Westfield Farm

Westfield Farm D2078, 2116 Balgowan, South Africa
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Westfield Farm

Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
151 reviews

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Featuring a garden and views of lake, Westfield Farm is a guest house situated in a historic building in Balgowan, 6 km from Bosch Hoek Golf Club. This guest house offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside. At the guest house, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and oven. Some accommodation includes a terrace with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Balgowan, like cycling, fishing and hiking. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Midmar Dam is 27 km from Westfield Farm, while Karkloof Nature Reserve is 28 km away. Pietermaritzburg Airport is 53 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 large double beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.6

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • De
    South Africa South Africa
    “Location. The farm is beautiful. The price is very fair.”
  • Iris
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful gardens. peaceful. Relaxing enviroment. Mike is an excellent host. Many quiet spots to go sit and relax in. Pet friendly, our Chelsea enjoyed herself so much. she made friends with Mike's dogs. Close to the highway and popular...”
  • Jolanda
    South Africa South Africa
    “I enjoyed the tranquility. The accommodation was very comfortable.”
  • Kurt
    South Africa South Africa
    “location was great very peace full left early so did not have breakfast”
  • Jason
    South Africa South Africa
    “Mike is an amazing host and knowledgeable of the area with recommendations and things to do.”
  • Suzy
    South Africa South Africa
    “Cute cottage vibe, felt safe & homely Had everything we needed Close & convenient to everything”
  • Michell
    South Africa South Africa
    “The location was nice and it very quiet. It was nice that there was no TV and WIFI it really helps you disconnect.”
  • Glenn
    South Africa South Africa
    “Great space, had fun at the dam fishing, very relaxed atmosphere. Mike makes a plan for everything - just ask!!!!”
  • Mvelasir
    South Africa South Africa
    “My wife and I arrived at the property at night. It was raining and very cold. To our surprise, we were greeted by a heater, coffee and tea station and cherry on top- an electric blanket. Thanks Mike.”
  • Michelle
    Thailand Thailand
    “Spectacularly peaceful! Had the entire farm to ourselves. Bed was unbelievably comfortable and I am 7.5 months pregnant. Everything was easily accessible and we spent most of our time down at the dam fishing and sun tanning.”

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.

Managed by Michael

Company review score: 8.6Based on 147 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Michael is a Zimbabwean national originally based in Johannesburg. Michael has owned the farm since 2003 and has put a great deal of effort in transforming the farm into what it is today. Michael is a dog lover and a family man who enjoys the outdoors. He will go through a great deal of effort to ensure your stay is nothing but a pleasurable one.

Property information

The Westfield farm, which was established in 1870, offers a unique setting in the heart of the Midlands. Westfield farm caters for all who are looking for a peaceful place to stay– families with children, groups of friends, couples looking for a romantic getaway or travellers looking to rest their heads. Michael, the farm owner, stays in the main farm house, which was built in 1870. The farm boasts multiple accommodation options: - 4 x 1 double bed rooms each with an on-suite bathroom, bar fridge, hot showers and electricity. All cottages have access to a communal kitchen, lounge, dining room, fire places and outdoor fire pit. - 1 cottage with 2 double and 1 single bed rooms, 2 bathrooms, private kitchen, lounge and fire place. There is an abundance of bird life, free roaming buck and monkeys that frequent the farm as well as Hiking and mountain biking trails through the neighboring mountains.

Neighbourhood information

The property is situated 4km from the N3 highway. The stretch of dirt road that runs from the highway to the farm is in outstanding condition. The farm is in close proximity to Michael House Boys High School, Nottingham Road, Boschhoek and Gowrie Golf Clubs, Midlands Meander (Google it) and a handful of coffee shops and restaurants. There are are also numerous fishing dams in the area.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Westfield Farm

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Internet
No internet access available.

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

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area

    General

    • Non-smoking throughout

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Westfield Farm takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00
    Check-out
    From 06:00 to 11:00
    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.

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

    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

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    ZAR 0 per child, per night

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    FAQs about Westfield Farm

    • Westfield Farm is 2.8 miles from the centre of Balgowan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Room options at Westfield Farm include:

      • Double
      • Bungalow

    • Check-in at Westfield Farm is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Westfield Farm offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)