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Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

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Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | View from room

Overview
Location
Prices
Amenities
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor Space

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Beacon Vlei Luxury Guest Farm, B3 D144, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal, 3275

Room options

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
1615 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds
Free WiFi

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
1615 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
2153 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
2 King Beds
Free WiFi

Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
2153 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed
Free WiFi

The Farm House

Mountain view
1184 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Balgowan

Located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Michaelhouse Nature Reserve, Beacon Vlei Guest Farm is within a 15-minute drive of Gowrie Farm Golf Course. This 12-room, 3.5-star cottage has in-room conveniences like kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves.

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Getting around

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Blueberry Café - ‬20 min drive
‪Caversham Mill Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
‪Ultra Stop - ‬21 min drive
‪The Bierfassl - ‬13 min drive
‪Terbodore Coffee - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

Guests of Beacon Vlei Guest Farm enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area.

The 12 heated accommodations feature kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Coffee makers, safes, and ironing boards are also standard.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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$66 nightly

Jun 8 - Jun 9

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
Children stay free (see details)

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 100 per person

Bedrooms

Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed: ZAR 150 per stay

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace

Laundry

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities

Work spaces

Desk

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
One pet total
Fee: ZAR 100 per pet per night

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Safe at front desk

Things to do

Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

12 units
Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

This property welcomes pets for ZAR 100 per pet, per night
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 150.0 per stay
Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 100.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 100 per person
Pet fee: ZAR 100 per pet, per night
Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 100.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 150.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Check-in: 2 PM
Check-out: 11 AM

Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

This cottage is located in Balgowan, close to Gowrie Farm Golf Course, Fordoun Spa, and Michaelhouse Nature Reserve. You'll also find The Junction and Sherwood Centre nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm on Jun 8, 2026 start from $67, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Beacon Vlei Guest Farm feature a casino on the premises?

No, Beacon Vlei Guest Farm doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Beacon Vlei Guest Farm good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including premium bedding and a kitchen in each cottage, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Beacon Vlei Guest Farm feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Beacon Vlei Guest Farm offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Beacon Vlei Guest Farm allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm for a fee of ZAR 100 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

The closest major airport to Beacon Vlei Guest Farm is Pietermaritzburg (PZB), which is about 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

Yes, some cottage at this cottage offer a furnished patio where guests can enjoy lake and mountain views.

Beacon Vlei Guest Farm Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 11, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful view of the dam, and the rustic but well-kept property adds to the charm of a relaxing weekend getaway. Huge thanks to Alex for being flexible in accommodating us for the lovely breakfast!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

May 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

The property needs some maintenance, however, it was clean and had everything we required. No wifi, toiletries or hairdryer. Fabulous views and quiet relaxing atmosphere. Close to main road.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

Verified

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Apr 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Didn’t live up to expectations

Could see that this used to be great (when photos were taken) While it was was mostly clean, there was a lot that didn’t live up to the promise or what we paid for. Lots of stains too. The bed linen is specifically tired and needing replacement - in no ways can it be called premium. There was no Wi-Fi and no bathtub - also both mentioned in the property description for the superior cottage (Crane Cottage). Convenient for the hockey festival at Michaelhouse and beautiful views but can’t say too much more of a positive nature

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 7, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super!!

Its quaint and relaxed. It felt like home away from home.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Nov 22, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find on Hotels.com!

Enjoyable stay. It is not a hotel so don't have expectations of that. Great tranquil area.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Mar 6, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended and good value.

Stunningly beautiful grounds with private lake. Very accommodating and friendly hosts (Alex and staff). We were also served a delicious breakfast. Location ideal for Michaelhouse school and the Midlands Meander route. Highly recommended for a peaceful and refreshing getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

Verified