Saamrus Guest Farm \ Accommodation in Magaliesburg

Saamrus Guest Farm is situated in a woodland valley between a tranquil stream and the foothills of the ancient Magaliesberg, just one hour's drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria. We offer comfortable and charming self catering farm cottages surrounded by 500 hectares of unspoiled nature, bird life and walking freedom. The ideal getaway for nature lovers and hikers.

If you would rather stay at home than leave the four legged members of your family behind, why not bring them along? Saamrus is a home-from-home for you and your best friend. The owners of Saamrus Guest Farm: Chris and Annatjie Geldenhuys and Leonard, their son, treat their two dogs and 3 cats as beloved family members. They understand completely that while you want comfort, safety and charm for yourselves, you want the same for your pets - after all, they are your four legged children.

A special pet welcome awaits all breeds of socialised and house-trained dogs. Even cats and caged birds will feel at home. Each cottage has a fenced garden to keep your pets safe while you take a nap or generally indulge in some human-only relaxation. When you're strolling with your dogs along the river banks or heading out on longer hill-rambles on the 500 hectares of Saamrus walking freedom, socialised and non-aggressive dogs are allowed to run freely off the lead.

Most of the cottages are at least 50m apart, except Tarentaal and Kiewiet which are about 15m apart. We have used reeds and hedges for screening to give you maximum privacy and seclusion.

Self Catering Accommodation

Cottages include the following:
• Each cottage has a fenced garden for the dogs.
• Private braai and firepit at each cottage.
• Fireplaces in all cottages. Most cottages have ceiling fans and some have loose-standing fans. Some cottages have wall-heaters for extra heating in winter.
• DStv available if you bring your own decoder (no reception without decoder)
• Kitchens are fully equipped including: fridge, microwave, two-plate gas stove (some with electric plates and oven), kettle, toaster, pots and pans, crockery and cutlery, dishwashing liquid and dishcloths. Braai utensils are also supplied.
• Bathrooms: all have showers and some have romantic baths for two. Towels, soap, air freshener and toilet paper are supplied.
• Bedrooms: Supplied with bed linen, pillows and blankets.

The Cottages

Tarentaal, Kiewiet and Hoephoep are situated at the foot of the hill, surrounded by indigenous bush and close to the river walks.

Tarentaal & Kiewiet (foot of hill) - both ideal for a couple or two friends sharing (each sleeps 2):
These charming twin thatched rondawels surrounded by prolific bird life are ideally situated amongst indigenous trees and close to the river walks.
• Open-plan sleeping / living room with king size bed or 2 single beds
• Separate kitchen
• Separate bathroom with a shower

Hoephoep (foot of hill) - suitable for a couple or group of up to four (sleeps 2 - 4):
Situated at the foot of the hill with dense indigenous trees behind it, and a view of the meadow in front, this delightful and very private cottage, is close to the leafy river walks.
• 1 Spacious separate bedroom with king size bed or 2 single beds
• Open-plan lounge / dining / kitchen.
• French doors from both lounge and bedroom to veranda
• Separate bedroom with 1 king size bed or 2 single beds
• 2 single divan beds in lounge
• Bathroom with bath big enough for two and shower over the bath

Piet my vrou, Karee, Olienhout, Akasia and Suikerbos are situated on a hill with panoramic views are only accessible by 4 x 4 or on foot. Should you come by car and still wish to stay on the hill, your car can be parked in the general parking area at the foot of the hill and walk the 200 - 500m uphill to your cottage. We will have at least 2 strong men on hand to carry you luggage up to the cottage and down again on departure.

Piet-my-vrou (60m uphill) - ideal for a couple or two friend sharing (sleeps 2):
Piet-my-vrou is the situated in the bush half way up the hill. It is very private and separate from other cottages.
• Open-plan sleeping / living room
• Separate bathroom with bath big enough for two and shower over bath
• French door to veranda
• 1 king size bed or 2 single beds.

Karee & Olienhout (on the hill) - both ideal for a couple or two friends sharing (each sleeps 2):
These identical open-plan cottages are the highest up on the hill with breathtaking views in all directions. They have been carefully placed far enough apart for maximum privacy and seclusion.
• Open-plan sleeping / living room
• Separate bathroom with bath big enough for two and shower over the bath
• French door to veranda
• 1 king size bed or 2 single beds

Akasia (on the hill) - suitable for one couple or group of up to four (sleeps 2 - 4):
Akasia is a very comfortable one-bedroom cottage on the hill between the natural rock and indigenous veld. Wide open breathtaking views stretch in all directions.
• 1 Separate bedroom with 1 king size bed or 2 single beds
• Open-plan lounge / dining / kitchen
• French door to veranda
• Separate bathroom with bath big enough for two and shower over the bath
• 2 single divan beds in lounge

Suikerbos (on the hill) - ideal for two couples sharing or a group of up to six (sleeps 4 - 6):
Suikerbos is popular for its large wooden deck with stunning views of the mountains and valleys, the ideal spot to relax and socialize.
• 2 Separate bedrooms, both with double beds
• Large open plan lounge / dining / kitchen
• French door to veranda
• 2 en-suite bathrooms with showers only
• 2 single beds beds in lounge

Kiepersol Cottage (on the hill) - suitable for a couple with 2 children (sleeps 2 - 4):
Kiepersol is a charming and spacious rock built cottage on the hill with a thatched roof and a large thatched veranda. The cottage is open plan with a large rock build chimney in the centre with a fireplace separating the kitchen/dining area from the sleeping area. The large thatched veranda has a lovely view and is ideal for relaxing and bird watching as it is surrounded by indigenous trees.

• Double bed and two single couch / beds opposite sides of the open plan sleeping area.
• Curtains separate the sleeping areas for privacy.
• The bathroom has a shower which is very creatively tiled with mosaic.

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