About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Penwarn Farm in Drakensberg Garden offers a farm stay experience with a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy outdoor fireplaces, an outdoor play area, and barbecue facilities. Comfortable Amenities: Each room features a private bathroom, kitchenette, balcony, and garden or mountain views. Additional amenities include a spa bath, work desk, and interconnected rooms. Convenient Location: Located 89 mi from Pietermaritzburg Airport, the property is near attractions such as Himeville Museum (16 mi) and Himeville Nature Reserve (17 mi). Guests appreciate the scenic views and excellent service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free Parking Available On Site


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Gustav
South Africa South Africa
Location was amazing. Chalet was extremely well equipped. Breakfast N/A?
Thamika
Qatar Qatar
It was a beautiful. It was a good getaway for the weekend. A little social media detox and great bonding with the family.
Ahmet
South Africa South Africa
It was amazing, very good view , quite and beautiful
Restevo
South Africa South Africa
1. Beautiful scenery. 2. Friendly and helpful staff. 3. Heater in the bathroom. 4. Electric blankets and fireplace
Ireen
South Africa South Africa
Beautiful scenery, cozy, super clean accomodation. Amazing staff, absolutely helpful. Will definitely be back. Oh and we had snow that was the highlight of our stay. Accomodation cleaned daily, towels changed daily. Firewood brought tp you as...
Ireen
South Africa South Africa
Beautiful scenery, cozy, super clean accomodation. Amazing staff, absolutely helpful. Will definitely be back. Oh and we had snow that was the highlight of our stay. Accomodation cleaned daily, towels changed daily. Firewood brought tp you as...
Carmen
South Africa South Africa
It was absolutely beautiful inside and out, there is nothing negative i could say about staying there! My car might not agree, the driveway is very daunting but we managed to conquer our fear and enjoy our stay at this gem.
Caleb
South Africa South Africa
Amazing staff. Amazing room and facilities. Cant say anything bad about it at all. We also saw some great animals like a caracal on the rock art hike trail. Highly recommend.
Jogi
South Africa South Africa
Back to Nature- Silence- Nature sounds only. Minimal Human sound
Roberts
South Africa South Africa
My partner and I loved the view, the accommodation and the privacy. Our favourite part was the sundown drive as our host accommodated everything perfectly. There was even an emergency that he attended too immediately. I thank you so much to the...

Managed by Penwarn Farm

Company review score: 9.6Based on 78 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We look forward to welcoming you to Penwarn Farm Lodge and providing you with an amazing farm holiday experience. Penwarn Farm Lodge offers a comfortable yet authentic farm experience just outside the town of Underberg. Penwarn Farm Lodge, in the heart of the Underberg, provides guests with that authentic farm experience, but without sparing any of the luxuries you’d expect to enjoy on your holiday. There a range of accommodation options available, with choices to suit couples, friends and families alike. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life and enjoy all the natural beauty that Penwarn has to offer.

Property info

An Unforgettable Farm Lodge Experience Join us at Penwarn Farm, located in the foothills of the Southern Drakensberg, for a stunning farm lodge escape. Rustic yet modern, Penwarn Farm Lodge can be found just 25km on a gravel (may have potholes) road from Underberg in South Africa. As you drive down the Khyber Pass, you’ll be greeted with the all the beauty that Penwarn has to offer. The farm lodge lies in an exquisite valley surrounded by lakes, and borders Highlands Farm which was established in 1886. Over 3400 hectares of land is farmed by the fifth generation of Nicholson’s, raising cattle and sheep and planting maize and potatoes for the market. Sharing the grasslands are zebra, hartebeest and blesbok. Birdlife is of abundance and the cranes and wild geese can be spotted from the comfort of your room. Penwarn truly is an animal enthusiast’s paradise! The ambience of the farm is relaxed, rustic, and modern, and is perfect for a variety of occasions including weddings, conferences, family adventures and romantic getaways. PLEASE NOTE network signal can be hard to get in places. We do have free WiFi at reception and signal for phone calls.

Neighborhood info

An Animal Lover’s Paradise What’s a farm if it isn’t home to a variety of animals? At Penwarn you’ll find that you’ll be sharing the grounds with zebra, blesbok and hartebeest. Penwarn is also just teeming with interesting birdlife, and species of crane and wild geese frequently visit the farm. Never at a Loss at What to Do While you could always have a truly relaxing getaway spent reading in our comfortable rooms and languidly strolling our grounds, we understand that some guests crave a bit more adventure! Penwarn offers up a range of activities to keep guests entertained, including adventure activities such as hiking, horse riding and swimming. There are various cultural experiences to be had in the nearby town of Underberg. PLEASE NOTE we are on a gravel road that may have potholes, drive with caution

Languages Spoken

English,Xhosa,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Penwarn Farm

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Penwarn Farm takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 400 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Penwarn Farm of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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