"Amazing place."

Very unique and beautiful place with an amazing view, very friendly and caring staff. We had an epic time at the accommodation.

"Beautiful, warm environment."

The house was beautiful, and the location was amazing. My friends and family loved every minute of it.

"Fantastic."

We had a great stay and the view is incredible.

"Everything you need for a wonderful visit with family and friends!"

Comfortable, large, spacious and tidy house. Beautiful view from rooms, pool and veranda. You will not be disappointed!

"A must stay!"

The stay was absolutely incredible! The views were unbelievable, and the house was fully stocked and clean. The property was beautiful, with so much to do just at the house.

"Beautiful house with lots of space."

We booked both houses, Windmill and Ridge Road Country House, as we are a family of 16 that celebrate Christmas in July annually. We found that Ridge Road could comfortably accommodate us with enough cutlery, etc. I always find it helpful to find out more about the rooms. The main house is on multiple floors and is not suitable for crawling children or children who cannot swim. It is also not suitable for wheelchairs or crutches (that was me one year, thankfully all healed now), or a person finding stairs a challenge, like my Gran. The wall panel heater didn’t do much to warm the room. Room 1 is on the same level as the kitchen and best suited for an older person, avoiding too many stairs or steep stairs, as this house does have many. It has a walk-in shower and a king bed that can be made into two singles. My Gran slept here. I would recommend packing an extra little heater as this room is chilly. All the beds do have electric blankets and some have the wall panel heaters, but I didn’t feel they did much to warm the rooms. Room 2 is in a basement with its own door to the patio area. It also has its own small bathroom (shower) and can be made into singles or a king. This room can also be cold. Upstairs, Room 3 has the most amazing view and sun, with an en suite bathroom (bath only). Room 4 and 5 also have beautiful views and share a bathroom (shower only). Both rooms can be made into singles or king beds. Room 6 is like a small cottage with its own fireplace. It includes a bathroom, sunroom, shower (steam shower - not working at the time), and bath, and patio. It is also easier to carry any heavy luggage to the second floor through Room 6 as it has access to the parking area. Pack wood or buy in town, as wood is not available to purchase on site. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. I do have a suggestion for the host/manager, that he be available 24 hours on WhatsApp for emergencies, as the number given is not his and is only available during the gallery times (where you fetch the key). We did eventually get the host's number, and he is also not on WhatsApp.

"Great getaway to unwind. Clarens, a quaint town 3.5 hours from JHB."

Very quiet and tranquil.

"Delicious."

We enjoyed the stay very much. Neat house. Enough space and well equipped.

"Loved it."

My kids and I loved the Windmill house. It provided us with an excellent location to relax and the perfect distance from everything to feel secluded, yet convenient. The style of the cottage lets you experience the Free State, with wonderful well-thought-out touches.

"Breathtaking!"

What a beautiful place! Coming from the concrete jungle, this was the best place for us to come and unwind. The views were stunning, the place was tranquil, and it has absolutely everything you need for a great time. They will definitely see us again.

"Everything was beautiful."

Many thanks to Ridge Road Estate for the wonderful accommodation. We had such a great time, everything you need is there plus much more. Lupa, the dog, came to visit and we really enjoyed her, she is very photogenic herself. We will 100% visit again!

"Neat house with everything needed."

Hot water for such a spacious house was a bit of a problem.

"Amazing."

Best place in/near Clarens for a group.

"Spacious and elegant, it felt like we were in a Tuscan villa. We were a group of family friends travelling together for a long weekend."

The decor is beautiful and the surroundings so peaceful and relaxing. It's possible to hike on the property and Clarens is less than a ten-minute drive for great restaurants and arty shops. We enjoyed the board games on offer and even swam in the pool a few times! The rooms are large and airy with plenty of space for everyone.

"Perfect location. Amazing views! Just what the soul needed."

We stayed in Windmill Cottage and it was just perfect. Had everything we needed (including all considerations for load shedding). Completely private but close enough to town if we wanted to pop in. The furnishings were great and very comfortable. We fell in love the minute we walked through the gate. Did not want to leave.

"Beautiful"

For people who want to switch off, this is definitely the right place.

"Best view."

For people who want to switch off, this is a perfect place.

"Beautiful view, hiking trails and house!"

Ridge Road almost felt like pieces of Italy to me! The cottage has three bedrooms with their own bathrooms - so each couple has their own privacy. There is a farm swimming pool in which one can cool off. We hung out on the porch most of the time, because the view is breathtaking! This unit is close to Clarens and offers privacy. We and especially our dog kids had a great time at Ridge Road Estate! The unit's decor (modern farmhouse) is very beautiful and inspiring!. The unit has some load shedding lights and a gas stove. The kitchen has everything one needs! There is no security at the windows, but we didn't have any problems! There are a lot of ticks (as in any open field) so just make sure you take them off your animals when you're done walking! There is a river and pools of water. There is a big dog who likes to come and visit - his name is Fuss - he liked to play with our dogs and was not a problem. But if you don't like dogs, you can close the gate and then he can't come in! One has to pay R1000 to receive the key - breakage deposit! There is no wifi - but with such a view you will be able to take a nice break from your smartphone! We were at Ridge Road for Christmas and it was really special - there is even a real Christmas tree outside the house. We enjoyed our time at Ridge Road Estate!

"Amazing."

It was amazing, enjoyed it.

"Spacious area, in nature with sufficient facilities to receive a group of people."

We didn't use Ridge Road's wifi, but our own connection was weak.

"Beautiful cottage for dog lovers, pay attention to listing."

This was a beautiful cottage, well appointed and clean. Kitchen has everything you need, from electric and gas appliances to a zester and cheese grater. Plenty of pots, pans, utensils. Modern decor. No aircon, but have fans. May be cold in winter but they have a wood-burning stove. We didn't use the rustic pool since it rained. Bathrooms are tight but are usable. Modern layout great for families with teens (wouldn't suggest for small ones). Not great for anyone with mobility issues as the grounds are rocky and could be slippery in winter or with rain. Also, you really need to like dogs. They have a giant Irish wolfhound that you will either love (we did, but our dog was scared of her for the first two days though she was as friendly as she could be) or you will not love. She can get into the yard and wants to play/have a chat at all times of the day. However, she is an awesome hiking companion. She took me all over the farm, on and off the trails. Be wary of ticks! I picked up two on my hike. And didn't even think about ticks so didn't spray. Property is secluded and gorgeous. Pay attention to the listing! The pictures I see mix up the windmill cottage and the larger property. Make sure you know what you are renting. No backup power during load shedding. We forgot to check and it seems to be regular around 6 - 8 am and before dinner so our meal prep was hampered. Would recommend to anyone with teens and dog owners/dog lovers. They require a R1000 deposit when picking up the keys. I don't remember that in the listing. Pricey location to be honest, compared to other dog-friendly properties but it's beautiful and we enjoyed our stay! Also, no wifi. We didn't use the DSTV so cannot comment, but there is limited cell service.

"Disappointing weekend."

The farmhouse is full of character in a lovely setting, but pricey and some of the facilities struggle to cater for the full capacity of the house. The main issue was the giant farm dog that was continually coming to the house seeking attention and food, we lost a pack of boerewors the first evening. The dog also loves to swim in the pool then run around wet and muddy, including inside the house. There is no real way to keep the dog away as the house is not enclosed, so it was a regular nuisance. The house does not come with a cleaning service either, despite the cost or the mess that the dog brings daily, cleaning is a pricey extra. When we asked the owners to please contain their dog especially during dinner time, we were met with a rather rude refusal. Disappointing for a quiet family retreat.

"Beautiful place."

We enjoyed every moment the beautiful house, the view, the view from the rooms the kitchen and then the dog we love him. The swimming pool and the braai area were the best thank you for a beautiful Christmas.

"Great."

Very neat and comfortable.

"Unbelievably awesome."

Great location and incredible scenery. The cottage had more than enough space for all. Thanks so much, will be back for longer.

"Amazing stay"

We had a great time staying in the cottage at Ridge Estate. The relaxing environment is perfect for a quiet break away. The cottage offers spectacular views, especially when relaxing in the pool. At night we were blessed with amazing lightning storms as they lit up the surrounding mountains. We stayed for a week and the cottage had everything we needed. A bonus was the dishwasher and laundry room. The farm offered plenty of space for us to roam and let the dogs burn some energy. It is also a quick drive to all the pet friendly walks at Clarens Dam. Will definitely recommend for anybody looking for a comfortable, relaxing stay.

"Relaxing, comfy. "

One issue was the gas bottle wasn’t working properly.

"Family Christmas 2020."

Excellent accommodation and location. Will definitely book again!

"A lovely place to stay, beautiful accommodation and setting."

See stars.

"Wonderful experience and a beautiful house."

The unit exceeded all of our expectations. The house is beautiful and well equipped with everything you need. Will definitely go back.

"This is definitely one of the warmest, most comfortable and most beautiful accommodation spots with everything you need."

We had a great stay and slept warm at night and during the day we had sunshine. The beds slept nice and warm with clean linen. Our dog also felt at home and safe with the garden and braai area being fenced.

"Nice place to relax. "

Interesting decor in cottage. Everything was clean and there were fresh flowers to welcome us. All of the facilities available, just would've liked containers for the microwave and sharp knives. Also a braai grid. The website photo is misleading. We saw the photo of the main house but not of the cottage.

"Very comfortable and well equipped accommodation for a break for larger groups."

View is beautiful and the charcoal stove is amazing. Held floors create a nice warm atmosphere and crackle when you walk.