At Francine’s Farmhouse and Venue, we’re your hosts for every occasion! Whether it’s corporate events, private gatherings, or weddings, we cater to them all.
Welcome To Francine's Farmhouse & Venue
The farm with oodles of charm
The Farm was established in the 60’s as a cattle and tomato farm.
When we purchased it in 2003, it was planted with beans, and later citrus.
In the early 2000’s it was decided to share the beauty and ambience of the farm by adding an events’ venue and opening accommodation.
In 2018, the Farmhouse was opened after being renovated to offer comfortable, modern accommodation for travellers looking for a convenient place to stay to easily access the various attractions in the area.
The Chapel was converted in 2015 and fitted with beautiful decorative chapel windows, and the floors were upgraded. It was envisioned to be a place where happy people will meet and congregate.
The ambience of the old shed, and the way it inspired the easy relaxed gathering of friends and family inspired us to start the venue. From there the venue grew organically. Pillars were added, along with a roof over the previous old tobacco oven ruins in front of the shed to house the bar, seating area and the restrooms.
The farm is an operational citrus farm, established in 2003.
It is planted under citrus and watered by irrigation from the Blyde dam.
It takes fruit 4 years to reach export level growth and ideally 6 years to be producing a good quantity.
75% of the fruit is alotted for the export market and the remaining 25% is used by factories for the juice market domestically.
Accommodation | Wedding Venue | Farm Stay
Whether you are looking for an intimate venue for your destination wedding, want to relax in comfortable accommodation, or wish to experience a farm stay on a citrus farm, Francine’s Farmhouse & Venue, near Hoedspruit, is perfectly positioned to provide exactly what you want.
A fresh farmhouse quiche can be enjoyed on your porch or under the trees with the fresh mountain air and views.
Alternatively, you can order heat-and-eat meals from our small restaurant, attached to the farmhouse.
Leave feeling enriched
The rows of citrus trees that surround the farmhouse make for wonderful, safe walks. Francine’s Farmhouse boasts a lovely oasis garden, with various trees, our favourite being the Mahogany for its shade, a peaceful place to sit and watch or listen to the diverse Lowveld birdlife.
Farm venue for a comfortable stay
Francine’s Farmhouse was established in 2018 and strives to offer an excellent, yet affordable, farm stay experience.
The Farmhouse sleeps 18 comfortably in 9 farm style rooms.
The amenities are fresh and restful, ensuring your needs are met while having the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed farm venue atmosphere.
Our rates are very affordable, and we pride ourselves on outstanding personal service and quality of food.
What we offer
*Queen size beds
*En-suite bathroom with shower only
*Bathroom amenities
*Towels and linen
*Air-conditioning
*Bar fridge (not stocked)
*Tea and coffee station
*Outside seating area.
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Your dream wedding imagined in the Bush
We offer a one-stop event and wedding experience, catering from intimate functions up to 150 people for large celebrations.
An old tobacco store dating from the last century has been masterfully transformed into a charming entertainment facility.
It has grown organically with pillars being added and a roof over the previous old tobacco oven ruins in front of the shed to house the bar, seating area and the restrooms.
This space has been influenced by how relaxed family and friends feel when spending time here.
The ambience exudes comfort and relaxation in a very special farm-style atmosphere.
All this is nestled between the most beautiful citrus orchards and majestic Drakensberg mountains as its backdrop, we offer you an ideal place for the most memorable photos.
What we offer
*We offer a range of packages for wedding parties:
*Chapel & Venue hire. All-inclusive three-course meal.
*All décor items in stock (list on request).
*Waiters (one for every 20 guests) and bar staff (one per 40 guests) up to 80 guests. (Additional staff required for more than 80 guests will be charged).
*Well stocked indoor cash bar with card facilities.
*Francine’s accommodation must be taken for two nights with the above packages (one room is complimentary for two nights).
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Experiences
Francine’s Farmhouse & Venue is the perfect destination to use as your base to explore the Greater Kruger area and the famous Panorama Route.
From exceptional game viewing to exploring some of the most beautiful wilderness areas in South Africa, the Hoedspruit area truly offers a traveller a wealth of options to discover.
Moholoholo
This unique Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre is home to many of South Africa’s abandoned, injured and poisoned wildlife, and is extremely proud of its efforts in wildlife education in the country.
They are often faced with the difficult decision of what to do with an injured or poisoned animal that will not be able to be released back into the wild. As a result, they have a number of “permanent residents” at the centre and at their own cost, and they use them as “ambassadors” for their respective species.
A tour to Moholoholo is an immersive experience and will leave you with everlasting memories.
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Kruger Day Trips
Do a guided day tour or drive yourself into the famed 20,000 square km Kruger National Park. It is home to the BIG 5 as well as a multitude of plains game, birdlife and various types of fauna and flora unique to the Lowveld. There are various camps and picnic spots within the park to stretch your legs, and a network of roads to ensure you have an authentic wildlife adventure.
The Kruger Park’s Orpen Gate is a short 45-minute drive from Francine’s Farmhouse & Venue.
This is a must on everyone’s bucket list!
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Swadini Hiking and Guided Walks
There are 3 short trails starting and ending at Swadini A Forever Resort. These trails have a pay point at the office, which will provide you with a map of the marked trails.
Vervet Trail: 1km
Kudu Trail: 1.4km
Bushpig Trail: 2.2km
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Blyde Boat Cruise
Join us for a Blyde dam boat trip, an interpretation tour by a tour guide that will take you to the rare living Kadishi Tufa waterfall and the Three Rondawels. An abundance of wildlife will keep you distracted while learning more about the natural history of the Blyde Canyon.
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