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Bramber Cottage Living With Joy

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.8 out of 5from 36 reviews for Bramber Cottage Living With Joy
Cleanliness
4.7/5
Service
4.9/5
Location
4.9/5
Safety
4.8/5
Value for money
4.9/5
Yolandie M - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yolandie M
With friends

Heerlik gebly.

Ongelooflik lekker gebly. Die kombuis is toegerus met alles wat jy nodig het. Die airfryer maak op vir die oond wat daar nie is. Die atmosfeer is rustig en ons hondekinders het hulle gate uit geniet in die tuin. 'n lieflike gasvrou het ons van genoeg hout voorsien om lekker snoesig elke aand voor die kagel te kon sit. Sal beslis weer daar bly.

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Had a wonderful stay.

Incredibly nice stay. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need. The air fryer makes up for the oven that isn't there. The atmosphere is peaceful and our dog children enjoyed their time in the garden. a lovely hostess provided us with enough wood to sit snugly in front of the fireplace every evening. Will definitely stay there again.

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Wessel D - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wessel D
With partner

Gloria is the joy of Bramber and nothing is too much.

Ons is verwelkom met 'n kaggel wat reeds brand en 'n mandjie vol hout om die koue te verdryf. Die kothuis het alles wat nodig is en Gloria het selfs die dag voor ons vertrek vir ons 'n bondel wasgoed gewas. Beddens is heerlik gemaklik met lekker snoesige duvets en elektriese komberse, ons het nie koud geslaap nie.

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Gloria is the joy of Bramber and nothing is too much.

We were welcomed with a fireplace already burning and a basket full of wood to ward off the cold. The cottage has everything we need and Gloria even did a load of laundry for us the day before we left. Beds are wonderfully comfortable with nice and cuddly duvets and electric blankets, we didn't sleep cold.

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

Satisfaction guaranteed.

Friendly and efficient welcome by hosts Eric and Gloria. Nice cosy bungalow with all amenities and fireplace. The electric blankets were a nice touch because it can get chilly in the evening. This break in the mountains was just what the doctor ordered.

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

Spacious and great value for money.

We'd highly recommend Bramber cottage. It was comfortable, spacious, well-equipped, and surrounded by a beautiful garden. The host was friendly and helpful.

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

Uitstekend!

Netjies, minimalisties, het meer as wat 'n mens nodig het. Matrasse is nie goed nie.

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Outstanding!

Neat, minimalist, has more than one needs. Mattresses are not good.

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Leon T - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leon T
With partner

Was ons eerste keer in die area en het dit baie geniet.

Baie lekker gebly, dankie. Pragtige plek, goed toegerus.

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Was our first time in the area and really enjoyed it.

Very nice stay, thank you. Beautiful place, well equipped.

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William N - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
William N
With partner

Ideal place to stay when visiting Hogsback.

This was our first time visit to Hogsback and based on this stay, we plan to visit again and to stay at Bramber Cottage Living With Joy again. The accommodation exceeded our expectations and we enjoyed a roaring fire in the evening. Lovely setting out of town, but not too far.

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

Brilliant and active trip with a partner and a pet!

Absolutely stunning place with gorgeous surroundings!

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

Very pleasant.

This was a very pleasant place to stay with a beautiful host. Would definitely return some day.

Chante V - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chante V
With partner

Bramber Cottage is fantastic!

We had a wonderful stay at Bramber Cottage! The cottage is beautifully decorated and practically equipped with everything you would need whether it's a short or a long stay. The cottage is situated in a beautiful garden, and close to nearby restaurants and attractions. We will gladly stay there again when visiting Hogsback!

Bramber Cottage Living With Joy 's response

Dear Chantè,
Thank you so much for a wonderful review. We look forward to hosting you again.

Bramber Cottage Living With Joy
Marcia B - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marcia B
With friends

Bramber met sy mooi tuin en bome was ons tuiste vir 4 nagte.

Die baie reën het ons net 'n halfdag toegelaat om te stap en die warm stofie en meer as genoeg hout het gesorg vir 'n warm huis en lekker kuier.

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Bramber with its beautiful garden and trees was our home for 4 nights.

The heavy rain only allowed us half a day to walk and the warm dust and more than enough wood ensured a warm house and a nice visit.

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Mandy H - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mandy H
Family with teenagers

Relaxation and exploring the village and surrounds.

The cottage was cosy and provided everything we required. The garden setting was beautiful and tranquil. Our host was engaging and suggested a number of activities and places of interest. Hogsback is a lovely destination and the accommodation was the ideal place to relax in. In addition to what is seen in the photos, a smart TV and air fryer were also provided.

Suné B - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Suné B
With friends

Gloria is very friendly and helpful. Sal definitief weer daar bly.

Ons het heerlik gebly.

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Gloria is very friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay there again.

We had a wonderful stay.

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Mariaan O - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mariaan O
With partner

Pragtige waarde-vir-geld wegbreek in die berge.

Hierdie is die tweede keer wat ons in Bramber Cottage bly en dit was baie lekker. Die koolstoofie, die nuwe air fryer, skottelgoedwasser en gasstoofplate maak vir 'n heerlike, gemaklike naweek weg. Die sonpanele wat hulle ook ingesit het maak dat daar geen kragonderbrekings is nie, wat ons baie waardeer het. Die twee honde, Mac en Jerry, het kort-kort kom groet wat ons geniet het. Vanaf die eiendom kan jy 'n pragtige uitsig geniet van die drie Hogs-berge. Ons is mal oor die dorp, die woud en die verblyf. Sal definitief weer daar gaan bly! Dankie Gloria en Eric vir die lekker naweek!

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Beautiful value for money getaway in the mountains.

This is the second time we have stayed in Bramber Cottage and it was very nice. The charcoal stove, the new air fryer, dishwasher and gas stove make for a lovely, comfortable weekend. The solar panels they have also put in mean that there are no power outages, which we really appreciated. The two dogs, Mac and Jerry, came to say hello every now and then, which we enjoyed. From the property you can enjoy a beautiful view of the three Hogs mountains. We love the town, the forest and the accommodation. Will definitely stay there again! Thank you Gloria and Eric for the nice weekend!

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

Gerieflik, veilig en goed toegerus.

Baie vriendelike en behulpsame gasvrou. Veilige perseel. Privaat eenheid. Pragtige uitsig. Kombuis is goed toegerus. Gemaklike bed met elektriese laken en dons duvet.

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Comfortable, safe and well equipped.

Very friendly and helpful hostess. Secure premises. Private unit. Beautiful view. Kitchen is well equipped. Comfortable bed with electric sheet and down duvet.

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Carien V - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Carien V
With partner

Huisie in die bos.

Bramber Cottage Living With Joy is heerlik tussen die bome in Hogsback se woude. Alhoewel daar baie beurtkrag was, het ons steeds heerlik gebly. Gloria is 'n baie oulike gasvrou en bemark die dorp se toeriste-attraksies. Ons was orals.

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Little house in the woods.

Bramber Cottage Living With Joy is delightful amongst the trees in Hogsback's forests. Although there was a lot of load shedding, we still had a great stay. Gloria is a very nice hostess and markets the town's tourist attractions. We were everywhere.

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Bramber Cottage Living With Joy 's response

Dear Carien
Thank you for the review.
We are overjoyed that we now have solar power and are independent from the loadshedding.
Hoping to see you again. Till then be well and happy!
Gloria

Bramber Cottage Living With Joy
Nadia T - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
5/5
Nadia T
Family with young children

Aangename plekkie in Hogsback.

Pragtige huisie, alles wat mens nodig het en meer. Baie gerieflik. Baie mooi tuine, ons kindertjies het lekker rondgehardloop. Sal definitief aangebeveel.

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Pleasant little place in Hogsback.

Beautiful house, everything you need and more. Very convenient. Very beautiful gardens, our children had fun running around. Will definitely recommend.

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Kim S - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Kim S
With partner

All needs are met. Beautiful peaceful scenery.

There are very limited shops. Pricing for activities are very pricey but enjoyable.

Quinton P - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Quinton P
Family with teenagers

Very pleasent and the location is perfect.

If I come back I will definitely go back there.

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

Lieflike ruskans. Pragtige natuurskoon.

Bramber Cottage is 'n alleenstaande kothuis op die erf van die eienaars. Daar is wel 'n oorvloed ruimte en privaatheid. Die eienaar, Gloria, is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Die eenheid self is lieflik ruim en netjies, met 'n gemaklike houtstofie vir koue aande. Die kombuis is netjies en modern. In blomtyd, is hulle tuin beslis iets om te aanskou!

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Lovely time of rest. Beautiful nature.

Bramber Cottage is a free-standing cottage on the premises of the owner. There is a lot of space and privacy. The owner, Gloria, is very friendly and helpful. The unit itself is lovely and spacious and neat, with a convenient little wood stove for cold nights. The kitchen is neat and modern. During the flower season their garden is definitely a feast for the eyes!

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Maya V - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maya V
Family with young children

Was absoluetly lovely! Could not have asked for better!

Was very clean and had evrything you could possibly asked. Kitchen was very well equipped! Loved staying there and will be back again!

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

Gloria is 'n baie aangename gasvrou met 'n goeie sin vir humor.

Alles was skoon en netjies en toegerus met meer as wat mens nodig het. Die kaggel was amazing en daar is tot 'n heater in die badkamer. Die beddegoed ruik heerlik vars en die groot tuin is pragtig. Ons sal beslis weer daarnatoe gaan. Die cottage was vir ons perfek. Ons sal weer soontoe gaan.

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Gloria is a very pleasant hostess with a good sense of humor.

Everything was clean and tidy and equipped with more than one needs. The fireplace was amazing and there is even a heater in the bathroom. The bedding smells deliciously fresh and the large garden is beautiful. We will definitely go there again. The cottage was perfect for us. We will go there again.

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Petra C - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Petra C
With friends

We had a great weekend in the cottage, was so good not to have a TV.

Lovely walks and fresh air.

Angelique V - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Angelique V
Individual traveller

What a beautiful surprise! It's actually prettier than the photos!

This place ticked almost every box: burglar bars, undercover parking, Weber, fireplace with wood supplied. Then I have to mention the small things such as the French press, coffee, tea, sugar and rusks, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. It was really difficult getting up the next morning,the duvet and mattress is by far the most comfortable I've had in a long time.

Bramber Cottage Living With Joy 's response

Dear Angelique,
Thank you for the kind words. We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay at Bramber and hope to host you again. Till then, stay well and happy.
Gloria

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

Baie lekker gebly.

Baie mooi en rustig.

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Very nice stay.

Very beautiful and peaceful.

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

Baie lekker gebly, al die benodighede vir gerief is beskikbaar.

Hogsback is pragtige plek om te besoek, die Bramber Cottage is gerieflik vir 2 persone. Alles wat jy benodig is beskikbaar en lekker skoon en warm beddengoed vir koue nagte.

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Very nice stay, all the necessities for comfort are available.

Hogsback is a beautiful place to visit, the Bramber Cottage is comfortable for 2 people. Everything you need is available and nice clean and warm bedding for cold nights.

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Peter H - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Peter H
With friends

Very comfortable, easygoing place in beautiful surroundings.

The indoor fire place is a gem. It works very well, and there is plenty of firewood.

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

Pragtige cottage bo in die berge.

Ons het vir 'n week gebly in die Bramber Cottage en het dit baie geniet. Die koolstoof is wonderlik en rook glad nie. Daar was genoeg hout om elke aand 'n vuurtjie aan te steek. Die skottelgoedwasser maak die verblyf 'n wenner. Die stoep buite is lekker om ontbyt en koffie te geniet terwyl jy die mooi bome aanskou. Enigste ding wat ons bietjie gepla het is dat die bed nie so gemaklik was nie. Andersins lekker verblyf!

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Beautiful cottage up in the mountains.

We stayed in Bramber Cottage for a week and really enjoyed it. The charcoal stove is great and doesn't smoke at all. There was enough wood to light a fire every night. The dishwasher makes the accommodation a winner. The porch outside is nice to enjoy breakfast and coffee while looking at the beautiful trees. Only thing that bothered us a bit is that the bed was not so comfortable. Otherwise nice stay!

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

Beautiful location - friendly host.

The cottage is in a lovely secluded location. The interior is nice with modern appliances and Wi-Fi, very clean with a lovely wood burner. Gloria was really welcoming and helpful. The cottage is very close to The Edge and Eco Shrine. I highly recommend staying here. We really enjoyed our stay.

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Pragtige ligging - vriendelike gasheer.

Die kothuis is in 'n lieflike afgesonderde ligging. Die interieur is mooi met moderne toestelle en WiFi, baie skoon met 'n lieflike houtkaggel. Gloria was baie verwelkomend en behulpsaam. Die kothuis is baie naby The Edge en Eco Shrine. Ek beveel sterk aan om hier te bly. Ons het ons verblyf baie geniet.

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Roelof V - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Roelof V
Family with teenagers

Gemaklike kothuis en die mooiste deel van Hogsback.

Heerlike kothuis in 'n baie mooi deel van Hogsback. Ideaal om die omgewing te verken, of net rustig in die tuin te sit en boeklees. Gloria het baie moeite gedoen en hulle inligting en advies op aktiwiteite in Hogsback het baie gehelp. Die kothuis is baie goed toegerus.

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Comfortable cottage and the most beautiful part of Hogsback.

Lovely cottage in a very nice part of Hogsback. Ideal for exploring the surroundings, or just sitting quietly in the garden and reading a book. Gloria put in a lot of effort and her information and advice on activities in Hogsback was very helpful. The cottage is very well equipped.

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

Pragtige, rustige plek om net te kan ontspan!

Gloria is 'n dierbare vriendelike gasvrou, die cottage het als wat mens kan nodig kry met genoeg hout vir die koel aande. Ons sal dit beslis aanbeveel. Lieflike plek om te gaan rus van die gejaag van die lewe! Baie staproetes en heerlike eetplekkies in die omgewing.

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Beautiful, peaceful place to just relax!

Gloria is a lovely friendly hostess, the cottage has everything you could need with enough wood for the cool evenings. We would definitely recommend it. Lovely place to rest from the hustle and bustle of life! Many hiking trails and delicious places to eat in the area.

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Bramber Cottage Living With Joy 's response

Dear Simone,
Thank you for the wonderful review. We enjoyed sharing with you the beauty. All the best!
Gloria

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

Fantasties!

Skoon, netjies en privaat. Met die koue winterweer was dit lekker warm in die huisie. Die eienaar is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Sal dit met liefde aanbeveel.

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Fantastic!

Clean, tidy and private. With the cold winter weather, it was nice and warm in the house. The owner is very friendly and helpful. Would heartily recommend it.

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Bramber Cottage Living With Joy 's response

Thank you so much Juane for your loving review!

All the best
Gloria

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Sonja P - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sonja P
Individual traveller

Klein bietjie hemel op aarde.

My eerste keer in Hogsback en saligheid self. Gloria (die gasvrou) was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam en ons het lekker gesels. Die verblyf is uit die boonste rakke met alles wat mens verlang in die kothuis vir 'n rustige wegbreekkans. Bramber Cottage is hoogs aanbeveelbaar en sal my definitief weer sien.

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Little bit of heaven on earth.

My first time in Hogsback and bliss itself. Gloria (the hostess) was very friendly and helpful and we had a nice chat. The accommodation is top notch with everything you need in the cottage for a peaceful getaway. Bramber Cottage is highly recommendable and will definitely see me again.

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

Our first visit to Hogsback, such beauty and tranquility. Never mind the bad roads.

We had never been to Hogsback before,one of the reasons was to visit the Starways Art Center, who's late founder we knew from his days in Gauteng. Gloria even found the contact details of the family for us,and we could spend some time there. The cottage has all one could wish for, stacks of wood for a very efficient wood burning stove,Such lovely setting in a garden full of trees and birdsong. Our small dog enjoyed the freedom of running around,and we could walk to "the edge". Thank you Gloria and Eric for your gracious hospitality.

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

A lovely and worthwhile experience

Absolutely loved our stay here will be back there soon, loved the cottage, surroundings and the owner is super friendly.

Kayleen Lynette T - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kayleen Lynette T
With friends

What an amazing stay.

Gloria is such a lovely lady, warm, caring. The accommodation was wonderful. Stocked with only the best. We had car problems and she fully understood the situation.

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  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 20:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 18 Summerton Drive, Hogsback, 5721, Eastern Cape
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