The Farm House is one of the older buildings still standing in Hoedspruit and was the original homestead for the Happyland farm which was sold and became the well known Zandspruit Aero Estate we know today.
The farm was historically a cattle farm and some generations of farmers tried their hand at farming grain and rice. The farm was also used for hunting where the old farmers used to hunt lion that raided the old cattle kraals.
The old Farm House was a derelict building for many years and was acquired by Jake and Antonia Hoddinott. They have tried to restore grandeur to the old homestead with its quaint and simple charm. The development embodies everything that is good and wholesome about countryside living coupled with modern amenities.
The produce for the shops and eatery have been sourced from farms and farming communities bringing the best natural, hand-crafted, tasty, healthy and delicious goodies for all to enjoy. One will be able to order supplies, have a meal, pick up a ready-made meal for later, grab a special bottle of wine, shop for your fresh farm supplies or just arrive and find a sunny spot to have a drink and relax or find a secluded refuge to get some uninterrupted work done.
There are several businesses that have taken the opportunity to make up the community, all sharing the same ethos, and about to enjoy an African farming community inspired way of living, working and trading.
The Farm House Eatery is a place to come and enjoy a delicious and healthy bite to eat. Build your own meal, breakfast accompanied by a healthy smoothie or fresh fruit juice, a sandwich or wrap with only your favorite ingredients, a homely hot meal of the day or a special dietary request such as gluten-free, banting or vegetarian. You could also pick up a ready-made meal to take home and heat and eat later.
Antonia is an internationally trained plant-based chef so the vegan and vegetarian options are world-class. The dessert offerings are not only delicious but also good for you!
TheSun Bar on the café patio is idyllic to say the least. Sunsets on farms are like no other. One can enjoy a unique cocktail, fine wine by the glass or a classic beer on tap in big farm glasses.
For special celebrations you can hire the bar area or you can have a private function in one of our pods
The Farm Shoppe has all your basic farm supplies such as vegetables, milk, eggs, butter, fresh breads and artisanal meats. Only ethically sourced, farming community ingredients are used and offered.
Also available are prepared varieties of platters and finger foods for kids parties, work functions, birthdays, memorials and weddings. Menus can be tailored to suit each customer.
One can also order supplies! Bulk and wholesale orders are put together every Monday (so orders need to be received before 9am on a Monday) for collection at a time that is convenient for you later that week. A provisions list is sent to you and you select what you need. It gets packed and will be ready and waiting for you when you come to town or alternatively these can be delivered at an additional charge.
The Farm House is an exceptional venue for celebrating special occasions, for both children and adults. With the Eatery, Shoppe and Bar (not open on weekends) you can have an exclusive use, which makes it suitable for weddings and corporate retreats. There are flexible catering and bar service options or one can hire the venue for ones own use and bring in ones own catering.
Like a farm where seeds are planted and crops later harvested, The Farm House is a place for small businesses to set down roots and grow. There is an exciting co-office concept called The Work Shop for small businesses to have an affordable, comfortable, homely yet professional base to work in. As the businesses outgrow their space and for more established businesses there will be several ‘out-buildings’ added, that will be of the same look and feel as the Farm House. The idea is to create a synergistic community.
The Kraal is an open-air function venue tucked in to the indigenous gardens of the Farm House. The boma can be hired for events and special occasions.
Opening hours will be from Monday to Friday 7AM – 7PM with Saturdays and Sundays open for special occasions and private functions only.
Come and visit at Stand 1426, Zandspruit Estate, on the R527, behind the prominent Vodacom tower on the outskirts of town next Campfire Properties.
Lets get there and enjoy the offerings. Cheers!
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