Paddocks Cottage on Newstead Farm nestles in the rolling hills near Nottingham Road. Here you can find dams for boating and bass fishing, a tennis court and 25ha of indigenous forest! This rural smallholding farm with Nguni Cows and retired horses has a significant history from the 1840's and gives you the chance to experience the true peace and tranquillity of the countryside, but yet is very central to top restaurants, golf courses, wedding venues and schools. The farm runs on solar power. The space This family cottage is a large one-bedroom cottage that overlooks the fields and pastures. It can sleep 4 people (one king, one sofa bed and one single bed), in one large room). There is a full bathroom with bath and shower, and separate toilet. There is a fully equipped kitchenette with a 2 plate stove and fridge. The accommodation is simple but comfortable. This is a perfect cottage for a couple, or for a family with small children. It has a braai, as well as separate fire area for convivial evenings chatting with a drink! We also have a two bedroom cottage (Lakeview) and another one bedroom cottage (Nguni), as well as some double rooms, should you have a larger group and require more accommodation. The cottage has gas and solar power so there is no chance of inconvenience during load shedding! Newstead Farm exudes charm and elegance, and a significant history that dates back to the late 1840s. A rural smallholding, with horses, pastures and a 700-tree plum orchard, this is a small piece of heaven in a lush and indigenous valley close to some of the top golf courses, restaurants and forest walks in the country. It's country living that is so good for the soul but, unlike so many other true country escapes, doesn’t require a degree in off-road driving to access! We are close to the many wedding venues around Curry's Post and Nottingham Road. It is a working farm with cows, horses, energetic dogs, chickens and plum trees. On the hotter days enjoy a swim in the dam or a picnic on the lawns. We have a tennis court for those of you that wish to be more energetic! There are some lovely walks and excellent mountain biking routes directly from the farm. The property includes a 25 hectare indigenous forest for walking and exploring. Gowrie Golf Course and Bosch Hoek Golf Course are close by. Guest access You have the entire cottage and nearby lawns to yourself. You are also welcome to explore the farm and surrounding forest. There is bass fishing available in the two small dams on the property. There is plenty of parking near the cottage and we can accommodate a boat, caravan or trailer. Other things to note This is a working farm, so the area can sometimes be muddy and wet. There are cows and horses in the nearby paddocks. There is open water on the farm. We are in the heart of the Midlands Meander - close to Balgowan, Curry's Post and Nottingham Road. We would suggest that you have a car to get around and explore the best of the Midlands Meander. The farm runs on solar power.