Rate Guide
Duck Pond Cottage R800nightly, Cherry Cottage R1400 nightly, The Farmhouse R1950 nightly, minimum two nights stay
Quick Facts
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Budget Getaways Review
Yep, a real cherry farm in our backyard, in unspoilt mountain country 30km from Ceres.
The landscape is alluring and the cottages have good potential, but there is a health warning attached: Klondyke alternates between a wilderness getaway and Adderley Street at rush hour. Cherry-picking season (Nov-Dec) attracts a frenzied swarm of visitors, while the merest hint of snow in winter can trigger a similar deluge of humanity along the surrounding roads.
Out of cherry and snow season, Klondyke is closer to postcard perfect. The farm has three equipped private cottages and a small campsite with powerpoints and hot-water ablution block.
The Farmhouse (sleeps 8) is a rambling old house with four double bedrooms and two bathrooms with more than enough floor space to pack in a few extra kids. With a large living room and log fireplace, a dining area off the kitchen, also equipped with a separate fireplace, and an outside patio area with bench table and braai, the farmhouse offers a relaxed family escape.
Further along, Cherry Cottage has two bedrooms (A double and twin) and can sleep five. The furnishings are simple and fairly functional, the kitchen is open and the lounge has a fireplace that will be called for during the sub-zero winters. The bathroom is equipped with a shower only.
Smaller, more charming and probably our favourite, Duck Pond Cottage rests under a massive oak tree next to the farm dam. Like the other options it comes with a fireplace and though there’s only one bedroom, three can squeeze into the cottage.
All three cottages are fully equipped, including down duvets, towels and electric blankets. There are panel heaters in each bedroom and each cottage has a fireplace. Klondyke certainly is geared up for the bite of the winter months.
Apart from cherry picking and building snowmen, the mountains around Klondyke are made for serious walking and the ski slopes of Matroosberg are only 5km away. Neighbouring Matroosberg Reserve is open to day visitors and has a range of outdoor pursuits. You can also arrange a fishing permit for the nearby Lakenvlei Dam, which lies in an alpine-like setting.
Klondyke is an easygoing self-catering getaway but as we said, beware cherry and snow season!
"We stayed in the Duck pond farm house, it was a lovely setting overlooking the duck pond and under the oak trees. Inside was clean and very organized. The kitchen had everything you need for cooking and eating. They even went and made sure that they have supplies for then Eskom decides to cut the electricity. The room room has a double bed and a bathroom off the main room. Main room is large with double bed, ample pillows, with lovely warm duvet inner. The main bed also have a lovely heated blanket for those extra cold nights. The lounge and kitchen are as you enter through front door, with a fire place too. We where welcomed in with open arms. The farm staff are also very friendly. I would go back there."
(visited Apr 2022)
"Lovely stay in the middle of the week when we had the Duckpond to ourselves. Organisation and arrangements were exceptional and clear, with a reminder sent timeously with all the necessary info. Recharged walking all around the farm with our dogs, relaxed in tranquil surroundings and left looking forward to next time!"
(visited February 2021)
"Great getaway if you want to be off the grid and enjoy relaxing in front of a roaring fire, in between walks on the farm in the crisp winter air. The accommodation is good, kitchen is well stocked, bathroom is basic, but the bedroom was well kitted out for the cold. We stayed in the Duck Pond Cottage with our two small breed dogs and will definitely be back. Great value for money!"
(visited Jul 2019)
"We had a grand relaxing time."
(visited Mar 2019)
"This was our first visit and it was great. Went away with the whole family for my husbands 60th birthday and everyone was so impressed with the accommodation, setting and tranquility. We will definitely be back."
(visited Nov 2018)
"A very relaxing place, clean, good quality bedding and kitchen equipment. The fire wood was a bonus! Small but cosy, enough for the two of us. There weren't any cell phone reception, except at the main house. But the quality time we spend with each other was much needed! The outdoor area was fantastic with beautiful views of the Matroosberg. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Thank you for a fantastic weekend, will definitely come again, hopefully with the whole family!"
(visited Aug 2018)
"Duckpond cottage is fabulous. Comfy bed & big towels. Fireplace to keep warm on those chilly nights. The fresh flowers and little pot of cherry jam such a nice touch. We'll definitely be back."
(visited Jul 2018)
"Great weekend away - very laid back with beautiful scenery."
(visited Sep 2017)
"We had a fantastic weekend away at a beautiful venue. If you're looking for relaxation you can't get much better than this. There are ample heaters in the house for those chilly evenings...which we needed on this visit! This is the second time we've visited the farm and it won't be the last..."
(visited Aug 2016)
"Thanks for the owners and staff of Klondyke Cherry Farm for their friendliness and professionalism. We had a great time. Already recommended to the family."
(visited January 2015)
"We visited in November 2014 and it was the first day of the cherry picking season! What a great weekend. The cherries are delicious and you can camp for the day after picking, there are nice preserves, honey etc for sale. Ok, so now about the accommodation (which is what I intended to review, but the cherry picking is just so yummy!), we stayed in Cherry Cottage and it is really great. Everything that you can possible think of is there. From braai wood, blitz, potjie. Nice clean bedding and towels. Wonderful sunsets and sundowns and peace and quiet. And the pooches love love love it. They insist on going back in the winter to see the snow.... Only thing that I missed was a coffee plunger but that is not the end of the world and luckily I asked and brought my own."
(visited November 2014)
"A great weekend spent at Klondyke. Such a beautiful location and Cherry Cottage had everything we needed. The campsite was very quiet (only one other group) which suited us perfectly and the kids and dogs were exhausted by the time we went home. Would recommend."
(visited September 2014)
"We have been spending time at Klondyke for many years now. It is the perfect getaway in both summer and winter. Seeing the trees in full bloom in the spring and picking fresh cherries in summer is amazing. Experiencing the cold winters makes for a good weekend of food red wine and conversations with friends around the fire. Our dogs are welcome there as well and by the time the weekend comes to an end, we feel as though we have been away for a week. A great place to unwind!"
(visited August 2013)
"We had an awesome weekend and really enjoyed our time. What a beautiful farm it is! Our time there was great and the kids had a ball exploring. It felt very Alpine and it was great to have no cell phone reception! Forced us all to switch off for a bit."
(visited September 2012)
"We had a really great relaxing weekend. Hopefully we will get a group of folk together and be able to make another booking with you in the not too distant future."
(visited March 2012)
"Thank you for a lovely weekend away. My kids had a ball and good for them to see fruit growing in the actual trees and not just in Woolworths packaging!!"
(visited February 2012)
"Thank you for a splended weekend. Everything was in tip-top shape. We all enjoyed it very much."
(visited August 2011)
"We would just like to compliment you on a wonderfully run accommodation – everything was perfect! Everything we could think of you had and we will definitely make a plan to visit again!"
(visited October 2010)
"This was a very romantic place for my boyfriend and myself. It was worth the money and the welcome we got from Allan was very warm."
(visited May 2009)
"The best holiday I have ever had!"
(visited November 2008)
"Apart from the rain and snow we had a great weekend. Campsite is very well equipped and the ablution blocks are very good. My parents stayed in the Duck Pond Cottage and I certainly will be returning in winter to stay. The setting and snow-capped mountains in the background are just amazing."
(visited April 2007)
"Duck Pond Cottage is absolute value for money and much more..!"
(visited December 2005)
"It is a fantastic breakaway from city life."
(visited February 2005)
"All orchards were in full bloom around 20th September - very romantic."
(visited September 2004)
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