Gewel Guethouse is set in the charming town of Ficksburg, where guests and delegates can escape to a quiet, hospitable environment.
Ideally situated two minutes from the town centre and a mere five kilometres from the Lesotho Border Post. Our guest house has been restored to its vintage glory with hardwood floors, high ceilings and wallpaper with an old world charm. Perfect for a weekend away, business stopovers and as a base for tourist attractions in the nearby vicinity. We take pride in our warm hospitality and no sacrifice is too big to make sure your every need is met.
Beautifully decorated en-suite rooms and a self-catering unit, boast coffee and tea making facilities as well as bathroom amenities. To make your stay even cozier, we offer electric blankets and heaters for the cold winter nights. For our business clientele there is Wi-Fi internet and all rooms are equipped with certain DSTV channels. Secure parking will ensure that your stay is worry free. After a busy day guests can take a leisurely stroll through our lovely garden or enjoy a refreshing swim in our sparkling pool and relax in our entertainment area.
Give us a chance to make your stopover, business trip, Eastern Free State getaway or bikers trip a memorable one.
Bore hole and generator power for guaranteed water and electricity supply.
Your hostess during your stay is Non Ferreira, a local for the past 25 years, she can be contacted for all your requirements.
Rooms:
Our accommodation consists of 6 double en-suite rooms and 1 double self-catering unit and can offer accommodation for up to 19 people. If booking for a large group or booking for a long term stay, special rates may be arranged. All our rates include a hearty breakfast.
All rooms have either a queen size bed of two single beds, as arranged.
An extra single bed can be added if requested in rooms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6and 7. Self-catering group bookings may be arranged where the main kitchen can be used.
We only make use of the highest quality bedding with duck down duvets.
We offer electric blankets and heaters for cold winter nights.
On site entertainment:
* Swimming Pool.
* Pool Table.
* Dart Board.
* Entertainment Lounge.
* Wi-Fi.
* DSTV.
* Pets allowed.
* In and out door braai areas.
* Laundry can be arranged.
Ficksburg is a small town situated in the heart of picturesque Eastern Free State and boasts with a host of tourist attractions.
Ficksburg also forms part of the famous Maloti Rout. Tourist attractions in the vicinity include:
*18 hole Golf course
*Hiking Trails (50km)
*Farms Stalls
*Local art, restaurants and gifts
*Lesotho (5km) with Afri Ski Resort and Katse Dam day trips and tours.
Ficksburg also offers several not-to-be-missed festivals throughout the year (book well in advance to avoid disappointment).
Serrender Hill Marathon – Last Saturday in February
Asparagus Festival (Fouriesburg) – 1st week in October
*The Cherry Jazz Festival – 2nd weekend in November
*The Cherry Bowls Tournament – 3rd week in November
*The Cherry Festival is the highlight of the year – 3rd weekend in November
THE MALOTI ROUTE
As truly idyllic meander through awe inspiring natural beauty and picturesque mountains – where you can visit friendly villages and towns, follow where dinosaurs prowled and left footprints, enjoy arts and crafts of the highest quality, fly fish, visit renowned rock art sites or just soak up the breath-taking scenery.
For the more adventurous there are ski slopes, horse trails and 4x4 hiking trails.
Accommodation along the route includes farm & village stays, luxury lodges, self-catering cottages and homely B&B’s.
The Katse Dam:
The Katse Dam which has recently (1997) been completed in the Malibamatso Valley just below the Bokong River confluence is often of great interest to visitors. And area of the lake will be devoted to water sports.
Katse Dam tours:
Monday —Friday 09:00, 14:00
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 09:00, 11:00, 14:00
Wonderful for biker groups.
Please note:
* From 14:00 pm till 22:00 pm (Please arrange for arrivals before 14:00 or after 22:00pm).
* For safety reasons, no guests will be allowed to check in if under the influence of alcohol.
* Check out time is 09:00am (Please arrange for check out before or after 09:00am).
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Gewel Guethouse is set in the charming town of Ficksburg, where guests and delegates can escape to a quiet, hospitable environment.
Ideally situated two minutes from the town centre and a mere five kilometres from the Lesotho Border Post. Our guest house has been restored to its vintage glory with hardwood floors, high ceilings and wallpaper with an old world charm. Perfect for a weekend away, business stopovers and as a base for tourist attractions in the nearby vicinity. We take pride in our warm hospitality and no sacrifice is too big to make sure your every need is met.
Beautifully decorated en-suite rooms and a self-catering unit, boast coffee and tea making facilities as well as bathroom amenities. To make your stay even cozier, we offer electric blankets and heaters for the cold winter nights. For our business clientele there is Wi-Fi internet and all rooms are equipped with certain DSTV channels. Secure parking will ensure that your stay is worry free. After a busy day guests can take a leisurely stroll through our lovely garden or enjoy a refreshing swim in our sparkling pool and relax in our entertainment area.
Give us a chance to make your stopover, business trip, Eastern Free State getaway or bikers trip a memorable one.
Bore hole and generator power for guaranteed water and electricity supply.
Your hostess during your stay is Non Ferreira, a local for the past 25 years, she can be contacted for all your requirements.
Rooms:
Our accommodation consists of 6 double en-suite rooms and 1 double self-catering unit and can offer accommodation for up to 19 people. If booking for a large group or booking for a long term stay, special rates may be arranged. All our rates include a hearty breakfast.
All rooms have either a queen size bed of two single beds, as arranged.
An extra single bed can be added if requested in rooms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6and 7. Self-catering group bookings may be arranged where the main kitchen can be used.
We only make use of the highest quality bedding with duck down duvets.
We offer electric blankets and heaters for cold winter nights.
On site entertainment:
* Swimming Pool.
* Pool Table.
* Dart Board.
* Entertainment Lounge.
* Wi-Fi.
* DSTV.
* Pets allowed.
* In and out door braai areas.
* Laundry can be arranged.
Ficksburg is a small town situated in the heart of picturesque Eastern Free State and boasts with a host of tourist attractions.
Ficksburg also forms part of the famous Maloti Rout. Tourist attractions in the vicinity include:
*18 hole Golf course
*Hiking Trails (50km)
*Farms Stalls
*Local art, restaurants and gifts
*Lesotho (5km) with Afri Ski Resort and Katse Dam day trips and tours.
Ficksburg also offers several not-to-be-missed festivals throughout the year (book well in advance to avoid disappointment).
Serrender Hill Marathon – Last Saturday in February
Asparagus Festival (Fouriesburg) – 1st week in October
*The Cherry Jazz Festival – 2nd weekend in November
*The Cherry Bowls Tournament – 3rd week in November
*The Cherry Festival is the highlight of the year – 3rd weekend in November
THE MALOTI ROUTE
As truly idyllic meander through awe inspiring natural beauty and picturesque mountains – where you can visit friendly villages and towns, follow where dinosaurs prowled and left footprints, enjoy arts and crafts of the highest quality, fly fish, visit renowned rock art sites or just soak up the breath-taking scenery.
For the more adventurous there are ski slopes, horse trails and 4x4 hiking trails.
Accommodation along the route includes farm & village stays, luxury lodges, self-catering cottages and homely B&B’s.
The Katse Dam:
The Katse Dam which has recently (1997) been completed in the Malibamatso Valley just below the Bokong River confluence is often of great interest to visitors. And area of the lake will be devoted to water sports.
Katse Dam tours:
Monday —Friday 09:00, 14:00
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 09:00, 11:00, 14:00
Wonderful for biker groups.
Please note:
* From 14:00 pm till 22:00 pm (Please arrange for arrivals before 14:00 or after 22:00pm).
* For safety reasons, no guests will be allowed to check in if under the influence of alcohol.
* Check out time is 09:00am (Please arrange for check out before or after 09:00am).
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Description: Comfort Family Room with a Queen and a Single bed.
Private En-suite Bathroom (Shower and Bathtub).
List of amenities in the room to give you a luxurious night's rest after a long day.
Kitchenette; Tea and Coffee maker, Microwave, Fridge, Dinning set, Cutlery set.
Solar powered
Facilities:
Bar Fridge
Fan
Heater
TV
MNET
Internet Ready
No Smoking
Safe
Tea and Coffee
Fully Equipped
Bed Linen supplied
Towels
Microwave
from
R800
p.p.
sharing
Gewel 2: Comfort
(1
room)
from
R800
p.p.sp.p. sharing
Room information
x 2
(main is King or Twin)
Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Max GuestsMax
Details
Description: Comfort Twin Room with Two Single beds. (Can be converted in a King bed.)
Private En-suite Bathroom (Shower).
List of amenities in the room to give you a luxurious night's rest after a long day.
Kitchenette; Tea and Coffee maker, Microwave, Fridge, Dinning set, Cutlery set.
Solar powered
Facilities:
Bar Fridge
Fan
Heater
TV
MNET
Internet Ready
No Smoking
Safe
Tea and Coffee
Fully Equipped
Bed Linen supplied
Towels
from
R800
p.p.
sharing
Gewel 3: Comfort
(1
room)
from
R800
p.p.sp.p. sharing
Room information
x 2
(main is Single)
Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Max GuestsMax
Details
Description: Comfort Twin Room with Two Single beds. (Can be converted in a King bed.)
Private En-suite Bathroom (Shower).
List of amenities in the room to give you a luxurious night's rest after a long day.
Kitchenette; Tea and Coffee maker, Microwave, Fridge, Dinning set, Cutlery set.
Solar powered
Facilities:
Bar Fridge
Fan
Heater
TV
MNET
Internet Ready
No Smoking
Safe
Tea and Coffee
Fully Equipped
Bed Linen supplied
Towels
Microwave
from
R800
p.p.
sharing
Gewel 4: Economic
(1
room)
from
R750
p.p.sp.p. sharing
Room information
x 1
(Double)
Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Max GuestsMax
Details
Description: Economic Room with a Double bed
Private En-suite Bathroom (Shower and Bathtub).
List of amenities in the room to give you a luxurious night's rest after a long day.
Kitchenette; Tea and Coffee maker, Fridge.
Solar powered
Facilities:
Bar Fridge
Fan
Heater
TV
MNET
Internet Ready
No Smoking
Tea and Coffee
Bed Linen supplied
Towels
from
R750
p.p.
sharing
Gewel 5: Economic
(1
room)
from
R750
p.p.sp.p. sharing
Room information
x 1
(Double)
Ensuite Bathroom (Bath only)
Max GuestsMax
Details
Description: Economic Room with a Double bed
Private En-suite Bathroom (Bathtub).
List of amenities in the room to give you a luxurious night's rest after a long day.
Kitchenette; Tea and Coffee maker, Fridge.
Solar powered
Facilities:
Bar Fridge
Fan
Heater
TV
MNET
Internet Ready
No Smoking
Tea and Coffee
Bed Linen supplied
Towels
from
R750
p.p.
sharing
Gewel 6: Economic
(1
room)
from
R600
p.p.sp.p. sharing
Room information
x 1
(Queen)
Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Max GuestsMax
Details
Description: Economic Room with a Double bed
Private En-suite Bathroom (Shower).
List of amenities in the room to give you a luxurious night's rest after a long day.
Kitchenette; Tea and Coffee maker, Microwave, Fridge, Dinning set and Cutlery.
Solar powered
Facilities:
Bar Fridge
Fan
Heater
TV
MNET
Internet Ready
No Smoking
Tea and Coffee
Fully Equipped
Bed Linen supplied
Towels
Microwave
Oven
from
R600
p.p.
Gewel 7: Economic
(1
room)
from
R750
p.p.sp.p. sharing
Room information
x 2
(main is Twin)
Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Max GuestsMax
Details
Description: Economic Room with two ¾ beds
Private En-suite Bathroom (Shower).
List of amenities in the room to give you a luxurious night's rest after a long day.
Kitchenette; Tea and Coffee maker, Microwave, Fridge, Dinning set and Cutlery.
Solar powered
Continental Breakfast servedBreakfast servedBreakfast on requestLunch on requestLunch Box on requestDinner on requestRestaurant on premisesCaters for VegetarianCaters for Halaal
Leisure facilities:
Braai / BarbecueCommunal TVCommunal MNETGardenPool TableSwimming Pool
General:
Cots availableFamily friendlyFireplace on premisesLaundry ServicePets permitted by agreementSecure off-street parkingParking availableSmoking permitted
In all rooms:
Bar FridgeFanHeaterTVMNETInternet ReadyNo SmokingTea and CoffeeBed Linen suppliedTowels