Free-Drift is a comfortable one-bedroom cottage perfect for couples, friends or young families seeking a home base in the Garden Route. With a private wood-fired hot tub, fire pit and glorious views of the lake and mountains, the cottage has everything you need for a nature retreat. Pet-friendly and Sustainably Powered with air con, Wi-Fi, TV, Netflix and all the essentials. Connect with nature and each other. Enjoy our farm trails, shared pool with stunning views, and the neighbouring national park.
Free-Drift is a one-bedroom cottage with extraordinary views of undulating fynbos hills, Rondevlei lake and Outeniqua mountains. The bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and a luxurious king-size bed, which can be split into twin beds upon request. The comfy living area has a sleeper couch suitable for two young children. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The cottage is private, pet-friendly, off the grid, and equipped with a smart air conditioning system, Wi-Fi, TV and Netflix – all the luxuries you need to enjoy a restful getaway.
Free-Drift has its own private wood-fired hot tub, fire pit and deck with an outdoor dining area and a gas braai. Watch the stillness of nature from the comfort of your bed while drinking your morning coffee. Let your dogs run through the fynbos and watch your children play in nature. Soak in the hot tub and marvel at glorious sunset scenes. Relax around the fire and braai under the Milky Way.
The cottage is a short stroll away from our farm trails and shared pool area where guests can relax and enjoy views of the lake and mountains. Equleni borders the Wilderness National Park, so guests can walk straight from the farm to visit the nearby bird hide or hike along the Cape Dune Molerat Trail.
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed three nights of our honeymoon here, and we loved every moment of it - calm, quiet, secluded, private. We 'ordered' the Romantic Turndown, and there was a lot of effort put in to making it an extremely warm and loving welcome. The cabin was fitted out with all of the basics (salt / pepper / cooking oil etc. ), plus a little jar of marshmallows, which was a very warm touch! Thank you team for a wonderful and peaceful escape 🙂
Tinashe
10/11/2025
We had an had an amazing stay at Freedrift Cabin! Diane was a great and attentive host, and Freedrift was perfect for a tranquil getaway.We spent most of our time by the fire pit and hot tub area, with the occasional walk around. We definitely recommend a stay for anyone wanting a quiet escape for a few days 🙂
Marali
9/29/2025
Beautiful place. Will definitely come again. Super helpful and friendly host. The hot tub was fantastic and the fynbos surrounding was stunning. The add on services are really a nice benefit to have to include in your stay. Worth the price.
Mark
9/24/2025
What a spot. This was the last few nights of a 10 day ramble down the East coast of South Africa. Perfect end to a perfect trip. Diane thinks of every detail that you might need, her communication is exceptional. And OMG that hot tub!
Anne
9/16/2025
Thank you for having us - a beautiful spot with lots of attention to detail: welcome flowers, biscuits, coffee sachets with bit of filter coffee, firelighters, marshmellows, even dog biscuits & the option to heat up hot tub.
Pioneira
8/25/2025
What a lovely stay we had. The place was so peaceful. Absolutely loved the jacuzzi and the fact that it was so easy to take nature walks. The place is so easy to find and a definite most do if you are looking for something private and relaxing. Facilities are as described and host is quite helpful.
Liezel
8/10/2025
2nd time stay at Equleni Farm, will go back again and again! Worth every cent. Peaceful, well equipped cottage. Definitely on my recommendation list!
Tracy-Ann
7/20/2025
This spot was absolutely beautiful! The interior decor is stunning and the cottage has everything you need! The views are amazing and so peaceful. I will definitely be back!
Raymond
6/02/2025
Visited the place for a weekend break and we got a lot more than expected. This little gem offers peaceful surroundings, interesting walks, and we’ve never seen a place accommodate our pets so well.
It was an amazing stay and we’ll be back for another break soon.