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Fairacres Farm
Oribi Flats
4240
KwaZulu-Natal
021 344 2440
14:00-18:00
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Beechwood Cottage
Beechwood Cottage
Beechwood Cottage
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Accommodation comprises a queen-size bed in the main bedroom, two single beds in the second bedroom with 2 sleeper couches in the lounge suitable for children under 12yrs. Each bedroom has its own bathroom.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a toaster, kettle, a microwave, fridge, stove and a washing machine.
The roofed patio covers an informal eating and living area. A wonderful place to escape to and unwind.
Oribi Gorge area has a lot to offer. Beechwood Cottage is situated within 2 km from the Oribi Gorge which is famous for its view sites and the Wild Five for the adventurous with the Gorge Swing being one of its popular activities. Lake Eland Game Reserve, where you can view a large variety of plains game and experience the longest Zip Line in Africa, is only 17km away.
Accommodation comprises a queen-size bed in the main bedroom, two single beds in the second bedroom with 2 sleeper couches in the lounge suitable for children under 12yrs. Each bedroom has its own bathroom.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a toaster, kettle, a microwave, fridge, stove and a washing machine.
The roofed patio covers an informal eating and living area. A wonderful place to escape to and unwind.
Oribi Gorge area has a lot to offer. Beechwood Cottage is situated within 2 km from the Oribi Gorge which is famous for its view sites and the Wild Five for the adventurous with the Gorge Swing being one of its popular activities. Lake Eland Game Reserve, where you can view a large variety of plains game and experience the longest Zip Line in Africa, is only 17km away.
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80 guests' feedbackThe accommodation is perfect for a peaceful break away from all the daily grind.
We really enjoyed the lovely little house/cottage on the farm that offers everything you need. It's quiet and peaceful, situated just outside Oribi Gorge National Park and Lake Eland Game Reserve - a must to visit! The cottage itself is lovely, with complimentary wood, milk, a well-equipped kitchen, heaters, warm blankets, and an electric blanket for extra cold nights. We really enjoyed our two nights here!
Awesome place to stay. I can highly recommend it!
Friendly host, very accommodating and everything perfect as per our expectations. Everything that was needed was available.
A comfortable cottage on a farm with the loveliest view. Peace of mind! Easy and safe to get there. Owners are very friendly and helpful!
Great place. Enjoyed it.
We so enjoyed the space & privacy within such a tranquil environment. The host was friendly and accommodating. The accommodation was everything we needed and very well situated, just minutes away from all the sites to see. We will definitely return. The WiFi did not work with the code given, but we never reported it and used it instead as some electronic "downtime" to enjoy nature and each other.
This is a lovely, peaceful option for visiting Oribi Gorge. Brigitte was kind, generous, and so helpful with all questions. She went out of her way to welcome us and ensure we were comfortable. Highly recommended!
The weekend at Beechwood was like a mini holiday. Privileged to stay on a beautiful family farm, also lots to see and do in and around Oribi Gorge. The cottage is well-equipped with quality linen and equipment and everything needed for self-catering. Back-up plans for load shedding are in place.
Oribi is a fantastic place to visit, whether alone or with friends/family. I really enjoyed the hiking trails. The reception was friendly at Beechwood Cottage. Very helpful. Will recommend to friends and family.
My family and I really enjoyed our stay and even though there was loadshedding, they assured us that there was backup power. The whole experience was absolutely amazing.
The cottage was lovely. It was bigger than we thought. It is perfect for 4 adults since it has a bedroom and bathroom that is separate from the main unit.
They where very friendly and always available when assistance was needed.
Loved the venue. Clean, well furnished, geared for load shedding and safe. Gorgeous views.
A great place to unwind away from the hustle and bustle. Total privacy and quietness. The host was very welcoming and accommodating. We need more ambassadors like these to make our getaway memorable.
More than enough surrounding activities.
The hosts were amazing, from supplying wood, charcoal and firelighters for the braai to giving us access to the dam for fishing. We will definitely be back.
WiFi worked perfectly. Place is close to Lake Eland and Wild 5 Adventures.
WiFi had excellent service. Everything was clean. On-call service. Host was willing to go the extra mile.
It was a lovely stay on a quite, comfortable space.
Will definitely recommend to friends and family. Real farm feel. Open and spacious.
Great for a short and comfortable stay en route to our holiday on the Wild Coast. Brigitte was a friendly and welcoming host.
Beautiful and peaceful and clean, the hostess was lovely and welcoming. Would definitely recommend to everyone.
Beechwood Cottage is beautiful, the unit is clean, tidy and equipped with everything you could need (kitchenware, fridge and freezer, plenty of blankets, mosquito repellent, even a washing machine). There is a lovely stoep and braai area with a beautiful view. It is the perfect place for a self-catering break and the tranquility, silence and beautiful view make it perfect for resting. It is close to Leopards Rock, Oribi Gorge, and Lake Eland so there are many activities within a short driving distance. Brigitte is a wonderful hostess and received us with kindness.
Lovely cottage, tidy, big, nice and close to all the activities. Will definitely visit the cottage again!
Amazing from beginning to end. Well located. The setting was gorgeous. We loved watching the mist drift across the mountains from the lounge and patio. Great open but safe place (fully fenced) in front of the cottage for children to run and have fun. We had a visit from the Woolley Necked Stork- so tame. The hosts were lovely and hospitable. There when you need them, but then they leave you to relax and enjoy. The rustic decor of the cottage made it cosy and homely. All essentials are there - including drinking water and milk! Can't wait to go back!
Good value for money, few people and close enough to see all the attractions in the area.
Beachwood Cottage is the perfect place to stay to explore the Oribi Gorge. Safe and secure, close to the viewpoints and full of information. Rooms were spic and span clean and kitchen well equipped. Wood to braai and charcoal were provided for, so we could choose how to braai. For us the perfect stay and great value for money!
We had a great stay, the cottage just smelled terribly musty and had water damage. Would recommend that it be looked after before renting out again.
If you want to visit Oribi Gorgo, the accommodation is a must.
We felt welcome. Thank you.
We chose Beechwood Cottage because the hotel was fully booked. I am very glad I decided on Beechwood. The value for money is amazing with good privacy, lots of space and the unit is well maintained and tidy.
Nice, clean place and it's safe, close to Oribi gorge and surrounding sites.
Had a fantastic stay as a family with a small child. Very impressed with the furnishing and all the attention to detail. A huge bonus was the firewood which was delivered free of charge for the fire pit. The sunsets were incredible. Will happily recommend this place to friends. The flies were a bit irritating but a small price to pay for the beautiful horses on the property and the scenery.
We were very happy with the treatment at Beechwood and the facilities during our stay. The cottage is great quality, both because of its comfortable and appropriate facilities. My highlight was their decoration of the house. It had that homely feel, except that it was a bit cold, but other then that we had a great stay.
We regret that we could only stay here one night on our way back from vacation. Most beautiful surroundings with wonderful hospitable accommodation. Definitely come again! Thank you Brigitte.
Beechwood Cottage exceeded my expectations. It's a beautiful location with very helpful hosts. The rooms and facilities are of a very high standard.
This cottage is ideally located to some of the major areas of the Oribi Gorge. It was beautiful, clean, well equipped and very comfortable. The owners were very helpful and friendly. We enjoyed our stay here very much indeed.
It is really a stunning place. Would really recommend it to any one.
A destination to visit for sure!
Pleasantly surprised at the friendliness of the owner. It was a good stay.
Well equipped, clean and comfortable cottage. First time, drinking water and milk supplied ─ impressed! Loved the bath and scenic views. Central to all tourist attractions. Definitely recommended.
The place was immaculate. Bridgette was an awesome hostess. What you saw is what you got. Appreciated the things she did to make us comfortable.
We enjoyed the stay at this peaceful and well-equipped venue. The hosts were really helpful and went out of their way to help during a huge storm that left the area without electricity. It is a great place to use as a spring board into the gorge and we will return again. We do recommend the venue.
We enjoyed staying at Beechwood cottage with friends. There was charcoal for the braai and wood for the fire pit so we could sit up late and appreciate the surroundings.
The accommodation was awesome, clean and convenient to all the necessary places we need to be, quiet and very clean. Everyone was polite. One point though, they need to cater to decoder that are PVR or Explora compatible. We came with our own and we couldn't connect it. Overall it was a beautiful stay.
The weather was bit of a letdown, but besides that, I have no complaints. A re-do is on the horizon. Thanks a lot to our host, very soft-spoken and kind.
Farm like atmosphere. Peaceful and quiet. Staff willing to assist. Property clean and well maintained. Only drawback of farm with horses are the persistent and painful flies.
Sofa beds in living room are not comfortable - maybe for toddlers under 5!
The location was perfect and it was delightful to have everything we needed there. What impressed us most as a family , was the fact that we arrived at the destination very late after a super long drive, and the accommodation had everything we would need the next morning to survive before we could go shopping for groceries. The delicious home-made rusks were a winner. The best part was when we arrived back at our little place in the afternoons, very tired, and it was nicely cleaned. We travel a lot and this is definitely one of the better, more comfortable, nicely furnished places I've stayed. I could definitely recommend this accommodation. We had a great time and were heartened by the hospitality of the owners.
Brigitte welcomed us warmly. Neat and clean accommodation kept that way the entire time, the unit was cleaned daily. Beautiful area, quiet and safe with enough space for the kids. Will recommend this anytime. Ideal location if you want to visit the Oribi area, maybe a bit far, not too far, from the beach (+ - 25 km). Thanks so much Brigitte and Heinz, for a wonderful time at Beechwood Cottage.
Great place to stay! A lovely cottage and friendly people.
Very quiet and peaceful, beautiful accommodation.
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We found Beechwood Cottage, a friendly, peaceful place, conveniently situated near all the attractions at Oribi. The house is comfortable and clean and I have already recommended it to friends and family. Thanks to Brigette for a lovely stay.
Beautiful and neat place to stay on a farm. Hostess goes to great lengths to make sure the stay is comfortable.
Brigitte is a wonderful hostess who makes a lot of effort. The cottage is located 25 km from Shelly, away from the noise of holidaymakers. The house is neat and clean with everything you need - even a washing machine. It's ideal for mountain bikers. Can recommend it for sure!
It was most enjoyable but we are unable to be totally objective resulting from the adverse weather conditions which is beyond the control of anybody.
It will always be a good memory. Many thanks to you and the owners. I was impressed upon my arrival at Beechwood Cottage. Everything was neat and clean, and was kept that way during my stay. I had a great time and rested well after a busy and stressful year. It felt like I was in my own home. The layout did not differ much. Will definitely want to visit there again in the future.
Our lights were knocked out by lightning that night. Within seconds the owners were there with candles and offered to give us food. Fortunately the lights came on after 5 min.
We had an awesome stay, always in the afternoon we came back to a clean and relaxing environment after a long day. They even provided us with the complimentary tickets to Eland Game Reserve, getting to observe amazing views of the Oribi. Thanks a lot to Brigitte for having us at her cottage.
Lovely cottage in the perfect location for what we needed. Very nice to have charcoal available to use. Cottage was very clean and very well equipped. We had a lovely stay!
Best location for the places we wanted to visit.
Lots of attention to detail and comfort. A beautiful large bath and shower. Ideal for a quiet getaway or as a base to discover the surroundings.
It was awesome! The cottage exceeded my expectations.
Definitely worth the money. Unfortunately never saw the owner and had to communicate through the workers which was not always successful.
We stayed at Brittige's Beechwood Cottage for 5 days. The house is very nicely finished and has everything you will need. All the beautiful and adventurous attractions in the Oribi Gorge area are within a 20 minute drive from Beechwood Cottage. If you are looking for a place that is nice and quiet where you can relax, Beechwood Cottage is the answer.
At first glance we were impressed with the residence. It's when you take a closer look and walk in that you immediately feel comfortable and at home. The owners are extremely friendly and accommodating. Wood was provided with braai "briquette" and even a full bottle of milk upon our arrival. The fridge is a decent size and everything is very clean and tidy. The residence is also close to the Zipline and Oribi Gorge Hotel which have attractions with plenty of things to do. The only thing was that we didn't realize to take our own DStv decoder, but upon enquiry, the owners insisted on using theirs. I can't wait to go there again and experience the hospitality and tranquility of Beachwood cottage.
Our cottage was spacious, clean and very comfortable and is very conveniently situated, close to everything we wanted to experience in Oribi Gorge. The setting of Beechwood Cottage is peaceful and quiet. We look forward to staying there again at some time in the future.
Perfect for a quiet weekend away from the stress of everyday. Just ensure you fill up your tank before settling in for the weekend.
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Beechwood cottage is just the holiday accommodation that you are looking for. Peace and quiet. No rush from the busy towns. And the atmosphere is wonderful, it's if your home. The cottage is fully equipped with just about everything you could need. Thanks to the owners - Heinz and Bridget. We will definitely visit again.
A lovely place!
Exceptional. The cottage is very well equipped, better than expected. Heinz and Brigitte were awesome hosts. Had a such a peaceful time. The cottage is nice and private away from the main entrance to the farm. Worth every cent we paid. Will definitely go back there again.
I found Beechwood Cottage to be modern, well-equipped, extremely neat, tidy and clean! It is tastefully decorated and the kitchen is well equipped. The bathrooms are a pleasure to use. I was absolutely pleased at having the full DStv bouquet on offer as well, as we were able to watch some Currie Cup rugby after a long day in the Oribi Gorge and Lake Eland. It was a pleasure to stay at Beechwood and I would highly recommend it to other people.
Wish we could have stayed longer!
It was well-equipped accommodation in a peaceful, beautiful environment.
Very enjoyable. The rooms are very modern, clean, and service was friendly. They are very close to nature. A good way to rest and wind-down.
It is a beautiful place, homey, ideal to get rest and peace. Loved the horses and dogs. Secure with electric fencing, full DStv. Pleasantly surprised to find body wash and soap provided. Boma and outdoor stoep stimulated hours of conversation time. Very thoughtful host, even firewood and charcoal were provided.
Good value for money, safe, and clean.
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Accommodation comprises a queen-size bed in the main bedroom, two single beds in the second bedroom with 2 sleeper couches in the lounge suitable for children under 12yrs. Each bedroom has its own bathroom.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a toaster, kettle, a microwave, fridge, stove and a washing machine.
The roofed patio covers an informal eating and living area. A wonderful place to escape to and unwind.
Oribi Gorge area has a lot to offer. Beechwood Cottage is situated within 2 km from the Oribi Gorge which is famous for its view sites and the Wild Five for the adventurous with the Gorge Swing being one of its popular activities. Lake Eland Game Reserve, where you can view a large variety of plains game and experience the longest Zip Line in Africa, is only 17km away.
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