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Lushof Lodge
Lushof Lodge
Lushof Lodge
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Accommodation at Lushof Lodge consists of 3 separate cottages, which can accommodate between 2 to 7 persons. These units consist of either 1 or 2 separate bedrooms with a private bathroom. Each unit features an open-plan kitchen and living area; 2 of the units have braai facilities and air-conditioning. All linen and towels provided.
Delectable home-cooked meals are served directly at each cottage. The working guest farm also has a kiddies play area, and guests are welcome to take walks on the farm or down to the river.
Accommodation at Lushof Lodge consists of 3 separate cottages, which can accommodate between 2 to 7 persons. These units consist of either 1 or 2 separate bedrooms with a private bathroom. Each unit features an open-plan kitchen and living area; 2 of the units have braai facilities and air-conditioning. All linen and towels provided.
Delectable home-cooked meals are served directly at each cottage. The working guest farm also has a kiddies play area, and guests are welcome to take walks on the farm or down to the river.
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99 guests' feedbackEverything was great, the chalet is fully equipped with everything you may need. Lise is a great host, always prepared to make you feel welcome. We have stayed here previously and will do so again. So peaceful and quiet.
Great overnight stay, everything in great condition. The meal we ordered was delicious, attractive and top notch. Thank you.
Our stay was very good and we ordered a meal which was waiting for us as we arrived a bit later than we had planned. The extra touches of rusks, milk and electric blankets were much appreciated. It was cold and the aircon was switched on to warm the room for our arrival. Lovely touch.
Beautiful view over the Free State plains. Excellent amenities.
Great stay at Lushof Lodge. We had a delicious dinner - real country food - prepared by the hostess and delivered to our cottage. There were electric blankets to warm the beds for the cold winter evening. The unit is spacious and very well furnished. Would definitely recommend!
Wonderful stay! Will definitely be back.
We had a great stay, our expectations were exceeded.
Lushof Lodge is a gem. The accommodation is clean, comfortable and more than adequately equipped. Staying here recharges you for the next day's travel. The host quickly responds to requests, no problem. We will definitely stay here again. We have stayed at Gariep Dam but were always disappointed. I wish we had discovered Lushof Lodge long ago. Thank you.
The most peaceful and beautiful view in the evening and day with the location perfect.
Lovely surroundings, beautiful farm view, fresh air and friendly people, a refreshment for body and mind. Thank you very much.
Beautiful farm. View and accommodation incredibly beautiful and comfortable.
Great value for money with all the requirements and definitely a good place to stay as a stopover from CT to Jburg. Clean and with very nice free add-ons e.g. corn flakes/juice etc.
We like the farm life, was quiet, safe and delicious. Had everything we needed. Very friendly and welcome feeling! We come again!
We had a restful and comfortable overnight stay at Lushof. We enjoyed the views, quietness and found the accommodation to be clean and hospitable. Given directions and communication was clear and helpful. We enjoyed our stay very much.
We always enjoy our stay at Lushof Lodge. It's a beautiful farm and the cottages are well equipped.
Clean, neat place to sleep, fully equipped, quiet on the farm. Thank you very much, we will see you again.
See stars.
True loop court, just as the name says. Beautiful farm, chalet was clean and tidy and well furnished, good beds. Close to the N1. We will definitely come and stay again.
Perfect for our overnight stay. Very nice farm. Sunrise in the morning was breathtaking from the porch.
The name describes it well, it really is a Lushof. The most beautiful big trees down by the creek. Will consider this as my first option in the future.
It was well stocked and very clean. Had a lovely stay.
The best overnight accommodation.
Lovely area and chalet. Everything neat and clean and well equipped. Spacious rooms and bathroom with bath and shower. Lovely view of the valley from the stoep where there is a built-in braai. Dinner was delicious! Leg of mutton and vegetables and even dessert were served in our chalet for convenience. Don't just sleep over one night, make it two or more! Thoroughly enjoy every moment of it! Thank you very much, you are an excellent hostess and thank you to the cook who cooked the most delicious food!
We ordered the meal the day before and Lise and her team did not disappoint us - it was top notch! The unit is very spacious with plenty of room to move around. There was even milk, fruit juice, cold water and ice in the fridge when we arrived. Our dogs had enough space to run around freely outside. There was plenty of coffee, tea and sugar, as well as biscuits and cereal for breakfast. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend staying here anytime.
A gem of a place. Awesome home-cooked dinner. Lovely place to stay and all amenities are great. Would definitely go back again and highly recommend it to anyone wanting some peace and relaxation on your journey.
Place very well furnished. Clean and everything you need. Most beautiful view on farm of houses. Lise, as every time we have stayed there, communicated well.
Lise made contact in advance to ensure everything would be fine upon our arrival. Place was beautifully clean and the view was breathtakingly beautiful. We will definitely visit Lushof again when we are in the county. I would confidently recommend the oasis to everyone.
See stars.
Restful. Most beautiful view.
Beautiful place and surroundings. Very friendly people. Place is very neat and clean. All the necessary amenities - nothing missing!
The cottage was comfortable and extremely well-equipped. We were able to have a relaxed evening in tranquil surroundings after a very long drive. The dinner that we ordered was delicious. Will certainly stay at Lushof Lodge again.
Quiet farm atmosphere with a beautiful view. Typical Karoo starry in the evening. Will definitely stay there again in the future.
N1 could be seen and sometimes vaguely heard. Good night!
Welcoming and beautiful location, quiet and peaceful, and excellent dinner (if requested).
I look forward to visiting this place again and then staying longer.
Lise is very friendly and stayed in touch before our visit. Directions to the property were very good and we drove to the guest house. Very nice and quiet environment.
Very friendly welcome. Lovely spacious and very well equipped accommodation. Beautiful view. Would be able to stay there for a few days just to get away from the daily grind. Quiet and very peaceful. Even equipped playground for the children. Delicious dinner at a reasonable price. Generous portions. Will definitely stay here again.
Had a great stay, the dinner was delicious farm food.
We will definitely be back!
Beautiful oasis after a long day on the road.
Very peaceful visit after a long day on the road.
Very clean, tidy and comfortable. We will definitely stay there again next holiday.
We had a great time there and got fresh farm milk and fruit juice as well. Delicious fried. Very nice and clean. Would recommend it any day! Because there is solar power we didn't even have load shedding!
Everything was very neat.
Very comfortable and clean.
Overall package is a phenomenal experience. See you in 2 years again.
Lushof Lodge is our number one choice when we have to sleep somewhere on the way north.
Always impeccably clean and the dinner always a winner! A beautiful farm.
Thank you very, very much. The house was so clean and tidy and nice. Equipped with everything needed.
Lushof was a beautiful place to stay over which was efficiently close to the highway while still allowing you to feel far enough away to relax and enjoy the stunning view! The owners were amazing with communication and so accommodating! We got the braai meal which I would highly recommend to enjoy a lovely braai in such beautiful surroundings! We enjoyed it and would recommend it!
We stayed here twice in 2 months when traveling between Gauteng and the Western Cape. It is the perfect place to recharge. Close to the highway but far enough away to not hear the traffic. Great view from the stoep. We'll be back!
See stars.
We have stayed at Lise's several times and it is always a privilege to spend the night in such a beautiful place. All that is needed to sleep comfortably and it's always sad to say goodbye!
This was one of the best stop overs in my trip. Very reasonably priced and excellent value. Short detour from the N2. Highly recommended for a stop over or for a stay near Gariep Dam.
Bat droppings rain down on you when you sit on the porch. Also very pleasant and value for money.
The host communicated extremely well. The place was clean. She was very kind and upgraded us at no cost. I have already recommended someone. I will definitely sleep over again.
The shower did not drain, resulting in one standing in water, this was a huge negative issue! The hostess was very polite and pleasant. We would definitely not recommend the two sleeper cottage at all, particularly in view of the inept shower, this impacted on the cleanliness rating!
Very nice view, neat and clean. I will definitely book there again.
You get much more than you would expect. Excellent value for money.
Pet friendly.
Will definitely want to climb koppie next time. Very nice view.
The lodge provides as needed. Large fridge, shower to cool off. Thank you Lise for the delicious biscuits and the visit.
The dinner was very nice.
What a pleasant experience. Neat, clean and excellent service.
We really enjoyed it, thank you!
We enjoyed our stay at Lushof Lodge a lot. Our house had a beautiful view, was well-equipped and super clean. We could also indulge in a delicious and tasty plate of "boerekos" that our friendly hostess brought to our little house.
What an amazing place, BIG accommodation situated in the hills.
A real gem. We will stay there again. The house was super neat and the food was delicious.
Lushof is an ideal stopping place. On our last visit, we simply stayed for two nights to better experience the view and the farm atmosphere, and we will do so again.
Lushof is one of my favorite places to stay. This time was special with the autumn colors of the poplar trees. The cottage is comfortable, has everything one needs, and offers fantastic views from the stoepie and braai area.
Thank you very much for a spotless chalet. Excellent friendly service. Would recommend to anyone.
We also ordered dinner at short notice and it was already in our cottage when we arrived and it was delicious. The house is nice and tidy and the views are very nice. I have already recommended Lushof Lodge to friends!
Hostess' service is excellent, so nice overnight.
The silence, the feeling of absolute freedom and the beautiful. For us it was refreshing. All the little things we experienced were like real hospitality. The rusks, the fresh milk, the fruit juice and cereal flakes for breakfast it was awesome. Thank you.
After a long journey, tranquility and a view of the mountains/cups is a must.
All the little things that always bother you when you sleep in a self-catering accommodation have been sorted out here. The smallest detail has been thought of, I will come back for that too. Then there is the view, cleanliness of the place, barbecue, farm sounds, I can go on and on. Thank you very much for the quick response to emails. You will see my family again. Thank you very much.
Lovely little historic cottage. Just what we needed. Very friendly reception. Would definitely stay there again. Very close to the N1.
Nicely close to the N1, but also just far enough to not be disturbed by the noise of the traffic. Lovely view over the plains from the chalet. Excellent and well equipped with dinner and take away breakfast of the best quality! Well done and keep up the good work!
See stars.
Convenient distance between Cape Town and Jhb. Friendly service from Lise and enjoy a nice dinner. We will most likely stay again in the future.
The lodge is located in the middle of one of the most beautiful valleys in the Southern Free State and is just far enough off the N1 that you don't hear the road, but is still convenient as a stop over. Climb the koppie behind the lodge and enjoy stunning scenery and a chance to see some small game. There are also some late Stone Age tool workings on the koppie.
Their guest accommodation capacity is too little. The demand is undoubtedly more.
People can also have a nice walk and stretch their legs among cattle and sheep.
We traveled from the Cape side and the website sent Bloemfontein directions, causing us to follow the wrong route for a few kilometers. Called the lady at Lushof and she met us at the highway.
Recommend anytime, will stay there again for sure. Very tidy and offers everything you need and the fresh milk and fresh juice makes it so much more welcoming. View is breathtaking. Definitely worth 5 stars
You have to have dinner there, it's something you shouldn't miss.
Had a great time and slept. Delicious food and friendly people.
Neat and clean, well equipped with lovely soft beds. Beautiful view of the Karoo and night sky. Charming touches like the fresh farm milk and rusks for morning coffee. Many thanks for your hospitality.
Lise is a fantastic hostess, had a nice chat and made us feel at home. When we arrived there was nice cold fruit juice and milk in the fridge. There were also nice biscuits and instant porridge for us in the house. The house was comfortable and clean. The view from the veranda was breathtaking and the peace and quiet for a tired holidaymaker is, as the people would say, priceless.
Very clean. bedding crisp and good quality. Well equipped. Will stay there again.
Will tell all my friends and recommend them.
Great location. Awesome Karoo views. Great value for money. Lovely touches such as fire wood, coffee, rusks, cereal, milk juice etc. Very clean.
Located approximately twenty kilometers north of Gariep, Lushof is perfect as overnight accommodation for journeys between Johannesburg and Cape Town or P.E. Already 14 years in operation and equipped with everything needed for self-catering, up to an outdoor braai with wood and a braai grill. Neat and clean two-room units sleeping 5 adults with TV and air conditioning at the most affordable price imaginable. Feel free to make yourself at home at Lushof and make sure you don't deprive yourself of the opportunity to enjoy Lisa and family's hospitality and friendship.
We spent the night at the lovely Lushof Lodge on the way back from Plettenberg Bay. Everything was beautiful and tidy on the wonderfully peaceful farm. We enjoyed an incredible sunset with a glass of red wine and then enjoyed our home cooked plate of farm food provided by Lise. It was delicious and we will remember the place for the future.
We like to stay at Lushof Lodge. Always tidy and so well equipped.
Mrs. Van der Merwe was constantly in contact with me and we did not arrive there until 12 o'clock at night. The tranquility and effort made up for the fatigue. Thanks for everything.
We are very happy we discovered this gem of a place. Close to the N1, but far enough from traffic noise to be able to relax and sleep in total peace. Good food, friendly service, our hostess Lise is lovely! We will definitely come back, it is very convenient halfway between Gauteng and the Garden Route. Special view, you can just sit and look out, or go for a nice walk in the field.
Wonderfully peaceful after a long day on the road. Neat, clean and comfortable.
Beautiful oasis in dull Karoo. Everything worked. TV, aircon etc. Nicely fried.
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Chalet 1 can accommodate 7 persons and consists of 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. This unit can be booked on a dinner, bed and breakfast or self-catering basis. The main bedroom is furnished with a double bed, the second bedroom is equipped with 2 single beds, and there is a single bed and a children-only sleeper couch in the living area. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. In addition, this unit contains air-conditioning in the lounge, a heater, electric blankets, and a fan.
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Chalet 1 can accommodate 7 persons and consists of 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. This unit can be booked on a dinner, bed and breakfast or self-catering basis. The main bedroom is furnished with a double bed, the second bedroom is equipped with 2 single beds, and there is a single bed and a children-only sleeper couch in the living area. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. In addition, this unit contains air-conditioning in the lounge, a heater, electric blankets, and a fan.
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Chalet 2 can accommodate 7 persons and consists of 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. This unit can be booked on a dinner, bed and breakfast or self-catering basis. The main bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed, the second bedroom is equipped with 2 single beds, and there is 1 single bed and a children-only sleeper couch in the living area. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. In addition, this unit contains air-conditioning in the lounge, a heater, electric blankets, and a fan.
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Chalet 2 can accommodate 7 persons and consists of 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. This unit can be booked on a dinner, bed and breakfast or self-catering basis. The main bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed, the second bedroom is equipped with 2 single beds, and there is 1 single bed and a children-only sleeper couch in the living area. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. In addition, this unit contains air-conditioning in the lounge, a heater, electric blankets, and a fan.
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This unit can be booked on a bed and breakfast basis or accommodation only, and can accommodate 2 persons. This unit has 1 bedroom equipped with 2 single beds, and 1 bathroom with a shower, toilet and washbasin. In addition, this unit has a kitchenette that contains a bar fridge, a microwave, and a kettle. A heater and electric blankets will be provided during winter, and a fan will be provided during summer.
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This unit can be booked on a bed and breakfast basis or accommodation only, and can accommodate 2 persons. This unit has 1 bedroom equipped with 2 single beds, and 1 bathroom with a shower, toilet and washbasin. In addition, this unit has a kitchenette that contains a bar fridge, a microwave, and a kettle. A heater and electric blankets will be provided during winter, and a fan will be provided during summer.
Accommodation at Lushof Lodge consists of 3 separate cottages, which can accommodate between 2 to 7 persons. These units consist of either 1 or 2 separate bedrooms with a private bathroom. Each unit features an open-plan kitchen and living area; 2 of the units have braai facilities and air-conditioning. All linen and towels provided.
Delectable home-cooked meals are served directly at each cottage. The working guest farm also has a kiddies play area, and guests are welcome to take walks on the farm or down to the river.