Calais Wine Estate
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Regan M - Apr 2024
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Charming guest cottages in the middle of an olive farm.
Rhona-leigh F - Dec 2023
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Baie netjiese eenheid, baie rustig, ideaal vir die wat net wil wegbreek uit die stad.
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Very neat unit, very quiet, ideal for those who just want to get away from the city.
Very nice indeed! Very peaceful atmosphere.
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Garon T - Jul 2022
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Very relaxing and safe place with friendly hosts.
Zonika J - Apr 2024
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Fantasties!
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Fantastic!
Fantasies! Friendly helpful service.
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Michael C - Feb 2024
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Awesome!
Lerisha H - Feb 2024
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Disappointing due to the fact that there was no water and TV (no channels).
Calais Wine Estate 's response
Dear Lerisha,
I'd like to address your issues with our water supply during load shedding. While I understand its impact, it's crucial to use water responsibly.
Unfortunately, multiple taps and the shower were left open by yourself, resulting in flooding and financial damage to our newly renovated cottage. Plus flooding the neighbouring guests resulting in spoiling their experience and once again financial damage.
I do realize that your earlier departure may have been influenced by that.
Also, regarding the TV, it did work prior your check-in and after your check-out, we specifically checked it. It’s Open View.
Best regards,
Anastasia
Pieter J - Mar 2024
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Die omgewing is baie mooi.
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The environment is very beautiful.
We understand we booked at the last minute. But they were not at all prepared for our arrival. No toilet paper, no toilet spray, no hand soap or any shower gel. No shower mat. Shower head was broken and sprayed over the side over the shower glass wall. Kitchen utensils were very few - 1 teaspoon, no dessert spoon, no bread knife. Didn't they inform us that loadshedding would start at 20h00 and that they would then have no water either. Water never arrived again because the pump, and when they got it right the next morning, the water tank was empty too. WiFi was not available at first, the router was in another cottage, and then later the reception was very poor.
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Demitri B - Jan 2022
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Lovely and peaceful.
Michelle W - Dec 2022
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The location was close to where we wanted to be.
Read moreVicky H - Oct 2022
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Mooi uitsig, maar nie ideale ligging.
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Nice view, but not ideal location.
2 out of the 4 mornings no water, alarms ringing all night. We confirmed ahead of time that we were taking 2 teenagers with us and there was only one extra double bed mattress on the floor in the living room, no beds for children even though it is advertised as a family cottage. Not an easily accessible location if you need to move back and forth from Paarl. Difficult to reach the gate first time, not clear signs.
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Calais Wine Estate 's response
Ons baie jammer u het nie beste ervaring op ons Plaas gehad nie. Die water pomp en alarm was ongelukig a.g.v loadshedding wat die hele nasie pla op die oomblik. Dit se op al ons booking sights dat die family cottage 'n oopslaan bank en of matras het. Met een groot kammer en ekstra groot bed. Ons hoop on volgende keer vir u n beter ervaaring kan aanbied.
Nick S - Nov 2022
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Baie swak.
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Very weak.
Facility not up to date for the price range.
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Debbie G - Jan 2022
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Not very nice.
Gideon A - Oct 2021
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Amazing time.
Enzo S - Oct 2021
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We loved it.
Retha M - Oct 2021
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Heerlik gekuier in die pragtige, skoon, goed toegeruste Familie Huisie.
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Had a great time in the beautiful, clean, well-equipped Family House.
A beautiful place among the trees. We had a great time and rested. We were kindly received by Anastasia and her beautiful dogs. The cottage is well equipped with wood for braai or for the fireplace in the cottage. Every day we could walk far between the olive trees and vineyard. The Lazy Boy in front of the TV (Netflix) on a rainy night awaits a winner.
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Nicolette V - Oct 2021
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Dit is baie rustig.
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It is very peaceful.
I was just upset because I didn't buy the groceries on the way, because it's actually a long way in and out to the farm. But otherwise, I would go again.
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Terrence H - Dec 2021
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A very tranquil and serene environment, great for getting away and destressing.
Craig T - Nov 2021
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It was cheap. But the owner was rude.
Read moreReinard R - Dec 2021
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Great location, not a comfortable stay.
Read moreAlexandro A - Sep 2019
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Is 'n besonderse ervaring.
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An exceptional experience.
One night is not enough in Calais Wine Estate. A perfect getaway. The people are very friendly.
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Baie dankie vir die vriendelike woorde, hoop om jul gou weer te sien!
Michelle C - Jan 2019
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Great farm getaway.
Chenille D - Dec 2019
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Beautifully peaceful.
Read moreLizet E - Nov 2019
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Dit was salig.
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It was blissful.
The chalet was neat, clean and wonderfully spacious. The portable grill is small, but no longer needed. Melt was very hospitable and considerate. The dogs are cute, especially Bakkies. Suggestion would be to leave white and red wine from the estate with prices in chalet, so that the person who wanted to taste the wine could buy a bottle or two. And maybe a price list of other wines.
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Karien V - Aug 2018
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Lieflike verblyf in 'n pragtige omgewing.
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Lovely accommodation in a beautiful setting.
The 3 cottages that we rented, were very well equipped and neat.
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Mark H - Sep 2018
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Hidden away and chilled.
Riana E - Apr 2018
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Gerieflik, maar teleurstellend. Geen ooreenkoms met reklame.
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Convenient, but disappointing. No agreement with advertising.
Accommodation was comfortable and well equipped, although not 100% clean. The farm manager was extremely helpful and received us kindly after midnight. The advertisement shows a beautiful wine estate and the estate's wines are advertised in the cottages, but the office is closed and the numbers on the gate are never answered. We had access only around the cottages, as there are fences and gates everywhere. Lookout over dam was blocked off and we couldn't get to it. Even checking out was an annoyance as we had to call the number several times before the gates were finally opened for us to hand in the keys and remote control.
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Peter M - May 2018
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Eerste en laaste keer.
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First and last time.
Fridge was ineffective because the icebox was frozen, couldn't even get the ice cubes out. The braai was probably the cheapest one on the market, super small. The mini oven doesn't word, just the hot plates.
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Calais Wine Estate 's response
Baie dankie dat u dit onder ons aandag gebring het, was nie bewus van die oondjie wat buite werking is nie en sal sorg die yskas maar tussen besprekings afgeskakel word sodat dit nie weer opvries nie.
Anonymous Guest - Apr 2018
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Only positives: the mattress is comfortable and linen clean.
Not located on a working wine farm at all, but on a small holding. Cobwebs and dust everywhere. One house smells strongly of old cigarette smoke. Too many dogs and their waste on the lawn.
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Chris S - Jul 2018
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Geen braai, geen ontvangs, boshuis.
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No barbecue, no reception, bush house.
More of a forest getaway. There was no reception and no barbecue. No covered porch. You have an old dirty oven and that's it. Service is a 1/10 and the dogs fill the farm.
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Janine G - Sep 2017
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Lekker wegbreek!
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Nice break!
Calais' stay was very comfortable and we had a great time relaxing. The gardens are beautiful and if you are a dog lover you will enjoy it as much as we do. Many dogs who come to say hello and visit. They were not troublesome.
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Richard H - Sep 2017
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Efficient and friendly.
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Doeltreffend en vriendelik.
Sien sterre.
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Marthina C G - Apr 2017
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Baie rustige kuier gewees.
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It was very tranquil.
Tranquil scenic accommodation, enjoyed it very much. House is very neat, will stay there again.
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Calais Wine Estate 's response
Baie dankie vir die gawe woorde.. Bly jul het dit geniet! Tot weersiens en geniet die res van die Paas vakansie!
Marius S - Apr 2017
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Ongelooflik vriendelik en gasvry.
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Incredibly friendly and hospitable.
It was a wonderful experience and could not have been different with the staff's friendliness. They went out of their way to make our stay as pleasant as possible.
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Calais Wine Estate 's response
Baie dankie vir die gawe woorde. Was 'n plesier om jul hier te hê. Ek hoop ons sien jul volgende jaar weer met die toernooi!
Michelle L - Oct 2017
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Baie netjies en skoon.
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Very neat and clean.
Nature is beautiful. Dirt road a bit bumpy for a sedan. Accommodation is value for money and close to Paarl for restaurants and shops.
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Kim V - Sep 2017
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Beautiful scenery and the house is well equipped.
Chris H - Sep 2017
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Skoon en netjies.
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Clean and tidy.
The road from gate to residence quite poor and far and can appear unsafe late at night.
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Renate V - Jul 2017
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Mooi uitsigte van die kothuis.
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Nice views from the cottage.
It was a very cold weekend in Paarl. Rain and snow. The bedding was not adequate for the cold weather. The teenagers slept on a kick-out bed and only thin blankets were available. The kitchen needs more kitchenware. Otherwise very nice. Employees are very helpful and friendly.
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Monique V - Feb 2017
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Nice, relaxed and quiet location.
Mirinda B - Jan 2017
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Baie vriendelike en behulpsame ontvangs en deurlopend, Dankie Melt en gesin, jul het dit vir ons baie lekker en ontspanne gemaak.
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Very friendly and helpful reception throughout. Thanks Melt and family, you made our time nice and relaxing.
As a result of the water restrictions in Paarl the farm was a bit arid, but the owners aren't in control of the weather, otherwise no complaints, beautiful place, had a great time.
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Andreas M - Jan 2017
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Ons het net gegaan om die konsert te gaan kyk en een aand oorgeslaap. Daarvoor was die verblyf puik.
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We merely went there to watch a concert and spent one night. The accommodation was perfect for our purpose.
Neat, clean and everything works. Melt was very helpful. The unit is marketed as a 4-sleeper, but 2 has to sleep in the lounge on fold down couches. The one especially felt more like a business class seat on a plane that doesn't fold down properly, quite uncomfortable for an adult. Don't know why they can't just replace it with a decent sleeper couch.
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Etienne M - Apr 2017
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Het nie ten volle aan my verwagting voldoen nie.
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Did not fully meet my expectation.
Cute houses with good quality equipment. Stayed in family unit. Crackware is incomplete and sparse. Wine glasses too few for such a cute wine farm. The kitchen was not very clean - oven and baking trays need a decent cleaning. Wall plugs shorted out. The security gate could not close at all. The bed in the living room is too small for 2 teenage boys. Otherwise it is a place of tranquility and beautiful garden and olive trees.
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Helena V - Oct 2016
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Rustige atmosfeer.
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Calm atmosphere.
Worth it, beautiful surroundings.
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Calais Wine Estate 's response
Dankie Helena, ek is bly jul het dit geniet!
- Capacity: 8 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 13:00 to 17:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: Waterval Road, Calais Wine Estate, Dal Josafat, Paarl, 7646, Western Cape
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