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Castanea and Pinella Farm Cottages
Portion 3, Farm Stampblokfontein
1018
Limpopo
021 344 2440
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Pinella and Castanea Farm Cottages
Pinella and Castanea Farm Cottages
Pinella and Castanea Farm Cottages
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Pinella Farm Cottage can accommodate 7 guests, and comprises a main bedroom with a queen-size bed, and an open-plan loft equipped with 2 additional queen-size beds, 1 single bed as well as a bathroom fitted with a bath, shower, toilet and a basin. The unit has an additional guest toilet. Pinella Farm cottage features a fully equipped kitchen fitted with a stove, oven, fridge, freezer, and microwave. Guests have access to a fireplace, a covered verandah with seating as well as a portable braai area. Please note wooden deck has no barriers and all bedrooms are upstairs.
Smoking is not permitted in the unit and there is no TV. Guests are required to bring their own swimming towels.
Castanea Cottage is a stylish farm cottage that sleeps 7 to 9 guests. 2 Guests can be accommodated in the master bedroom which has an en-suite bathroom, 2 guests in the twin bedroom, and 3 to 5 in the loft. Castanea cottage has 2 fireplaces, 1 in the kitchen and dining room and 1 in the TV room. The outdoor fire pit is great for a group gathering and the veranda overlooking the small dam has enough space for long, lazy weekend lunches.
Smoking is not permitted in the unit. Guests are required to bring their own swimming towels.
Nearby activities include fishing, bird watching, and mountain biking.
Pinella Farm Cottage can accommodate 7 guests, and comprises a main bedroom with a queen-size bed, and an open-plan loft equipped with 2 additional queen-size beds, 1 single bed as well as a bathroom fitted with a bath, shower, toilet and a basin. The unit has an additional guest toilet. Pinella Farm cottage features a fully equipped kitchen fitted with a stove, oven, fridge, freezer, and microwave. Guests have access to a fireplace, a covered verandah with seating as well as a portable braai area. Please note wooden deck has no barriers and all bedrooms are upstairs.
Smoking is not permitted in the unit and there is no TV. Guests are required to bring their own swimming towels.
Castanea Cottage is a stylish farm cottage that sleeps 7 to 9 guests. 2 Guests can be accommodated in the master bedroom which has an en-suite bathroom, 2 guests in the twin bedroom, and 3 to 5 in the loft. Castanea cottage has 2 fireplaces, 1 in the kitchen and dining room and 1 in the TV room. The outdoor fire pit is great for a group gathering and the veranda overlooking the small dam has enough space for long, lazy weekend lunches.
Smoking is not permitted in the unit. Guests are required to bring their own swimming towels.
Nearby activities include fishing, bird watching, and mountain biking.
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98 guests' feedbackShould please not tell everyone how beautiful and unique this place is. Then they will all want to stay there and I won't find a place to go back there again.
What an incredible experience. Neat, clean, beautiful place. Our dog children had a great time. I will definitely book again.
Lovely place. Will definitely be back. Thank you.
It was very cold the first day we arrived. Thanks to all the firewood that was provided, comfy blankets, electric blankets, and two fireplaces, we could quickly settle in comfortably. The place is well equipped with everything you may need. You don't feel like everything is second-hand goods that were just dumped inside. It was the opposite. You could feel a lot of thought went into the decor and the layout. Felt secure and private. It was very neat and tidy.
Lovely place, clean and beautiful.
Great weekend. Even more beautiful than photos.
Our family had a great time at Pinella. There is a piece of forest in which one can go for a walk. The fireplace in the living area came in very handy, even in January when it was raining outside. The beds sleep very well and the kitchen is well equipped. We were also not affected by load shedding at all while we stayed there. There are really many attractions, cute restaurants and shops in Haenertsburg that are quite close.
As a family we have stayed in Pinella and Castanea Farm Cottages 3 times. The houses are well equipped and very comfortable. The property is beautiful and Castanea is located in front of a small pond, which can be enjoyed in the summer months. The unit is spacious with enough warm blankets for the cold winter evenings. The unit was also quite cold during the day, due to the big trees that will provide nice coolness in the summer. However, there was enough firewood provided by the owners.
Very nice and quiet close to nature and enough space to relax. All amenities needed. No problem to be able to walk and just forget the hustle and bustle of the city.
We had a great stay, thank you! Just not enough biscuits for 4 people and not enough filter coffee for 4 people.
Very nice tranquil house with beautiful surroundings.
Castanea pleasant cremation the layout of the cottage, neat, clean and spacious. All necessities for self-catering. Friendly staff, Pilate and Portia. Feeling like Alice in Wonderland. No WiFi and lock to hiking trail locked, guests lose the only key.
We had a particularly nice time at Pinella and Castanea Farm Cottages. We will definitely go again often. The natural beauty is something that one cannot properly articulate. The cottage is immaculate. It totally exceeded our expectations. We left there with full hearts (and batteries). It was absolutely wonderful and delicious.
We thoroughly enjoyed the tranquility of the surroundings. The location is unbeatable and the facility offers everything required.
Group was home for work. Very good.
We were 5 friends who used Pinella and Castanea Farm Cottages as a base to explore the beautiful Magoebaskloof. Pinella and Castanea Farm Cottages exceeded our expectations. Great accommodation and gardens are a pleasure to walk through. Spend time on the site itself. Definitely worth it. Staff very friendly and helpful. Thank you.
Exquisite house with all necessities. Very friendly staff. Beautiful surroundings.
Castanea is an absolute gem, hidden away in privacy. Everything was perfect. We will be coming here again in summer where we can enjoy the stunning garden at its best.
Beautiful, stylish house, with everything you need. The two inside fireplaces are superb. The hiking trails around and the bird guide we booked were amazing. We will definitely return. We also commend the friendly and hospitable staff. Thanks again, wish we could stay longer.
It was short but we had a great time relaxing. Very friendly welcome, wonderful to be in the forest.
Everything is just perfect.
Friendly received and welcomed by Pilot. Place was clean and tidy. Rooms are spacious. Kitchen is well equipped. Thank you guys. We will definitely come again.
As always, we were warmly welcomed. The house is very neat and clean. The garden is very well maintained. All amenities and appliances were in working order. Nicest getaway spot.
The photos and description cannot compare to how beautiful and peaceful the destination is in reality.
We will be back with our family. Loved everything. Pilate was great with welcoming us. And he was great with our stay. It was actually a nicer stay even than the pictures show. Beautiful! Thanks.
Nice and luxurious and beautiful. The beautiful Swartbos 3.5 km walking trail is barely a few minutes from there. We had a nice stay there and it's far from any other houses so you can enjoy privacy and silence. There is even an inverter so that the lights at least work during loadshedding and the stove is gas. Only the wooden deck at the door does not have a railing to protect toddlers from a 1 m fall.
Thank you very much for allowing us to use you for accommodation with my children's wedding.
A rustic cottage with everything you would need to get away. Friendly, helpful staff and far enough away to be secluded but not too far from shops. Highly recommended.
Great value for money. Very beautiful.
Restful. Private. Tidy.
The Cottage is beautiful, well equipped and very comfortable! It is nestled between pine trees and overlooking the dam, the perfect picture of tranquillity. While it was cold outside we enjoyed evenings in front of the fireplace and later snuggled under our feather duvets. I would definitely recommend it to anyone travelling in the area and hopefully will be back myself at some point too!
If you want peace and quiet this is the place. Nice fireplace. If there is what you need.
Castanea is a beautiful house with everything you might need. Beds and bedding with electric blanket, heater in bathroom, the lovely fireplace, everything was perfect for the nice rain we had for a few days. Will go again for sure. Pilate and Portia looked after us very well, thank you very much.
We stayed at Castanea, and can recommend the accommodation to everyone. It was comfortable and well equipped. Beautiful location, and we will definitely stay there again if we are in the area.
Lovely and relaxed atmosphere. Fireplace was a bonus. Very well equipped and great reception.
Pinella and Castanea are heaven on earth. The location is perfect and the surroundings are picturesque. Would recommend anytime to fully relax. Pilare and Portia were very helpful.
This was our second visit to the Castanea Cottage. Pilate welcomed us kindly and went out of his way to make us feel at home. We will go back again and again! The cottage is tastefully furnished with everything you could possibly need. Cottage is clean and tidy and the most beautiful chrysanthemums were displayed on the dining room table. The natural beauty and tranquility has just been such an incredible experience for us. We enjoy going here as a family to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Can really recommend it to anyone who wants to unplug from the rat race and recharge a bit! Thank you Iris for your hospitality!
We stopped over at Castanea on the way to the Kruger, but will stay an extra day or two, or even longer, in the future.
Pinella is exceptionally comfortable and tastefully equipped. The cosy fireplace and selection of board games were a highlight in the evenings and the electric blanket was a luxury. We will definitely recommend Pinella and its beautiful area for nature lovers. Note: be aware of the fact that the high, open deck can be a hazard for busy toddlers.
Wonderfully furnished, had a great time. The fireplace in the dining room is lovely. Beds dreamy. Everything was just wonderful. Will only want to stay longer next time.
Castanea Farm Cottage is a very nice large, equipped family house with the most beautiful views.
What an incredible place! The kitchen was better equipped than my own kitchen. The silence and natural beauty is the perfect place to unwind after a very difficult half year. Ideal for doing nothing, drinking hot chocolate by a fireplace, reading a book and hanging out with friends.
It's the most beautiful place! Absolutely worth staying there.
Absolute value for money. Had a wonderful stay. We will definitely book again!
We had a wonderful weekend in Magoebaskloof and spent the night at Castanea after the Magoebas hiking trail. It was a wonderful experience to rest our tired bodies at this beautiful house located in the breathtaking Magoebas area. Thank you for the hospitality. We lacked nothing and the fireplace on a cold evening was the perfect end to an exceptional visit.
Peaceful, relaxing, breathtakingly beautiful places to stay.
Would definitely have liked to have been able to take my dog kids along too. But realize it's not always possible.
Have a great time and relax. Definitely value for money. The dirt road a bit of a challenge with a small car - especially when it rains.
Very nice place, value for money. Clean, will definitely visit again.
Beautiful Hansel and Gretel little house in the woods. Beautiful! Can't wait to go again.
We stayed in Pibella. An amazing house located in the forest. All one hears is a warbler that sings every now and then. Furthermore, it is clean, neat and beautiful. With the ghostly fog creeping over the mountains, you almost feel like you're in a storybook. You feel very safe and the place is super romantic.
I would really like to recommend Pinella and Castanea. We had the pleasure to stay in Castanea ─ what an awesome place. Clean, neat as a pin, and nature around us was the best I ever experienced. I can't stop speaking about Castanea. It's the best I have ever seen. Thank you to the owners that we could experience the awesome house. In the house, you could see the attention to detail and we had a brilliant time.
It is a beautiful place hidden in the forest. Neat with attention to detail. Will go again for sure! Thank you very much.
We were 6 adults and everything was perfect except that something was wrong with the electricity. Some switches kicked off the electricity. The electric blankets on the single beds don't work at all and should be replaced for the winter months. This is quite important because the house is very cold because it doesn't get a lot of direct sunlight.
Even better than what we had expected. Easy to find. Clean and quiet.
Absolutely perfect. Probably one of the most beautiful cottages we have ever stayed in.
Beautiful surroundings with a lovely house among the pine trees. Very well equipped. Highly recommended.
Really a place to recommend if you are visiting that area. So exquisite and tasteful.
It is a place where one can experience the tranquility of the forest. It's very cozy and well equipped!
The view over the forest from the veranda made you feel so much peace. Grass green, lush vegetation, the smell of pine and forest. We really enjoyed the place, well equipped and very neat. It was more than we expected. We will definitely come back again.
The house is beautifully equipped and idyllically located.
Pinella Farm Cottage has everything one need to stay there and is very comfortable. It is well equipped - well equipped kitchen (except no cleaning sponges and drying towels at the sink) and TV and music system etc. It only has one bedroom with a door that can be closed, while other beds are in a communal area upstairs. The beds are very comfortable. There is not a bathroom upstairs so you must come down the stairs at night and the stairs are rather steep. Worth knowing if you have bad knees or anything like that. There are a few very short walks that one can do on the property. The birds were nice, but the landscape is largely transformed with pine trees and other invasives so diversity is low.
Castanea is a gem of a place. The house is modern, tidy, has plenty of space and is adequately equipped. And it's surrounded by the most beautiful scenery. All that needs attention is the water. It's not suitable for drinking. The water was brown for 2 out of the 3 days. It didn't start running clear until the third day. My little girl and husband both developed an upset stomach. But we are still impressed with the house and will definitely return if the water situation is sorted out.
Had a great stay and would really recommend it. It's an exceptional location and creates a well-deserved illusion that one is hiding somewhere completely remote deep in the woods!
There was no power for the duration of our stay due to load shedding and also other Eskom problems.
The booking was smooth, the house nicely located with a view over a dam, and the house itself spotless and very well furnished. We were kindly received, and everything was in place. Will definitely go back again. PS: don't tackle the path with a flat sports car, but a normal vehicle will easily master it.
It feels like a dream come true. Your own cottage in the woods. All that lacks is the smell of food when you walk in. Then everything would be perfect. Too bad our time was too short. But next time will definitely be longer. It's incredibly beautiful. You can hear the silence.
Castenea has everything needed and more. Wonderfully private and in nature. We will definitely stay there again. Staff friendly and helpful.
The house is idyllic! So beautifully situated with everything you need. Unfortunately, the house is just incredibly cold which was difficult as our boy is 3 months old. Had to keep him warm. I'm sure in summer it will be the perfect place for a getaway!
Upon our arrival at Pinella, Portia welcomed us kindly and we were pleasantly surprised with the cleanliness, beauty and tasteful accommodation unit. We lacked nothing and sufficient wood was provided for our needs to make a nice fire when needed. Our four-legged elderly child (Jack Russel) got his second breath with all the attention of the local four-legged friends who came to visit. Although there are fire extinguishers, I suggest providing extra candles for those unexpected power outages. Thank you for a lovely weekend and hope to get another opportunity to visit.
We had a great stay, big trees all around the house provide lovely coolness. The house is very well furnished and very tidy. More than adequate amount of wood was provided. The location is very good with many activities in the area with less than 20 min drive.
We had such a nice stay. We had everything we needed and were close to a few tourist attractions and yet one feels isolated and private.
The place is very pretty and peaceful! Next time would like to stay a weekend or even make a week of it. Unbelievable place! Fully equipped with everything that is needed.
Castanea cottage offers a luxurious getaway. Just bring along some DVDs and games as there is no TV reception. Staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful, including their beautiful doggies!
We stayed in the Castanea cottage and were very impressed. Pilot was very friendly and made it clear that we should feel as welcome as if it were our own home. There is ample space, large beds and a nice large kitchen. The fireplace was ready with a pile of wood, so we could make a nice fire. The only thing we would still appreciate is body soap and shampoo in the bathroom. The dam just outside the house completed the peaceful, scenic atmosphere. We were only two people but could rent the cottage per person, so it worked out very cheap. It is so well-equipped that we got the idea that it would be very nice for a larger group of friends. I would definitely recommend it for both large and small groups.
Castanea was beautiful, we enjoyed it a lot. The place had everything we needed. Neat and luxurious.
Everything was perfect. So beautiful.
Wonderful weekend in a picture-perfect setting!
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Unfortunately some of the light bulbs where blown, the shower were clogged and there wasn't enough wood. They replaced the lights and unclogged the drain after we phoned them. The river is actually just a small stream. The bedrooms are on the second floor (we didn't know this). Our eldest is almost 2 and he was a handful with the dek without the railing. Our other child is crawling and that was also a problem. The house is nice and warm when the fire place is lit, but we needed more wood. Bedding is nice and warm.
We had such a great time and it's a beautiful place with everything you could need. Place is tasteful and clean, staff so friendly. Would definitely recommend it.
Got a bit lost on my way there, but Iris helped us even though it was late at night. The place was very clean and the view over the dam was beautiful. Will definitely go there again.
We really enjoyed the stay at Castanea. The house is tastefully and comfortably furnished for any type of weather. We appreciated the wood for the fireplace.
Very neat and great layout. Friendliness was much appreciated. The dogs were a bit bothersome and in the house.
I, my dad and boys had a wonderful weekend at Pinella and Castanea Farm Cottage. The location and cleanliness of the cottages were exceptional. The cottage is spacious with 2 bedrooms and then space in the loft. A lovely fireplace (actually 2) is available and there is plenty of wood available if extra wood is needed at a cost of R15 a bag. Everything you need is there and the attention to detail was incredible. The children enjoyed fishing and there were dogs on the farm with which the children also played. The location is also very close to other attractions such as Haertnesburg, Debengeni waterfalls and various delicious eateries on the Magoebaskloof Pass. Definitely a place where anyone can go and relax.
It was a very nice and peaceful weekend, the house was wonderful and I will definitely go back again!
We were a group of 6 friends, all couples and we really enjoyed it, the place Castanea is incredibly beautiful, out of a storybook, it's so peaceful and you feel at home, the dam is a big plus for us been because everyone likes to water the line, there was enough sleeping space and everything was comfortable and very neat and clean, even the dogs were very cute to us, to know that there is life around a person, no one bothered, and that was just take it easy we will definitely book the place again when we come to Magoebaskloof.
Beautiful and peaceful, it rained the whole time while we were there, so the fireplace was wonderful and the house is cosy and warm.
We really enjoyed the place to stay, it was peaceful and the view is beautiful. We could also take our dogs with us, they really enjoyed the open field!
We stayed in Castanea, the decor is very pretty and done tastefully. It was super cold and dark inside the house, had to keep the lights on the entire time. The fireplace struggled to keep up. The dogs were too cute and the one Dalmatian was basically with us the entire time, but didn't bother us whatsoever.
Pinella and Castanea Farm Cottages are located in probably one of the most beautiful places in South Africa. Tucked away between trees and fog, the cottage itself has a fantastic porch from which you can watch the birds and animals. When it rains for three out of the four days (as it did for us), you can light the fireplace inside and snuggle up with a book or a large selection of board games. Although a notice promised that wood would be delivered every day, this did not happen and the daily cleaning service did not include the replacement of things like toilet paper or garbage bags. However, the cottage itself is clean and tidy and well equipped with all the cutlery and other accessories you will need. Extra little things like a glass of sherry, books, games, DVDs and a map with things to do in the area make you feel right at home. If you are someone who always needs to be in touch with the outside world - stop by. Pinella is one of the few places where you can really shut yourself off from the rest of the world and enjoy the peace and quiet without the interruption of your cell phone.
We had a great stay over Easter weekend. The cottage is well equipped, but do need sharper knives. Otherwise it was perfect.
Very peaceful and relaxing.
Beautiful and clean house which is tucked away in the forest making it feel private. Awesome bonfire area to sit under the stars.
Feel free to take a look yourself!
Cute little house and very nicely furnished. Tranquil almost fairytale setting within a pine forest. Everything one needs to relax from city life.
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The cottage can accommodate 7 guests and comprises a main bedroom with a queen-size bed, and an open-plan loft equipped with 2 additional queen-size beds, 1 single bed as well as a bathroom fitted with a bath, shower, toilet and a basin. The unit has an additional guest toilet. Pinella Farm cottage features a fully equipped kitchen that is fitted with a stove, oven, fridge, freezer, and microwave. Guests have access to a fireplace a covered verandah with seating as well as a portable braai area.
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The cottage can accommodate 7 guests and comprises a main bedroom with a queen-size bed, and an open-plan loft equipped with 2 additional queen-size beds, 1 single bed as well as a bathroom fitted with a bath, shower, toilet and a basin. The unit has an additional guest toilet. Pinella Farm cottage features a fully equipped kitchen that is fitted with a stove, oven, fridge, freezer, and microwave. Guests have access to a fireplace a covered verandah with seating as well as a portable braai area.
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A stylish farm cottage that sleeps 7 to 9 guests. The main bedroom is furnished with a double bed and has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath. The second bedroom is furnished with twin beds while the loft is furnished with a single- and double bed. The separate bathroom is fitted with a bath. The cottage has 2 fireplaces, 1 in the kitchen and dining room and 1 in the TV room. The outdoor fire pit is great for a group gathering and the veranda overlooks the small dam.
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A stylish farm cottage that sleeps 7 to 9 guests. The main bedroom is furnished with a double bed and has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath. The second bedroom is furnished with twin beds while the loft is furnished with a single- and double bed. The separate bathroom is fitted with a bath. The cottage has 2 fireplaces, 1 in the kitchen and dining room and 1 in the TV room. The outdoor fire pit is great for a group gathering and the veranda overlooks the small dam.
Pinella Farm Cottage can accommodate 7 guests, and comprises a main bedroom with a queen-size bed, and an open-plan loft equipped with 2 additional queen-size beds, 1 single bed as well as a bathroom fitted with a bath, shower, toilet and a basin. The unit has an additional guest toilet. Pinella Farm cottage features a fully equipped kitchen fitted with a stove, oven, fridge, freezer, and microwave. Guests have access to a fireplace, a covered verandah with seating as well as a portable braai area. Please note wooden deck has no barriers and all bedrooms are upstairs.
Smoking is not permitted in the unit and there is no TV. Guests are required to bring their own swimming towels.
Castanea Cottage is a stylish farm cottage that sleeps 7 to 9 guests. 2 Guests can be accommodated in the master bedroom which has an en-suite bathroom, 2 guests in the twin bedroom, and 3 to 5 in the loft. Castanea cottage has 2 fireplaces, 1 in the kitchen and dining room and 1 in the TV room. The outdoor fire pit is great for a group gathering and the veranda overlooking the small dam has enough space for long, lazy weekend lunches.
Smoking is not permitted in the unit. Guests are required to bring their own swimming towels.
Nearby activities include fishing, bird watching, and mountain biking.