, helicopter flips, canopy tours, quad biking, bird show, reptile centre, an adventure centre, scootours, 18 hole championship golf course plus many other attractions and local arts and crafts.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Ardmore Guest Farm
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Badminton equipment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Fireplace
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome

Spa

  • Kids' pool
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Zulu

House rules
Ardmore Guest Farm takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 1 is required on arrival. That's about $0. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 495 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 495 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash is not accepted
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Ardmore Guest Farm of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of ZAR 1 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Ardmore Guest Farm

  • Check-in at Ardmore Guest Farm is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Ardmore Guest Farm is 1.7 miles from the center of Champagne Valley. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Ardmore Guest Farm has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Room options at Ardmore Guest Farm include:

    • Chalet
    • Suite
    • Studio
    • Bungalow
    • Family
  • Ardmore Guest Farm offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Neck massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Bicycle rental
    • Hand massage
    • Happy hour
    • Badminton equipment
    • Walking tours
    • Couples' massage
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Bike tours
    • Entertainment staff
    • Horseback riding
    • Foot massage
    • Foot bath
    • Full-body massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Head massage
    • Back massage
  • The prices at Ardmore Guest Farm may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Ardmore Guest Farm can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • American
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go
  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ardmore Guest Farm on this page.