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Reviews of Old Mill Drift Guest Farm

S1356, District Clarens, Free State, 9725 Clarens, South Africa

#12 of 12 hotels in Clarens

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 239 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    Great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The directions to the location are not so clear. It would also be helpful to guests to alert them that there is a network switch to Lesotho ones so they come prerared. It would be nice if the place offered towels and robes and bath soaps.

    Once you arrive at the location, it's beautiful and fresh.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There's no South African network connection which might be a problem incase of emergencies.

    The area is peaceful, adventurous and perfect for anyone wanting to connect with nature.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thr scenic views and hikes. Quiet resort with friendly assistance always

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    9.0
    We enjoyed our stay and it was the perfect getaway for some quiet time and to be off the grid.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road is a bit tricky to drive on in some places but it is managable.

    We loved the view and the donkey was a highlight.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Drive a bigger car cause a compact SUV might not be able to manage cause the rocks are a bit big

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    9.0
    The location, surroundings and view (!) exceeded our expectations. What a lovely hidden gem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

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    The location, surroundings and view (!) exceeded our expectations. What a lovely hidden gem.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful location. Very friendly and helpful staff

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I guess it is part of the experience, but it was difficult for me to find out where we could hike and what our boundaries were. Also, I was nervous to walk too far since there was no cell phone signal and I had no idea what I would do if I needed help if I got stuck on a hiking trail.

    The accommodation is excellent value for money. The views are breathtaking. It is quiet and there is too much space to begin to explore. I can think of no other place to go to rejuvenate one's soul. The dogs loved every second! Not that it was necessary but its good to know that Clarens is just a 30-minute drive away.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful views. Peaceful and away from all the city noise

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    8.0
    1st time in Clarens
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little more information could have been provided on how to actually get to the lodge as it's about a 3km dirt road, which is more suited to 4x4 vehicles. No WiFi or cellphone signal, but WiFi can be arranged in advance. Also, there are no amenities such as tea, coffee, toilet paper or towels provided in the unit I stayed in. The unit was completely self-catering, which I was unaware of at the time of booking. I also had to upgrade my booking after first booking so that I could have a private bathroom. Next time I go I will be better prepared.

    The guesthouse was beautiful, clean and welcoming.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2023

    7.0
    The stay was nice but the road not so nice. They could have warned us about the road.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The road to the place are not mention in the description. If you have a car the is low you will not be able to get to the place. There are "hidden" road but they are block with big stones.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road have been quite a rough gravel road and far to drive

    The accommodation was awesome. Stunning view and bonus was the beautiful horses.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    7.0
    We had a lovely stay and would love to return
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room is freezing which is understandable as it is winter but it would be good to have more blankets or heaters. The fire extinguishers on the property have not been serviced and we didn’t have one in our room.

    Lovely location. Friendly people who were always attentive.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    7.0
    Lovely clean bedding, huge double door fridge made a big difference
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing except the raid in and out

    The surroundings are nice , always hot water ,a big plus,extra blankets were provided for cold nights .. a Boma would have been nicer closer to chalet , road to old mill should be scraped...overall excellent

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    8.0
    We had the most incredible family get away. Quiet and remote - yet close to Clarens
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Blankets were a little thin. Had been warned and took our own! Taking own toilet paper seemed strange!

    Spectacular setting with beautiful scenery and well marked hikes

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2023

    9.0
    One of the most beautiful farms in South Africa
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location is to die for. The accommodation is located on an incredibly beautiful working farm, down a long dirt road with no cellphone signal. Heaven

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I did not sleep well on the beds. For the amount of people that can stay in one house, there should be 2 bathrooms

    There were maps of the walking trails, and the fiews was awsome

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2023

    8.0
    We will be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such a beautiful location.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was fine.

    The hiking trails and the scenary, the beautiful mountains.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathrooms need a revamp,they were very clean Wifi is a problem we bought tokens for alot of money but could not activate them

    Location was lovely Accommodation was clean Peaceful

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom can do with a upgrade, it was however very clean. Wifi was a problem we bought tokens but could not load them so it was alot of money waisted

    Location Cleanliness Friendly staff Peaceful

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2023

    8.0
    a perfect honeymoon with the love of my life - my Labrador!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    this property is absolutely insane!! I never imagined that we would find such a hidden gem location at the end of that dirt road. from the epic landscape of mountains to the farm animals and horses, it was breathtaking. The people were so warm and welcoming, even helped us make fire!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2023

    8.0
    PEACE AND QUIT TRANQUILITY AND BEAUTIFULL
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    THAT WE HAD TO SHARE OUR SHOWERS WITH THE CAMPSITE

    THE PLACE SO PERFECTLY FITTED AND HAD EVERYTHING WE NEEDED. THE BED MATTRESS WAS A BIT WORN, BUT THE SPACE AND CLEANLINESS AND THE REST WAS GREAT.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The last stretch of dirt road is challenging.

    Dogs, view and hiking. Tranquility

    Stayed in April 2023

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