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GUEST FARM BONNIEVALE

The Farm life…  In the picturesque countryside, Merwenstein Guest Farm offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. 

ABOUT

With 11 rooms offering 28 beds, we can host up to 32 guests. Our property features a large panorama room, a beautiful garden, a trampoline, swimming pool, hot tubs, birdwatching opportunities, fishing spots, farm walks, running, and cycling paths.

Since 1994: Heidi & Hugo started with Merwenstein Guest Farm more than 30 years ago with 3 rooms.

3 Types of accommodation:

Guest house with Panorama Room:   Communal Kitchen & Living room.  Room 1-4

Cottages:   

Cozy 1-2 bedroom Appartment. Enclosed yard. Ideal for pets. Huis Hendrik. Huis Truna. Unit 9. 

Studio Units:  

Bachelor/ Sudio Appartments:  Unit 6 & Unit 7 & Unit 8     

Romantic Couples

Experience a romantic farm retreat where you can unwind and reconnect. Relax in a hot tub under a starry sky, listen to birds chirping, and occasionally hear the gentle hum of a farm tractor. Surrounded by lush orchards and vineyards, it’s the perfect escape.

Pet-Friendly

We welcome pets by prior arrangement at an extra cost. All floors are tiled, providing a pet-friendly environment where your furry friends can run on the farm and swim in the dam. Our three resident Vizslas are always eager to make new friends.

Events Accommodation

Planning a special event? Our large party room is perfect for kitchen teas, birthday parties, baby showers, and more.

We provide a delightful setting for your memorable moments.

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OUR SERVICES

Our units are self-catering, but we offer the following meals upon prior arrangement:
  • Breakfast: R150 per person
  • Lunch Packs: R100 per person (for guests heading out for the day)
  • Dinner: R200 per person
Daily housekeeping available: towels replaced every two days or upon request.

Laundry service is available, subject to availability. ​
Free Wi-Fi,
Smart TV with YouTube & Netflix
Solar Power
 
Air conditioning
(available in Room 1,2,3 & Huis Truna at R50 per aircon per day).​

GALLERY

THINGS TO DO

​Outdoor BBQ Facilities:
Available upon request
For Sale: Wood @R40
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Wood Fire-Driven Hot-Tub: Room 1&2, Unit 7, Huis Truna​
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Hike/Cycling:
Walk or ride around on the farm between the vineyards and orchards. 
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Trampoline:
A fun activity for kids.
Parents to supervise children.
Hiking: Relax and unwind in our well-maintained garden, explore the farm’s natural beauty
Farm Tour: Subject to availability
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Birdwatching:
Bring your own equipment.​​
Communal Swimming Pool: 
Take a refreshing dip in our sparkling swimming pool, perfect for cooling off on a sunny day.  Open 24/7
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Swim or Fish​
Farm Dam & River Access
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Pets:
Pets are welcome with prior arrangement at R150 per pet, per stay.

House Rules & Information

Guest Information: Check-In and Check-Out
  • Check-In Time: 14:00 – 17:00
  • Check-Out Time: 10:00
    For early arrivals or late departures, please arrange in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate your requests.​​
Quiet Hours:
Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM to ensure the comfort of all guests.

Please keep noise to a minimum at all times, especially when moving in between units and facilities.
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Resource Conservation:
We use Solar Energy – Please help us to save by switching off lights, air conditioning, and other appliances when not in use, together we can reduce our carbon footprint.
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GUEST REVIEW

     Tranquil and Pet friendly. The best for animal lovers.  The host was amazing, the view incredible, as an animal lover it was so pet friendly. We got visited by so many Furkids. The host taught us so much history of the property. We will be back.”
Kirsty.  29 January 2024

Come and enjoy the farm-life with us!

Bee Products

We sell our raw honey on request. Contact us.

​Raw fynbos honey is considered one of the healthiest types of honey, retaining more vitamins, enzymes, antioxidants, and other beneficial compounds.

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Beekeeping

Our farm produce honey from indigenous fynbos plants, offering two distinct types depending on the flowering season.

 

We prioritize ethical and sustainable practices, ensuring the well-being of the bees and the preservation of the fynbos ecosystem.​

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