Family getaways can be stressful to plan as there are many people to consider, with all sorts of differing ideas of what the holiday should be like. If you’re travelling with children these holidays, make sure they are catered for by staying at one of these child friendly accommodations in Gauteng:

1. Flintstones Guesthouse

Flintstones Guesthouse is a lovely establishment in Fourways, Johannesburg, offering 17 double bedrooms. With a pet friendly room, you can even bring along your furry companion (subject to confirmation and size of the dog). What’s more, one child under 11 years can stay free sharing with the parents, while a second child will only be charged R150 for an extra bed. Cots and teen beds are available if needed. Relax around the swimming pool, light a fire at the braai area, play with the little ones on the lawn, and enjoy a drink at the bar after the kids are in bed. Babysitting services are available on request. Find out more.

2. Golden Candle B&B

Golden Candle B&B is located in a quiet suburb in Honeydew. With a warm home away from home atmosphere, Golden Candle offers both B&B and self-catering rooms, with space for 2 – 4 guests. There is plenty of opportunity for family fun with a swimming pool, braai area, billiard table, and a children’s play park consisting of a jungle gym, swing ball set, as well as volleyball and basketball nets. Find out more.

3. Stoneybrooke Farm

Stoneybrooke Farm is a lovely self-catering cottage situated on a 220 hectare working farm in Pretoria East, complete with cows, geese, chickens, ducks, and sheep! The fully equipped 2-bedroom cottage has en-suite bathrooms, a kitchen, and an open plan lounge/dining room. Enjoy bonding around the braai area, swimming in the 18m pool, or picnicking along the nearby Pienaar’s river. Bring along your pets, bikes, quads, and walking shoes for a weekend away! Babysitting services are available by arrangement. Find out more.

4. Anja’s Place

Anja’s Place is a lovely self-catering place in Montana Tuine for a family of 4 to 5 people. With 2 bedrooms, a lounge, kitchen, full bathroom, and private balcony, you can enjoy some time away with all of the comforts of home. There is a garden, braai area, swimming pool, lapa, and tuck shop available on-site, as well as a cricket pitch and jungle gym for the kids. Find out more.

5. Thabametsi Farm

Thabametsi Farm is a sleepy self-catering getaway in the heart of the Magaliesburg. Nestled between 2 koppies on a 132 hectare farm, it promises plenty of fun for the family with wide open space for the kids and wandering farm animals. Rope the family in for some quality time with activities like cycling, canoeing, fishing, swimming, or ball games. There is a jungle gym, obstacle course, cycling trail, games room, and maze, as well as pony rides and tractor rides available for the kids. Babysitting services are available. Find out more.

When are you planning your next family holiday in Gauteng?