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Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead

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Review Summary

3.9 out of 5from 78 reviews for Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead
Cleanliness
3.7/5
Service
3.7/5
Location
4.3/5
Safety
4.2/5
Value for money
3.5/5
Dena L - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dena L
With partner

God's little piece of heaven.

To feel like you are the only people on earth is a rare experience. We stayed in Witkruis Cottage and the views all around the cottage are things you dream of. Mountains behind you, mountains in front of you and mountains to the side of you. Inside is comfortable and quaint with everything you need. We loved the experience of solar and gas and comfortably cooked meals and made coffee. The bed was super comfortable and we slept like the dead. The bathroom is a lovely size with the most amazing views while you shower. We enjoyed a walk to the other cottages and house and mountain biking between the vineyards. I didn't want to pack up and go home to the suburbs. I will be back.

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead 's response

Thank you Dena, for your lovely review - we appreciate it!

We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay, the mountain views, and the peace and serenity.

We look forward to welcoming you back soon,

Blessings

Marié

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Micaela M - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Micaela M
With partner

Quite, peaceful, stunning views, rustic, remote.

Always amazing. I have been there 3 times now and each time is better than the last. No signal, which is perfect. Stunning views. Has a hot tub, which is the best part. Definitely going back again. One of my favourite places to go for a remote getaway.

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead 's response

Thank you for your lovely review, Micaela! We are happy that you enjoyed your stay, and it is a pleasure to welcome you back every time. We look forward to seeing you again soon... Blessings, Marié

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Ashley R - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ashley R
With friends

Fantasties!

Wonderlike plek waar jy vrede vir jou siel vind. Het alles so geniet en dit is so mooi daar. Van die mooi huis tot die pragtige bome en plante. Kan nie wag tot ons weer kan gaan nie.

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Fantastic!

Wonderful place where you find peace for your soul. Enjoyed everything so much and it is so beautiful there. From the beautiful house to the beautiful trees and plants. Can't wait until we can go again.

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Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead 's response

Baie dankie vir jou positiewe terugvoer, Ashley. Dit is voorwaar 'n plek waar jy vrede vir jou siel vind.

Ons sien uit om julle binnekort terug te verwelkom.

Blessings
Marié

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Candice L - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Candice L
With partner

Great atmosphere.

Breathtakingly beautiful. The hiking trail is a little overgrown and the hot water in the shower is a little tricky to work out, but overall just everything!

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead 's response

Thank you for your review, Candice.

We are thrilled that you enjoyed our beautiful piece of nature in the mountains. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Blessings,
Marié

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Wilna M - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Wilna M
With partner

Mooiste huisie tussen die bome wat ernstig aandag kort.

Baboons Gift is die mooiste huisie met die lekkerste stoep in die bome, maar die plek kort ernstige onderhoud en 'n goeie skoonmaak. Dit reën binne op die bed en op die tafel op die stoep a.g.v. lekkasies. Die gasgeyser benodig 'n goeie diens en die kragstelsel ook. Daar is goggas wat in daardie rietdak nesgemaak het en orals uitkruip. Gelukkig het ek Doom saamgevat. Die badkamer het amper 'n gogga-mat gehad, so baie was daar. As die dak oorgedoen word, die geyser en kragstelsel gediens word, en die plek goed geskrop word, sal ek weer gaan. Baie behulpsaam, maar kon ook net soveel doen omtrent die krag en geyser. Ek het nie my 3de aand gebly nie, want ek het nie kans gesien vir 'n koue stort en die kragstelsel wat heelnag skreeu nie.

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Most beautiful house among the trees that seriously needs attention.

Baboons Gift is the most beautiful house with the nicest porch in the trees, but the place needs serious maintenance and a good cleaning. It is raining inside on the bed and on the table on the stoep because leaks. The gas geyser needs a good service and so does the power system. There are bugs that have nested in that thatched roof and are crawling out everywhere. Fortunately, I brought Doom with me. The bathroom almost had a bug carpet, so many there were. If the roof is redone, the geyser and power system are serviced, and the place is well scrubbed, I will go again. Very helpful, but could only do so much about the power and geyser. I didn't stay my 3rd night because I didn't want a cold shower and the power system screaming all night.

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Yolanda V - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Yolanda V
Family with teenagers

Underwhelming. Would not return.

Beautiful scenery in nature reserve. Very isolated setting. No cell reception. Loads of spiders and frogs in the house. Only one of the two showers had hot water. No honesty basket filled with products as advertised. The splash pool was empty so we couldn't swim.

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead 's response

Thank you for your review, Yolanda. Our nature-loving guests love the beautiful setting in the mountains and especially getting away from cell reception, to really switch off, relax and connect with each other. We have never found frogs in the homestead. The homestead was thoroughly cleaned the morning before your arrival, but as it was raining the whole weekend, an odd spider might have found refuge to escape the rain. We always ask our guests to let us know as soon as they have a problem or need assistance, so that we can address and solve the problem as soon as possible. We hope you enjoyed your complimentary bottles of wine. Blessings, Marié.

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead
Anonymous Guest - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Gideon B - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gideon B
With partner

Baie rustig en lekker gebraai op die buitebraai en stoep - 'n wenner.

Baie rustig en 'n ideale plek om weg te kom van alles - selfone, TV, ens. Die gasgeyser en stort kort egter baie dringend aandag. Ons het volgens versoek glad nie aan die geyser gestel nie, maar kon net eenkeer vir sowat 40 sekondes 'n warm stort geniet in die drie dae se verblyf. Die geyser skakel aan, maar gaan nie bokant 18C nie. Die gasstofie vat ook 'n leeftyd om net twee koppies water te kook.

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Very quiet and nice barbecue on the outdoor barbecue and stoep - a winner.

Very peaceful and an ideal place to get away from everything - cell phones, TV, etc. However, the gas geyser and shower need very urgent attention. As requested, we did not go to the geyser at all, but could only enjoy a hot shower once for about 40 seconds during the three days' stay. The geyser turns on but does not go above 18C. The gas stove also takes a lifetime to boil just two cups of water.

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Estelle D - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Estelle D
With partner

Baie mooi plaas, rustig en privaat.

Sal graag weer in die somer wil gaan, was te koud om die houtvuurbad te gebruik. Maar ons het die rustige wegbreek baie geniet.

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Very nice farm, peaceful and private.

Would love to go again in the summer, was too cold to use the wood fire tub. But we really enjoyed the quiet getaway.

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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Micaela M - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Micaela M
With friends

Absolutely amazing. Middle of nowhere and perfect.

See stars

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead 's response

Thank you for your lovely review, Micaela - we are glad that you enjoyed your stay in our little piece of heaven!

We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Blessings
Marié

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead
Johnny L - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johnny L

Ongelooflik lekker, rustig en in die natuur.

As jy wil wegbreek van die stad en besige lewe dan beveel ek sterk hierdie bestemming aan. Let net wel hier in nie sein nie so jou foon gaan nie werk nie.

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Incredibly nice, peaceful and in nature.

If you want to get away from the city and busy life then I highly recommend this destination. Just be careful not to signal here so your phone won't work.

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Willem S - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Willem S
Family with teenagers

Uitstekende ligging.

Akkommodasie kan doen met opknapping. Baie vriendelike personeel. Bergwater baie lekker!

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Excellent location.

Accommodation could do with renovation. Very friendly staff. Mountain water very nice!

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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

Good location in nature.

I can recommend it for the scenery, but I wouldn't recommend it to anyone with children. Only disappointed in the fact that the owner made no effort to help with the hot water to the pool which was not working.

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Herman D - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Herman D
With partner

Presies wat ons na uitgesien het, 'n paar dae in die natuur .

Ons het in Swarkruis kothuis gebly, die uitsig van die stoep op was pragtig, die staproetes duidelik aangewys, die voel lewe verassend en alles in die huisie het gewerk.

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Exactly what we were looking forward to, a few days in nature.

We stayed in Swarkruis cottage, the view from the veranda was beautiful, the walking routes were clearly marked, the feeling of life was surprising and everything in the cottage worked.

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Anne T - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anne T
Large group

Old style home in beautiful setting.

The house could do with some maintenance but we feel it was worth every cent! Sadly the dam was almost empty. Lovely big fridges. Wonderful to be in nature with no WiFi or cell reception to distract. Will definitely be back!

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead 's response

Thank you for your positive review, Anne.

We are glad that you enjoyed your stay in nature at Buitenstekloof without any digital interference. It surely refreshes body, soul and spirit! We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Blessings
Marié

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead
Alfred K - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Alfred K
With friends

Fantasties.

Perfekte plek vir ’n rustige naweek weg van die gedruis van die stad af.

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Fantastic.

Perfect place for a peaceful weekend away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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Richard T - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Richard T
Family with teenagers

Wonderful retreat into nature

We decided to get away from the city for a few days, and chose the cottage because it has no WiFi signal. Much to our surprise, even our teenage daughters loved the holiday - enjoy walking, riding their bikes, paddling on the dam and just relaxing - and even asked to stay a few extra nights. The cottage is rustic but charming, and the setting is exquisite.

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead 's response

Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad that your whole family enjoyed your weekend away - it surely is a place to connect again with nature and with each other!
We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future!

Buitenstekloof Pomegranate Homestead
Pieter B - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pieter B

Baie rustig.

Dis 'n baie lekker plek om weg te breek in die natuur.

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Very calm.

It's a very nice place to get away in nature.

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Chris V - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Chris V
With partner

We only stayed one night but did take a short walk to the manor house.

Would love to come again and explore the hiking trails. Beautiful surroundings.

Rainier G - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Rainier G
With partner

Fantasties, rustig, natuurskoon.

Heerlik gekuier by Buitenstekloof, sal definitief weer 'n draai kom maak.

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Fantastic, peaceful, scenic.

Had a great time at Buitenstekloof, will definitely come back again.

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Ivette T - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Ivette T

Heeltemal wat ons nie verwag het nie.

Alhoewel die plekkie pragtig en afgeleë is, alles mooi skoon en netjies in die huisie is, was dit tog teleurstellend om te sien dat die foto's op die webwerf glad nie ooreenstem oor hoe dit werklik was nie. As 'n mens hoor van 'n mountain pool wat 10 meter van jou huisie af is, neem jy aan dit is 'n swembad vir kinders. Nie eers te praat van die pragtige foto's wat op die webwerf is waar kinders op die rivier met 'n kano baljaar nie, dit bestaan glad nie. Sal die plekkie aanbeveel vir 'n honeymoon couple, maar glad nie vir 'n gesin met kinders nie. Die beskrywing vandat daar 'n "goodie-bag" vir alle gaste in die cottage wag, vergeet hulle om te sê dat jy vir die items moet betaal wat jy gebruik.

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Totally what we didn't expect.

Although the place is beautiful and remote, everything is nice clean and tidy in the cottage, it was disappointing to see that the photos on the website did not correspond at all to how it really was. If you hear about a mountain pool that is 10 meters from your house, you assume it is a pool for children. Not to mention the beautiful photos that are on the website of children frolicking on the river with a canoe, they do not exist at all. Would recommend the place for a honeymoon couple, but not at all for a family with children. The description since there is a "goodie-bag" waiting for all guests in the cottage, they forget to say that you have to pay for the items you use.

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Rencia H - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Rencia H
With partner

Baie lekker en rustig.

Jy moet definitief 'n natuurliefhebber wees!

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Very nice and peaceful.

You must definitely be a nature lover!

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Anita R - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anita R
With friends

Was baie lekker.

Ligging van huisie is goed en is netjies binne.

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Was very nice.

Location of cottage is good and is tidy inside.

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Jarene J - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jarene J
With partner

Amazing location and amenities are just enough

Shower could use some work, the timer kicks in quite fast.

Melissa B - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Melissa B
Individual traveller

Rustigheid. Absoluut afgesonder en beeldskoon!

Onvergeetlik! Stil! So lekker!!!

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Calmness. Absolutely secluded and picturesque!

Unforgettable! Quiet! So delicious!!!

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Niki S - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Niki S
With partner

Ongelooflik!

'n Moet om die siel te herlaai!

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Incredible!

A must to recharge the soul!

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Cathrien B - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cathrien B
On business

Enjoyed the peace and tranquillity.

We had to stay over at Worcester for business, but wanted to combine it with peace of mind. This was the ideal place to relax after a few days of work, no TV and no internet, this was perfect for us, only the mountains and nature!

Charlotte G - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charlotte G
With partner

Geniet die natuur.

Geniet die natuur en rustigheid. Alle basiese benodighede is voorsien. Geen kommunikasie met die buitewêreld nie.

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Enjoy nature.

Enjoy nature and tranquility. All basic necessities are provided. No communication with the outside world.

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Lena C - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lena C
Family with teenagers

Dit was heerlik en baie rustig in die mooi skoon natuur.

Dit was heerlik en baie rustig in die mooi skoon natuur. Die staproetes was heerlik. Die voëlgeluide is so mooi as jy vroegoggend wakker word. Dit is 'n heerlike plek om te gaan rus.

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It was wonderful and very peaceful in the beautiful and clean nature.

It was wonderful and very peaceful in the beautiful and clean nature. The hiking trails were lovely. The bird sounds are so beautiful when you wake up early in the morning. It is a lovely place to rest.

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Christie C - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christie C
With partner

Waar jy jou liggaam, siel en kop kan skoon kry en stresvry.

'n Wegbreekplek in die mooiste natuurskoon. Die mooiste naggeluide en varste lug wat jy kan inasem. Natuur is asemrowend. Die cottages is te dierbaar en dit het my laat terugdink aan ons tye as kinders op my ouma-hul se plaas. Iets wat elke persoon moet kom beleef. Sielsrus en ontspanning.

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Where you can get your body, soul and mind clean and stress-free.

A getaway in the most beautiful scenery. The most beautiful night sounds and fresh air you can breathe. Nature is breathtaking. The cottages are too dear and it reminded me of our times as children on my grandmother's farm. Something that every person should come and experience. Peace of mind and relaxation.

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Vossie V - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Vossie V
With partner

Was fantasties, weg van alles.

Hierdie is die perfekte wegbreek (van alles - tegnologie ingesluit) vir 'n natuurliefhebber.

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Was fantastic, away from it all.

This is the perfect getaway (from everything - technology included) for a nature lover.

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Marisa Van Der Spuy V - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Marisa Van Der Spuy V
Individual traveller

Salig.

Ek het verblyf geniet. Slegs teleurgesteld in die feit dat die geyser nie korrek gewerk het nie en dat die ligte na 21:00 nie gewerk het nie. Het maar die kaggel aangesteek.

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Blessed.

I enjoyed stay. Only disappointed in the fact that the geyser didn't work correctly and the lights didn't work after 9pm. Just lit the fireplace.

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Coenraad D - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Coenraad D
With partner

Wonderlike, afgeleë Witkruis-huisie in kloof, stilte en ver van mense af.

Baie lekker gebly, minimum geriewe, maar heeltemal genoeg.

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Wonderful, remote White Cross house in ravine, silence and far from people.

Very nice stay, minimum amenities but quite enough.

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Fanie D - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Fanie D
With partner

Baie rustig en stil. Aande baie koud.

Verblyf basies en ekovriendelik. Baie rustig en ontspannend. Weg van alle geraas met net die natuur om te ervaar. Goed vir liggaam en sielsrus.

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Very calm and quiet. Evenings very cold.

Accommodation basic and eco-friendly. Very peaceful and relaxing. Away from all noise with only nature to experience. Good for body and soul rest.

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Lelanie S - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Lelanie S
Large group

Lieflike ou plaas huis met tonne karakter.

Ons het 'n wonderlike rustige tyd gehad by Pomegranate Cottage. My enigste kritiek sal wees om dalk 'n paar batteryliggies te verskaf wat reeds gelaai is. Die krag gaan redelik vroeg af en as ons nie ons eie ligte saamgeneem het nie, sou ons in donkerte gedompel wees. Die stort koppe kan dalk ook na gekyk word en beddens is taamlik oud, maar mens verwag dit half van so ou plaashuis. Buiten bogenoemde is die mense baie vriendelike, die huis is skoon en netjies en dit is die ideale wegbreek van die stadslewe met geen selfoonsein, elektrisiteit, ens.

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Lovely old farm house with tons of character.

We had a wonderful time at Pomegranate Cottage. My only criticism would be to provide a few battery lights that have already been charged. The power goes off pretty early and if we didn't bring our own lights, we would be immersed in darkness. The shower heads should also be looked at and beds are fairly old, but one expects that of that old farmhouse. Apart from the above, people are very friendly, the house is clean and tidy and is the ideal getaway from city life with no cellphone signal, electricity, etc.

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Fanie N - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Fanie N
With partner

Rustig.

Daar is 'n paar dinge wat ek net onder bestuur se aandag bring. 1. Die brandblusser is 6 jaar laas gediens en is op verkeerde plek geplaas. Agter voordeur aan bracket sou meer bekombaar wees. 2. Die oppervlakte van sement is taai en goed sit vas. Veral waar stofie staan. 3. 'n Vlieplak sal handig wees. Ek glo nie iemand pak vlieëdoder in nie. 4. Gordyn by stort se venster is 'n moet asb. Verder is dit baie lekker om daar te kuier.

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Restful.

There are a few things that I just bring to management's attention. 1. The fire extinguisher was serviced 6 years ago and was placed in the wrong place. Rear front door to bracket would be more obtainable. 2. The surface of cement is tough and sticks well. Especially where there is dust. 3. A fly stick will come in handy. I don't believe anyone packs fly killer. 4. Curtain at the shower window is a must please. Furthermore, it is very nice to visit there.

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Elria S - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Elria S
Family with young children

Ons het lekker gekuier en berge was mooi.

Daar kort bordjies om aan te dui waar om af te draai, want amper die voertuig beskadig om deur doringtakke te moes ry. Julle het pragtige prente van water en mense roei en dis geriewe waarvoor ons betaal het, toe is daar niks water nie. Dis oneties en vals bemarking, julle moet 'n aanduiding sit om te sê daar is nie water in die dam nie.

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We had a great time and the mountains were beautiful.

There are no signs to indicate where to turn off, because almost damaging the vehicle to drive through thorn branches. You have beautiful pictures of water and people rowing and those are facilities we paid for, then there is no water. It's unethical and false marketing, you should put a sign to say there is no water in the pond.

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Sumari S - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Sumari S
With friends

Baie mooi natuurskoon. Nie geskik vir naweekverblyf nie.

Ja, ek kan dit aanbeveel vir die natuurskoon, maar ek sal dit nie aanbeveel vir 'n hele naweek nie. Batterykrag is nie voldoende nie. Wintermaande is baie koud om te stort. Stort is hopeloos te groot en oop met gasgeyser wat ook nog sukkel om by te bly. Dink nie dit was die prys werd nie. Kasdeur in kombuis het af geval. Ou gordyne. Nie baie moeite en tyd of geld is aan die plekkie spandeer nie. Gelukkig het ons net daar geslaap en was heeldag uit, anders weet ek darem nie hoe die sonpanele en gas dit sou hou nie.

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Beautiful scenery. Not suited for weekend accommodation.

Yes, I can recommend it for the scenery, but I wouldn't recommend it for a whole weekend. Battery power is not sufficient. Winter months are very cold to shower. Shower is too big and open with gas geyser that is still struggling to keep up. Don't think it was worth the price. Kitchen door in kitchen fell off. Old curtains. Not much effort and time or money was spent on the place. Luckily we just slept there and were out all day, otherwise I didn't know how the solar panels and gas would keep up.

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Edwina P - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Edwina P
Family with young children

It wasn’t clean and the owner only got to our problems when our stay was over.

The place had mouse droppings, it wasn’t clean and we weren’t given the amount of beds that we paid for.

Anonymous Guest - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children
Carol M - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carol M
With friends

Beautiful, unspoilt and peaceful.

For those who like a quiet and secluded spot, this is perfect. The gas fridge needs work. It does not keep items sufficiently cold. Alright for a day or two but not longer than that.

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Beeldskoon, ongekunsteld en vreedsaam.

Vir diegene wat hou van rustigheid en stilte is hierdie verblyf perfek. Die gas yskas gee wel probleme.

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Chantal K - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chantal K
With partner

A tranquil, beautiful piece away from all normal life and bringing you back to nature.

A stunning weekend get away. The bird life is wonderful and the sound of nature calls. Nice hikes and a great get away if you want to just relax and rejuvenate or perfect to go with friends for fun filled hikes and getting back to nature.

Elizna T - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elizna T
Family with young children

Fantastiese wegbreek vanaf die stad se gejaag.

Wat 'n heerlike ondervinding! Wegbreek van die gejaag van die stad met als wat mens benodig om 'n rustige gesinsnaweek in die natuur te geniet.

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Great getaway from the city's hustle and bustle.

What a wonderful experience! Break away from the hustle and bustle of the city with everything you need to enjoy a peaceful family weekend in nature.

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Pierre L - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pierre L
With partner

Baie lekker goedkoop wegbreeknaweek vir iemand wat 'n lekker breuk soek!

'n Heerlike verblyf en wegbreeknaweek! Dit was heerlik om sonder krag en net die basiese behoegtes te kon bly! Die solar krag was groot hulp, maar ook die gastoevoer was baie lekker! Dit was heerlik om weg te kom van selfone en weer in aanraking te kon wees met die natuur! Ons kyk uit vir die volgende wegbreek!

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Very nice cheap getaway weekend for someone looking for a nice break!

A wonderful stay and getaway weekend! It was wonderful to be able to stay without power and only the basic needs! The solar power was a big help, but also the gas supply was very nice! It was wonderful to get away from cell phones and be in touch with nature again! We look forward to the next getaway!

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Hanno V - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Hanno V
With partner

Die verblyf was ongelooflik.

Wonderlike atmosfeer en werklik gelukkig met diens sowel as verblyf.

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The stay was amazing.

Wonderful atmosphere and really happy with service as well as accommodation.

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Vanzyl K - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Vanzyl K
With partner

Perfek.

Was besonders lekker. Sal dit enige tyd aanbeveel vir 'n wegbreek naweek. Perfek om te ontsnap van die gejaag van die stad en om af te skakel aangesien daar geen sein is nie.

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Perfect.

Was really nice. Will recommend it for a weekend away. Perfect to escape from the rush of the city and to switch off as there is no signal.

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Karel S - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Karel S
With partner

Skitterend en sielsverkwikkend!

Wat 'n heerlike wegbreek in die berge! Hier kan jy werklik ontspan en terugkeer na die meer basiese dinge in die lewe. Die verblyf is eenvoudig, tog netjies, alhoewel die huisies binne kan doen met 'n lagie verf. Alhoewel mens nou nie dit juis raaksien wanneer jou gedagtes vasgevang raak deur die berge wat jou omring nie! Die wynproe, wat ingesluit is by die verblyf, is heerlik.

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Dazzling and soul-invigorating!

What a lovely getaway in the mountains! Here you can truly relax and return to the more basic things in life. The accommodation is simple, yet neat, although the cottages inside could do with a coat of paint. Although you don't really notice it when your mind gets caught up in the mountains that surround you! The wine tasting, which is included in the stay, is delicious.

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Juanita J - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Juanita J
With friends

Rustig en weg van alles en almal.

Ons het die kuier baie geniet. Rustig en weg van alles en almal. 100% kwaliteit tyd saam jou geliefde. Sou dit waardeer het as daar vir ons gesê was watter tipe motor geskik was vir die trip na die cottages. Sal definitief weer bespreek, maar met 'n geskikte motor.

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Peaceful and away from everything and everyone.

We had a great stay. Relaxing and away from everything and everyone. 100% quality time with loved one. Would've appreciated if we were told which type of car is suitable for the trip to the cottage. Will definitely be back with a suitable car.

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Carl L - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Carl L
With partner

Ons het in witkruis kothuis gebly en dit het die mooiste uitsig na alle kante en rus vir jou siel.

Witkruis kothuis het regtig die mooiste uitkyk oor die berge en die stilte is fantasties. Die kothuis was skoon en daar was altyd warm water.

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We stayed in white cross cottage and it has the most beautiful view in all directions and rest for your soul.

Witkruis cottage really has the most beautiful view over the mountains and the silence is fantastic. The cottage was clean and there was always hot water.

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Anonymous Guest - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest

Despite drought. Nature and silence are wonderful.

More attention could be given to cleanliness, eg kitchen area. Some crockery is "chipped" and saucepan lids are broken and ears are loose or off.

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Anonymous Guest - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Kobus S - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Kobus S
With partner

Goed indien jy stille afsondering, ook van selfoon verlang.

Stilte in die berge met die noodsaaklikste huisvesting.

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Good if you want quiet seclusion, also from mobile.

Silence in the mountains with the most essential accommodation.

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Hilde R - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Hilde R
With partner

Lovely place and very quiet, but the accommodation is unfortunately neglected.

The cottage has clearly been set up splendidly and generously some years ago. It has a lovely porch, good layout with a generously sized bed and bathroom. Unfortunately it currently shows clear signs of neglect with little attention to maintenance or care and gives the distinct impression that owners/management have lost interest in the business. Herewith a list of some of the issues: fish moths in pots and pans, kitchen floor was grimy, no plugs in kitchen zinc so one could not wash dishes properly, kitchen plumbing was shoddy, incomplete cutlery, gas heating of water kicked out after 2 minutes, dirty cloths seem to have been used to clean surfaces and left dirt marks on e.g. cupboard doors, solar electricity lights and chords have been badly installed, mattresses have lost their form and we turned them over to get a firmed feel, magazines were old (2011). The most annoying issue, however, was the electricity inverter which had a buzzing ventilator that disturbed the splendid silence twice per minute.

Arno W - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Arno W
With partner

Ligging pragtig, maar verblyf self was teleurstellend.

Daar was ongelukkig verskeie klein jakkalsies wat die naweek bederf het. Die dak lek op verskeie plekke in die kothuis. Daar was slegs op die eerste aand ligte in die slaap- en badkamer. Die gordyne in die slaapkamer het telkemale afgeval. Die slaapkamer het nie 'n deur nie en dit maak die kamer nogal koud en indien daar nog mense sou wees, kan privaatheid problematies raak. Die badkamer se twee onbedekte vensters is ook nogal ongemaklik. Op 'n positiewer noot was die ligging iets besonders veral as mens saans die maan oor die bergtoppe sien uitklim.

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The location was beautiful, but the accommodation was disappointing.

Unfortunately there were a few jackals that spoiled the weekend. The roof leaks in various places in the cottage. On the first night only the bedroom and bathroom had working lights. The curtains in the room fell of many times. The bedroom does not have a door, which makes the room cold and if there is more people it leaves a privacy issue. The bathroom has two uncovered windows, which makes it uncomfortable. On a positive note, the location is exceptional, especially if one wants to climb the mountain tops in the moonlight.

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Flip J - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Flip J
With partner

Die huise is nie soos op die advertensie nie, skep verwarring. Miskien is die prentjie van ander huise.

Ek het reeds 'n verslag na Buitenkloof gestuur. Hier was ook geen ys beskikbaar nie want die gasyskas was nie lank genoeg voor ons aankoms aangeskakel nie. Die vrieskas het wel gewerk. Badkamer en stort het nie skoon gelyk/gevoel nie. Geen gordyn nie. Ek kon nie stort nie want miskien het ek nie die gas gebruik verstaan nie, maar elke keer as ek die koue kraan oopdraai om die water te reguleer dan gaan die gas dood. Baie gesukkel en toe gelos. Die dak het gelek en water op my vrou se voete, papnat gewees, moes toe ander plan maak.

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The houses are not as advertised, creating confusion. Maybe the picture of other houses.

I have already sent a report to Buitenkloof. There was also no ice available here because the gas cooler had not been switched on long enough before our arrival. The freezer did work. Bathroom and shower did not look/feel clean. No curtain. I couldn't take a shower because maybe I didn't understand how to use the gas, but every time I turn on the cold tap to regulate the water, the gas goes off. Struggled a lot and then left. The roof was leaking and water was on my wife's feet, soaking wet, then had to make other plans.

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Sherri W - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Sherri W
Family with young children

Overpriced.

Way overpriced. One of the cottages didn’t have any lights that work or any hot water.

Frederick L - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Frederick L
Family with young children

Baie rustig, die netheid is egter nie goed nie en plek is nie skoon nie.

Definitief aandag gee aan renovasie, asook netheid, veral die stort en die algehele toestand van netheid is swak. Glad nie aan te beveel vir enige persoon nie.

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Very peaceful, however, the cleanliness is not good and the place is not clean.

Definitely pay attention to renovation, as well as cleanliness, especially the shower and the overall state of cleanliness is poor. Not at all to recommend for any person.

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Maurits K - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
1/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Maurits K
Family with young children

Dit was ietwat teleurstellend.

Die kombuistoonbank was vol stof. Die braai het geen braai-grid gehad nie. Die stoep was onnet ons moes self die stoele na die stoep dra en skoonmaak. Die gas geyser vir die badkamer by slaapkamer het net koue water uitgelaat.

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It was somewhat disappointing.

The kitchen counter was full of dust. The braai had no braai grid. The porch was dirty, we had to carry the chairs to the porch and clean it ourselves. The gas geyser for the bathroom by bedroom only let out cold water.

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William B - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
William B
Family with young children

Een van die beste vakansies ooit.

Dit was ongelooflik! Die natuurskoon en ligging van die verblyf maak dit definitief die moeite werd!

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One of the best vacations ever.

It was amazing! The natural beauty and location of the accommodation make it definitely worth it!

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Alida D - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alida D
With partner

'n Belewenis om te kon stilraak en die mooi natuur te kon ervaar.

Het die tyd baie geniet. Huisie was goed en netjies ingerig. Sal weer besoek net langer.

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Lovely to have been able to quiet down and experience nature's beauty.

Enjoyed our time. Place was well and neatly equipped. Will visit again, only for longer.

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Adrian V - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adrian V
With partner

Dit was regtig 'n wonderlike ervaring.

Ons het dit baie geniet. Dit was stil, ver weg van alles, pragtig geleë tussen die berge. Ek sal definitief weer daarna toe gaan.

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It was really a great experience.

We enjoyed it very much. It was quiet, far away from everything, beautifully situated between the mountains. I will definitely go there again.

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Melt V - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Melt V
With partner

Baie rustig, natuurskoon.

Geen krag om selfoon te herlaai nie.

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Very peaceful, beautiful scenery.

No power to recharge cell phone.

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Claude S - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Claude S

Value for money in a rustic nature environment.

From booking to departing we had a super time, even with the average temperature being 37 degrees, which we mitigated through cold drinks, ice and watermelon. We stayed in Witkruis which was good enough for us, the shower and gas appliances working well and a bonus, which the other cottages do not offer, a stunning all round view of the mountain ranges. The access road, a single lane, is in good condition with laybys to let other vehicles pass. Being the festive period shopping in Robertson was an experience (read nightmare). The hike to the waterfall is a must and 40% of the trail is under shady trees. There is no mobile phone connection to lead you into temptation of sitting on your device all day, instead of enjoying nature and quiet. We are going back soon and will take family and friends to the Homestead. Thank you to Johan and Marie for providing and maintaining such an escape venue.

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Waarde vir geld in 'n ongekunstelde natuurlike omgewing.

Vanaf ons bespreking tot ons vertrek het ons 'n uitstekende tydjie gehad, selfs met die gemiddelde temperatuur wat 37° was. Ons het darem oorleef met koeldrank, ys en waatlemoen. Ons het in Witkruis gebly, wat goed genoeg vir ons was, die stort en gastoestelle werk goed en 'n bonus, wat die ander kothuise nie het nie, is die asemrowende alom-uitsig oor die bergreekse. Die toegangspad, 'n enkelpad, is in 'n goeie toestand met aftrekplekke om ander voertuie verby te laat gaan. Aangesien dit die feesseisoen was, was inkopies in Robertson nogal 'n ervaring (lees nagmerrie). Die hike na die waterval is 'n moet en 40% van die roete is onder skadubome deur. Daar is nie selfoonsein nie, so jy kan nie heeldag vasgegom aan jou skerm sit nie, en net die natuur en stilte eerder geniet. Ons gaan binnekort teruggaan en sal vriende en familie na die Homestead neem. Dankie aan Johan en Marie vir die pragtige wegbreek-venue wat hulle voorsien en in stand hou.

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Johan C - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan C
With partner

Baie rustig en mooi.

Die kothuis is gerieflik en mens het niks meer nodig nie. Die inry van Witkruis is moeilik om met 'n kar te ry en ek het eerder onder die oprit parkeer. Daar is nie sout en peper nie, al word dit in die leêr genoem. Die kothuis kan doen met nuwe beddegoed. Ons het baie lekker ontspan.

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Peaceful and beautiful.

Convenient cottage and you need nothing more. The driveway was difficult driving so I rather parked my car at the bottom of the driveway. No salt and pepper, although it was mentioned in the folder. New linen would be nice. We had a relaxing time.

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Sandie S - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sandie S
With partner

A perfect get-away from the city and media.

Enjoyed a wonderful weekend away to recharge. A peaceful, tranquil stay in the wilderness, surrounded by mountains. Stargazing in the still of the night - an awesome experience.

Diederick V - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Diederick V
With partner

Lekker rustig, perfekte plek vir 'n wegbreeknaweek.

Rustigheid. Perfek vir 'n wegbreeknaweek. Afgesluit van die besige stadslewe. Baie privaat, baie mooi.

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Nice and peaceful, perfect place for a getaway weekend.

Peaceful. Perfect for a getaway. Isolated from busy city life. Very private, beautiful.

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Danie L - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Danie L
With partner

Ongemaklik.

Ongemaklik weens die volgende redes: Spinnerakke in die cottage wat indruk gee dit is nie skoon nie. Die warm stortwater kan nie beheer word nie, waterkrane is onprakties. Algemene instandhouding nie op datum, waterpype los, al die ligte werk nie.

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Uncomfortable.

Uncomfortable due to the following reasons: Cobwebs in the cottage which gives the impression that it is not clean. The hot shower water cannot be controlled, water taps are impractical. General maintenance not up to date, water pipes loose, all the lights work.

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Marileze P - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Marileze P
With partner

Die rustigheid van die natuur was hemels!

Plekkie was heel netjies. Gelukkig het ons voorsiening gemaak van die nodige! Ek het net my "view" gesoek soos adverteer. Bietjie bekommerd oor die veiligheid aangesien cottages so ver binne is en geen signal en daar nie rêrig n control gate is nie. Mountain pool nie rêrig vir swem nie maar bietjie vuil gelyk. Anders was ons tuiste baie lekker en rustig. Die diens wat ons ontvang het was baie goed!

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The tranquillity of nature was heavenly!

Accommodation was quite neat. Fortunately we made provision for the necessary things! I just wanted my view that was advertised. A little worried about safety as cottages are so far inside and no signal and there are no control gates. Mountain pool not really for swimming, looked a bit dirty. Otherwise our home was very nice and quiet. The service we received was very good!

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Anonymous Guest - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

It was pleasant and very relaxing.

For future travelers, maybe indicate in advance that there is no power.

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Lisa J - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Lisa J
With friends

Teleurgesteld.

Ons was redelik teleurgesteld in ons verblyf by Rooipensie. Die akkommodasie was geboek vir 4 mense, maar 2 mense het 'n koninggroote bed gehad met en suite badkamer, terwyl die ander 2 op 'n 'sleepercouch' in die sitkamer moes slaap. Daar was geen beddegoed verskaf vir die bank. Ons het net een rolletjie toilet papier ontvang vir 4 mense vir 2 nagte! Daar was solar power, maar die ligte het saans net 20 minute gehou na die son gesak het, en daar was net 2 kerse verskaf (wat na die eerste aand al op gebruik was). Die geyser het partymaal warm gemaak, en partymaal nie en die laaste oggend was daar geen water! Ons moes rivier water in die toilet bak gooi om die toilet te trek en ons tande met gebottelde water borsel. Uiters teleurstellende ondervinding.

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Disappointed

We were quite disappointed with our accommodation at Rooipensie. The accommodation was booked for 4, but 2 people shared the queen-size bed while the 2 other guests had to share a sleeper couch in the lounge. There was bedding for the couch. We only got 1 roll of toilet paper for 4 people for 2 nights! There's solar power, but the light went off after 20 minutes after sunset and only 2 candles were provided (which were burned down by the end of the first evening). The geyser just heated some of the time and sometime not at all. There was no hot water the later morning! We had to pour river water in the toilet bowl to flush it and brush our teeth with bottled water. Extremely disappointing experience.

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Elzette G - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Elzette G
Family with young children

Verblyf was nie wat ons verwag het nie.

Die omgewing is prentjiemooi. Ons het in die Baboons Gift Cottage tuisgegaan omdat ons 'n gesin van 5 is. Ons was ontnugter deur 1 slaapkamer met 'n dubbelbed en 'n enkelbed en slaapbank in 'n baie klein leefarea/kombuis. Ons moes self die enkelbed opmaak. Die slaapbank se 2 matrasse het nie gepas nie, gevolglik moes ons dogtertjie op die matras op die vloer slaap. Daar was slegs 1 duvet en 2 komberse vir ons 3 kinders beskikbaar. Die tweede aand het die gaste langsaan vir ons komberse geleen. Slegs 4 stoele by toonbank waar ons moes eet en a.g.v. die vrieskas was daar net sitplek vir 3. My seuns moes op die matras sit en eet. Dis 'n pragtige klein cottage in 'n baie mooi omgewing, maar heeltemal te klein vir 5 mense, soos geadverteer. Dis ideaal vir slegs 2 persone soos die cottage langsaan (wat presies dieselfde grootte is). Met matras op vloer, slaapbank wat ons moes skuif dat alles inpas, was daar weinig beweegspasie. En omdat dit baie koud was, was dit moeilik. Gelukkig was ons baie min daar a.g.v. sportverpligtinge.

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Accommodation was not what we expected.

The surroundings are picturesque. We stayed in the Baboons Gift Cottage because we are a family of 5. We were disappointed by 1 bedroom with a double bed and a single bed and sofa bed in a very small living area/kitchen. We had to make the single bed ourselves. The sofa bed's 2 mattresses did not fit, so our little girl had to sleep on the mattress on the floor. There was only 1 duvet and 2 blankets available for our 3 children. The second night the guests next door lent us blankets. Only 4 chairs at the counter where we had to eat and because the freezer only had seating for 3. My boys had to sit on the mattress and eat. It's a beautiful little cottage in a very beautiful setting, but way too small for 5 people, as advertised. It's ideal for only 2 people like the cottage next door (which is exactly the same size). With a mattress on the floor, a sofa bed that we had to move so that everything would fit, there was little room to move. And because it was very cold, it was difficult. Fortunately we were there very little because sports commitments.

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Ilse A - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Ilse A
Family with teenagers

Nie weer nie. Ligte werk nie, een cottage geen warm water of yskas nie.

Alhoewel ek weet dat daar nie elektrisiteit is nie, word ligte en warm water deur gas belowe. Die ligte het presies 20 minute gebrand en dan werk dit nie meer nie, ongeag of jy die "rooi" draadjie deur die dag inprop om te laai. Geen ekstra kerse word eers verskaf nie. 'n Persoon kan ook nie bel nie, want daar is geen selfoonopvangs nie en as jou foon pap is, kan jy dit ook nie daar laai nie. Mense wat saam ons daar was het net twee aande uit die drie gebly en toe maar besluit hulle ry terug Pretoria toe. Kombuisware en meubels is oor die algemeen in swak toestand. Nie eers wasbakprop in badkamer nie.

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Not again. Lights don't work, one cottage no hot water or fridge.

Even though I knew there is no electricity, lights and hot water are promised. The lights worked for exactly 20 minutes and then not anymore, even if you plug the red wire in during the day to charge. No extra candles are even provided. One can not even call because there is no cellphone signal and if your cellphone is dead you can't charge it. The people who were there with us only stayed 2 out of the 3 nights en then decided to drive back to Pretoria. Kitchenware and furniture are in a poor condition. Not even a plug for the basin in the bathroom.

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Nico C - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Nico C
With partner

Die plek is vuil en was geensins gediens nie.

Hulle verwar rustic met vuil en swak vakmanskap, bedrading hang orals teen mure af. Dis geensins julle naam waardig nie.

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The place is dirty and was not serviced in any way.

They confuse rustic with dirty and poor workmanship, wiring hanging from walls everywhere. It is in no way worthy of your name.

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Amelia O - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Amelia O
With partner

Rustigheid vir die siel

As jy verlang na die ou plaas se rustigheid is hierdie jou plek, dit is te sê as jy heeldag op jou stoep wil sit. Kan aandag gegee word aan die skoonmaak van die kombuis area. Die mountain pool is toegegroei en die waterblommetjies het behoorlik die dam oor geneem. Die wandelroetes nie duidelik gemerk waar dit begin nie en is ook baie toegegroei.

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Peace for the soul

If you miss the peace and quiet of the old farm house then this place is made for you, if you just want to chill on the patio the entire day. The kitchen area can do with a good spring cleaning. The mountain pool is overgrown and the dam has been taken over by the waterblommetjies. The walking trails aren't indicated clearly at the start and is also overgrown.

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Francois B - May 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Francois B
With partner

Die rustigheid en privaatheid was onbeskryflik lekker!

Die rustigheid in die natuur tussen die berge was wonderlik maar die kothuise en omgewing het duidelik lanklaas aandag geniet. Die yskas was buite werking, die warmwater verhitting werk net nou en dan, en die wasbak se kraan het aanhoudend gelek. Die "rock pool" lyk soos iets uit 'n gruwel film, die dam is toegegroei met waterblommetjies en die kano lek. Die voetslaan pad sal jy net kan aandurf met 'n panga en 'n byl. Die foto's wat as advertensie gebruik word is baie misleidend want dis glad nie hoe dit nou daar lyk nie. Met net 'n bietjie werk en aandag kan Buitenste Kloof kothuise 'n fantastiese bestemming wees en ek sal self ook weer daar gaan kuier.

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The peace and quiet and privacy is indescribable.

The tranquility of nature between the mountains is wonderful, but the cottages and the surroundings haven't had any attention in a while. The fridge was out of order, the hot water only works now and then and the sink's tap leaked continuously. The rock pool looks like something out of a horror film and the dam is completely taken over by pondweed and the cano is leaking. You will only be able to take on the walking trail if you have a panga and an axe. The photos in the advertisement is very misleading, because it is not what it looks like now at all. With a little work and attention, the Buitenstekloof Cottages will be a fantastic destination and I will definitely want to go back for a visit.

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Anneli H - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Anneli H
Family with young children

Rustig

Alles heerlik in die bos en lekker rustig, maar die Baboon Cottage is verseker nie ingerig vir 4 grootmense soos dit adverteer is nie! Daar was baie min water toe ons daar was, so geen swemgeriewe.

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Peaceful.

Everything was lovely in the bush and nice and peaceful, but the Baboon Cottage is definitely not equipped for 4 adults as advertised! There was little water when we were there, so we weren't able to swim.

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Anonymous Guest - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children
From R10 625
R10 625 R9 031
per night, for 17 ppl
From R10 625
R10 625 R9 031
per night, for 17 ppl
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  • Capacity: 17 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: R60, Buitenstekloof Farm, Robertson, 6705, Western Cape
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