Gowan Valley Guest Farm

Gowan Valley Guest Farm Gowan Valley Guest Farm is 2kms from the lovely 'Groves Venue', 2.5kms from 'Michaelhouse School'

Gowan Valley Guest Farm is owned and managed by the Bouwer family, graced by the crystal clean Mpofana river and blessed with the scenic beauty of the Natal Midlands. The farm is the perfect place to spend time with loved ones, take time out and relax with beautiful views surrounding us. Spend time exploring our property or visit the many stops along the Midlands Meander routes surrounding us befo

re coming back and ending off with a picnic along the river. Gowan Valley Guest farm offers two types of accomodation on the property. It has 3 properties offering 13 beautifully decorated guest double rooms, all with their own private ensuite bathrooms. Your stay includes a delicious full farmhouse breakfast, cereals, yoghurt, fruit juice, tea, coffee, to be enjoyed whilst watching the gushing Mpofana river below and Nguni cattle in the fields. Gowan Valley is also home to KZN's first AfriCamps glamping location with 5 fully equipped tents, each sleeping 5 guests in two bedrooms. Each tent also boasts their own private outdoor wood-fired hot tub making total relaxation and star-gazing a must when visiting. Here guests can self-cater or take advantage of pre-book delicious 'cook-your'own' breakfast and dinner baskets consisting the freshest ingredients for a full meal in the comfort of your tent. Gowan Valley Guest Farm is the perfect venue for small to medium sized functions. It has been chosen as a reception and wedding venue for a few small intimate weddings. We have also hosted Christmas parties, 70th birthday lunches and pre-dance functions for Michaelhouse and St Anneโ€™s parents and children.

๐ŸŒผ๐ŸŒฟ Welcome, Spring! ๐ŸŒฟ๐ŸŒผThe gardens are waking up, the days are growing longer, and the Midlands is beginning to burst int...
02/09/2026

๐ŸŒผ๐ŸŒฟ Welcome, Spring! ๐ŸŒฟ๐ŸŒผ

The gardens are waking up, the days are growing longer, and the Midlands is beginning to burst into colour once again.

Here's to sunshine, fresh blooms, buzzing bees, and all the beauty that a new season brings. We can't wait to share it with you at Gowan Valley.

โ˜€๏ธ Spring has arrived, and it's looking beautiful already.

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โœจ As winter slowly gives way to spring, there's no better time to plan a peaceful escape to the Midlands.Wake up in a be...
31/08/2026

โœจ As winter slowly gives way to spring, there's no better time to plan a peaceful escape to the Midlands.

Wake up in a beautifully appointed room, enjoy crisp country mornings, and unwind in comfort surrounded by nature's beauty. August is the perfect month to slow down, recharge, and enjoy the tranquillity of Gowan Valley.

๐Ÿ“ Book your end-of-winter getaway today.

28/08/2026

๐ŸŒฟ Forest Bathing at Gowan Valley

Have you ever noticed how different you feel after spending time in a forest?

Forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese practice that simply means immersing yourself in the atmosphere of the forest. It originated in Japan in the 1980s and encourages us to slow down, switch off and reconnect with nature through our senses.

Itโ€™s not about hiking a certain distance or reaching a destination. Itโ€™s about being present โ€” walking slowly, listening to the birds, noticing the trees, breathing in the fresh air and allowing yourself a little time away from the noise of everyday life.

And you don't need anything special to try it. ๐ŸŒฟ

At Gowan Valley Guest Farm, our forest walk is the perfect place to take a slower stroll, breathe deeply and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the Midlands. Leave your phone behind for a while, wander beneath the trees, listen to the sounds around you and simply take it all in.

Sometimes, the best kind of reset is as simple as a walk in the woods. ๐Ÿค

Come and experience a little forest bathing for yourself.

You donโ€™t need a long holiday. Just a weekend. โญ๐Ÿ‘‰A short break can change everything. ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒฑBook your next reset. www.gowan...
26/08/2026

You donโ€™t need a long holiday. Just a weekend. โญ๐Ÿ‘‰

A short break can change everything. ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒฑ

Book your next reset. www.gowanvalley.co.za

25/08/2026
24/08/2026

Where little moments become lifelong memories. ๐Ÿค

Wake up to breathtaking Midlands views, spend your days exploring nature, and end them around the fire with the people who matter most. From peaceful mornings to family adventures, AfriCamps at Gowan Valley is the perfect escape to slow down and reconnect.

Your next getaway is waiting. ๐ŸŒฟโœจ

๐Ÿ‡ Planning a weekend at the Waterwoods Grand Prix?Make a weekend of it and settle in at Gowan Valley Guest Farm. ๐ŸŒฟWith t...
20/08/2026

๐Ÿ‡ Planning a weekend at the Waterwoods Grand Prix?

Make a weekend of it and settle in at Gowan Valley Guest Farm. ๐ŸŒฟ

With the Waterwoods Grand Prix Show Jumping taking place from the 9th-13th September, itโ€™s the perfect opportunity to escape to the Midlands, enjoy a day of top-class show jumping and come home to a peaceful farm stay.

Whether youโ€™re supporting a rider, bringing the family or simply love the equestrian atmosphere, make your accommodation part of the weekend.

๐Ÿก Book your stay at Gowan Valley Guest Farm and enjoy a little Midlands getaway alongside the action.

๐Ÿ“… 11โ€“12 September
๐Ÿ“ Gowan Valley Guest Farm, Balgowan

Get in touch to book your stay! www.gowanvalley.co.za

๐ŸŒฟ Meet Scruffy, our forest tour guide!* ๐ŸพA little guest favourite, spotted on the forest walk today. Thanks to our guest...
19/08/2026

๐ŸŒฟ Meet Scruffy, our forest tour guide!* ๐Ÿพ

A little guest favourite, spotted on the forest walk today. Thanks to our guests for sharing this sweet snap with us! ๐Ÿ’š

โœจ Garden Room Comfort in the Heart of the Midlands ๐ŸŒฟSpacious, peaceful, and thoughtfully designed, our Garden Rooms offe...
17/08/2026

โœจ Garden Room Comfort in the Heart of the Midlands ๐ŸŒฟ

Spacious, peaceful, and thoughtfully designed, our Garden Rooms offer everything you need for a relaxing countryside escape. Enjoy a comfortable king-size bed, a beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom, and tranquil garden surroundings just outside your door.

Wake up to birdsong, unwind in comfort, and experience the slower pace of life at Gowan Valley Guest Farm.

๐Ÿ“ Gowan Valley Guest Farm
๐ŸŒ www.gowanvalley.co.za

๐ŸŒฟ Wake up to views like these.At AfriCamps Gowan Valley, your front-row seat to the Midlands comes with endless green hi...
14/08/2026

๐ŸŒฟ Wake up to views like these.

At AfriCamps Gowan Valley, your front-row seat to the Midlands comes with endless green hills, fresh country air, and the kind of peace that's hard to find anywhere else.

Slow mornings, breathtaking scenery, and quality time with the people who matter most โ€” that's what a getaway should feel like.

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๐ŸŒ www.gowanvalley.co.za

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