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Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

A tranquil lakeside scene with houses and trees.

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

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

A white building with a pond in front, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.

A dining area with a long table, chairs, a chandelier, and a view of greenery outside.

Overview
Location
Prices
Amenities
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

includes taxes & fees

28 June - 29 June

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
150 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
150 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
200 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
2 King Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
200 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed
Free Wi-Fi

The Farm House

Mountain view
110 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Balgowan

At Beacon Vlei Guest Farm, you'll be 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and 10.5 km (6.5 mi) from Gowrie Farm Golf Course. .You can enjoy free WiFi, flat-screen TVs and coffee/tea makers, featured in all 12 accommodations. In-room dining is easy with kitchens that come equipped with fridges, microwaves and stovetops. You'll find nice touches like free toiletries and premium bedding to enhance your stay. Additionally, safes, hairdryers and irons/ironing boards are available.

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Getting around

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Blueberry Café - ‬20 min drive
‪The Bierfassl - ‬13 min drive
‪Caversham Mill Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
‪Ultra Stop - ‬21 min drive
‪La Lampara - ‬12 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

Beacon Vlei Guest Farm offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Beacon Vlei Guest Farm also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Balgowan cottage is smoke free.

12 guestrooms or units

Childcare (surcharge)

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk safe

Terrace

Garden

BBQ grill(s)

Outdoor picnic space

No smoking on site

Beacon Vlei Guest Farm offers 12 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Balgowan cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Kitchen
Washing machine
Parking included
Restaurant

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: ZAR 100 per pet, per night
Maximum 1 pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

Yep, Beacon Vlei Guest Farm has a free self car park.

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

As of 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm on 28 Jun 2026 start from NZ$126, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

The closest beach to Beacon Vlei Guest Farm is Craigie Burn Dam (33.1 km).

Is Beacon Vlei Guest Farm family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Beacon Vlei Guest Farm is a hit with families.

Does Beacon Vlei Guest Farm serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

No, Beacon Vlei Guest Farm does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beacon Vlei Guest Farm?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

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 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!

Verified

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

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

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

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

Verified

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

Verified