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Drakensberg Bush Lodge and Backpackers

Glen Gray Farm, Winterton, ZA

8.1 guest rating· 16 reviews

About this hotel

Mountain Views and Sustainable Farm Stay

Experience the beauty of the mountains at Drakensberg Bush Lodge and Backpackers, a sustainable farm stay in Winterton. Enjoy the serene garden and stunning mountain views during your stay.

Family-Friendly Accommodation with Cozy Fireplaces

Relax in family rooms equipped with outdoor fireplaces, perfect for cozy evenings. Some units feature private entrances, dining areas, and fully equipped kitchens, providing all the comforts of home.

Fun Activities and Nearby Attractions

Take advantage of on-site darts and fishing, or explore attractions like Spioenkop Nature Reserve and Monks Cowl Country Club nearby. With so much to offer, your stay at Drakensberg Bush Lodge and Backpackers promises to be memorable.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of nature and comfort at Drakensberg Bush Lodge and Backpackers.

Rooms & rates

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Family Bungalow

Sleeps 8 · 100 m² · 2× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • TV

This family room's standout feature is the fireplace. The family room provides a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-equipped kitchen. The family room also has a barbecue. The spacious family room offers a private entrance, a seating area, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as lake views. The unit offers 5 beds.

Double Room with Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 15 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-equipped kitchenette. The double room also has a barbecue. This double room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit offers 2 beds.

Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom

Sleeps 4 · 10 m² · Twin bed, 2× Bunk bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Fan
  • Toilet

This quadruple room features a desk, a patio, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit offers 3 beds.

Amenities

  • Billiards or pool table
  • Swimming pool
  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Parking
  • Secured parking
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV outside property
  • Charcoal grill
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Darts
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing nearby
  • Free wired internet
  • Games
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Internet access
  • Invoice provided
  • Japanese garden
  • Key access
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Television in common areas

Location

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Glen Gray Farm, Winterton, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM
Check-out
until 09:00 AM

What guests say8.116 reviews

+ Quiet location+ Friendly staff+ Basic amenities sufficient− Unwelcoming owner− Issues with room allocation and lighting
Cleanliness7.5
Service8.4
Location9.0
Room Quality7.4
Amenities8.0
Value for Money7.9

For the price you are getting a sufficient service. Next time,I wish the farm cottage is available

5.0

The farm was beautiful, the scenery was great and the room heater especially, as it was a cold night. Price was reasonable.

Rajkaran · ZA · 2026-05-07

Guest review

9.0

Excellent value for money. I loved the communal kitchen

David · US · 2026-05-05

We were upgraded to the Farmhouse. Absolutely exceeded our expectations. Such value for money!

10.0
Redinger · ZA · 2026-04-11

Guest review

8.0

Very quiet, good location, does what it says on the tin!

Rachel · MY · 2026-04-08

Staying in Drakensburg Bush Lodge was good

8.0

The place is located on the bush and surrounded by nature. I really love the stay.

− Kitchen is outside but it's was OK because it's had everything we needed.

Sindisiwe · ZA · 2026-04-05

Basic but good

8.0

Quiet location, clean, good wi-Fi, well managed, good value for money

− I had to close the windows at night as there were 2 mosquitoes inside the room (which took me 15 minutes to kill). It was fine with me, but in summer, it would have got hot, I guess.

Frank · DE · 2026-03-31

Good to know

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

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

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

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 5 and older are allowed.

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›Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.