Balie’sGat Accommodation

What a gem! The location was awesome - spoilt for choice with activities.

What a gem! The location was awesome - spoilt for choice with activities and the night sky was just amazing. With a beautiful river and waterfalls, there were plenty of swimming holes to cool off in and fish in the river. Amazing hikes and bike trails - this little gem has it all! Yvonne and her beautiful family were amazing, we will definitely be back : ).

This is a wonderful destination.

Balie's Gat is located in a small valley completely surrounded on all sides by scenic mountains. The environment is terrific. The secluded cabin provided a great indoor/outdoor living experience. It was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Our only regret is we live 1,500 kms away and cannot visit frequently.

Ongelooflike plek met pragtige natuurskoon.

Ons het baie lekker gekuier, sal beslis weer hier bly!

Siele rus, waar die stilte praat.

Ons het heerlik gebly. Die akkommodasie is wonderlik toegerus, met die nodige, en die Here se natuur skoon ons omvou. Die maan ook 'n groot bederf.

Heerlik.

Lekker gebly en lekker gestap.

A relaxing time in the beautiful Cederberg.

Thoroughly enjoyed a relaxing few days in a beautiful setting but would take wasp repellent along next time.

Salig, rustig.

Baie rustig, heeltemal afgesluit van almal, heerlike watergate om te swem of te stap in die natuur.

Skoon. Pragtige omgewing vir stap en sterre kyk. Behulpsame eienaars.

Ons het 'n heerlike paar dae van rus en stap ervaar in 'n pragtige omgewing. Vir seker spesiaal.

Beautiful views and walks.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Grysbokkie.

Rustig, privaat en kos vir die siel.

Lekker gebly. Die probleempies wat daar wel was, is met die gasvrou opgeneem en uitgesorteer.

Rustig, ontspannend.

Heerlike verblyf na aan die natuur, weg van gewone gerief. 'n Naweek waar 'n mens jou batterye kan herlaai.

All in all, a great break-away place for stargazing.

Stay was great, however we found that the awning or shade cloth that used to be attached to the kitchen side of the accommodation as per the website pictures has been removed. This leaves the total front area and kitchen exposed to the sun and heat. Such a pity. This small lack of feature leaves much to be desired. Apart from this, the remainder was perfect.

Absoluut fantasties.

Wat 'n lieflike plek. In die natuur, sonder sein, salig. Die eienaars is vriendelike en gawe mense. Lieflike staproetes, watervalle en waterpoele. Pragtige uitsigte. Dit was net wat ons nodig gehad het. Plekkie is toegerus met alles wat mens benodig. Eintlik spyt dat ons net 2 nagte bespreek het. Ons kan dit aanbeveel.

Highly recommend, awesome place.

Highly recommend if you just want to get away and relax. Klipbokki cabin was awesome, warm and well put together. We needed nothing except our potjie. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful.

Heerlik gekuier. Ons het verskriklik lekker uitegrus.

Dit is heerlik rustig, diep in die natuur, met geen selontvangs nie. Ons het nogal met ons 9 maande oue baba ook aangedurf. Die plekkie het alles wat mens nodig het. Vir ons stadsjapies was dit 'n lafenis gewees.

Asemrowend!

Avontuur van die begin tot die einde. Baie lekker gebly en beveel Klipbokkie aan.

Beautiful, quiet and comfortable.

Absolutely stunning surrounds with a very comfortable luxury tent. Lots to explore and lovely swimming and hiking opportunities. The hosts are extremely welcoming, helpful and friendly. Be sure to get the interesting history of the land from Marius if you stay.

Fantastiese plek in ongelooflike natuurskoon.

Ek was veral mal oor die Oupie Carl-tent. Dit is lekker afgesonder en privaat, perfek om 100% af te skakel en ontspan.

Ideaal vir natuurliefhebber. Geen selfoon of TV, die beste.

Ek is mal oor die afgeleë plekke om na te reis. Ver van mense en opvangs. Balie’sGat is perfek vir reisiger soos myself.

Rus vir die siel!

Die afsondering, ligging, staproetes met die watergate vir afkoeling verfris Balie's Gat jou siel!

'n Onvergeetlike wegbreek op 'n ongelooflike mooi plek.

Die omgewing is pragtig en ons laerskoolkinders het heerlik fietsgery. Dit was 'n bietjie koud vir die rotspoele, maar ek kan net dink hoe lekker dit moet wees om in die somermaande daar te swem. Baie dankie dit was 'n heerlike naweek.

Beautiful weekend getaway.

Just what our souls needed. An escape from the city to this picturesque gem. Beautiful hikes, gorgeous swims and bushmen paintings to top it off. We'll be back soon.

Absolutely beautiful.

So stunning, private, isolated, natural beauty. Amazing hike and access to incredible rock pools. Definitely recommend everyone to go stay.

Ongelooflike natuurskoon en stilte.

'n Ware verborge juweel. Effense senutergende roete tot in vallei, maar beslis die moeite werd. Geriewe is ook baie netjies en meer as voldoende.

Rus vir jou siel.

Netjies, gasvry, skoon, beste uitsig en baie oulike glamping eenhede.

Wonderful farm stay in a unique location.

We have stayed in lots of farm self-catering establishments and Balie'sGat is by far the most peaceful and relaxing venue. Things could change if the site is full, but the owners are very hands on and stipulate that other guests must be taken into consideration. Our cabin, Klipbokkie, had everything we needed and just how we like it. Glamping in wonderful surroundings.

Peaceful and relaxed.

Quiet and peaceful days and nights. Accommodation is clean and suited for a couple's stay with all amenities for a camping experience. Beautiful scenery and a breath-taking last 2 km entering Balies Gat. Will return in the future.

A piece of heaven right here on earth.

The location is absolutely mind-blowing, and both Yvonne and Marius are wonderful hosts. Even the freshly baked farm bread, of course with homemade jam to go with it. If you want to get away from it all, this is the place to go to!

Perfect for a remote getaway.

The location is perfectly suited for a remote getaway from all forms of distractions and allows you to totally remove yourself from the hustle and bustle of modern life. There is no reception which is perfect! Only had time to explore the two watering holes, but the water was pristine and refreshing. The views from the top of the ridge are breathtaking. Highly recommended.

Very basic in a beautiful environment.

The owners are welcoming and friendly. We bought really good products, jam and tasted their delicious oranges. There is a lovely natural pool close to the camp and a choice of beautiful walks.

Nature at its best!

Very nice location. The chalet (Grysbokkie) was clean and comfortable. Friendly hosts. The day temperature was very high, nights comfortable. Nice place to relax. Thanks.

Wonderful experience in nature, cabins a lovely idea. Everything you need for the glamping experience.

Highly recommended, wonderful hosts and supreme location.

Vir hierdie plek so diep in die berge sal ek weer kom kuier.

Diep in die Koue Bokkeveld-berge lê 'n juweel. As jy die kronkelende sandpaadjie so afgery kom snak jy so bietjie-bietjie na jou asem, jy kan nie die mooi alles op een slag inneem nie. Jy moet 'n paar keer kyk. In die huisie is alles mooi, en die groot skuifdeur laat die buite binnetoe kom. En dan rus jy. En neem net in.

Asemrowend

Dit was ons tweede keer by Balie'sGat en ons sal definitief terug wees. Dis 'n plek om vrede en rustigheid te vind. Dit is die mooiste mooi en die stilte is oorverdowend. Dankie Yvonne en Marius vir jul gasvryheid. Sien julle gou weer!

Doodstil, pragtig, middel van nêrens perfek!

Was wonderlik, die roete af in die kloof is so mooi ─ 4x4 aanbeveel. Die Klipbokkie huisie was baie netjies met die groenste gras wat jy al ooit gesien het! Die hitte was nie 'n probleem nie, die sproeiers om die huis koel dit lekker af en in die aand raak dit lekker koel in die kloof. Die waterpoele naby is ook 'n lekker manier om af te koel. Ys en hout word daagliks vir jou afgelewer tot op jou stoep. Was wonderlik.

A piece of paradise.

Restored by the clean air, the views, and a swim in the river.

Stayed in Grysbokkie and Klipbokkie. Can not get better. Fantastic.

It was absolutely fantastic. Clean, neat, stunning views, good walks, swemgat was great, rugby good, no cell phone reception which is fantastic. Facilities, all you need. Marius and Yvonne are such good people. The lawn at the camping site and around the two cottages and lovely thick green grass. The best place to go for a break-away.

Stunning place.

Our stay at Balie's Gat was amazing. This place is so beautiful! We went in spring but the days were rather hot already - but don't worry, there are beautiful rock pools where you can refresh yourself. Marius and his wife are super nice hosts. I'm looking forward to come back for more days in the rock pools, hikes and next time motorbike trips through the beautiful mountains! Thanks for having us.

Very well received and excellent service.

The accommodation and site was very clean, comfortable and well supplied. The views and silence was an absolute wonderful experience as well as the hiking and swimming facilities, everything as a nature lover could ask for. I would definitely recommend and return there at every opportunity I have.

Uniek.

Wat 'n uitstekende plek om te ontspan.

Netjiese cabins, goed toegerus. Heerlike stilte en rustigheid.

Aanwysings na Balie's Gat kort die afdraai by Tandfontein. Het verdwaal aangesien daar geen bord op R303 is nie. Andersins, heerlik gekuier.

Beste naweek in die mooiste natuurskoon.

Dit was 'n ongelooflike naweek. Ons het die privaatheid en natuurskoon baie geniet. Die hut (klipbokkie) was baie skoon, netjies en goed toegerus. Ons het na die rotspoele gestap en dit baie geniet, dit is skoon en pragtig. Die sterre in die aand is ook onvergelykbaar met enige iets wat jy in die stad sal kry. Daar is geen elektrisiteit of selfoonsein nie, dit maak vir 'n wonderlike wegbreek. Yvonne-hulle is baie vriendelik en akkomodeer mens graag, hulle verkoop ook die heerlikste konfyte, ens. Die pad daarheen is 'n avontuur, maar pragtig, 'n bakkie is 'n moet! Dit is die ideale plek vir 'n huweliksherdenking, maar ook 'n naweek weg saam met vriende. Ons sal beslis terugkeer.

Fantastic getaway!

The accommodation is in a beautiful area with only sounds of nature to be heard. Cabins had all the essentials and very neat and tidy. Loved the stay and would definitely recommend!

Asemrowend!

Die pad vir laaste 4 km is maar sleg. Word beslis aanbeveel om voertuig met hoe grondvry hoogte te hê. Stilte en rustigheid saam met goeie suiwer lug en natuur, maak dit 'n moet! Die eienaars is ook behulpsaam en maak dit lekker om daar te bly.

Perfect spot for a restful and tech-free getaway!

We had a wonderful stay at Balie'sGat. The road in is amazing, but also makes you understand why they recommend high clearance vehicles. There are a number of places to swim in the river, and we are looking forward to returning and exploring further. There are also a number of walks on the farm. We stayed in one of the cabins, Klipbokkie, which was a really lovely spot. I would recommend bringing some form of shade in the summer months, and if you need to have tech items charged, it's worth bringing some form of solar charger with you.

Great place and well managed.

Great location and beautiful setting.

Perfek vir 'n wegbreeknaweek.

Het vir 2 nagte gebly. Gashere was baie ontvanklik en vriendelik.

Presies wat ek wou gehad het.

Vriendelike en hulpvaardige gashere. Baie dankie, Marius, vir jou hulp met my pap wiel. Lekker plek om weg te kom van die stad af veral as jy jou SUV so 'n bietjie wil toets. Alles wat jy nodig het is daar en dis skoon. Lekker eenvoudig! Ons beveel dit sterk aan!

See stars.

We went in search of dark skies for the meteor shower. The shooting stars showed up! It was chilly with the snow on the mountains, definitely a summer destination but if its the stars you are after winter is the time to go.

Asemrowend.

Dit was regtig 'n ervaring, sal die plekkie definitief weer besoek, die kabin was uitsonderlik skoon en goed toegerus, die sterrekyk was iets uit 'n fliek uit. Die gasvryheid en besorgdheid van Marius was baie waardeer.

Absoluut asemrowend.

Dit is die mees ideale wegbreek en ons kan nie wag om weer te gaan nie. Marius en Yvonne is van die beste gasheer en gasvrouens wat ons nog ontmoet het.

Ideale ontvlugting van die gejaagdheid en gedruis van die beskawing.

Die huisies is baie netjies ingerig en slim beplan en daar was niks wat ons benodig het nie. Die groen gras by die huisies, asook die heerlike swemgate was 'n lafenis vir ons droogte-geteisterde Kapenaars! Die diens is uitsonderlik en die vars vrugte, konfyte, heuning en ingelegde produkte is besonder lekker! Ten spyte van die plantegroei wat verwoes was deur onlangse brande was daar verbasend baie voëlsoorte.

Stilte, berge, sterre.

Ons het vir twee nagte in Klipbokkie gebly. Die skoonheid van die sederberge, die stilte (selfs al is die ander blyplek en kampterrein naby is dit steeds stil en privaat) en die plesier van buite sit, vuurmaak en sterrekyk was onoortreflik. Ons sou verskriklik graag langer wou bly! Wat ons sou aanbeveel vir gaste wat die area besoek: 1. ‘n skadunet; 2. insekweerder (muskiete, miggies en vlieë is deel van die natuur, maar ‘n omgewingsvriendelike weerder verminder die bytplekke:) 3. ‘n voertuig wat vierwielaangedrewe is, is ‘n moet!

Fantastic.

As jy uit jou siel soek of jy het jou siel verloor, gaan maar na Balie’sGat. Rustig, pragtig, vriendelik mense mens wat daar is. Ek kom vir seker terug.

Beautiful and tranquil destination.

The two wooden cottages were comfortable and clean. Basically equipped, but we did not have a need for anything else. Our hosts were friendly and available to chat and tell us about the farm and area. We had a wonderful weekend bird watching, 4x4 drive and hiking. The road to Balie'sGat is definitely for high clearance vehicles and the 4x4 trail we did offered some spectacular views.

Skakel totaal af!

Vir die natuurliefhebber. Met reën sal dit nie moontlik wees om te eet/kos voor te berei nie, aangesien daar nie toe kombuis is nie, slegs afdak, maar verder is dit pragtig ingerig!

Perfekte naweek wegbreek vir bietjie stilte

Baie lekker gewees. Sal dit aanbeveel vir enige iemand wat wil wegbreek van die stad. Bring net baie muskietweermiddel saam. Marius en Yvonne was baie hulpvaardig en help graag uit om dit lekker te maak vir die gaste.

Rustig.

Goed toegeruste huisie in pragtige omgewing.

Very comfortable, clean and with beautiful surroundings.

We were a little disappointed to discover the cabin we stayed in was near to the campsite - it appeared from the website to be somewhere on top of the mountain. But in any event this was not a problem. Lovely walks with stunning flowers and bird life. Found some excellent rock pools to dunk in up in the kloof just behind the cabin.