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25 March 2018
Amazing Location in the scenic mountains, 3 meals per day which were amazing and very welcoming and pleasant staff. Gorgeous hikes.The only negative was the 2km off road getting in/out the Lodge especially after a heavy rainfall.
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14 February 2018
A relaxing guest farm that takes care of your every need, good food and comfortable accommodation at an affordable price.
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14 February 2018
Very relaxing country farm atmosphere. Lovely walks through the sandstone cliffs. Horse riding avaliable.
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02 February 2018
This an absolute gem. Not to be missed. A style of hospitality from a different era and century.
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16 January 2018
I remember. from about 20 years agohow absolutely wonderful it was to stay at Sunnyside Guest Farm.was there at least five times after having attended an amazing art course by Dorothy Goynes.not sure of spellingloved it's old world charm. ..the gracious Ann Boland.cosy lounges. ..most delicious meals.friendly dining room.evening games.in those days.morning and afternoon teas with scrumptious cakes.cosy and comfortable chalet type rooms.and the dogs and geese !!!
Now that I think about it. .time to revisit and experience that wonderful tranquillity. !!response / report this review -
04 December 2017
Escape from the Rat Race
My wife has been going to Sunnyside Guest Farm for the past 14 years. I have been going at least once per year for 5 years.
Ann Boland is the Master Mind behind the Guest Farm. She has been running it for over 40 years.
People that have complained about service and facilities need to go to a five star establishment and pay three times the price to satisfy their eccentric demands.
Sunnyside guest farm has become a Mecca for Artists. Pierneef and a number of other famous artists spend ages there painting the beautiful scenery.
Richard Rennie, (unfortunately he passed away last year) started an Art week there 25 years ago. Ann now hosts about 7 Art weeks every year. Even overseas Artists have discovered the gem and are hosting their workshops there.
Facilities are not luxury. They are comfortable and totally satisfactory.
The food is excellent. The fee includes 3 three-course (at least) meals per day as well as morning tea/coffee brought to your room in the morning, morning tea, afternoon tea and on request more at 9:00pm.
The staff has been there for many years. Many are not fluent in English, so seem to be grumpy, but they are always helpful.
Until a year ago there was no internet connection or email address for the facility. The farm telephone line could not handle it. Ann is not computer literate. Her receipts are hand written. Any external correspondence was done on a Typewriter and posted at the Post Office in Clarens. This Post Office has closed, so Bethlehem is now the closest Post Office. Fortunately her Grand Daughter-in-law now handles her email.
Get away form the Rat Race. Cell phone reception is only reasonable at certain spots if you are lucky to find one. (A lot better last year). There is no television available and internet reception on your phone or laptop is dependent on the Cell phone signal.
They have added electric blankets on the beds and a recent addition is underfloor heating in most of the rooms. You can choose a cottage that can house the family. Children can swim, (in summer only. Brrrr!) Children will love the dogs, geese, sheep, cattle and donkeys. There are lovely walks to the river and up the mountain. It was the starting point of the serious Angels Wing hiking trail.
It has tennis courts and a beautiful Bowling Green. The Artists paint in the Bowling Green Clubhouse.
Just decide to leave the world behind. Turn the clock back 40 years and enjoy an absolutely amazing experience at Sunnyside.response / report this review -
07 November 2017
Pleasant outdoor braai experience.
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08 October 2017
Many, many happy holidays. The best place ever!
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10 August 2017
Old world charm, peace and tranquility coupled with good food. Only a short drive to Golden gate national park and even shorter drive in to Clarence village.
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22 May 2017
Brilliant for an unpretentious farm stay with provided wholesome food and great hospitality. It offers quiet, except the the meal gong is rung, great walks, a double tennis court, and a swimming pool. It is between Clarens and Golden Gate and thus ideally situated to explore both.
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20 April 2017
Have been going to Sunny side guest farm since I was little and now I bring my kiddies there. It's an amazing place that takes you away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and let's you enjoy waking around, enjoying the scenery and eating amazing farm food. There is no wifi, no TVs and the closest bar is in Clarens so you are truly isolated which is great. If I could I'd give 10 stars for this place.
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08 April 2017
The venue itself is not great at all and the food is a no go. The views however are breathtaking.
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16 March 2017
My favourite place in the world! It has not changed a bit since I was a child. Good honest food, beautiful scenery and hiking and old world rustic charm.
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01 January 2016
This is an old school Gem in South Africa. Experience real South African hospitality in an amazing setting. Relax and enjoy :-)
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