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Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

A covered outdoor seating area with a brick fireplace, a table and chairs, and a view of the countryside. - Beacon Vlei Guest Farm (Balgowan)

A dining area with a long table, chairs, a chandelier, and a view of greenery outside. - Beacon Vlei Guest Farm (Balgowan)

A white building with a pond in front, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees. - Beacon Vlei Guest Farm (Balgowan)

You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Laundry room
Outdoor space

฿2,395 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

Room options

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Tonight

Sept 27 - Sept 28

Tomorrow

Sept 28 - Sept 29

All rooms

2 beds

3+ beds

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A bedroom with a large window, a bed with patterned pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
150 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

A thatched-roof cottage with a grassy yard, a canoe, and a dog.

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
150 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
200 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
2 King Beds

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
200 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

The Farm House

Mountain view
110 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Balgowan is home to Beacon Vlei Guest Farm. Sherwood Centre and The Junction are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Balgowan travel guide

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

Getting around

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
51 min drive

Restaurants

La Lampara
12 min drive
Chocolate Heaven
14 min drive
Blueberry Café
20 min drive
Cafe Bloom
15 min drive
Country Market
15 min drive

About this property

Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

Property highlights
At Beacon Vlei Guest Farm, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
- Free self-parking
- Continental breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and a front desk safe
- Smoke-free property and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm offer comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
- Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
- Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchens and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
Children stay free (see details)

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
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
Smoke-free property

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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 100 per pet, per night

1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 150.0 per stay.

Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 100.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for continental breakfast: from 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Beacon Vlei Guest Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of ZAR 100 per pet, per night.

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

As of 27 Sep 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm on 30 Sep 2026 start from ฿2,083, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

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

What time is check-out at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Beacon Vlei Guest Farm located?

Situated in Balgowan, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and within 9 miles (15 km) of Gowrie Farm Golf Course and Sherwood Centre. The Junction and Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Beacon Vlei Guest Farm Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 Apr 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!

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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

26 May 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 review

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

7 Apr 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 review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Aug 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 review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

22 Nov 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

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10/10 Excellent

Clifford

6 Mar 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

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