Meerust Guest House

The History

The farm Terenure, was situated on Portion 205 of the original farm Zuurfontein.   The farm Terenure belonged to Mr Johannes Nicholas Stegman.  After the township establishment and subdivision of the farmland, Erf 1 and 2 was given to his son, Tjokkie Stegman as a present.  The Cape Dutch House was built in 1973. 

Tjokkie and his wife, Isabelle established the beautiful garden.  Amongst the vegetation and trees are Oak trees and a Cork Oak tree (Quercus suber) including very old Palm trees.   The garden housed several functions and delightful outdoor high tea’s while a game of crocket was played ever so often.

Over the next couple of years, Kempton Park was developing and the Guest House industry growing.  Further Subdivisions followed and land auctions around the area was part of daily business.

In the early 1990’s, the ownership was changed to Mr and Mrs Fick.  Extended family responsibilities changed the dynamics of the house and it was once again reclaimed for the purpose of a private family residence.   

Mr and Mrs Fick quietly enjoyed the uniqueness of the special Cape Dutch house while raising their 2 children.  Their grandmother and Aunt that would occasionally visit from the UK, also had the pleasure of being welcomed by the majestic front door. 

Over the years, the character of the house remained iconic to the area of Terenure.  The new owners, Mr and Mrs Marais, shared a vision to re-instate the House as a Guest House. 

The owners re-design the Ground floor dining and bedroom area, to present a makeover that would be trendy, competitive and recommended to the high standards of the current Guest House industry. 

Renovation and construction started in January 2023 to Meerust Guest House, iconic Cape Duch House in Terenure.  One can only but smile today, looking at the repeating cycle it went through, from family home in 1973, to guest house in 1984, back to family home in 1991 and Guest House all over again. 

The perfect combination of new and old and re-using of materials from the old house, is put together in a delightful way.  It will evoke feelings of happiness, admiration, perseverance and dedication to be able to successfully renovate the old Meerust Guesthouse and re-open doors for guests again in 2024.   

Meerust welcome guests from near and far to walk through the beautiful front door into modern and beautiful settings but being transported back to the hospitality as recognised from the olden days.