De Oude Kraal Country Estate and Spa based on a 3000Ha fifth generational sheep farm, founded on excellence in 1855, is your whole holiday in one stay. We have pet friendly, self-catering and luxury Bloemfontein accommodation options for families, couples or single travellers looking for safe and peaceful guesthouse options, with a breakfast buffet included. Relax in our Spa facilities with a jacuzzi, sauna, pool, light lunch, cake & tea on the house. All our guesthouse options come with complimentary: Sunset game drives, naked-eye star gazing, bird watching, horse rides, off-road bicycle trails, tractor rides, scenic hikes and much more. Have the option to eat at our award-winning restaurant with a R550 p/person 4-course dinner, wine pairings, or simply have a drink and watch the sunset at our homely bar. Other adventure activities such as .22 target shooting or clay pigeon shooting can also be arranged on request.
In Room Facilities:
*Wi-Fi
*Air-conditioning
*TV
*Tea/Coffee Maker
Establishment Facilities:
*BBQ
*Spa (Jacuzzi, Sauna, Swimming Pool, Light Lunch, Cake & Tea included)
*Wi-Fi
*Restaurant
*Free Parking
*Laundry Service
*Outdoor pool
*Conferencing Facilities
*Padstal
*Children’s play area
*Library
*Free Sate National Botanical Garden
*National Museum Bloemfontein
*Horse riding
*Hiking Trails
*Bicycle Trails
*Tractor Rides
*Naked-eye star gazing
*Bird watching, horse rides
*Clay pigeon and .22 target shooting
*Farm safari
*Helicopter rides over the farm
Bloemfontein, also known as Bloem, is one of South Africa’s three capital cities and the capital of the Free State province in central South Africa. It serves as the judicial capital of the country.
Things to do near Bloemfontein:
On-Site at De Oude Kraal
- Sunset Game Drives: Enjoy wildlife spotting on a romantic tractor or wagon ride at dusk.
- Award-Winning Dining: Relish a 4-course dinner (R550/person) with wine pairings from our acclaimed list.
- Spa & Wellness Retreat: Relax with massages, jacuzzi, sauna, and a light spa lunch in peaceful surroundings.
- Farm Adventures: Horse rides, bicycle trails, and hiking on our 3000-hectare Merino farm.
- Bird Watching: Discover diverse Free State birdlife in their natural habitat.
- Naked-Eye Stargazing: Marvel at clear night skies, perfect for romantic evenings.
- Shooting Fun: Test your aim with .22 target shooting and clay pigeon shooting on-site.
Things to do in Bloemfontein:
- Naval Hill: 35 km
- Stunning views, hiking, and wildlife at Franklin Game Reserve.
- Oliewenhuis Art Museum: 38 km
- Art and gardens in a historic Cape Dutch mansion.
- Free State Botanical Garden: 40 km
- Scenic walks among native plants.
- Cheetah Experience: 45 km
- Get up close with cheetahs and other big cats.
Five luxury Garden Rooms with king beds (some twin options), en-suite spa bath, shower, private outdoor shower, air-conditioning, tea/coffee, free Wi-Fi. Included: Buffet breakfast, sunset drive with wagon & tractor, bicycle trails & much more.
Suites: Five luxury suites with king bed, lounge, open fireplace, private veranda, en-suite jet bath, WC, indoor/outdoor shower. Included: Buffet breakfast, sunset wagon & tractor drives & much more.
Four standard family rooms with king or twin beds, bunk bed (kids under 12), kitchenette, undercover parking, braai area, farm views. Included: Buffet breakfast, sunset wagon & tractor drives & more.
Eight Merino Farm rooms (500m from main house), self-catering, king or twin beds, private braai area, stunning farm views. Included: Buffet breakfast, sunset wagon & tractor drives & much more.
If cancelling 7 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total.
If cancelling 14 days before arrival, forfeit 50% of the booking total.
*Check-in 14:00
*Check-out 10:00
*No loud noise allowed
*Pets welcome
*Please notify us of late arrivals
*Only checked-in guests allowed in the rooms, no day visitors
*Family rooms are reserved for families- single guests or couples will be moved to double rooms
*No private alcohol allowed in our public areas The credit card used to make the online booking needs to be presented at check-in. A copy of the cardholder’s ID /Passport is required at check-in.
35 km south of Bloemfontein on the N1, take offramp 153 (Koppieskraal/ Riversford)
Follow signs for 7km on a gravel road.
Children welcome.
