White House Guest Farm
Grünau
Guest house, Self Catering
(18
rooms)
This beautiful house was built in the early 1900’s and is situated on a 15,000 ha farm on the B1 in Grünau. Come and enjoy the wide-open spaces, the peace and tranquillity, the beautiful sunsets and the millions of bright stars at night.
In 1912 Frederich Haschke bought the farm Mickberg (15 000 hectares) for £2 500.
It was then known as the waterless farm. He immediately started building a house for Martha Feiber, his wife to be. Building material for the house was imported from Germany to Lüderitz Bay, from where it was railed to Klein-Karas station. A steel tired wagon was used to transport the material from Klein-Karas station to the farm. Water needed for building the house was transported from the neighbouring farm, Grabwasser. There is no information on how long it took to complete the house, but after all the trouble of building the house for his bride, to his greatest disappointment, he still could not find any water on the farm. When the First World War broke out, troops from the Union of South Africa invaded this German colony. In April 1915 the young couple, who were pursued by troops, fled to the north of the colony with some of their possessions and livestock. The White House was left behind, furniture and all. Their flight was cut short when they were arrested on the 17th of April and all their possessions were confiscated. Frederich was sent to a prisoners-of-war camp at Kimberley and Martha was kept prisoner at Gibeon. All the adversity was too much for Frederich. He was declared temporarily insane and sent to Valkenburg, a mental hospital in Cape Town. In 1918 he was sent back to Germany, where he was re-united with his wife.
Fully equipped with modern amenities. Each room has its own ensuite bathroom and access to a well-stocked fridge. For the nature lovers, camping is available as well as tents, mattresses, bedding, braai packs and wood.
Establishment facilities include: restaurant, secure parking, and internet facilities.
Please note:
* Children aged between 0 and 5 stay free.
* Check-in: 14h00-21h00 only. Check out: No later than 10h00.
* All rooms and public areas are non-smoking.
* Pets are allowed but only in Room No. 1 subject to availability and must be arranged beforehand.
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White House Guest Farm
Grünau
Guest house, Self Catering
(18
rooms)
This beautiful house was built in the early 1900’s and is situated on a 15,000 ha farm on the B1 in Grünau. Come and enjoy the wide-open spaces, the peace and tranquillity, the beautiful sunsets and the millions of bright stars at night.
In 1912 Frederich Haschke bought the farm Mickberg (15 000 hectares) for £2 500.
It was then known as the waterless farm. He immediately started building a house for Martha Feiber, his wife to be. Building material for the house was imported from Germany to Lüderitz Bay, from where it was railed to Klein-Karas station. A steel tired wagon was used to transport the material from Klein-Karas station to the farm. Water needed for building the house was transported from the neighbouring farm, Grabwasser. There is no information on how long it took to complete the house, but after all the trouble of building the house for his bride, to his greatest disappointment, he still could not find any water on the farm. When the First World War broke out, troops from the Union of South Africa invaded this German colony. In April 1915 the young couple, who were pursued by troops, fled to the north of the colony with some of their possessions and livestock. The White House was left behind, furniture and all. Their flight was cut short when they were arrested on the 17th of April and all their possessions were confiscated. Frederich was sent to a prisoners-of-war camp at Kimberley and Martha was kept prisoner at Gibeon. All the adversity was too much for Frederich. He was declared temporarily insane and sent to Valkenburg, a mental hospital in Cape Town. In 1918 he was sent back to Germany, where he was re-united with his wife.
Fully equipped with modern amenities. Each room has its own ensuite bathroom and access to a well-stocked fridge. For the nature lovers, camping is available as well as tents, mattresses, bedding, braai packs and wood.
Establishment facilities include: restaurant, secure parking, and internet facilities.
Please note:
* Children aged between 0 and 5 stay free.
* Check-in: 14h00-21h00 only. Check out: No later than 10h00.
* All rooms and public areas are non-smoking.
* Pets are allowed but only in Room No. 1 subject to availability and must be arranged beforehand.
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Rooms and Rates
Family Room (Braai)
(1
room)
from
426.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
x 3
(main is Double)
Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Details
Description: One room with a double bed and bunker beds with ensuite bathroom, private entrance and braai area
Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- Bar Fridge
- Heater
- No Smoking
- Tea and Coffee
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
- Oven
Family Room
(3
rooms)
from
426.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
x 3
(main is Double)
Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Details
Description: One room with a double bed and two single beds with ensuite bathroom. Shared lounge, dinning room and fully equipped kitchen.
Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- No Smoking
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
Student Room
(2
rooms)
from
288.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Details
Description: Small room with two single beds and ensuite bathroom.
Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- Bar Fridge
- No Smoking
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
Family Chalet
(1
room)
from
426.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
x 2
(main is Double)
Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Details
Description: Open plan chalet with a double bed, bunker beds, small kitchenette, ensuite bathroom, and private braai area.
Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- Bar Fridge
- No Smoking
- Tea and Coffee
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
- Oven
Triple Room
(1
room)
from
426.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
x 2
(main is Double or Twin)
Ensuite Bathroom (Shower only)
Details
Description: This room is at the reception at the back of a private home, 3km away from White House and chalets, it has a private entrance, double bed, single bed, ensuite bathroom, private braai area. Not suitable for self-catering.
Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- Bar Fridge
- No Smoking
- Tea and Coffee
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
Double Room
(1
room)
from
426.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Details
Description: This room is at the reception at the back of a private home, 3km away from White House and chalets, it has a private entrance, double bed, ensuite bathroom, private braai area. Not suitable for self-catering.
Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- Bar Fridge
- No Smoking
- Tea and Coffee
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
Campsite
(4
rooms)
from
120.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
x 1
Communal Bathroom
Details
Description: Each campsite has an eletrical point, water tap, light and braai area. Shared ablution block with showers, toilets and wash basins
Double Tent
(2
rooms)
from
175.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
x 1
(Double)
Communal Bathroom
Max Guests
Max
Details
Description: Only available during April - August each year. Canvas tent with double bed mattress, bedding, and towels, no lights. For the camper that doesn't feel like pitching his own tent.
Facilities:
- No Smoking
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
Triple Tent
(2
rooms)
from
175.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
x 2
(main is Double or Twin)
Communal Bathroom
Details
Description: Only available during April - August each year. Canvas tent with a double bed and single bed mattress, bedding and towels, no lights. For the camper that doesn't feel like pitching his own tent. All other camping equipment must be supplied by guest.
Facilities:
- No Smoking
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
Twin Chalet
(1
room)
from
426.0
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Details
Description: Small chalet with two single beds, kitchenette, ensuite bathroom and private braai area.
Facilities:
- Air Conditioning
- Bar Fridge
- No Smoking
- Tea and Coffee
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
- Oven
Pictures of White House Guest Farm
Continental Breakfast served
Dinner served
Bird Watching
Braai / Barbecue
Farm activities
Swimming Pool
Walking / Hiking
Curio Shop
Cots available
Family friendly
Pets permitted by agreement
Parking available
No smoking
- Air Conditioning
- Bar Fridge
- Heater
- Tea and Coffee
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Towels
- Oven
Children age 12 and over are charged as adults.
Pets are allowed on prior arrangement