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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.2 out of 5from 123 reviews for Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Cleanliness
4.1/5
Service
4.2/5
Location
4.3/5
Safety
4.5/5
Value for money
4.1/5
Letitia F - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Letitia F
With partner

Yvonne was wonderlik en die plaas was asemrowend mooi.

Pragtige plaas in die Maluti Berge.

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Yvonne was wonderful and the farm was breathtakingly beautiful.

Beautiful farm in the Maluti Mountains.

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Hestè N - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hestè N
With partner

Rustige kuier in 'n mooi omgewing.

Die eenheid was goed toegerus met 'n heerlike kaggel. Die uitsig oor die vallei was uitsonderlik. Ons is vriendelik ontvang en het die nodige inligting oor die beskikbare aktiwiteite gekry.

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Peaceful visit in a beautiful environment.

The unit was well equipped with a lovely fireplace. The view over the valley was exceptional. We were kindly received and given the necessary information about the available activities.

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Johan C - May 2024
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Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan C

Baie dankie, ons het heerlik gekuier, gestap in die berg en gebraai. Heerlik.

Die huis is basies, maar gerieflik. Alles was mooi skoon en daar is genoeg breekware vir 10 mense. Die sterre is besonder mooi en die roete na die waterval was die moeite werd al het hy nie nou geloop nie.

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Thank you very much, we had a great time, walked in the mountain and barbecued. Delicious.

The house is basic, but comfortable. Everything was nice and clean and there is enough crockery for 10 people. The stars are particularly beautiful and the route to the waterfall was worth it even if he didn't walk now.

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Janetta D - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Janetta D
With partner

Word vriendelik ontvang, geniet die natuurskoon tussen die berge.

Perfekte naweek wegbreek. Baie lekker en mooi verblyf.

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Receive a friendly welcome, enjoy the natural beauty between the mountains.

Perfect weekend getaway. Very nice and nice stay.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Janetta,

Thank you for taking the time to give us such a stellar review! We work so hard to improve our services, thank you for giving us a 5-star review
You were fabulous guests to host and we would love to have you again

Warmest regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Craig M - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Craig M
With partner

Peaceful.

Was great, thank you. We will be back.

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Craig

Wow! Thank you for taking the time to give us such a stellar review. We genuinely loved having you stay with us and we would love to have you stay with us again Thank you for being model guests!

Warmest regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Monique S - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monique S

Beeldskone natuur met die Malutiberge rondom jou.

Rustige en ontspanne wegbreek van die besige stadslewe met beeldskone natuur wat jou asem wegslaan.

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Picturesque nature with the Malutiberge around you.

Peaceful and relaxing break from the busy city life with picturesque nature that takes your breath away.

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John O W - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
John O W
With friends

Die kampplek is netjies, ruim, het 'n goeie braai en het krag en water.

Ja. Ek kamp gewoonlik nie. Die kampplek was goed toegerus. Die pad soontoe is gangbaar maar tricky. Dit is uniek en mooi.

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The campsite is tidy, spacious, has a good braai and has power and water.

Yes. I don't usually camp. The campsite was well equipped. The road there is passable but tricky. It is unique and beautiful.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi John,

Thank you for taking the time to give us such a stunning review. We truly loved having you stay with us and we would love to have you stay with us again.

Warmest regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Annalie J - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Annalie J
With partner

Rustig, skoon water en lug.

Ja, baie vriendelike ontvangs en het ons versoek om vroeër te kon arriveer, is toegestaan. Hulle het ook inligting oor besoeke wat ons wou doen in die omgewing vir ons gegee.

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Calm, clean water and air.

Yes, very friendly reception and our request to arrive earlier was granted. They also gave us information about visits we wanted to do in the area.

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Janina L - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Janina L
With partner

Lekker vars lug.

Baie lekker gebly en gestap. Kort dalk net 'n swemplekkie as dit so vrek warm is.

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Nice fresh air.

Very nice stay and walk. Maybe just need a swimming spot if it's so damn hot.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Janina

Thank you for taking the time to give us such a stunning review. We truly loved having you stay with us and we would love to have you stay with us again

Warmest regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

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Emily M - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Emily M
With partner

Relaxing to the maximum.

The farm and accommodation are rustic, but we had the most wonderful time. The dogs loved it and we felt so relaxed. We were so well looked after, and everyone was willing to help with all of our little requests. It is a pleasure to have a fence for the dogs (very secure) should you wish to go into Clarens or the National Park for a day. We will definitely go back.

Anonymous Guest - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

The view was breathtaking.

The location and sightseeing were good but the price and class of the accommodation is not in line. Deeply disappointed with the accommodation's cleanliness and maintenance. Definitely not worth the R2116/night!

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Maritsa M - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Maritsa M
With partner

Baie mooi plaas met 'n pragtige uitsig.

Ons het gekamp. Die ablusies is baie basies en ons moes partykeer sukkel om warm water te kry. Maar behalwe vir dit was ons staanplek baie mooi met die mooiste uitsig. Die plaas self is ook baie mooi met baie lekker plekke om te stap. Ek sal dit beslis aanbeveel vir mense wat lief is vir die natuur. Ek is net nie seker of die ablusies voldoende sal wees vir groot groepe nie.

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Very nice farm with a beautiful view.

We camped. The ablutions are very basic and we sometimes had to struggle to get hot water. But apart from that, our pitch was very nice with the most beautiful view. The farm itself is also very beautiful with many nice places to walk. I would definitely recommend it to people who love nature. I'm just not sure if the ablutions will be sufficient for large groups.

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Elsie G - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elsie G
Individual traveller

Baie lekker.

My seun het gegaan om weg te kom van die stad en hy is mal oor die plek. Hy sal graag weer gaan en byvoorbeeld gaan stap in die berge an daar slaap. So hy het planne vir wanneer hy weer gaan.

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Very nice.

My son went to get away from the city and he loves the place. He would like to go again and, for example, go for a walk in the mountains and sleep there. So he has plans for when he goes again.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Elsie

Thank you for your very informative and kind 5 star review.
It was truly wonderful to have your son stay with us, and we would really love to have him (and hopefully you can join next time again.

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

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Douglas S - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Douglas S
With partner

Very peaceful.

Beautiful scenery, nice hiking trails in the mountains. Chalet was very comfortable.

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Douglas

Thank you for your very kind 5-star review.
It was truly wonderful to have you stay with us, and we would really love to have you again.

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Francois L - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois L
With partner

Baie ontspannend.

Die atmosfeer by Old Mill Drift is ongelooflik, rustig en ontspannend. Vriendelike personeel en pragtige natuurskoon.

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Very relaxing.

The atmosphere at Old Mill Drift is amazing, peaceful and relaxing. Friendly staff and beautiful scenery.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Francois

Thank you for your very kind 5-star review!
You have put a huge smile on all our faces.
We would love to have you stay with us again!

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

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Elscke V - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elscke V
With partner

Weggevoer, onbeskryflik mooi, rustig.

Wonderlike ervaring diep in die berge, reg op die grens. Ons karretjie moes wel bietjie 4x4 doen, maar die moeite werd! Perfekte ontsnap vir 'n huweliksherdenking.

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Carried away, indescribably beautiful, peaceful.

Wonderful experience deep in the mountains, right on the border. Our car did have to do some 4x4, but worth it! Perfect escape for a wedding anniversary.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Elscke

Thank you for your incredibly kind 5 star review!
All us staff are so happy to hear you had such a good stay.

Please feel free to contact us again should you ever wish to stay with us again.

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Zani D - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zani D
With friends

Netjies, gasvry, rustig, oop en vryheid. Blyplek was aangenaam en goeie wegbreekpunt. Definitief aanbeveel.

Netjies, gasvry, rustig, oop en vryheid. Blyplek was aangenaam en goeie wegbreekpunt. Defnitief aanbeveel. Huisie was plaaslik en skoon, honde het tuis gevoel en die perde was aangenaam mooi. Was belewenis om die mooi uitsigte van die berge en skoonheid van die natuur te sien.

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Neat, hospitable, peaceful, open and freedom. Accommodation was pleasant and good base. Definitely recommended.

Neat, hospitable, peaceful, open and freedom. Accommodation was pleasant and good base. Definitely recommended. Cottage was local and clean, dogs felt at home and the horses were pleasantly beautiful. It was an experience to see the beautiful views of the mountains and beauty of nature.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Zani

Thank you for your incredibly kind 5-star review!
All our staff are so happy to hear you had such a good stay.

Please feel free to contact us again should you ever wish to stay with us again.

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

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Stefan V - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stefan V
With partner

Baie lekker en stil!

Hulle kyk baie mooi na al hulle diere op die plaas! 'n Pragtige plek, sal beslis weer soontoe gaan.

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Very nice and quiet!

They take very good care of all their animals on the farm! A beautiful place, will definitely go there again.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Stefan

Thank you for your incredibly kind 5-star review!
All our staff are so happy to hear you had such a good stay.

Please feel free to contact us again should you ever wish to stay with us again.

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Old Mill Drift Team

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Kirsten T - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Kirsten T

Refreshing.

Spectacular views, lovely walks for all abilities, and soul-restoring peace.

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Kirsten,

Thank you for taking the time to give us such a stunning review. We truly loved having you stay with us and we would love to have you stay with us again

Warmest regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Danie S - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Danie S
Individual traveller

Rustig, ontspanne, heerlik.

Die gasteplaas is absoluut pragtig. Ek en my hond het die woud, berge, stroompies, ens. baie geniet. Ek beveel nie aan dat iemand met 'n lae voertuig, bv. 'n sedan, daarheen gaan nie, tensy vooraf reëlings getref word, aangesien die grondpadgedeelte nie geskik is vir 'n lae voertuig nie. Ek sien uit daarna om weer daar te gaan ontspan!

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Peaceful, relaxed, delightful.

The guest farm is absolutely beautiful. My dog and I enjoyed the forest, mountains, streams, etc. very much enjoyed I do not recommend that someone with a low vehicle, e.g. a sedan, do not go there unless prior arrangements are made, as the dirt road section is not suitable for a low vehicle. I look forward to relaxing there again!

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Danie

Thank you for your incredibly kind 4.8-star review!
All our staff are so happy to hear you had such a good stay.
Hopefully next time it can be a 5-star review.

Please feel free to contact us again should you ever wish to stay with us again.

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Monique B - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Monique B
With partner

Heerlik.

Mooiste plek as jy wil wegraak en weer mens word, natuurskoon omring jou. Ons het die wildkamp gedoen en dit was fantasties.

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Delicious.

Most beautiful place if you want to get lost and become human again, natural beauty surrounds you. We did the wildlife camp and it was fantastic.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Monique

Thank you for taking the time to give us such a stunning review. We truly loved having you stay with us and we would love to have you stay with us again

Warmest regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Callie R - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Callie R
With friends

Verfrissend.

Dankie, dit was lekker en die omgewing veral die swembad en staproetes was goed benut.

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Refreshing.

Thank you, it was nice and the surroundings, especially the swimming pool and hiking trails, were well used.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Callie

Thank you for taking the time to give us such a stunning review. We truly loved having you stay with us and we would love to have you stay with us again

Warmest regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

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Riaan M - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Riaan M
Family with young children

Heerlike paar rustige en stil dae saam met die familie.

Ons het 'n rustige plek gesoek naby Clarens en hierdie was 'n heerlike bestemming. Die perde op die plaas skep ook 'n heerlike atmosfeer.

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A wonderful few peaceful and quiet days with the family.

We were looking for a quiet place near Clarens and this was a lovely destination. The horses on the farm also create a wonderful atmosphere.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Riaan

Thank you for your very informative and kind review.
It was truly wonderful to have you stay with us, and we would really love to have you again.

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

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Juan B - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Juan B
Family with young children

Peaceful tranquility.

Those mountains and the views they offer are breathtaking. The absence of any road noise was welcoming and all staff we came in contact with were friendly. The dogs that came to greet us were a joy.

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Juan

Thank you for your very kind 4.6-star review!
The farm doggies are missing you guys loads!
We would love to have you stay with us again.

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Charles D - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charles D
With partner

As jy wil rus, is hierdie definitief die plek.

Ons het dit vreeslik geniet. Lekker gebly en lekker gerus. Uitsig is asemrowend. Verblyf is basies maar netjies. Die river rafting is baie lekker en glad nie rof nie, tot my vrou het gesê dit was lekker. Die pad is maar rof maar met geduld kan jy dit met 'n motor ook doen, alhoewel 'n bakkie of groter SUV dit net baie beter gaan hanteer.

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If you want to rest, this is definitely the place.

We really enjoyed it. Have a nice stay and have a good rest. View is breathtaking. Accommodation is basic but neat. The river rafting is very nice and not rough at all, until my wife said it was nice. The road is rough but with patience you can do it with a car as well, although a van or larger SUV will handle it much better.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Charles

Thank you for your incredibly kind 4.6-star review!
All our staff are so happy to hear you had such a good stay.

Please feel free to contact us again should you ever wish to stay with us again.

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Julize H - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Julize H
With partner

Ons tweede kuier en tevrede. Rustig, pragtige uitsig, veilig met hondekinders.

Personnel is baie vriendelik en die huisie is presies soos geadverteer. Daar was net nie 'n eierspaan nie, maar 'n lepel het darem ook gewerk om hulle om te draai. 🤣.

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Our second visit and satisfied. Quiet, beautiful view, safe with dogs children.

Personnel are very friendly and the cottage is exactly as advertised. There just wasn't an egg spatula, but at least a spoon worked to turn them over. 🤣.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Julize

Thank you for your very informative and kind review.
So sorry that you did not have an egg turner! We will fix that soon!
It was truly wonderful to have you stay with us, and we would really love to have you again.

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

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Paula O - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Paula O
With partner

Ligging is moeilik om sonder 'n 2x4 of 4x4 daar te kom.

Die plek kort beslis om bietjie opgradeer te word. Maar die kantoor dame was baie vriendlik en behulpsaam.

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Location is difficult to get there without a 2x4 or 4x4.

The place definitely needs some upgrading. But the office lady was very friendly and helpful.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Paula

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.

We do have upgrade planned and hopefully next time you stay with us, we will get 5 stars!

Please reach out to us should you ever wish to stay with us again!

Kind regards
Old Mill Drift Team

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Charles P - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Charles P

As jy jou siel wil vind, is dit die plek.

As ek moes kies tussen die Clarens Protea Hotel en Old Mill Drif, kies ek Old Mill Drif. Dit is moeilik om met 'n klein motor in die berg te ry sonder om dit te beskadig. Dit is nie 5 ster nie, maar netjies, skoon en veilig. As jy wil rus, is dit hierdie plek. Daar is geen TV en selfoon sein nie. Net die skoon lug en die Malutiberge. Daar is ook kampplekke asook vir 4x4 kamp met 'n hoë karavaan.

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If you want to find your soul, this is the place.

If I had to choose between the Clarens Protea Hotel and Old Mill Drif, I would choose Old Mill Drif. It is difficult to drive a small car in the mountain without damaging it. It is not 5 star, but neat, clean and safe. If you want to rest, this is the place. There is no TV and mobile phone signal. Just the clean air and the Malutiberge. There are also campsites as well as for 4x4 camping with a high caravan.

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Denise P - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Denise P
With partner

Our booked accommodation burnt down the night before (Cottage called Mountain) and we were told we would be upgraded to the accommodation called Stone.

It's a conference venue building, tin roof, and not anything like what we had paid for and no discount was offered only cancellation but leave and travel was already booked. Broken bed in one of the dormitory rooms, the owner said when told that we could have chosen to sleep in one of the other beds in the room. No dish liquid or cleaning or drying cloth. Definitely not worth what we paid as the owner said to pay what we had originally booked for as Stone would have worked out more for the 4 of us. No dish cleaning or servicing of the accommodation either. Wouldn't go back. Definitely not with the money spent. The inconvenience and not getting the chalet we chose and paid a deposit for, we should have been discounted.

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

HI Denise

I am sure you can appreciate the fact that the unit you had booked, burned down which is a massive loss for us, just the night before you booked, which I am sure you can understand was not something we liked either. You opted not to take our offer of a refund. The only option we had which could fit your number of people was the unit we put you into.
I am sorry that you were unhappy about us turning down your request for a discount, as the unit cost significantly more than what you paid, we did not think it necessary to refund you anything. and just as a matter of interest, would have been far more comfortable than the unit you booked as the unit you requested for five people, only had one bedroom.

As there were 15 beds in the unit we put you into I am not sure why, when there were only 5 of you, that you were unhappy that one of the beds was broken, when there were another 10 to choose from. The bed was broken just days before, by other raucous guests, and I do apologise for us not having removed it. As for the lack of dishwashing liquid and cloths, that was an oversight on my staff which is not good, but could have been instantly rectified had you simply asked.

We really do believe that that unit is value for money, at what you paid. I see now that I should perhaps have accepted your request for a discount, which is actually what you were unhappy about. Definitely my mistake, no establishment likes unhappy guests.

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Lize-marie D - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lize-marie D
With partner

Absolutely beautiful!

We took our 5 beagles with us, they were in absolute heaven. The scenery and views are to die for. Various hikes available and so beautiful! The service was great and the owner so friendly. I would go back tomorrow if I could!

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Lize-marie,

Thank you for such a wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.
And we are SO glad to hear your fur kids loved it.
We really hope to see you again in the future.

Kind regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

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Crystal-anne B - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Crystal-anne B

Rus en vrede.

Wat 'n pragtige omgewing, tipies van die Vrystaat! Die wegbreek tussen die berge met die stilte wat mens op 'n plaas ervaar, het ons geweldig goed gedoen. Die foto van Old Mill doen egter nie reg aan die opstal en die omgewing nie. Dit is veel mooier. Ons het die plaasdiere, honde en staproetes geweldig baie geniet, want ons is diere- en natuurliefhebbers en dit is egter wat mens op 'n plaas kry. Ons het alles gehad wat ons nodig gehad het in die kombuis, die beddens was baie goeie kwaliteit en die eenheid was netjies. Ons was dankbaar dat daar nie standaard daaglikse skoonmaakdienste is nie, want ons wou net onstspan en ons eie tydlyne volg. En ja, 'n voertuig met 'n hoër vryhoogte word aanbeveel, maar jy het nie 'n "super belaaide af-show" voertuig nodig nie.

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Rest and peace.

What a beautiful setting, typical of the Free State! The break between the mountains with the silence that one experiences on a farm, did us enormous good. However, the picture of Old Mill does not do justice to the homestead and the surroundings. It is much more beautiful. We really enjoyed the farm animals, dogs and hiking trails, because we are animal and nature lovers and this is what you get on a farm. We had everything we needed in the kitchen, the beds were very good quality and the unit was tidy. We were grateful that there was no standard daily cleaning service as we just wanted to follow our team and our own timelines. And yes, a vehicle with higher ground clearance is recommended, but you don't need a "super loaded off-show" vehicle.

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Hi Crystal-Anne,

Thank you for your very detailed and kind review.
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and have such kind things to say.
We would love to have you visit us in the future.

Kind regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

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Sonja D - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sonja D
With friends

Kampterrein het baie mooi uitsig. Vriendelike en gasvrye diens vanaf Ciarra ontvang.

Sal nie karavaan aanbeveel nie (miskien buite reënseisoen). Verkieslik kampwa en 4x4-voertuig. Pad soontoe geskraap en mooi reggemaak vir die naweek, maar die reën het ons effens onverhoeds gevang.

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Campsite has a very nice view. Received friendly and hospitable service from Ciarra.

Would not recommend caravanning (maybe outside rainy season). Preferably caravan and 4x4 vehicle. Scraped the road there and prepared it nicely for the weekend, but the rain caught us a little off guard.

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Hi Sonja,

Thank you kindly for such a lovely review.
We really do strive to try and make everyone as comfortable as possible.
The rain was definitely an unwelcome sight considering how cold it is now. Hopefully, we will see you again in summer when it is warm again. Better time for bonfires and smores.

Kind regards,
Ciarra
Old Mill Drift

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Mimi B - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Mimi B
Family with young children

Pragtige plaas en ligging!

Die pad na die plaas is regtig 'n challenge en sal definitief nie gewone karre aanbeveel nie. Die ligging is pragtig en die mense baie vriendelik en akkommoderend. Die huis kan bietjie liefde kry en is redelik duur vir wat mens kry. Maar in totaal was ons naweek heerlik en so mooi om te gaan loop en visvang.

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Beautiful farm and location!

The road to the farm is really a challenge and would definitely not recommend ordinary cars. The location is beautiful and the people very friendly and accommodating. The house could use some love and is quite expensive for what you get. But all in all our weekend was lovely and so beautiful to go walking and fishing.

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Stephan S - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Stephan S
With friends

Adventurous.

Loved being tucked away in the mountain to "rough it".

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Stephan, thank you for your lovely review. We really hope to see you again in the future. Kind regards,
Old Mill Drift Team

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Matthew K - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Matthew K
Individual traveller

Lekker rustig.

Die cabin is mooi skoon gewees en die plaas voel veilig. Ek het die rustigheid en natuur baie geniet. Dit was 'n baie lekker breuk gewees. Die cabin is wel nie baie dig nie, daar is baie openinge tussen die hout vir die koue om in te kom. Ek dink net dis so biejie duur vir hoe basies dit is. Ek dink die hout cabin moet eerder nader aan die kampplek se prys wees aangesien dit basies kamp is. Maar ek het lekker gebly en sal weer daar bly.

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Nice and quiet.

The cabin was nice and clean and the farm feels safe. I really enjoyed the tranquility and nature. It had been a very nice break. The cabin is not very dense, there are many openings between the wood for the cold to enter. I just think it's a bit expensive for how basic it is. I think the log cabin should be closer to the campsite price as it is basically camping. But I had a nice stay and would stay there again.

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Hi Matthew

Thank you for your very kind review. We are very happy to hear you will be returning to stay with us! We will be looking over our rates, so please do keep an eye out for the rate changes and any specials we have coming up in the future!

Kind regards,
Old Mill Drift

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Evan H - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Evan H
With partner

Getaway at the end of the road.

Very peaceful, with Maluti Mountains on your doorstep.

Marius I - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marius I
With friends

Fantasiese wegbreek, diep in die Maluties.

Baie lekker akkommodasie. Groep van 8 enduro bikers, lekker gebly, nog lekkerder gekuier.

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Fantasy getaway, deep in the Maluties.

Very nice accommodation. Group of 8 enduro bikers, had a good stay, had an even better time.

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Christo C - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Christo C

Lekker gewees, baie rustig en baie mooi omgewing. Honde het die omgewing baie geniet.

Net jammer van die laaste ongeveer 2 km grondpad.

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Had a great time, very peaceful and very beautiful surroundings. Dogs really enjoyed the environment.

Only sorry about the last approximately 2 km dirt road.

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Anthony V - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anthony V
Individual traveller

A really awesome experience, tranquil and well located.

I stayed in the "wild camping" as a single person with just a tent and sleeping bag. There are excellent views of neighbouring Lesotho. The ablutions allocated to me were beautifully clean and the showers were big enough, with hot water. Altogether an awesome stay and I will certainly be back.

Marante F - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marante F
With partner

Fantasties.

Perfekte plek, sal enige tyd weer gaan.

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Fantastic.

Perfect place, would go again anytime.

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Liandi M - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liandi M
With partner

Mooiste uitsig en ontspannend.

Dit was so heerlik en sal vir nog langer kon bly. Ons het lekker ontspan en goeie waarde vir geld. Dit is bekostigbaar dus kan dit 'n gereelde bestemming wees om te gaan ontspan. Ons kon ook lekker aktief wees deur tussen die berge te gaan stap en picnic hou. Ons was vriendelik ontvang en het dit vreeslik baie geniet.

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Most beautiful view and relaxing.

It was so delicious and could have stayed for even longer. We had a great time relaxing and good value for money. It is affordable so it can be a regular destination to relax. We were also able to be active by going for a walk between the mountains and having a picnic. We were kindly received and enjoyed it very much.

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Phlip S - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Phlip S
With partner

Baie mooi natuurskoon, vriendelike mense.

Mooi staproetes, sal weer terug gaan daarna toe.

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Very beautiful scenery, friendly people.

Nice hiking trails, will go back to it again.

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Monique S - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monique S
With partner

Die drie dae het gevlieg ons het ontspan en uitgerus.

Mooiste natuur. Lekkerste staproetes deur die berge. Waak net teen bosluise. Akkommodasie is netjies en het alles wat mens nodig het vir gerieflikheid.

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The three days flew by, we relaxed and rested.

Most beautiful nature. Nicest hiking trails through the mountains. Just watch out for ticks. Accommodation is neat and has everything one needs for convenience.

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Louise F - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Louise F
With partner

Old Mill was a great place to stay for our off-road adventures. We enjoyed the different paths through the mountains with our off-road bikes and will be going back again.

Different off-road paths to take through the mountains for all the off-road adventure people. It was very scenic and beautiful. Enjoyed our stay.

Nadine D - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Nadine D
With friends

Rustig, mooi uitsig.

Dit is 'n pragtige plek, weggesteek en kan lekker rus. Het wel liefde en aandag nodig, byvoorbeeld banke binne en buite (Lake Chalet) is deurgesit, buite val jy deur stoel. Geen skoonmaakdiens. Bied aan dat iemand in oggende inkom en kom skoonmaak (gee nie om om hulle te betaal na die tyd nie). Word gevra om toiletpapier en skottelseep te bring maar alles was daar. Dankie, haal dit van die boodskap af.

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Quiet, nice view.

It is a beautiful place, hidden and can rest well. Does need love and attention, for example sofas inside and outside (Lake Chalet) are put through, outside you fall through chair. No cleaning service. Offer to have someone come in and clean in the mornings (don't mind paying them after the time). Asked to bring toilet paper and dish soap but everything was there. Thanks, take it off the message.

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Nico L - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Nico L
With partner

Plat op die aarde, in die natuur. Rustig.

Net te veel honde wat rondloop.

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Down to earth, in nature. Restful.

Just too many dogs walking around.

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Hennie H - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Hennie H
With partner

Baie aangenaam en ontspannend.

Baie mooi natuurskoon en ’n rustige omgewing.

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Very pleasant and relaxing.

Very beautiful scenery and a peaceful environment.

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Lene N - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
5/5
Lene N
With friends

Had a lovely stay!

Would definitely visit this beautiful place again!

Danie L - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Danie L
Family with teenagers

Pragtige landskap en rustige atmosfeer.

Die pad na die plaas en die paaie op die plaas is regtig baie sleg en kan moeilik met 'n gewone voertuig gery word. Die ablusiegeriewe is beslis nie op standaard nie.

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Beautiful landscape and peaceful atmosphere.

The road to the farm and the roads on the farm are really very bad and can hardly be driven with a normal vehicle. The ablution facilities are definitely not up to standard.

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Herman B - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Herman B
With friends

Pragtige natuurskoon.

Afgeleë, natuurskone, rustige omgewing met alle geriewe vir lekker stap, kuier en ontspan.

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Beautiful scenery.

Remote, scenic, peaceful environment with all facilities for nice walks, visits and relaxation.

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Tommie B - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Tommie B
With friends

Disappointed. Paid a lot but didn't get much.

When searching for places for a breakaway we chose this place as it looked like there was much to do. But only after paying the 50% deposit, we received an e-mail to warn us that the road might be very bad. Also, no horse riding, only pony rides for less than 50 kg. Not sure where was the river ride. The unit itself was clean and tidy. But some pots and lids that didn’t match. The one pot was totally broken. Gas oven not working. Kitchen bin not emptied once, and braai not cleaned once. Then the road was in a total mess. We got stuck on our way out, and had to be pulled out by another car. The ad says you’ll need a high car (which we have), but I would suggest you change it to 4x4 only. Sorry, but I won’t visit Old Mill Drift Guest Farm again.

Elriena E - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elriena E
With partner

Fantasties.

'n Wonderlike plek vir natuurliefhebbers. Plek was so skoon en netjies. Ciarra is baie gasvry en het ons verblyf soveel lekkerder gemaak.

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Fantastic.

A wonderful place for nature lovers. Place was so clean and tidy. Ciarra is very hospitable and made our stay so much more enjoyable.

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Zach V - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zach V
Individual traveller

Ongelooflig mooi.

Ek het ongelooflik lekker gebly en daar is fantastiese roetes om te ry as jy van bergfietsry hou.

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Incredibly beautiful.

I had an amazing stay and there are fantastic routes to ride if you like mountain biking.

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Elmar R - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elmar R
Large group

Fantastic tranquillity.

The hosts are incredible, the location is more than we were expecting - what a wonderful experience and relaxing holiday!

Anna-marie B - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anna-marie B
With partner

Awesome. Lekker rustige plek. Mooi views. Paradys vir jou siel.

Awesome verby, 'n moet.

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Awesome. Nice peaceful place. Nice views. Paradise for your soul.

Awesome pass, a must.

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Liezl R - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liezl R
Large group

Fantasties, skoon, rustig, waarde vir geld.

Beste akkommodasie in Clarens. Skoon fasiliteite, mooi natuur, lekker staproetes, veilig, vriendelike mense. Dit was so lekker op die plaas ons het nie eers Clarens besoek nie. Daar is net te veel om te doen. Volgende keer gaan ons vir 'n week.

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Fantastic, clean, quiet, value for money.

Best accommodation in Clarens. Clean facilities, beautiful nature, nice hiking trails, safe, friendly people. It was so nice on the farm we didn't even visit Clarens. There is just too much to do. Next time we go for a week.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

HI Liezl
We most certainly would love to have you back. Thank you so much for the shining review!
It really does help to get our name out there.
Hope to see you again soon!
Kind regards
Yvonne

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Lynette O - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Lynette O
With partner

Dit was asemrowend mooi.

Die plaas huis was baie rustig en die pad soentoe asemrowend mooi. Jammerte vir geraas deur die dag van hoofpad wat aan die Lesotho kant gebou word. Ciarra was vriendelik, en het ons baie goed ontvang. Sy was ten allle tye behulpsaam.

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It was breathtakingly beautiful.

The farm house was very peaceful and the road to Suento was breathtakingly beautiful. Sorry for noise during the day from the main road being built on the Lesotho side. Ciarra was friendly, and received us very well. She was always helpful.

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Andreas S - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Andreas S
With partner

Rustige Plaas Verblyf

Ons het onlangs vier rustige nagte by Old Mill Drift deurgebring . Ons verblyf was in n grasdak kliphuise wat skoon. , netjies en gerieflik was . Met die mooiste uitsigte oor die berge en Lesotho die verte . Bonus is die privaat braai area aan agterkant van huisie . Ons is vriendelik deur Ciarra ontvang . Kan die plekkie aanbeveel vir enige een wat wil wegkom van die geraas van die stad en wat die rustigheid op die plaas wil geniet .

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Peaceful Farm Stay

We recently spent four peaceful nights at Old Mill Drift. Our accommodation was in a thatched stone house which was clean. , was neat and comfortable. With the most beautiful views over the mountains and Lesotho in the distance. Bonus is the private braai area at the back of the house. We were kindly received by Ciarra. Can recommend the place to anyone who wants to get away from the noise of the city and who wants to enjoy the tranquility on the farm.

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Adele L - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adele L
With partner

Idilliese, rustige, skoon omgewing, perfek vir wegbreek van stad se lawaai.

Vriendelike en behulpsame personeel. Gerieflike en skoon akkommodasie wat in al jou basiese behoeftes voorsien. Ons sal definitief weer van die fasiliteite gebruik maak. Moontlike ekstra padtekens op grondpad na die plaas om aan te dui watter pad is die meer 4x4 voertuig pad vs alternatiewe pad - voorstel.

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Idyllic, peaceful, clean environment, perfect for getting away from city noise.

Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable and clean accommodation that meets all your basic needs. We will definitely use the facilities again. Possible extra road signs on dirt road to the farm to indicate which road is the more 4x4 vehicle road vs alternative road - proposal.

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Hello Adele,
Regards the road signs; Yes, we are actually currently busy with the artwork for the "by roads". They too are new, a far better route for standard cars.
So we are on it! :)))
And Thank you for your comment. It does help us to improve. Glad you enjoyed your stay.

We hope to see you again one day soon.
Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Thys B - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Thys B
Family with young children

Heerlike naweek. Baie behulpsame personeel met ons laat aankoms.

Het uitgekamp saam met my 10-jarige seun en ons het elke oomblik geniet. Ideale opset om uit te kamp en die plaas, berge, fietsry, motorfietsry en stap te ervaar. Sal graag weer kom en my hele gesin saambring.

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Great weekend. Very helpful staff with our late arrival.

Camped out with my 10 year old son and we enjoyed every moment. Ideal setting to camp out and experience the farm, mountains, cycling, motorcycling and walking. Would love to come again and bring my whole family.

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Belinda E - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Belinda E
With partner

Baie lekker en gerieflik. Rustige atmosfeer.

Die 3 km grondpad is op plekke bietjie erg en ek sou nie met 'n klein voertuig die pad aandurf nie. Groter voertuie is beter vir die pad.

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Very nice and comfortable. Calm atmosphere.

The 3 km dirt road is a bit rough in places and I would not venture down the road with a small vehicle. Bigger vehicles are better for the road.

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Renee B - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Renee B
Family with young children

Ons het dit baie geniet.

Daar is lekker stapplek, die akkommodasie is basies maar daar is alles wat mens benodig. Die grondpad (laaste 3 km) is egter 'n uitdaging wanneer dit reën, soos in ons geval gebeur het.

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We enjoyed it very much.

There are nice places to walk, the accommodation is basic but there is everything you need. However, the dirt road (last 3 km) is a challenge when it rains, as happened in our case.

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Vinette O - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Vinette O

Ons het baie lekker gerus!

Groot wêreld vir avontuur, kan ver stap en honde laat rondhardloop. Netjiese verblyf, vriendelike personeel. Pragtige sterrekyk. Naby aan Clarens en Fouriesburg.

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We had a great rest!

Great world for adventure, can walk far and let dogs run around. Neat accommodation, friendly staff. Beautiful stargazing. Close to Clarens and Fouriesburg.

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Jc P - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Jc P
Family with young children

Vriendelike ontvangs en baie behulpsame diens.

Baie mooi bergreeks en omliggende natuur. Baie lekker vir uitstappies en bergfietse. Ons het lekker gekuier. Enigste negatiewe punt is die rowwe grondpad in. Kom met 'n 4x4. Vir die prys dalk ook 'n bietjie hoog, maar as jy in die natuur wil wees op sy suiwerste vlak, dan ja dis die plek vir jou. Jy gaan nie luuksheid hier vind nie wat lekker by homself soms is.

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Friendly reception and very helpful service.

Very beautiful mountain range and surrounding nature. Very nice for trips and mountain bikes. We had a nice time. Only negative point is the rough dirt road. Comes with a 4x4. For the price maybe also a bit high, but if you want to be in nature at its purest level, then yes, this is the place for you. You're not going to find luxury here, which is sometimes nice in itself.

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Arno L - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Arno L
With partner

Moet n 4x4 ry en moet nie n karavaan dasrna toe sleep nie pad is sleg

Paaie tussen dorpe is sleg

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Must drive a 4x4 and must not tow a caravan to dasrna, road is bad

Roads between towns are bad

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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

It was a waste of money, totally overpriced!

The apartment was not very clean, bedding full of cigarette marks, dog hair on all the bedding. Chose the accommodation specifically for motorcycling and horse riding. R350 for horse riding involved a little walking around for barely one hour. Motorbike riding was a bit of a ride around the buildings, for R250 an hour. Will never visit the place again in my life. It was an expensive weekend and felt like a total waste of money. I asked the website for a place with people and children, not too quiet, anything but! It was dead quiet, no cell phone signal, no television, no people, deathly quiet!

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Jeanre T - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jeanre T
With partner

Die mooiste kampterrein.

Die natuurskoon en uitsigte by Old Mill is absoluut merkwaardig. Ons kon nie genoeg kry van die prentjie mooi ligging nie. Werklik die moeite werd om te besoek.

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The most beautiful campsite.

The scenery and views at Old Mill are absolutely remarkable. We couldn't get enough of the picture-perfect location. Really worth visiting.

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Mauritz F - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mauritz F
With partner

Puik diens in 'n pragtige plek.

Een van die rustigste wegbreekplekke ooit met die mooiste berg landskap, diens was puik en baie vriendelik.

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Great service in a beautiful location.

One of the most peaceful getaways ever with the most beautiful mountain landscape, service was great and very friendly.

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Jaco P - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco P
With partner

Breathtaking rest for the soul!

An absolute gem of a place, clean fresh air, lovely hiking trails and a tranquillity that we never experienced before. Privacy is respected and very friendly caring owners. An absolute must for nature lovers!

Ruan D - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ruan D
With partner

Rustige, uit-die-pad-plaas om die natuur te geniet.

Die eienaars maak mens tuis voel sodra jy instap. Lekker lang hike-roetes en 'n lekker 4x4-roete wat ons met 'n 4x2 kon aanpak.

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Quiet, off-road farm to enjoy nature.

The owners make you feel at home as soon as you enter. Nice long hiking trails and a nice 4x4 trail that we could tackle with a 4x2.

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Maré-lize P - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maré-lize P
With partner

Rus vir die siel.

Dit is 'n pragtige plek met die mooiste natuurskoon. Die mense is regtig baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Ons sal beslis weer gaan.

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Rest for the soul.

It is a beautiful place with the most beautiful scenery. The people are really very friendly and helpful. We will definitely go again.

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Hi Maré-lize,
Thank you for your great review!
Hope to see you again.
Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Christo L - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christo L
With partner

Baie baie mooi!

Die Old Mill Drift is 'n plek waar jy regtig kan uitrus. Die uitsig is prentjie mooi, binne in die berge. Daar is stap roetes wat jou sonder woorde sal laat. Die plaas is op die grens van Lesotho, en jy het 'n uitsig op die landelike gebied van Lesotho. Kampterrein was lekker groot en skoon. Die badkamers se storte het lekker gewerk sonder probleme. Die 3 km grondpad is 'n bietjie rof vir klein karretjies. Daar is een stuk waar ons bietjie gesukkel het, maar as jy weet hoe om te ry is dit nie te sleg nie. Hulle werk tans aan die pad om dit beter te maak. Wil net weer eens vir Yvonne en haar span dankie sê vir 'n lekker naweek. Ons sal vir seker weer soontoe gaan. P.S Yvonne, dankie vir die aanbeveling om ontbyt by die Courtyard in Clarens te eet, dit was die beste!

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Very very pretty!

The Old Mill Drift is a place where you can really relax. The view is picture-perfect, in the mountains. There are walking routes that will leave you speechless. The farm is on the border of Lesotho, and you have a view of the rural area of Lesotho. Campsite was nice and big and clean. The bathrooms' showers worked nicely without any problems. The 3 km dirt road is a bit rough for small cars. There is one stretch where we struggled a bit, but if you know how to drive it's not too bad. They are currently working on the road to make it better. Just want to thank Yvonne and her team again for a nice weekend. We will go there again for sure. P.S Yvonne, thanks for the recommendation to have breakfast at the Courtyard in Clarens, it was the best!

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Good day Christo,

You are most welcome! certainly, hope that we will see you again.

Kind regards
Yvonne

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Janet V - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Janet V
With partner

Rustigheid in die natuurskoon.

Dis die tweede keer wat ons by Old Mill Drift tuisgaan, die eerste keer wat ons die groter eenheid gevat is wat omhein is vir ons honde. Die plek is fantasties ingerig, die honde het dit gelove om te kan rondhardloop en vars lug te kry. Die pad is bietjie slegter as wat ek onthou, maar nog steeds toeganklik. Amazing pet-friendly plek as jy uit die stad se lawaai wil kom en net afskakel.

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Tranquility in the natural beauty.

This is the second time we have stayed at Old Mill Drift, the first time we have taken the larger unit which is fenced for our dogs. The place is fantastically furnished, the dogs loved being able to run around and get fresh air. The road is a little worse than I remember, but still accessible. Amazing pet-friendly place if you want to get away from the city noise and just switch off.

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Sancha W - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sancha W
Large group

Awesome 4x4 offroad and caravaning. Most amazing views off Maluti Mountains and Lesotho.

Beautiful 4x4 off road caravan camping. Wonderful views of Maluti Mountains and Lesotho. Ablutions very neat. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back.

Joe T - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Joe T
Individual traveller

Dit was asemrowend, rustig en natuurskoon.

Dit was my eerste besoek aan Old Mill Drift en is vir seker nie my laaste nie. Dit is baie rustig en die perfekte wegbreek van alles af. Ek het in 'n tent gekamp en die staanplekke is ruim en jy voel nie opmekaar ingedruk nie. Die personeel is vriendelik en doen wat hulle moet sonder dat jy voel dat jou privaatheid betree word.

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It was breathtaking, peaceful and scenic.

It was my first visit to Old Mill Drift and is certainly not my last. It is very peaceful and the perfect getaway from it all. I camped in a tent and the stands are spacious and you don't feel crowded. The staff are friendly and do what they need to do without you feeling that your privacy is being compromised.

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Desiree A - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Desiree A
Family with teenagers

Perfect setting.

Unit we stayed in was very rustic. Would be nice to have had a cupboard for clothing and a microwave.

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Desire,

We have since put a microwave in the unit. As most people only stay for weekends, most guests "live out our their suitcases", so we did not think it necessary, as that we put cupboards in all of the smaller units. We will see if we can squeeze one in somewhere.

Thank you for your input, we really would like to "get it right"!

Thank you for your comments it does help us to improve.

Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Grant D - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Grant D
Family with teenagers

4x4 Destination, road is difficult to negotiate. Very pleasant hobbit meadow.

Good dog venue, upset did not bring my dog.

Hester D - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Hester D
With partner

Baie lekker.

Die verblyf was netjies en gerieflik. Dit is baie mooi en rustig op die plaas. Die 3 km-grondpad is nie so lekker nie maar dit is beslis die moeite werd vir die rustigheid.

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Very nice.

The accommodation was neat and comfortable. It is very nice and quiet on the farm. The 3 km gravel road is not that nice but the quietness is definitely worth it.

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Pieter S - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Pieter S
With partner

Dringende onderhoud moet gedoen word op sekere terreine.

Ek is teleurgesteld oor die aktiwiteite wat hulle op die e-pos adverteer. Ek het my naweek daar rondom beplan en uitgesien. Met my aankoms wou ek vir my en my eggenoot die quad bikes bespreek vir die Sondag. Dit kon nie gebeur nie wat almal was stukkend. Ek voel dan moet hulle op die e-pos dit so aandui en dit nie adverteer nie. Hulle sê verder die kampgeriewe het 'n bad by die dames, maar die bad het nie eers krane nie. Warm water 'n groot probleem by die ablusiegeriewe.

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Urgent maintenance must be done on certain sites.

I am disappointed with the activities they advertise on the email. I planned and looked forward to my weekend around it. Upon my arrival, I wanted to book the quad bikes for me and my spouse for the Sunday. It could not happen that everyone was broken. I feel then that on the email they should indicate it as such and not advertise it. They further say that the camp facilities have a bath with the ladies, but the bath does not even have taps. Hot water a big problem at the ablution facilities.

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Hi Pieter,
Unfortunately, as people abuse the bath (there is often a ring right under the overflow) which means that people are wasting water and gas. I would think that in today's day, baths are out in establishments as they are too expensive, get abused and a waste of water so we deliberately took the taps off and need to still remove the bath. I will make sure that it is not advertised as having one, sorry, that should have been taken off. Thank you for pointing it out to us. Unfortunately, people abuse the quads too and are often in need of repair.

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Nicolene J - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Nicolene J
With partner

Afgeleë, op jou eie aangewese.

As jy ver van alles en almal wil wegkom is dit baie gepas. Daar is geen selfoonopvangs nie. Kamers is modern gemeubileer, maar daar is ook geen TV of radio nie. Dis 'n werkende plaas so die werkers is heeldag om die chalets besig. Die honde is permanent voor die deur en wil in die chalets op die beddens kom lê. Die bestuur of eienaars is afwesig en met jou aankoms word daar net vir jou gewys waar jy moet gaan. Die water was elke oggend af met die gevolg dat jy moet of wag of 27 km ry om koffie te drink. Jy kan dus ook nie bad of stort nie. Ons ervaring van die omgewing was onvergeetlik, maar ek sal Old Mill Guest Farm net aanbeveel as jy vir die wêreld wil wegkruip. Daar was n addisionele R100 gevra vir die gebruik van hout vir die kaggel.

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Remote, on your own.

If you want to get away from everything and everyone it is very suitable. There is no mobile reception. Rooms are modernly furnished, but there is also no TV or radio. It's a working farm so the workers are busy around the chalets all day. The dogs are permanently at the door and want to come and lie on the beds in the chalets. The management or owners are absent and upon your arrival you are only shown where to go. The water was off every morning with the result that you either have to wait or drive 27 km to drink coffee. So you can't bathe or shower either. Our experience of the area was unforgettable, but I would only recommend Old Mill Guest Farm if you want to hide from the world. An additional R100 was asked for the use of wood for the fireplace.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hello Nicolene
I am sorry that you had a bad experience, but sometimes where one chooses to go is just "not for you".
What we are trying to offer our guests is a true "techno-detox".
With much research, most of our guests beseach us not to put TV's in the units, as well as not to offer wi-fi to their children.
(we do have 4 G wi-fi), as they want their kids (and themselves) to have good old fashioned family bonding.
Also for couples, the experience of no interruptions from cellphones / TV's really does deepen the experience. As the farm is an energy portal (AKA Vortex), the connection to our Mother Earth is also very strong – coming here to watch TV just is not what this experience is all about.

Yes, for sure if you do not like dogs we don't recommend that you come here. Our dogs are our children and they are terribly spoiled. They wont get onto your beds but they may want to cuddle with you on your couch.
Most of our guests that love animals adore our beautiful Ridgebacks, Yazoo and Ju-Ju, and Pippin is hard to extract from our guests' children. Our very well socialized mutts will guide you on walks and trails and play with your dogs if they are well socialized. Our miniature horses will also go into your units and may take a bite out of anything they find appetising, so if you are not an avid animal lover, this is not the place to come. Most of our animals are free to roam around. (We encourage our guests to allow their animals to do the same if they are well behaved).

We are normally VERY hands on with our guests, but as this is a working farm, we do experience "emergencies" of all kinds and cannot possibly be in attendance 100% of the time. We have since added a hand-held radio at reception to assist us in getting to our guests that arrive at times we are not in attendance. I do apologize that you did not get our normal sincere care.

We have as yet not been able to beat our powerful Mother Nature with the issue of water freezing overnight in some of the units. Despite us digging KILOMETRES of water pipes in very deep trenches (our water is piped all the way for the natural springs in the mountains), there are some areas where the pipe goes over rock where we are forced to lay the pipes surface. Despite insulation of all kinds, the water freezes in some places. You should have found a 5 litre container with spring water for coffee in your kitchen cupboard? If not we do apologize for our oversight. As for the wood, most of our guests are only too grateful that we have pre-made the fire for all guests. Unfortunately, as we choose not cut our trees down, we have to pay for the wood, and most of our guests are happy to do the same.

I am really sorry that you did not enjoy your stay and hope that your next choice of accommodation will be more in line with your requirements. It does upset us when we have guests that are unhappy.

Kind regards
Yvonne

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Tienie J - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Tienie J
With partner

Ons het dit nie geniet nie.

Die slegste was dat ons eers nadat ons betaal het ingelig is dat die pad sleg is. Algemene instandhouding is nie op datum.

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We didn't enjoy it.

The worst thing was that we were informed that the road was bad only after we paid. General maintenance is not up to date.

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Erika V - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Erika V
With partner

Teleurstellend.

Pad byna onbegaanbaar. Teerpad toegegroei en grondpad vol slote. Baie moeilik vir motor. Sukkel ook met bakkie. Arriveer 21:00. Geen ligte aan by chalet. Ander beddegoed en matrasse op sitkamerstoel en tafel gegooi. Geiser getrip deur nag. Koue stort op koue oggend. Grasdak. Spinnerakke teen vensters.

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Disappointing.

The road is nearly impossible to drive. Tar road overgrown and gravel road full of ditches. Very difficult for car. Also struggled with a bakkie. Arrive at 21:00. No lights at the chalet. Other bedding and mattresses thrown on lounge chair and table. Geyser tripped during night. Cold shower on a cold morning. Thatched roof. Cobwebs against windows.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hello Erika,
May I remind you that booked a unit which cost less than half the price of the one we upgraded you to, so as to not inconvenience you in the dark. You told us you were arriving at 5. When by 8 you had not appeared, we moved the outdoor cushions back inside, which is why they were there. Think you arrived well after 9?
Sadly, there is just no pleasing some people. I honestly believe that we truly deserved a good review from you, given our generosity.
We had also switched the geyser off as we thought you were not coming anymore, 4 hours late is quite late.... it did not trip in the night. if you had just spoken to us in the morning, we would have switched it back on for you. I am sorry that we forgot that it was switched off when we thought you were no longer coming.

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Richard O - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Richard O
With friends

Rustig, maar vervelig.

Yskas was nie aangeskakel, kombuis vloer nat toe moes loop soek vir 'n mop. Geen lig in hoofkamer behalwe 'n bedlampie.geen pan om eiers te braai ens. geen warm water nie, alhoewel daar 'n gas geyser was. Paaie is verskriklik. Het bietjie rond geloop toe kry ons leë vertrekke vol hondebollie. Die ceilings val in, stukkende meubels orals. Daar is absoluut niks om daar te doen nie.

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Quiet, but boring.

Fridge was not switched on, kitchen floor wet and had to go looking for a mop. No light in main room except a bedside lamp. no pan to fry eggs etc. no hot water, although there was a gas geyser. Roads are terrible. Walked around a bit and we found empty rooms full of dog balls. The ceilings are falling in, broken furniture everywhere. There is absolutely nothing to do there.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Dear Richard,

Thank you for your feedback.

The reason the floor was wet was as a result of the fridge being off. We have massive electric storms which, unfortunately, does occasionally trip the electricity.

We often have guests that go to their friends in other units with their contributions of food and regrettably don't return the dishes/plates/pots. However, it is still no excuse for us not picking that up.

We have a new team of cleaners, and they must have removed the cleaning equipment. Also not good.

With regards to the warm water, did you try to turn the gas on? The geysers definitely all work. If there was a problem with the geyser, we would have appreciated a notification to have it fixed for you.

As far as the fallen ceilings and broken furniture, you were in an area that we should mark as "out of bounds" to guests. To explain this to potential reading this, it is a derelict building in which we store all of the furniture which has been broken so that we may get it repaired. I would think better to store it there than in the units or outdoors? A stray dog must have adopted the builidng as home. It has since been cleaned, sorry we don't really ever go there, other than to dump the odd piece of furniture no longer suitable for use in the chalets.

On a final note, we certainly cannot please everyone. Hikers and people come back time and time again as they did not get to explore our beautiful mountains. The farm is definitely not for people that want to remain indoors or do not enjoy nature and the great outdoors. I sincerely hope that you have better luck in your next choice of destination.

Wishing you better-suited travels,
Yvonne
Owner

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Ronel C - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ronel C
Individual traveller

Absoluut 'n lafenis vir jou siel.

Dit was 'n wonderlike week gewees.Die natuurskoon en uitsig is pragtig. Heerlike staproetes. Yvonne is gasvry en personeel vriendelik. Het die 3 honde baie geniet wat my vergesel het op die staproetes. Sal definitief weer soontoe gaan.

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Absolutely a treat for your soul.

It had been a wonderful week. The scenery and view is beautiful. Great hiking trails. Yvonne is hospitable and staff friendly. Enjoyed the 3 dogs that accompanied me on the hiking trails. Will definitely go there again.

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HI Ronel,
Thanks so much for taking the time for writing a review for us and giving us five stars! It really does help us when folks are looking for a place to stay.
We do look forward to having you back.
Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Loura D - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Loura D
With partner

Perfekte plek om te ontspan en uit te rus.

Ons het ons tydjie hier baie geniet en sal dit beslis aanbeveel. Dit is heerlik om af te skakel in die pragtige natuurskoon. Chalet 3 is mooi omhein en kon ons hondjies na hartelus buite rondloop en in die sonnetjie uitspan.

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Perfect place to relax and rest.

We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend it. It is wonderful to switch off in the beautiful scenery. Chalet 3 is nicely fenced and our dogs could walk outside to their heart's content and stretch out in the sun.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

HI Loura,
It makes us very happy to hear that our guests have enjoyed their stay. Thank you for the sterling review.
Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Marena J - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marena J
With partner

Gorgeous views.

Lovely farm on the Lesotho border, pet friendly with awesome views and walking trail.

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Marena,
Thanks you for taking the time for writing a review for us and giving us such good ratings. We do hope to see you again.
Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Mike B - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mike B
With partner

Wonderlik, rustig, fantasties!

Wonderlike naweek gewees. Die natuurskoon, die vars lug, die blyplek, alles was puik. Ons sal beslis weer gaan!

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Wonderful, peaceful, fantastic!

It was a wonderful weekend. The scenery, the fresh air, the place to stay, everything was great. We will definitely go again!

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Fanie B - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fanie B
With partner

Heerlik ontspanne naweek by 'n besondere plek, weg van alles.

Gerieflike chalet met alles wat 'n mens nodig het. Pragtige uitsig oor vallei en op berge voor ons. Honde was vriendelik. Perde goed versorg. Sommer lekker om op die gasteplaas te bly en bietjie rond te loop.

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Lovely weekend at a special place far away from everything.

Comfortable chalet with everything one needs. Beautiful view of the valley and mountains for us. Dogs were friendly. Horses well looked after. It was nice to stay on the guest farm and walk around.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hello Fanie,
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Don't forget to mention us please if you hear of anyone getting married, or wanting to have a conference or a private function.
Thanks for the great review.
Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Gill L - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Gill L
With partner

Friendly welcome, beautiful farm.

Lovely farm, particularly good for long walks. Dogs loved it.

Reynard H - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Reynard H
With partner

Dit was baie lekker! Sal definitief weer soontoe gaan.

Dit is 'n baie rustige plek en ideaal as jy wil wegkom van die gejaag van die wêreld rondom jou. Die personeel op die plaas is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.

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It was very nice! Will definitely go there again.

It is a very peaceful place and ideal if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the world around you. The staff on the farm are very friendly and helpful.

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Simon B - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Simon B
With partner

Die beste uitsig in Suid-Afrika.

Sonder twyfel is dit uitstekende waarde vir geld. Ons het in Chalet nr 5 gebly, wat als het wat mens sal nodig hê, en die beste uitsig in Suid-Afrika. Ek sal dit vir enige iemand aanbeveel Ons verblyf het wel 2 afkeurpunte gehad: ander gaste se hondjies was nie gedissiplineerd nie en het gedurig vir ons geblaf terwyl hul eienaars sit en lag. Verder, die tweede aand toe ons wou stort, was daar nie water nie. Toe die water later terugkom, het dit halfpad deur my stort weer verdwyn. Ek vermoed 'n paar van die chalets deel 'n geyser en die ander chalet het voorkeerreg gehad. Om tydens die Vrystaat se winter te staan vol seep en papsopnat, en jy kannie afspoel nie, is nie ideaal nie.

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The best view in South Africa.

Without a doubt, it is excellent value for money. We stayed in Chalet No. 5, which has everything you need, and the best view in South Africa. I would recommend it to anyone Our stay did have 2 points of disapproval: other guests' dogs were not disciplined and constantly barked at us while their owners sat and laughed. Furthermore, the second night when we wanted to take a shower, there was no water. When the water later returned, it disappeared again halfway through my shower. I suspect a few of the chalets share a geyser and the other chalet had first refusal. During the Free State's winter, standing soaked with soap and porridge, and you can't rinse off, is not ideal.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

HI Simon,
Thank you kindly for taking the time to write a review. It is sad that some folk don't discipline their dogs and sometimes children. Had we been made aware of your problems, I could perhaps have said something to them, but can't do anything once the horse has bolted as they say. Thanks for your comment about your cold shower, I thought that I (who am downstream) was the only one affected, and know exactly how horrible it is. We have since your comment installed a pressure pump which seems to have sorted the issue out. Thank you kindly for pointing it out to us. We are honoured that you think it is the best view in South Africa! Will take a lot to beat for sure.
Thanks again for helping us to improve.
Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Anneke O - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Anneke O
With partner

Wonderlike plek!

Dis stil en mooi, en glo my hond het dit meer geniet.

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Wonderful place!

It's quiet and beautiful, and I believe my dog enjoyed it more.

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Johannes Hendrik C - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Johannes Hendrik C
With partner

Pragtig, rustig en definitief die moeite werd.

Ons het in nommer 3 tuisgegaan. Volgens my die beste opsie met die lekker privaat kuierarea. Ons het dit waarlik geniet en het nie negatiewe komentaar om te lewer nie. Ek het gesien die vorige gaste kla oor die 3 km grondpad. Ek voel dat die pad redelik goed instand gehou word en dat dit geskik is vir 'n normale voertuig, sou die bestuurder ondervinding hê om grondpad te ry. 'n Baie lae voertuig sal dit natuurlik nie geniet nie, maar die pad is heel rybaar. Die absolute natuurskoon en rustigheid daar maak dit die moeite werd en ek beveel graag die gasteplaas aan.

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Beautiful, tranquil and definitely worth the money.

We stayed in number 3. According to me the best option with a nice and private entertainment area. We enjoyed it a lot and don't have any negative comments. I saw that the previous guests complained about the 3 km gravel road. I feel that the road is well-maintained and that it is suited for normal cars if the driver has experience of driving on a gravel road. A very low car wouldn't enjoy it but it is doable. The scenery and tranquillity makes it worth while and I highly recommend the guest farm.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Dirkus,
Thank you kindly for taking the time for writing a review for us. We do hope you will visit us again.
Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Christie E - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Christie E
With friends

Onverwagse Lesotho-besoek.

Alhoewel dit 'n baie mooi bestemming is, was die pad na die huis amper ontoeganklik as jy met 'n gewone motor gery het. Niemand het ons hieroor gewaarsku nie en twee van die motors het skraapmerke aan die onderstel opgedoen. Die plek wat hulle as Lodge 1 uithuur lyk glad nie soos die foto's op die website nie en dit is vas aan Lodge 2. Dit is ook nie duidelik aangebring op die website nie. Dan het die gebou wat hulle as "backbackers" uithuur basies soos 'n murasie gelyk van buite en ook nie soos die fotos nie. Die binnekant van die geboue lyk meer soos die foto's.

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Unexpected rural visit to Lesotho.

Even though it is a stunning destination the road to the house was almost not navigable with a normal vehicle. No one warned us about it and 2 of the cars got scratched on the bottom. The place rented out as Lodge 1 doesn't resemble the pics on the website at all. And the building rented out as a "backpackers" basically looks like ruins from the outside and also not like the pics. The interiors of the buildings resembled the pics.

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Disappointed.

The road is very bad, not even 4x4 can drive there. Rooms not looked after, not clean and everything falling apart. Cupboards broken and toasters not working. Room not up to standard at all. I expected better and am very disappointed. Not a safe place at all. I couldn't do any activities. Nothing you can do from the internet. I only slept one, was very scared and didn't feel safe and just drove the other 2 nights lost money and went looking for other accommodation. People arrived and turned back to look for another place. They didn't want to stay there. It was not what one saw on the internet. Very run down and dilapidated. I don't blame them, if we could I would have driven too, we were too late to find other accommodation for the 3 nights.

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Leani D - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leani D
With partner

Dit was 'n heerlike nat, kaggelvuur Kersfeeswegbreek vir twee Philippolisers.

Old Mill is 'n lieflike wegbreekplek. Die laaste 5 km na die plaas toe is baie rof grond en modder as dit nat is maar ons kon met ons piepklein karretjie oor die klippe kom as jy amper stilstaan-stadig ry. Dis asemrowend mooi as jy eers daar uitkom. Daar is net geen SA-selfoonsein nie. Net roaming. Yvonne en al die perde, rifrughonde en ponies het ons baie welkom laat voel. Sal beslis weer teruggaan soontoe.

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It was a lovely wet, log fire Christmas break for two Philip policemen.

Old Mill is a lovely getaway. The last 5 km to the farm is very rough ground and mud when it is wet, but we were able to get over the rocks with our tiny car if you drive almost at a standstill-slowly. It's breathtakingly beautiful once you get there. There is just no SA mobile signal. Roaming only. Yvonne and all the horses, ridgeback dogs and ponies made us feel very welcome. Will definitely go back there again.

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Janet V - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Janet V
With partner

Prentjie mooi en sielsvernuwend.

Die eenheid was baie goed uitgerus. Die view en surroundings was nog mooier as die foto's. Dit was so lekker stil en rustig en het verseker die batterye herlaai! Sal verseker weer teruggaan! Yvonne was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.

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Picture perfect soulfood.

The unit was well equipped. The view and surroundings were even better than the photos. It was so quiet and peaceful we could recharge our batteries! Will definitely be back! Yvonne was really friendly and helpful.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Janet,
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
I am glad you managed to recharge.
We do hope you will come again.
Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Jaco L - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco L
With partner

Beeldskone omgewing met opregte gasvryheid.

Vriendelike gasheer, die oord self fantasties. Gaan definitief terug na Old Mill Drift Guest Farm.

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Stunning surroundings with warm hospitality.

Friendly host, fantastic resort. Will definitely be back.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hello Jaco,
I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. It makes my heart glow and thank you so much for the lovely review.
We do hope we will see you again.
All the best for 2017.
Don't forget our Overland Expo end of March.
Kind regards,
Yvonne
Old Mill Drift

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Lynette V - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette V
Individual traveller

Dis waarlik 'n onontdekte juweel met pragtige natuurskoon en stapplekke, dis baie veilig en die eienaar Yvonne is hands-on met gaste.

Die paaie daarnatoe is begaanbaar vir kleiner motors. Die chalets is smaakvol ingerig, en die personeel is vriendelik en behulpsaam. Die wendy is ook goed ingerig.

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It's truly an undiscovered gem with beautiful scenery and places to walk, it's very safe and the owner Yvonne is hands-on with guests.

The roads to it are passable for smaller cars. The chalets are tastefully furnished, and the staff are friendly and helpful. The wendy is also well furnished.

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Leandra M - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leandra M
With partner

Dit was idillies en rustig.

Ek sal hierdie gasteplaas aanbeveel vir enigiemand wat nuwe lewe en perspektief nodig het. Dit was ongelooflik.

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It was idyllic and relaxing.

Highly recommended to anyone looking for perspective or a new lease on life. It was amazing.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

HI Leandra
Thank you for the lovely review. It makes us very happy to hear that our guests have had a special experience.
All the best and take care
Yvonne
OMD

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Ronel D - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ronel D
With partner

Wonderlike tyd van rus en vrede in 'n asemrowende omgewing!

Ons tydjie by Old Mill Drift was kos vir ons siele. Die natuurskoon was asemrowend, die akkommodasie was netjies en skoon. Die enigste uitdaging was die grondpad wat rêrig plek-plek onrybaar was!

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Wonderful time of rest and peace in an amazing area!

Our time at Old Mill Drift was food for the soul. The natural beauty is astounding, the accommodation was neat and clean. The only challenge was the dirt road that was really not suitable for driving in places!

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Willie L - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Willie L

Verblyf was soos geadverteer. Skoon en netjies.

Lekker plek om by te bly. Baie rustig. Ek sal net voorstel dat 'n persoon met 'n hoër voertuig ry a.g.v grondpad. Verder was daar geen probleem nie.

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Accommodation as advertised. Clean and neat.

Nice place to stay at. Very relaxing. I would suggest people to use a high vehicle due to the dirt road. Otherwise there were no problems.

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Andre W - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre W
With partner

Excellent location. Beautiful landscape.

Needs to open the bar to residents, sort out the dam and prepare some proper designated camp sites with tree cover and better ablutions.

Philippa B - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Philippa B
Family with teenagers

Beautiful, restful. Quiet.

Need more information regarding what to bring. We were caught a bit short.

Monique M - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monique M
With partner

Wonderlike Wendy Huisie.

Ons was die eerste twee om die Wendy te bewoon, en dit was fantasties! Presies wat jy nodig het as mens lui is vir tent opslaan. Die elektriese lakens het werklik die verskil teen die koue gemaak en ek beveel dit sterk aan. Die ablusie is basies maar het als wat mens kort, my enigste voorstel hier sal 'n stortkop wees, daar is net een klein stroompie water wat uitkom. Prentjie mooi omgewing en die woefies wat vriendelik elke oggend kom groet sit n glimlag op enigeen se gesig. Ek stel voor julle waarsku mense hoe die grondpad is die tyd van die jaar wanneer n bespreking gemaak word, die webtuiste dui net aan dat dit soms sleg is, en ons het groot moeilikheid gehad toe ons 'n gat in die olietenk opdoen het. Dit was sports om 'n mechanic op 'n vakansiedag in Clarens te probeer opspoor! Daai opsy sal ons definitief weer gaan!

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Wonderful Wendy House.

We were the first two guests to stay in the Wendy, and it was fantastic! Exactly what you need when you are too lazy to set up your tent. The electric blankets really made a difference against the cold and I strongly recommend them. The ablution facilities are basic, but has all of the necessities, my only recommendation would be a shower head. There is only one small stream of water. Scenic environment and the friendly dogs who come to greet you each morning put a smile on your face. I would suggest you warn people about the state of the dirt road this time of year when they make a reservation. The website just indicates that it in a bad condition sometimes and we had a lot of trouble when we got a hole in the oil tank. It was great sports finding a mechanic on a holiday in Clarens! Except for that, we will definitely go again!

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

HI Monique

Firstly thank you for taking the time to write a review. I am glad that you liked our space. We have just very recently undertaken major earthworks on our campsite, and literally only been open for a few months, so there is still much room for improvement, in a number of aspects. Thank you for letting us know about the shower head. I shall replace it today. We still need to decorate the ablutions, farm life can be hectic, It is very difficult to indicate to folks on our website what the condition of the road is going to be as it changes literally from day to day. After heavy rains, it is quite a challenge to get here in a non 4x4 vehicle, but in winter, it is normally a very easy road. It is a public road, so I am resistant to spend money on what our government should be upkeeping, but we do spend a lot of time and labour on it. Hopefully, when you come back you will see a vast change to our ablutions! Do take care and we look forward to having you back.

Kind regards
Yvonne
OMD

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Anita B - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anita B
With partner

Die omgewing is prentjie-mooi.

Die omgewing is werklik prentjie-mooi en die eienares en personeel is baie behulpsaam en vriendelik. Die kamp geriewe is baie primitief maar die natuurskoon maak op daarvoor. Daar is geen selfoon of internet opvangs nie, wat verseker dat 'n mens totaal en al kan afskakel en ontspan. Ek sou aanbeveel dat badkamers effe opgekikker word en 'n spieël verskaf word asb. Baie dankie vir die lekker kuier, ons het dit baie geniet.

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The area is picturesque.

The area truly is picturesque and the owners and staff are very helpful and friendly. The camping facilities are very primitive but the nature makes up for it. There is no cellphone reception or internet, which assures that you can completely shut down and relax. I would recommend that the bathrooms get renovated and a mirror gets provided please. Thank you very much for the great stay, we enjoyed it very much.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Anita
We are happy that you enjoyed your stay. I thank you for taking the time to do a review for us.
I shall ensure that we put a mirror into the bathroom and also one on the wall as you step in.
Thank you for assisting us to improve !!!
All the best and happy travels
Yvonne

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Ferdi K - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ferdi K
Family with young children

Pragtige natuur en rustig.

Ons het die naweek baie geniet en sal beslis teruggaan. Beddens is baie gemaklik en alles wat nodig is was byderhand. Die water uit die fonteine is iets spesiaal. Die laaste stukkie van die pad is bietjie rof, veral as jou voertuig laer is as normal. Die eienaar, Yvonne, is baie aangenaam en behulpsaam.

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Beautiful nature and tranquil.

We enjoyed the weekend very much and will definitely go back. Beds are very comfortable and everything that you need is there. The water in the fountains are something special. The last piece of the road is quite rough, especially when your car is lower than normal. The owner Yvonne is very pleasant and helpful.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Ferdi
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Much appreciated.
Yes, sometimes the road is bad. It really does depend on the time of year you travel here as it is constantly changing due to the elements. We do get it graded twice a year, so sometimes it can be really easy. Best in winter I would say.
Kind regards
Yvonne

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Rosie S - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Rosie S
With partner

Beautiful farm.

We really love visiting Old Mill Drift Guest Farm. It's such a beautiful farm with loads of things to do. There's some awesome hiking trails and if you're into mountain biking, do take your bikes with when you visit the farm. We really enjoy being out in nature and camping at Old Mill Drift really gives you the opportunity to unwind while you soak up the beautiful scenery around you. There is no cellphone reception though, but we never mind that, because we go there to get away from the city buzz so for us being disconnected from the outside world is an added bonus. The only complaint we have is that the family at the camping stand next to us were really noisy - they played loud music every single night which was really a shame as it felt like we lived next to a club and not out on a farm in the country side. This really spoiled the whole trip for us and we didn't feel rested and rejuvenated when we left the farm like we normally do. One camping stand really spoiled the experience for all the other campers and no one really felt comfortable complaining to the the owner of the farm as she was with that specific family every night and didn't seem to mind the music. We'll definitely visit again as we really love going there, it would just be nice if some rules could be set in place regarding noise and loud music at night as it really spoils the whole experience of being out in nature. Will still highly recommend the farm to any nature lovers!

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Rosie
Thank you so much for writing such a lovely review for us. Our campsite is new to us, so we are on a learning curve.
I think putting up a curfew for playing music is a very good idea (hard to ask people to stop laughing and telling stories I guess, but one does not need loud music to enjoy oneself.
I will take a look at what the other campsites do and put something in place.
Thank you for your comments, it helps us to improve.
I am glad you enjoyed your stay and do hope to see you chaps again.
Kind regards
Yvonne

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Susanne J - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Susanne J
With partner

Gerieflike akkommodasie in asemrowende en rustige omgewing.

Hier kan jy doen wat jy wil wanneer jy wil en hoe lank jy wil! Pragtige staproetes, oor berge en in dale. En 3 pragtige honde om jou op te pas, en perde wat rustig voor jou huisie wei.

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Comfortable accommodation in breathtaking and tranquil surroundings.

Here you can do what you want whenever you want and how long you want! Beautiful hiking trails, over mountains and through valleys. There are 3 beautiful dogs to keep an eye on you, and horses that quietly graze in from of your house.

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Jan W - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jan W
Family with teenagers

Rustige omgewing met pragtige uitsig toegevou in die Malutiberge.

Uitdagende 4X4-roete oor die Malutiberge wat aansluit op die hoofroete tussen Clarens en Golden Gate.

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Peaceful area with lovely view of the Maluti Mountains.

Challenging 4x4 route over the Maluti Mountains that links to the main route between Clarens and Golden Gate.

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Eduan H - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Eduan H
With friends

Baie tevrede

Die pad op pad na die plaas is baie sleg, maar ons is vooraf gewaarsku deur Old Mill Bestuur. Alhoewel ons dit gemaklik met 3 klein karretjies uitgery het, sal ek 'n bakkie of soortgelyk aanbeveel. Ons het die backpackers opsie (goedkoopste) gekies en dit het ons verwagtinge oorskry. Die plekkie lyk onnetjies van buite af maar dit was baie groot en skoon aan die binnekant en daar was meer as genoeg skottelgoed, 'n yskas, 'n ketel en 'n gasstofie. Ons het in die wintertydperk gegaan en die water het in die pype gevries wat gemaak het dat daar in die oggende nie water was nie, daar was wel elke aand water, ek sal eerder 'n somerwegbreek aanbeveel. Ons sal definitief terugkeer om die roetes op die plaas self te stap aangesien dit nie in ons beplanning gepas het die keer nie. Ek beveel Old Mill Drift sterk aan en ons hoop om voor die einde van die jaar weer 'n draaitjie daar te maak.

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Very satisfied.

The road to the farm is very bad, but we were warned beforehand by Old Mill Management. Although we were comfortable with 3 small cars, I would recommend a bakkie or something similar. We chose the backpacker option (cheapest) and it exceeded our expectations. The spot doen't look neat from the outside, but it was very large and clean on the inside and there was more than enough dishes, a fridge, a kettle and a gas stove. We went during the winter season and the water had frozen in the pipes, which meant that there was no water in the morning. There was water every night, I would recommend a summer getaway. We will definitely return to explore the trails on the farm as it didn't fit in our schedule at the time. I strongly recommend Old Mill Drift and we hope to return before the end of the year.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Dear Eduan,

Thank you very much for taking the time to review our establishment, it helps us to improve our service.

We moved the water pipes last year but it seems like there might still be a problem. It hasn't been cold enough for us to assess. We will look into where the pipes are still being exposed to see if we can sort the problem of the frozen pipes out.

Thank you for pointing it out to us. We do look forward to having you back!

Kind regards,
Yvonne

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Inez Du Preez D - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Inez Du Preez D
With friends

Pragtige omgewing, rustig.

'n Besondere ondervinding tussen die berge. Dit was heerlik tussen die perde en honde. Gaan met 'n 4x4, met 'n gewone voertuig is dit maar bietjie asem ophou die laaste 3 km.

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Beautiful area, peaceful.

An excellent experience in the mountains. It was wonderful between the horses and the dogs. Go with a 4x4, with a normal vehicle it's quite scary the last 3 km.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Inez,
Thank you so much for taking the time to do a review for us.
We do hope to see you here again.
Kind regards,
Yvonne.
Old Mill Drift.

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Salome K - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Salome K
With partner

Pragtige plaas omring deur berge.

Net die laaste paar km is grondpad, verkieslik vir motors met groter grondvryhoogte.

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Beautiful farm surrounded by mountains.

Only the last few km is dirt road, preferably for cars with greater ground clearance.

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Chantelle J - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Chantelle J
Family with young children

Swak diens.

Plek is baie mooi. Pad daarheen baie sleg. Gewone motor sal swaarkry. Baie swak diens. Wag nou nog vir antwoord op 'n epos. Dit is al 2 weke later. Baie dankie.

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Poor service.

Place is very nice. Road there very bad. Ordinary car will suffer. Very poor service. Still waiting for a reply to an email. It's already 2 weeks later. Thank you very much.

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Martie V - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Martie V
Family with teenagers

Baie aangenaam en rustig.

Baie aangenaam en rustige atmosfeer. Ongelooflike mooi natuurskoon! Akkommodasie nie heeltemal op standaard. Geen handdoeke, verdunde skottelgoedopwasmiddel en huisie glad nie skoongemaak, self die kaggel. Een warmkombers het nie gewerk nie. Kombuis toerusting ook nie goeie toestand.

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Very pleasant and peaceful.

Very pleasant and peaceful atmosphere. Unbelievably beautiful scenery! Accommodation not quite up to standard. No towels, diluted washing up liquid and cottage not cleaned at all, even the fireplace. One hot blanket did not work. Kitchen equipment also not good condition.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Dear Martie,

Thank you for taking the time to write a review. It does help us to improve.

Unfortunately, we do not provide towels and if you require cleaning services, we do so at an extra fee. You would have received an info email outlining all of these areas, prior to your arrival. The same email would also have informed you of the cleaning services.

The chalets are completely self-catering, which means that you need to bring your own soaps, shampoos, and dishwashing liquid. This is standard practice for venues that are not 5-star rated and are trying to keep the rates as low as possible for their clients.

I will see which unit you were in and go and check on which electric blanket is not working and also remove the kitchen items which are not in a good condition. Unfortunately, people do abuse items putting pots onto open flames, using kitchen utensils to stoke the fire etc. which is quite a nightmare for us.

Thank you once again for pointing this out to us.

Kind regards,
Yvonne

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Rene N - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Rene N
Family with teenagers

Pragtige omgewing, netjiese plaas, pad na bestemming uiters sleg, net geskik vir 4x4 voertuig.

Ons moes verblyf kort knip aangesien die pad so sleg was en ons wou graag reis om die omgewing te sien.

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Beautiful surroundings, neat farm, road to destination extremely bad, only suitable for 4x4 vehicle.

We had to cut our stay short as the road was so bad and we wanted to travel to see the area.

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Piet S - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Piet S
Family with teenagers

Nooit ooit weer nie.

Ek is glad nie "fussy" oor 'n kampplek nie, maar die een was glad nie lekker nie. Eerstens was daar nie eens 'n asblik in sig nie, die badkamergeriewe het geen sluitmeganisme van binne nie en 'n klomp van die manne wat ook daar gekamp het het die heeltyd net ingeloop, nie eens geklop nie. Daar is nie afsonderlike badkamergeriewe vir mans en dames nie, my arme vrou was in 'n toestand oor dit. Dan is daar met ons aankoms vir ons vertel daar is streepsakke vol vuurmaakhout en ons is welkom om te gebruik, glo dit of nie tien minute nadat ek 'n vuur aangesteek het word daar vir my gesê dit kos R100 per sak, dit is nogal pine hout gewees, nie eens ordentlike hout wat kole maak nie. Nee wat, my bespreking was 'n nagmerrie.

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Never ever again.

I'm not at all "fussy" about a campsite, but this one was not nice at all. First of all, there wasn't even a trash can in sight, the bathroom facilities had no locking mechanism from the inside and a bunch of the men who were also camping there just walked in the whole time, didn't even knock. There are no separate bathroom facilities for men and women, my poor wife was in a state about it. Then when we arrived we were told there were striped bags full of firewood and we were welcome to use, believe it or not ten minutes after I lit a fire I was told it cost R100 per bag, that's quite a pain been wood, not even decent wood that makes coals. No what, my reservation was a nightmare.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hello Pieter,
Firstly thank you for your comments. They do help us to improve.

The dustbins were not in clear site from all the campsites. They are around at the back of the dish washing area. We will put signs up pointing out where they are, but plan to add bins to each campsite. Thank you for that input, we will make the improvement.

I would like to point out again, as you were made very aware at the outset, we have just opened our campsite and that not all things are 100% yet.

All of your issues could have been addressed within 15 minutes, had you taken the time to just let us know or ask us. It is always sad that people do not ask. We would have jumped to assist you.

The keys for the ablutions were forgotten in the office, we could have had them there for you in a heartbeat.
We have since marked one toilet for men and one for women. Thank you for this, an improvement indeed.

I would be grateful if you could share with me which of my staff members told you that the wood was free. Really odd. I can't imagine by whom you may have received that information. Chopping and collecting wood is a time consuming and costly business. We certainly don't make anything out of it, it is merely a service we provide. Where in the world would one get wood for free?
Unless of course you were prepared to cut, chop and gather it yourself, I find it quite bizarre that you could think that it could be.
The bags we sell are mainly all hardwood. There is some poplar, which it seems you may have received. If you had mentioned to us that you were unhappy we would have replaced it with hardwood within a few minutes.

I am sorry that you did not share your grievances with us, I am sure we could have sorted all of these little issues out.

Thank you once again for your input.
It does help us to improve.

All the best
Yvonne
Owner

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Jolene C - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jolene C
With friends

Thanks for an awesome experience.

We were so pleasantly surprised by our beautiful cottage and the location of the farm. Exquisite scenery and view of the Maluti mountains and with a river a walking distance from the cottage, there is so much to do and km’s to walk around. We couldn't have wished for more! The peacefulness was overwhelming, certainly food for the soul. We could literally spend the entire weekend on the farm. The cottages are exquisite and beautifully decorated and very comfortable with all the basics you need. What an experience. We will definitely visit again!

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

HI Jolene
THANK YOU so much for the beautiful review. It really means a lot to us. It makes us very happy to know that our guests love it here and that we are getting it right.
We look forward to having you back here. I will be sure to put a review on Air B&B for you.
Yours kindly
Yvonne McCarthy
Old Mill Drift

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Rosemarie L - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rosemarie L
With partner

Yvonne was so helpful and could not do enough to make me and the 7 dogs comfortable. She is tops!

Yvonne made us so comfortable allowing the vehicle to be brought right next to our chalet so we did not have to go up and down steps to the trailer. She even drove the vehicle carefully herself to achieve this. She securely fenced in an area next to the chalet for the dogs and even put netting wire around the bottom so the smaller dogs could not slip through.

Anita V - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anita V
With partner

Rustigheid vir die siel!

Eienaar baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Sal vir seker weer daar oornag. Baie goed geleë, net 'n hanetreetjie van Clarens, Golden Gate National Park en die Lesotho grens.

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Tranquility for the soul!

Owner very friendly and helpful. Will stay there again for sure. Very well located, just a stone's throw from Clarens, Golden Gate National Park and the Lesotho border.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Anita,
Glad you enjoyed your stay. It is very important to us, and thank you for the lovely review. That too, is very important to us, seeing as the place had a bit of a bad rep before change of ownership. It's going to take some time to turn it around, but we are trying our level best.
Hope to see you again soon.
Thanks again,
Yvonne McCarthy

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Louisa S - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Louisa S
With friends

Absolutely great value for money for a large family gathering. All basics were provided by farm.

Maybe some laminated charts could be provided with more info on local hikes in the area on the property. The owner was charming and helpful though. We loved our stay, Thank you!

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hi Louisa,
Very glad you enjoyed your stay.
Will work on get those charts done.... they are a must.
So much to miss if one does not know where to go.
Thank you for taking the time and thanks for the shining review.
We do hope to see you back here in summer, when the farm is transformed into green rolling hills.
All the best
Y

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Marthin L - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Marthin L
Family with young children

Lekker en rustig.

Was baie lekker gewees, glo dit is beeldskoon in die somer.

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Lovely and peaceful.

It was really lovely. I can believe that it is beautiful in summer.

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Old Mill Drift Guest Farm 's response

Hello Martin
Yes, the farm does have a completely different feel in summer. Lush green rolling hills that go on forever. The contrast of the mountains and rocks is obviously far greater, and swimming and tubing in the river adds a whole different dimension. My apologies for not spending time with you to tell you more of the farm and its history. Just was running like a mad person that weekend. I now have an assistant, which is a great relief. I do hope that you will come in summertime to experience a whole new dimension.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review.
Yours kindly
Yvonne McCarthy
Old Mill Drift

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Petrus C - May 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Petrus C
Family with teenagers

Perfekte wegbreek van al die gewoel in die mooiste natuurskoon.

4x4-huis. Al die basiese van warm water, lekker beddens, goed ingerigte kombuis en natuurlik die kaggel. Braaigeriewe en hout was voldoende asook lekker afdak en gemaklike sitplek vir aand-kuiers. Daar kort nog bietjie fyner afronding t.o.v skoonmaakdiens en voorste veiligheidshek wat nie kan toe nie, toilet lek, stortkop het losgekom en lig in die sit-eetkamer is nie voldoende vir die aande om te lees nie. Ons het dit wel baie geniet.

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Perfect break from all the hustle and bustle in the most beautiful scenery.

4x4 house. All the basics of hot water, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen and of course the fireplace. Braai facilities and wood were sufficient as well as a nice canopy and comfortable seating for evening visits. It still needs some finer finishing in relation to the cleaning service and the front security gate that cannot close, the toilet leaks, the shower head has come loose and the light in the sitting-dining room is not sufficient for reading in the evenings. We did enjoy it a lot.

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