DescriptionWe provide personal, farm-style accommodation on a Dinner, Bed & Breakfast basis. Ardmore Guest farm is situated in the enchanting Champagne valley of the central Drakensberg, just below the majestic Champagne Castle (2nd highest peak in South Africa at 3377m) and Cathkin Peak Mountains of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Your hosts, Sue and Paul Ross, will conspire with the magnificent scenery and tranquil atmosphere to make your visit a memorable experience. Ardmore ? the perfect lodging when you travel South Africa. Dining We provide delicious farm-style cuisine. Included in the tariff, is a 4 course lantern-lit dinner with complimentary wine (informal dress) served in the Yellowwood dining room. Join us for a pre-dinner drink in the cosy bar or for coffee & tea around the fireplace in the lounge after supper.
What do our users think21.02.2010 by Pat & Peter Fenwick from South Africa - 5/5- Ardmore Farm is in a stunning location and really close to a fantastic golf course and berg walks. Unfortunately the owners don't seem to appreciate what they have or the potential and the rooms are in dire need of some TLC and some decorating. 18.05.2009 by Jennifer from SA - Lovely location and the hosts were very hospitable, however, having wanted to get a way for some peace and quiet, I was quite horrified to be blasted by the sound of the lawnmowers for 8 solid hours, 3 days running!!!! 28.04.2009 by Roger & Sheila Hillman from UK - 3/5- The scenery in the Central Drakensbergs was stunning. So much to see and do, and such good value. Only down side was the weather, we had not realized that February would be Winter, we had rain at some point almost every day,usually late afternoon. People coming from Europe should be made aware of the climate and also distances that might have to be driven if you wish to eat somewhere other than your hotel/accommodation, especially at night and on dirt/mud roads, they might choose to go full board rather than face 15 - 20k to find somewhere to eat. We stayed at the Ardmore Guest Farm, stunning location and views. Good and plentiful farmhouse food and excellent hospitality by the owners. But unfortunately we feel we should caution people about the Rondawel accommodation, it's badly in need of a revamp and was shabby and dirty. Also there is no mention of the 5k dirt road which is treacherous after heavy rain. 28.04.2009 by Hillman from UK - Beautiful location, hospitable host. Plenty of good homestyle food. The owner and his family make every effort to make your stay enjoyable. Unfortunately could not recommend the Rondawel cottage accommodation. We understood it would be rustic but its was shabby and downright dirty and drastically in need of a revamp. The ensuite was something to be seen, a real pity as the place has so much to offer. However would also warn of the 5K dirt road that after heavy rain is a nightmare, particularly in a small hired car. The road is also used by the forestry vehicles and becomes very rutted. AttractionsActivities at Ardmore - No driving Required
FacilitiesSwimming pool, Jungle Gym for children, Babysitting Service, Communal Satelite TV, Laundry Services, Garden, Library, Bar. Mountain view cottages Mountain view cottages (2 or 3 bedrooms) have en suite bedrooms and a lounge with a log fireplace and fridge. The main bedroom has a 4 poster Queen bed, the en-suite a wall heater and a separate bath & shower. (Your hosts have a separate dwelling, ensuring your privacy.) Garden view accommodation is in a spacious, traditional thatch rondawel with a queen bed, couch and a log fireplace. Tea and coffee making facilities. En suite bathroom with bath and separate shower ( and wall heater). The main guesthouse has a guest lounge with log fireplace and stunning views of the mountains, a dining room, T.V. room and a cosy pub with DSTV. (Your hosts have a separate dwelling, ensuring your privacy.)
DirectionsFrom Johannesburg: N3 towards Durban - once in KwaZulu-Natal take the Berville offramp (exit 230) - 50 km to Bergville R616 - turn left to Winterton 20km - in Winterton turn right onto the R600 and over the railway towards Central Drakensberg for 20 km (at the crossroads 13km continue straight) - after turnoff to "The Nest Hotel" turn left to "Ardmore" for 5 km From Durban: N3 towards Johannesburg - take the Bergville Northern Drakensberg offramp (exit 194) immediately after Ultra City - turn left to Winterton 22km - in Winterton turn left onto the R600 and over the railway towards Central Drakensberg for 20 km (at the crossroads 13km continue straight) - after turnoff to "The Nest Hotel" turn left to "Ardmore" for 5 km |
Sue & Paul Ross