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All four accommodation options – plus two more in the   Accommodation:
        pipeline – feature secure fencing and showcase extensive   •  protea and agapanthus cottage are both charming and
        landscaped gardens, to welcome both two-legged and     set on the water. They offer fenced gardens, two ensuite
        four-legged residents alike.                           double rooms each, and breathtaking views.
                                                              •  kiepersol cottage is designed for larger groups. It features
        Although the original manor house is now the owner’s   four bedrooms and three bathrooms and can sleep 8 adults
        home, he has made amends by adding two new stone       and two children.
        cottages, Rose and Kiepersol.                         •  rose cottage is a brand-new addition. It offers a serene
                                                               escape from nature, with five bedrooms and two
        We stayed in Rose. Accommodating 10 guests, you will   bathrooms.
        sleep comfortably and want for nothing. Designed with a   •  coming soon: two secluded mountain cabins are on the
        farmhouse feel, the cottage is large and spacious but still   horizon, ideal for honeymooners or a lone ranger.
        cosy and welcoming with a braai, Weber, indoor fireplace,
        outdoor boma and various sitting areas. The bedrooms are   Activities:
        super comfortable, and the kitchens are very well equipped,   •  Fly fishing
        which makes a self-catering trip a dream come true. And   •  Walking, hiking, biking, bird watching
        if you are lucky, the farm manager, Anna, might treat you   •  Braaiing marshmallows under the stars
        to some homemade delights on your welcome including   •  relaxing
        rusks, chutney and honey, all products from the organic
        and eco-friendly sustainable farm. Cottages are supplied   Talbot Trout Farm, Elandsfontein Road, Blaaubosch Kraal,
        with mineral water from the springs and powered by solar   Machadodorp. bookings@talbotfarm.co.za, 073 417 3188
        panels.


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