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Reviews of Varkenskraal Farm

N12, Meiringspoort Varkenskraal Farm, 6651 De Rust, South Africa

#1 of 9 Holiday rentals in De Rust

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 135 apartment reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    10
    Magical experience. We were greeted and well looked after. Totally recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful location, clean and spacious

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    A Tranquil and Elegant Niche in the Meiringspoort Valley
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights

    My inital if exaggerated concerns about possibly being inconveniently marooned out in the boondocks were dispelled by a few trips back and forth from town. Gaining familiarity, each trip of a few kms seemed shorter than the last!

    This is a large spacious, well-appointed and tastefully furnished farm-stay a just few km north of the quaint village of De Rust, sited on a hillside from which one looks out over the nearby vineyards to a pair of bulls roaming the adjacent hillside. Debbie is a delightful hostess, available without being intrusive. The first thing one notices upon entering is that everything from towels to linens to appliances is first class! The interior is spotless and the amenities lack for nothing. Tranquil atmosphere. A nice veranda from which to enjoy a glass of local wine. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    What a treat!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything! The views, the birds, the host, the cottage.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    9.0
    Varkenskraal jou doring!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    NOt applicable.

    We booked this property as we wanted to visit Meiringspoort. What an absolute gem! The views are magnificent and we enjoyed every minute of our stay! The wine that comes from the grapes grown on this farm are good!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaimts

    The view The double shower was amazing And the welcome from Debbie

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    One night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Peaceful, great views, good comfortable accommodation with everything you need.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Lovely cottage in a peaceful location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Debbie greeted us warmly, she was very friendly and helpful. Cottage was very clean and comfortable, in a very peaceful location. Welcoming bottle of wine was left in the fridge. Would definitely recommend.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    10
    Great place, clean and equipedd with all you need. Hostess very friendly, Relax and enjoy the view,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was just fine, nothing to complain about.

    The hostess Debbie was very friendly and helpful. Beautifull place with a great view over the farm and mountains. Equipped with everything you need and much more. You can just relax and enjoy the view after a long day's drive. Will definitely stay there again.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    10
    Awesome, quite !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It had all the listed amenities. Was extremely clean For a weekend getaway or a stay-over between cities, this is a most definite. A quite getaway in the nature with the most beautiful sunsets You will not get a TV here. And a TV is not expected to be here, you are here for a break from the chaos

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Very comfortable 2 night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Peaceful amongst the vines and views of the mountains. Well equipped with everything you need to self cater. Very comfortable bed , Not far to De Rust where there was a good selection of restaurants and cafes.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable with everything you need. Beautiful views and excellent quality.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable with everything you need. Beautiful views and excellent quality.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very clean and the host welcomed us in a friendly manner despite us arriving late. She was very helpful with information we needed about restaurants in the area. Lovely fireplace in front of the unit. Unit is equipped with everything you need.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The house is in a beautiful area overlooking the mountains and the vineyards. Debbie is very friendly and cannot do enough for you . Lovely touches such as an ice cold bottle of wine in the fridge and the air-conditioned room was very welcome in the heat. Lovely environment to just sit back and chill

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    10
    Great to disconnect. Beautiful location. Stunning.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is great. Welcome wine highly appreciated, we bought an extra case. Debbie is an incredible host, perfect spot! Nice two nights to explore the area

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2023

    10
    Beautiful property! Host is lovely and so helpful. Definitely worth a stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not applicable

    The location of this property is absolutely beautiful! The property is modern and has all the comforts you need.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2023

    9.0
    fabulous host , gorgeous cottage, scenically beautiful, excellent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would give it 10 out of 10 if there were hiking trails and a pool. I realise that this is not a holiday resort so this is not a criticism .

    gorgeous setting

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    9.0
    An extremely neat clean and well maintained functional place to stay with beautiful surroundings.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The unit we stayed in had a bathroom in the main bedroom. We only stayed one night so it was fine but I think for guests staying for a longer period this could be a problem.

    The host went out of her way to make the experience pleasant and comfortable .

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful view and incredibly peaceful. The dam on the property was also great. A great pet friendly option.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The roads on the farm are gravel and not suitable for your sportscar. No cell phone coverage but good wifi is available.

    The cottage has a private setting on a farm in a beautiful area close to town. There is patio funiture front and back. Very good finishes, beautiful somewhat rustic interior. Good info on loadshedding, back up power for lights works well.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    9.0
    Our stay was lovely and Debbie was wonderful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The water pressure is very low in the shower when two shower heads are on simultaneously.

    Its beautifully situated within a valley and views are stunning!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    10
    We will definitely return and tell all our friends about it. Thank you Debbie.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything.

    This is a beautiful property with all the facilities you can think of. So comfortable and warm. There was even a bottle of Varkenskraal Chenin Blanc in the fridge. Just lovely.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect. The place was beautiful and clean. The views are jaw dropping, and you can enjoy watching the sun set while relaxing by the bonfire. Whatever utensils you need, are provided. Debbie was very welcoming. Extra blankets and electric blankets were provided for those cold Karoo nights. A complimentary bottle of wine made from grapes grown on the farm made it extra special. The surrounding area is magnificent. Cape Nature does an excellent job at making it accessible. De Rust has some excellent eateries for lunch.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    Beautiful location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Basic Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Strong smell of fire in the cottage. Possibly due to wind blowing down chimney and venting inside. Otherwise a perfect stay!

    Gorgeous venue, incredible views. Peaceful. I can't wait to come back. Debbie was a wonderful host.

    Stayed in August 2023

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