Ardmore Guest Farm

A cosy guest farm with majestic views of the Drakensberg peaks.

If you're visiting the Drakensberg for more than just a serious hiking expedition, this is a comfortable, well-positioned base from which to explore the region and enjoy a well-rounded holiday.

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About Ardmore Guest Farm

Nestled within the Champagne Valley, which runs eastwards from South Africa's highest peaks, Ardmore Guest Farm exudes a laid-back country feel. It commands some of the most impressive mountain views in the country, a sense of home away from home and is a superb location from which to explore the action-packed area. Though the farm is chiefly now an organic timber producer, there are just enough farm animals around to encourage the kids to pull their wellies on and be a ranch-hand for a day or two. Whether it's hiking, fishing, golfing or horse-riding you're after, this cosy bed-and-breakfast will ensure you're fully prepared to tackle your adventure.

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From $60 person/night

Lodge

17 Rooms

Drakensberg, South Africa

What you'll love

Being ensconced in the dramatic scenery - and enjoying tea and scones in the garden on a sunny afternoon!

Insiders tip

Whether you're into ceramics, hand-woven textiles, paintings or beadwork, there are several art galleries and shops around with impressive work for sale.

Something to think about

There aren't many good restaurants close by so you're a little restricted in that sense - but the food at Ardmore is lovely, rustic fare.

The property

The main building consists of a restaurant, where complimentary buffet breakfasts and three-course candle-lit dinners are served, and a wooden bar. The lounge has a lovely cast-iron fireplace and the shaded veranda provides the perfect spot to relax on a summer's day. There's also a sunny deck to soak up some rays. The expansive grounds have two large swimming pools, a sizeable dam, a play area with a jungle gym and a trampoline and a barnyard with horses and sheep. There's also a well-stocked curio shop, a museum and a small gym.

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The rooms

There are several different accommodation options to choose from at Ardmore. Mountain-facing cottages have 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms, while the garden suites are semi-detached and have one room each. All the units have ensuite bathrooms with Jacuzzi spa baths, tea and coffee making facilities, Wi-fi and a wood-burning fireplace. The rooms have a homely feel and effort has been made to adorn them with local artwork and a family's touch.

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Activities

Cultural

Water Sports

Bush Walks

The obvious reason to come to the Drakensberg is for the hiking, though there are many other ways to stay busy around Ardmore. On the farm you can fish, mountain bike, have a game of tennis or badminton, ride a horse or go for a stroll. There are two wonderful golf courses in the valley and in the summer, you can white-water raft the Little Tugela River. There are several battle sites from the Anglo-Boer War nearby, including Winston Churchill's capture site, as well as a couple of game reserves (Spionkop and Giant's Castle) where you might see anything from giraffe and zebra to rhinos. Art-lovers can indulge in everything from bushman rock art to ceramics (at the Ardmore museum) and crafts and beadwork at Amangwe (a co-op of 40 different artists).

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About Drakensberg

Drakensberg

Hiking or walking, driving or climbing, enjoy the country’s most dramatic, soaring scenery.

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