Nestled in the heart of a historic family farm close to the quaint village of Bedford but about 12 km away from the nearest road, Request guest house offers an idyllic secluded experience.
Built in 1896, it has been restored to its original Cape Dutch splendour with gables, louvres and whitewashed walls. No expense was spared in the interior. With a contemporary twist, it recalls the days of prosperous farm living in luxurious and plush surroundings.
The guest house provides you with comfortable and quality self-catering accommodation or a Bed & Breakfast option. For your better enjoyment of Request and your privacy it is rented only to one group at a time.
From a wraparound veranda (stoep) with expansive windows, the house offers spectacular views to Kaga Mountain looming blue over the grass savannah veld. From here one can spot the famous fallow deer which inhabit the area. Kudu, impala, mountain reedbuck, springbuck, small game and warthog also thrive on the grassy veld as well as a wide variety of bird life.
In addition to its farming roots, Request Guest House used to be the main hub of surrounding farms. In the early 1900’s, the farm served as a railway siding for the neighbouring farmers who came to load their wool and stock. Furthermore, one of the historical directional stones placed and carved by the old sled and ox wagon pioneers is located in walking distance of the guest house.
Each of Request’s spacious bedrooms has been restored to old farmhouse opulence complete with luxurious linen. Furthermore, each room is fitted with a modern en-suite bathroom with comforts such as heated towel rails and spacious showers.
There are four bedrooms available: one King room (with access to the verandah) and three twin rooms.
The guest house boasts a large farm kitchen with a breakfast nook and is fully equipped with dishwasher, microwave, coffe machine etc.
A centrally located lounge and entertainment area provides TV/DSTV and DVD facilities (selection of DVD's available) and opens up onto the verandah and swimming pool. Enveloped in Cape Dutch wall panelling, the original fireplace is still in use for warm, cosy winter nights.
Connected to the lounge and foyer, one enters a beautiful dining room adorned with an elegant chandelier and solid wooden furniture. Large doors provide access to the verandah and enhance dinners with spectacular views over the garden and cooling breezes.
The exterior braai is a traditional lapa area with a central fireplace – perfect for eating under the stars and enjoying the quiet of the night.
Plenty of tree shaded parking space is located at the back of the guest house.
