About

Welcome to De Sandsteen Guesthouse, a charming bed & breakfast nestled in the quiet town of Warden, in the heart of South Africa’s Free State. Our guesthouse was created with one goal in mind — to offer travelers a peaceful, comfortable, and memorable stay on their journey along the N3 route between Johannesburg and Durban.
Built from beautiful sandstone and lovingly restored, De Sandsteen combines the timeless charm of heritage architecture with modern comforts. Each of our four spacious en-suite suites has been thoughtfully designed with care and attention — featuring quality bedding, private bathrooms, Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, microwaves, and cozy extras like electric blankets for chilly nights.
Whether you’re traveling for business, visiting family, or simply looking for a relaxing stopover, you’ll find a warm welcome here. Guests enjoy secure parking, hearty home-style breakfasts, peaceful gardens, and solar-powered reliability — ensuring comfort even during loadshedding.
At De Sandsteen Guesthouse, we believe in genuine South African hospitality — where every guest arrives as a visitor and leaves as a friend. Our team takes pride in providing a spotless, serene environment that lets you unwind and feel at home.
Come and experience a stay where comfort meets character, and discover why De Sandsteen Guesthouse is Warden’s preferred place to rest, relax, and recharge.

Hear from our satisfied guests at De Sandsteen Guesthouse.

      EXCELLENT  
   Based on 77 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
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   Thomas Joseph 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Decent accommodations, clean room, tea, coffee, water and biscuits were provided.
  
 
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   Siphosethu Mvelase 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was a guest in room 3, the owner is very kind her service is excellent.

Thank you for a lovely stay
Sethu Mvelase
  
 
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   Daleen Schoeman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After standing in the road between Harrismith and Warden for 6 hours,because of a huge accident between 2 trucks and dangerous stuff spilled on the road(the cars and hundreds of trucks were standing still for 40km)we were desperate for a place to sleep!!
When Barbie met us at the gate,we immediately felt at home.The whole place has pallisades around it,so we felt secure and the beautiful green grass made it felt like an oasis.The room was beautiful and clean with a nice tv and wonderful hot water and we had a wonderful night's rest.
If you have to sleep over in Warden,de Sandsteen is the only place to consider!
  
 
  
  
 
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      EXCELLENT  
   Based on 29 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
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   Mauritz 
 
 
 
 9.0Verified Tranquility after stress.
☺ It was a wonderful place to rest after a bad journey on roads that are badly maintained.

☹ Nothing
  
 
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   H 
 
 
 
 5.0Verified ☺Kamer en badkamer waren oké.

☹De locatie. Wegen erg slecht en we voelden ons niet echt veilig in deze plaats.
  
 
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   Lucian 
 
 
 
 9.0Verified Good pit stop
☺ Comfortable beds, electric blankets, nice host.

☹ Slightly overpriced for what you get
  
 
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   Marie 
 
 
 
 10Verified Exceptional
  
 
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   Kotze 
 
 
 
 9.0Verified Wonderful
  
 
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   Fienie 
 
 
 
 7.0Verified Good
☹ The beds need to be changed
  
 
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   Laura 
 
 
 
 10Verified Perfect overnight stay
☺ Very clean 
For us it was the perfect stop between sentinel peak hike in drakensberge and Kruger national Park

☹ -
  
 
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   Niamh 
 
 
 
 10Verified First stop in South Africa. Great experience
☺ Very safe. Friendly welcome. Lovely evening meal . Very good breakfast.
  
 
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   Maryna 
 
 
 
 10Verified Best cosy and warmth little guest house
☺ It was so cosy. I loved it from the moment I walked in. The friendliest host, she made us feel right at home, and cooked us the best dinner for a very cold snowy day. Will definitely tell all my family and friends about this little guest house in Warden. Great overnight facilities

☹ NA
  
 
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   Carl 
 
 
 
 7.0Verified Good
☺ Very neat and well presented.
Had a lovely  supper.

☹ The location. Unfortunately, the Town of Warden is in a bad state, like most small towns in SA. We weren't able to go into town. No outside places to visit.
  
 
  
  
 
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