ARBITERSFONTEIN Karoo Rus · Southern Free State

Experience the simplicity of farm life.

Where the gravel roads slow you down, time takes a back seat, and the tranquillity of the farm allows you to breathe again.

Welcome to ARBITERSFONTEIN Karoo Rus situated in the heart of the Southern Free State. Experience authentic farm hospitality in a peaceful, unpretentious rural setting. Here, there is no need for extravagance — just the beauty of the open countryside, genuine hospitality and the simple pleasures of country living.

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Authentic Farm Hospitality · Southern Free State

ARBITERSFONTEIN Karoo Rus – A place to slow down, unwind and experience true farm spirit!

Experience authentic farm hospitality in a peaceful, unpretentious rural setting. Here, there is no need for extravagance — just the beauty of the open countryside, genuine hospitality and the simple pleasures of country living.

Conveniently situated approximately 35 km from Philippolis and Fauresmith, and 152 km from Bloemfontein, ARBITERSFONTEIN - Karoo Rus offers an opportunity to escape the demands of everyday life and reconnect with nature.

Enjoy a range of outdoor activities and farm experiences:

  • ✓ Horseback riding — approximately 15 km scenic ride through the open landscape (R300 per person)
  • ✓ Scenic koppie hikes and nature walks directly from the farmhouse lawn
  • ✓ Fishing in tranquil farm waters
  • ✓ Swimming to cool off on warm summer Karoo days
  • ✓ Complimentary firewood provided for your braai and boma campfire
  • ✓ Spectacular, unpolluted night skies filled with stars
Festive Season Farm Getaway · 18 – 27 December

December Holiday Availability: 18 – 27 December

Looking for a peaceful, family-friendly Karoo farm break this festive season? Book your self-catering stay between 18 and 27 December at R300 per person, per night (children under 10 stay free, children 10–11 R150)—fresh linen ready, swimming, horseback trails, and complimentary firewood included!

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Horseback riding through the farm dam on Arbitersfontein
Horseback Riding (±15 km Scenic Trail) R300 / person
Group hiking trail across the Karoo veld on Arbitersfontein
Scenic Koppie Hikes & Nature Walks Trails & Views
Evening campfire and boma braai under the Karoo night sky
Boma Campfire & Braai Firewood Provided
Wide Karoo sky reflected on the farm dam at Arbitersfontein
Farm Dam, Fishing & Swimming Farm Water
Self-Catering Accommodation · R300 Per Person, Per Night

Farmhouse Accommodation on Arbitersfontein

Comfortable, unpretentious self-catering farmhouse living with an equipped kitchen, dining room with piano, stone-hearth lounge, shaded green lawn, and outdoor boma braai.

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The Arbitersfontein Farmhouse (Self-Catering Accommodation)
Arbitersfontein Farmhouse & Shaded Lawn ARBITERSFONTEIN Karoo Rus
Ideal for Families, Riding Groups & N1 Stopovers

The Arbitersfontein Farmhouse (Self-Catering Accommodation)

Spacious traditional Free State farmhouse surrounded by large shade trees and green lawn. Features comfortable twin and family bedrooms with fresh linen, a fully equipped self-catering farm kitchen, dining room with piano, stone fireplace lounge, full bathroom with bath and shower, and an outdoor boma braai with complimentary firewood provided.

Tariff R300 per person / night · Children under 10: Free · Children 10–11: R150
Amenities Complimentary Firewood Provided · Full Farm Kitchen · Stone Fireplace Lounge · Outdoor Boma Braai · Fresh Bed Linen · Swimming & Walks
Comfortable Farm Bedrooms & Hearth Living
Self-Catering Bedroom & Fresh Linen ARBITERSFONTEIN Karoo Rus
Self-Catering Overnight & Multi-Day Farm Stays

Comfortable Farm Bedrooms & Hearth Living

Restful bedrooms prepared with crisp bed linen and warm blankets (please bring own towels), paired with our inviting stone hearth lounge indoors and outdoor campfire circle under clear night skies.

Tariff 25% (1/4) deposit 2 weeks prior · Balance payable before or upon arrival
Amenities Crisp Linen & Blankets · Full Bathroom (Bath & Shower) · Dining Room · Secure Parking for Vehicles & Trailers
Horseback Riding, Hikes, Fishing, Swimming & Hunting

Outdoor Activities & District Events

From approximately 15 km scenic horseback trails and fishing to swimming on warm days, stargazing, and joining iconic Philippolis and Fauresmith festivals.

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Horseback Riding

Enjoy an approximately 15 km scenic horseback ride through the beautiful open landscape at R300 per person. All horseback riding is undertaken at the rider’s own risk.

R300 per person · ±15 km Scenic Trail
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Hikes, Fishing & Swimming

Scenic koppie hikes and nature walks, fishing in farm waters, and swimming to refresh on warm sunny Karoo days.

Hikes · Fishing · Swimming
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Blesbok Hunting

Top-quality Blesbok hunting paired with peaceful self-catering farmhouse hospitality. Contact Pieter Jacobs (+27 71 598 5602) for hunting arrangements and enquiries.

Pieter Jacobs · 071 598 5602
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April & July Events

April: Arbitersfontein forms part of the regional Mountain Bike Race! July: Philippolis Wine Route (Wynloop), Wildsblitz Festival, Horse Show & Fauresmith Horse Endurance Ride.

April MTB · July Festivals
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