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AttractionsThe Farm Kinmel and surrounding areas are a nature lover’s paradise. The magnificent mountains, pristine rivers with its rock pools and waterfalls, open space with crisp clear mountain air, offer the perfect getaway. We offer something for everyone, from old to young, the more adventurous or just wishing for some peace and quiet, it’s all to be had. Enjoy invigorating hikes in the surrounding mountains, swim in the river or play in the rock pools, go fly-fishing, walking, bird watching, mountain biking, savour the scenery on our many 4 X 4 trails, enjoy a leisurely picnic beneath the willows down by the river, or you can simply put your feet up, relax and enjoy the splendour which the Southern Drakensberg has to offerWe also are a fully functional active farm where guests and especially children are invited to acquaint themselves with a variety of farm animals. We fully support the principles of Eco-tourism. Defined as "responsible travel to natural areas which conserves the environment and improves the welfare of the local people”. Wild rainbow trout swimming side by side with elusive Yellow fish abound in the Bell River, making it a fly-fisherman’s paradise. Kinmel has its own stretch of the Bell River, specifically reserved for our guests only. The region also boasts a number of dams and more than 200km of rivers and crystal clear running water in which to cast your fly.Early mornings and late afternoons is the time to cast a line in a quiet pool, go bird watching or see the cows come in for milkingKinmel Mountain Retreat is the perfect gateway to the Tiffendell Ski Resort, a mere 30 minute drive away. We are one of the closest lodges to Tiffendel on the Rhodes approach. We are perfectly situated to stay over on your way to Tiffendell or back, or you can use it as an ideal base to do day trips to Tiffendell. ACTIVITIESWe offer something for everyone, from old to young, the more adventurous or just wishing for some peace and quiet.4 x 4 The mountainous terrain offers the perfect backdrop for exciting 4 x 4 ing of all levels and grades. We offer a variety of guided tours on private trails as well as public routes and some can be done as self drive routes. SNOW SKIING Winter time is snow time in Rhodes. During June, July and even August our mountains are covered in a snow blanket, with regular snow falls being experienced in the valley on the farm and surrounding areas. FLY FISHING Wild rainbow trout abound in the Bell River, making it a fly fisherman’s paradise. We have our own stretch of river which we make available to our guests. In addition the region boasts more than 200 km of rivers and crystal clear running water in which to cast your fly. Permits to fish these waters can be arranged. • During December to February this area boasts a wide variety of alpine flowers. View on your own or with a trained guide. • San rock art can be viewed by prior arrangement. • Naude’s Nek Pass is the highest mountain pass in South Africa and is a must for all visitors. • Horse riding, tennis and other activities can be arranged in the close proximity. • Bird watching. • Hiking and back packing. • Mountain biking. • Quad biking. • Star gazing. • Picnicing and / or swimming in the river and rock pools or in the kloof.
FacilitiesChild friendly environment Breakfast supplied as optional extras. Laundry facilities Chalets are serviced daily Wood for the fireplaces are supplied f.o.c. Guests can do fly-fishing and hiking on the farm with no cost attached, at own leisure. Guided 4 x 4 trips on private and/or public routes. Braai area as well as boma for log fires and social get togethers Fully equipped chalets including linen, towels and utensils. Internet facilities available in the office. Full cel phone reception on the farm Airport shuttle can be arranged ConferencesHosting a conference and / or team building (range of activities) and / or corporate function here at Kinmel Guest Farm, will provide you not only with a magnificent setting in the mountains, but will ensure a conference without interruptions and / or the disturbance of traffic and other noises. We provide peace, tranquility and a relaxing atmosphere in which to host a very successful conference.On-site we can cater for small conferences up to about 25 in our in-house conference room or about 50 / 55 can be hosted on our large spacious (enclosed) verandah, with magnificent views of the Drakensberg. We have available white boards (flip charts), a DVD player, large TV screen, overhead projector and laptop. We can also get other equipment should you require same.
Special offersLow season specialWhenever 3 or more adult persons stay for more than 5 nights, a 10 % reduction in rate will apply 4 X 4 Special package We offer special all inclusive packages for groups of 4 x 4 enthusiasts. Please enquire A 10% discount will apply to 2 or more adults, for any midweek stay of 3 nights or more during school term. This excludes any public holidays falling during the week and or school holidays DirectionsFrom Bloemfontein travel on the N6 to Aliwal North. In Aliwal turn left towards Lady Grey and Barkley East. In Barkley East take the R396 a gravel road to the town of Rhodes. Upon arrival in Rhodes drive straight through on the Maclear Naudes nek road for 1.5 km where you will find Kinmel Farm on your right hand side.
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Willem Jansen
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