A short History on Blanco

Blanco was originally owned by George Whitehead, who was born on 20 Nov 1822.

He married Catherina Margarietha on 16 Sep 1840.

They had two children, Martha Louisa, born on 8 Dec 1850 and Mary, born on 10 Dec 1854.

This is where the two predominant flat-topped mountains, Mary & Martha, get their names from.

 

To read the story behind our heritage and soul…

Blanco Vision

To provide country-style hospitality

at its very best!

Blanco Mission

To create an environment where guests can relax, unwind, have fun, feel free, recharge and hence rejuvenate themselves from the challenges of everyday life.

History, Heritage & Soul At Blanco

We’re a family-owned guest farm in the Eastern Cape that have been welcoming guests for nearly 100 Years. Nestled at the foot of the magnificent Winterberg Mountains, we combine authentic country hospitality, comfortable rustic accommodation & the natural beauty of a private nature reserve to create the perfect family getaway.

Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventure or a peaceful escape from city life, the farm offers a place to relax, reconnect & make lasting memories. Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities, incl. horse riding, hiking, game viewing, birdwatching, mountain biking, tennis, squash & golf, while children can delight in tractor-cart rides, farm animals, playgrounds & dedicated games rooms.

Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, hearty meals, and warm companionship, our Blanco is a place where generations of families return year after year to unwind, rekindle friendships & experience the simple joys of country living.

A customer is the most important visitor on our premises. He is not dependent on us. We are dependent on him. He is not an interruption in our work. He is the purpose of it. He is not an outsider in our business. He is part of it. We are not doing him a favor by serving him. He is doing us a favor by giving us an opportunity to do so

~Mahatma Ghandi