Goodland Fountain (‘The Main Camp’)
Goodland Fountain, the main camp venue on Goodland Estate, offers group accommodation for 50 to 180 guests, with a variety of room types to suit different needs.
The venue, developed from the old farmstead, includes the historic Casa Melissa farmhouse and converted surrounding structures. Room layouts are as follows:
Room 1 and Room 2: Dormitories with 14 bunk beds each.
Room 3: Subdivided into three sections: a left back room with 1 bunk and 2 single beds, a right back room with 3 single beds, and a front room with 10 bunk beds.
Room 4: Also subdivided into three sections: a left back room with 3 single beds, a right back room with 3 single beds, and a front room with 8 bunk beds.
Room 5A, Room 5B, and Room 6: En-suite rooms, each with 5 single beds.
Room 7: A dormitory with 32 bunk beds.
Room 8: A breakaway room with 8 single beds.
Room 9A: Dormitory with 12 bunk beds.
Room 9B: En-suite dormitory with 14 bunk beds.
Room 10A: Breakaway room.
Room 10B: Dormitory with 8 bunk beds.
The Casa Melissa farmhouse provides additional options:
Rooms 1, 2, and 5: En-suite rooms with 2 single beds each.
Rooms 3 and 7: Each with 2 single beds.
Rooms 4 and 8: Breakaway rooms.
These accommodations are complemented by versatile spaces for activities, including the original shed, a large hall, and ample outdoor facilities. This unique facility is perfect for group camps such as youth retreats, adventure training, team-building events, and church gatherings.
The camp offers a versatile range of amenities, including a large multi-function hall accommodating up to 200 people, a veranda dining area for 50 guests, and vast, well-maintained lawns ideal for games and activities.
Additional features include swimming pools, a boma for campfires, a barn for indoor activities, and scenic trails for hiking, birding, and wildlife observation within the estate's 270 hectares of bushveld.
Primarily a self-catering venue, the kitchen is fully equipped with essentials such as large pots, utensils, a gas stove, an electric frying pan, and ample storage facilities. However, guests may also appoint a private caterer, with Elize (072 126 1997) available in the area to meet catering needs.
Rates for 2024–2025 include indoor accommodation at R220 per person per night, outdoor camping at R150 per person per night, and day visitor access for R100 per person, with children under six staying free.
A minimum booking of R22,000 (50 people for two nights) is required, with discounts available for extended stays, larger groups, or bookings during the low season. Goodland Fountain offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and practical amenities for an unforgettable group retreat.
