Far Away Place

Winstone Farm Curry’s Post, Midlands, Kwazulu Natal, 3295 Curryʼs Post, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>120</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
120 reviews

What a great place. Off grid. Solitude and pure bliss. Clean and classy. Owners are very nice and helpfull. Will be back

John South Africa
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Far Away Place

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  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
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Set 10 km from Bosch Hoek Golf Club and 18 km from Howick Museum, Far Away Place features free WiFi and units fitted with a kitchen, terrace and seating area. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The holiday home offers garden views and an outdoor fireplace. All units come with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, oven, a coffee machine, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a desk. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in each unit. At the holiday home, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Curryʼs Post, like walking tours. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and Far Away Place can arrange a bicycle rental service. Howick Falls is 18 km from the accommodation, while Karkloof Nature Reserve is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 46 km from Far Away Place.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Curryʼs Post
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  • John
    South Africa South Africa
    “What a great place. Off grid. Solitude and pure bliss. Clean and classy. Owners are very nice and helpfull. Will be back”
  • Dr
    South Africa South Africa
    “The finesse. The attention to detail. The warmth of the hosts. Every comfort was provided for. The decor was exquisite!”
  • leon
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful location in the heart of the Midlands. Travel time from Salt Rock (minus road works) was not bad - approximately 1h45 with moderate traffic. Lodges are fully equipped and each has it's own unique design and flair (we booked The Tree...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Mark Trollip

9.7
9.7
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Host review score
Mark Trollip
** NO LOADSHEDDING - We Have Inverter, Solar & Backup Power - So you are not likely to experience load shedding during your stay ** In the HEART of the Kwazulu Natal Midlands Meander - A “Far Away Place” 3 gay-owned cottages DASHY, NGUNI cottage & a LUXURY TREEHOUSE. DASHY has views of our beautiful dam, huge Pine forests, while NGUNI looks over fields, mountains and the Karkloof Cliffs. The TREEHOUSE looks north over 800HA of private forest. We are 5km on the old Curry's Post Road from Terbodore Coffee and a short 12km drive into Nottingham Road. The cottages are well-appointed and we have 2 dams on the property if you fancy some fishing or a swim. We are also both avid mountain bikers and will be happy to share some of our routes in the neighbouring forest with you. All our cottages feature Queen XL beds, single beds and Egyptian cotton linen for your comfort. Check out the sleeping configuration for each. The lounge, kitchen and patio are all open plan. There is also a 43” Smart 4K TV for those cold misty days – feel free to bring your own media to watch on a flash stick. The kitchen has a gas stove top, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle and toaster. Our dogs are super friendly. Not keen on dogs? Then perhaps our cottages are not for you. Parties are NOT permitted. Pets by arrangement only.
We are social people, love our dogs (we have 6 of them - 5 Dachshunds (Smooch, Toffee, Chino, Peanut and Jelly Bean) and an adopted stray from the SPCA called Lady - so if dogs are not for you, then our cottage is not recommended. Being a gay, married couple we are obviously gay-friendly - but being gay is by NO MEANS a prerequisite to enjoying our beautiful cottage in Curry's Post on the Midlands Meander. Every man dies. Not every man really lives. (William Wallace) - So come live a little when you share our “FAR AWAY PLACE”, that is not too far away from everything in the Kwazulu Natal Midlands & The Meander – Curry’s Post.
Nestled in the heart of the Kwazulu Natal Midlands & the Midlands Meander, in Curry's Post - one of the more traditional and lesser commercialized parts of the Midlands is our beautiful cottage. We are approximately 12 kilometers from NOTTINGHAM ROAD and a great location to base yourself if you plan to do the Midlands Meander, Mooi River Howick Falls, Balgowan, Mandela Capture Site, BoschHoek Golf Estate or even the Drakensberg (we are about 30 minutes from KAMBERG). My partner and I love to eat our and travel - so feel free to use us for information on where to eat, drink or visit whilst you are here. Please note that we are a approximately 6km on a dirt from Curry's Post or The Nottingham Road side - getting to the beautiful views from the cottage does mean navigating these roads, which are generally in OK condition - however, we have a small vehicle we use on the farm and it copes fine - so do not be intimidated by this. It is worth the journey - trust us! If you are unsure of the road condition, please, please connect with us when you make your booking.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Far Away Place
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Far Away Place takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30 to 18:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 05:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 05:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Far Away Place in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 05:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Far Away Place

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Far Away Place on this page.

  • Far Away Place is 1.3 miles from the centre of Curryʼs Post. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Far Away Place offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Bike tours

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Far Away Place on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Far Away Place (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Far Away Place may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Far Away Place is from 14:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Far Away Place (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 5 guests
    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Far Away Place is popular with guests booking family stays.