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, louvers 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.
|
