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Avani Lodge - Parrastoel

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.5 out of 5from 117 reviews for Avani Lodge - Parrastoel
Cleanliness
4.3/5
Service
4.5/5
Location
4.7/5
Safety
4.6/5
Value for money
4.3/5
Sonja V - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sonja V
With friends

Pragtige view. Lekker hot tub. En binne braai.

Ja het baie lekker gebly. In die woud, tussen al die bome.

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Beautiful view. Nice hot tub. And barbecue inside.

Yes had a very nice stay. In the forest, among all the trees.

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Tristan P - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tristan P
With friends

I would visit over and over again, calm and quiet, perfect for a breather.

Fantastic stay. The host popped in to check if everything was running smoothly as soon as he saw smoke coming from the kol kol chimney, which we highly appreciated. The hot tub was warm on arrival. Friendliest pets that follow the host around and keep the area safe. Distance between cottages is perfect for outdoor shower area and hot tub privacy. I would visit over and over again, calm and quiet surroundings perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Petra E - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Petra E
With partner

Ons kon lekker ontspan, asem skep en tyd saam spandeer.

Heerlik gebly! Kan nie wag om weer te gaan!

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We were able to relax, catch our breath and spend time together.

Great stay! Can't wait to go again!

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

Wonderful.

Ewald showed us to our house on the farm. He gave us complimentary coffee and biscuits on arrival. He explained a few things regarding the area and the facilities, and then we were left in private to do as we pleased. It was a wonderful experience to break away from the busy city life and rush we face every day. I would recommend anyone to have a break away like this.

Benita M - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Benita M
With friends

Dit is rustig en gemaklik.

Lieflike plek. Die uitsig was asemrowend, en dit was baie rustig. Die warm badjie was 'n wenner. Ons het ook 'n bietjie die plaas verken en in die rivier swem was ook 'n hoofpunt. Die mense daar is ook baie gasvry. Ons sal definitief aanbeveel. Dit is rustig en gemaklik.

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It is peaceful and comfortable.

Lovely place. The view was breathtaking, and it was very peaceful. The hot tub was a winner. We also explored the farm a bit and swimming in the river was also a highlight. The people there are also very hospitable. We would definitely recommend. It is peaceful and comfortable.

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Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dear Benita

Thank you so much. We are so glad you had a marvelous time at Avani.

Kind regards,
Maya

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel
Kamila J - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kamila J
With friends

Lovely, comfortable stay. Not very warm inside, despite fire going and hot tub.

The stay was lovely and had an amazing hot tub with awesome views. The accommodation had not informed us that the road to the destination was flooded, so the drive took a bit longer as we had to find an alternative route. The place itself was quite cold and a slight wind came filtering through the door. The geyser also seemed faulty as there was no hot water available from the second day. The braai grid was also quite burnt and not very usable. I thoroughly enjoyed the amenities, and there was ample firewood for a cold weekend in winter.

Steven B - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Steven B
With partner

Great rustic stay.

Lovely stay but rustic. Better bedding, linen and towels would go a long way to improving the stay.

Robbie W - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Robbie W
With partner

Pure bliss.

Amazing, the hot tub was fired up and heated when we arrived. Great place and beautiful surroundings. Would highly recommend it.

Youlanda M - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Youlanda M
With partner

Worth the money and would do it again.

Excellent and private. Amazing.

David B - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
David B
With partner

Magical and relaxing.

Was awesome, loved the remoteness and the host was awesome.

N R - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
N R
With partner

Very nice.

It was very nice. We enjoyed it very much.

Samantha R - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Samantha R
With friends

Rustige, stil en ontspanne wegbreek.

Ons het vir 5 aande by die verblyf gebly. Dit is op 'n baie mooi plek geleë. Jy kan die sonsondergang elke aand uit die hottub geniet. Die plekkie is netjies en skoon, en het alles wat jy benodig. Dit is ook baie veilig. Die enigste twee goed waaroor ek kan kla is dat daar verskriklik baie vlieë was (vir seker die tyd van die jaar) en dat hulle dalk blindings kan installeer. By die kamer aan die agterkant skyn die son in die oggend reguit op die bed (vir die laatslapers) en ook by die hottub. Met die middagson raak dit baie warm daar binne en skyn reguit in. Verder het ons ons tydjie baie geniet en dit was regtig 'n stil, rustige wegbreek van alles af. Sal definitief weer besoek.

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Peaceful, quiet and relaxing getaway.

We stayed at the accommodation for 5 nights. It is located in a very nice place. You can enjoy the sunset every night from the hot tub. The place is neat and clean, and has everything you need. It is also very safe. The only two things I can complain about are that there were an awful lot of flies (for sure the time of year) and that they might install blinds. In the room at the back, the sun shines directly on the bed in the morning (for the late sleepers) and also on the hot tub. With the afternoon sun it gets very hot in there and shines straight in. Other than that, we really enjoyed our time and it was really a quiet, peaceful break away from it all. Will definitely visit again.

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Stephan N - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Stephan N
With friends

Eenvoud in die beeldskone natuur.

Avani is in 'n pragtige streek geleë met wonderskone uitsigte en berge. Hermanus, wynlandgoedere en die Elgin-vallei is net om die draai. Die kol-kol was ook wonderlik warm in die koeler aande. Ons moes ongelukkig vroegtydig huis toe keer oor 'n noodkwessie. Al verbeteringe wat ek kan aanraai, is 'n bietjie opknapwerk m.b.t. een van die waterpype.

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Simplicity in the beautiful nature.

Avani is located in a beautiful region with wonderful views and mountains. Hermanus, wine estates and the Elgin Valley are just around the corner. The kol-kol was also wonderfully warm in the cooler evenings. Unfortunately we had to return home early due to an emergency issue. All improvements I can suggest is a bit of refurbishing regarding one of the water pipes.

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Sharwaan C - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sharwaan C
With partner

Rustig, veilig en mooi natuur.

Ek en my eggenoot het Avani Lodge baie lekker ervaar.

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Quiet, safe and beautiful nature.

My husband and I had a great experience at Avani Lodge.

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Jenine V - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jenine V
With partner

Just what you need for some time out!

Peaceful, quiet and beautiful. Just what you need for some time out. Watch the sunset over the mountains and stargaze at night is magnificent. The jacuzzi was hot on arrival with wood stacked for it and the fireplace. The place was neat and clean. I would highly recommend it for future visitors. A load shedding schedule would be nice if it was made available. Flies are abundant and off-putting.

Dene J - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Dene J
With partner

Ons kon so lekker rus in die stilte en lekker in die warmbad le.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Ons het wel gesukkel met vlieë. Maar dit was glad nie so erg nie, niks wat doom kon regmaak nie.

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We could rest so well in the silence and lie in the hot tub.

We had a very nice stay. We did struggle with flies. But it wasn't that bad at all, nothing that could fix doom.

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Darryl S - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Darryl S
With partner

Rustic and off the grid!

Rustic and escapist.

Anneke D - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Anneke D
With partner

Dit was 'n aangename naweek, maar die huisie kort redelik baie aandag.

Die Kol Kol en uitsig was ongelooflik, maar die huisie is bietjie afgeleef en kort aandag, veral die deure en die badkamer aangesien dit 'n baie muwe reuk het wat deur trek na die kamer. Die yskas en veral die vriesgedeelte het 'n besonderse slegte reuk gehad en ons wou dus nie die yskas gebruik nie.

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It was a pleasant weekend, but the cottage needs quite a lot of attention.

The Kol Kol and view were amazing, but the cottage is a bit tired and needs attention, especially the doors and the bathroom as it has a very musty smell that permeates the room. The fridge and especially the freezer part had a particularly bad smell and we therefore did not want to use the fridge.

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Morne O - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Morne O
With partner

Nooit weer nie.

Hopeloos te duur vir wat mens kry. Die meubels is oud en lyk verskriklik sleg (geen leer banke soos geadverteer nie, dis 'pleather'). Die mure is vuil en dit vertoon geen instandhouding nie. Die 'dishwasher' se seep le in 'n ou bakkie eenkant en het al vergaan met tyd en gesmelt. Die tweede kamer se bed was nie eers opgemaak nie en het ook nie 'n duvet-oortreksel op gehad nie. Die stort is verstop, die hele badkamer is onder water as 'n mens stort. Die skuifdeure is almal 'n pes om toe te maak, die wind waai en daar is geen plek ook om enige deur in te haak nie, jy moet maar 'n klip soek en voor die deur sit. Geen gordyne of 'blinds' nie. Alles is oop en enigiemand kan in die huis inkyk sou hulle wil. Die vlieëslaners le die wereld vol, maar geen ander moeite word gedoen om vlieë te vang of weg te hou nie. Vir hierdie prys is dit nie die moeite werd nie, dalk R600 per nag - maar nie 'n sent meer nie. Ons het wel die warm bad en uitsig geniet, maar buite dit, nooit weer sal ek die dienste van hierdie sogenaamde 'lodge' gebruik nie.

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Never again.

Hopelessly overpriced for what you get. The furniture is old and looks terribly bad (no leather sofas as advertised, it's 'pleather'). The walls are dirty and it shows no maintenance. The 'dishwasher's' soap lies in an old bakkie to one side and has already deteriorated with time and melted. The second room's bed wasn't even made up and didn't even have a duvet cover on it. The shower is clogged, the whole bathroom is under water when one takes a shower. The sliding doors are all a pain to close, the wind blows and there is no place to hook any door either, you just have to find a stone and sit in front of the door. No curtains or 'blinds'. Everything is open and anyone can look into the house if they want. The world is full of fly swatters, but no other effort is made to catch or keep flies away. For this price it is not worth it, maybe R600 per night - but not a cent more. We did enjoy the hot tub and view, but other than that, never again will I use the services of this so-called 'lodge'.

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Rheino V - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Rheino V
With partner

Teleurstellend.

Ongelukkig is Avani Lodge nie die prys werd nie. Die huisies is bietjie afgeskeep. Die deure en vensters kan nie sluit nie en privaatheid is baie beperk. Ewald was baie vriendelik en het kom seker maak dat ons gemaklik is, maar ongelukkig was dit die hoogtepunt. Ons het baie gesukkel met die warm water, wat baie teleurstellend was, want die bad/stort was een van die dinge waarna ons die meeste uitgesien het. Alhoewel ek die epos gemis het wat gese het dat mens jou eie vuuraanstekers en vuurhoutjies moet saam bring, voel ek, vir die prys wat mens betaal, is dit nie onregverdig om te verwag dat hierdie gereedskap gerus kan voorsien word nie. Veral omdat alles met gas werk en mens redelik afhanklik is van vuur om warm te bly.

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Disappointing.

Unfortunately, Avani Lodge is not worth the price. The houses are a bit neglected. The doors and windows cannot be locked and privacy is very limited. Ewald was very friendly and came to make sure we were comfortable, but unfortunately that was the highlight. We had a lot of trouble with the hot water, which was very disappointing as the bath/shower was one of the things we looked forward to the most. Although I missed the e-mail that said to bring your own fire lighters and matches, I feel, for the price one pays, it is not unfair to expect these tools to be provided. Especially since everything works with gas and you are quite dependent on fire to stay warm.

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Roald A - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Roald A
With partner

Sabastian and hottub the highlight lekker maar nie die geld werd nie jammer.

Probleme wat deur hoeveel mense al bespreek is word nie aangespreek nie. Ons het ook die gas kwessie gehad bottels leeg moes maar self bottels skuif net om te sien dat kombuis se bottel ook leeg is. Plek nie skoon nie weet dit is rustic maar dit voel nie skoon nie. Gordyne sal bietjie privaatheid bied, deure kan nie sluit nie en roosters is net geroes nie maar val uitmekaar. Daar kort bietjie maintenance en tenminste 'n kurk trekker. Moes maar self hout aanry met kruiwa. Braai word net so voorlangs gepak, doen 'n ding ordentlik of los dit.

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Sabastian and hottub the highlight nice but not worth the money sorry.

Problems that have been discussed by many people are not addressed. We also had the gas issue empty bottles but had to move bottles ourselves only to see that the kitchen's bottle was also empty. Place not clean know it's rustic but it doesn't feel clean. Curtains will provide some privacy, doors can't lock and grills are just rusted but falling apart. It needs a little maintenance and at least a corkscrew. Had to bring in wood myself with a wheelbarrow. Braai is packed just like that, do something decent or leave it.

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Charlene Cloete C - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charlene Cloete C
With partner

Delicious.

It was really a good experience. Very peaceful location.

Lhani B - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lhani B
With partner

Onverwagte avontuur.

Ek en my man het ons huweliksherdenking by Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve gevier. Die eienaar van die plaas, Ewald Groenewald, het ons ontmoet toe ons daar aankom. Die vuurbad was reeds warm gestook. Ons het die amazingste uitsigte oor die natuur gehad. Ons was verras met beskuit en koffiefilter. Die Sondag voordat ons moes uitboek, het die ergste storm wat ons ooit beleef het, Botrivier getref. Ons kombuisarea se dak het afgewaai en daar het talle bome om ons gebreek. Die rivier het so hoog opgekom dat beide uitgange weggespoel het waar ons vir 4 dae langer moes bly - teen geen ekstra onkostes nie. Die eienaar het ons en 2 ander paartjies in 'n huis op een van die buurplase gesit en het uit sy pad gegaan om ons te help met kos en water. Selfs met die storm en die skade wat hulle gely het, het Ewald en sy vrou altyd positief gebly en dadelik aan die werk gespring om die paaie toeganklik te maak en kos vir sy gaste voorsien. Ons sal beslis weer besoek en hulle definitief aanbeveel.

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Unexpected adventure.

My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve. The owner of the farm, Ewald Groenewald, met us when we arrived. The fire bath was already heated. We had the most amazing views of nature. We were surprised with biscuits and coffee filter. The Sunday before we had to check out, the worst storm we have ever experienced hit Botrivier. Our kitchen area's roof blew off and numerous trees broke around us. The river rose so high that both exits were washed away where we had to stay for 4 days longer - at no extra cost. The owner put us and 2 other couples in a house on one of the neighboring farms and went out of his way to help us with food and water. Even with the storm and the damage they suffered, Ewald and his wife always remained positive and immediately set to work to make the roads accessible and provide food for his guests. We will definitely visit again and definitely recommend them.

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Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Beste Lhani
Baie dankie vir heerlike terugvoer! Julle was ook sulke mooi "Troopers"
Ons sien daarna uit om julle weer op Avani te verwelkom!

Alles wat mooi is
Liza namens Ewald en Coreen.

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Marzelle B - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marzelle B
With partner

Heerlike, rustige wegbreek in die natuur.

As jy sukkel om te ontspan, is Avani Lodge die plek vir jou. Die rustigheid van die plaas en natuur laat jou geen ander keuse as om die mooigheid om jou in te neem nie. Ek en my lewensmaat het die verhitte swembad die meeste geniet. As jy in die aand in die verhitte swembad sit met die ligte af, sien jy die sterre helder skitter (ek sal dit definitief aanbeveel). Avani Lodge het ook 'n staproete wat gevolg kan word deur die rooi klippies te volg. Die staproete na die rivier het 'n beeldskone uitsig. Die eienaars is vriendelik en het 'n oulike geskenkie gelos. Ek beveel Avani Lodge vir almal aan.

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Lovely, peaceful getaway in nature.

If you struggle to relax, Avani Lodge is the place for you. The tranquility of the farm and nature leaves you no choice but to take in the beauty around you. My partner and I enjoyed the heated pool the most. If you sit in the heated pool in the evening with the lights off, you can see the stars shining bright (I would definitely recommend it). Avani Lodge also has a walking trail that can be followed by following the red pebbles. The walking route to the river has a beautiful view. The owners are friendly and left a cute gift. I recommend Avani Lodge to everyone.

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Frances S - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Frances S
With partner

Hemels.

Nader aan stilte en die natuur kan jy nie. Dis klein goedjies wat 'n verskil maak soos die jacuzzi wat alreeds warm was toe ons daar aankom. Ons gaan beslis weer!

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Heavenly.

You can't get any closer to silence and nature. It's little things that make a difference like the jacuzzi which was already hot when we got there. We will definitely go again!

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Gregory O - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gregory O
With partner

It was amazing. Very hidden away but the place itself was beautiful.

Absolutely stunning. Would definitely want to go again.

Marinel E - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marinel E
With partner

Vreedsaam, ontspannend, mooi.

Ons het hier verloof geraak in 2021 & ons kort wittebrood kom geniet in 2023. Ons sal die herinneringe van Avani Lodge vir altyd koester.

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Peaceful, relaxing, beautiful.

We got engaged here in 2021 & came to enjoy our short honeymoon in 2023. We will cherish the memories of Avani Lodge forever.

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Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Baie dankie vir jou mooi woorde, Marinel
Nogmaals geluk met julle herdenking. Mag daar nog vele wees.
Ons geniet julle besoeke aan Avani en hoop om julle binnekort weer te sien.

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Samantha D - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Samantha D
With partner

A lovely break from the hustle and bustle.

If you're needing a break in nature, definitely have a look at Avani! Nestled in amongst pine trees, the most noise you'll hear is the breeze through the trees. We stayed at Oyster Cottage and absolutely loved being able to just unwind with a book under the terrace, relax in the hot tub and braai our nights away. We left Avani feeling relaxed and revitalised - definitely recommend it!

Linda R - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Linda R
With partner

Fantastic experience!

We had the most amazing experience at Avani this past weekend. Absolute tranquility with nothing but the sound of birds and the wind blowing through the pine trees. We wanted for nothing as we had all the comforts we needed. We were supplied with more than enough wood for the weekend and received a wonderful gift from Ewald (the owner) who is a most gracious host!

Piet T - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Piet T
With partner

Heerlike rustige verblyf. Die "hot tub" is 'n wenner.

'n Heerlike ontspannende paar dae in 'n skoon plekkie met alles wat nodig is en 'n uitsonderlike gasheer. Werklik die moeite werd om te besoek.

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Lovely peaceful stay. The "hot tub" is a winner.

A lovely relaxing few days in a clean place with everything you need and an exceptional host. Really worth visiting.

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Roy C - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Roy C
With partner

Lekker stil.

Baie aangenaam en mooi hout word elke dag aangedra vir warm bad.

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Nice quiet.

Very pleasant and beautiful wood is brought in every day for a hot bath.

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

Natuur, rustig, prentjie mooi.

Ons het ons eerste huweliksherdenking daar gevier en kon nie 'n beter plek gekies het nie, rustig, mooi en die warm swembadtjie is 'n wenner gewees, sal definitief weer.

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Nature, calm, beautiful picture.

We celebrated our first wedding anniversary there and couldn't have chosen a better place, peaceful, beautiful and the hot pool was a winner, will definitely go again.

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Lungiswa M - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Lungiswa M
With partner

We enjoyed our time away from the busy world.

They should change the bed. It is uncomfortable.

Lynn T - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynn T
With partner

Cabin in the woods.

We loved our stay at Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve - we stayed in the Oyster Self Catering Unit. Ewald was friendly and welcoming - he brought some lovely coffee and rusks. We celebrated our 1-year wedding anniversary and really enjoyed the pre-heated wood-fired Jacuzzi on Friday. There is sufficient wood for braaing and to heat the Jacuzzi. It's fully self-catering with all the basic amenities, which we loved. Our only issue with the stay was that there was mold in the bath and on the floor of the shower, and as the unit is open-plan, it smelled like mold.

Sonya F - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Sonya F
With partner

Peaceful, beautiful and complete rest.

We had a lovely time in a beautiful private cottage. Views are stunning and are high up in the mountains. Cottage is enclosed with pine trees. We enjoyed the outside shower and the hot tubs in the evening! It is a special place and we will definitely visit again!

Michael J - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Michael J
With partner

Excellent in the rainy weather.

The owner upgraded our unit at no additional cost due to bad weather. However, the gas tank was empty and we had to endure a cold shower. Otherwise, excellent stay in rainy and cold conditions.

Monika B - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Monika B
With partner

Baie rustic, onromantiese wegbreek.

Die dak het gelek, die vensters was gekraak en het ook gelek. Daar was nie altyd water in die krane beskikbaar nie en dit was ook nie warm nie. Ons kon dus nie stort nie. Daar is baie counterspace om op kos te maak en dit het my laat voel asof ek kamp. Die plek het net nie aan my verwagtinge voldoen nie a.g.v. die prys. Ek het 'n romantiese wegbreek verwag. Die mure was ook vuil en gechip gewees. Daar is nie gordyne nie. Ook nie in die slaapkamer nie en die ander huisies se gaste kan verbyloop en inkyk. Wat positief is, is dat hulle die hot tub vir ons gereed kry.

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Very rustic, unromantic getaway.

The roof was leaking, the windows were cracked and leaking too. There was not always water available in the taps and it was not hot either. So we couldn't take a shower. There is a lot of counterspace to make on food and it made me feel like I was camping. The place just didn't live up to my expectations because the price. I expected a romantic getaway. The walls were also dirty and chipped. There are no curtains. Not in the bedroom either and the guests of the other houses can walk past and look in. What is positive is that they get the hot tub ready for us.

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Marius D - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Marius D

Die eienaar het na ure daar aangekom en homself voorgestel.

Die plek was ok, maar met aankoms was daar geen warm water. Dit het seker na 'n paar ure herstel toe die warm water stelsel herstel is. Ons het ook vir 'n lang tyd, ongeveer 3 ure, sonder water gesit voordat dit herstel was. Daar was geen ligte voorsien tydens 'n kragonderbreking, en op die Sondag was daar geen water. Met ons vertrek om 09h00 was daar nog steeds geen water. Nee, ek sal nie weer daar bespreek nie.

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The owner arrived after hours and introduced himself.

The place was ok, but on arrival there was no hot water. It must have recovered after a few hours when the hot water system was repaired. We also sat without water for a long time, about 3 hours, before it was restored. There were no lights provided during a power outage, and on Sunday there was no water. When we left at 09h00 there was still no water. No, I will not book there again.

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Lourie D - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Lourie D
With partner

Baie terleurgesteld en glad nie waarde vir geld nie.

Was baie teleurgesteld in die huisie, afgesien van die mooi omgewing en die "hot tub". Alles is afgeleef en voel verwaarloos. Een klein "bar fridge" vir 'n hele naweek se kos is nie voldoende nie. Die perseel is verwaarloos met afgekapte bome en dooie takke oral langs die paaie en tussen die huise. Ek is bewus dat dit in die natuur is, maar die vlieë in die huis was ondraaglik - so dat jy niks eers kan uitsit om te eet en te geniet saam 'n glas wyn nie. Die stort se warm water is kort-kort af, dan moet die kraan toegedraai word om die "pilot light" weer te laat werk, so jy moet heeltyd rondspring tussen die koue en dan vuurwarm water. Die kombuis voel net goor! Die rooster vir die braai is baie deurgebraai.

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Very disappointed and not value for money at all.

Was very disappointed in the cottage, apart from the beautiful surroundings and the "hot tub". Everything is run down and feels neglected. One small "bar fridge" for an entire weekend's food is not sufficient. The site is neglected with felled trees and dead branches everywhere along the roads and between the houses. I am aware that it is in nature, but the flies in the house were unbearable - so that you can't even put anything out to eat and enjoy with a glass of wine. The shower's hot water is off every now and then, then the tap has to be turned off to make the "pilot light" work again, so you have to keep jumping around between the cold and then blazing hot water. The kitchen just feels gross! The grill for the braai is very well done.

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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Benjamin V - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Benjamin V
With partner

Great place!

Great place at a great price.

Sonja F - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sonja F
With friends

Baie ontspannend! In die natuur. 'n Mens kan gaan stap,draf of ry na nabye wynplase in die area.

Indien daar aanbevelings gemaak kan word, sal ons dink 'n sleutel om die deure te sluit kan help met gemoedsrus aangesien al jou waardevolle goed in die huisie is. Lugverkoeling op 'n warm somersaand kan ideaal werk.

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Very relaxing! In nature. One can go walking, jogging or driving to nearby wine farms in the area.

If recommendations can be made, we would think a key to lock the doors would help with peace of mind as all your valuables are in the cottage. Air cooling on a hot summer evening can work ideally.

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Octavia A - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Octavia A
With partner

It was amazing.

They should just ensure that the gas tanks are full and see that the swimming pool is clean in case visitors would like to swim.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Thank you Octavia. We loved having you at Avani. We take note of your good feedback. Thank you.

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Veandre A - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Veandre A
With partner

Rustige en ontspannende, romantiese wegbreek.

Geen televisie en wifi. Net die rustige natuur en die geselskap van jou partner en natuurlik die KolKol hot tub op die stoep maak als perfek! Ons het heerlike beskuit, olywe en filterkoffie gekry. Hierdie romantiese plekkie sal ek beslis aanbeveel!

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Peaceful and relaxing, romantic getaway.

No television and wifi. Only the peaceful nature and the company of your partner and of course the KolKol hot tub on the stoep make everything perfect! We got delicious biscuits, olives and filter coffee. I would definitely recommend this romantic spot!

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Jacques K - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacques K
With partner

Very relaxing.

Very quiet, hot tub was amazing, nice walking trails, loved it.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dankie Jacques. Ons sien daarna uit om julle terug te verwelkom.

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Zandria M - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zandria M
With partner

Kos vir die siel.

Ons het so lekker gekuier! Ons was ontmoet met 'n warm KolKol en was meeste van ons kuier in dit. Dit was rustig en ons kon net ontspan. Sal definitief weer gaan.

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Food for the soul.

We had such a good time! We were met with a warm KolKol and spent most of our visit in it. It was peaceful and we could just relax. Will definitely go again.

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Dankie Zandria. Ons sien daarna uit om julle terug te verwelkom.

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Karin A - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin A
With partner

Beautiful, relaxing, friendly, tranquil.

The house was fully stocked and clean. The views are to die for. The staff were super friendly. I wanted to take Sebastian the cat home with me. He is the cutest thing on this planet. We will definitely be back. Was so peaceful and relaxing. They really have done an amazing job.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Thank you Karin,
We loved having you at Avani!
Sebastian is looking out for your return and so are we.

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Adél A - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adél A
With partner

Beautiful as always.

The scenery is breathtaking.

Emily V - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Emily V
With partner

Ons lekkerste wegbreek nog ooit.

Die uitsigte is asemrowend, die kliëntediens uitstekend en ons is verlief op die reusagtige Sebastian-kat. Ons sal beslis weer by Avani Lodge kuier. A true hidden gem.

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Our best getaway ever.

The views are breathtaking, the customer service excellent and we are in love with the giant Sebastian cat. We will definitely visit Avani Lodge again. A true hidden gem.

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Baie dankie Emily. Mooi woorde en lekker om te hoor. Ons hoop om julle weer op Avani te verwelkom. Sebastian wag.

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Fiona V - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fiona V
With partner

Awesome.

Was vreeslik lekker gewees.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dankie Fiona. Dit was lekker om julle op Avani te he. Ons hoop om julle terug te verwelkom.

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Karin A - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin A
With partner

Hidden gem.

What an amazing place. Owner very friendly, made you feel so welcomed. Loved Sebastiaan the cat who stayed the whole weekend with us.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dankie Karin
Ons is bly dat julle dit so geniet het.
Hoop om julle binnekort weer terug te verwelkom by Avani.

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Carike B - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carike B
With partner

Belewenis, amazing natuur, rustig.

Dit was 'n belewenis, die rustigheid en die natuur was amazing en doen 'n mens se siel goed. Die gereelde inloer van Sebastian die kat was 'n plus. Dit was 'n great naweek en alles was voorsien wat ons benodig gehad het. Ek sal definitief Avani weer aanbeveel.

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Experience, amazing nature, peaceful.

It was an experience, the tranquility and nature was amazing and does one's soul good. The frequent visits from Sebastian the cat was a plus. It was a great weekend and everything we needed was provided. I would definitely recommend Avani again.

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Dankie vir jou heerlike terugvoer Carike.
Ons sien daarna uit om julle terug te verwelkom by Avani.

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Juanita S - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Juanita S
With partner

Great stay!

This place will offer you peace and tranquility. It is a rustic setup with beautiful views and the farm's animals will come and greet you. No amenities were provided(as advertised), but plenty of wood is provided for the hot tub and braai. The area is safe and hidden away in a forest like setup. Some houses are closer to one another than others, thus if you want complete privacy, I will recommend that you choose the bigger option chalets. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Thank you Juanita.
We loved having you at Avani.
Looking forward to your next visit.

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Andrea S - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andrea S
With partner

Eenvoud en stilte in die natuur.

Ek en my man het vir ons wittebrood na Avani toe gegaan en ons kon nie vir 'n meer ideale en romantiese ervaring gevra het nie. Die buite-kombuis, die warmbad en die 'bottomless' houtvoorraad is alles wat 'n mense voor kan wens vir so 'n spesiale geleentheid. Ek sal wel vir toekomstige kuiergaste aanraai om genoeg afweermiddel vir die vlieë in te pak (hulle hou bietjie partytjie daar deur die dag) asook jou eie kussings, indien jy 'n fermer kussing verkies. 'n Ongelooflike ervaring en skitterende waarde vir geld.

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Simplicity and silence in nature.

My husband and I went to Avani for our honeymoon and we couldn't have asked for a more ideal and romantic experience. The outdoor kitchen, the hot tub and the 'bottomless' wood supply are everything that people could wish for for such a special occasion. I would advise future visitors to pack enough repellent for the flies (they have a bit of a party there during the day) as well as your own pillows, if you prefer a firmer pillow. An incredible experience and brilliant value for money.

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Anieke D - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anieke D
With friends

Dit was die most amazing aand ever! Stilte.

Die eienaar het sekergemaak hy gee die beste bed en goeie kwaliteit beddegoed. So 10/10!

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It was the most amazing night ever! Silence.

The owner made sure he gave the best bed and good quality bedding. So 10/10!

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Kristin A - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kristin A
With friends

The perfect way to start the new year away from all the distractions.

Extremely beautiful place, offering so much tranquility. This is definitely a hidden gem. We enjoyed the hot tub, pool and fire area. They are also very generous with the wood. Thank you for an amazing stay. Would definitely come back again.

Brenton B - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Brenton B
With friends

An absolute delight.

I would love to come back again soon, its such a special place, it was my third time there, and actually my favourite of the lot.

Najuwa B - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Najuwa B

Stunning place, beautiful view.

Our host was very friendly, thank you to Ewald for always coming by to check if we were OK, with his friendly dogs and friendly cat Sabastian who visited us, The place was super clean and tidy, loved the bed and bedding. Loved the indoor/outdoor living area. I will recommend the place to anyone. We had a wonderful weekend. The photos we saw are exactly what we saw on arrival. Equipped with everything you need in the place. Thank you Ewald, your place is stunning.

Elize K - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Elize K
With partner

Lekker rustig gekuier in die natuur.

So stil en so rustig. Die bed slaap lekker. Ingerig met alles wat jy nodig het.

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A nice relaxing time in nature.

So quiet and so peaceful. The bed sleeps well. Furnished with everything you need.

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Dankie Elize. Ons sien daarna uit om julle terug te verwelkom.

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Jeanri S - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jeanri S
With partner

Romantiese rustic wegbreek.

Ongelooflike interessante argitektuur, baie netjies skoon en gemaklik ingerig. Pragtige views. Wonderlike warmbad, braai en kuier area.

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Romantic rustic getaway.

Incredibly interesting architecture, very neatly clean and comfortably furnished. Beautiful views. Wonderful hot tub, barbecue and social area.

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Dankie vir jou mooi woorde Jeanri
Ons het dit geniet om julle op Avani te he.
Ons hoop om julle gou terug te verwelkom.

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Adele W - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Adele W
With partner

Dit was heerlik gewees, net baie warm en in die son terwyl ons buite was.

Al negatiewe terugvoering wat ek wel kan gee is die braai en Jacuzzi area is direk in die son. Dit sal baie lekker wees as daar 'n afdak of ten minste sambrele of iets buite is. Ons het so warm gekry in die son. Gelukkig het ons self 'n sambreel saamgevat wat bietjie gehelp het darem. Verder het ons heerlik gebly.

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It had been lovely, just very hot and in the sun while we were outside.

All negative feedback I can give is the braai and Jacuzzi area is directly in the sun. It would be very nice if there was a canopy or at least umbrellas or something outside. We got so hot in the sun. Fortunately, we took an umbrella with us, which at least helped a little. Other than that we had a wonderful stay.

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Cecille H - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Cecille H
With partner

Dit was lieflik.

Baie werd en stel definitief belang om weer te besoek.

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It was lovely.

Great value and definitely interested in visiting again.

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Dankie Cecille. Ons sien daarna uit om julle terug the verwelkom.

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Arno B - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Arno B
With partner

Rustig en stil.

Klein eenheid, met gasstort en -stoof. Dit beteken loadshedding het nie 'n te groot impak nie. Vuurhout word gratis voorsien en die eienaar het gesorg dat die warmbad warm genoeg is op die 2 dae wat ons nie daar was om dit self te doen nie. Wees net gewaarsku, die grondpad na Avani is nie in die wonderlikste toestand nie.

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Calm and quiet.

Small unit, with gas shower and stove. This means loadshedding does not have too great an impact. Firewood is provided free of charge and the owner made sure the hot tub was hot enough on the 2 days we weren't there to do it ourselves. Just be warned, the dirt road to Avani is not in the most amazing condition.

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Dankie vir gawe terugvoer Arno!
Ons het planne met die pad.
Ons hoop om julle weer op Avani te verwelkom.

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Charl V - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Charl V
With partner

Lekker rustig.

Lekker rustig, vars woud-reuk elke oggend met 'n koppie koffie. Baie stil, beste plek om te ontspan en af te skakel.

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Nice and quiet.

Nice and quiet, fresh forest smell every morning with a cup of coffee. Very quiet, best place to relax and switch off.

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Dankie Charl.

Ek is bly julle het dit geniet. Hoop ons sien julle binnekort weer.

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Nicki A - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Nicki A
With partner

It was a little bit of heaven, the area was amazing. Unfortunately major damp problems in the cottage we stayed in. Also, the security is quite bad, some of the doors and windows don't lock properly. Will definitely be back though.

Apart from the damp issues (terrible smell in the kitchen and main bedroom/bathroom), it was really lovely. Will definitely return, but to another cottage.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Thank you Nicki.
We have addressed the damp problem and all is ready for another relaxing visit.

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Anna-marie M - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anna-marie M
With partner

Gerieflike bed.

Avani Lodge is redelik afgesonder, dit was vir ons 'n verrassing om te sien dat dit redelik in die "boendoes" is, eienaar is besig met updates aan bestaande eenhede, hy kan dit dalk net oorweeg om by die ingang na die perseel bietjie op te ruim.

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Comfortable bed.

Avani Lodge is quite isolated, it was a surprise for us to see that it is quite in the "boondoes", owner is busy with updates to existing units, he might just consider adding a bit of light to the entrance to the premises too spacious

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Lindzay F - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Lindzay F
With partner

Lovely stay, very peaceful.

We would recommend fly catches. Lots of flies around.

Felix S - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
3/5
Felix S
With partner

Enduring wonderful accommodation.

From the initially booking, we were very excited to stay at Avani, which is advertised as being in the Hemel-en-Aarde wine valley. To prevent a long review, the following will be of the highlights and lowlights. Highlights: Fantastic view of the Botrivier Wine Valley. Excellent and efficient hot wat tub. Plenty of wood for hot water tub and fire. Central to the various towns with beautiful drives to get there. Lowlights. Abrupt bordering on rude host. Very rustic accommodation with no cupboards in bedrooms and minimal facilities. Inconsistent kitchen facilities. 3 glasses, 6 plastic tumblers and 12 mugs. During summer the West facing Parrastoel is extremely hot with no blinds or curtains to shelter from the direct sun the whole afternoon. During the day there is an influx of house flies and two of the four nights we had rats in the roof during the night. Although more poison was put out, the replacement of the hot tub water offered and a basic level of hospitality offered, we were disappointed with this stay. Especially as we had to book a minimum of 5 nights. Also, unless I am wrong this is definitely not situated in the Hemel-en-Aarde wine valley.

Sue L - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Sue L
With partner

Wonderful views and location. Place needs some serious tidying up. Out of control.

Flies ruined the time, causing unnecessary stress and tension. Millions of them! Pool was dirty and unusable. Quite sad as it's a really lovely location with lots of potential. Major disconnect between price and offering.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dear Sue,
We are sorry that you had a rare, uncomfortable experience. We have taken even more measures about the flies but as you can imagine, we cannot control nature 100%.
We scrub the hot tubs and refill them with fresh water before every new guest but cannot control when the wind comes up and blows nature into the pool.
Thank you for your feedback. We took note and action.

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Petra D - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Petra D
With partner

Nie wat ek gedink het nie, alhoewel die natuur die moeite werd is.

Die area is amazing! Die berge en natuur is beautiful! Avani word aanbeveel vir privaatheid en romanse, maar dit is egter nie heeltemal so nie. Gee die kliënte die keuse of hulle hul vensters graag wil toemaak of nie. Geen gordyne is voor die vensters van die kamers of die storte nie. 2 huise se inwoners kon my dogter dophou terwyl sy gestort het. Geen gordyne om die vensters toe te maak nie. My rondawel het ook nie gordyne gehad nie. Of omhein elke huisie met ordentlike mure wat nie deur gesien kan word nie. In my eenheid was geen gasstoof of mikrogolfoond nie, wat kosmaak 'n probleem gemaak het. Privaatheid en ongelooflik baie vlieë was 'n groot probleem vir my. Jammer dat dit nie die resensie is wat ek graag wou gee nie, maar ek moet eerlik wees.

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Not what I thought, although the nature is worth it.

The area is amazing! The mountains and nature are beautiful! Avani is recommended for privacy and romance, but it is not quite so. Give the customers the choice whether they would like to close their windows or not. No curtains are in front of the windows of the rooms or the showers. Residents of 2 houses were able to watch my daughter while she showered. No curtains to cover the windows. My rondavel didn't have curtains either. Or fence every little house with decent walls that can't be seen through. There was no gas stove or microwave in my unit, which made cooking a problem. Privacy and an incredible amount of flies was a big problem for me. Sorry that this is not the review I wanted to give, but I have to be honest.

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Chad L - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chad L
With partner

Best place to get away from the chaos.

I would add a TV or a microwave but other than that the place is perfect for couple who want to relax and do very little.

Riana R - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Riana R
With partner

Rustige verblyf in die dennewoud.

Die huisie was perfek geleë tussen die dennebome, met die verhitte bad onder die afdak by die braai beslis 'n wenner. Netjiese slaap- en badkamer met klip uitgelê, met 'n gerieflike bed.

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Peaceful accommodation in the pine forest.

The cottage was perfectly situated amongst the pine trees, with the heated bath under the canopy by the braai definitely a winner. Neat bedroom and bathroom laid out in stone, with a comfortable bed.

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Elarial P - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elarial P
With friends

Refreshing, exciting, perfect.

Ewald was an amazing host, came out to main road when we got lost. Very friendly and attentive to our needs. Word of advise check geyser setting outside before taking showers, as it is a freezing cold awakening if it's not turned up. Plenty of wood and Gas. Hot tub at Hen of the Woods.

Marinel E - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marinel E
With partner

My kêrel het my gevra om te trou voor die vuurtjie by Avani Lodge.

Dit kon nie meer perfek wees nie! Avani Lodge sal altyd 'n groot plek in my hart hê. Dit is baie rustig en pragtig. Ons kan nie wag om weer te gaan nie!

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My boyfriend asked me to marry him in front of the fire at Avani Lodge.

It couldn't be more perfect! Avani Lodge will always have a big place in my heart. It is very peaceful and beautiful. We can't wait to go again!

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Aidan L - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Aidan L
With partner

Peaceful, relaxing and secluded.

Awesome place to go and have some alone time relaxing in the jacuzzi with the fire going. Wine farm as well as you get on the dirt road on the way to the reserve as well Hermanus about 25km away for activities during the day. Great walking and hiking trail at the reserve with amazing views.

Candice L - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Candice L
With partner

Best ever.

The cat was a treat!

Alainna S - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alainna S
With friends

Off the grid getaway.

It's an amazing place with great views of nature. Definitely somewhere I would stay again.

Andrea V - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andrea V
With partner

Perfect getaway amongst the trees, loved it

We stayed in Pine Ring, the only thing I would change would be to put up a screen on the one side of the outside area, as I did feel a little uncomfortable walking around in my costume and the other places could look down onto us if they really wanted to. But besides that, it was absolutely breathtaking and we had a glorious time and Sebastian, the resident cat, was a delight

Rionetta A - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rionetta A
With partner

Wonderlik. Geen klagtes nie.

Sien sterre.

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Wonderful. No complaints.

See stars.

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Willie K - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willie K
With friends

Baie lekker.

Baie lekker. Sal dit aanbeveel.

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Very nice.

Very nice. Would recommend it.

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Dankie Willie
Ons sien julle graag weer!

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George F - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
George F
With partner

Unbelievable.

If you want to break away for the city noise and just want to relax, Avani Lodge is the place to go. The stars at night are amazing.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Thank you so much George!
We definitely enjoy our pleased guests as much as you enjoy Avani.
We hope to see you back at Avani soon.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel
Francois T - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois T
With partner

Absolutely incredible!

My partner and I would like to give a huge thank you to Oom Ewald for his genuine hospitality and warmness upon our arrival and throughout. I would honestly give Avani a 10/10 rating and my partner and I will definitely be returning in the near future. Stunning, rejuvenating and a happy experience are all we can say to sum up the weekend. Thanks a lot!

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Thank you very much, Francois.
It truly was a pleasure to have you as guests at Avani!
We would love to see you again soon.

All the best for 2021
Liza on behalf of Ewald

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

Privaat, romanties, naby aan die natuur.

Perfekte plek om te herlaai. Na aan die natuur, mooi omgewing. Verblyf is gerieflik het alles wat jy nodig het.

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Private, romantic, close to nature.

Perfect place to recharge. Close to nature, beautiful surroundings. Accommodation is comfortable has everything you need.

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Talmari M - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Talmari M
With partner

Genotvol, rustig.

Die ligging van Avani Lodge is perfek, jy sal nie 'n beter plek kry om uit te rus nie. Ons sal beslis weer kom om te kom afskakel.

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Enjoyable, peaceful.

The location of Avani Lodge is perfect, you won't find a better place to rest. We will definitely be coming back to switch off.

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Pearl-anne B - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pearl-anne B
With partner

Absolutely phenomenal.

Staying at Avani was exactly what we needed. The tranquility was amazing. Thank you to an amazing host.

Johan S - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan S
With partner

Ontspannend, goeie ligging.

Die huisie was goed ingerig en die warm bad is 'n wenner!

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Relaxing, good location.

The cottage was well appointed and the hot tub is a winner!

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Natasha V - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Natasha V
With friends

Kos vir jou siel.

Die beste bestemming om innerlike rus en vrede te vind. Natuurskoon so ver soos die oog kan sien, bitter mooi en die moeite werd om te besoek.

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Food for your soul.

The best destination to find inner peace. Natural beauty as far as the eye can see, very beautiful and worth visiting.

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

Baie lekker gekuier. So rustig en weg van die stad se gejaag.

Heerlike wegbreek van stad se gejaag.

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Had a great time. So peaceful and away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Great break from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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Pierre S - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Pierre S
Family with teenagers

Lekker konsep. Wonderlike uitsig.

Fasiliteit kort aandag. Heelwat deure sukkel om oop te maak. Algemene afronding en opknapping in en om huis moet gedoen word. Kommentaar moet nie as negatief gesien word nie, net om eienaars te help.

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Nice concept. Wonderful view.

Facility needs attention. Many doors are difficult to open. General finishing and renovation in and around the house must be done. Comments should not be seen as negative, just to help owners.

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Adél A - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Adél A
With partner

The atmosphere was very relaxing!

Great winter getaway! Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Only feedback I have is that the unit needs some renovations and upgrades.

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

Rustig.

Alles in orde, was rustig en goed vir my siel. Het 'n aangename verrassing gekry van 'n botteltjie olywe. Baie dierbaar.

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Restful.

All in order, was peaceful and good for my soul. Got a pleasant surprise of a bottle of olives. Very dear.

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Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dankie Mandy
Ons sien julle graag weer!

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Izabell P - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Izabell P
With partner

Oulik, huisie net geen privaatheid nie. Glad nie beskud teen wind nie. Net 1 aand gebly ipv 2 aande.

Krag nie gewerk, koue water. Relings vir handdoeke nodig. Huis moet privaat gemaak word.

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Cute, cottage just no privacy. Not sheltered from wind at all. Only stayed 1 night instead of 2 nights.

Power not working, cold water. Rails for towels needed. Home should be made private.

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Jose N - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Jose N
With partner

Overrated.

The accommodation is average. The bath was painted and peeling all over not as per pictures on web. The kettle had a crack in spout and dripped as you poured. Frying pan cover had to be retrieved from the back of the cupboard as it was lodged in the back and never used. Local barking dog that runs around the chalets and barks continuously when in area. Was awoken 7:20am on Saturday morning with dog barking at my door. Manager showed an attempt to retrieve the dog during the day supposingly reported from another chalet. The surrounding areas around seems mostly under construction with pipes, cement, building goods and rubble spread all around which does not give that pleasant feel when trying to walk around in nature. On entering the reserve one can notice the deterioration in the entrance area and surrounds. The place is lovely if you walk away from the accommodation area and stroll into the mountains with lovely views. Going back again, unlikely. I braaied stepping continuously over a 20 mm black hose coming from the kol kol only to have it removed on the last day when leaving. Overall I personally with wife would not return as you can experience other places way more maintained and at a lessor rate.

Martie K - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Martie K
With partner

Baie afgesonder, val nie in almal se smaak nie.

Baie afgesonder, rustige omgewing en die akkommodasie is maar baie basies amper soos om te kamp. Ons het ons tyd daar geniet om dan ook verskeie wynplase in die omgewing te besoek. Die splashpool op die stoep was ook heerlik.

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Very secluded, not to everyone's taste.

Very secluded, peaceful environment and the accommodation is very basic almost like camping. We enjoyed our time there and then also visited several wine farms in the area. The splash pool on the porch was also lovely.

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Malika M - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Malika M
With partner

Relaxing stay. Highly recommend Avani.

We had a fantastic stay at Avani Lodge! It was secluded and private. We'll definitely be back.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dear Malika
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay so thoroughly and are looking forward to welcoming you back to Avani.

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Patrick C - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Patrick C
With partner

Puik! Altyd lekker by oom Ewald. Sou aanbeveel vir enige iemand wat n perfekte wegbreek of selfs 'n klein vakansie.

Puik wegbreek plek vir 'n klein gesin of 'n paartjie. Stap roetes, swembad/warmbad, baie lekker slaapplek en vir my persoonlik die braaigeriewe. Fantasties.

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Great! Always good at Uncle Ewald's. Would recommend to anyone looking for a perfect getaway or even a small vacation.

Great getaway place for a small family or a couple. Walking trails, swimming pool/hot tub, very nice place to sleep and for me personally the braai facilities. Fantastic.

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Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Baie dankie vir jou lekker woorde!
Ons geniet dit om julle hier te he,
Mag die jaar Mooi uitdraai en ons julle weer sien.

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Michelle V - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michelle V
With partner

Dit was die beste naweek in 'n baie lang ruk. Baie dankie vir oom Ewald en sy vrou, vreeslike nice mense!

Julle sien ons baie beslis weer.

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It was the best weekend in a very long time. Many thanks to uncle Ewald and his wife, very nice people!

You will definitely see us again.

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Liewe Michelle,
Ons is So bly julle het dit so geniet!
Ons sien daarna uit om julle weer te sien op Avani!
Mag 2021 'n skitterende jaar wees vir julle!

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Cornelius V - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cornelius V
With partner

Ons kuier het al ons verwagtinge oortref danksy die ruimhartigheid van die gasheer.

Die gasheer was baie bedagsaam en het uit sy pad gegaan om ons kuier onvergeetlik te maak. Avani is meer as net 'n toerisme bestemming - dis soos 'n familie reunie. Ons kom beslis weer.

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Our visit exceeded all our expectations thanks to the generosity of the host.

The host was very thoughtful and went out of his way to make our stay memorable. Avani is more than just a tourist destination - it's like a family reunion. We will definitely come again.

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Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Baie dankie Cornelius.

Dit was lekker om julle as gaste op Avani te he. Ons sien daarna uit om julle weer te verwelkom.

Liza namens Ewald

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Jolene B - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jolene B
With partner

Amazing

The hospitality was amazing, Ewald is a super host, as well as everyone there. We saw baboons, different beautiful bird types, rabbits and different types of lizards. I would definitely go again.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Thank you for your lovely review, Jolene.
It was an absolute pleasure to have you as a guest!
We are looking forward to seeing you again.

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

Beste wegbreek as jy wil vlug van die stad se lawaai na stilte, tussen niks en nêrens.

Vriendelikste verwelkoming en afsien van Oom Ewald. Dis regtig 'n romantiese plek vir enige paartjie wat net mekaar se geselskap wil geniet in die oop natuur en wegbreek van die alledaagse gejaag! Jacuzzi was reeds warm met aankoms en die vuurtjie kon heelaand brand. Gaan vir seker terug.

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Best getaway if you want to escape from the city's noise to silence, between nothing and nowhere.

Kindest welcome and farewell from Uncle Ewald. It's really a romantic place for any couple who just want to enjoy each other's company in the open nature and get away from the everyday hustle and bustle! Jacuzzi was already hot on arrival and the fire could burn all night. Going back for sure.

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Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Baie dankie vir die heerlike woorde! Dit was 'n plesier om julle hier te he. Ons hoop ons sien julle gou weer!

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Eurica E - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eurica E
With partner

Lovely place!

Such a lovely place to break away for the weekend!

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dear Eurica,
Thank you for your lovely review.
We loved having you as guests and is looking forward to welcoming you back to Avani!

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Dedre B - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dedre B
With partner

Mees amazing wegbreek.

Briljante kliëntediens en doen soveel moeite, was beslis die lekkerste plek waar ons al ooit gebly het. Sal definitief weer soontoe gaan.

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Most amazing getaway.

Brilliant customer service and going the extra mile, definitely the nicest place we've ever stayed. Will definitely go there again.

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Beste Dedre,
Dankie vir jou heerlike resensie!
Ons sien daarna uit om julle terug te verwelkom!

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Justin F - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Justin F
With partner

Peace and tranquillity at its finest

A lovely, quiet and peaceful setting surrounded by nature. No noise, no hustle and bustle of the city - pure bliss. The privacy was absolutely amazing. Ewald is a great host and always happy to assist. Just recommended the addition of a large comfortable lounging chair for readers and day sleepers. 3 nights was just not enough, wish I was there for another week.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dear Justin,
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
We loved having you as guests and is looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

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Clair I - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Clair I
With partner

Beautiful, peaceful get away.

Our stay at Avani lodge was just what we needed. A beautiful, peaceful place with a wonderful owner who is very accommodating. There's an outdoor Jacuzzi in a stunning forest setting. And the best wine farms a couple of minutes away. A must for couples needing a quick breakaway.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dear Clair,
Thank you for your lovely review!
We loved having you as guests and are looking forward to welcoming you back!

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Van Zyl W - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Van Zyl W
With partner

Uitstekend.

Dit is pragtig daar. Rustig in die berge. Sal weer gaan.

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Outstanding.

It's beautiful there. Quiet in the mountains. Will go again.

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Dit was heerlik om julle hier te he. Ons sien daarna uit om julle terug te verwelkom.

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Lize D - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lize D
With partner

Rustig.

Beste plek om af te skakel en rustig te wees of om net uit die stad te ontsnap en tyd in die natuur te spandeer.

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Restful.

Best place to switch off and be peaceful or just to escape from the city and spend time in nature.

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Dankie Lize.
Ons hoop om julle weer op Avani te sien.
Alles wat mooi is vir 2021

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Christo B - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christo B
With partner

As jy wil wegbreek van die gedruis van die stad, is dit 'n ideale plek!

Van die bespreking was almal baie vriendelik en het ons baie opgewonde gemaak om daar weg te breek. By aankoms is ons deur Ewald verwelkom en het dadelik tuis gevoel en begin ontspan. Die enigste nadeel is dat ons nie 'n ekstra dag daar kon bly nie.

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If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this is an ideal place!

From the booking, everyone was very friendly and made us very excited to break away from there. Upon arrival we were welcomed by Ewald and immediately felt at home and began to relax. The only downside is that we couldn't stay there an extra day.

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Baie dankie vir die heerlike woorde! Dit was 'n plesier om julle hier te he. Ons hoop ons sien julle gou weer!

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Johan V - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan V
With partner

Uitstekend!

Die algehele ervaring was puik! Gasheer was baie aangenaam, vriendelik en behulpsaam. Die warmbad is uitstekend. Ons was bekommerd dat dit dalk nie warm genoeg gaan wees in die koue nie, maar het alle verwagtinge oortref. Sal definitief weer gaan!

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Outstanding!

The overall experience was great! Host was very pleasant, friendly and helpful. The hot tub is excellent. We were worried that it might not be warm enough in the cold, but exceeded all expectations. Will definitely go again!

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Dankie vir die heerlike terugvoer!
Ons sien daarna uit om julle terug te verwelkom op Avani!

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Ben S - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ben S
With partner

Fantasties, baie rustig en wonderlike gasheer.

Baie rustig en sal graag weer daarvan gebruik wil maak.

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Fantastic, very peaceful and great host.

Very peaceful and would like to use it again.

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Beste Ben,
Baie dankie vir jou heerlike woorde!
Ons het dit geniet om julle op Avani te he en sien daarna uit om julle terug te verwelkom!

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Heinie B - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Heinie B
With partner

Rustigheid vir jou siel.

Alles was baie mooi en netjies. Ons het in Magic gebly. Toe ons daar kom toe was die hot tub alreeds baie warm gewees, maar kon nie in nie agv die hitte. Al waaroor ons kan kla is die 2 houttuinstoele was lendelam en kon nie waag om op dit te sit nie. Die ander negatiewe ding was die braai rooster/s. Dit was opgeroes en gaar verbrand en val uit mekaar uit. Vir so 'n pragtige plekkie kon hulle maar alreeds 'n paar Rand belê en 'n nuwe rooster koop. Die toegangspad op na Magic toe sal ek definitief nie met 'n motor aanbeveel nie. Daar's 'n paar klippe in en op die pad. Gelukkig het ons met 'n bakkie gery.

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Peace for your soul.

Everything was very nice and tidy. We stayed in Magic. When we got there, the hot tub was already very hot, but we couldn't get in because of the heat. All we can complain about is the 2 wooden garden chairs were loin lame and couldn't dare to sit on them. The other negative thing was the barbecue grill/s. It was rusted and burnt and falling apart. For such a beautiful place, they could have already invested a few Rand and bought a new grill. I would definitely not recommend the access road up to Magic with a car. There are some rocks in and on the road. Luckily we were driving a van.

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Hello Heinie

Baie dankie vir jou goeie terugvoer.
Die stoele en rooster is vervang.

Ons hoop om julle weer op Avani te verwelkom.

Alles wat mooi is vir 2021.

Liza namens Ewald.

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Martin M - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Martin M
With partner

Pragtige klein huisie, met meer as wat ons nodig gehad het binne en in die omtrek.

`n Klein klip huisie met ’n heerlike buite jacuzzi, wat op die donkie sisteem werk en reeds vir ons aangesteek is voor ons aankoms, het ons verwelkom. Ewald het ons gewys waar alles is en hoe dinge werk en vertel van aktiwiteite op die reservaat. Hy was vriendelik en behulpsaam en ten alle tye beskibaar. Daar was ’n lieflike braai langs die jacuzzi en net n paar meter teen die heuwel op ’n swembad met ’n sauna daarby. Ons het ook die staproete om die reservaat gedoen (dis ongeveer 6.2 km), met `n pragtige uitsig. Dit was ’n heerlike kuier en ons sal vir seker weer teruggaan!

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Beautiful little house, with more than we needed inside and around.

A small stone house with a lovely outdoor jacuzzi, which works on the donkey system and was already lit for us before our arrival, welcomed us. Ewald showed us where everything is and how things work and told us about activities on the reserve. He was friendly and helpful and available at all times. There was a lovely braai next to the jacuzzi and just a few meters up the hill on a swimming pool with a sauna next to it. We also did the walking route around the reserve (it's about 6.2 km), with a beautiful view. It was a lovely visit and we will definitely go back again!

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Baie dankie vir jou mooi woorde!
Dit was heerlik om julle as gaste te he.
Ons sien daarna uit om julle weer op Avani te verwelkom!

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Michelle M - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Michelle M
With partner

Teleurgesteld.

Die plek was netjies en skoon. Die gasheer was vriendelik en die area is veilig met pragtige natuurskoon, maar ek was baie teleurgesteld dat daar nie warm water was vir 'n bad of stort nie. Daar is 'n lieflike bad met uitsig (die aantrekkingskrag vir ons bespreking), maar ons kon dit nie gebruik nie. Die waterdruk was baie swak en sodra ons die kraan meer oopgedraai het, het die water vanaf lou na koud gegaan, ons het selfs probeer om water te kook vir 'n warm bad, maar die induksiestoof het meer as 15 minute gevat om een ketel te kook, wat veroorsaak het dat die water weer koud geraak het terwyl ons gewag het vir die volgende ketel om te kook. Sondag was baie koud en reënerig en 'n koue stort was baie onaangenaam. Ons het gevra of die geiser warmer gestel kan word of dat die gas dalk besig was om op te raak en daar was net gesê dit is maar so. Die plek het baie potensiaal, maar ons beskou genoeg warm water vir 'n stort/bad as 'n vereiste vir 'n wegbreeknaweek. Die Kol-Kol hottubs is heerlik, maar 'n mens moet tog kan skoon raak na die tyd.

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Disappointed.

The place was neat and clean. The host was friendly and the area is safe with beautiful scenery, but I was very disappointed that there was no hot water for a bath or shower. There is a lovely bath with a view (the draw for our booking) but we didn't get to use it. The water pressure was very weak and as soon as we opened the tap more the water went from lukewarm to cold, we even tried to boil water for a hot bath but the induction stove took more than 15 minutes to heat one kettle boiling, causing the water to turn cold again while we waited for the next kettle to boil. Sunday was very cold and rainy and a cold shower was very unpleasant. We asked if the geyser could be set hotter or if the gas might be running out and was only told that it was. The place has a lot of potential, but we consider enough hot water for a shower/bath as a requirement for a weekend getaway. The Kol-Kol hot tubs are delicious, but one has to be able to get clean after the time.

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Beste Michelle
Dankie vir die terugvoer. Ewald het baie probleme gehad met bobejane wat waterpype afruk, wat natuurlik sleg is vir die geisers wat dan droog loop en beskadig. Alles is nou weer in werkende orde.
Regtig jammer oor jou onaangename ervaring.
Ons skrop die hot tubs uit na elke gas, mens kan dit maar as 'n bad gebruik in 'n geval van nood - maar die gemaklike bad met die uitsig (indien warm water beskikbaar is) is wat mens wil he. Nogmaals jammer oor jou ervaring. Dit is hoogs uitsonderlik.
Bly asseblief vrolik en gesond.
Liza namens Ewald

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Johan K - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan K
With partner

Awesome ligging, verblyf, uitsig en wyn!

Avani Lodge het al my verwagtinge oorskrei. Die huisie en warm swembad was baie skoon en gemaklik. Dat daar nie 'n TV was nie, was lekker sodat ons gedwing was om met mekaar te praat. Oom Ewald is 'n baie aangename person en maak 'n awesome Pinot Noir! Die ligging is lekker en lekker staproetes.

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Awesome location, accommodation, views and wine!

Avani Lodge exceeded all my expectations. The cottage and hot pool were very clean and comfortable. That there was no TV, was nice so we were forced to talk to each other. Uncle Ewald is a very pleasant person and makes an awesome Pinot Noir! The location is nice and nice hiking trails.

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Beste Johan,

Baie dankie vir jou terugvoer!
Ons hoop om julle weer hier te verwelkom.

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Melissa S - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Melissa S
With partner

Magical kothuis tussen die fynbos.

Ons was hartlik verwelkom. Die kothuis het alles wat jy nodig het. Ons het dadelik onsself tuisgemaak in die houtvuur warmbad. Die uitsig en natuur is asemrowend mooi. Ons sal hierdie plekkie definitief aanbeveel aan enige iemand wat weg wil kom van die besige stadslewe.

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Magical cottage in the fynbos.

We were warmly welcomed. The cottage has everything you need. We immediately made ourselves at home in the wood fire hot tub. The view and nature are breathtakingly beautiful. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to get away from the busy city life.

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Beste Melissa,
Baie dankie vir jou mooi resensie.
Dit was heerlik om julle op Avani te he en ons sien daarna uit om julle terug te verwelkom.

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Victoria R - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Victoria R
With partner

Peaceful and beautiful.

Place was perfect, other than the fridge which was not working properly, kept freezing over. Ewald was a great host.

Avani Lodge - Parrastoel 's response

Dear Victoria,

Apologies about the fridge! Overeager : ) We will fix that!
We hope to welcome you back soon.

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

Vreedsaam.

Eienaar is baie gasvry. Plek is pragtig en rustig. Wonderlike wegbreek van die besige lewe!

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Peaceful.

Owner is very hospitable. Place is beautiful and peaceful. Wonderful break from the busy life!

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Beste Aneka
Baie dankie vir jou terugvoer! Ons is bly julle het dit geniet en hoop ons sien julle weer!

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

Rustig en stil - goeie ligging met asemrowende uitsig.

Negatiewe: Vir die prys het ek meer verwag met betrekking tot afwerkings veral op stoeparea waar dit lyk soos aaneengeflanste werkmanskap. As dit nie vir die hot-tub was nie sou die algehele ervaring negatief gewees het. Stoeparea se vloer was nog vuil met taai kolle wat baie vlieë gelok het. Buitestoele se kussings kort 'n goeie skoonmaak. Toilet het moeilik gespoel en moes emmers water ingooi om te help met afspoeling. Eenheid se grasdak kort aandag, want gras kom los. Stort het twee groot venters wat na buite wys ─ so geen privaatheid as jy wil stort tensy jy stort terwyl dit donker is en alle ligte word afgesit. Positiewe: Eienaar was vriendelik en het ons verras met 'n bottel rooiwyn en potjie olives. Ligging is goed, uitsig asemrowend, ek glo die plek het baie potensiaal indien daar onderhoud gedoen word. Eenheid was skoon met netjiese beddegoed en handdoeke.

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Peaceful and quiet - good location with breathtaking view.

Negatives: For the price I expected more in regards to finishes especially on the porch area where it looks like flanged together workmanship. If it wasn't for the hot tub the overall experience would have been negative. Porch area floor was still dirty with sticky spots that attracted many flies. Outdoor chairs' cushions need a good cleaning. Toilet had difficulty flushing and had to pour buckets of water in to help with flushing. Unit's thatched roof needs attention, because grass is coming loose. Shower has two large venters facing outside ─ so no privacy if you want to shower unless you shower while it's dark and all lights are off. Positives: Owner was friendly and surprised us with a bottle of red wine and pot of olives. Location is good, view breathtaking, I believe the place has a lot of potential if maintenance is done. Unit was clean with neat bedding and towels.

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Beste Peter.
Dankie vir jou terugvoer. Ons sal aandag gee aan die probleem kolle.
Ewald is reeds besig om 'n afskorting te bou wat die stort meer privaat sal maak.
Alles wat mooi is!

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  • No children allowed
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 18:00
    Check-out: 11:00
  • Address: Paardekloof Farm, Avani Nature Reserve, Bot River, 7195, Western Cape
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