Old Mill Drift Guest Farm, Free State

Old Mill Drift is a 1 646 acre historic guest and Warmblood horse stud farm with pet-friendly, self-catering accommodation on the Caledon River. Located 27km from Clarens and Fouriesburg in the Free State, South Africa, often referred to as “a hidden gem” by our guests, this magical setting with stark seasonal contrasts and equally magnetic landscape provides the ultimate exhilaration for extreme sport enthusiasts and yet a peaceful solace for those who just want escape in this deeply tranquil space.

Set on 14km of the Caledon river, the natural border between South Africa and Lesotho and nestled at the foot of the Maluti Mountains, this stark, bountiful and exquisite land is an idyllic place to simply chill on your stoep, hike with your dog, go biking, or cruise in your 4×4.

The farm, comprised of 14 buildings, offers multiple self-catering accommodation options that include thatch and character sandstone cottages, chalets with pet enclosures, a honeymoon suite, lodges and large dormitory style accommodation. Suited to a loner seeking refuge, couples searching for a unique romantic getaway or large family group and sporting club.

The more rustic options include campsites with ablutions, wooden cabins, backpacker AKA Student Diggs and Stone Lodge, an ideal launch pad for weekend warriors who want strenuous daytime adventures to end with a hot shower and a comfy bed to rest weary bones.

Accommodation

All our units have spectacular views across the Caledon River to Lesotho and the near and far distant majestic Maluti Mountains. All units are self-catering with braai facilities and fitted with inside fireplaces and outdoor fire-pits. The farm’s historical buildings were transformed into chalets that today offer the comforts of modern living without sacrificing the charm of yester year. Carved from the same sandstone that gave birth to the towering mountains of the Kingdom of Lesotho, the chalets are in perfect harmony with their spectacular surroundings. With accommodation for 72 guests we also offer group bookings for celebrations, conferences and workshops.

Children and pets welcome – It’s farm living.

Duiker: Sleeps 2

Camping Style
Rate per night: R600 for two Midweek: R300 pp
(Not suitable for winter months unless you are an avid winter camper)

Tucked away and with spectacular views, Duiker Cabin is a harming little wooden cabin with small undercover verandah, outside braai area and a private grassed area with firepit. Much like camping but with the advantage of not having to pitch a tent and lug your own bedding. NB: BYO cutlery and crockery.

Interior
Kingsize or two single beds as per request
Side tables with bedside lamps
Kettle

Outdoor deck
Two seater dining table

Ablutions
Shared facilities of the campsite
Mens: Two toilets and two showers
Ladies: One shower, two toilets and wash-hand basin

Dish wash-up
Shared facilities of the campsite: Hot water and cold water
double basins

Forest: Sleeps 2

Rate per night: R1 000 for two Midweek: R400 pp

This popular open plan bachelor unit is the sunniest and is
super cosy. Nestled in the top corner of the farm, Forest Cabin has the best views, basks in the winter sun and sits next to our horse paddocks. Wheelchair friendly.

Living space
Queensize bed Chaise lounge Wardrobe Dining table for two Indoor wood fireplace

Bathroom
Shower Toilet and basin

Kitchenette
Two plate mini electric stove with oven Microwave oven Small fridge/freezer Kettle and toaster Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils

Outside verandah
Leather day bed for two Outdoor dining table for 2 Wood Braai Fire pit on lower level Secure pet enclosure (13 x 8m)

Parking
Secure shaded parking right next to unit

Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

ROCK: Sleeps 2

Honeymoon Style
Rate per night: R1 000 for two Midweek: R400 pp

Character secluded thatch and sandstone cottage. The outdoor thatch verandah boasts spectacular views. Open plan bachelor style unit. This pet-friendly (no enclosure) unit is tucked up next to the horse paddocks with great views and the magical ‘Asterix style Rock’.

Living space
Luxurious extra length kingsize bed Jetmaster fireplace Two seater couch Dining table for two Luggage ottoman

Kitchenette
Two plate mini electric stove with oven Microwave oven Kettle and toaster Fridge with small freezer Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils

Bathroom
Shower for two Bathe in front of open fireplace Separate indoor toilet Wash hand basin Outdoor toilet with wash hand basinOutdoor thatch covered deck
Two lounging chairs with coffee table Two reclining deck chairs Wood braai

Parking
Secure shaded parking right next to unit

Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

Reedbuck: Sleeps 2

Camping Style
Not suitable for winter months unless you are an avid winter camper.
Rate per night: R600 for two Midweek: R300 pp

Charming little wooden cabin with small undercover deck, outside braai area and a grassed area with firepit. Close to ablutions.
Much like camping but with the advantage of not having to pitch a tent and lug your own bedding. NB: BYO cutlery and crockery.

Interior
Kingsize or two single beds as per request Side tables with bedside lamps
Kettle

Outdoor deck
Two seater dining table

Ablutions
Shared facilities of the campsite Mens: Two toilets and two showers
Ladies: One shower, two toilets and wash-hand basin

Dish wash-up
Shared facilities of the campsite: Hot water and cold water double basins.

Guard House: Sleeps 2 – 4

Includes camping for up to 6 in the garden
Rate per night: R1 000 for 2 pax Rate per night: R1 200 for 3 pax Rate per night: R1 600 for 4 pax Midweek: R400 pp
Camping: R150 pppn

Charming original historic sandstone building with thatch roof and outside lapa with large fenced lawned garden. This self-catering open plan bachelor unit is the most private cottage on our farm, overlooking the lake and our original historic old mill imported from England in 1905. Perfect for a couple or family with kids looking for space to get away from it all. Secure for pets and perfect for the kids to pitch their tents. A sought after classic wood fireplace makes this cottage super cozy in the winter months.

Living space
Double bed Two single beds double as couches Cupboard Indoor fireplace Dining table seats 4

Kitchen area
2 plate gas burner Microwave oven Fridge/freezer Kettle and toaster Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils

Bathroom
Shower Toilet and basin Covered Verandah Outdoor lounge seating Outdoor dining Braai Fire pit

Garden
Fully fenced diamond mesh wire fence with 4×4 drive in access to garden (18 x 24 m). Ample space for your kids or friends to pitch a tent.

Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

Lake: Sleeps 2 – 4

Rate per night: R1 200 for two Per person: R400 Midweek: R400 pp

This quaint, cosy thatched sandstone cottage has spectacular views. Secure front garden for pets with a private back garden for peaceful relaxation or entertainment.

Main bedroom
Sleeps 2 King size bed or made up as 2 singles upon request Wardrobe and luggage ottoman

2nd Bedroom
Sleeps 2
Two single beds

Living Space
Open plan lounge, kitchen, dining room Jetmaster fireplace Two seater ouch and two one seater couches Dining table with benches (seats 6)

Kitchenette
4 plate gas stove with oven Microwave oven Kettle and toaster Fridge/freezer Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils Accessible window to serve outside entertainment area

Bathroom
Bath Shower Toilet and basin

Front garden
Fully secure lockable fenced garden suitable for large and small dogs (13 x 6m) Side gate to outdoor entertainment area 4 seater outdoor dining table with benches

Back garden
Private and peaceful, beautiful views Undercover outdoor lounge / seating area Wood braai Fire urn

Parking
Secure shaded parking right next to unit

Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

Mountain: Sleeps 2 – 6

Rate per night: R1 200 for 2 or 3 Per person: R400 Midweek: R400 pp

Fully self-catering charming original character double sandstone rondavel with pet enclosure. Perfect for a romantic getaway or a family looking for an affordable space to share and relax.
Spacious interior (70 m²) with a secure “lock-up-and-go” grassed back garden for your pets.

Large bedroom (sleeps 4)
King size bed 2 Single beds Wardrobe and luggage ottoman

Living Space (sleeps 2)
Open plan lounge and dining area Large jetmaster fireplace Dining table with benches 2 single beds which adapt to comfortable couches or can be made up as a king size bed for those romantics who like to sleep in front of the fireplace 2 Seater leather couch with ottoman

Spacious Kitchen
Microwave oven Kettle, toaster and snackwich 2 plate gas cooker Large fridge/freezer Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils

Bathroom with walkthrough dressing room
Bath Toilet and basin Cupboard

Front Garden
2 x 2 seater couches 6 seater dining table Hammock Wood braai Fire-urn

Back garden
Secure grassed pet enclosure (5 x 15m) interleads to the kitchen back door, for access for you pets to the kitchen

Parking
Secure parking right next to unit

Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

Spring: Sleeps 2 – 6

Rate per night: R1 500 for three Per person: R500 Midweek: R400 pp

This three bedroom self-catering chalet with elevated verandah boasts spectacular views. Pet-friendly with secure pet enclosure
(16 x 8m) in the front garden.

Main bedroom
Sleeps 2 Double bed Wardrobe Dressing table

2nd bedroom
Sleeps 2 Two single beds Large built-in cupboard 3rd small bedroom Single bed

Living space
Sleeps 1 L-shaped 6 seater couch Jetmaster fireplace Single bed Dining table seats 6

Kitchen
4 plate electric stove with oven Microwave oven Small fridge/freezer Kettle and toaster Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils

Bathroom
Bath Toilet and basin Covered Verandah Outdoor lounge seating Coffee table Wood braai Fire pit on lower level Fenced garden (16 x 8m) fully secure for pets

Parking
Secure shaded parking right next to unit

Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

Student Diggs: Sleeps 2 – 6

Additional camping area
Rate per night: R800 for two Per person: R400 Midweek: R400 pp

Basic budget accommodation. Totally private self-catering unit set back high against a rocky back-crop. Includes private outside braai area with lovely views. If you are a discerning traveller, rather choose one of our chalets or cottages. Comfortable and clean, perfect for young adult nature lovers, Student Digs is a refurbished section of the old farmhouse, the remainder of which is still derelict. Pets Welcome.

Large bedroom
Sleeps 3
3 single beds (two made up as kingsize upon request) Wardrobe

Living space
Sleeps 3 to 5
1 adult or two children as couch surfers Antique fireplace Long 6 seater couch 3 x single beds double as couches

Kitchen
2 plate gas cooker Microwave oven Medium fridge/freezer Kettle and toaster
Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils

Dining room
Dining table seats 6

Large bathroom
Shower Toilet and wash hand basin Covered Verandah Outdoor lounge Seating – 2 x 2 seater couches Coffee table Outdoor dining table with benches Wood braai Fire urn

Parking
Secure parking Ample area for friends to pitch tents in adjacent garden

Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

Earth: Sleeps 5 – 9

4 bedrooms
Flat rate per night: R2 200 Midweek: R350 pp

This self-catering 4 bedroom lodge is suitable for families, couples or large groups of singles, teams and clubs. Its open plan lounge, dining, kitchen and fireplace makes this a great space for entertaining.
Large outdoor covered entertainment area has soft seating as well
as dining for nine. Includes a braai and fire-pit.

Bedrooms
Bedroom 1: Two double bunk beds (4 pax) Bedroom 2: Double bed
Bedroom 3: Three single beds Bedroom 4: Double bed

Open plan living space
Indoor wood jetmaster fireplace Comfortable lounge couches around fireplace Coffee table Dining table for 11 Glasses cabinet

Open plan kitchen
4 plate gas stove with gas oven Microwave oven Large fridge plus chest Freezer Kettle 4 Slice toaster Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils

Bathroom
Shower Wash hand basin Separate toilet (Extra showers and toilets at campsite for groups needing to use ablutions at same time all within easy walking distance) Outside verandah Outdoor lounge suite Outdoor dining table Drinks / serving table
Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

Water: Sleeps 5 – 11

4 bedrooms
Flat rate per night: R2 200 Midweek: R350 pp

Bedrooms
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single beds Bedroom 2: Double bed and a single bed Bedroom 3: 2 Single beds Bedroom 4: Double bed

Open plan living space
Indoor wood jetmaster fireplace Comfortable L-shaped lounge couch Single seater couch with extra chair Coffee table Dining table for 9 Glasses rack Open plan kitchen 4 plate gas stove with gas oven Microwave oven Large double door fridge/freezer Kettle 4 Slice toaster Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils

Bathroom
Shower Wash hand basin Separate toilet
(Extra showers and toilets at campsite for groups needing to use ablutions at same time all within easy walking distance) Outside verandah Outdoor lounge suite Outdoor dining Drinks / serving table Large Wood Braai Fire pit on LHS

Parking
Secure parking right next to unit Wheelchair friendly access through back door (within 3m of your car), with access to the entertainment area around the outside of the building.

Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

Stone: Sleeps 6 – 15

Rate per night: R1 500 (for 6) Per person: R250

Our conference facility, a character stone building consists of 3 large rooms. It overlooks our dam and boasts spectacular, lso doubles as self-catering accommodation for hiking club members or large families/groups looking for affordable, spacious and comfortable “dormitory style” accommodation.

Stone Lodge comprises of one large room (10 x 8m) with lounge seating, dining for 15, a temporary kitchen and accommodation). A second room has beds and a third, more beds with an en-suite toilet. There are three toilets in the unit in total.

Main “Conference” Room: (10 x 8m)
Large open plan living area

Lounge
2 x L-shaped couches 2 x Large coffee tables

Dining
2 x dining tables with 15 chairs 6 Seater table with lazy Susan

Temporary kitchen
2 x large trestle tables set up with: 4 plate gas burner Microwave oven
2 x Large combination fridge / freezers 2 x 4 Slice toasters Electric stewing casserole pot Pots and pans Cutlery, crockery, glasses and utensils
Dish washing station with hot-water urn

ROOM 2: (8 x 5m)
Sleeping for 9
Queensize bed Double bed 3 x single beds Bunk bed sleeps 2

ROOM 3: (5 x 5m)
Sleeping for 6
Double bed Bunk bed 2 x Single beds En-suite toilet with wash hand basin

Toilets:
2 x Toilets and large wash hand basin 1 En-suite toilet in second room
NO SHOWER FACILITIES (2 x showers outside building or utilize campsite ablutions)

Outdoor area:
Outdoor dining table seats 8
6 seater wooden table with benches/chairs
Outdoor 2 seater lounge chairs and loose chairs
Large Wood Braai Fire pit with wood stump stools near mill Fire urn

Parking
Secure parking right next to unit

PLEASE NOTE: NO SHOWERS IN UNIT
ROOM CONFIGURATION MAY BE DIFFERENT TO PICS
(Room configuration can be changed to suit individual requirements)
Pet-friendly
R50 per dog per day

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