Bellwood

Hadeda Cottage

Sleeps 16

Fully self-contained dam cottage located next to the wedding venue, a short walk from the reception. Beautifully landscaped gardens with manicured lawns lead down to the dam. Positioned between the wedding venue and the Boma.

Guinea Fowl Cottage

Sleeps 16

Fully self-contained dam-side cottage situated on the banks of the dam, next to the Boma. Features a veranda with views over the dam to catch morning mist and sunsets.

Kingfisher Cottage

Sleeps 16

Fully self-contained dam cottage noted as the most sought-after cottage due to its outstanding views over the dam from a slightly elevated position. Children's playground is in full view allowing supervision of children.

Heron Cottage

Sleeps 16

The largest of the 5 dam cottages, sleeping up to 16 guests with easy access to the children's playground. Features a separate dining room and open-plan sitting room and kitchen.

Spurwing Cottage

Sleeps 16

Fully self-contained dam cottage and the most secluded of the dam cottages, set at the end of the dam road. Features mature trees and outstanding views over the dam. Known for its privacy and tranquility.

Cypress Cottage

Sleeps 6

The original restored farmhouse with a rustic feel, featuring low ceilings and an open fireplace. Set amongst mature trees in a beautiful garden setting. The enclosed verandah has been converted into a bar area.

Yellowwood Cottage

Sleeps 2

A romantic honeymoon hideaway — a blue stone cottage under thatch. Fully self-contained and furnished with romance in mind. Private and serene.

Lavender Cottage

Sleeps 3

Self-contained cottage situated adjacent to the reception office and main farmhouse, with views over the fruit orchard and equestrian paddock. Features a spacious bedroom, lounge with open fireplace, and paved patio.

Vagabond Cottage

Sleeps 5

Off-grid, secluded cottage situated 16 km from Bellwood Farm. Ideal for experienced fly fishermen with trout fishing included in the flat nightly rate.

Hadeda

Sleeps 16

Fully self-contained dam-side cottage between the wedding venue and the Boma, suited to wedding guests. Landscaped gardens and lawns to the dam; veranda overlooks the water. Typical dam cottage layout: 4–5 bedrooms plus loft, sleeping 14–16. Weekend & high season: min R5,000 up to 10 adults; R500 pp/night for 10+ adults; children under 12 R400; babies in cots free (6 or fewer adults: contact for rate). Mid-week: up to 9 adults R600 pp/night; children under 12 R400; babies free. Rates include 15% VAT. Cleaning 9–11 am; row boat; open fireplace (wood first night); electric blankets and wall heaters; linen and towels; cots/high chairs on request; DSTV Hotel Bouquet; nanny service on request.

Guinea Fowl

Sleeps 16

Fully self-contained dam-side cottage next to the Boma, with own rowing boat metres from the door. Dam banks with verandah views. Typical dam cottage: 2 double bedrooms downstairs, 2 double upstairs, loft with 6 single beds, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, verandah with garden furniture and built-in braai. Sleeps 14–16. Weekend & high season: min up to 10 adults R5,000; 10+ adults R500 each; children under 12 R400; babies free. Mid-week: up to 9 adults R600 each; children under 12 R400; babies free. Rates include 15% VAT.

Kingfisher

Sleeps 16

Fully self-contained dam cottage with dam views; set slightly apart from other dam cottages. Playground visible from the cottage. Typical dam layout: 2 double bedrooms downstairs, 2 double upstairs, loft with 6 single beds, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, verandah with garden furniture and built-in braai. Sleeps 14–16. Weekend & high season: min up to 10 adults R5,000/night; 10+ adults R500 pp; children under 12 R400; babies free. Mid-week: up to 9 adults R600 pp/night; children under 12 R400; babies free. Rates include 15% VAT.

Heron Cottage

Sleeps 16

Largest fully self-contained dam-side cottage; sleeps 16. Privacy and seclusion; easy access to children’s playground. Separate dining room; open-plan sitting room/kitchen. Verandah overlooking the dam with garden furniture and fully equipped built-in braai. 3 double bedrooms downstairs; 4 double/single bedrooms upstairs (two layout options); 3 bathrooms. Weekend & high season: minimum R6,500 up to 10 adults; R650 per extra adult; children under 12 R400; babies in cots free. Mid-week: R700 per adult (up to 9); children under 12 R400; babies free. Rates include 15% VAT. Linen, towels, electric blankets, wall heaters, open fireplace (wood first night), DSTV Hotel Bouquet, cleaning 9–11 am, row boat, nanny on request.

Spurwing Cottage

Sleeps 16

Most secluded fully self-contained dam cottage, at the end of the dam road, with mature trees and dam views. Sleeps 14–16: 2 double bedrooms downstairs, 2 double upstairs, loft with 6 single beds, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, verandah with garden furniture and built-in braai. Bird hide among trees behind Spurwing on the dam edge. Weekend & high season: min R5,000 up to 10 adults; R500 pp/night for 10+; children under 12 R400; babies free. Mid-week: R600 per adult (up to 9); children under 12 R400; babies free. Rates include 15% VAT. Cleaning 9–11 am; row boat; open fireplace (wood first night); electric blankets; wall heaters; linen and towels; DSTV Hotel Bouquet.

Cypress Cottage

Sleeps 6

Restored original farmhouse with rustic feel (low ceilings, open fireplace), among mature trees in a garden. Sleeps 6: 1 queen bedroom; 2 bedrooms with twin singles; 2 bathrooms (shampoo & soap supplied); fully equipped kitchen (tea, coffee, sugar provided); enclosed verandah bar area; garden furniture; fully equipped braai. Weekends & mid-week: R1,200 pp/night (min. 3 adults, 2 nights); children under 12 R350. High season: R2,000 pp/night (min. 5 adults, 2 nights); children under 12 R350. Rates include 15% VAT. Cleaning 9–11 am; row boat on the dam; open fireplace (wood first night); electric blankets & wall heaters; linen & towels; cots & high chairs on request; DSTV Hotel Bouquet; nanny on request.

Yellowwood

Romantic honeymoon hideaway — private blue-stone thatch cottage. Weekend & high season: 2 adults min. 2 nights R1,200; single adult R800. Rates include 15% VAT. Bed configuration not stated in source.

Lavender Cottage

Self-contained cottage next to reception and the main farmhouse, with views over the fruit orchard and equestrian paddock. Bedroom with built-in cupboards and queen bed; lounge with fireplace, armchairs and sleeper couch (for children if needed); bathroom with large shower; fully equipped kitchen; paved patio with wrought-iron chairs; garden furniture under orchard trees; outdoor braai. Linen, towels, electric blanket and full DSTV included. Weekend & high season: 2 adults min. 2 nights R1,200; single adult R800; extra sleeper couch R300. Rates include 15% VAT. Maid service 09:00–11:00; firewood available for purchase.

Vagabond

Sleeps 5

Off-grid secluded cottage at Lake Lyndhurst, about 16 km from Bellwood Farm. No communications; trout fishing for experienced fly fishermen. Max 5 guests; minimum charge R3,500 per night (includes fishing). 2-night minimum.