Fairview Historic Homestead

Am I the only one who appears to be spending an excessive amount of time hiding posts that I find horrifying?

We had an amazing open day, non - withstanding the rain. People came with their umbrellas and raincoats! We only sold 13 tickets less than last year, which was amazing as we always thought a rainy day would put off the garden enthusiasts from coming. Not so at all! The talk on dahlias was so informative. We hope to repeat it next year.

It's a beautiful day. The gates to our garden will open at 9am TODAY ONLY. R70 (cash) in aid of BADISA. Schoolgoing children free.

Desmond babysitting his newest little garden-helper! Terwyl Oupa op die krukkelys is, span ons hom in om vir Micah op te pas😃

MUT fever in George this weekend. What a beautiful town I get to call home

Ancient rhythms awaken the mountains as the 100-Mile warriors answer the call of the Outeniqua Peaks, beginning their journey into the impossible. This is where courage becomes legend - welcome to the MUT By UTMB #MUTbyUTMB #MUTLife

A large number of chameleons have been spotted in the garden lately.

It is Worldbook Day. Background story to this delightful picture. It is AI generated from a photo of 2 of our grandchildren. Reading their books in the late afternoon sun. Go to the Naledi Website. Buy Guesthouse Life for yourself and browse around and buy your grandchildren a children's book. And as a newly published writer I would like to thank Naledi for giving first timers a chance. Naagardenroute Guesthouse Life - behind the green door

Guesthouse Life is more than a memoir—it’s a journey through hospitality, heritage, and the hard-won wisdom of a life poured into people and place.

From restoring Fairview to growing roses and serving guests with grace (and grit), Philda Benkenstein tells it all—with honesty, humour and a whole lot of heart.

Perfect for lovers of country living, stories with soul, and anyone who’s ever wondered what it really takes to create a haven.

Order your copy today and step into the stories behind the scenes.

Blessing a friend with 2 little Fairview garden posies

Haven't seen one of these babies for a while!