Fly Fishing Paradise on the Vaalriver
About
Guests have a choice of thatched-roof units that can accommodate between 2 to 4 people. One of the units comprises 2 bedrooms and the other units are all open-plan and furnished with king-size beds, or queen-size beds and twin beds. Each of the units has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, and a toilet.
Each unit has an open-plan kitchen that is equipped with a 2-plate stove, or a 2-plate stove and mini oven, a microwave, a fridge, as well as tea- and coffee-making facilities. Guests can relax in private lounges that are equipped with TVs with OpenView. Guests are welcome to bring their decoder, remote and smart card to view more DStv channels.
The units open onto a patio, and braai facilities are available for use. Small pets are welcome, and a cleaning service can be arranged on request at an additional cost.
Fly Fishing Paradise offers a communal swimming pool for guests to use, or fishing, and guests can also book time in the wood-fired hot tub; guests please need to bring their own wood for the hot tub. Game roam freely and guests can watch the grazing springbok and wildebeest.
Please note not all units are river front. Please inquire with us before booking which units are river view, dam view and bush view. Please make sure to submit your number when booking to receive check in details before arrival. We do not allow any parties or noise. Heavy penalties will be imposed.
Accommodation
This is a piece of paradise, with the sound of water gently rolling over the rocks and a fish eagle's cry reminding you that you are in Africa and not a mere 100 km from Johannesburg.
Guests have a choice of thatched-roof units that can accommodate between 2 to 4 people. One of the units comprises 2 bedrooms and the other units are all open-plan and furnished with king-size beds, or queen-size beds and twin beds. Each of the units has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, and a toilet.
Each unit has an open-plan kitchen that is equipped with a 2-plate stove, or a 2-plate stove and mini oven, a microwave, a fridge, as well as tea- and coffee-making facilities. Guests can relax in private lounges that are equipped with TVs with OpenView. Guests are welcome to bring their decoder, remote and smart card to view more DStv channels.
The units open onto a patio, and braai facilities are available for use. Small pets are welcome, and a cleaning service can be arranged on request at an additional cost.
Fly Fishing Paradise offers a communal swimming pool for guests to use, or fishing, and guests can also book time in the wood-fired hot tub; guests please need to bring their own wood for the hot tub. Game roam freely and guests can watch the grazing springbok and wildebeest.
Please note not all units are river front. Please inquire with us before booking which units are river view, dam view and bush view. Please make sure to submit your number when booking to receive check in details before arrival. We do not allow any parties or noise. Heavy penalties will be imposed.
Facilities
Children's play area, Secured parking, Free parking, Outdoor Pool, BBQ / picnic area
Location & Surroundings
Palmietfontein farm, is located in the Free State and is surrounded by nature and the natural landscapes of this beautiful area.
With many places to visit from the great outdoors to visit the town that has an abundance of history and restaurants to enjoy meals.
House Rules
Rooms
Luca Hut
Comfortably furnished for 2 people, the open-plan unit has a thatched roof and overlooks the river. The unit is furnished with a king-size bed, and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, and a toilet
Ashley Hut
Escape to serenity in this brand-new, romantic riverfront retreat for two, featuring a thatched roof, king-size bed, en-suite bathroom, and private hot tub, with breathtaking river views.
Ronan Hut
Comfortably furnished for 2 people, the open-plan unit has a thatched roof and overlooks the river. The unit is furnished with a king-size bed, and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, and a toilet
The Gus Hut
Overlooking the river, the thatched-roof unit is comfortably furnished for 2 people. The open-plan unit contains a king-size bed, and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, and a toilet.
Cabous Hut
Ideal for 4 guests, the thatched-roof unit overlooks the river and comprises 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, an open-plan kitchen, and a lounge. The main bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed, and the se
Rundu Hut
This cozy unit offers a comfortable double bed, kitchenette, and a small private bathroom with toilet and shower, plus a TV and free Wi-Fi. Relax in your own private hot tub or unwind on the patio, en
Katima Hut
This cozy unit offers a comfortable double bed, kitchenette, and a small private bathroom with toilet and shower, plus a TV and free Wi-Fi. Relax in your own private hot tub or unwind on the patio, en
Olivier Hut
The luxury Olivier Hut is one of the bigger cabins that has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 1 with bath and 1 with shower only. This cabin is ideal to for a group and has a Full kitchen to make you feel at ho
Kavango Hut
Ideal for 4 guests, this thatched-roof unit overlooks the dam and has 2 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen, and a lounge. The main bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed, the s
Caprivi Hut
Ideal for 4 guests, this thatched-roof unit overlooks the dam and has 2 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen, and a lounge. The main bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed, the s
Location
Address
Palmietfontein Farm Parys 9585
Directions
O.R. Tambo International Airport
1 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, 1632
Get on R24 in Isando from Exit 46
4 min (2.4 km)
Take N12 and N1 to R59 in Free State. Take exit 498 from N1
1 hr 5 min (112 km)
Follow R59 and S1052 to your destination
22 min (23.8 km)
Turn right onto R59
14.6 km
Turn ri
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