The Homestead

32 GENL DAN PIENAAR DRIVE DAN PIENAAR, 9301 Bloemfontein, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>393</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
393 reviews

The host was very friendly and accommodating. Ample parking was available as we traveled with a trailer. Comfortable beds, a nice size room, and a lovely big bathroom and shower. Filter coffee and rusks were a bonus. Thank you.

Pelser South Africa
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The Homestead

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  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
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Set within 2.5 km of Oliewenhuis Art Gallery and 26 km of Boyden Observatory in Bloemfontein, The Homestead features accommodation with seating area. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio and a swimming pool. The apartment offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Certain units in the apartment complex have private entrance and are equipped with desk and wardrobe. Some of the units feature a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, and a private bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer. At the apartment complex, some units are fitted with a coffee machine and chocolates or cookies. The apartment features a barbecue and a garden. Gallery On Leviseur Bloemfontein is 600 metres from The Homestead, while Preller Square is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is Bram Fischer International Airport, 12 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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 bunk bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 bunk beds
and
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
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Bloemfontein
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  • Pelser
    South Africa South Africa
    “The host was very friendly and accommodating. Ample parking was available as we traveled with a trailer. Comfortable beds, a nice size room, and a lovely big bathroom and shower. Filter coffee and rusks were a bonus. Thank you.”
  • Makashammy
    South Africa South Africa
    “I liked everything. Very warm welcome, Riaan is a great host, he allowed us early check-in at short notice and he kept checking up on us. Apartment is clean and cozy, has all the essentials for a self catering unit. Plenty towels in the rooms, you...”
  • Manu
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Riaan was very friendly and professional, good communication regarding load shedding. We enjoyed the private parking right next to the unit. The unit was neat and tidy. Very well maintained grass and pool. Overall a very nice place.”
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.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.8Based on 390 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Things to do in and around Dan Pienaar. Oliewenhuis Art Museum is housed in a Neo-Dutch style mansion which served as residence for the Governor General of the Union of South Africa. In 1985 it was converted into an Art Museum as a satellite of the National Museum Bloemfontein. The Free State Botanical Gardens are situated on the northern outskirts of Bloemfontein. The botanical garden is home to 400 species of plants, two dams, and an indigenous Karee and wild olive dominated vegetation. Visit the Sand du Plessis Theatre as well as the Andre Hugenoot Theatre for ballets, opera, plays, choir performances etc.

Property information

The luxurious self-catering two bedroom unit accommodates a family of four. Facilities such as DSTV, fully equipped kitchen and laundry, living room, braai and safe parking.

Neighbourhood information

The Homestead Cottage is situated in the tranquil surrounding of Bloemfontein, close to shopping centres like Mimosa Mall, Preller Square and the Waterfront. Medi-Clinic is also nearby. We are centrally situated between all major schools – Grey, Eunice, Oranje, Sentraal, St-Andrews and St-Michaels.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Homestead
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bathroom
    • Private bathroom
    • Free toiletries
    Living Area
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Satellite channels
    Outdoors
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    Activities
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    The Homestead takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 16:00

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

    Check-out

    From 09:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment 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

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Homestead accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Legal information

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

    FAQs about The Homestead

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The Homestead is 1.5 miles from the centre of Bloemfontein. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Homestead has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

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

    • The Homestead offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Swimming Pool

    • Check-in at The Homestead is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, The Homestead is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Homestead can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

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

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