Walkabout Estate Gastenplaas

Walkabout Estate offers you a relaxing and private farm stay in a scenic and mountainous area. We farm has cows, chickens, springbuck and sheep. Guests are free to roam around and enjoy farm-life. Walkabout Estate can be recommended as a good base from which you can explore the Eastern Free State as well as Lesotho. The Maluti mountains and Katse Dam are easily accessible from Ficksburg. Walkabout Estate is a tranquil place ideal for a relaxing getaway in a rural environment far away from the hustle and bustle. Bring your fishing rod and catch some carp (catch and release)

Sandstone, thatched cottage: Luxurious and fully-equipped for self-catering, sleeping 6. One king size bed in the bedroom, two single beds and a double bed in the loft (for children). Full bathroom, shaded parking, indoor fireplace. The kitchen is fully-equipped with fridge/freezer, 4 plate stove/oven, microwave etc. There is a sunny wooden deck with breathtaking views and a spacious thatched braai lapa. Very private setting. North facing and sunny during winter.

The Farmhouse Unit: This unit is attached to the farmhouse. Private entrance. Kitchenette fully equipped for self catering. Sleeping 4 (One double and one bunk bed for kids). Private bathroom en-suite with toilet, basin and bath. Outdoor braai-facilities on terrace in park-like garden. Free coffee and tea. Dinner and breakfast only available by arrangement. All bedding and towels supplied. Extra blankets and electric blankets will be provided in winter. Guests can make their own arrangement with us for cleaning and household chores.

The last 3 - 4km before you arrive at the farm is a ground road and can be slippery during a rain storm.