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Cottage Pie

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.6 out of 5from 189 reviews for Cottage Pie
Cleanliness
4.6/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.7/5
Safety
4.6/5
Value for money
4.4/5
Andries O - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andries O
With partner

Naby alles en tog voel jy naby die natuur as jy inry by Cottage Pie.

Baie rustig en die dekor is iets besonders.

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Close to everything and yet you feel close to nature when you drive into Cottage Pie.

Very peaceful and the decor is something special.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Goeie dag Andries

Dankie vir ons mooi review. Ons is so bly dat julle die rustigheid van Cottage Pie en ons dekor styl geniet het.

Kom kuier gou weer.

Vriendelike groete,

Karen

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Chandré C - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chandré C
With partner

Rustig, stil, maklik om te vind.

Dit was rustig en mooi.

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Peaceful, quiet, easy to find.

It was peaceful and beautiful.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Chandré

Dankie vir ons mooi sterre.

Ons is baie bly julle het julle tyd hier by Cottage Pie in Clarens geniet.

Kom kuier gou weer.

Vriendelike groete,

Karen

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Dirk J - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dirk J
With friends

Privaat en aangenaam.

Heerlik gebly. Geniet die natuur en vars lug.

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Private and pleasant.

Had a wonderful stay. Enjoy nature and fresh air.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Dirk

Ons is altyd bly as ons gaste lekker kuier by ons. Die natuur en vars berglug is heerlik.

Ons sien uit daarna om julle terug te verwelkom in 2025.

Vriendelike groete

Karen

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Jc P - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jc P
With partner

Baie tuis gevoel. Kon heerlik ontspan.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Dis 'n koel, rustige tuiste. Maklik om te ontspan so diep in die natuur. Daar is alles en nog wat in geriewe, sal lank kan bly sonder sukkel.

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Felt very at home. Could relax wonderfully.

We had a very nice stay. It's a cool, peaceful home. Easy to relax so deep in nature. There is everything and more in amenities, will be able to stay for a long time without any trouble.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir jou mooi skrywe. Altyd lekker om weer te lees hoe lekker het ons gaste gekuier.

Volgende keer moet julle definitief langer kuier.

Vriendelike groete,

Karen

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Anonymous Guest - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Comfortable, clean, exquisite decor, quiet, close to nature.

Cottage Pie, Bedsitter, met our needs 100%! The silence and bird life was a bonus!

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

Rustig, kalm en perfek vir alleen tyd.

Ek en my verloofde sal enige tyd weer van Cottage Pie gebruik maak.

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Peaceful, calm and perfect for alone time.

My fiance and I would use Cottage Pie again anytime.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir jou mooi skrywe, Chanté.
Alles wat mooi is vir julle twee.
Kom kuier gou weer vir ons by Cottage Pie in Clarens.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

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Jaco E - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco E
Family with teenagers

Een van ons gunsteling blyplekke in Clarens.

Skoon, gerieflike blyplekkie. Ons het ons tydjie hier baie geniet.

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One of our favorite places to stay in Clarens.

Clean, comfortable place to stay. We really enjoyed our time here.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir jou skrywe, Jaco.

Ons is bly julle gesin het die tyd by Cottage Pie in Clarens geniet. Julle is altyd welkom.
Vriendelike groete,

Karen

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

Quiet and peaceful.

Amazing, close to nature and very helpful management.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you for your review, Ian.
We are so happy when our tribe, the nature lovers, find us and enjoy what we offer.
We look forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards, Karen.

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Cobus G - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cobus G
Family with young children

Vervrissend en rustig.

Was baie lekker. Teen die berg kan gaan stap en ontspan.

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Refreshing and peaceful.

Was very nice. Can go for a walk up the mountain and relax.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir jou skrywe, Cobus.
So bly julle het ons berg geniet saam die staproetes en al die res.

Tot volgende keer, mooi loop.

Vriendelike groete, Karen.

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Annelize A - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annelize A
With partner

Cozy, peaceful and beautiful.

Very clean and cozy little cottage. Very peaceful and romantic. Bonus: you are close to the hiking trails. Had a wonderful stay. Will definitely book here again.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Annelize, thank you for taking the time to write such a beautiful review. It truly warms my heart when our guests at Cottage Pie in Clarens love their stay with us.
Until next time, stay happy and healthy. Kind regards, Karen

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

Amazing.

I stayed in a cute thatch roof room. Green lush, clean, and friendly.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Janetta

We are so happy that you loved the Upstairs Under the Thatch Room at Cottage Pie in Clarens. Many guests fondly speak of the TreeTop room; it is so beautiful and green and lush. Pleased you also enjoyed it.
We look forward to welcoming you back in 2025.
Kind regards, Karen

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Henk L - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Henk L
With partner

Baie mooi natuurskoon en rustige atmosfeer.

Ons het heerlik gebly, baie netjies en skoon.

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Very beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere.

We had a wonderful stay, very neat and clean.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir jou terugvoer Henk

Ons is bly julle het heerlik gekuier hier by ons

Sien uit daarna om julle terug te verwelkom in 2025 by Cottage Pie in Clarens.

Vriendelike groete

Karen

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

Was awesome gewees, sien weer.

Was ideaal vir ons, ons eet gewoonlik uit en dit was ook weggesteek van al die woeligheid van die dorp.

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Was awesome, see you again.

Was ideal for us, we usually eat out and it was also hidden from all the hustle and bustle of the town.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir jou skrywe Gary

Ons is bly julle het julle tyd by Cottage Pie geniet, sowaar 'n klein "hideaway" in Clarens.

Julle is altyd welkom hier by ons. Vriendelike groete Karen

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

Fantasties!

Heerlik gebly, pragtige plek.

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Fantastic!

Great stay, beautiful place.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hello Sané, so lekker om te lees dat julle heerlik gebly het hier by Cottage Pie in Clarens.
julle is altyd welkom. Vriendelike groete, Karen

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

Rustig in die natuur.

Dit was absoluut salig. Alles wat mens kan nodig kry, sowel as 'n rustige atmosfeer en heerlike bos en rivier as baljaarplek vir viervoetiges.

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Quiet in nature.

It was absolutely blissful. Everything one could need, as well as a peaceful atmosphere and lovely forest and river as a frolicking place for four-legged friends.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Mathilda

Dit is so lekker om te lees hoe heerlik julle en die honde kinders gekuier het.

Tot volgende keer, mooi loop.

Vriendelike groete, Karen

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Emilia F - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Emilia F

Loved our stay, lovely garden and home.

Loved the garden and sitting outside for meals, the fresh roses in the home, many personal touches. Bed and linen were wonderful. The housekeeper was helpful, hard working and on the ball. The only disappointment was when we asked if we could use the hot tub: the reply was sure, if we knew how to use it and supplied the firewood. I don't think people in general just know how to operate such a hot tub.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you, Emilia, for taking the time to review your stay at Cottage Pie.

We are so happy that you loved your stay with your mom and your furchild.

The enquiry from your side regarding the use of the hot tub happened on the last day of your week-long stay, and unfortunately, at that stage, all staff had already left after the day's work. Next time, should you wish to use the tub, let the staff assist you on day one so you know how to use the tub; it will be their pleasure.

We wish you much joy for the festive season and hope to welcome you and your mom back in the new year.

Kind regards,

Karen

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Johannes D - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Johannes D
With partner

Wonderful.

Die plek was baie lekker en rustig.

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Wonderful.

The place was very nice and peaceful.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Johannes, ons is so bly julle het die rustigheid van Cottage Pie in Clarens geniet.
Kom kuier gou weer vir ons. Vriendelike groete, Karen

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

Netjies, afgesonder en baie mooi.

Baie lekker gebly. Baie netjies binne die cabin. Ons het die braai onder die sterre vreeslik geniet.

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Neat, secluded and very beautiful.

Very nice stay. Very neat inside the cabin. We really enjoyed the barbecue under the stars.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir jou mooi terugvoer, Zanté.
Ek is so bly julle het die mooi sterre van Clarens geniet. Julle is altyd welkom by Cottage Pie in Clarens.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

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Gina D - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Gina D
Family with young children

Peaceful break away.

It was a lovely peaceful stay with Granny, Grandpa and the dogs. The place is situated right at the walking trails, bit of a walk to town, but drive is quick and easy. Nice garden for the dogs although the fence is a bit sceptical; if you have naughty dogs they might try to escape. All in all, we had a lovely stay and would definitely stay again. The 2 single beds could do with an upgrade - 1 is super hard and the other super soft. Thanks again.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Gina
Thank you for your detailed feedback. So happy that you all loved your time at Cottage Pie.
The fence at the bottom end of the stream has now been replaced.
We look forward to seeing you in 2025.
Kind regards
Karen

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Pierre P - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Pierre P
With partner

Clarens wegbreek.

Ons het op die nippertjie besluit om Clarens te besoek en het Cottage Pie as verblyf gekies. Slegs die Houthut was beskikbaar van die 4 x eenhede. Alhoewel die hut buitekant effens afgeleef voorkom, was alles netjies, skoon en gerieflik binnekant. Cottage Pie is goed geleë baie naby aan die staproetes.

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Clarence breaks away.

We decided at the last minute to visit Clarens and chose Cottage Pie as accommodation. Only the Log Cabin was available of the 4 x units. Although the outside of the cabin looks a little tired, everything was neat, clean and comfortable inside. Cottage Pie is well located very close to the walking trails.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Pierre

Dankie vir jou skrywe.

Ons is bly julle het die Rustic Wooden Cabin met sy luukses aan die binnekant geniet. Kom kuier gou weer, die berge hier by Cottage Pie wag vir julle.

Vriendelike groete,
Karen

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

Great location.

Was a lovely stay, will recommend it.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Amandrie,
Thank you for your review.
It truly warms my heart to read that you will recommend Cottage Pie to others who will be visiting Clarens. Hospitality thrives on word of mouth recommendations. Thank you.
You are always welcome. Kind regards, Karen.

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Mary M - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mary M
With partner

Very nice, cosy and comfortable.

I would advise putting the geyser on in the morning before check-in or advising guests to put it on upon arrival.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Mary,
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Cottage Pie in Clarens.
Our apologies regarding the geyser; Housekeeping normally turns geysers on when a booking is coming up.
We appreciate your 5-star rating and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Karen

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

Brilliant.

Fantastic stay, enjoyed the heat.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you for your review, Gary.
Hope to see you again in the near future.
Kind regards,
Karen

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

Beautiful & Serene breakaway! Beyond our expectations!

The cabin was beyond our expectations and more than we ever hoped for. We were in complete awe with arriving and every day was such a unique experience. . Karen was an amazing host the entire process. As my first ever booking and travel plan, she was extremely helpful and understanding. She provided me with suggestions for walking routes and restaurants whilst loadshedding was ongoing. . Their location is isolated, quiet, at a stream, situated at the edge of the mountain, the geese were amazing gaurd dogs and the housekeeping was friendly and reliable. The cabin was such a cozy and romantic breakaway for us. It was away from the other rooms. . The location does not have electricity during loadshedding nor a gas plate, however, a gas heater was provided and housekeeping brought us boiling water in the morning during loadshedding times. . There is enough storage space and the bed was very comfortable (as someone with back problems, the bed did not put any strain on my back or body). . We WILL definitely stay here again in the future!

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you, Lucretia, for taking the time to give such a detailed review.
It warms my heart.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Warm wishes, Karen.

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

Enjoyed the cottage.

I was able to take my dog to Cottage Pie and he had fun with the other dogs and geese. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Will recommend for a getaway.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you, Susan, for your beautiful review. I am so happy that you loved your stay. We loved hosting you and look forward to welcoming you back. Until next time, stay happy and healthy. Warm wishes, Karen.

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

Baie lekker afgesonderde wegbreek-naweek.

Baie netjies en afgeleë. Dit was 'n nodige wegbreek.

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Very nice secluded getaway weekend.

Very neat and secluded. It was a necessary break.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Werner, ons is so bly julle het die wegbreak geniet. Kom laai weer daai batterye van julle. Die stilte en die berge wag vir julle. Vriendelike groete, Karen

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Estelle C - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Estelle C
Family with teenagers

Absolutely stunning!

The decor and the garden were both incredibly beautiful, and peaceful - I can highly recommend it - were so pleasantly surprised by the beauty inside and out.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you Estelle for your beautiful review, I am so happy that you loved your stay. We loved hosting you, looking forward to welcoming you back. Until next time stay happy and healthy. Warm wishes, Karen.

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

Baie lekker gebly.

Sal weer Cottage Pie besoek.

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Very nice stay.

Will visit Cottage Pie again.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Henry
Dit is so lekker om te lees julle gaan weer kom kuier, ons sien uit daarna om julle terug te verwelkom.
Vriendelike groete, Karen

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

Pragtige ligging, stil en rustig.

Ons het ons verblyf by Cottage Pie verskriklik geniet. Kamer was mooi voorberei, en lekker gemaklik. Daar was een of 2 klein afrondings wat 'n bietjie verbeter kan word, maar dit het glad nie ons kuier benadeel nie. Sal definitief weer Cottage Pie kom besoek.

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Beautiful location, quiet and peaceful.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cottage Pie. Room was nicely prepared, and nice and comfortable. There were one or 2 small finishing touches that could be improved a bit, but it didn't detract from our stay at all. Will definitely visit Cottage Pie again.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Pieter
So bly julle het lekker gekuier hier by Cottage Pie in Clarens. Sien uit om julle terug te verwelkom. Vriendelike groete uit Clarens se berge.

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Vianda S - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Vianda S
Individual traveller

Die houthut was my laaste oorslaap voor my maande lange roadtrip ten einde gekom het. Die uitsig is teen die berg, lieflik.

Dit het my verwagtinge van 'n houthut in die middel van winter in die Vrystaat oortref. Ek het gasvrou Karen nooit persoonlik ontmoet nie. Sy het slegs via WhatsApp gekommunikeer. Die bed was baie gemaklik. Elektriese kombers was 'n groot pluspunt so ook die gasverwarmer. Die kombuis was só toegerus dat jy kon kos en koffie maak te midde loadshedding wat 'n groot pluspunt is. Ná 'n dag se verken en rondloop was die houthut regtig 'n knus "huis toe gaan" blyplek.

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The log cabin was my last sleepover before my months-long road trip came to an end. The view is up the mountain, lovely.

It exceeded my expectations of a log cabin in the middle of winter in the Free State. I never met hostess Karen in person. She only communicated via WhatsApp. The bed was very comfortable. Electric blanket was a big plus as was the gas heater. The kitchen was so equipped that you could make food and coffee in the midst of loadshedding, which is a big plus. After a day of exploring and walking around, the log cabin was really a cozy "coming home" place to stay.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Vianda

Dankie vir jou breedvoerige terugvoer. Groot waardeering. Baie bly jy het jou oorslaap en die dorp geniet. Karen is nie voltyds in Clarens op die perseel nie, maar beskikbaar op WhatsApp om seker te maak alles verloop vlot en ons gaste is gelukkig. Anna van housekeeping is elke dag beskikbaar en groot deel van ons sukses. Sien uit daarna om jou terug te verwelkom vir 'n langer kuier volgende keer.
Vriendelike groete
Karen

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Gerhard T - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerhard T
With partner

Puik

Die Cottage Pie is 'n puik slaapplek in 'n stil omgewing en ek sal dit definitief aanbeveel.

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Great

The Cottage Pie is a great place to sleep in a quiet environment and I would definitely recommend it.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie Gerhard vir jou terugvoer. Baie dankie dat jy ons sal aanbeveel, groot waardeering.
Kom kuier gou weer.
Vriendelike groete.
Karen

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Johan L - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan L
With partner

Rustig en stil.

Rommel voor die akkommodasie waar 'n stroompie geloop het. Akkommodasie is binne baie netjies.

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Calm and quiet.

Rubble in front of the accommodation where a stream ran. Accommodation is very neat inside.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir jou terugvoer, Johan.

Hoop om julle weer te verwelkom in die toekoms. Vriendelike groete, Karen.

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Ondene R - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Ondene R
With partner

Quaint and peaceful getaway, though very small, it had all we needed for our quick stay.

Lovely little cottage stay.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you, Ondene, for your beautiful reply. I am so happy that you loved your stay. We loved hosting you and are looking forward to welcoming you back. Until next time, stay happy and healthy. Warm wishes, Karen.

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Jossie P - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jossie P

Lekker rustig in die natuur.

Jy kyk uit op die natuur en hoor heeltyd die water van die stroom vloei. Dit is veilig en naby aan die dorp indien jy iets nodig het. Clarens is 'n pragtige dorp met baie interessante winkels en genoeg eetplekke om van te kies.

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Nice and quiet in nature.

You look out on nature and hear the water of the stream flowing all the time. It is safe and close to town if you need anything. Clarens is a beautiful town with many interesting shops and plenty of places to eat to choose from.

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Hi Jossie

Ons waardeer jou terugvoer. Kom kuier gou weer. Vriendelike groete
Team Cottage Pie

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

Was 'n heerlike wegbreek.

Dit was heerlik rustig en lekker gewees, die eenheid was skoon en ons het heerlik snoesig geslaap. Dankie, dit was heerlik, goeie waarde vir geld.

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Was a lovely break.

It had been wonderfully peaceful and enjoyable, the unit was clean and we had a lovely cozy sleep. Thank you, it was delicious, good value for money.

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Dankie Anton vir jou terugvoer.
Baie bly om te lees julle het heerlik gekuier by Cottage Pie in Clarens.
Tot volgende keer.
vriendelike groete, Karen

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Carol G - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Carol G
With partner

Very comfortable and peaceful.

The door needs attention, it doesn't open easily.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Carol,
We are pleased that you found your stay comfortable and peaceful.
Until next time, stay happy and healthy. Kind regards, Karen.

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

Beeldskone natuur met 'n pragtige uitsig oor die berge.

Pragtige ligging met baie vriendelike eienaar. Ons het gereis saam met ons hondjie en sy het dit vreeslik geniet om saam met die vriendelike honde op die perseel te speel. Die huisie is ook netjies afgekamp sodat sy nie kon uitkom nie.

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Picturesque nature with a beautiful view of the mountains.

Beautiful location with very friendly owner. We traveled with our puppy and she really enjoyed playing with the friendly dogs on site. The house was also neatly cordoned off so she couldn't get out.

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Dankie vir jou mooi review. Julle moet weer kom kuier. Vriendelike groete.

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

Altyd heerlik!

Gerieflik, skoon, veilig en pragtig.

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Always delicious!

Comfortable, clean, safe and beautiful.

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Dankie Ursula vir jou mooi review. Gerieflik, skoon, veilig en pragtig is soos musiek in ons ore.
Kom kuier gou weer. Vriendelike groete, Karen

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

Pragtige omgewing, baie netjies en gerieflik.

Uiters netjiese en gemaklike oorblyplekkie aan die voet van die berg. Pragtige uitsig en naby Clarens dorpie. Alles het net so feel good gevoel gegee.

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Beautiful environment, very neat and comfortable.

Extremely neat and comfortable place to stay at the foot of the mountain. Beautiful view and close to Clarens village. Everything just felt so good.

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Dankie vir jou mooi skrywe. Ek is so bly julle het alles hier by Cottage Pie in Clarens geniet. Vriendelike groete.

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

We absolutely loved our stay and the cottage was beautiful.

Thank you for such a lovely little cabin, we will definitely be coming again soon.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you Marco for your beautiful review. I am so happy that you loved your stay. We loved hosting you and look forward to welcoming you back. Until next time, stay happy and healthy. Warm wishes, Karen.

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Lizinda N - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lizinda N
Family with young children

Knus, skoon en verskriklik lekker gebly. Beddens slaap snoesig en in die winter was lekker warm.

Ons het 'n foon en pennesakkie vergeet, maar skoonmaakdiens het laat weet hulle het dit gekry. So baie dankie vir jul goeie diens en dat ons klein hondjie ook welkom was en dit was veilig met heining.

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Cozy, clean and had a great stay. Beds sleep cuddly and in winter were nice and warm.

We forgot a phone and pencil case, but housekeeping let us know they found them. Thank you so much for your good service and that our little dog was also welcome and it was safe with a fence.

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Hi Lizinda, ons harte klop warm as ons sulke mooi skrywes lees na gaste se verblyf hier by ons. Kom kuier gou weer. Vriendelike groete, Karen

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Crissie A - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Crissie A
Family with young children

Skoon, pragtig en netjies, asook alles wat mens nodig het in die kamer.

Reg langs 'n waterval met die berge as 'n uitsig. Baie rustig.

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Clean, beautiful and tidy, as well as everything you need in the room.

Right next to a waterfall with the mountains as a view. Very calm.

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Dankie vir ons sterre en jou mooi skrywe Chrismarie. Ons is so bly julle het die kuier by Cottage Pie geniet.
Kom kuier gou weer.
Vriendelike groete
Karen

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Rulize V - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rulize V

My mom and I loved it!

Perfect location surrounded by beautiful mountains, so peaceful! So beautiful, exactly like the pictures. We were able to relax and were surrounded by beautiful mountains.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you Rulize, for our stars and beautiful review. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon to Cottage Pie.
Until then stay happy and healthy.
Warm wishes,
Karen

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

Wat 'n juweeltjie!

Ligging baie oulik en lekker privaat. Loopafstand boslangs na dorp. Sal weer daar gaan kuier, sonder enige twyfel. Gasvryheid van Karen. 'n Mense mens!

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What a gem!

Location very cute and nice and private. Walking distance along the forest to town. Will visit again, without a doubt. Hospitality of Karen. A people person!

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie Thys, vir ons 5 sterre.
Julle 2 mooi mense is altyd welkom by Cottage Pie.
Tot volgende keer.
Mooi loop
Karen

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

Dit was heerlik en die ongekunstelde houthut is baie "cosy" en romanties!

Vriendelike verwelkoming, netjiese en skoon geriewe, baie snoesig en heerlik in die natuur.

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It was delicious and the rustic wooden cabin is very "cosy" and romantic!

Friendly welcome, neat and clean facilities, very cuddly and lovely in nature.

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Hanlie, ek is so bly julle het die tyd in die Cabin geniet.
Kom kuier gou weer.
Vriendelike groete
Karen

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

Baie rustig en baie mooi omgewing.

Dit is baie rustig hier. Die houthut is baie netjies, privaat en veilig. Ons het die baie geniet.

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Very peaceful and very beautiful surroundings.

It is very peaceful here. The log cabin is very neat, private and safe. We enjoyed it a lot.

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Lynette J - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette J

Fantastiese ligging, mooi en skoon akkommodasie.

Heerlike verblyf wat goed geleë is.

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Fantastic location, nice and clean accommodation.

Lovely accommodation that is well located.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir ons 5 Sterre Lynette.
Tot volgende keer, mooi loop.
Groete
Karen

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

What a magical place to stay!

Cottage Pie is in a beautiful location, with spotless accommodation with perfect finishing touches, from beautiful luxury linen and towels, to soaps and port with chocolate on arrival. Service was friendly and warm and we will definitely be back for another stay.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Jessie,
Thank you for your 5-star review.
I am so pleased you enjoyed all the detail we love spoiling our guests with.
Until next time stay happy and healthy.
Warm wishes,
Karen

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Peter S - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Peter S
Family with teenagers

Enjoyable.

It's a relaxing and beautiful area.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Peter
Thank you for our 5-star review.
So happy that you and your special family enjoyed your time at Cottage Pie.
Until next time.
Stay happy and healthy.
Warm wishes,
Karen

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Wian G - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Wian G
With partner

Ons was Clarens toe vir ons wittebrood en moet net noem dat Cottage Pie ons regtig beïndruk het.

Die huisie was netjies en skoon en op 'n baie lekker plek geleë (nie in die bedrywigheid van die dorp nie). Ons het in die boonste rietdakkamer gebly, en dit was vir ons regtig aangenaam. Die kliëntediens was ook puik - ek het met die eienaar (Karen) oor Whatsapp gekommunikeer en sy het ons mooi ingelig van alles. Sal definitief Cottage Pie aanbeveel!

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We went to Clarens for our honeymoon and just have to say that Cottage Pie really impressed us.

The cottage was neat and clean and located in a very nice place (not in the hustle and bustle of the town). We stayed in the upper thatched roof room, and we really enjoyed it. The customer service was also great - I communicated with the owner (Karen) on Whatsapp and she kept us informed about everything. Would definitely recommend Cottage Pie!

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Wian, dankie vir jou mooi woorde. Ons is so bly julle het julle verblyf en tyd by Cottage Pie geniet. Kom kuier weer vir ons. Vriendelike groete.

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Karlen P - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Karlen P
With partner

Perfekte naweek weg!

Die foto's wys nie hoe mooi alles is nie. Ons het dit so baie geniet en het besluit om jaarliks Cottage Pie toe te gaan. Dit was alles en meer.

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Perfect weekend away!

The photos do not show how beautiful everything is. We enjoyed it so much and decided to go to Cottage Pie every year. It was everything and more.

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Dankie Karlen vir jou mooi review. Ons sien uit daarna om julle terug te verwelkom elke jaar.
Vriendelike groete, Karen

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

Stylvol, maar wees voorbereid vir loadshedding!

Die instansie word ge-adverteer as troeteldiervriendelik, maar maak net vooraf seker dat hulle die boodskappe wel gelees het as jy probeer reël vir troeteldiere. Hulle was verbaas toe ons daar aankom met 'n hond en 'n kat. Maar die verblyf was steeds baie lekker. Die houthuis sit op die voet van 'n berg, en het 'n tuintjie voor, met heerlike sitplek en braaiplek langs 'n stroompie. Die enigste ding wat ons verblyf sou kon beter maak is as daar 'n gasstofie ook was. Dit was baie koud die 2 aande wat ons daar was, en met loadshedding in die aand wil mens regtig net 'n koppie koffie kan drink. Verder was dit lieflik, prentjiemooi en baie skoon en netjies.

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Stylish, but be prepared for loadshedding!

The establishment is advertised as pet friendly, but just make sure they have read the messages beforehand if you are trying to arrange for pets. They were surprised when we arrived with a dog and a cat. But the stay was still very nice. The wooden house sits at the foot of a mountain, and has a small garden in front, with lovely seating and a barbecue area next to a stream. The only thing that could make our stay better is if there was a gas stove as well. It was very cold the 2 nights we were there, and with loadshedding in the evening you really just want to be able to drink a cup of coffee. Furthermore, it was lovely, picture-perfect and very clean and tidy.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir jou gedetailleerde skrywe en mooi woorde. Ons is dankbaar om te rapporteer die Cabin het nou dubbel gasplaat. Kom kuier gou weer. Vriendelike groete.

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

Baie rustig en heerlik.

Die plekkie is teen die berg geleë, uit die dorp se harwar. Dit is rustig, skoon en baie vriendelike diens.

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Very peaceful and lovely.

The place is located on the mountain, out of the town's harwar. It is quiet, clean and very friendly service.

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Dankie Alwyn, vir julle kuier ons wag vir julle volgende kuier. In die winter is Clarens ewe mooi.
Vriendelike groete
Karen

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

Very friendly and welcoming stay. The cabin is perfectly situated at the foot of the mountain and stream, yet walking distance from town.

Host is very friendly and helpful. Cleaning services are superb. We fell in love with the stream and mountain surrounding the cabin. Loved the fact that we had access to the Clarens Nature Reserve and got the chance to discover it.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you Simone for your beautiful reply, I am so happy that you loved your stay.
We loved hosting you, looking forward to welcoming you back.
Until next time stay happy and healthy.
Warm wishes, Karen.

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Shiné D - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Shiné D
With partner

Snoesig en aangenaam.

Die verblyf tydperk by Cottage Pie was wonderlik. Die foto's op die blad wys nie die egte pragtige prent wat die plek in persoon is nie. Die diens was goed en die kamer baie mooi en snoesig. Die enigste terugslag was die ligging teen die berg (alhoewel baie mooi) wat die sein en die temperatuur (in die wintermaande) affekteer.

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Cuddly and pleasant.

The stay period at Cottage Pie was wonderful. The photos on the page do not show the real beautiful picture that the place is in person. The service was good and the room very nice and cozy. The only setback was the location against the mountain (although very beautiful) which affects the signal and the temperature (in the winter months).

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Dankie Shine, vir jou mooi skrywe. Ons is so bly julle het Cottage Pie geniet.
Julle is altyd welkom.
Tot volgende keer.
Mooi loop
Karen

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Elrike V - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Elrike V
With partner

Snoesig.

Baie oulike plekkie. Ons stel net voor dat jy insekdoder saamvat. Dit is 'n grasdak.

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Cuddly.

Very cute place. We only suggest that you take insecticide with you. It is a thatched roof.

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Dankie vir jou terugvoer, Elrike.
Ons kamers het insekdoder in, jy moes net gevra het, ons is altyd hier om te help. Tot volgende keer.
Vriendelike groete, Karen

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Willem D - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Willem D
With partner

Netjies maar nie uitstaande nie.

Badkamer (klein stort) benodig aandag, stortdeure gevaarlik los, wasbak afronding. Spesiaal gevra om nie die kamer vir die 2 dae te diens nie maar die kamer is nogtans betree. Hoegenaamd geen WiFi, geen verduideliking.

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Neat but not outstanding.

Bathroom (small shower) needs attention, shower doors dangerously loose, sink finishing. Specially asked not to service the room for the 2 days but the room was still entered. No WiFi at all, no explanation.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Goeiemore Willem
So jammer om te hoor van jou klagtes.
Die Houthuisie, Rustic Wooden Cabin, word duidelik geadverteer geen Wi-Fi en geen TV. Jy het nooit tydens julle kuier met my gekommunikeer in verband met enige navrae of versoeke nie, so ek kon gevolglik geen verduideliking aanbied nie.
Ons is altyd meer as bereid om ons gaste dadelik by te staan met versoeke. Gesels gerus volgende keer sommer dadelik met my as daar enige iets is waarmee ek kan help.
Tot volgende keer, bly gesond en gelukkig.
Vriendelike groete, Karen.

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

Romanties, rustig en baie mooi.

Sal dit beslis aanbeveel. Ons sal weer daar slaap.

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Romantic, peaceful and very beautiful.

Would definitely recommend it. We will sleep there again.

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Hi Bernard
Dankie vir ons 5 sterre.
Dit was so lekker om julle 2 mooi mense hier by ons te ontvang.
Tot volgende keer.
Mooi loop
Vriendelike Groete
Karen

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

It was a pleasant and relaxing breakaway from everyday living.

The location of Cottage Pie cannot be beat by anyone. Sitting at the foot of the mountain with direct access, from your back yard, to pretty much all the hiking trails around town. It is very peaceful and beautiful, guaranteed to leave your soul satisfied. The rustic cabin is exactly what it sounds like, a small(but big enough) cabin with no distractions. If you're looking for a place to escape everyday life with your special someone to spend quality time together then I would recommend this option. If you're looking for something with more luxury, then one of their other room options will be what you're looking for. Karen is a wonderful host who will no doubt be able to cater to your needs.

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

Privaat, netjiese alleenstaande eenheid aan die voet van die berg.

Sien sterre.

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Private, neat stand-alone unit at the foot of the mountain.

See stars.

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

Salig met 'n rustigheid wat jy by min plekke kry.

Lekker rustige en mooi plekkie.

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Blissful with a tranquility that you find in few places.

Nice quiet and beautiful place.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Dankie vir ons 5 Sterre Rosa
Ek is bly julle het lekker gerus;
Tot volgende keer mooi bly
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

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Andre G - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre G
With partner

Baie lekker gekuier.

Baie lekker gekuier, rondgeloop en die omgewing is ook baie mooi. Al die mense in Clarens is baie bedagsaam, gaan maak gerus 'n draai daar.

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Had a great time.

Had a great time, walked around and the surroundings are also very beautiful. All the people in Clarens are very considerate, feel free to visit there.

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Dankie vir ons 5 Sterre, Andre, was heerlik om julle te ontvang.
Vriendelike groete tot volgende keer,
Karen

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

Rustig en netjies!

Dié keer was dit net ’n oornagkuier, maar soos in die verlede was dit weereens netjies en skoon en was ons vriendelik ontvang. Cottage Pie is hoogs aanbeveelbaar.

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Quiet and tidy!

This time it was just an overnight visit, but as in the past it was once again neat and clean and we were kindly received. Cottage Pie is highly recommended.

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Altyd lekker om julle te sien by Cottage Pie, Elsabe.
Dankie vir ons mooi 5 sterre.
vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Karien F - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karien F
Individual traveller

Absoluut fabulous.

Baie rustig, netjies en perfek vir 'n wegbreek as jy net wil wegkom van die stad af. Sal beslis weer na Cottage Pie gaan!

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Absolutely fabulous.

Very quiet, tidy and perfect for a getaway if you just want to get away from the city. Will definitely go to Cottage Pie again!

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Cottage Pie 's response

Karien, dankie vir ons mooi resensie en sterre.
Until next time stay happy and healthy.

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

Lovely and comfortable.

The room was beautiful with many unusual decorative pieces.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Desmond,
Thank you for your visit and beautiful review.
We are happy that you loved our romantic, vintage feel in the Upstairs Under Thatch Room.
Until next time stay happy and healthy.
kind regards,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Francois S - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois S
With partner

Baie netjiese akkommodasie, stil omgewing en asemrowende uitsig.

Die eenheid is baie skoon en netjies. Lekker privaat en gesellig as jy stilte soek.

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Very neat accommodation, quiet environment and breathtaking view.

The unit is very clean and tidy. Nice and private and cozy if you are looking for silence.

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Ezelle E - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ezelle E
With friends

Dit was baie ontspannend en 'n goeie wegbreek uit die stad!

Enigste voorstel sal wees dat die grondpad gesloop kan word!

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It was very relaxing and a great break from the city!

Only suggestion would be that the dirt road could be demolished!

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Hi Ezelle,
Dankie vir julle kuier by Cottage Pie.
Ons is baie bly julle het lekker ontspan;
Tot volgende keer mooi bly.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen
ps jammer oor die munisipale pad wat nie die mooiste toestand gelukkig nie ver

Cottage Pie
Jacques D - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacques D
With partner

Cosy plekkie reg teen die staproetes, was waarde vir geld en ons het verskriklik lekker gebly.

Ons het die cabin langs die stroompie en staproetes gevat, dis 'n klein cosy plekkie met net die basics, maar als wat jy sal nodig hê. Uitstekende plek en mense, het die eienaars gemis oor hulle weg was, maar ons het geen issues gehad nie en het lekker gebly.

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Cozy place right next to the hiking trails, was value for money and we had a great stay.

We took the cabin next to the stream and hiking trails, it's a small cozy place with only the basics, but everything you will need. Excellent place and people, missed the owners because they were away, but we had no issues and had a nice stay.

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Hi Jacques,
Dankie vir jou mooi resensie.
Ons is bly julle het lekker gekuier, terwyl ons in Namibia was.
Volgende keer klink ons glasie saam.
Vriendelke groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Simon K - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Simon K
With partner

Lekker

Baie lekker gekuier. Sal weer gaan.

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Nice

Had a great time. Will go again.

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Hi Simon,
Ons sien uit daarna om julle terug te verwelkom.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Marina W - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marina W
With partner

Rustig in die natuur.

Op die website word nie gespesifiseer dat die cottage nie toegang tot WiFi het nie.

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Quiet in nature.

On the website it is not specified that the cottage does not have access to WiFi.

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Dankie vir julle kuier, Marina, en ons mooi sterre.
Die Cabin het nie Wi-Fi jammer as jy dit nie raak gelees het nie.
Sien uit daarna om julle terug te verwelkom , die Bedsitter en Upstairs under Thatch en Family Unit het al 3 WiFi.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Johan K - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan K
With partner

Baie rustige en kalm plek.

Die huis naby die berg en river skep 'n rustige atmosfeer. Waarde vir geld. Eienaar is baie vriendelik.

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Very peaceful and calm place.

The house near the mountain and river creates a peaceful atmosphere. Value for money. Owner is very friendly.

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Hi Johan
Dankie vir jou mooi skrywe.
Ons sien uit daarna om julle terug te ontvang.
Vriendelike groete
Karen

Cottage Pie
Alan M - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Alan M
With partner

Rustig en Netjies.

Karen is 'n baie vriendelike en behulpsame gasheer, ons sal weer kom kuier. Cottage Pie is hoogs aanbeveelbaar.

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Quiet and Neat.

Karen is a very friendly and helpful host, we will visit again. Cottage Pie is highly recommended.

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Dankie, Alan vir julle kuier by Cottage Pie
Ons is so bly julle het dit geniet
tot volgende keer " Stay Happy and Healthy"
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Luzelle S - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Luzelle S
With partner

Best place for a romantic experience.

Very friendly service, we had a great experience.

Cottage Pie 's response

Thank you for taking the time to review your stay, Luzelle.
We are so happy that you loved your stay, until next time, take care.
kind regards,
Karen

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Stefan M - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Stefan M
Family with young children

Skoon, vriendelik en 'n baie mooi uitsig.

Mooi skoon. Baie veilig. Lekker staproete tot by die dam.

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Clean, friendly and a very nice view.

Nice clean. Very safe. Nice walking trail to the dam.

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Dankie vir julle kuier, Stefan, ons is bly julle het dit geniet.
Tot volgende keer mooi bly.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Jacques D - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Jacques D
Individual traveller

Het nie aan verwagtings voldoen nie.

Ek sal dit as 'n budget oornag klassifiseer. Geen stort, geen lig in badkamer, lig in kombuis maar kon nie skakelaar vind nie, swak onderhoud, bad se kraankop het bv. afgeval as jy daaraan vat. Van die ander kamers is dalk beter.

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Did not meet expectations.

I would classify it as a budget overnight. No shower, no light in bathroom, light in kitchen but couldn't find switch, poor maintenance, bath faucet has e.g. fallen off if you touch it. Some of the other rooms may be better.

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

Baie lekker gewees.

Gaan kuier en vind vir jouself uit.

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It was very nice.

Go visit and find out for yourself.

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Dankie vir ons 5 Sterre tot volgende keer mooi loop, Andé.

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Karen S - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karen S

Pragtige natuurskoon, rustig en 'n plek om jou battery te laai.

'n Baie oulike huisie teenaan 'n stroompie. Het die opsie om kamerdiens te weier waardeer en die vars blomme met aankoms was 'n heerlike verrassing.

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Beautiful scenery, peaceful and a place to recharge your batteries.

A very cute little house by a stream. Appreciated the option to decline room service and the fresh flowers on arrival were a lovely surprise.

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Dankie vir julle kuier en mooi resensie, Karen.
Ek is bly julle het die tyd in die Cabin geniet.
Vriendelike groete tot volgende keer.
Karen

Cottage Pie
Christiaan J - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christiaan J
With partner

Vinnige oornagstop te fiets.

Dit is 'n pragtige plekkie, ons was verwelkom tot 'n doodstil en rustige slaapplek. Effense komplikasie met ons fietse na die eerste verdieping dra, maar dit was weens die feit dat ons té vroeg vir toegang tot die motorhuis vertrek het. Ek kan die plekkie met 'n ope hart aanbeveel.

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Quick overnight stop to cycle.

It is a beautiful place, we were welcomed to a dead quiet and peaceful place to sleep. Slight complication with carrying our bikes to the first floor, but that was due to the fact that we left too early for access to the garage. I can recommend the place with an open heart.

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Dankie, Christiaan, vir julle kuier en mooi resensie.
Hoop om julle gou weer te sien, Fietse in die motorhuis die keer.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Sonja B - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sonja B
With friends

Heerlik, gerieflik, netjies en skoon.

Ons is gul ontvang. Alles was baie netjies en ons het baie welkom gevoel. 10 uit 10 vir akkommodasie en ontvangs.

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Lovely, comfortable, neat and clean.

We were generously received. Everything was very neat and we felt very welcome. 10 out of 10 for accommodation and reception.

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Dankie vir julle kuier en ons 5/5 Sterre.
Tot volgende keer mooi loop.
Vriendelike groete uit die berge

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

Wonderlik in die natuur

Kuier gaste by Cottage Pie was Pieter blinkoog, Jan Fiskaal, Houtkappers, Jan Frederik. Heerlik op die stoep kom eet

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Wonderful in nature

Visiting guests at Cottage Pie were Pieter blinkoog, Jan Fiskaal, Houtkappers, Jan Frederik. Come and eat deliciously on the stoep

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Andre, ek is bly julle het al die voeltjies in die tuin geniet.
Tot volgende keer vriendelike groete uit die berge.
Karen

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Lilian G - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lilian G
With partner

Die dakkamer was baie gerieflik en skoon.

Ons het baie lekker gebly by Cottage Pie. Die enigste probleem met die dakkamer is dat die stemme van die eenheid onder ons gehoor kan word en nogal steurend kan wees as die mense hard praat. Veral vroeg in die oggend.

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The attic room was very comfortable and clean.

We had a great stay at Cottage Pie. The only problem with the roof room is that the voices of the unit can be heard below us and can be quite disturbing if the people are talking loudly. Especially early in the morning.

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

Rustige omgewing

Rustige omgewing, uitstekende diens van Karen en haar mense!

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Quiet environment

Peaceful surroundings, excellent service from Karen and her people!

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Dankie vir julle kuier Martilene en ons 5/5 sterre.
Sien uit daarna om julle terug te verwelkom.

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Theuns P - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Theuns P
Family with young children

Sonder twyfel die heerlikste akkommodasie-ervaring wat ek al gehad het met 'n klein gesin. Kan die Cottage Pie-familie-eenheid nie genoeg aanbeveel nie.

Die familie-eenheid by Cottage Pie is 'n ten volle toegeruste huis vol karakter, wat absoluut perfek was vir ons gesin van 5, met pragtige, ruim en 'snoesige' vertrekke. Danksy twee koolstowe is die hele huis heerlik verhit; en met die tuin wat letterlik grens aan die natuurreservaat, kon ons nie vir meer gevra het nie. Karen was so vriendelik en gasvry, dit was werklik 'n onvergeetlike ervaring. Ons sal die Cottage Pie vir seker weer sien!

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Without a doubt the most wonderful accommodation experience I have had with a small family. Can't recommend the Cottage Pie family unit enough.

The family unit at Cottage Pie is a fully equipped house full of character, which was absolutely perfect for our family of 5, with beautiful, spacious and 'cozy' rooms. Thanks to two coal stoves, the whole house is wonderfully heated; and with the garden literally bordering the nature reserve, we couldn't have asked for more. Karen was so kind and hospitable, it was truly an unforgettable experience. We will see the Cottage Pie again for sure!

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Elizma R - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elizma R
With friends

Wow! Rerig 'n stunning plek gewees.

Baie dankie Karen vir al jou moeite en geduld met ons.

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Wow! Really a stunning place.

Thank you very much Karen for all your effort and patience with us.

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Andre O - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre O
Family with teenagers

So rustige atmosfeer/

Vandat jy instap is dit net meer indrukwekkend met elke tree. Die familie eenheid is eklekties gemeubileer met soveel interessante stukkies. Die buite tuin is sekerlik 'n wegkruipplek vir feetjies.

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Such a peaceful atmosphere/

From the moment you walk in, it's only more impressive with every step. The family unit is eclectically furnished with so many interesting pieces. The outside garden is surely a hiding place for fairies.

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Ulindie J - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ulindie J
With partner

Uitstekend!

Vriendelike ontvangs, baie skoon en netjies. Ideaal vir 'n wegbreek van die stad.

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Outstanding!

Friendly reception, very clean and tidy. Ideal for a break from the city.

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Jaco E - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco E
Family with young children

Dit is rustig met vriendelike staf en tussen berge, baie mooi.

Sal die eenheid aanbeveel vir 'n paartjie met 'n kind.

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It is peaceful with friendly staff and between mountains, very beautiful.

Would recommend the unit for a couple with a child.

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Antoinette J - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Antoinette J
With partner

Baie goeie diens ontvang.

Baie behulpsaam en vriendelik.

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Received very good service.

Very helpful and friendly.

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Dankie vir julle kuier by Cottage Pie.
Tot volgende keer Antoinette mag julle gesond en gelukkig bly.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

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Nico G - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Nico G
With partner

Gemaklik, great view en privaat.

Cabin is privaat, skoon en gerieflik met alles wat jy nodig het.

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Comfortable, great view and private.

Cabin is private, clean and convenient with everything you need.

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Cindy P - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Cindy P
Family with young children

Lekker en pragtig teen die berg! 'n Rustige wegbreek.

Die rustige bestemming is uitstekend vir 'n gesin met klein kindertjies. Daar is baie spasie in die mooi tuin vir rondhol en lekker speel. Baie netjies en Karen en haar span is baie vriendelik. Mens ervaar die skoonheid en rustigheid van Clarens hier meer as naby aan die dorp, maar dis bietjie ver vir vinnig stap om iets te gaan eet, ens. Dankie! Ons sal julle waarskynlik weer sien!

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Nice and beautiful on the mountain! A peaceful getaway.

The peaceful destination is excellent for a family with small children. There is plenty of space in the beautiful garden for running around and having fun playing. Very tidy and Karen and her team are very friendly. One experiences the beauty and tranquility of Clarens here more than close to the town, but it is a bit far for a quick walk to go eat something, etc. Thank you! We will probably see you again!

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Willie B - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Willie B
With partner

Die plek is lekker eenkant en stil as jy nie 'n TV wil hê nie.

Geen fout met verblyf nie, maar as jy afdraai vanaf die hoofpad (teerpad), is die grondpad baie sleg vir jou kar.

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The place is nice and quiet if you don't want a TV.

No fault with accommodation, but if you turn off the main road (tarred road), the dirt road is very bad for your car.

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Edward B - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Edward B
With partner

The accommodation was clean, however the location was right next to the nature conservancy at the end of a poor condition dirt road, which was compounded by being too far to walk to the village centre.

An indication of proximity to the main attractions within the town and whether it is in fact within easy walking distance would be a useful added feature. Due to load shedding (which is beyond the control of the owner) the property was extremely dark and lonely.

Leona M - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Leona M

These premises were not sanitised as per lockdown requirements.

Cutlery had water stains, thus left to dry. This is not sanitary. The carpet had a drenched wet patch.

Barry H - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Barry H
With partner

We stayed 1 night on our way to the Berg, and 1 night on our return.

The downstairs section was fine as it had a garden, but the upstairs room is very cramped, with hardly a kitchen and no shower.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Sue,
Thank you for staying with us at Cottage Pie.
The Upstairs Under Thatch room is advertised as a room with only heat and eat facilities and a bath and no mention of a shower in the en-suite bathroom, sorry if you miss read that.
We are happy that we could upgrade you, for free, for the one night to a bigger Ground level Bedsitter unit with a shower.
Next time you will know what to book and we look forward to welcoming you back.
Kindest regards,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Gideon B - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gideon B
With partner

Pragtige, rustige plekkie waar ons kan ontspan en nou batterye herlaai.

As jy die absoluut aaklige, byna onbegaanbare, ekskuus vir 'n pad oorleef, kry jy hierdie juweel van 'n plekkie. Alles is skoon en netjies met 'n kraffie port of sjerrie om jou te verwelkom. Die eenheid is daagliks skoongemaak wanneer ons uit gegaan het. Ek kan dit met vrymoedigheid aanbeveel.

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Beautiful, peaceful place where we can relax and now recharge batteries.

If you survive the absolutely awful, almost impassable, excuse for a road, you'll find this gem of a place. Everything is clean and tidy with a carafe of port or sherry to welcome you. The unit was cleaned daily when we checked out. I can confidently recommend it.

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Estella B - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Estella B
With partner

Die beste medisyne vir 'n oorwerkte paartjie.

Ek kan een woord gebruik - salig.

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The best medicine for an overworked couple.

I can use one word - blissful.

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Edgar B - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Edgar B
Individual traveller

Wonderlik en rustig!

Ek het heerlik gekuier en het veral die ligging en stilte waardeer. Die plekkie was presies wat ek nodig gehad het om weg te kom van alles. Sal beslis weer daar bespreek.

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Wonderful and peaceful!

I had a lovely time and especially appreciated the location and the tranquility. The place was exactly what I needed to get away from everything. Will definitely book there again.

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Richard S - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Richard S
With partner

Baie lekker gewees.

Sal beslis weer teruggaan.

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It was very nice.

Will definitely go back again.

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

Fantastiese plekkie vir 'n wegbreek uit die besige stadslewe!

'n Fantasie in realiteit!

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Fantastic place for a getaway from the busy city life!

A fantasy in reality!

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

Baie lekke en baie rustig.

Niks als was perfek en sal beslis weer kom.

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Lots of licks and very quiet.

Nothing but was perfect and will definitely come again.

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Trudy C - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Trudy C
With friends

A welcoming host, wonderful, well appointed accommodation set in a beautiful garden in an awesome setting. Absolutely perfect!

A very warm welcoming host was there to greet us when we arrived. Wonderful very comfortable well appointed accommodation. Set against sandstone mountains next to a bubbling stream, a beautiful garden and right next to the Clarens Conservancy. Absolutely perfect!

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

Omgewing asemrowend!

Die area is pragtig. Die berg en stroompie en plantegroei maak die atmosfeer kalm en mens kan heerlik ontspan. Die verblyf was tops. Geen klagtes nie. Alles was skoon en mooi en prakties.

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Environment breathtaking!

The area is beautiful. The mountain and stream and vegetation make the atmosphere calm and you can relax. The accommodation was tops. No complaints. Everything was clean and beautiful and practical.

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Antoinette D - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Antoinette D
Family with teenagers

Sielskos en rustigheid teen die berg.

As jy rus en vrede in die mooiste tuin teen die berg soek is Cottage Pie die plek vir jou. Die Family Unit voel soos 'n "home away from home" met antieke mooigoed en 'n heerlike kuier kombuis. WiFi was 'n bonus met tieners. Ons het so lekker gerus, met 'n glasie port in die hand op die swaaibank by die rivier gelees en net sommer lekker batterye herlaai. Dankie vir 'n heerlike kuier.

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Soul food and tranquility by the mountain.

If you are looking for peace and quiet in the most beautiful garden by the mountain, Cottage Pie is the place for you. The Family Unit feels like a home away from home with antique beautiful furnishings and a lovely kitchen. WiFi was a bonus with teenagers. We had such a good time, reading with a glass port in the hand on the bank of the river and just recharging batteries. Thank you for a wonderful visit.

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Aletha J - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Aletha J
Family with young children

Pragtige rustige omgewing, hier word jou siel gevoed.

Naby winkels, blyplek is cosy met antrasietstofie, kombuis is baie goed toegerus. Vriendelike personeel.

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Beautiful peaceful surroundings, here your soul is fed.

Close to shops, accommodation is cozy with anthracite fabric, kitchen is very well equipped. Friendly staff.

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

Pragtig, rustig en natuurskoon.

Die Rustic Wooden Cabin is romanties en toegerus met al die nodige. Ons sal definitief weer Cottage Pie besoek vir 'n heerlike wegkom geleentheid. Karen is vriendelik en laat mens dadelik welkom voel. Sy is ook bereid om die ekstra myl te loop. Dankie vir alles!

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Beautiful, peaceful and scenic.

The Rustic Wooden Cabin is romantic and equipped with everything you need. We will definitely visit Cottage Pie again for a lovely get away event. Karen is friendly and immediately makes you feel welcome. She is also willing to go the extra mile. Thanks for everything!

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

Fantasties.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Gasvrou was wonderlik - uit haar pad gegaan om ons te help! Sal enige tyd weer by Cottage Pie bly.

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Fantastic.

We had a very nice stay. Hostess was great - went out of her way to help us! Would stay at Cottage Pie again anytime.

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

Indrukwekkende plekkie waar jy waarlik kan ontspan en jou siel gevoed kan word.

Baie dankie Karen van Cottage Pie vir hierdie stukkie hemel wat ons kon ontdek. Jou diens en vriendelikheid is baie spesiaal. Dankie ook vir die heerlike piekniekmandjie en bespreking. 'n Onvergeetlike naweek. Jy sien ons vir seker weer!

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Impressive place where you can truly relax and nourish your soul.

Many thanks to Karen from Cottage Pie for this piece of heaven that we were able to discover. Your service and kindness is very special. Thank you also for the delicious picnic basket and reservation. An unforgettable weekend. You will see us again for sure!

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Ashleigh H - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ashleigh H
With friends

Quaint little spot close to town and an amazing walking venue.

Was a little gem in Clarens which we thoroughly enjoyed!

Andries S - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andries S
With partner

'n Fantastiese week by Karen in Clarens.

Dit was 'n belewenis vir ons. Baie mooi wêreld, lekker weer gehad, en baie lekker gekuier in Clarens danksy Karen se gasvryheid. Baie dankie vir die bederf op Valentynsdag!

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A fantastic week in Clarens.

It was an experience for us. Very nice world, had nice weather, and had a great time in Clarens thanks to Karen's hospitality. Thank you for spoiling Valentine's Day!

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Chanelle R - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chanelle R
With partner

Perfekte plekkie om ons wittebrood by af te sluit!

Wow! Die kamer was so cute, 'n regte egte Clarenskamer en -plekkie. Vreeslike vriendelike diens. Baie dankie vir die melk vir koffie wat in die yskas vir ons gewag het, die lekker filterkoffie en die sjerrie wat vir ons uitgesit is. Julle is great!

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Perfect place to end our honeymoon!

Wow! The room was so cute, a real real Clarens room and place. Very friendly service. Thank you so much for the milk for coffee waiting for us in the fridge, the nice filter coffee and the sherry they put out. You are great!

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Rosemary A - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rosemary A
With partner

Lekker ontspannend.

Was baie lekker, WIFI was lekker vinnig. Lekker beddegoed. Ons het piekniekmandjie bygevat en gasvrou het gesê van lekker staproete dam toe. Baie lekker, baie moeite gedoen met die mandjie. Sal beslis weer gaan!

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Relaxing.

Enjoyed, WiFi was fast. Nice bedding. We took a picnic basket and the hostess told us about a trail to the dam. She really put effort into preparing the basket. Would love to go again.

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Komali M - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Komali M
Family with young children

It's beautiful and cozy accommodation.

Very clean, beautiful and cozy place. The service was very nice. Friendly people. I would definitely recommend this place for a vacation. thank you.

Nerine W - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nerine W
Family with teenagers

Just delightful, peaceful and close to nature, with all the comforts of home plus a collection of beautiful antiques.

Loved the fire every night, and all the many interesting nick knacks in the house. The garden with the swing seat near the river was a treat.

Drienie V - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Drienie V
With friends

Pragtig, netjies en baie goeie kliëntediens.

Ek was aangenaam verras met die wyse waarop inligting verskaf is en deurlopend kontak gemaak is. Pragtige, netjiese verblyf. Baie goed toegerus. Geluide van die mense bokant ons was bietjie steurend. Verder baie lekker, veilig en rustig.

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Beautiful, neat and very good customer service.

I was pleasantly surprised with the way in which information was provided and continuous contact was made. Beautiful, neat accommodation. Very well equipped. Noises from the people above us were a bit disturbing. Furthermore, very nice, safe and peaceful.

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Magdel D - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Magdel D
Family with teenagers

Heerlik, dankie.

Ons het heerlik by Cottage Pie gebly en die ruskans geniet.

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Great, thank you.

We had a lovely stay at Cottage Pie and enjoyed the break.

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Linda E - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Linda E
With partner

Dit het aan ons vereistes voldoen teen 'n billike prys.

Goed uitgerus vir selfsorg-eenheid, beddens en kussings was goed, toilet bietjie klein.

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It met our requirements at a reasonable price.

Well equipped for a self-catering unit, beds and pillows were good, toilet a bit small.

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

Baie lekker gekuier.

Ons is baie vriendelik ontvang deur Karin en het dadelik tuis gevoel. Cottage Pie is lekker rustig, bietjie weg van die dorp se geraas. Ons het wonderlike weer gehad die naweek. Ons het in die Bedsitter gebly en was voldoende gewees vir ons behoeftes. Tuin is pragtig en word saam met die geboue goed onderhou. Ons sal beslis weer by Cottage Pie kuier.

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Very nice stay.

We were warmly welcomed by Karin and immediately felt at home. Cottage Pie is nice and quiet, away from the noise of the town. We had wonderful weather this weekend. We stayed in the Bedsitter and it met our needs. Garden is beautiful and well-maintained, so are the buildings. We will definitely visit Cottage Pie again.

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Jan V - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jan V
With partner

Nice, cozy place next to the mountain.

Great place and will make use of them again.

Willem N - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Willem N
With friends

In een woord, salig.

Dit was baie lekker. Baie dankie Karen en haar span.

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In one word, blissful.

It was very nice. Many thanks Karen and her team.

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Thys C - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Thys C
With partner

Ontspanne, netjies en stil.

Alles wat nodig is om net weg te kom van die stad se gejaag. Groot dankie vir Karen wat in die donker die moeite gedoen het om die boorgatpomp te kom aansit het (ten spyte van die droogte in Clarens - die hele Vrystaat). Volgende keer sal ons langer kom kuier. Vertrou dat hier Hemelse sluise sal oopmaak en voldoende reën sal val.

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Relaxed, neat and quiet.

Everything you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Big thanks to Karen who made the effort to come and start the borehole pump in the dark (despite the drought in Clarens - the whole of the Free State). Next time we will visit longer. Trust that here Heavenly floodgates will open and sufficient rain will fall.

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Johan F - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Johan F
With partner

Baie lekker gebly, maar 'n bietjie uit die dorp uit.

Baie nice en cute plek, hou van die oudhede. Bietjie ver uit die dorp uit, die pad daarnatoe was 'n bietjie rof. Andersins lekker stil, net wat ons nodig gehad het.

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Very nice stay, but a little out of town.

Very nice and cute place, love the antiques. A little way out of town, the road there was a little rough. Otherwise nice and quiet, just what we needed.

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

Lovely, quiet getaway from the hustle and bustle.

See stars.

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Lieflik, stil wegbreek uit die besige stad.

Sien sterre.

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Jana D - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Jana D
With partner

Nie vir mense wat vol fiemies is nie.

Ons het in die Besitter-eenheid gebly. Die plek is meer geskik vir 2 mense. Dit is baie beknop en daar is ook nie regtig pakplek vir bagasie nie. Die kombuis is piepklein en daar is amper geen werkspasie nie. Die eetgerei, ketel en tweeplaatstoof is uit die oudedoos en moet vervang word. Die braai het ook al beter dae gesien en die tuinstel is ook van 1980. Mens verwag met die bedrag wat jy per nag betaal dat die plek opgegradeer is. Mense met rugprobleme sal ook nie gemaklik op die beddens slaap nie, dis baie sag. Mens kan ook hoor as gaste in die boonste verdieping rondbeweeg. Moet ook nie verwag dat jy lekker voor die TV kan lê en ontspan nie, dis baie klein en in 'n kas gedruk. Goeie punte: vars beddegoed en naby aan die berg vir staproetes.

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Not for people who are full of fiemies.

We stayed in the Owner Unit. The place is more suitable for 2 people. It is very cramped and there is not really any storage space for luggage. The kitchen is tiny and there is almost no work space. The cutlery, kettle and two-plate stove are out of the old box and need to be replaced. The braai has also seen better days and the garden set is also from 1980. One expects with the amount you pay per night that the place has been upgraded. People with back problems will also not sleep comfortably on the beds, they are very soft. One can also hear guests moving around in the upper floor. Also, don't expect to be able to lie down and relax in front of the TV, it's very small and tucked into a cupboard. Good points: fresh bedding and close to the mountain for hiking trails.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Goeie dag Jana,
Dankie vir jou terugvoer. Ek is baie bly ons kon julle en julle 2 Scotties met vroeg inklok tyd akkomodeer die Saterdag. Ek hoop hulle het dit geniet hier by Cottage Pie in ons tuin en dat julle al Clarens se aktiwiteite kon geniet met geruste harte terwyl julle Scotties veilig by Cottage Pie was. Jammer om te hoor dat jy nie ons "Vintage" gevoel geniet het nie maar darm die beddegoed en die berge.
Vriendelike groete ,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Otto K - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Otto K
With partner

Ons het heerlik gebly.

Netjiese goed toegeruste selfsorg-eenheid wat aan al ons verwagtinge voldoen het. Karen is ‘n puik gasvrou wat ons baie welkom laat voel het. Beslis aan te beveel.

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We had a wonderful stay.

Neat, well-equipped self-catering unit that met all our expectations. Karen is a great hostess who made us feel very welcome. Definitely recommend.

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Hi Otto

Dankie vir die resensie, julle was wonderlike gaste en ek is bly julle het lekker gekuier by Cottage Pie in Clarens.

Tot volgende keer, mooi loop.

Karen

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Soekie J - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Soekie J
With friends

Rustige plek om af te skakel.

Karen was baie vriendelik en was in kontak die dag wat ons moes arriveer om ons 'n spoedige reis toe te wens. Die ligging bietjie verder uit die dorp is presies wat ons gesoek het, om uit die gedruis te kom van die besige toeriste dorpie. Daar was elke dag 'n skoonmaakdiens wat die beddens kom opmaak het, skottelgoedgewas het en selfs die as in die braaier skoongemaak het. Dis baie gerieflik. Indien jy wel self-cater, is die yskassie so effe klein om alles ingepas te kry, maar ek moet bysê ons het langer gebly as die normale naweekbesoeker. Maak 'n draai by The Artist Café, baie lekker koffie en ook Karen se restaurant.

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Quiet place to switch off.

Karen was very friendly and was in touch the day we had to arrive to wish us a speedy trip. The location a little further from the town is exactly what we wanted to get out of the busy tourist town. There was a cleaning service every day that made up the beds, washed the dishes and even cleared the ash in the braai. It's very convenient. If you are self catering, the fridge is too small to accommodate everything, but I have to say we stayed longer than the normal weekend visitor. Take a stroll to The Artist Café, lovely coffee and Karen's restaurant.

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Hi Soekie,
Ek is bly julle het dit geniet hier aan die voet van die berg, weggesteek van die besige dorpsplein. Julle was wonderlike gaste en dankie vir jou mooi terugvoer. Sien uit daarna om julle terug te verwelkom in die winter as dit sneeu.
Tot dan, goed gaan,
Karen

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Santa R - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Santa R
With partner

Rustig in 'n baie mooi omgewing.

Ons honde-dogtertjie het saam kuier by Cottage Pie en dit was 'n wonderlike ervaring. Ons huisie was afgekamp en sy het heerlik rond gehardloop. Die tuin is pragtig met die mooiste voëlgeluide en die voetpaadjie teen die berg net 'n katspoegie van daar. Ons sal vir seker teruggaan. Baie dankie.

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Relaxing in a very nice area.

Our doggy visited Cottage Pie with us and it was a wonderful experience. Our house was fenced and she had a great time running around. The garden is beautiful with the most beautiful bird sounds and the footpath on the mountain just a short walk from there. We will certainly go back. Thank you very much.

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Hi Santa ,
Ek is bly julle het julle tyd in die Pet Friendly Bedsitter by Cottage Pie so baie geniet saam julle vier-voetige kind. Ons ligging is baie spesiaal en dit vir my lekker as my gaste die tuin, met al die geveerde vriende, soveel geniet soos ek. Julle was wonderlike gaste en altyd welkom.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

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Joanne G - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Joanne G
With partner

Awesome.

Dit was 'n ongelooflike lekker plekkie om te bly, sal beslis weer soontoe gaan, baie rustig, net 'n entjie weg van die dorp, totaal en al die moeite werd. Baie dankie.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Joanne,

Dankie vir jou resensie, dit is altyd lekker as ons gaste Cottage Pie net soveel geniet soos ons.
Kom kuier weer.

Groete uit die berge,
Karen

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Tony P - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tony P
With partner

A very relaxing and pleasant experience.

Karen was fantastic, our dogs and ourselves enjoyed the tranquility and walks to town and the dam. We hope to do this more regularly in future.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Tony,

Thank you for visiting us for a special celebration. Loved having you both with the dogs.

We are waiting for your next visit

Kind regards,
Karen

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Philippa V - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Philippa V

Ideale plek om te bly indien jy die volle Clarens ervaring wil beleef.

Ons het heerlik gebly in Cottage Pie. Dit is ongeveer 10 min se stap van die middedorp af (teen opdraande, so jy kan jouself beloon by een van die menigte restaurante as jy die dorp bereik). Daar is ook baie voetslaanpaaie en so 'n paar bergklimpaaie 2 0m van die blyplek af. Die kamers word elke dag mooi skoongemaak. Daar is ook heerlike braai-fasiliteite. Ek beveel Cottage Pie vir enige iemand aan wat 'n ware Clarens ervaring wil beleef.

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Ideal place to stay if you want to experience the full Clarens experience.

We had a lovely stay in Cottage Pie. It's about a 10 min walk from the town center (uphill, so you can reward yourself at one of the many restaurants when you reach the town). There are also many hiking trails and some mountain climbing trails 20m from the accommodation. The rooms are nicely cleaned every day. There are also delicious braai facilities. I recommend Cottage Pie to anyone wanting a true Clarens experience.

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Hi Phillipa

Dankie vir jou mooi terug voer. Ek is bly julle het lekker gekuier hier by Cottage Pie.

Volgende keer kom kuier in die herfs of winter en beleef Clarens in ñ ander "jas"

Groete uit die berge,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Cathy C - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Cathy C
With partner

Gorgeous environment and well-resourced facility.

This cottage is in a gorgeous part of Clarens - right at the mountain with a 20 second access to a beautiful forest walk. Very comfortable cottage with all the necessities for a very pleasant stay - including a coffee plunger! Thank you.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Cathy,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.
We are happy that you loved Cottage Pie as much as we do, including the good coffee.
Take care until next time.

Kind Regards,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Tanya K - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tanya K
With partner

Rustig.

Ons het baie lekker gebly en die honde het dit baie geniet, dankie! Lekker naby aan staproete en sal graag weer kom kuier.

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Peaceful.

We really enjoyed our stay and the dogs. It's close to a hiking trail and we would love to return.

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Hi Tanya,

Dankie vir jou resensie.

Julle en julle honde kinders is altyd weer welkom in die Bedsitter by Cottage Pie

Vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Marna B - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marna B
With partner

Wonderlik.

Ek en my man het baie lekker gebly. Dit was koud die naweek, maar daar was genoeg komberse en verwarmer en elektriese komberse om on warm te hou. Baie dankie Karen!

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Wonderful.

My husband and I had a great stay. It was cold at the weekend, but there were enough blankets and heaters and electric blankets to keep us warm. Thank you so much Karen!

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Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Marna,

Dankie vir jou resensie, ek is bly julle het julle winters wegbreek by Cottage Pie geniet.
Julle moet kom kuier in die somer ons wag vir julle

Vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
D P - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
D P
With partner

Slegs een woord! Wonderlik!

Pragtige plek aan die voet van die berg. Baie rustig en stil. Het dit ongelooflik geniet!

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Just one word! Wonderful!

Beautiful place at the foot of the mountain. Very quiet and peaceful. Really enjoyed it!

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Dankie vir jou resensie, Martin

Ek is bly julle het julle tyd geniet hier by Cottage Pie in Clarens aan die voet van die berg

Kom kuier weer.

Vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Rebecca D - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Rebecca D
Family with young children

Everything we needed!

Beautiful location, friendly host! She answered all our questions and was easy to get hold of. The kitchen tiles are very slippery, but that's the only fault. The king-sized bed was super comfy!

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Rebecca,

Thank you for taking the time to review us. We loved having you all at Cottage Pie and are delighted to know that you loved the king-size bed in the Bedsitter Unit
Note taken of the wet tiles.

Looking forward to your next visit,

Kind regards,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Anelda K - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anelda K
With partner

Lekker rustig en kalm.

Baie lekker gebly en ontvangs, en diens baie goed! Braai was bietjie klein, kan opgradeer word.

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Nice, peaceful and calm.

Had a great stay and warm welcome, the service was great! Braai was a bit small, can be updated.

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Hi Anelda,

Dankie vir jou resensie, ek is bly julle het lekker gekuier.

Op jou braai aanbeveeling is daar groter braai gebou vir die Cabin se gaste.

Julle sal nou weer moet kom kuier

Tot dan, mooi loop.
Karen

Cottage Pie
Jaco V - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jaco V
With partner

Sprokies prentjiemooi.

Wat 'n wonderlike ervaring. Pragtigge ligging en mooiste kamer. Perfek vir vinnige oorslaap in Clarens. Enigste aanbeveling sou wees om dalk warm kombers opsies te hê vir die koue nagte. Sal definitief aanbeveel. P.S. die bad het gelek - ek het probeer kyk maar kon nie sien waar die fout lê nie.

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Fairy tales picture perfect.

What a great experience. Beautiful location and nicest room. Perfect for a quick stopover in Clarens. Only recommendation would be to maybe have warm blanket options for the cold nights. Will definitely recommend. P.S. the bath was leaking - I tried to look but couldn't see where the fault lay.

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Hi Jaco,
Dankie vir jou skrywe. Julle was gawe gaste en ek is bly julle het julle tydjie by Cottage Pie, hier aan die voet van die berg geniet. Julle mooie Upstairs under Thatch Room het elektriese kombers op die bed, jammer as julle nie nie gesien en daar is ook ekstra warm kombers in die hangkas. Ons wag vir julle volgende kuier, dan skakel ons kombers aan vir julle.
Vriendelike groete tot dan,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Marisa D - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Marisa D
With partner

'n Heerlike, snoesige plekkie!

Sien sterre.

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Lovely cosy spot!

See star rating.

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Hi Marisa,

Dankie vir julle besoek aan Cottage Pie in Clarens en ons sterre, julle was gawe gaste, kom kuier weer.

Vriendelike groete,
Karen

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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Dominique F - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Dominique F
With partner

Dit was nie juis bevredigend nie.

Die spasie is beknop. Die kombuiskaste is oud. Die badkamerstort het mildew gehad. Beddegoed was vars en skoon.

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It was not exactly satisfactory.

The space is tight. The kitchen cabinets are old. The bathroom shower had mildew. Bedding was fresh and clean.

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Hi Dominique,

Sorry that you seem disappointed. You loved the room on arrival only slept one night. Happy that you enjoyed the bed and the white percale linen.

Regards,
Karen

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Andrew T - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Andrew T
With partner

No mess, no fuss accommodation. Nice setting.

Pleasant stay in the upstairs under thatch room. Room was clean. Perfectly acceptable for weekend away in Clarens for a room only and eat out.

Estie V - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Estie V

Teleurstellend.

Die twee kamers wat ons bespreek het was onvoldoende. Nie geskik vir selfsorg nie. Die foto's op die oorsigblad is misleidend en die groot tafel op die stoep is nie beskikbaar vir besoekers in the twee kamers nie. Die draadstoele in die tuin is oud en onvoldoende - gebuigde poot het my bejaarde pa laat val. Die kombuis is baie klein en swak toegerus. Ek moes vra vir 'n broodmes, daar is nie 'n rasper nie, 'n keuse tussen baie klein glase of bier glase. 'n Tweeplaatstoof, geen oond, bitter min werkspasie en 'n baie klein kroegyskas. Die gasvrou het ons blameer dat ons die webwerf verkeerd verstaan het en selfs al het ons moes sy eerder die houding ingeneem het dat sy ons verblyf aangenaam as moontlik wil maak. Ongelukkig was dit 'n onaangename ervaring.

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Disappointing.

The two rooms we booked were inadequate. Not suitable for self catering. The photos on the overview page are misleading and the large table on the veranda is not available for visitors in the two rooms. The wire chairs in the garden are old and inadequate - bent leg caused my elderly father to fall. The kitchen is very small and poorly equipped. I had to ask for a bread knife, there is no grater, a choice between very small glasses or beer glasses. A two plate stove, no oven, very little work space and a very small bar fridge. The hostess blamed us for misunderstanding the website and even if we had she should have taken the attitude that she wanted to make our stay as pleasant as possible. Unfortunately, it was an unpleasant experience.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Goeie dag Estie
Die 2 kamers wat jy bespreek het se beskrywings is baie duidelik. Upstairs under Thatch Room het nie kombuis of privaat braaigeriewe nie. Die Bedsitter Unit lys die toerusting in die kombuis duidelik item vir item en sê ingerig vir basiese selfsorg. Nêrens word stoof of oond genoem. Oorsig fotos gee 'n oorsig in die geheel. Kamer fotos en kamer beskrywings is daar sodat jy as gas seker kan maak dat dit wat jy bespreek aan jou behoeftes voldoen. Jy het presies gekry wat jy bespreek het.
Ons het jou wel probeer tegemoet kom deur die groot hout tafel, wat nie gelys is in die kamers wat jy vir jou en jou mense bespreek het nie, wel omgedra is na die Bedsitter se tuin, met groot moeite, vir jou om julle verblyf so aangenaam moontlik te maak.
Hoop julle vlug terug na London was goed en die nuwe jaar voorspoedig.
Vriendelike groete,
Karen

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Hennie B - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hennie B
With partner

Excellent - Excellent - Excellent. The owner, Carin, is a wonderful person.

We will visit Cottage Pie again in the near future for sure.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Hennie,

Thank you for your beautiful review and our 5 stars.
Looking forward to welcoming you back soon

Kind regards,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Gemma-leigh R - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gemma-leigh R
With partner

Restful and peaceful breakaway!

Lovely breakaway which put more emphasis on Clarens's natural beauty than its town hype. Loved staying in the cabin at the foot of the mountain!

Christiaan B - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christiaan B
With friends

Baie lekker maar net een of twee belangrike verbeterings wat aangebring kan word.

Ongelukkig was die twee enkelbeddens in die family unit se matrasse so sag dat ons op die vloer geslaap het. Ons het die bank se kussings gebruik. Die sagte beddens het ons nogals rugpyn gegee. Oor die algemeen baie lekker en fantastiese ligging.

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Very nice but only one or two important improvements that could be made.

Unfortunately, the two single beds in the family unit's mattresses were so soft that we slept on the floor. We used the sofa's cushions. The soft beds gave us quite a backache. Overall very nice and fantastic location.

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Pauline M - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pauline M
With friends

Cosy stay in Clarens.

Cottage Pie is a peaceful place to stay and Karen is a really nice host, always available to answer your questions. The rooms are quite big and the beds were very comfortable. It's a 10 minute walk from the city center. Clarens is a beautiful town worth a visit that offers a lot of cute shops, nice restaurants and nature/hiking.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Pauline,

Thank you for your detailed review and our stars. We loved having you at Cottage Pie and look forward to welcoming you back

Kind regards,
Karen

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Madelane V - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Madelane V
With partner

Rustige ligging weg van alles maar tog stapafstand van winkels.

Baie oulike plek perfek vir 2. Uit die gedruis in die natuur en baie rustig.

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Quiet location away from it all yet walking distance to shops.

Very cute place perfect for 2. Out of the hustle and bustle in nature and very peaceful.

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Andre V - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Andre V
With partner

Dit is lekker eenkant in Clarens geleë sodat jy eenkant kan wees, maar naby genoeg aan Clarens se besige gedeelte.

Dit was ons 2de besoek aan Cottage Pie en soos die vorige geleentheid 'n lekker rusgeleentheid. Die kamer is goed ingerig met alles wat nodig is en baie gemaklik.

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It's nicely tucked away in Clarens so you can be on your own, but close enough to the busy part of Clarens.

This was our 2nd visit to Cottage Pie and like the previous occasion a nice rest. The room is well furnished with everything needed and very comfortable.

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Hi Andre

Dankie vir jou mooi resensie en sterre.
Altyd lekker as ons gaste weer kom kuier en julle is altyd welkom

Vriendelike groete,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Inalize C - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Inalize C
With partner

Relaxed breakaway.

We loved that it was away from the centre of Clarens. The towns roads towards the cottage are in a bad state, but it was worth the drive.

Cottage Pie 's response

Hi Inalize,

Happy to hear that you loved Cottage Pie and thank you for our stars

All our gravel roads in Clarens are part of the charm we like to believe, only Main Road being tarred, but I acknowledge the fact that for the 800 odd meters of gravel road to Cottage Pie slow driving is recommended, especially after rain.

Thank you for mentioning that it was worth the drive

We look forward to welcoming you back to Cottage Pie.

Kind regards,
Karen

Cottage Pie
Riaan H - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Riaan H
With partner

Dis die plekkie om te gaan afsaal.

Baie netjies en rustig - definitief elke sent werd.

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It's the place to go off the saddle.

Very neat and peaceful - definitely worth every penny.

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Maryke L - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Maryke L
Family with teenagers

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Een enkele kritiek was dat daar nie plek was om die nat storthanddoeke op te hang nie.

Ons het heerlik gebly. Die ligging is wat ons die meeste getrek het na die plek. Die waarde vir geld was baie goed, die diens was effektief en vriendelik.

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We had a very nice stay. One single criticism was that there was no place to hang the wet shower towels.

We had a wonderful stay. The location is what drew us to the place the most. The value for money was very good, the service was efficient and friendly.

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Chane J - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Chane J
Family with teenagers

Goed.

WiFi werk nie in die sit-slaapkamer nie.

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Great.

WiFi doesn't work in the bedsitter.

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Gideon V - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gideon V
With partner

Een woord: fantasties!

Te min tyd om alles te sien, gaan definitief weer terug Clarens toe, foto's gee Cottage Pie nie die krediet wat hul toekom nie, baie lekker gerus.

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Fantastic!

Too little time to see everything, will definitely visit Clarens again. Photos does not do Cottage Pie justice, well rested.

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Jodi W - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Jodi W
With friends

We found it over priced but the location and staff were nice,

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Annari T - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Annari T
With partner

Rustige en pragtige omgewing met die wonderlike natuur.

Heerlike omgewing. Baie rustig met die stroompie wat voor die Cabin verby loop. Beste wegbreekplek vir 'n rustige naweek sonder enige tegnologie.

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Relaxing and stunning area with wonderful nature.

Great area. Very relaxing with stream running infront of the cabin. Best getaway for a relaxing weekend without any technology.

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Christo V - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Christo V
With partner

My en my vrou se beste kort wegbreek, naby aan die natuur en voldoende toegerus.

Die Cabin is my en my vrou se gunsteling plekkie om heen weg te breek vir 'n naweek. Die Cabin is voldoende toegerus en bied alles wat mens nodig het vir 'n kort wegbreek. Die afwesigheid van elektroniese toestelle soos TV's en radio's maak dit soveel rustiger en lekkerder.

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Best getaway ever for my wife and me, close to nature and adequately appointed.

The Cabin is our favourate getaway sport for a weekend. The Cabin is fully-equipped and has everything you need for a short getaway. The lack of electronic amenities, such as TVs and radios makes it so much more peaceful and nicer.

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Hi Christo,

Dankie vir jou mooi resensie, Ek is bly julle het die wegbreek in Die Cabin geniet in die natuur, hier aan die voet van die berg by Cottage Pie is julle altyd welkom

Vriendelike groete,
Karen

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Frank T - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Frank T
With partner

Alles was baie netjies en skoon. Lekker beddegoed.

Upstairs Under Thatch is geskik vir mense wat net wil oornag en heeldag uit is. Alles is baie netjies en ons het heerlik geslaap.

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Everything was very neat and clean. Nice bedding.

Upstairs Under Thatch is suitable for people who just want to stay overnight and be out all day. Everything is very neat and we slept wonderfully.

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Pieter V - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
3/5
Pieter V
With partner

Goeie ligging maar definitief kans op verbetering.

Paar punte: 1) Die webtuiste noem dit 'selfsorg' is maar daar is nie eers 'n wasbak om jou skottelgoed in te was nie? 2) Dit is winter in Clarens so die verwarmer sal definitief gebruik word. As jy dan die ketel aanskakel, bom die krag uit - Niemand lig jou in oor hierdie feit nie en jy moet maar gaan soek waar om dit weer aan te skakel. 3) Die webtuiste meld 'Veilige Parkering'. Hmm. Daar is op Cottage Pie se eiendom in my kar ingebreek en gereedskap en klere is gesteel. Amper my fiets ook! Opsomming: Ons het nie so lekker geslaap nie, dalk eerder wakker geslaap.

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Good location but can definitely improve.

Few points: 1) The website calls it 'self-catering' but there's not even a sink to wash your dishes? 2) It's winter in Clarens so the heater will definitely be used. If you turn on the kettle, the power goes out - Nobody informs you about this and you just have to look around to see where to turn it on again. 3) The website states 'Safe Parking'. Hmm. On Cottage Pie's property someone broke into my car and tools and clothes were stolen. Almost my bike too! Summary: We did not sleep well, mostly awake.

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Cottage Pie 's response

Goeie dag Pieter,

Ons het in ons epos kommunikasie (ek stuur al ons kommunikasie aan na Lekkeslaap) die 2-3 weke voor jou inklok datum die "selfsorg " term uitgeklaar as "geen etes ingesluit". Ek vind dit vreemd dat jy steeds nie verstaan nie, alhoewel jy in jou in jou epos en ons telefoniese gesprek daarna, die term verstaan het.

Volgens die webwerf se inligting is dit duidelik dat jy 'n oornag kamer bespreek het, en nie een van die eenhede met 'n kitchenette of kombuis is nie. Die beskrywing vir die kamer is is ook duidelik. Ook dat, ten spyte van my verduideliking aan jou oor presies hoe die kamer ingerig is en dat jou kamer elke dag gediens word, wat die was van jou skottelgoed insluit, jy nou daaroor ontevrede is.

Tydens jou 3 dae verblyf het jy nie een keer genoem dat daar probleem is met krag wat uitskop nie. Ek wonder hoe die krag weer aangesit is aangesien daar geen kragbord in die kamer is nie. Die skoonmaak dames het ook bevestig die kamer elke dag krag gehad het ten tye van die skoonmaak en diens.

In 20 jaar is daar nog nooit ingebreek op die perseel. Oor die langnaweek was daar nie minder as 5 voertuie geparkeer met geen probleme. Die inbraak is ook nie aan ons genoem of aangemeld by Clarens SAPD nie. Dit laat my ook met vrae oor die bakkie se alarm wat nie afgegaan het tydens die inbraak nie.

Dit is altyd jammer as daar na 3 dae se verblyf waarin daar geen probleem onder ons aandag gebring word so negatiewe skrywe ontvang word. Ons is altyd bereid om te help indien enige probleem onder ons aandag gebring word. Om meer as week later op die resensie blad te lees oor jou klagtes gee ons geen geleentheid om jou te help om lekker te slaap nie.

Groete,
Karen

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Adrinette M - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adrinette M
Family with teenagers

Die Cottage Pie familie-eenheid het ons stoutste verwagtinge oortref: dis ruim, netjies en goed ingerig met 'n pragtige groot "English Garden" teenaan die natuurreservaat, naby staproetes vir stap/ draf/ fietsry!

Ons sal ons verblyf by Cottage Pie familie-eenheid (Desember 2016) altyd onthou. Ons het heerlik ontspan en het die staproetes in die aangrensende natuurreservaat terdeë geniet. Die eenheid is gemeubileer met pragtige houtmeubels, het 'n lieflike goed ingerigte kombuis, selfs 'n lees-vertrek waar jy net heeldag kan ontspan as die weer dalk guur is, 'n gesellige buite-stoep, slaapkamers met die heerlikste vars linne en ruim pakplek. Die lieflike tuin is absolute plesier. Ons eenheid is daagliks gediens.

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The Cottage Pie family unit exceeded our wildest dreams: it is spacious, neat and well equipped with a beautiful large English Garden next to the nature reserve and close to routes for walking, jogging and cycling!

We will remember our stay at Cottage Pie's family unit in December 2016 forever. We had a lovely relaxing time and tremendously enjoyed the walking trails in the next-door nature reserve. The unit is furnished with gorgeous wooden furniture, has a lovely well equipped kitchen, even a reading room where you can just relax the whole day when the weather doesn't play along, a cosy outdoor patio, bedrooms with the loveliest fresh linen, and lots of packing space. The gorgeous garden is an absolute pleasure. Our unit was serviced daily.

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Riana K - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Riana K
With partner

'n Fantastiese plekkie om te rus en weg te kom van alles!

'n Fantastiese en rustige plekkie om weg te kom van die stad en weer jou battery te laai!

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An excellent place to rest and get away from everything!

An excellent place to rest and get away from the city, and to recharge your batteries.

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Juanita J - May 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Juanita J
With partner

Tyd staan stil.

Romanties en sielsbevredigend. Baie lekker gerus. As jy soek na stilte en 'n plek om jou siel te rus, is dit die ideale wegbreek. Weg van alle gejaag.

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Time stands still.

Romantic and soul-satisfying. Very nice please. If you are looking for silence and a place to rest your soul, this is the ideal getaway. Away from all the hustle and bustle.

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Michele F - Feb 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michele F
Large group

Beautiful location, with the most comfy, snuggly, bed linen imaginable. Perfect location.

We are a family of six adults who travelled down to Clarens for the 2016 beerfest. The location, right up against the golden rocks of the mountain, is absolutely stunning. The accommodation is perfect with the best bed linen ever. Once your head hit that pillow you were away with the fairies. Would definitely recommend and use in the future.

Laulene K - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Laulene K
With partner

Kerstyd in Clarens.

Die Bedsitter eenheid is goed uitgerus met al die nodigste items en baie skoon. Dis ideaal vir 2 mense. Die tuin is pragtig en die uitsig is beeldskoon. Ons het heerlik gekuier en sal verseker weer teruggaan!

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Christmas time in Clarens.

The Bedsitter unit is well equipped with all the necessary items and very clean. It's ideal for 2 people. The garden is beautiful and the view is picturesque. We had a great time and will definitely go back again!

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Johan B - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan B

Dit was hemels.

Volledige, asemrowende, gehalte pakket in een. Mooi omgewing en pragtige tuin. Ons verblyf was te kort, moet 'n langer tyd hier deurbring.

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It was heavenly.

Fully equipped, breathtaking quality package all-in-one. Stunning environment and garden. Our accommodation was too short. Should've stayed longer.

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Lynette L - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette L

It was an all round magnificent experience.

A doggy-friendly town. Cottage was awesome, with the most magnificent view of the mountain. All of the trails were on our doorstep. Clarens is shopper's paradise! Plenty of restaurants. Awesome!

Linda S - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Linda S
With friends

It was a lovely and relaxing holiday with a friend and my dog. Karen was very hospitable and made our stay a pleasure.

Cottage Pie is located close to hiking trails and not too far from the town square. The facilities were kept clean and the stay was such a pleasure. Karen was also very good at pointing out places one could go to on a day to day basis!

Mariske V - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Mariske V
With partner

Absoluut wonderlik!

Baie netjies en warm in die winter.

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Absolutely wonderful!

Very neat and warm in the winter.

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Pieter D - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter D
With partner

Was heerlik rustig, in die natuur, ons sal weer kom besoek en oorslaap by julle.

Awesome, romanties, rustig en niks gejaag nie.

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Was wonderfully peaceful, in nature, we will come to visit again and spend the night with you.

Awesome, romantic, peaceful and nothing rushed.

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Corrie V - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Corrie V
With partner

Ons het ongelooflik lekker gebly!

Die ontvangs na 'n warm dag se stap in die Drakensberge was uitstekend. Die verblyf was baie skoon en die omgewing stel 'n mens sommer dadelik in 'n rustige en ontspanne gemoed. Ook die kranse net agter die kothuis laat mens na aan die natuur voel. Sal beslis weer van Cottage Pie gebruik maak.

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We had an incredibly nice stay!

The reception after a hot day's walk in the Drakensberg was excellent. The accommodation was very clean and the environment immediately puts you in a calm and relaxed mood. Also the cliffs just behind the cottage make you feel close to nature. Will definitely use Cottage Pie again.

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Welma J - May 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Welma J
With partner

Waarde vir geld.

Dit was ons tweede besoek en ons sal weer terugkom. Die tuin, natuur en berg is net ongelooflik rustig en mooi, en die prys is reg! Ek vind die plekkie baie privaat en romanties, en al is die stort klein, het mens als wat jy nodig het om te ontspan. Albei kere het ons baie lekker gebly!

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Value for money.

This was our second visit and we will be back again. The garden, nature and mountain are just incredibly peaceful and beautiful, and the price is right! I find the place very private and romantic, and even though the shower is small, you have everything you need to relax. Both times we had a great stay!

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Willem R - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Willem R
With partner

Eksoties en privaat.

Ons het in die Cottage gebly. Baie mooi plekkie met al die selfsorg geriewe wat mens benodig, met selfs melk in die yskas! Die mat in die toilet het net 'n reukie aan hom gehad en so ook die hele plekkie. Maar anders het ons baie lekker gebly in die verlate plekkie in die woud. Baie romanties gewees.

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Exotic and private.

We stayed in the Cottage. Very nice place with all the self-catering facilities you need, with even milk in the fridge! The carpet in the toilet just had a smell to it and so did the whole place. But otherwise we had a very nice stay in the deserted place in the forest. Been very romantic.

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Hanlie L - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Hanlie L
With partner

Gevoel van afgesonderde rustigheid, weg van die harwar van die dorp.

Die diens was baie goed, dit was nie 'n probleem dat ons eers laat daar aangekom het nie. Die verwarmer was reeds aan en dit was knus en ontvanklik. Ons sal weer daar gaan bly.

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Feeling of secluded tranquility, away from the hustle and bustle of town.

The service was very good, it was not a problem that we got there only late. The heater was already on and it was cozy and welcoming. We will stay there again.

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Leonie P - Feb 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Leonie P
With partner

So stil jy kan jou eie hart hoor klop!

Dit was 'n heerlike ontspanne naweek, ver van die stad se geraas! Die houtkothuis is regtig in die bos en teen die berg - heerlik koel en bangmaak-stil in die aand! Storthokkie bietjie aan die klein kant maar die onmiddellike warm water was 'n wenner en alhoewel ons 'n baie stewiger matras verkies, het ons die eerste oggend amper om geslaap - danksy die stilte en die koelte! Met dit wat ek weet sal ek beslis weer daar bly op die volgende geleentheid!

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So quiet you can hear your own heart beating!

It was a lovely relaxing weekend, far from the city's noise! The log cabin is really in the woods and up the mountain - wonderfully cool and eerily quiet in the evening! Shower cubicle a little on the small side but the instant hot water was a winner and although we would have preferred a much firmer mattress, we almost fell asleep the first morning - thanks to the silence and the coolness! Knowing that I will definitely stay there again on the next occasion!

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Dharam J - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Dharam J
Family with teenagers

Brilliant setting: tranquil, rejuvenating, quiet and simply delightful.

A rejuvenating setting at the foothills of the mountain with access to great hiking trails, and close enough to the lovely town square. The birds chirped with delight, the wind blew with tranquility, and the silence was welcome. Brilliant and enjoyable.

Martin R - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Martin R
With partner

'n Lekker, baie stil plekkie om te ontspan.

Een van die beste plekke in Clarens om te ontspan. Baie stil en 'n lekker plek om van die stad af weg te kom.

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A nice, very quiet place to relax.

One of the best places in Clarens to relax. Very quiet and a nice place to get away from the city.

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Susan P - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Susan P
With partner

Ontspanne.

Die stoep was vuil en daar was niemand om ons te ontvang nie. Die ketel was vuil en aangepak, maar die res van die verblyf was aangenaam.

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Relaxing.

The patio was dirty and there were no one that welcomed us. The kettle was dirty and busy furring up. The rest was pleasant.

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Christien H - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christien H
With partner

Die verblyf was een groot plesier.

Dankie, was baie lekker gewees.

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The stay was a great pleasure.

Thank you, it was very nice.

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Tielie M - Nov 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tielie M
With partner

Heerlike naweek.

Ideaal vir wittebrood-wegbreek.

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Great weekend.

Ideal for honeymoon getaways.

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Jac C - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jac C
With partner

Ongelooflik!

Ons verblyf in die houthuisie in die pragtige tuin langs die stroompie en teenaan die berg en staproetes was baie aangenaam, en die eienaars baie vriendelik en hulpvaardig.

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Unbelievable!

Our stay in the wooden house in the beautiful garden next to the stream and against the mountain and hiking trails was very pleasant, and the owners very friendly and helpful.

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Thys V - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Thys V

Baie lekker gebly. Die plek is baie goed geleë t.o.v. die baie mooi staproetes.

Het die verblyf baie geniet en sal Cottage Pie aanbeveel.

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Very nice stay. The place is very well located in relation to the very beautiful hiking trails.

Really enjoyed the stay and would recommend Cottage Pie.

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Karlien F - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Karlien F
With partner

Ons het dit perfek gevind vir ons doeleindes.

En dis asemrowend mooi, veral die voetslaan-roetes! Die eienares het ons bygestaan met enige iets waarvoor ons gevra het en sy het dit op so 'n manier gedoen dat ons gevoel het ons is welkom en dat ons nie haar pla nie. Sy was dadelik daar om ons te help en sy het die ekstra myl gegaan vir ons. Baie dankie Karen. Met baie liefde groete.

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We found it perfect for our purposes.

And it's breathtakingly beautiful, especially the hiking trails! The owner assisted us with anything we asked for and she did it in such a way that we felt we were welcome and that we were not bothering her. She was immediately there to help us and she went the extra mile for us. Thank you very much Karen. With much love greetings.

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Willem V - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Willem V
With partner

Goeie diens, baie mooi en netjies!

Baie goeie diens en vriendelikheid. Ek sal beslis weer teruggaan!

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Good service, very nice and tidy!

Very good service and friendliness. I will definitely go back again!

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Chris S - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Chris S
Family with teenagers

Heerlike knus blyplek met mooiste natuurskoon, wat 'n spruitjie insluit.

Ons is 'n gesin van 5 volwassenes wat vir 'n naweek weg was. Ons het die spesiale ontbyt Sondagoggend baie geniet. Eienaars is baie vriendelik en stap beslis ekstra myle om die verblyf so aangenaam moontlik te maak. Ons kon ook Saterdagaand in die tuin braai. Ons sal beslis die plek aanbeveel aan ons vriende.

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Lovely cozy place to stay with the most beautiful scenery, which includes a little stream.

We are a family of 5 adults who were away for a weekend. We really enjoyed the special breakfast on Sunday morning. Owners are very friendly and definitely go the extra mile to make the stay as pleasant as possible. We could also barbecue in the garden on Saturday evening. We will definitely recommend the place to our friends.

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Sanet E - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Sanet E
With partner

Baie lekker gekuier in Clarens by Cottage Pie, goeie diens en asemrowende uitkyk op die stroompie en berge!

Goeie en vriendelike diens ontvang. Eerste aand was ons in die houthuisie by die stroom wat lieflik was, van die tweede aand af was ons in die B&B waar die bed minder gemaklik was en ons nie 'n kombuisie gehad het nie. Maar dit was steeds lekker!

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Had a great time in Clarens at Cottage Pie, good service and breathtaking view of the stream and mountains!

Good and friendly service received. First night we were in the wooden house by the stream which was lovely, from the second night we were in the B&B where the bed was less comfortable and we didn't have a kitchenette. But it was still fun!

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Annalie V - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Annalie V
With partner

Pragtig en gerieflik.

Die ideale blyplek vir 'n kuiertjie in Clarens.

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Beautiful and comfortable.

The ideal place to stay for a visit in Clarens.

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Jakes L - Oct 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Jakes L
With partner

Fantastiese omgewing maar geraas van boonste kamer is 'n steuring.

Fantastiese, stil omgewing met groot bome en baie voëls. Ons hondjie het saamgegaan en kon vrylik en veilig rondbeweeg. Die beddegoed was skoon en netjies wat altyd baie belangrik is. Die eenheid is baie basies maar die grootste probleem was die mense bo wat baie rondbeweeg het met die babatjie op die plankvloer. Karen was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam met gereelde kommunikasie.

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Great surroundings but noise from upstairs room is a disturbance.

Fantastic, quiet setting with big trees and lots of birds. Our puppy went along and was able to move around freely and safely. The bedding was clean and tidy which is always very important. The unit is very basic but the biggest problem was the people upstairs who moved around a lot with the baby on the wooden floor. Karen was very friendly and helpful with regular communication.

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Wouter C - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Wouter C
With partner

Baie lekker gebly!

Kamer het geen TV en DStv nie. Sou dit ook verkies om eie braaiplek te hê. Verder, goed!

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Very nice stay!

Room has no TV and DStv. Would also prefer to have own braai place. Other than that, good!

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Nadine R - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Nadine R
With partner

'n Gemiddelde verblyf

Dit was my lewensmaat se eerste ondervinding van Clarens, dus was die verblyf wat ek bespreek het vir my baie belangrik. My kinders het ook deurgery om die tyd saam met ons te spandeer en dit het beslis ook bygedra tot hoe ons ons verblyf sou ervaar. Ek was egter redelik teleurgesteld. Vanselfsprekend kan die tuin nie lyk soos op die webtuiste nie (dit is immers winter) maar die kamers self het regtig nie dieselfde gelyk soos op die foto's nie. Dit het effens slordig gevoel. Beddens was vir ons almal nogal 'n probleem want hulle is hard! Dankie vir die koffie maar dis jammer dat ons nie melk gekry het vir dit nie. Ek kan net weereens beklemtoon dat Karen uiters aangenaam is en moeite gedoen het om ons te verwelkom. Dit was lekker om haar te ontmoet.

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An average stay

It was my partner's first experience of Clarens, so the accommodation I booked was very important to me. My children also drove through to spend the time with us and this certainly also contributed to how we would experience our stay. I was pretty disappointed though. Obviously the garden can't look like it does on the website (it's winter after all) but the rooms themselves really didn't look the same as in the photos. It felt a little sloppy. Beds were quite a problem for all of us because they are hard! Thanks for the coffee but it's a shame we didn't get milk for it. I can only emphasize again that Karen is extremely pleasant and made an effort to welcome us. It was nice to meet her.

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Roxy V - Jun 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Roxy V
With partner

Sleg

Ek moes in die eerste twee kategorieë (Waarde vir geld en Kliëntediens) 'n gradering gee, maar die webtuiste laat nie 0 sterre toe nie. Maar glo my, die plek verdien minder as 0 sterre in daardie kategorieë. Vir 'n begin is die prentjie glad nie wat ons gekry het nie. Ons het in 'n houthuisie geslaap. Ek het reeds e-posse en foto's oor die nare ondervinding geskryf en gestuur.

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Bad

I had to give a rating in the first two categories (Value for money and Customer service) but the website does not allow 0 stars. But trust me, the place deserves less than 0 stars in those categories. For a start, the picture is not at all what we got. We slept in a log cabin. I have already written and sent emails and photos about the nasty experience.

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Jofie En Maretha B - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jofie En Maretha B
With partner

Rustig en naby aan die natuur.

Ons kon eers 13:00 inboek en was baie verras oor al die toeriste en winkeltjies. So het ons gestap en geshop en toe lekker gaan rus. Die bergroetes vroegoggend baie maklik en sielverkwikkend.

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Quiet and close to nature.

We were only able to check in at 13:00 and were very surprised by all the tourists and shops. So we walked and shopped and then went to rest. The mountain routes early in the morning very easy and soul-invigorating.

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  • Capacity: 10 people
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  • Check-in: 14:00 to 21:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 89 Malherbe Street, Clarens, 9707, Free State
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