Self-Catering Guest Farm.
Pet Friendly - Fly Fishing - Hiking
Off the R540 between Dullstroom & Lydenburg, Mpumalanga.
Schaefer’s Halt is easily accessible by any vehicle.
Escape to Schaefer’s Halt Guest Farm in the Dullstroom countryside — where each cottage privately stands alone among rolling hills, mountain views or overlooking the trout ponds. Enjoy dog-friendly, self-catering comfort surrounded by nature, with hiking trails and fly fishing right on your doorstep.
Under new ownership since March 2024
Under new ownership since March 2024
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Midweek Specials
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Book 4 Nights - Get 30% Discount
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Terms and Conditions Apply. Special Exclude Long Weekends & School Holidays.
On accommodation rates only.
-The Cottages-
Set in beautiful gardens or on a hillside with magnificent views of the mountains, each self-catering cottage is different, yet all are enchanting.
SNUG
Sleeps 2 / No pets
WINDSONG
Sleeps 4 / Pets allowed
COSY
Sleeps 4 / No pets / Wheelchair friendly
CLOUD
Sleeps 5 / Pets allowed
Things to do on the Farm
The farm was established in 1846 and was lovingly taken on by new owners in March 2024.
This scenic property has fly-fishing in two regularly stocked, medium ponds, as well as access to river fishing. Bird watching, walking, hiking and stargazing can all be enjoyed on this farm which boasts stunning views, waterfalls, birds and indigenous wild flowers.
Rates 2025
Minimum 2 nights stay. On Accommodation only. Terms & conditions apply.
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Weekend Rates: 2 people, Minimum 2 nights. R1150
Midweek Rates: Minimum 2 Nights. R950
Weekend / Long Weekends & School Holiday Rates: Minimum 2 Nights. R1150
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Weekend Rates -2 People, Minimum 2 nights. R1450
Weekend Rates - 3-4 People, Minimum 2 nights. R1950
Long Weekends & School Holiday Rates: Minimum Nights applicable. R1950
Midweek Rates: 2 People, Minimum 2 Nights. R1150
(Be sure to inquire about our Midweek Specials.)
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Weekend Rates -2 People, Minimum 2 nights. R1450
Weekend Rates - 3-4 People, Minimum 2 nights. R2150
Long Weekends & School Holiday Rates: Minimum Nights applicable. R2150
Midweek Rates: 2 People, Minimum 2 Nights. R1150
(Be sure to inquire about our Midweek Specials.)
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Weekend Rates -2 People, Minimum 2 nights. R1450
Weekend Rates - 3-5 People, Minimum 2 nights. R2150
Long Weekends & School Holiday Rates: Minimum Nights applicable. R2150
Midweek Rates: 2 People, Minimum 2 Nights. R1150
(Be sure to inquire about our Midweek Specials.)
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Weekends: Minimum 2 nights stay
Long Weekends: Minimum 3 nights stay
School Holidays: Minimum 3 nights stay
Between 15 December - 5 January: Minimum 4 nights stay
Dogs: R65 per dog per night
Fishing: R200 per person for the duration of your stay. Strictly Catch and Release Policy & Barbless flies (bring own rods & barbless flies)
Maid Service: Our cottages are not serviced unless by prior arrangement. If you require your cottage to be serviced, please inform us. An additional fee of R150.00 per day will be charged, applicable on weekdays only (excluding weekends & public holidays).
Wood: R30 per bag
“ To rest sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.” -John Lubbock