Discover Wyndford Holiday Farm-Vakansieplaas, a full-board retreat tucked away in the breathtaking Eastern Free State Highlands near Fouriesburg, just minutes from the Caledonspoort Lesotho border. Established as a haven of rest, Wyndford blends warm hospitality with beautiful natural surroundings and a charming heritage atmosphere.
Accommodation & Facilities:
Wyndford offers a range of accommodation options, from cosy standard rooms to luxurious suites, perfect for couples, families, and solo travelers. Guests can choose between room-only, bed & breakfast, dinner, bed & breakfast, or full-board options—designed to suit every preference and budget. All rooms are tastefully decorated and set in well-maintained gardens with mountain views. Facilities include a dining room serving delicious home-cooked meals, a tea garden, chapel, library, children’s play area, animal farmyard, hiking trails, tennis courts, and a swimming pool. Our friendly team goes the extra mile to make every stay memorable.
Highlights:
All-Inclusive Stays:
- Full board available for a stress-free getaway.
Family-Friendly:
Kids under 7 stay free; 8–13s at half price.
Stunning Location:
Surrounded by mountains and rivers, with scenic hiking trails and views. Old-World Charm: Rich in tradition, with heritage buildings and timeless hospitality.
Private Lodge Option:
Exclusive use of the lodge for up to 5 guests—ideal for small groups or families. Whether you’re seeking rest, adventure, or reconnection, Wyndford offers a unique countryside experience where guests arrive as strangers and leave as family.
In Room Facilities:
- En-suite bathrooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Comfortable beds with quality linen
- Tea and coffee station
- Underfloor Heating
- Towels and basic toiletries
- Garden or mountain views
- Access to communal lounges, dining room, and outdoor spaces
- Wi-Fi in select areas
Establishment Facilities:
Facilities Available for Guest Use:
- Dining room with hearty, home-cooked meals
- Tea garden and outdoor seating areas
- Cosy lounges and reading nooks
- Farmyard with animals for children to interact with
- Chapel for quiet reflection or small services
- Hiking trails through mountains and meadows
- Tennis court and table tennis
- Trampoline and jungle gyms
- Swimming pool (seasonal)
- Library and games room
- Curio shop with local crafts and treats
- Secure parking
- Beautiful gardens and shaded walking paths
- Friendly staff always ready to help
Wyndford Holiday Farm is nestled in the peaceful Eastern Free State Highlands near Fouriesburg, just a few minutes from the Caledonspoort border with Lesotho. This scenic area is known for its dramatic sandstone formations, rolling farmlands, and small-town charm. With four distinct seasons, visitors can expect snowy winters, vibrant green summers, and breathtaking autumn colours. The region is safe, welcoming, and popular with hikers, photographers, families, and those seeking a slower pace of life. The roads are mostly gravel but well-maintained, and the area is easily accessible by car.
Please note that cellphone signal may be limited in some spots—but that’s part of the charm!
Need-to-Know Tips:
- Winters can be cold—pack warm clothing, especially from May to August
- Altitude: ~1800m above sea level—cool nights year-round
- Closest towns: Fouriesburg (10 km), Clarens (35 km)
- The nearest fuel station is in Fouriesburg
- We’re in a malaria-free zone
- A passport is required for day trips into Lesotho via Caledonspoort
- Expect peaceful surroundings, starry skies, and friendly faces Guests come to this area to slow down, reconnect, and embrace the quiet beauty of the countryside.
Local Attractions & Points of Interest:
- Golden Gate Highlands National Park – dramatic sandstone cliffs and scenic drives
- Clarens – a charming art village filled with galleries, cafes, and boutiques
- Fouriesburg – our local town with its own historic character and Saturday market
- Caledonspoort Border Post – gateway to Lesotho and the Maloti Mountains
- Surrender Hill – rich in Anglo-Boer War history and stunning views
- Katse Dam (Lesotho day trip) – a marvel of engineering with guided tours
- Cherry Season (November) – enjoy fresh cherries and the famous Ficksburg Cherry Festival
- Horse riding, quad biking, and river rafting – available nearby with local operators
- Historical churches and mission stations – ideal for cultural exploration
- 4x4 routes and scenic mountain passes – for the adventurous spirit
These spacious chalets have 2 rooms room. One has a king bed and twin beds in the second room, and a sleeper couch, white linen, and underfloor heating, are both en-suite with either bath or shower, downstairs is a large lounge area with a fireplace.
Our spacious luxury two sleeper room has a king-size bed, en-suite with a shower and bath. Comfy chairs, tea, and coffee station with homemade biscuits, along with a small fridge make it the perfect place to be quiet or watch the DStv on TV.
One of the original large rondavels on the farm,this cottage is situated close to all the main facilities comfortably furnished with Queen bed,white linen and kilim rug.This spacious unit with its own lounge is the perfect place to feel part of farm life.
These rooms are made for families! A spacious double bedded room with crisp white linen with a small adjacent child’s bedroom containing a double bunk and little single bed. A large en-suite bathroom with shower and underfloor heating.
Four sleepers inter-leading unit, two separate rooms one room has a king bed (can be converted) and the second room has two single beds, an en-suite bathroom off one room. Carports/ parking nearby and Gardens with seating.
Our family rondavels have a king bed and a child’s bunk bed and an en-suite bathroom. As original rondavels, they have modern en-suite bathrooms with a shower. Fresh spring water in the rooms and mornings.
Standard two sleeper room with a king bed, en-suite bathroom. Under thatch for cool summers and set among the beautiful gardens these offer comfort and value.
If cancelling 14 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total.
If cancelling 30 days before arrival, forfeit 50% of the booking total.
If cancelling 55 days before arrival, forfeit 25% of the booking total.
DIRECTIONS TO WYNDFORD FROM JOHANNESBURG VIA WARDEN:
Take the N3 towards Durban. Just past WARDEN, turn to BETHLEHEM on the R714 and go straight to BETHLEHEM. In BETHLEHEM, go through the traffic light at the Wimpy and then turn right at the four-way stop street. Cross 10 streets and turn left into Commissioner St (at the Kentucky Fried Chicken). After 47 km you will reach the FOURIESBURG turn-off. By-pass this turn-off and 3 km further on, turn left along the CLARENS road. After approximately 300 meters along the CLARENS road turn right onto the CALEDONSPOORT road. WYNDFORD is approximately 8 km further. Wyndford is well sign-posted from just before you reach the Clarens road.
DIRECTIONS TO WYNDFORD FROM JOHANNESBURG VIA VILLIERS:
Take the N3 to Durban, pass the Engen and go across the Vaal River. Then turn to VILLIERS/FRANKFORT just before the Villiers Tollgate. Before Frankfort, there is a T-junction - turn right & then just past Frankfort cross the Wilge River Bridge & turn left at Reitz/Tweeling turn off. Bypass TWEELING & REITZ and then into BETHLEHEM. In Bethlehem, go through the traffic light at the Wimpy and then turn right at the four-way stop street. Cross 10 streets and turn left into Commissioner St (at the Kentucky Fried Chicken). After 47 km you will reach the FOURIESBURG turn-off. By-pass this turn-off and 3 km further on, turn left along the CLARENS road. After approximately 300 meters along the CLARENS road turn right onto the CALEDONSPOORT road. WYNDFORD is approximately 8 km further. Wyndford is well sign-posted from just before you reach the Clarens road.
DIRECTIONS TO WYNDFORD FROM DURBAN:
Take main N3 from Durban. 25 km from Estcourt turn left onto Winterton road. Go through Winterton and Bergville, over Oliviershoek Pass and continue past the Sterkfontein Dam to the T-junction. Turn left and continue past the Qwa-Qwa turn-off through Golden Gate National Park and at Clarens turn left towards Fouriesburg. At Fouriesburg junction you turn left towards Caledonspoort. Wyndford is 8 km’s from this point and is on the right hand side of the road.
DIRECTIONS TO WYNDFORD FROM PORT ELIZABETH:
Take route from Port Elizabeth to Grahamstown, Fort Beaufort and then to Queenstown. From Queenstown on to Burgersdorp and Aliwal North. From Aliwal North to Rouxville, then to Wepener and Hobhouse bypassing the town until you get to a T-junction. Turn right to Ladybrand (N8). Bypass Ladybrand and Clocolan to Ficksburg. Approximately 45 kms to Fouriesburg, turn right at Clarens/ Fouriesburg signpost. 300 metres further on , turn right again, onto the Caledonspoort road. Wyndford is about 8kms further on the right before you get to the Lesotho border post and is well sign-posted.
DIRECTIONS TO WYNDFORD FROM BLOEMFONTEIN:
Take the N8 road from BLOEMFONTEIN, past LADYBRAND, and continue straight on to FICKSBURG on the R26 road. By-pass FICKSBURG and continue on the R26 BETHLEHEM road for approx. 48 kms until you come to the first turn-off to FOURIESBURG (and Clarens). Turn right at this junction. 300 meters further on, turn right again onto the CALEDONSPOORT road. Wyndford is about 8 kms further on, just before the Lesotho border post and is well sign posted.
