This B&B in the heart of the Addo Valley offers romantic accommodations on a working citrus farm. The surrounding garden has a swimming pool, and all rooms come with free WiFi.
The rooms at Happy Lands are decorated with natural and white wood, mosquito nets and soft fabrics. Each offers a private bathroom with a shower.
Breakfast is an optional extra served on the veranda overlooking our lush garden and tropical shrubbery.
Happy Lands Farmstay can arrange full-day safaris, with a lunch time barbecue included, to the Addo Elephant Park. For the adventurous, Adrenalin Addo Zipline is a 5-minute walk away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
“Fabulous location, clean and beautifully appointed rooms, friendly and helpful staff. The playground was also fantastic. Rooms were spacious. Breakfast was excellent and a good value for money. A fabulous place to stay for the whole family!”
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Taylarist
South Africa
“The farm was beautiful! The facilities were amazing. We were very comfortable. Just make sure your car can deal with gravel roads, and you will have a lovely time.”
Stuart
South Africa
“Great place to stay with friendly and helpful hosts. 3 lovely dogs aswell”
Martin
United States
“We had an awesome stay, Nita and Mike were wonderful hosts. We would definitely stay again.”
Margot
United States
“We Enjoyed the Beautiful gardens, hosts and pets. They provided an Excellent breakfast as well with nice fresh fruit. All in such a tranquil setting.”
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Caryn
South Africa
“peaceful, beautiful setting and the cottages are fully equipped.”
Katherine
South Africa
“The rooms were absolutely exceptional and had everything we could have needed and more. The hosts were lovely and we will most definitely stay longer next time at this beautiful accommodation. An absolute gem of a place.”
Bruiser42
South Africa
“The grounds were immaculate and safe .
Very kid friendly
The communal braai area was fantastic”
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Juanita
South Africa
“Beautiful environment and peaceful, lovely hosts...would gladly recommend 😊”
Kethro
South Africa
“Location was amazing. Gardens were beautiful. Our Room was clean and comfy. The kids loved the pool area. We also loved the braai area - very cute.”
Managed by Mike and Nita Tayler-Smith
Company review score: 9.7Based on 134 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Company info
We have been welcoming guests to our farm Happy lands since 2000 and love our business. Mike and I enjoy meeting all our wonderful guests and chatting to them about their holiday. We love exchanging ideas and offering tips on what to do in our area! We are a family run business and enjoy sharing our property with everyone.
Property info
Being an owner-run B&B, Happy lands offers our guests a warm and welcoming vibe! We are a relaxed and family friendly place where our first priority is making everyone feel welcome and at home! Our large and fully equipped rooms offer complete privacy and seclusion. The large and lush garden has an enclosed swimming pool around which the guests can relax on sun loungers under the shady trees. The jungle gym with a trampoline for the kiddies as well as scooter bikes will keep the little ones occupied for hours!
Neighborhood info
Happy lands is a 20 minute drive from the main gate of the Addo Elephant Park. Situated on a working citrus farm , we encourage our guests to take a stroll through the citrus orchards and enjoy the country air. Adrenalin Addo Zipline is on our doorstep where guests can experience a never-to-be -forgotten ride down the longest double zipline in Africa. Go canoeing on the Sundays River or try out the Giant Swing - all to be experienced at Adrenalin Addo. Daily game drives to the Addo Elephant park are offered from Happy Lands where guests can enjoy game-viewing from the comfort of a high clearance safari vehicle. A swimming pool (enclosed) as well as a jungle gym in the garden is there for the kids' enjoyment.
Languages Spoken
Afrikaans,English
Area info
House rules
Happy Lands Farmstay takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
7 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 150 per child, per night
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
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United States“Fabulous location, clean and beautifully appointed rooms, friendly and helpful staff. The playground was also fantastic. Rooms were spacious. Breakfast was excellent and a good value for money. A fabulous place to stay for the whole family!”
South Africa“The farm was beautiful! The facilities were amazing. We were very comfortable. Just make sure your car can deal with gravel roads, and you will have a lovely time.”
Bruiser42
