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Located in Thorndale in the KwaZulu-Natal region with Wild 5 Adventures nearby, The Farmers Lodge provides accommodations with free private parking. All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchenette with various cooking facilities, including a fridge, a microwave, a stovetop and a toaster. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with lake or garden views. At the lodge you'll find a restaurant serving African, American and Pizza cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, go hiking or fishing, or relax in the garden and use the grill facilities. Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve is 2.5 miles from The Farmers Lodge, while Port Shepstone Country Club is 18 miles away. The nearest airport is Margate Airport, 24 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
2 king beds
or
4 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Reddy
    South Africa South Africa
    I enjoyed every minute of my stay at Farmers Lodge ... it felt like home away from home ... a peaceful serene setting ... our hostess was super sweet ensuring our stay was perfect.
  • Nompumelelo
    South Africa South Africa
    The property is super Awesome…The hospitality was on point…i would recommend you to visit its a nice place to be…
  • Hester
    South Africa South Africa
    Family room was exceptionally spacicious and well equipped and was cleaned daily

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Farmer's View Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • American • Pizza • Sushi • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of The Farmers Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Shallow end
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

The Farmers Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 310 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 310 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Farmers Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about The Farmers Lodge

  • The Farmers Lodge is 9.3 miles from the center of Thorndale. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Farmers Lodge include:

    • Chalet
    • Tent

  • The Farmers Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • The Farmer's View Restaurant

  • The Farmers Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Fishing
    • Swimming pool

  • Check-in at The Farmers Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The prices at The Farmers Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.