Ironstone Cottage

Broederstroom Farm, Erasmuskloof Eastern Cape, 6280 Graaff-Reinet, South Africa
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Ironstone Cottage

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Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
153 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • 538 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Boasting a garden, private pool and mountain views, Ironstone Cottage is set in Graaff-Reinet. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 24 km from Valley of Desolation. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Urquhart House Museum is 11 km from the holiday home, while Anglo-Boer War Memorial is 11 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Graaff-Reinet

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marize
    South Africa South Africa
    “The view is epic. The place is lovely. I would be able to stay there for at least another week.”
  • Amm
    South Africa South Africa
    “It was a beautiful cottage in a beautiful place and just what we needed. The cottage is simple but had everything we needed and felt welcoming. Niles connected beforehand and made sure we felt welcome and knew exactly what we needed. We loved our...”
  • Swanepoel
    South Africa South Africa
    “Place was absolutely what we wanted and needed after a long road day, we could swim, take a walk, sit and appreciate the surroundings. Warm water, clean comfy bed, beautiful details. Very friendly dog.”
  • Bernard
    France France
    “We enjoyed everything, the cottage, the environment, the proximity with the nature and the birds singing, the tranquility, Niles courtesy, friendliness and discretion”
  • Jared
    South Africa South Africa
    “Attention to every detail. Beautiful view and such private facilities. Comfortable amenities, good linen and felt like a home away from home.”
  • Henk
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Heaven on earth… Situated in a serene, quiet location, that really feels remote. Food for the soul. I quickly found myself relaxing and forgetting about time on the hammock looking out over the valley. We had a braai in the evening, and all of the...”
  • Axel
    South Africa South Africa
    “Fantastic wild Karoo atmosphere, very quiet. Well-stocked bookshelf. Roaring fireplace for cold evenings.”
  • Kathy
    South Africa South Africa
    “The property was authentic and beautiful Ironstone cottage is an applicable name loved all the antique pieces and fireplace ! The views are spectacular”
  • Arne
    Taiwan Taiwan
    “We were a bit worried about the road to the property in our little rental, but it was fine. Really good vibes at this place.”
  • Marwick
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful place, very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed visit from the two friendly dogs. The service was great. Everything we needed was available there. Thank you for the great hospitality.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Niles

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Niles
Flanked by the Camdeboo National Park, and located 12.5 km from historic Graaff-Reinet, Ironstone Cottage sits within game conservancy on working cattle farm. The farm is fully solar. Newly restored, it is perched on a promontory overlooking the entrance of a magnificent dolomite valley, and is an ideal base for walking, photography, mountain biking, etc. Fully self catering, 2 double beds each with en suite bathroom, aircon, fireplace, barbecue facilities. Linen & towels provided. Firepit, and plunge pool. Having your own vehicle is essential. The road is regularly graded, but corrugations persist. We strongly advise a 4x4 or at least a high clearance vehicle, just for your own convenience. Please note that while many saloon/low slung vehicles visit, this is at your own risk, most especially if it rains when the road can become very boggy and occasionally impassable.
Restoring the farm and its historic buildings is an ongoing project with great reward in rehabilitating the veld, re-eastablishing the farmhouse gardens, farming cattle, reintroducing wildlife and all the while being part of a living, vibrant community in Graaff Reinet. It is with great enthusiasm that we offer guests from all over SA and many parts of the world to enjoy this peaceful escape. The cottage is self check in and we leave guests to enjoy their privacy, although we live on the farm and are available should you need us, or wish for guidance on farm trails etc
Broederstroom farm, where the cottage is located, is an historic, working cattle farm that is a member of a 70 000 ha conservancy and is flanked by National Park, private reserves and livestock farms. It is also part of the Cape Mountain Zebra Protected Environment. The farm is 12 km from Graaff-Reinet, the 4th oldest town in South Africa and one of the most beautiful. There is a strong Cape Dutch architectural influence and the wide streets are lined with jacaranda and flamboyant trees. There are charming restaurants, museums and cafes, antique shops, spas, a bookshop, deli, and other local businesses, as well as larger country-wide chains for clothing, grocery and equipment purchases, all of which are easy access for farm guests. A private vehicle is necessary for access to the farm, and ideally a 4x4. Having a mountain bike, running shoes or sturdy boots are also advisable, to better enjoy your experience on the property. Please come prepared for extremely hot days in summer and cold winter nights.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Ironstone Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

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

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

    Kitchen

    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area

    Room Amenities

    • Tile/marble floor

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoors

    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Terrace
    • Garden

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Plunge pool
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Pool cover

    Food & Drink

    • Tea/Coffee maker

    Activities

    • Hiking

    Outdoor & View

    • Mountain view
    • Pool view
    • View

    Building characteristics

    • Detached

    Entertainment and family services

    • Books, DVDs, or music for children

    Miscellaneous

    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Safety & security

    • CCTV outside property

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Ironstone Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 19:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Available 24 hours
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that a 4x4 or similar vehicle is highly recommended to access the property. There is a 9 km dirt road to access the property.

    Please inform Ironstone Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Ironstone Cottage

    • The prices at Ironstone Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Ironstone Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, Ironstone Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ironstone Cottage on this page.

    • Ironstone Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Swimming Pool

    • Ironstone Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Ironstone Cottage is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Ironstone Cottage is 4.3 miles from the centre of Graaff-Reinet. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ironstone Cottage on this page.