Forestiva Farm - Mountain Retreat

Entire home in Centurion, South Africa

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 2.5 baths
Rated 4.92 out of 5 stars.24 reviews
Hosted by Steffen
  1. Superhost
  2. 3 years hosting

Listing highlights

Dive right in

This is one of the few places in the area with a pool.

Comfy bed for better sleep

The room-darkening shades and extra bedding are loved by guests.

Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
Located near the top of a mountain in the Magaliesberg Biosphere and overlooking the Hennops River Valley lays a one of a kind, off the grid, luxurious mountain retreat. We are part of the Crocodile River Reserve, an irreplaceable biodiversity area.

Emerge yourself into the wild, relax in a tranquil natural environment and go hunt that thirst for adventure. Removed from any amenities you find yourself free as a bird. Forget the concrete jungle and follow us into the cradle of the African bush.

The space
The self catering off-grid luxurious mountain retreat has a large open plan lounge with fire place, dining and kitchen space. It features two bedrooms with large glazing and en-suite bathrooms, an extra guest toilet and an outside shower with splash pool. The spacious layout encompasses a sprawling open plan that seamlessly flows outwards onto wooden decking and into the mountain grasslands. The house epitomizes an indoor-outdoor living, with its open sun deck accessible through stacking and sliding doors. Here, guests can revel in the vastness of the landscape, lounge around the sun deck, braai, or unwind in the splash pool.

Expect total relaxation surrounded by wildlife and scenic mountain views nestled in the natural beauty of the Magaliesberg Biosphere. The Mountain Retreat is far removed from any houses with your own private hiking trails and easy access to the top of the mountain with 360 degree scenic views. You have access to 350 ha of African wilderness where you can go hike, mountain bike, climb, fish, kayak, bird and game watch in a private game reserve.

The house is entirely off-grid, powered by a solar system and rain water is collected. It has a separate drinking water tank filled with spring water. To conserve energy, guests are kindly requested to use electricity sparingly.

We are accessible by regular car, but we recommend a vehicle with higher clearance or 4x4 for ease of travel.
Sports cars are not advisable.

Entrance or exit to the property can be an adventure on its own. Depending if the river is flooding, usually only in summer, you might have to access via our back entrance. We will confirm closer to check in if you need to take the alternative route.

*Please Note: Forestiva Farm is a nature reserve, there is a possibility you will encounter wildlife, insects, reptiles, etc which we have no control over.

​Check-in from 15:00 and check-out at 11:00.

Guest access
The Mountain Retreat is far removed from the main house with your own private mountain and entrance. We are accessible by regular car, but we recommend a vehicle with higher clearance or 4x4 for ease of travel. Sports cars are not advisable. You have access to 350 ha of wilderness where you can go hike, mountain bike, climb, fish, kayak, bird and game watch in a private game reserve. ​

Other things to note
Please note if you are booking for 2 guests but require separate beds you will be charged an additional room fee of R300.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Free parking on premises
Pool
Private patio or balcony
Private backyard
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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4.92 out of 5 stars from 24 reviews

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 96% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 0% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 4% of reviews
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  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa

Meet your host

Superhost
134 reviews
4.75 out of 5 average rating
3 years of hosting
Speaks German and English
Lives in Johannesburg, South Africa
We are a family with a big heart for adventures, conservation, wildlife and a passion for natural healing and recreation of the soul. ​ Our farm provides a space for people to hike, adventure, stay, heal, learn and be inspired to live a more down to earth sustainable life. ​ We inspire active well-being, mindful relaxation, creativity, self sustainability, regenerative farming and accommodate like-minded people from all walks of life.

Steffen is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm not reported
Smoke alarm not reported

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