Holiday Stays

Branksome Country House

Self-catering Barkly East · Eastern Cape

About

Self-catering farm-style accommodation in the Drakensberg, Eastern Cape, designed for families, couples, and groups seeking countryside retreat with mountain views.

Accommodation

Family-style rooms with ample space feature upstairs loft areas for children and spacious bathrooms with generous showers. All spaces offer views of the surrounding landscape. The property blends rustic charm with modern comforts.

Facilities

Fully equipped communal conservatory with modern kitchen, spacious dining area, and lounge with fireplace. Event space with flexible seating, fully equipped catering kitchen, and adjoining bar with indoor braai.

Location & Surroundings

Set in the Southern Drakensberg, the property is in a secluded valley with tranquil mountain views and rolling landscapes. Nearby village of Rhodes offers local culture and history. Horse riding, trout fishing, hiking, and mountain biking available.

House Rules

Check-in: 13:00
Check-out: 11:30
Children: Allowed

Rooms

Greywing Room

This room has a king-size bed and two single beds that can be made up as a second king-size bed. The room is decorated in a theme inspired by local birds, many of which are unique species native to th

King x 1 Queen x 1 Twin x 2
From
R1,200

Monarch Room

This room has a queen-size bed downstairs and a loft area with two single. Named after a beautiful stallion who was a loyal companion to Boysie Vosloo, the first of our family to settle and farm in th

Queen x 1 Twin x 2
From
R1,200

Harebell Room

This room has a queen-size bed downstairs and a loft area with two single beds. Harebell is themed in a floral theme, inspired by the local flora in the region.

Queen x 2 Sofa x 1
From
R1,200

Archer Room

This room has a queen-size and single bed downstairs and a loft area with two single beds. This room is named after one of our most beloved pointers, Archer, who was an invaluable part of the Vosloo f

Queen x 1 Twin x 3
From
R1,200

Ed's Hopper

This room has a queen-size bed and a single-bed downstairs. The loft area is ideal for children and is equipped with two single beds. This room is themed around fly fishing and the rainbow trout whic

Queen x 1 Twin x 3
From
R1,200

Location

Features

Mountain Views Family-friendly Secluded Valley Location Working Farm Setting Rolling Landscapes Loft Areas For Children

Activities

Hiking Horse Riding Mountain Biking Trout Fishing Visits To Rhodes Village

Amenities

Fireplace Bar Lounge Dining Area Indoor Braai Communal Kitchen Event Space Conservatory Catering Kitchen

Accommodation in Barkly East