Brambleberry

Peaceful.

What a joy! Esti is the best, we only stayed one night but we fell in love with the place. Absolutely beautiful.

Beautiful log cabin on a lake, looking at the forest. Stunning!

Such a spectacular location. Idyllic log cabin on a lake. The host was very friendly and helpful. Well-appointed, clean and comfortable. Wood-burning fireplace, braai facility. Also row boats, tag & release fishing options. Walking through the forest. Stunning. Will definitely go back.

Picturesque, value for money, very friendly staff.

Beautiful nature hideaway, yet close to amenities, with the friendliest staff makes the accommodation a definite “return to" destination. Unit was clean with everything you need.

Too short.

We enjoyed our stay at Brambleberry. Unfortunately it was only a stop over for 1 night. The cottages were clean and comfortable with a beautiful view of the lake. Next time we will stay for a longer period.

Excellent accommodation for our group of 8 men on a bike trip. We lacked nothing.

Accommodation was well equipped, clean and had good support from Bev and Dewald.

A magic log cabin right on a beautiful farm.

A fantastic log cabin on a dam surrounded by forests. Very nice place to stay and very conveniently located.

Dis 'n "gem' van 'n pekkie.

Ons is baie vriendelik ontvang by die hek. Ons eenheid was netjies met vars water. Daar was braaihout en ons kon net rustig sit en die uitsig geniet. En die ligging was uitstekend.

Beautiful and comfortable stay in a wooden cabin on a lake.

Beautiful and comfortable stay in a wooden cabin on a lake, lovely and cozy with a fireplace and close to a lot of attractions. We enjoyed the animal life that we could view and hear from the deck, especially birds. We rowed on the lake and had a braai on the deck, and went on short hikes on the property and surrounds. We also enjoyed watching the Olympics at night! We definitely recommend Brambleberry to everyone. Dewald was on hand to assist with anything, whether extra toilet paper or advice on walks in the area.

Very peaceful and tranquil.

It was a great, amazing setting. Dewald was great, very accommodating and helpful.

Stunning location and great value for money.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Brambleberry. The log cabins are great value for money, with the most amazing views of the lake and forest.

Heerlike niksdoen verblyf.

Ons het heerlik gebly, die uitsig op die dam is onverbeterlik, die rustigheid uitstekend, en die stilte hemels.

A peaceful wooden home on the lake, best place to refresh your soul!

What a wonderful gem to stay over on our way back to Jhb. The unit is equipped with everything you would need for a night or a week! So peaceful to sit on the deck and listen to the frogs at night and birds in the morning. And the host is a star, so friendly and helpful. We will be back!

Peace and tranquility at this hidden gem!

What an incredible escape we had! The location at Brambleberry was simply breathtaking, offering tranquility and the delightful serenade of birds in the adjacent forest. Dewald provided us with a fantastic and friendly welcome and guided us through the experience. The Lakeside Cabin was immaculate, exuding a cozy ambiance, and the recently added deck overlooking the dam was nothing short of spectacular. Despite the frigid temperature the night we arrived, a generous supply of dry firewood awaited us beside the fireplace. The details could go on and on, but for now, we express our gratitude and our desire to return for another visit!

Pragtige familie woning met 'n adembenemende uitsig.

Ons het baie lekker gekuier by Brambleberry. Ons was 'n groot klomp mense en al 7 van ons en al ons bagasie het maklik in die huis en slaapkamers ingepas. Die dek onder en bo is perfek vir vroegoggend koffie en onder ook lekker vir 'n laatmiddag braai. Die uitsig is adembenemend. Ons kon nie van die huis af visvang nie a.g.v. grasse in die dam, maar daar is ander nabygeleë damme wat ons kon besoek. Dewald was 'n wenner. Hy het ons baie mooi gehelp met ons aankoms met bagasie, hy is baie vriendelik en het uit sy pad gegaan om ons verblyf by Brambleberry gemaklik te maak. Ons sal vir seker weer kom kuier.

Beautiful, peaceful and cosy!

Close to all the attractions in the area, yet so peaceful. It feels like you are miles from civilisation!

Versteekte juweel.

Die super vriendelike gasheer het ons baie tuis laat voel. Daar was genoeg hout vir die kaggel. Die Lakeside Cabin is pragtig en skoon met 'n lieflike uitsig. Dalk kan daar net 'n spieël aangebring word in die slaapkamer. Dit was 'n besonderse plek vir 'n cosy kuier.

Tranquility at its best.

We enjoyed the most amazingly tranquil getaway. A true gem if you want to escape from the noise and distractions of your everyday life. The owners are most kind and considerate; the staff on-site is friendly and caring, and the cabins are comfortable and fully equipped. Will absolutely recommend this place to everyone as a definite must!

Awesome.

An amazing getaway tucked away in the woods on a beautiful dam near Nottingham Road.

Plek waar jou siel rus.

Eerste keer dat ons in die groot lodge bly. Fantasties, fantasties, fantasties. Collin het ons verwelkom en die plek kon jy deur 'n ring trek. Skoon, netjies en die mooiste blomme oral geplaas. Ons was 'n groep van 14 mense op pad na 'n MSC Cruise in Durban, maar hierdie was beslis die hoogtepunt van die naweek. Dit is werklik waar tyd stil staan en jou siel tyd kry om te rus. Baie dankie aan Bev vir die reëlings en die gasvryheid. Julle is die beste.

Pragtige verblyf. Cozy and special.

Ons het 'n heerlike naweek gehad. Sal definitief weer hier bly. Kamers het pragtige uitsigte en huis is baie goed toegerus.

Lovely place. Lovely everything.

Colin, the host is an absolute gem.

Gemaklk om te bereik vanaf N3 pragtige liging oor die dam.

Sien sterre.

Voel soos 'n ander land, great location.

Het die stilte geniet.

Relaxing, calm, peaceful.

For the money value, it was perfect. Everything was clean and tidy. All appliances were in good condition. Lovely view, restful and calm. The staff was friendly and helpful. It is rustic, but definitely worth the money. Our family will visit again.

Dit was okay vir 1 nag.

N groot gemors wanneer dit reën met so baie modder rondom die huis. Beddegoed en gordyne is oud. Sal help as daar beter aanwysings is waar mens afdraai. Die bestuurder daar was baie behulpsaam en ons het baie goeie diens vanaf hom gekry.

Very nice place, view and peaceful.

This is a very nice place. Would like to have stayed longer, but maybe next time. Very peaceful, nice view and atmosphere. Only drawback was the dirt road when we got there, but also taking in consideration that it was raining and the road was not really suitable for a car. Colin was great and very helpful. Overall, very nice place!

Heerlik ontspan.

Vriendelik ontvang deur Collin met 'n reeds brandende kaggel om die koue te verdryf. Bev se aanbevelings t.o.v. kuierplekke word waardeer. Baie dankie, ons het ons naweek by Brambleberry geniet.

Rustic to falling apart.

There was a person staying in our unit when we arrived. Load shedding does not allow a water pump, so no hot shower or bath when you arrive if it is load shedding. Microwave turntable broken. Caretaker was a champ.

Wegbreek met vrou en kinders.

Ons het skielik op die plek besluit na ons dit op die webtuiste gesien het. Tot ons spyt het dit nie aan ons verwagtinge voldoen nie. Foto's is baie oud. Die meer is omtrent toegegroei met watergras. Aanwysingsbord by ingang het takke en blare voor. Al ligpunt was Colin wat ons mooi ontvang het. Huis was vuil, merke op vloere, stof onder die mat. Spinnerakke orals. Eetgerei, stomp messe, geen blikoopmaker. Geen water tydens beurtkrag nie (ons was nie ingelig hieroor nie). Orals is los skroewe en skarniere. Daaglikse tarief belaglik vir wat jy kry. Die huis het definitief TLC nodig. Ons sal nie weer die Middellande besoek nie. Daar is nog baie om te noem, maar ons was baie teleurgesteld.

Absolutely beautiful.

Absolutely beautiful venue. Excellent service.

Rustigheid, vrede en sprokiesmooi ligging is wat jy hier ervaar in 'n snoesige houthuis wat almal nader aan mekaar bring.

Brambleberry sal ek vir enige iemand aanbeveel wat wil wegbreek van 'n gejaag en stadslewe. Dit bied 'n fantastiese, rustige atmosfeer, sprokiesmooi bome en laat mens dink jy is in 'n reënwoud.

Beautiful place to unwind.

Hidden gem to go to with family and friends.

Kerskaartjie mooi.

Ongelooflik mooi. Sal weer gaan en langer bly.

Tranquil gem in the woods.

Brambleberry is an experience I can highly recommend. The cabin facilities are basic, but more than sufficient. The little fireplace warms the cabin to a cosy temperature during winter evenings. Waking each morning to the sound of birds in the trees, a view of the dam and all surrounding nature can destress any individual. Bev and Ollie are wonderful people with great recommendations for the local food or spots of interest. They're willing to help out with local arrangements and information, thanks Bev for the number of the sport's masseuse to ease those post-race niggles.

Asemrowende uitsig, lekker koud, maar die kaggel het ons warm gehou.

Ons is baie vriendelik ontvang, ons is gehelp om ons goedjies uit te laai. Die hut word daagliks skoongemaak, hout word voorsien vir die kaggel. Ons het heerlik ontspan voor die kaggel, asook op die stoep wat uitkyk oor die meer en al die voëls.

Oornag op pad Suidkus toe.

Die bestuurder was uiters professioneel en ons gehelp om bagasie in te dra. Gedurende beurtkrag het hy die kragopwekker aangeskakel sodat ons met normale dinge kon aangaan. Die stilte was oorverdowend. Beveel sterk aan.

Oorslaap op pad terug vanaf Natal kus na Gauteng.

Pragtige hutte langs 'n meer, knus weggesteek in die Natal Midlands. Selfs in die winter hoor mens soveel voëls, en selfs uile in die nag. Lieflike kaggel in sitkamers, verwarmers in die kamers. Vol DStv. Hulle was bereid om vir ons die generator aan te sit tydens beurtkrag, waardeer dit baie. Wens ons kon langer tyd daar spandeer om in die natuurprag te gaan rondloop en meer van die vele voëls te leer ken. Ons gaan vir seker weer soontoe en onsself meer tyd gee daar. Hulle werk nog daaraan om WiFi te installeer.

Heerlike, rustige atmosfeer op mooi plek.

Die huisie is gerieflik toegerus met alles wat nodig is vir 'n ruskans. Die diens was onberispelik en vriendelik. Die enigste negatief is swak selfoonsein en daar is nie internetverbinding nie, hoewel dit ook 'n pluspunt kan wees. Regte waarde vir geld!.

Amazing place.

The log cabins, facing the dam, is serene and the atmosphere is fantastic. This is a hidden gem and we will definitely return for a longer stay.

Heerlike ontspannende vakansie in asemrowende natuur.

Ontsnapping uit die stad se geraas. Houthuis met 'n lieflike atmosfeer.

Loved our stay!

We had a lovely 4 nights stay in the Lakeside Cabin and loved every minute of it. Comfortable, neat, clean accommodation. Very friendly service. And situated in the most breathtaking natural surroundings. We will visit again for sure!

Beautiful setting.

Wonderful setting, clean, well equipped and peaceful.

Mooi uitsig.

Teen die dam. Mooi uitsig en baie bome.

Beautiful place in an ideal location with all the amenities of home.

Manuel for microwave, shortage of plugs for basin and round plug adapter are the only niggles we encountered. Is the water drinkable?

Awesome fun time.

Family and friends had such fun rowing and walks in forest such a relaxing time rustic but everything you require great that there is not much signal so everyone enjoyed laughing and talking.

Great, relaxing getaway.

The venue and setting is beautiful, but the house needs some maintenance, new light bulbs, a deep clean (spider webs, etc). Thank you.

Always a pleasure.

Brambleberry is such a relaxing, quaint and beautiful spot tucked away in the woods. Really enjoyed our stay.

Baie mooi plek om te gaan rus en jouself te geniet in die natuur.

Sal maklik weer daar gaan bly.

Hidden treasure.

Beautiful log cabin by a lake, amazingly tranquil spot, absolutely loved it! Can I buy it?

Beautiful setting.

The oven needs serious attention, only worked on grill at the highest temperature. Tin opener didn't work either.

Baie lekker.

Die pad na die huis is net een groot gemors en ons moes reëlings tref om ons motorfietse by die Nottingham Hotel to parkeer en vervoer terug na die huis want die pad is so sleg dat 3 motorfietse geval het en baie skade aan gerig. So daar moet duidelik gesê word dat dit word nie aan beveel word dat motorfietse daar moet gaan a.g.v. die pad. As dit nie vir die pad was nie, glo ek ons sou een naweek per maand van die plek gebruik gemaak het.

Lovely setting and friendly welcoming, but overpriced unfortunately.

The setting is lovely and tranquil. The caretaker is friendly welcoming. Equipment is on the older side. Feel it is a bit overpriced, unfortunately.

Awsome so relaxing.

Peaceful such a relaxing atmosphere.

Die houthuisie so op die dam is pragtig en dit was verbasend lekker warm binne in hierdie koue weer.

Maak maar net seker dat jy die regte voertuig het om by die huisie te kom wanneer dit reën! Ons lekker gekuier en die opsigter daar het mooi na ons gekyk, dankie! Ons kon ook braai op die balkon terwyl dit reën. Dit was koud, maar daar is heeltemal genoeg warm beddegoed en ons het lekker geslaap. Van die goed soos die stoof is 'n bietjie oud, maar dit het nie regtig gepla nie. Die kraanwater is nie regtig geskik vir drink nie, maar die opsigter het gesorg vir oorgenoeg vars water om te gebruik.

Beautiful view and relaxing area.

Great place with and exceptional view, cozy fire place for the cool nights.

Teleurgesteld.

Daar was skottelgoed in die afdroograk. Die asblik was nie uitgegooi nie. Die linne was ouerig en het a.g.v. daarvan nie skoon voorgekom nie. Daar was 'n groot groep in die huis langsaan wat kliphard musiek gespeel het en geraas het tot diep in die nag. Ons het 'n rustige wegbreek verwag.

Pragtige area, maar swak akkommodasie.

Glad nie waarde vir geld nie. 'n Onaangename ervaring. Meubels is oud en vuil.

Die huislikheid was die ultimate, en Collin was gerusstellende en 'n gasheer vol "kindness".

Bietjie onderhoud hier en daar - die krane in die onderste stort kom los, en die bad se een kraan is droog (onder). Die braaihout is nat. In totaal was dit paradys, ek en my kinders het die ondervinding as hemel op aarde beleef.

Heerlike, rustige blyplek.

Die houthuis is op 'n dam gelee met baie bome en redelike voëllewe. Die kaggel het perfek gewerk aangesien dit koud en nat was. Baie hout was voorsien wat gerieflik was. Colin wat op die perseel woon was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Mens moet net in ag neem dat daar byna geen internet-ontvangs is nie. Baie rustig vir ons, maar kan 'n probleem wees as jy internet nodig het.

Heerlik - dit was privaat en skilderagtig.

Alles was skoon en netjies. Collin het ons vriendelik ontvang en gehelp met ons bagasie. Hy het ook vuur gemaak om die koue te help afweer.

Dit is lekker rustig en veilig en stil.

Sien sterre.

Lekker rustig.

Goeie waarde vir geld.

Nottingham Road se versteekte juweel.

Die reeks houthuisies is in 'n privaat woud met uitsigte oor 'n natuurryke dam. Die plekkie bied absolute sielskalmte met die paddakoor in die aande en die voëltjies in die dag. Definitief 'n plek om te besoek.

Uitstekend en skoon.

Diens was baie professioneel. Die hoofhuis was skoon en baie netjies. Het baie voldoen na ons vereistes. Sal enige tyd weer terug gaan.

What an amazing place. We needed this get away from the hustle and bustle in Durban.

Colin the manager is an absolute gem. Bev is such an awesome host as well!

Serene stay at the coziest little cabin in the woods.

We had the most relaxing time at Brambleberry lodge. Waking up to beautiful views, long walks in the woods, fire at night - what more could you want? Central, safe and great hospitality.

Absolutely fantastic!

We spent 4 nights/5days at Brambleberry Lodge and it exceeded our expectations! The setting is absolutely idyllic, so peaceful and tranquil. But the unexpected bonus is that it is actually so close to so many places on the Midlands Meander. Colin, the manager was lovely - nothing was too much trouble for him, and his manner is very pleasant indeed. He is a real asset. Originally we had booked the 8 sleeper as there were 8 of us, but then upgraded to the 16 sleeper which was really fabulous! A lot of outside space on the deck and the bedrooms and bathrooms very comfortable indeed. All in all, we had a magical visit and would love to come back in the future. Thank you!

Asemrowend!

Pragtigte plek, goeie ligging, vriendelike diens, ongelooflik rustig. Sal beslis weer besoek.

Baie mooi.

Was 'n baie lekker oornag gewees. Sal weer daar gaan slaap. Baie mooi natuur.

Hier kan jou siel rus. Pragtig, rustig en perfekte bestemming om net batterye te herlaai of om die Natalse Middelande te verken.

Ons het die gratis opgradering na 'n groter eenheid baie waardeer. Roei op die dam was 'n groot gunsteling vir almal gewees.

Quiet tranquility.

It was a restful and relaxing stay filled with silence, serenity, birdsong, and calming views.

Asemrowend.

Pragtige plek! Het ons weggevoer na 'n ander wêreld. So dankbaar vir die ondervinding.

Beautiful setting. Had a great stay. Thank you.

Very comfortable, lovely warm fireplace.

Baie baie lekker!

Baie lekker gekuier. Huis is goed toegerus.

Fantastiese ervaring.

Hoogs aanbeveel. Spyt ons het net een nag daar spandeer!

Beautiful!

Beautiful surroundings and lake. Perhaps a warning for low suspension vehicles especially during rainy season, the roads are a bit dodgy, rutted and slippery. Also cabin is in need of a bit of exterior maintenance due to weathering the elements in the years gone by. Oven needs an upgrade.

Night away from home.

The log cabin was very comfortable with everything we needed provided. The view from the deck, overlooking the lake, with forests as a backdrop, is spectacular. We received a friendly welcome and professional service from Colin. This place is a real gem in the Midlands!

Rustigheid en vrede.

Pragtigste uitsig met die lieflikste atmosfeer. Perfek vir mense wat weg van die samelewing wil kom. Mens kan jou hart daar hoor klop.

Beautifully calm setting!

Super service from Bev (reservations) and Collin (site manager). The cottage is well equipped, however just bring an insect or spider repellant.

Uitstekend!

Beslis die plek om te bly as jy wil rus!

It was an awesome place, Colin who looks after was a gem. We had a very relaxing weekend recommend it to anyone.

The only problem was the grass in the lake. We were disappointed with the fishing, but a very well needed rest, with beautiful surrounds. Definitely a place to go away for.

Holiday stop over.

Very comfortable stay in a well equipped timber house. Lovely view over small lake from the deck while having supper. Peaceful setting except for occasional train passing by. The manager is extremely helpful and friendly.

Very relaxing and enjoyable.

My normal vehicle did not enjoy the road with the wet and stones (boulders).

Aan die voet van 'n meer lê hierdie juweeltjie. Wat 'n lekkerte om so deel van die natuur te kon wees.

Clinton het ons met groot entoesiasme verwelkom. Hy is van Zimbabwe en uiters behulpsaam en vriendelik. Ons was ma en dogter met 2 kleinkinders onder 5 jaar. Clinton het ons gehelp met die aflaai van ons bagasie en weer met op pak. Hy het ook in die middel van die nag kom help toe ons per abuis die Noodknoppie gedruk het wat op 'n baie onpraktiese plek langs die badkamer sit. (dalk my enigste negatiewe kommentaar). Sal graag weer daar oorslaap.

What a quiet, peaceful and secluded place. What a wow.

My only concern was the water pump that never stops although it can only be heard in the evening because of the quietness. The service from Collen though you'd simply turn a blind eye to minor issues like that. I have already recommended friends of this rare beauty I have discovered and will continue to do so. Such an amazing experience.

Pragtige uitsig en rustigheid in oorvloed.

Grondvryhoogte voertuig sterk aanbeveel indien dit reënerig is, pragtige uitsig, en ryk voëllewe. Perfek vir oornag op pad na Ooskus. Moet net nie selfoon of internet ontvangs benodig nie. Jy gaan net ontspan.

Ongelooflik mooi en ons plek was goed toegerus.

Dis 'n idilliese plek waar mens baie lekker kan ontspan. Die omgewing is besonders mooi en die atmosfeer is fantasties. Ons eenheid benodig onderhoud aan die buitekant, alhoewel die binnekant in 'n baie goeie toestand is. Die grasse in die dam bemoeilik visvang en as hulle dit kan adresseer, sal dit fantasties vir vissermanne wees.

Brambleberry is die mees huislike scenario vir saamwees met familie, en sprokiesagtig.

Enkele onderhoud behels die krane in die onderste stort en bad. 'n Voorraad vullissakke kan die asblik buite die agterdeur taamlik spaar. Die brandhout vir die vuurherd is klam. Alles is oorkombaar en die uiteinde is 'n fenomenale mooi ervaring. Die elektriese heining kort instandhouding, maar die sekuriteit was deurgaans optimaal. Die grondpad is in rybare kondisie. Ligging is fantasties.

Ons het laataand daar aangekom en weer vroegoggend vertrek, sou graag langer daar wou wees.

Die plek is netjies, skoon en lekker ruim. Die uitsig vanuit die hoofslaapkamer en leefarea is besonders mooi oor die dam. Sal weer daar gaan oorslaap.