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The Funny Farm Shire

Farm 191, Portion 36, Langvlei Road, Duiwerivier, ZA

9.6 guest rating· 17 reviews

About this hotel

Scenic Garden Views

Experience tranquility at The Funny Farm Shire with picturesque garden views from your terrace or patio. Some units offer stunning mountain or lake views, perfect for a relaxing retreat.

Outdoor Activities

Explore the great outdoors with cycling and hiking opportunities right at your doorstep. Guests can immerse themselves in nature and make the most of the beautiful garden surroundings.

Convenient Location

Located near Lakes Area National Park and various golf clubs, The Funny Farm Shire offers easy access to popular attractions. With George Airport just a short distance away, your getaway is closer than you think.

Book your stay at The Funny Farm Shire now for a memorable countryside escape.

Rooms & rates

One-Bedroom Chalet

Sleeps 2 · Double bed

  • Private bathroom

Two-Bedroom House

Sleeps 7 · 20 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet

Two-Bedroom House

Sleeps 5 · 20 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Refrigerator

Amenities

  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Japanese garden

Location

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Farm 191, Portion 36, Langvlei Road, Duiwerivier, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.617 reviews

+ Unique hobbit-style accommodation+ Great thermal and acoustic insulationAccess via gravel roadLimited nearby shopping options
Cleanliness9.4
Service9.9
Location9.9
Room Quality10.0
Amenities8.9
Value for Money9.9

Wonderful accommodation in a great setting

10.0

Our second stay at Funny Farm Shire was just as good as the first one. This time we stayed in the 2 bedroomed house which is exceptional. The fenced garden is large and perfect for our dogs. The house is spacious and full of quirky features. It feels that there is always something new to see. The building is great and I loved the big wooden doors and all the bespoke wooden features. The views are great and it is wonderful to have a walking trail on the premises. We enjoyed exploring all the paths, eg Gollums Way, Elf Path, Lonely Mountain Trail etc. The house is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Tessa and Russel are great hosts. We will certainly visit again.

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Karen · ZA · 2026-05-01

Vivez comme un hobbit et voyagez dans le temps, un lieu ressourçant et original

8.0

Une vraie maison de hobbit. La construction en terre est extraordinaire. Isolation thermique et phonique, avec des matériaux naturels et le confort d'une habitation moderne. On y dort très bien. Aucun angle dans l'habitation, tout est fait à la main. Une expérience hors du temps. La salle de bain est très bien équipée. Les hôtes sont disponibles, donnent des indications et dorment dans une autre maison de hobbit sur place. Les chevaux sont heureux de leur vie en liberté dans la propriété. On peut les approcher sans problème. L'entrée du parc et très proche.

L'accès se fait par une route en gravillons. Le mieux est d'utiliser les coordonnées GPS pour éviter de se perdre. Prendre tout le nécessaire pour barbecue et cuisine sur place car pas de possibilité d'aller faire des courses. Attention à l'eau qui se fait par récupération d'eau de pluie, comme dans beaucoup d'endroits isolés. L'hôte nous remet à l'arrivée 5 litres d'eau filtrée, mais je conseille d'acheter en plus des packs d'eau de source pour les estomacs fragiles.

corinne · RE · 2026-03-07

Exceptional

10.0

Peaceful and clean enviroment. The biggest bonus is that our fur-kids enjoyed it more.

Junita · ZA · 2025-04-22

Superb

9.0
Sieg · ZA · 2025-04-14

Fabulous

10.0

A very special, unique place. I'll be back soon!

Hans · ZA · 2025-02-14

Exceptional

10.0
Francois · ZA · 2025-01-12

Good to know

Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Managed by a private host

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

No internet access available.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

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