Halfway Haven or Historical Hideaway? Oban Guest Farm Has You Covered (and Your Pup)!
Stuck in the Drakensberg doldrums on your epic South African adventure? Oban Historical Guest Farm at Van Reenen is your perfect pitstop (or paws-stop, if you’re traveling with a furry co-pilot)! We offer more than just a rest for weary legs (or paws) – we’re a charming escape steeped in history. Think comfy beds, farm-to-table feasts, and enough fresh air to make your city stress vanish faster than a meerkat down a burrow. Oban: Because even road trips deserve a little R&R (and maybe a cuddle with a farm animal…we won’t judge). #VanReenen #Farmstay #PetFriendly #SouthAfrica #Travel
Double Rooms
Rest Your Weary Head (Not Your Royal Posterior, But We Won’t Judge):
Our double rooms boast queen-sized beds, perfect for sprawling out after a long day of exploring (or napping in the sun, no judgement here!). Each room comes with an en-suite bathroom, featuring a refreshing shower (ideal for washing away the day’s adventures, or that rogue encounter with a particularly enthusiastic farm animal).
Need a caffeine kickstart? We’ve got you covered with an in-room coffee station. No need to fight the rooster for who gets to wake up first!
Feeling a bit chilly? We have electric blankets on every bed, so you can snuggle up like a contented barn owl on those crisp nights. Worried about overheating? Don’t sweat it (literally!), we also have fans available on request.
Think we forgot something? Relax! We’ve got you covered with bedding, fluffy towels, and even essential toiletries. Just pack your sense of adventure and a smile (and maybe some extra socks, just in case).
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Twin Rooms
Twice the Beds, Half the Snuggle (Unless You Like That Sort of Thing)
Traveling with a buddy, sibling on thin ice, or arch-nemesis you’re secretly hoping to bond with over breathtaking views? Our twin rooms are your perfect match! Featuring two comfy single beds (because sometimes a good night’s sleep requires a clear battle line), these rooms offer a delightful dose of historical charm (think less haunted mansion, more charming grandma’s attic).
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Family Rooms
Oban Guest Farm: Family Rooms – Enough Space to Contain Your Family’s Shenanigans (Mostly)
Calling all families! Do your kids have the energy of a hyperactive mongoose on a sugar rush? Is your idea of a vacation not involving threats with time-outs? Then look no further than Oban Historical Guest Farm’s family rooms – spacious havens designed to keep everyone (semi) happy!
Room 12: The Bunk Bed Bonanza
This room features a king-size bed for the weary parents (or the kid who calls dibs first) and a bunk bed for the little ones. Perfect for late-night wrestling matches (pillows only, please!), or creating a human fort so impressive it would make even MacGyver jealous.
Rooms 26 & 27 (Pet-Friendly!): Bring the Whole Furry Family!
These rooms are the crème de la crème for families with four-legged companions (as long as they’re well-behaved and haven’t developed a taste for fluffy slippers). Enjoy a queen-size bed for you, a bunk bed for the kids, and a private garden for your pet to frolic in (without digging up prized Oban begonias). Please note: Leash laws apply to communal areas, so your pup doesn’t chase the sheep into existential despair.
What all our Family Rooms offer:
- Enough beds to ensure minimal spouse-related snoring complaints.
- An en-suite bathroom – because nobody enjoys sharing their morning ablutions with a gaggle of siblings.
- Stunning views (unless your child decides to use a crayon on the window).
- Peace and quiet (ish) – We can’t guarantee silence, but the mooing cows and clucking chickens are much more relaxing than your teenager’s TikTok obsession.
Bonus Fun for the Whole Family at Oban Guest Farm:
- Swimming pool: A great escape from the heat, or the inevitable meltdown over who gets the last cookie.
- Games room: Bond (or maybe not) over a friendly game of pool. Just avoid that Uncle Steve whose competitive spirit borders on the terrifying.
- Barbecue area: Sizzle up some boerewors under the stars (lighter fluid sold separately… kind of).
So pack your bags, your brood, and maybe a good supply of bribes (candy works wonders), and head to Oban Historical Guest Farm! Our family rooms are the perfect place to create lasting memories (and hopefully not too many arguments). Just remember, we love kids, but we can’t be held responsible for any pillow fights or outbreaks of sibling rivalry. Hey, at least you’ll have a funny story to tell your therapist later!
Cottages
Escape the Rat Race (or Your Crazed Housemates) at Oban Historical Guest Farm’s Self-Catering Cottages!
Do you crave wide-open spaces, a slower pace (unless you’re being chased by a particularly enthusiastic calf), and the chance to cook your own meals without setting off the fire alarm? Then ditch the city and head for Oban Historical Guest Farm’s self-catering cottages!
Our charming cottages are perfect for those who want a taste of farm life without becoming indentured servants (we don’t make you milk the cows… although watching someone else do it can be quite entertaining). Each cottage is fully equipped with a kitchenette, so you can whip up a masterpiece (or recreate the Great Carbonara Fire of ’17 – it’s all part of the charm).
Here’s what you can expect:
- Self-catering bliss: Unleash your inner chef (or learn to boil an egg without causing an existential crisis).
- Peace and quiet: Except for the occasional rooster impersonating a rockstar, or the donkeys debating philosophy.
- Stunning views: Mountains as far as the eye can see (unless you forget your glasses, then it’s just a blurry green mess).
- Braai area: Perfect for sizzling up some boerewors under the stars (fire starting proficiency not guaranteed).
- Free WiFi (sort of): We like to call it “dial-up with dreams.” Patience is a virtue!
Oban Historical Guest Farm also offers:
- A swimming pool (great for escaping the heat, or that rogue goose who seems to have taken a particular dislike to you).
- A pub (because sometimes, adult beverages are the answer).
- A playground (keep the little ones entertained while you “accidentally” nap in the sunshine).
So come on down to Oban Historical Guest Farm and experience the joy of self-catering cottages! Just remember, if you burn down the braai area, you might be put on dishwashing duty for a week. But hey, at least you’ll have a clean conscience (and possibly some sparkly dishes).
Fancy A Dreamy Country Wedding?
If you’re looking for THE most romantic setting for an intimate country wedding…Oban is the place for you. Since 1922 she has seen many happy couples tie the knot who returns ‘home’ to celebrate anniversaries and bringing the next generation to be blessed in union. THAT. Is. Oban. Love.
