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Fountain Baths Guest House

 
 

Description

Nestled at the foot of the breathtaking Mkonjwa Mountain Range in the quaint mining town of Barberton, you’ll find Fountain Baths Guesthouse. Built in 1884 as a bathhouse for gold diggers in the area, it boasts the oldest swimming pool in the old Transvaal. Today, Fountain Baths still revives the senses as a welcome retreat for travellers exploring this history-rich part of South Africa. Fountain Baths is perfectly situated within walking distance from town. Its garden extends to the very foot of the mountain. Majestic trees and lush vegetation make this a birder’s paradise. Vervet and samango monkeys, baboons and giant bush babies are regular visitors to this garden. Part of the oldest rock formation in the world can be found on Fountain Baths’ premises. And for the enquiring and energetic, there are mine tours, gold panning, a heritage walk, quad bike drives into the mountains, horse riding, guided tours for birders, hiking, 4x4 trips and good restaurants. Accommodation is B&B or Self catering with bathrooms en suite. Rooms have been decorated for style and comfort and they all have their own entrances into the garden.


Check-In  02:00 PM   Check-Out 11:00 AM

Price & Availability

ON REQUEST
Thursday 11th September
  • Per Person Sharing:
  • R450
  • Per Person:
  • R600
  • Per Unit:
  • R1350
  • Minimum Stay:
  • 2 Nights
 
Check-in
11 February 2012
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RoomX 4
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Double bed with bathroon en-suite
 
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* Please note that these rates are a guide and are subject to change. Please confirm availability by requesting a quote.

Room x 4

Includes: Self-catering

Double bed with bathroon en-suite

Features available

Self Catering x 4

Includes: Self-catering

Self catering Units

Features available

Facilities

Facilities and Services

  • Fax
  • Internet Access
  • Wheelchair Enabled
  • Garden
  • Braai / Barbecue
  • Bar on the Premises
  • Swimming Pool
  • Off Street Parking
  • Jacuzzi
  • Communal Satellite TV
 

Dining

  • Breakfast Served
 

Facilities in Rooms/Units

  • Television in Rooms
  • No Smoking in Rooms
  • Fan in Rooms
  • Tea and Coffee in Rooms
  • Bar Fridges in Rooms
 

Environment

  • Mountain
  • Countryside
  • Suburbs
  • Forest
  • National Park
  • Lagoon
 

Activities Nearby

  • Bird Watching
  • Gliding - Traditional
  • Hang Gliding
  • Horse Riding
  • Paragliding
  • Walking
  • Hiking / Backpacking
 

Conference

  • Whiteboard Available
 

Memberships and Legal

  • National Accommodation Association of SA
 

Grading

  • 3 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
 

Fountain Baths Guest House Map

Nearby Places

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

In and Around

Nearby Locations
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Restaurants
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Customer Reviews

Reviews 5 of 11
Thanks
Jopie Basson, South Africa
05 August 2011
Thanks. Very nice.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Renate Knott, South Africa
24 December 2010
We found the setting tranquil and interesting. Sue, one of the owners, gave hands on service, excellent breakfasts and was able to direct us to places of interest that were not museums. The nightly chorus of tree frogs delighted us and captured the atmosphere of "old mining days".
Very good
Anonymous, South Africa
23 November 2008
Clean and friendly
Lovely place
Charlie Baker, United Kingdom
21 February 2008
We stayed for 2 nights in this lovely place which oozes character - the accommodation was very clean and tidy, and the 6 foot long bath was great!
Worth a return visit
Gawie, South Africa
13 August 2007
Situated within walking distance of Historical Old Town and also adjacent to the mountain. Heard night jars, bush babies, and owls. However, did not see porcupine!

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Jopie Basson, South Africa - 05 August 2011

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay…”  Read More

Renate Knott, South Africa - 24 December 2010
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