Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
Location
Reviews
8 / 10
It was our 1st Farmstay. Very quiet and peaceful. Tinus did explain his plans to expand.
Breakfast was great. Bernard was excellent and polite, and very helpful.
7 / 10
Relaxing Farm Experience, a Stone-throw away from Joburg
It was a good, relaxing farm experience, spent on a long weekend, amidst nature and farm animals. The caretaker (Bernard) and cleaner (Charity) were helpful in showing as around, assisting with our luggage and offering general assistance during our stay. The animals on the farm were great which my son really enjoyed interacting with. The cottage was comfortable and the beds were comfy and we could let our dogs run free in the small garden area (which we made a plan to enclose). The farm was not a far drive from Johannesburg.
The original cottage I booked on booking.com was double booked. I was offered another cottage which had no idea what it looked like before I got there. The wifi signal was quite poor, and virtually impossible to connect to so we could not utilize the streaming services like Netflix. The cottage was comfortable but did require some general maintenance/improvements (e.g. spare toilet was leaking, not all the grass in the cottage garden area was mowed short) and didn't have certain general amenities like towel hooks/racks and a door for the bathroom. There was a beehive located right next to our cottage, located in the private garden area, so one needed to be cautious/vigilant especially if you have kids and dogs - this was not conveyed to me beforehand. There was a communal pool, however it was dirty and not swimmable (regardless of it being Winter).
3 / 10
A disappointing stay at a place that has potential to improve, near the Cradle of Humankind
We stayed for one night in this farmhouse in early June 2026 mainly because it is near the Cradle of Humankind and the caves.
The photos look promising and we were actually looking forward to the stay. Our first impression of the cabin was still great and we were shown around by Bernard. I like the ostriches pecking outside our cabin as well. During our stay, there were workers building a new cabin beside ours.
The experience turned drastically bad as the day went, and I was just glad to checkout the next morning. This was the most disappointing guesthouse I have stayed on my 2-week road trip around the north of South Africa and Eswatini.
1) There is no wifi at all. The source is in the main house, and the signal in the cottage is too weak. They could have at least install a wifi extender.
2) The TV does not have connection to the wifi, so it is just a decoration of temptations. A deco of disappointment.
3) Bernard is just a worker going about with his boss' demands. He was attentive and responsive, but it got awkward and uncomfortable quickly when he had to come frequently on check on us, oftentimes even entering the cabin.
4) The cabin is very cold. There is only one heat pump and it is in the room. It is also intermittent between hot and cold air despite setting it at 30 dC. There are no electric blankets. We had to ask for more blankets and a portable heater.
5) There are no doors. The toilet has no door, which is very strange. They could have at least installed a sliding door. Since there is some gap between the curtains and the window beside the bed, you can see the window of the main house from the toilet bowl when you do your business. No privacy.
6) The configuration of the cottage is awkward. You have to squeeze through the gap between the double bed and the wall to the toilet. The carpet here is a positive tripping hazard.
7) Meals, if you ordered them, are served ridiculously late between 8-9 PM. We tried to ask for an earlier dinner and it was not accepted. It is best to use the kitchenette instead. I fell asleep waiting. The dinner was also not good. We had beans stew with cured meats and tendons, paired with fried dough. Dessert was cake submerged in custard with grapes. Most of dinner was left uneaten. So don't bother with the 150/ pp dinner.
8) Breakfast was simple but it's already in the booking.
5 / 10
The houseboy/ labourer Bernard was polite and helpful with the keys and room.
The peace and quiet.
The fact that although we asked to have dinner there , it was not at all what we expected. We were told it would be delivered to our room, It finally arrived at 8:15p.m after I phoned and queried where our meal was. We were given a hamburger and cold chips. Thankfully they had a microwave in our room.
We did not stay for breakfast.
Breakfast was great. Bernard was excellent and polite, and very helpful.
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2026
+Schöne Ferienwohnung
+Gute Dusche
+Gute Lage zum Cradle of humankind aber auch zur cradlestone mall
+ etwas wild zusammengewürfelter Bauernhof mit Charme
+ tolles Personal
+Müsli und Obst zum Frühstück
- Outdoorbereich/Möbel müssten mal erneuert werden
- Pool war wenig einladend
- wifi schlecht
7 / 10Good·Aug 2026
It was a good, relaxing farm experience, spent on a long weekend, amidst nature and farm animals. The caretaker (Bernard) and cleaner (Charity) were helpful in showing as around, assisting with our luggage and offering general assistance during our stay. The animals on the farm were great which my son really enjoyed interacting with. The cottage was comfortable and the beds were comfy and we could let our dogs run free in the small garden area (which we made a plan to enclose). The farm was not a far drive from Johannesburg.
The original cottage I booked on booking.com was double booked. I was offered another cottage which had no idea what it looked like before I got there. The wifi signal was quite poor, and virtually impossible to connect to so we could not utilize the streaming services like Netflix. The cottage was comfortable but did require some general maintenance/improvements (e.g. spare toilet was leaking, not all the grass in the cottage garden area was mowed short) and didn't have certain general amenities like towel hooks/racks and a door for the bathroom. There was a beehive located right next to our cottage, located in the private garden area, so one needed to be cautious/vigilant especially if you have kids and dogs - this was not conveyed to me beforehand. There was a communal pool, however it was dirty and not swimmable (regardless of it being Winter).
5 / 10·May 2026
The peace and quiet.
The fact that although we asked to have dinner there , it was not at all what we expected. We were told it would be delivered to our room, It finally arrived at 8:15p.m after I phoned and queried where our meal was. We were given a hamburger and cold chips. Thankfully they had a microwave in our room.
We did not stay for breakfast.
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this apartment has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at CradleLicious Nguni Farm Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at CradleLicious Nguni Farm Cottage. Enjoy the water!
Is CradleLicious Nguni Farm Cottage pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at CradleLicious Nguni Farm Cottage?
We found 25 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, pool, and non-smoking.
"Safe stay one hour from Jo'burg.
Lovely old fashioned mixed farm with a mix of accommodation for tourists.
Very friendly host and staff.
Dinner worthy of a good restaurant.
Location in prime farm and..."
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this apartment rental
Comfortable Accommodations
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Gym
Heating
Spa
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Garden
Laundry services
Accessible Parking
Fireplace
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Smoking allowed
Safe
Childcare services
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
Map of Gauteng
Ratings and reviews
8.1 / 10
Excellent(82 Ratings)
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8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2026
Breakfast was great. Bernard was excellent and polite, and very helpful.
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2026
+Schöne Ferienwohnung
+Gute Dusche
+Gute Lage zum Cradle of humankind aber auch zur cradlestone mall
+ etwas wild zusammengewürfelter Bauernhof mit Charme
+ tolles Personal
+Müsli und Obst zum Frühstück
- Outdoorbereich/Möbel müssten mal erneuert werden
- Pool war wenig einladend
- wifi schlecht
7 / 10Good·Aug 2026
It was a good, relaxing farm experience, spent on a long weekend, amidst nature and farm animals. The caretaker (Bernard) and cleaner (Charity) were helpful in showing as around, assisting with our luggage and offering general assistance during our stay. The animals on the farm were great which my son really enjoyed interacting with. The cottage was comfortable and the beds were comfy and we could let our dogs run free in the small garden area (which we made a plan to enclose). The farm was not a far drive from Johannesburg.
The original cottage I booked on booking.com was double booked. I was offered another cottage which had no idea what it looked like before I got there. The wifi signal was quite poor, and virtually impossible to connect to so we could not utilize the streaming services like Netflix. The cottage was comfortable but did require some general maintenance/improvements (e.g. spare toilet was leaking, not all the grass in the cottage garden area was mowed short) and didn't have certain general amenities like towel hooks/racks and a door for the bathroom. There was a beehive located right next to our cottage, located in the private garden area, so one needed to be cautious/vigilant especially if you have kids and dogs - this was not conveyed to me beforehand. There was a communal pool, however it was dirty and not swimmable (regardless of it being Winter).
5 / 10·May 2026
The peace and quiet.
The fact that although we asked to have dinner there , it was not at all what we expected. We were told it would be delivered to our room, It finally arrived at 8:15p.m after I phoned and queried where our meal was. We were given a hamburger and cold chips. Thankfully they had a microwave in our room.
We did not stay for breakfast.
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8.1Excellent
(82 Ratings)
"Safe stay one hour from Jo'burg.
Lovely old fashioned mixed farm with a mix of accommodation for tourists.
Very friendly host and staff.
Dinner worthy of a good restaurant.
Location in prime farm and..."
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
Map of Gauteng
About this apartment rental
Comfortable Accommodations
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Gym
Heating
Spa
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Garden
Laundry services
Accessible Parking
Fireplace
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Smoking allowed
Safe
Childcare services
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this apartment has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at CradleLicious Nguni Farm Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at CradleLicious Nguni Farm Cottage. Enjoy the water!
Is CradleLicious Nguni Farm Cottage pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at CradleLicious Nguni Farm Cottage?
We found 25 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, pool, and non-smoking.
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