Old Mill Drift Guest Farm

Old Mill Drift Guest Farm is a pet-friendly, family-friendly mountain getaway located 27km from Clarens. With more than 14km of river frontage and located in the Maluti Mountains, the scenery is spectacular. The farm's picturesque landscape is enclosed in parts by forest and saturated with three natural springs, forming various natural pools, three dams, and small waterfalls (during the summer season only).

The accommodation is perfectly suited for couples, families, and groups of friends seeking a getaway. It comprises four chalets, two lodges, two Wendy houses, five large campsites, and campsites without electricity. The self-catering units are equipped with fireplaces (except for student accommodations), verandahs with views, braai areas, and fire pits. Additional facilities include picnic spots, pet-friendly areas, and purchasable Wi-Fi. Electric blankets are available for hire at a fee.

On-site activities include various trails for hiking, 4x4 trails (and a training course), mountain biking, adventure biking, adventure running, and horse-riding (with own mounts). Other activities encompass fishing, birding, guided walks, swimming in dams and the river, river-tubing, visiting a dinosaur site, stargazing, and more. Nearby attractions include the Golden Gate National Park, Clarens, Fouriesburg, pubs, restaurants, horse riding/lessons, golfing, caves, shopping, and spas. Venue hire is available for events, with accommodation for 44 guests.

The 112 square meter deck leading out from the historical sandstone old mill offers spectacular views of the dam, the Caledon River overlooking Lesotho and the Maluti Mountains. Bookings are open from April 2017. The farm features a vast selection of breathtaking views of the Maluti, the Caledon, and the Drakensberg mountains. It features private rock pools and secluded spots for skinny dipping, where only eagles may find visitors. Additional activities include hiking trails to natural pools, fishing, river tubing, mountain biking, adventure biking, dinosaur excavations, interactions with miniature horses and bunnies, 4x4 excursions, picnic spots, and the opportunity to build a raft and float down the river.

Campers seeking privacy from the campsite may choose a site anywhere within the 665-hectare Old Mill Drift farm boundary, camping next to a stream, up in the mountains, or near the event facilities close to ablutions.