Plan Your Stay
Family Weekends in Dullstroom
A private house for different generations
A family weekend is easier when everyone can stay together. The Trout and Butterfly is an entire private self-catering house for up to 8 adults and 2 children, with shared spaces, flexible meal times and a central Dullstroom base.
Plan one or two simple outings, leave room for rest, and enjoy the parts of the weekend that happen naturally around the table, outside or beside the fire.
A weekend that does not need overplanning
Children and adults often enjoy Dullstroom in different ways. One person may want an early walk, another may prefer a café, and younger visitors may need a quieter afternoon. A central private house gives the family a common base without forcing everyone into the same programme.
Build the day around one main activity, then keep a flexible indoor option for colder or wetter weather.
Five simple local options
One or two easy outings are usually enough for a family weekend. These five independent stops are simple to combine with unhurried time at the house.
- Visit the centre
Dullstroom Bird of Prey and Rehabilitation Centre
A conservation and education visit focused on South African birds of prey. Confirm current programme times directly before visiting.
- View horse-riding options
Dullstroom on Horseback
Guided horse-riding options for different experience levels. Ask the operator about age, height and experience requirements before booking.
- Visit Dullstroom on the Dam
Dullstroom on the Dam
A local outdoor stop at Dullstroom's town dams. Confirm current access, permits and available activities directly.
- View local activities
Poniekrantz Arts and Crafts
A characterful local shop for crafts, gifts and curios in Dullstroom.
- Visit The Clock Shop
The Clock Shop
A distinctive Dullstroom shop filled with clocks and mechanical curiosities.
These are independent third-party recommendations. The Trout and Butterfly does not own, operate, guarantee or book them. Programme times, age restrictions, access conditions and availability change — confirm directly with each venue before visiting.
A weather-proof family weekend
- Friday: Arrive, unpack and share an easy dinner.
- Saturday morning: Choose one outdoor or wildlife activity.
- Saturday afternoon: Keep time open for lunch, rest, board games or town browsing.
- Saturday evening: Braai, cook together or book a restaurant, then enjoy the fire.
- Sunday: Slow breakfast and one short final stop before departure.
This itinerary is a flexible suggestion. Confirm age restrictions, access conditions and availability directly with each venue before visiting.
The house as your base
Warm evenings at the house
Family weekends often become memorable during the simplest moments: preparing dinner together, playing a board game, sharing stories around the table or spending a cold evening beside the fireplace.
The house gives the family space to slow down after a day in the highlands.
Good to know before your family weekend
Why a private house works for families
- One booking for the entire group
- No shared spaces with unrelated guests
- Flexible breakfast, lunch and dinner times
- Kitchen and dining spaces for family meals
- Fireplace and warm indoor areas for colder weather
- Braai and outdoor space
- Central location for town-based plans
- Dogs and cats welcome by prior arrangement
Travelling with children and pets
The Trout and Butterfly accommodates a maximum of 8 adults and 2 children. The house and garden are not childproof, and adults remain responsible for supervising children throughout the stay.
Dogs and cats are welcome by prior arrangement, with no breed restrictions and no standard pet fee or deposit. Please tell Jackie or Steven the species and number of pets before booking so they can confirm suitability — see our pet-friendly stay details for the full policy.
Pet approval at the guest house does not mean that third-party venues accept pets.
Continue exploring Dullstroom
Ready to plan your family weekend?
Check current availability and complete your reservation through your preferred booking platform. Let us know in advance if you are travelling with a pet.