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De Oude Kraal Country Estate

Updated 2026-09-21 · 5,634 reviewed · 270 listed · Scored from 865 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(865) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Spa & Wellness RetreatsLuxury All-Inclusive Wellness Resorts
De Oude Kraal Country Estate
Location
South Bloemfontein
Services
Spa & Wellness Retreats, Luxury All-Inclusive Wellness Resorts
Reviews
865
Best for
Couples and families wanting a farm stay near Bloemfontein Travellers breaking a long N1 drive

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-10-13. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-10-13.

What do customers say?

Guests often describe a warm, personal stay on a historic Merino farm. Staff are repeatedly named for going out of their way, and the food earns strong praise. Several reviewers return for repeat stays or events.

Praised for
  • Friendly, attentive staff
  • Excellent food and dining
  • Beautiful farm setting
  • Spa treatments praised
attentive-staffdelicious-healthy-foodskilled-therapistspeaceful-atmospherestunning-viewsvalue-for-money
Best for: Couples and families wanting a farm stay near Bloemfontein Travellers breaking a long N1 drive

What stands out?

  • Historic 5th generation Merino farm
  • Warm, personal service from staff
  • Strong food reputation
  • Short drive off the N1

Worth knowing

  • Reviewers name Melanie for guest welcome and upgrades
  • Spa therapists Star and Nikita praised for massage
  • Petrus leads horse riding and works well with children
  • Spitbraai held on the first Sunday of each month
  • Sunset boat trip available on request, per one review
  • Website lists a 4-star Graded Country House rating

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.6 average across the 250 spa & wellness retreats businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 91% of the businesses in this directory.

What reviewers mention

wedding venuespafireplacefriendly stafffine diningafternoon teafarmsunset viewsjacuzzifull body massage

How the score was calculated

Ranking Method
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
670
4
131
3
36
2
11
1
17

Frequently asked questions

Is De Oude Kraal close to Bloemfontein?
Their website says it sits about 35km south of Bloemfontein on the N1. One reviewer called it a short drive from the highway.
Does the estate offer horse riding?
Their website lists horse riding, and one reviewer praised guide Petrus for working with kids and adults.
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Last updated 2026-09-21