• Where slow living comes naturally

    A farm stay in the picturesque village of Wakkerstroom

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A calm, comfortable and relaxing atmosphere in a beautiful countryside setting

Our farm is situated just outside the picturesque village of Wakkerstroom on the foot of the Versamel Mountains, less than 4 hours from Johannesburg, Pretoria and Nelspruit. It is a wonderful place to stop over en-route to or from the Drakensberg, Kruger Park, various Kwa-Zulu Natal National Parks and the Northern Kwa-Zulu Natal coast, as well as being the perfect destination to rest, relax and soothe your soul.

Kindly note that while we do not offer trout fishing on the farm, there are a number of dams in close proximity that guests can visit for angling and fly-fishing.

Our Rooms

Our Rooms

Wake up in a room with a view – the sunrise over the mountain is inspiring and majestic! We offer a country feel with quiet surroundings and breathtaking views in the perfect setting. View our guest house and cottages, perfectly suited for a relaxing countryside getaway.

About Us

About Us

After many years in the corporate world, your hosts and owners Johan and Ronelle van Eeden had a dream to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life and settle down in the countryside. With a desire for cleaner air, a quieter and simpler, ‘slower’ lifestyle and healthier living overall, Wakkerstroom ticked all the above and here we are! Living again!
The best of both worlds

Total peace and tranquillity in a relaxed and friendly environment yet close to shops where you can buy local arts and crafts, beautiful decor pieces, restaurants and small bistro’s.

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Guest Reviews

  • FORELLENHOF WEEKEND

    We could not have asked for a lovelier place, the setting was out of this world, the owners were so friendly and helpful - loved the attention to detail at the guest farm ...this is a must visit

    J de Beer, June 2026

    Pretoria

  • Stay in paradise

    It was my second stay when visiting my parents in South Africa and again I can only say it was a wonderful stay in paradise.Not only are Ronelle and Johan kind and warm hearted hosts but also the setting is gorgeous as well as the beautiful cottages and rooms in the main house. It is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet and also Wakkerstroom... Read this review

    Kerstin Meyer, April 2026

    Germany

  • PEACE AND TRANQUILITY

    It was my second stay when visiting my parents in South Africa and again I can only say it was a wonderful stay in paradise.Not only are Ronelle and Johan kind and warm hearted hosts but also the setting is gorgeous as well as the beautiful cottages and rooms in the main house. It is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet and also Wakkerstroom... Read this review

    Kerstin Meyer, February 2026

    Germany

  • Aileen Forbes

    Somewhere in the middle of nowhere is this absolute gem of a place! Peace and tranquility, with beautiful sunrises, rich bird life, and everything you could ask for in terms of accommodation. And those breakfasts!!! Five stars. I will recommend Forellenhof to everyone. Thank you Ronelle and Johan.

    Aileen Forbes, August 2025

    Kwa Zulu Natal