Mount Park Guest Farm

We camped for two days testing a rental trailer. The farm is well maintained and we did not feel crowded. Each of the stands has lots of grass and shade, powerpoint, tap close by, a braai and refuse bin - although the monkeys could be a problem with that. The stands are spaceous and its a short walk to the ablutions. One of the ablutions had a bath and although rustic they were both neat and tidy with toilet paper supplied and several showers. There are benches for quiet moments everywhere and several hiking trails, we have unfortunately not had enough time to do any of them. Some of the furniture at the dairy dam looked a bit tired, but that did not impact our experience. We enjoyed the restaurant for dinner and coffee - very reasonable prices and food was amazing. Accessing the many Midlands activities was easy and since it was the Midmar Mile weekend many of the guests were there for the event specifically. We found the MTN signal to be really bad - so prepare for that. There are however a Wifi with password supplied in the restaurant and office area.

Totally recommend the venue - we enjoyed our short stay.

A truly lovely farm stay with a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere. The staff are very friendly and helpful, which immediately makes you feel at home. The road leading to the farm is gravel, so it’s best to phone ahead and ask about the current road conditions before you travel.

The walking trails are beautiful and well worth exploring, with routes ranging from easy strolls to more advanced hikes. The ablutions are clean and very well looked after, which made our stay even more enjoyable. We especially enjoyed camping here, as the camp sites are spacious and well laid out.

Mount Park Guest Farm is also a gorgeous venue for weddings and birthday celebrations – scenic, tranquil, and well set up for special occasions. Highly recommended for a relaxing getaway or memorable event.

Mount Park Guest Farm is a proper little hidden gem — peaceful, restorative, and wonderfully unpretentious.

It’s about 45 minutes from Hilton, 30 from Howick. Most of the drive is tar, with the last few kilometres on a well-kept dirt road. Only one gully had us slowing down — otherwise smooth sailing.

The moment you step out of the car, the first thing you notice is quiet. Proper, deep, soul-level quiet. It’s like the world pauses, and you just … breathe. That peaceful vibe sticks with you throughout the stay.

The campsite is exceptional. Sites are lush and grassy, tucked among trees, with hedges giving you a sense of privacy. Power and water are on hand, and it’s all neat and well looked after. The setting is stunning — gullies, ravines, and bush forest tucked against the mountain — with walking trails and proper trail-runner terrain for the insane, overachieving types. Birdlife is excellent (a personal highlight) and adds a beautiful soundtrack to the place.

Other accommodation options include cabins, permanent tents, and farmhouse-style rooms. The restaurant and bar are open during the day, and if you give them a heads-up, they’ll do supper in the evening. The menu is solid, well priced, and varied enough to keep things interesting for several days. They even do occasional special meals — Valentine’s steak with fancy butter and Parmesan fries was a nice touch.

A really lovely touch is the 3pm tea and coffee — it draws guests together and makes the whole place feel warm and social. The owners are friendly and genuinely accommodating; everything from the little shop to the restaurant is added to a tab you settle at the end, which makes life easy.

A gentle heads-up: the ablution block is airy and open, which is part of its rustic charm. It works fine, but it’s less private and soundproof than some might expect — think “rustic farm style” rather than “hotel quiet.”

Nature-wise, the place is magical. There’s a stream with fern-filled sections that feel like a fairyland, a dam with ducks and canoes, a huge old oak tree with spreading arms, and farm animals wandering about. There’s even a small permaculture nursery with plants and vegetables. In short: it’s beautifully varied, calming, and endlessly charming.

Mount Park isn’t polished or modern — it’s earthy, a bit ramble-shamble, and very much itself. That’s the beauty of it. You leave feeling lighter, quieter, and somehow a little more human.

Would happily return, and strongly recommend it to anyone craving peace, nature, and space to breathe — with a small dash of farmyard charm.

We spent the day at Ironwood Forge at Mount Park Guest Farm, and it was an outstanding experience. The farm is tranquil, beautiful, and the perfect setting for a hands-on workshop.

We were hosted by Cornelius, who made the day truly special. He has a great sense of humour and is incredibly knowledgeable about his craft. During the Iron Forge workshop, each of us forged a knife from scratch, starting with raw iron. It was my first time using various power tools, and Cornelius guided us patiently and step by step throughout the entire process.

We were provided with high-quality leather aprons and durable protective gloves, which made the experience both safe and professional. Cornelius is a fantastic teacher, storyteller, and listener. He is attentive and patient, stepping in when needed to help us overcome challenges and ensuring that each of us walked away with a high-quality knife we could be proud of.

The day was perfectly paced. We enjoyed a delicious lunch at the on-site restaurant and had time to explore the farm, take in the scenery, see the animals, and enjoy the dam and surrounding views.

Highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique, memorable, and rewarding experience.

We had a great time at Mount Park staying in the Farm House. The farm offers many activities, access to beautiful trails, incredible views and a very well priced restaurant/bar.

It's a getaway in nature with everything you need and the family running the show are fantastic hosts who are available to assist with whatever you may need.

We look forward to staying there again