Tuesday, 11 August 2020

Gloria Farm, Villiersdorp.

 Villiersdorp, Overberg, Western Cape Province, South Africa.

Type: Holiday Home, Self Catering.

Description: Magnificent self-catering accommodation on the edge of Theewaterskloof dam with dramatic outlook over the dam and towards the Riviersonderend mountain range.

Gloria Farm is one of the original farms laid out in this area in the 1850’s. The main residence was first erected in 1867 by then owner, Piet de Kock. De Kock and his son, Michiel, farmed with horses and mules and regular auctions of these livestock used to be held on the farm. He also built up a large Friesian breeding herd before selling the farm to its most well-known owner, Charles Leonard, in 1903.

Bed capacity: Sleeps 14 guests. Luxury accommodation in 4 double bedrooms (all with extra length queen sized beds) and 1 kids room with 6 single beds. In addition to the sleeping accommodation, the Manor house offers a formal lounge, 2 dining areas, a large “braai-in” kitchen plus pantry and scullery, an enormous veranda and a sheltered courtyard.

On-site facilities: BBQ facilities. No internet access available. Free private parking is available on site. Designated smoking area.

Style: Entire unit wheelchair accessible. Children of all ages are welcome.

Restrictions: Pets are not allowed. Non-smoking rooms.

Physical address: Gloria Farm, Draaiberg Road, Villiersdorp, Overberg, Western Cape Province, South Africa.

GPS Co-ordinates: -34.063922, 19.257039.