Buffalo River Self-catering
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Nkosinathi X - Jul 2023
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Wonderful.
Jan S - Nov 2024
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Baie verwaarloos.
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Very neglected.
Very disappointing. Places have a lot of potential. Very neglected outside. Godryne in room hangs on mercy and hangs on just a few heels on rail, could not pull properly and is too long and hangs in a heap on the ground and is really not clean. Room window does not close completely. Visit table and chairs outside very dirty and neglected, full of dust, oil stains and feeling foggy. One flower bowl with weeds begging for some water. Bedding stained. Room just creepy and not a nice atmosphere. Closet door that stays open and bent wire hangers. Bathroom comfortable and water was nice and hot.
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Petunia S - Mar 2024
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Dirty and smells ugly.
Callie B - Jul 2023
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Veiligheid moet opgeskerp word, maar verder aanvaarbaar.
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Security needs to be stepped up, but otherwise acceptable.
There was quite a lot of noise Saturday night from other residents. Loud music and shouting. Problem with gate access on arrival and departure.
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Thulani N - Nov 2023
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Good.
Linda J - Mar 2022
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Rustig!
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Restful!
Real farm break.
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Delané D - Jan 2022
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Lekker rustige atmosfeer.
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Nice peaceful atmosphere.
As we are farmers ourselves, it was pleasant to spend the night there. Away from the din of city noises.
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Callie B - Jun 2022
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Gasvrye diens en netjies. Pas ons behoeftes ten volle.
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Friendly service and tidy. Fits our needs perfectly.
It was the second time at the sleepover and very satisfied. Will recommend.
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Gugulethu H - Mar 2022
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It was a good stay, away from the city, on a farm where we could unwind.
Koot S - Feb 2022
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Ervaring tussen mielielande.
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Experience between cornfields.
Farm sounds, tractor running. Room's ceiling needs attention. Friendly reception. Calm atmosphere. Road signs are recommended.
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Sandra H - Jun 2022
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Out of town location for a quiet, peaceful sleep and lovely view to wake to.
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Mariana L - Feb 2022
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Daar is gee aanwysings van die groot pad, sowel as jy op die plaas/plot aankom nie. Ons het gewonder waar is ontvangs, het toe van die permanente huurders wat daar rond was gevra waar is die ontvangs. Lyk nie of daar 'n Ontvangs is nie, maar die gasvrou is gaan roep en was baie vriendelik.
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There are directions from the main road, as well as when you arrive at the farm/plot. We wondered where reception was, then asked some of the permanent tenants who were around where the reception was. Doesn't look like there is a Reception, but the hostess went to call and was very friendly.
The whole place needs TLC, especially the bathroom ceilings. The towel rail also only hangs on 2 screws that are almost completely out as well, the rest of the screws aren't even there to hold the rail in place. Definitely not my type of place. The hanging cabinet in the room's handles are halfway down, there is a hole in the front of one door. The mirror cabinet's chair is an ordinary wooden chair with the armrest cut off. The evidence is still there. My car had to be parked quite a distance from the cottage under a storage roof along with other farm implements and another old car that was on stilts. We felt like we were staying in someone's backyard. I will not stay there again. I'm not a picky person, but when you pay you expect something better. For the price I didn't expect something fancy, it could be simple, but at least everything whole and neat and tasty. You also cannot park close to the overnight place to pick up and drop off. What the description said and photos is not what we had there.
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Karin M - Sep 2021
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Perfekte oornagplek tussen Pietersburg en Margate!
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Perfect overnight stop between Pietersburg and Margate!
We were welcomed very kindly. Everything we needed was in the cottage. Beautiful decor. We enjoyed the tranquility of the farm. There is plenty of play space for small children. Thank you very much for the wonderful service and your kindness. We would recommend it to any family.
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Mariana P - Mar 2021
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Alles wat nodig is vir oornag.
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Everything you need for an overnight stay.
Place was nice and clean and it was dead quiet.
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Ronel E - Jun 2021
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Plaas-gasvryheid. Silwerskoon, baie goeie matras, warm water. Niks meer nodig nie.
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Farm hospitality. Silver clean, very good mattress, hot water. Nothing more needed.
Good service. Hostess updated me about location. Everything was spotless and we slept wonderfully.
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Francois S - Apr 2021
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Heerlike nagrus gehad!
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Had a great night's rest!
Alicia's hospitality is special!
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Roelien H - Jul 2021
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Very comfy farm stay.
Tom B - Jan 2021
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Good value for money clean and convenient.
Roelien H - Jul 2021
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Very comfortable, rustic, farm cottage.
Ursula M - Mar 2021
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Loved it.
Johan D - Jan 2021
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Baie lekker, sal weer soontoe gaan.
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Very nice, will go there again.
The place was very pleasant. Will definitely recommend it to people.
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Art C - Aug 2021
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Very comfortable and peaceful.
Sonja Y - Apr 2021
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Country life!
Jors J - May 2021
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Great time.
Hennie E - Jan 2021
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Uiters teleurgesteld en mors van geld.
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Extremely disappointed and waste of money.
Pictures are misleading, the place did not look like pictures at all. Very dusty and dirty. Bedding on the one single bed (photos show double bed) was dirty and upside down on bed that it cannot be seen. Dishcloth was dirty. No cleaners showed up despite being advertised as such. Firewood was offered, never delivered. The place has good potential, but then it needs to be managed properly. 2 other couples arrived at exactly the same time as us. They had to wait a very long time to get into their reserved place, as excess stuff had to be carried out first. They were also not very impressed with the place to stay. It was truly a waste of money. Sorry if that sounds harsh, but that's what we experienced. I'm not a critical person, but I found this creepy.
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Shann B - Sep 2021
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Very disappointing!
Ciska S - Apr 2021
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Die verblyf was geensins wat dit voorgestel is op die website nie.
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The accommodation was in no way what it was presented on the website.
In many years that I have been using the website, this was the first time that the accommodation and what was indicated on the website did not match. I was very disappointed in the accommodation. It was extremely dirty. The towels smelled of sweat, the faucets leaked, the shower door wouldn't close, the dishes were dusty and oily. The dishcloths that are there are really greasy and dirty. Nothing in the kitchen looks like it has been set up for guests. The breakware is not from one set and the knifeware has been put together from all over. The fridge was not cold and took a very long time to get cold. When we arrived there was water in the bottom of the fridge. We were able to last one night and immediately looked for another place to stay in the morning. The lady who received us was pleasant but it doesn't make up for the lie that was sold on the website about what the accommodation looks like. The reimbursement of our accommodation costs was indeed received, but the inconvenience of looking for accommodation over an Easter weekend as well as the bad experience and the impact on our other activities, is not fixed with money. Holidays and breaks are a luxury in the times we live in. It's a shame that such an experience has to detract from the pampering we allow ourselves. I would not recommend anyone here.
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Riana R - Jan 2021
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Vuil! Onvoorbereid.
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Dirty! Unprepared.
No reception, never again!
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Sadiyya A - Jan 2020
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Went well.
Jan V - Nov 2020
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Baie lekker gebly maar ...
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Very nice stay but...
It can be a fantastic place. We were received very kindly, well rested after a long day and even though it was on a farm we felt safe. But there are some things that bother. The shower's glass panels were dirty (stained), behind is a very nice private patio but the grass was long and there were cigarette butts everywhere. Know it's on a farm and there must be dust but 2 mats in front of the beds will make a big difference. There are coffee and tea making facilities but no milk. There is a bed lamp next to the bed but could not use it because it has a two-prong plug and no two-prong plug available in the wall.
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Adelle C - Dec 2020
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Vinnige stop.
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Quick stop.
For the price it is worth it.
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Nelisiwe M - Dec 2020
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It was so great the rooms were clean everyone was friendly.
Craig N - Dec 2019
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Lovely stay.
Tanya T - Aug 2019
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Great value for excellent accommodation!
Laetitia M - Apr 2019
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I will visit again.
Dean E - Mar 2019
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Rustige omgewing en baie gasvrye mense.
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Quiet environment and very hospitable people.
It was a nice place to stay. We were greeted by a very nice hostess. The units are well equipped, clean and tidy.
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Wynand L - Mar 2019
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Baie netjies, behulpsaam en ons het tuis gevoel.
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Very neat, helpful and we felt at home.
Thank you for hospitality from the owner of the guest house.
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Herman S - Aug 2019
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Very neat and tidy place to stay.
Robert Z - Dec 2019
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Aangename verblyf op 'n plaaswerf met die klanke en reuke van 'n beesplaas.
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Pleasant stay on a farm yard with the sounds and smells of a cattle farm.
Our stay was pleasant with covered parking quite close to the rooms. The rooms are well equipped with everything needed. Unfortunately the rooms were not cleaned properly. Very dusty. The bathroom is very comfortable and big enough but needs serious maintenance and painting on the ceiling. It didn't create a good impression at all with paint peeling everywhere. The bedroom is nice and big and the bed very comfortable. Here the curtain was an eyesore. Too long and not hung properly. The cement table and benches outside are very handy, but we could hardly use them during the day. It should come under cover for protection from sun and rain. Despite all the negative comments, we still had a nice stay and the host is very helpful.
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Heidi T - Dec 2019
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Rustig met vriendelike eienaars.
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Quiet with friendly owners.
It is a peaceful farm with farm smells and animals. Lots of birds and friendly owners.
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Brenda M - Oct 2019
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If you like the farm-style life this is your place.
Conrad H - Nov 2018
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Baie mooi akkommodasie - rustige plaas gevoel.
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Very nice accommodation - quiet farm feeling.
Very nice accommodation, friendly service, peaceful farm feeling. You can relax. I will definitely be back again.
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Andrew P - Oct 2018
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They need to cater for couples and provide a double bed instead of two singles.
Carl S - Sep 2018
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Gasvryheid was uitstekend.
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Hospitality was excellent.
It was a lovely stay, farm atmosphere. Would go again anytime.
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Rehanie N - Jul 2018
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Fantastiese plekkie met wonderlike gasvryheid!
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Great place with great hospitality!
Will definitely use Buffalo again. It feels like a second home. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
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Nhlahla S - Jul 2018
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Perfect and peaceful stay.
Wallie M - Jun 2018
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Baie geniet om op 'n plaas te kon kuier.
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Enjoyed staying on the farm a lot.
Accommodation very private, and the owners were very helpful and friendly. Enough space to be outside with a convenient braai.
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Madelene H - Apr 2018
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Fantastiese weg-breek.
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Fantastic getaway.
The owners are wonderful, friendly people who help immediately if there is something missing. The place is nice and tidy and nice and quiet. Really enjoyed the weekend there.
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Bernsdette S - Mar 2018
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It was peaceful and quiet.
Carmolieta V - Mar 2018
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Heerlik, rustig, gemaklik, netjies en veilig.
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Lovely, peaceful, comfortable, tidy and safe.
Everything you need in a lovely farm setting. The units are neat and comfortable and the owners very friendly and helpful.
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Lizelle S - Jan 2018
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Baie vriendelike mense en ons het lekker gebly.
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Very friendly people and we had a nice stay.
Beautiful farm life and friendly people.
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Jackie V - Feb 2018
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Dit was lekker rustig.
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It was nice and quiet.
The place is peaceful and the owners are very helpful and friendly.
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Germarie V - Dec 2018
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Waarde vir geld.
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Value for money.
Comfortable, neat and clean. Nice big unit.
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Gideon S - Aug 2018
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'n Aangename ervaring wat bestaan het uit 'n warm ontvangs, gerieflike fasiliteite, en die plaaslewe op jou voorstoep.
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A pleasant experience that consisted of a warm welcome, comfortable facilities, and farm life on your doorstep.
Buffalo River Self-catering is truly value for money. We easily felt at home. The place is well furnished with a lovely big bed with a cozy duvet and enough blankets for the coldest winter night. The private braai area at the back was also a nice plus.
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Karen E - Jan 2018
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Waarde vir geld.
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Value for money.
Very nice stay and the owner is very helpful.
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Mari R - Jan 2018
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It was peaceful and relaxing after a day's work.
Larry M - Nov 2018
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Clean, neat, cheap, good communication.
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Skoon, netjies, goedkoop, goeie kommunikasie.
Op 'n plaas met plaasreuke. Maklike oornagverblyf.
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Shaunise M - May 2018
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Dit was baie lekker en rustig.
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It was very nice and peaceful.
Service was 100%.
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Gavin D - Oct 2018
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Very peaceful and quiet.
Morné D - Oct 2018
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Waarde.
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Value.
Very friendly welcome and willing to help. This is our 2nd time staying at Buffalo River Self-catering. Both occasions we were met with an extra mattress for our toddler. Definitely value for money and perfectly located for us. Would stay here again anytime.
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Richard S - Apr 2018
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Calm farm stay.
Jan D - Dec 2018
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Die wooneenhede was verrassend aangenaam gemeubileer met genoeg spasie om die plaasatmosfeer te waardeer.
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The living units were surprisingly pleasantly furnished with enough space to appreciate the farm atmosphere.
Surprisingly pleasantly furnished to appreciate the farm atmosphere. The windows may be equipped with functionally beautiful wooden frames were mesh accommodate. Abundant bird species observed in the early morning.
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Charlene V - Oct 2018
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Oulike plekkie.
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Cute place.
We got a warm welcoming, the place is on a farm and we were mad about the rustic feel. A cute little place.
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Gustav P - Jun 2018
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Skoon en netjies.
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Clean and tidy.
Will stay there again, received very kindly and the room was tidy and clean, what bothered me was that there is no security door and on the way to the room I would suggest putting in a pavement, at the moment you're walking on broken cement blocks and it damages the appearance of the room.
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Schalk N - Jun 2018
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Lekker gebly. Goeie waarde gewees.
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Had a nice stay. Good value for money.
Quiet place to stay at outside of the bustling town. Friendly people and good value.
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Bongani N - Oct 2018
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If you wish to get a country or farm retreat, then this is the place for you.
Ismail E - Jan 2018
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Not a holiday destination as it's based on a cattle farm.
Anonymous Guest - Oct 2018
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Friendly reception, busy cattle farm.
We were kindly received. Bedding clean, but a lot of dust in the rooms, showers were dirty and it took 2 days to fix gas geyser (they only had to replace the battery). Cattle feed is mixed right in front of the rooms, very dusty, attracts flies, and tractor made noise every day Mon-Sun right in front of our door with the mixing plant. The cottages are well equipped, but with small changes they could be fantastic. I suggest: mesh in front of windows (for flies), pavement from parking to cottage (it's a mud puddle during rain), curtain in front of bathroom window and comfortable chairs or cushions for the wooden lounge chairs. I understand this is a working cattle farm, but should the feed be mixed right in front of the guests' rooms?
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Vasthi S - Dec 2017
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Mense was baie behulpsaam, vriendelik en gasvryheid was uitstekend.
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People were very helpful, friendly and hospitality was excellent.
The people were very kind and helped where they could, apartment was cleaned every day, very friendly people. Forwarded our references what places we can visit and see.
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Kobie C - Oct 2017
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Fantastic venue.
Marius M - Oct 2017
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Rustig.
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Restful.
If you love farm life, this is definitely for you. Nice fishing for the kids. Big wide plains for nice walking. Very safe. Alicia is a wonderful hostess who goes out of her way to please you.
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Baie dankie Marius vir die mooi woorde, hoop om julle gou weer te sien.
Jeanine S - Sep 2017
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Perfekte verblyf!
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Perfect stay!
The stay was perfect! The customer service was also very good. It was my husband's birthday and Alicia went out of her way to make it special for him. Will definitely stay here again!
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Stephen V - May 2017
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Baie baie lekker.
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It was great.
We will be back, really enjoyed it.
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Rory L - Dec 2017
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Ons was mal daaroor. Regte plaastatmosfeer waarvan ons so baie hou.
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We loved it. Real farm atmosphere that we love so much.
Pleasant, friendly, farm environment. Nice and quiet. Very open, hospitable people.
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Pierre M - Oct 2017
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Baie lekker rustige verblyf.
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Very nice peaceful stay.
A lot of extra effort done by Alicia. Definitely worth it.
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Jd R - Dec 2017
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Heerlik en rustig op die plaas.
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Lovely and peaceful on the farm.
Truly highly recommended. Everything was as we wanted it.
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Joanita P - Nov 2017
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Rustig.
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Peaceful.
Very quiet area with friendly service. We will definitely stay at Buffalo River again. Neat apartment with all the amenities.
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Leon G - Dec 2017
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Rustige area.
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Quiet area.
Friendly reception. Clean units. Simple, but very neat. Quiet environment. Price is definitely affordable. Lovely visiting area outside the apartments.
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Leigh M - Dec 2017
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Awesome and accommodating - just needed a good clean.
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Baie rustig en stil.
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Very tranquil and quiet.
See stars.
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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2017
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I canceled the reservation and am still waiting for a refund of the total amount.
I canceled the reservation on the same day I made the reservation. I paid the full amount, and am still waiting for feedback / refund.
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- Capacity: 14 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: Buffalo River Farm, Newcastle, 2940, KwaZulu-Natal