Fairbairn Guest Farm
Farm stay, 4-starR396, Rhodes Road, Maclear, South AfricaShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and food.
9.250Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.6 out of 10, at R396, Rhodes Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Tranquil Guest Farm Escape with Garden and Activities
Serene Surroundings: Escape to Fairbairn Guest Farm, located 14km from Maclear, offering a peaceful retreat amidst nature. Enjoy the garden, barbecue facilities, and proximity to Maclear Country Club & Golf Estate.
Comfortable Accommodation: Relax in individually decorated rooms with towels and linen provided. Choose rooms with garden views or a private bathroom for added comfort.
Activities and Amenities: Unwind in the shared kitchen and lounge area, with meals available on request. Explore hiking and fishing options on-site or visit Naude's Nek Pass, just 70km away.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
Rooms
9.2
Top rated
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 50 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.6
- Service10.0
- Location9.6
- Rooms9.0
- Amenities8.6
- Value9.0
- Food & drink9.1
Guests mention
Beautiful viewsWelcoming staff
DianeSouth AfricaA very peaceful and lovely place to stop over and would like to return.
I loved that Fairbairn was peaceful and surrounded by nature
AlisonSouth AfricaA lovely spot
Loved the farm stay so quiet. Linky was so helpful. The old wood burning stove in kitchen was a treat.
Electric blankets on the bed made for a cozy night.Will definitely recommend.
Nothing
JohnSouth AfricaDelightful place and despite the road there we will certainly go back!
Magnificent scenery and quiet solitude.
The road there!
LouiseFranceGreat accommodation in a absolutely amazing location
The farmhouse is lovely, breakfast and dinner were delicious, the host is very kind and - last but not certainly not least - the location is absolutely amazing! Highly recommended.
MarcusSouth AfricaThe road in can be challenging, but it is worth it. Superb location on the farm, beautiful and peaceful place. Staff most welcoming, they went out of their way to take care of us and arrange things. I would highly…
SueSouth AfricaComfortable stay with lovely views.
Beautiful views, the lovely wood stove in the kitchen was warm and cosy.
Full DSTV service. Tasty dinner was served.
The wifi in the bedroom was intermittent. It was best to be in the kitchen (which was lovely and warm).…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
R396, Rhodes Road, Maclear, South Africa
Guests rate the location 9.6 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 07:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note, Fairbairn Guest Farm offers 50MB of free WiFi per guest, per day.Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Managed by a private host A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Fairbairn Guest Farm
What time is check-in and check-out at Fairbairn Guest Farm?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Fairbairn Guest Farm allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Fairbairn Guest Farm?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Fairbairn Guest Farm?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Fairbairn Guest Farm have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Fairbairn Guest Farm?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Fairbairn Guest Farm have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Fairbairn Guest Farm?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Fairbairn Guest Farm?
R396, Rhodes Road, Maclear.
Other places we book in Maclear
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
