Bankfontein
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Hans V - Nov 2024
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Rustig, mooi en ver van alles.
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Quiet, beautiful and far from everything.
If you want to get away from the noise, Bankfontein is the place. Nice tents and everything you need is provided.
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Andrea V - Dec 2023
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Baie lekker en netjies.
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Very nice and neat.
Very quiet and tidy.
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Johannes J - Mar 2023
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Baie goed, netjies en gerieflik.
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Very good, neat and comfortable.
Everything was fine. Quiet environment in nature. Nice to ride a bike. Valarie and Joop are excellent hosts.
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Dankie Johan. Dit was n plesier om jullecte kon ontvang. Ons hoop om julle weer te sien
Hanno D - Feb 2023
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Veilig rustig en mooi. Net wat mens nodig het om weg te breek van real life.
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Safe quiet and beautiful. Just what one needs to break away from real life.
A good ground vehicle is needed to get to the farmhouse and campsite and all you need is your clothes, food and yourself. The rest is all there.
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Tina G - Feb 2023
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Absolute plesier, skoon lug, mooi natuur, lekker ontspanne en kon heerlik rus.
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Absolute pleasure, clean air, beautiful nature, nice and relaxed and could rest wonderfully.
We chose Bankfontein because we wanted to celebrate my husband's 70th birthday outside the city. We were very friendly and received with hospitality by our hostess. She personally accompanied us to the camp and showed us everything. Later in the afternoon she came again to make sure we were all right and even brought us delicious fresh farm grapes. Everything you need is there, flush toilet, hot shower and a view to dream of. They provide a large fridge and freezer where you can keep your food and drinks cold. We were even able to play a little pool as there is a lovely table. It is a large camp that can easily accommodate a group of up to 20 people, but we were alone there. Although WiFi was available at the farmstead, we did not make use of it, as the mobile phone signal was sufficient at a particular location on the farm.
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Baie dankie Tina, dit was 'n plesier om julle te kon ontvang. Ons hoop ons sien julle weer.
Janet V - Sep 2022
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Baie baie lekker gebly!
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Very very nice stay!
Definitely an excellent campsite! Tranquility and the natural beauty are breathtaking.
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Nadia O - Jun 2022
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Ongelooflike wegbreek met fantastiese gasvryheid.
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Amazing getaway with fantastic hospitality.
Beautiful place that is perfect for people who like hiking in the mountains. We were welcomed and treated with incredible hospitality. Very neat place. Highly recommended!
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Santie F - May 2022
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Wonderlike naweek.
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Wonderful weekend.
Absolute natural paradise, silence, peace and quiet. Will definitely visit this hidden gem again. Many thanks to Joop and Valerie. Your kindness is truly appreciated.
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Cindy P - May 2022
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Teleurstellend.
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Disappointing.
Dirty utensils, poor bedding, no fridge at unit. No feedback from owner after my complaint!
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Jacobus G - Nov 2021
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Aangenaam en afgesonder.
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Pleasant and secluded.
The camp is excellently equipped and very well maintained. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful.
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Bankfontein 's response
Baie dankie vir jou mooi woorde. Ons is so bly dat julle dit geniet het en ons hoop om julle weer te sien.
Johannes J - Mar 2021
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Uitstekend.
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Outstanding.
We really enjoyed it and will definitely use them again.
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Baie baie dankie vir die mooi resensie. Ons is so bly julle het dit geniet.
Mieke V - Nov 2019
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'n Heerlike, rustige wegbreek met al die nodige briewe!
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A lovely, tranquil getaway with all of the necessary facilities.
Visit Bankfontein for a peaceful getaway! The farm borders the Vanderkloof Dam. 1 km walk from the camp area, it feels like private beach access. All you need to bring is your food and clothes! Kitchen amenities, fridge, freezer, gas and power are provided. Very neat and safe. Pet friendly. You will see us again.
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Bankfontein 's response
Baie dankie . Ons is bly julle het fit geniet en ons sien jul graag were. Julle was wonderlikke gaste
Hennie V - May 2019
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Perfekte wegbreekplek om ordentlik rus te kry.
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Perfect getaway to get proper rest.
Excellent accommodation. Very helpful and friendly hostess, Valerie and the uncle. Very relaxing and quiet with all the basic needs covered. Will stay here again. Away from all the hustle and bustle! Wonderful landscape.
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Rita P - Nov 2018
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Heerlik pragtig en rustig.
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Wonderfully beautiful and peaceful.
Had a nice time. Place is tidy and clean. People friendly.
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Stephen W - Oct 2018
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Excellent value in a beautiful location serviced by friendly and helpful hosts.
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It was lovely meeting you all and you were excellent guests. That is why we opened the campsite for the public. We enjoy sharing what we have.
Elsabe M - Aug 2018
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Koud, tog slaap ons snoesig. Lieflike ligging en meer geriewe as wat ons benodig het.
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Cold, still we slept cosy. Lovely location and more amenities than what we needed.
Wonderful hospitality, helpfulness, spoiled with homemade kaiing bread. Would want to go again.
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Andre V - Dec 2017
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Absoluut wonderlik.
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Absolutely wonderful.
It was far beyond our expectations, we had a great time and rested, the owners are the most wonderful people. Place is breathtakingly beautiful.
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Marlene M - Oct 2017
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Bankfontein is 'n moét!
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Bankfontein is a must!
We were at Plaas Bankfontein for the first time this weekend and it was fantastic! We were warmly welcomed on arrival by Valerie who took us to the campsite and explained everything nicely. It's really on a remote part of the farm and the silence was wonderful! Apart from the breathtaking nature, we were pleasantly surprised with the shower facilities, you have to stoke a donkey for hot water like in the old days! They literally have everything you need, all we had to bring was food and towels. And not talking about how neat the grounds and tents were would just be wrong! We went for a walk along the river to Vanderkloofdam! There is a route to go to the dam by vehicle as well, but we wanted to experience nature and we definitely did! The hills are also explorable and we climbed one of them and really had the most beautiful view. It's impossible to describe the whole weekend here, but if you have a 2x4 or 4x4 and just want to break away to camp, Plaas Bankfontein is definitely the place to be! I would recommend them to any camping enthusiast anytime! Thanks again Valerie! See you again soon!
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Bankfontein 's response
Marlene. Baie baie dankie. Ek het geweet julle gaan wonderlikke gaste wees. Was 'n voorreg om julle te kon ontvang. Die kampplek was nog netjiese toe julle vertrek het. Dankie daarvoor. Ons sien uit om julle weer te sien. Groete, Valerie
Amanda E - Sep 2017
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Baie lekker, gemaklik en mooi ingerigte kamp.
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Very nice, comfortable and nicely furnished camp.
I would definitely recommend Bankfontein, for friends, couples and even groups. The tents are nice and tidy inside with beds and lights in the tents. There are freezers, fridges, and a nice braai area. The bathrooms are neat and clean and it is very refreshing to be able to view the scenery from your shower. It is very private and safe and the owners are very friendly and helpful. You really don't need anything to take with you, except drink and food and nice walking shoes if you want to walk to the dam. The communal kitchen is well equipped and has everything you need. However, one needs a high insurance vehicle to get to the camp, but one can also make alternative arrangements with the owners to get to the camp itself from the farm. We will return again anytime.
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- Capacity: 14 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 07:00 to 18:00
Check-out: 12:00 - Address: Farm Bankfontein, Philippolis, 9930, Free State