@ The Whales
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On LekkeSlaap 9 years
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Josias V - Oct 2023
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Baie lekker.
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Very nice.
Just please the bathroom so that an adult can use it comfortably. Remove the bathtub and rearrange the bathroom.
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Odele D - Oct 2023
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Die plek is skoon en gesellig.
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The place is clean and cozy.
My family enjoyed it.
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Jaco S - Mar 2023
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Alhoewel die huisie klein is, het dit aan al ons vereistes voldoen. Naby strandgebied. Rustige omgewing - buite spitsseisoen.
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Although the cottage is small, it met all our requirements. Near beach area. Quiet environment - off peak season.
We could relax indoors and outdoors.
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Mogamad Yaasien G - Feb 2024
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Too short wonderful place. Friendly people.
Bennie E - Jul 2024
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Was lekker rustig.
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Was nice and quiet.
Place was very nice.
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Anmari D - Jan 2024
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Overpriced, needs attention.
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Overpriced, needs attention.
The house was very tired for us and very old furniture in it. For the price we paid compared to other places in the area we expected a little more. Refrigerator door did not work. Bathroom was not clean, and the floor is also loose in the shower. No towels, no salt or pepper, or even a little coffee in the cottage. Very small for 5 people. The piece of grass in front of the house is also very neglected.
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Rayana G - Feb 2023
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Pleasant and relaxing.
Jasmina J - Feb 2023
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Awesome and very cosy.
@ The Whales 's response
Hi Jasmina
Thank you for your positive feedback.
We strive to give our visitors value for money and a relaxing experience.
Thank you for being perfect guests. See you soon.
Danie V - Jan 2023
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Ons het heerlik gebly.
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We had a wonderful stay.
In the photos, the place looks bigger than it really is. The kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms are very small, especially for 5 people.
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Hi Danie, baie dankie vir jou terugvoering. Ons is baie bly jy het lekker gekuier.
Johann G - Mar 2023
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Gemaklik en naby see. Baie aangenaam.
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Comfortable and close to the sea. Very pleasant.
A nice relaxing time with the sea within walking distance. Kids really enjoyed it and good price.
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Delona L - Oct 2023
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Was 'n awesome naweek.
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Was an awesome weekend.
A bit cold, but inside braai made the place nice and warm. Place was awesome. Had a good time and slept well.
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Chris M - Apr 2023
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Peaceful.
Liezel G - Dec 2023
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Voldoen aan behoeftes.
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Meet needs.
The location of the cottage is very good, real camp feeling in Duinepark but with the comfort of a cottage. The house is very basic and we didn't expect more. Met our needs.
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Madeleine V - Dec 2022
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Een woord: awesome!
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One word: awesome!
Everything is just perfect!
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Baie dankie vir jou terugvoering. Kom kuier asb gou weer.
Tania M - Nov 2022
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Relaxing and peaceful.
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Dankie Tania. Ek is bly julle het dit geniet. Kom kuier asb gou weer.
Lincoln C - Apr 2022
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Wonderlik veilig lekker.
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Wonderfully safe and delicious.
It was wonderfully child friendly, very peaceful and enjoyed the tranquility so much.
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Hi Lincoln
Ons is baie bly jy het dit geniet!Ons stem dat dit n fees vir kinders is in Duinepark.
Hoop om jou gougou weer te sien!
Groete
Daphne E - Apr 2022
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Asemrowend!
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Breathtaking!
We really enjoyed our visit. It is nicely furnished and very close to the sea.
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Dankie Daphne, ons is bly jy het dit geniet! Sien jou gou weer!
Groete
Goolam E - Mar 2022
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Had a great time.
@ The Whales 's response
Thank you so much for your feedback.
We hope you got some big fish.
See you soon!
Fabian C - Dec 2022
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Good clean house with excellent service from the cleaning staff.
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Baie dankie Fabian. Kliente diens is vir ons baie belangrik. Kom kuier asb gou weer.
Jolene E - Aug 2022
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Kuier op jou gemak.
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Visit at your leisure.
Just a little dissatisfied with our arrival, we had to search for the contact person for about 45 minutes, until we came across the cleaning lady in the area, because we were not informed or approached regarding the key and could not find anyone who was referred as a person in don't get your hands on it.
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@ The Whales 's response
Hi Jolene,
Vreeslik jammer dat die boodskap nie by jou uitgekom het.
Ons is baie bly dat jul die naweek verder geniet het en so tevrede wat met die verblyf!
Mooi bly.
@the Whales
Anonymous Guest - Feb 2022
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On average, expected a cleaner house.
Fully rested. House was dirty. The kitchen was sticky with dirt, everything had to be washed first. There are cobwebs everywhere. It would appear that cleaners do not clean the house properly.
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Tinnie S - Nov 2021
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Net baie, baie lekker!
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Just very, very nice!
The right place for 2 to 4 people.
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Hi Tienie.
Ons is so bly julle het julle kuier in Witsand geniet.
Hoop om julle gou weer te sien.
Groete
Fabian Jade A - Nov 2021
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Great accommodation and facilities, very cosy.
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Dankie Fabian.
Ons is baie bly dat jul lekker gekuier het.
Ons hoop om jul gou weer te sien.
Groete
Ivan E - Apr 2021
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Great place.
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Hi Alan,
We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
See you soon.
Regards
Annelize L - Mar 2021
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Ons het baie lekker gebly.
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We had a very nice stay.
The apartment is very well equipped, neat and clean.
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Ons is baie bly julle het so lekker gebly.
Hoop om jul gou weer te sien.
Groete
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Vernol K - Aug 2021
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Fantasmagories.
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Hi Vernol,
Ons is bly dat julle die rukkie by ons geniet het.
Sien julle gou weer.
Groete
Jeslin S - May 2021
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Sal beslis aanbeveel.
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Would definitely recommend.
Had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Will definitely visit again in the future.
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Hi Jeslin,
Ons is baie bly dat julle dit so baie geniet het.
Sien julle een van die dae weer.
Alten W - Mar 2021
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Perfek vir rustige naweek weg.
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Perfect for a relaxing weekend away.
Nice close to the sea for fishing. All basic amenities are there, we lacked nothing.
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Hi Alten
Ons is baie bly dat jy dit geniet het by @ The Whales.
Sien jou binnekort weer.
Groete
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Cecily I - Mar 2021
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Fantasties. Sal definitief weer gaan.
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Fantastic. Will definitely go again.
The cottage is by the sea and so convenient for walking purposes. The village is very small with little to do, but if you need tranquility, as well as everything in the house, then @ The Whales is the place.
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Ons is bly julle het so lekker gekuier!
Ons sien uit om julle weer te verwelkom!
Christine S - Oct 2021
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Dit was lekker.
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It was nice.
We have a 2 year old boy, and had to keep the sliding door closed all the time to keep him out of the way. A railing with a gate on the porch would definitely have helped, so we could keep the sliding door open. Maybe also just a cherry in the cupboard for unexpected load shedding. The radio doesn't work, aerial is off, and the CD player only plays the first song halfway through, then stops. Maybe they can also set up a small table next to the braai on the grill for when you pack meat and spices. There is also no breadboard. The barbecue has a hole in it, so the sauce from the meat runs out. Hope the tips help.
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Hi Christene.
Baie dankie vir jou terugvoering.
Ons is vreeslik dankbaar as ons gaste ons laat weet waar ons kan verbeter.
Ons sal so gou moontlik verbeteringe aanbring om ons gatse se tyd by ons meer gerieflik te maak.
Mooi Bly
Addinal L - Mar 2021
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Dit was baie aangenaam. Die huis is oulik, maar dieie badkamer 'n bietjie klein asook die kombuis vir 'n gesin van 5.
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It was very pleasant. The house is cute, but the bathroom a bit small as well as the kitchen for a family of 5.
Nevertheless, we would like to use Witsand's accommodation again, if we can find a bigger house for a group of 6 - 8. Witsand is also a pleasant place for holidays, breaks for relaxation and stress relief. The people are also very friendly and helpful. Will definitely recommend it to others.
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Hi Addinal, baie dankie vir jou terugvoering! Ons stem saam dat Witsand verseker 'n baie lekker plek is vir ontspanning! Mooi bly! Groete, @ The Whales.
Janine B - Jul 2021
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Baie lekker!
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Very nice!
Very nice visit.
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Angelique H - May 2021
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Okay.
Read moreJan F - Jan 2020
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Fantasties.
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Fantastic.
Value for money, quiet and perfect for family.
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Denise R - Nov 2020
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Rustig.
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Restful.
Neat and safe environment.
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Jackie M - Dec 2020
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I was very disappointed. The place is not well kept and not clean, the linen was disgusting.
Danielle W - Jul 2019
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Dit was heerlik!
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It was lovely!
Stayed great! Clean and neat accommodation with a braai area, within walking distance to the beach. The hostess and host are very hospitable. Will definitely go back!
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Baie dankie. Ons is bly julle het lekker gekuier.
Sien julle weer.
Rachida O - Mar 2019
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Fantasties.
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Fantastic.
It was very lovely. It is also neat and very peaceful. I will return at anytime.
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Heinrich S - Aug 2019
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Enige tyd weer.
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Anytime.
Very peaceful and lovely.
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Bly jul het dit geniet. Sien julle hopelik gou weer.
Peter B - Jan 2019
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Pragtige, veilige bekostigbare verblyf.
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Beautiful, safe, affordable accommodation.
Spacious living area. Comfortable indoor braai. Very safe.
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Elize K - Dec 2019
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Huisie is kleiner as op foto's. Geen buite-area soos op foto's nie.
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Cottage is smaller than in photos. No outdoor area as in photos.
The cottage is very small. Bedrooms just big enough for a bed, bathroom also very small. Living area is reasonable. No outdoor area as shown in photos - it looks like a house has recently been built on the grassy area where you could braai. You only have a small patio with parking parallel to the house. The location is good, walking distance from the sea. We left one day earlier because we were not 100% comfortable in the house. I suggest the owners only update the photos to avoid disappointment.
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Anru D - Dec 2018
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Bitter lekker.
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Bitterly delicious.
This is a place I will go to again for sure. Very neat and beautiful.
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Jan S - Apr 2018
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Ons eerste keer op Witsand. Ongelooflike mooi plekkie.
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Our first time on Witsand. Incredibly beautiful place.
@ The Whales is a perfect cottage by the sea. Neatly clean and just nice walking distance from the sea. We really enjoyed it and will definitely visit again. Beautiful white beach and nice fishing spots. Would highly recommend for any families. Very safe environment.
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Witsand is 'n juweel plekkie. Bly jul het dit geniet. Sien uit daarna om weer van jul te hoor
Marisa J - Feb 2018
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Absoluut fantasmagories.
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Absolutely phantasmagoric.
The place was really nicely furnished, everything we needed was there. Only one thing that really scared me was that suddenly a pig dog came running across the road and my son was playing outside and the dog bit our beach ball to pieces, this while the rules of the neighborhood say that dogs are not allowed and if there are dogs they must be leashed. Other than that, everything was fantastic and with the house itself I have no complaints! Thank you very much Whales.
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Ek is bly jul het dit geniet.
Daar is altyd mense wat nie gehoor gee aan die reels nie en dan gebeur sulke insidente. Hopelik sal dit nie weer gebeur nie.
Daar is permanente inwoners wat gewoonlik kyk dat inwoners reels volg.
Sien jul binnekort weer.
Groete,
Anneliese
Angelina V - Oct 2018
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Baie lekker.
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Very nice.
Very nice house and the children really enjoyed it.
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Johnny D - Aug 2018
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Warm, cosy stay.
Beatrice V - May 2018
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Goed maar beknop vir 5.
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Good but cramped for 5.
We had a lovely stay at The Whales but find the bedrooms and bathroom very small. There is no place to put a suitcase down, because then you literally have to climb over it. The bathroom is also particularly cramped. I would advise that only 4 people use the place, and use extra room as storage space for bags on a weekend or long weekend like us. Furthermore, the place has everything you need, and Duinepark remains a lovely location.
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Roslyn K - Jan 2018
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Rustig veral as jy wil visvang en nie geknog is aan TV nie.
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Peaceful especially if you want to fish and are not addicted to TV.
It was our wedding anniversary and we really enjoyed the tranquility, especially as both of us have a busy 2017 behind us. Coming from Kraaifontein and the Cape, the safety of Duinepark was fantastic and we really enjoyed ourselves. My husband had a great time fishing, and it was the highlight of our stay. Thank you.
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Beste Roslyn,
Ek is bly jul het dit geniet. Witsand het 'n kalmerende effek op 'n mens wat goed is vir die gemoed.
Sien jul hopelik gou weer.
Groete,
Anneliese
Wayne L - Dec 2018
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Value for money.
Graham F - Feb 2018
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Accommodation did not live up to expectations created by pictures as it was smaller than depicted and had no sea view that pictures seemed to indicate.
Elizabeth B - Apr 2017
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Dit was 'n wonderlike verblyfplekkie.
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Wonderful accommodation.
Very nice stay. Friendly and helpful staff.
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Dawie G - Feb 2017
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Teleurstellend.
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Disappointing.
Definitely not for people who fly in. The fact that towels are not provided and that you have to bring your own decoder with, makes it unacceptable for people who can't come with half of their home. Came from abroad. Don't own a decoder. Had to buy towels. There wasn't even a wine opener. Definitely won't recommend to people visiting from far. Were however very friendly received.
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Hallo Dawie
Op my welkom brief het ek genoem dat jy eie handdoeke moet bring. Daar is wel handdoeke beskikbaar indien iemand vergeet het. Jy kon net die agent wat jul ingeboek het, gevra het.
Ons sien dat die dekodeerder 'n probleem is en is tans besig om een in te sit. Jammer oor die kurktrekker - dalk het een van die vorige huurders dit geneem. As jy vir Tania gevra het, sou sy vir jou een gegee het. Ek verskaf juis haar sel nr in die brief waarin als uiteengesit is, sodat sy gekontak kan word as jy enige probleme het of iets benodig. Anders kon jy net vir my geskakel het en sou spoedig jou probleme uitgesorteer het.
Craig W - Feb 2017
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Disappointing
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Thanks for reporting problems to us. We looked into it and solved the problems to make your next stay better.
We left a note above the stove - it seems you are not the only one that is having problems understanding the stove. The button show that you use the oven with two plates or no oven and three plates.
The plug in the bathroom is disconnected and is not a danger, but we didn't realise that people might see it as a danger. We closed it properly.
A duvet with fitted sheet was provided with no top sheets. Most people don't like the top sheets, that's why we removed them, but we will bring it back again. We even installed a ceiling fan in the main bedroom and replaced the lounge suite, toaster and a few other things. I hope to see you soon again.
Corlene V - Jan 2017
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Hierdie lyk en voel soos baie goedkoop verblyf waarvoor jy duur betaal.
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This looks and feels like very cheap accommodation that you paid a lot for.
This was such a disappointment. We paid for 7 days, but only stayed over for 1. It didn't look like the photos - a huge misrepresentation. It was a dark house and very small. There is nowhere to sit, the sofa and the chair in the lounge is so hard, uncomfortable, old and gross. The door of one of the wardrobes is broken, the toaster didn't work, the kitchen utensils are old, the bedlamps don't work. The main bedroom is small and dark with a horrible bed that is extremely uncomfortable. There are plastic sheets covering the cupboards. The shower is full of mildew. This place doesn't make you feel welcome at all. A rather depressing old place filled with old furniture and kitchen utensils.
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Abey G - Jun 2016
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Absoluut die naam LekkeSlaap werd.
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Had a very nice time.
We were very impressed by the excellent professional way our accommodation was arranged. My kids entjoyed themselves and we got some rest. We are already planning our next getaway!
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Ek is bly jul het so lekker gekuier. Sien uit na jul volgende besoek.
Carmen B - Jan 2016
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Dit was baie aangenaam.
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It was very pleasant.
We really enjoyed our time, thank you very much for the great service ─ hope we can do it again in the future.
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Schalk H - Aug 2016
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'n Netjiese en gerieflike huis met al die essensiële elemente.
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A neat and comfortable house with all the essentials.
The reception, guidance and accommodation went smoothly. It was a pleasant experience.
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Ek is baie bly julle het jul kuier in Witsand geniet. Ek hoop om jul weer te sien.
Groete,
Anneliese
Chris M - Feb 2016
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Vir die geld wat jy betaal, is die verblyf aanvaarbaar.
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For the money you pay, the accommodation is acceptable.
We are a family of 4 with 1 small child and found the accommodation a bit small (we are meat eaters) for the 5 of us. Other than that the service was decent. The unit was acceptable, security is very good and we had a very nice and peaceful stay. There is no noise and no unwelcome guests: just the sound of the sea in the background.
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Spencer W - Oct 2015
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Very peaceful.
- Free cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
- Capacity: 5 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: 28 Duinepark, Witsand, 6666, Western Cape
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