Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise
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Nasstasja V - Mar 2023
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Baie lekker atmosfeer.
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Very nice atmosphere.
It was very nice, but can't say too much because we were only there for 1 night.
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Annerike M - Oct 2024
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Vriendelike mense, maar die plek kort opgradering.
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Friendly people, but the place needs upgrading.
Service and people are very friendly. They accommodated us to be able to check in earlier and get ready for a wedding we were attending nearby. We were also grateful for the free WiFi. The accommodation was probably ok, only stayed one night and was little in the place itself. I wasn't shocked by the state of the place because the other reviews had prepared me. I did really hope they were listening to what was being said. But they need an upgrade of everything. Everything is old. It wasn't really clean either. Bedding was dirty or stained. Glasses for water were dirty. Pillows were flat and uncomfortable. The toilet leaked toilet water on the floor every time you used it. Faucets are not opened often because it's just brown water when you first open it. The bedside lamp didn't work and the ceiling fan made a lot of noise, so you couldn't sleep with it on; it was a damn hot night. The place is not used and almost feels like a ghost town. We and friends (whom I referred to) were the only people there, one would actually think the rooms would be spotless. It's a shame, because there are many expensive lodges in the area that hold weddings and you lack affordable accommodation for those who cannot stay at the lodges. They are going to have to push money in to get the place back on its feet.
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hi Annerike
Ek vra omverskoning as daar iets was wat vuil was. Ek weet dit is nie 'n verskoning nie, maar my vrou wat in beheer van al die goed is, was af siek omdat sy net een nier het. Sy is gewoonlik erg oor al die goed waar ek as man nie regtig kyk na al sulke goed nie. Ek weet ook nie van iemand wat iets gesê het wat aangespreek moes word nie, maar ek sal sorg om aan die foute te werk wat julle genoem het. Baie dankie vir ondersteuning en jammer as als nie 100% was nie.
Anonymous Guest - Apr 2023
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Weak.
No water (only repaired next day 07:00), room full of cobwebs, ie they need to step up their QC. Place has a lot of potential.
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Boniswa N - Dec 2023
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Unpleasant.
Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Hi Boniswa,
I sincerely apologise for the spider webs that you found in your room. My cleaners always go through the rooms in the mornings when we know someone is coming in, but one thing people must realise is that this is the bushveld. We try our best but the spiders seem to try harder. The issue with the single coat hanger, I can understand and will rectify it. My cleaners are not allowed in the room unless you specifically arrange it with me. I have to be present when they do that to avoid any other problems, like clients complaining about missing items. But thank you for bringing these matters to my attention. We strive to improve and hope that the next time you visit, you'll find that we took your words to heart.
Sincerely, Dinonyane Lodge
Gerhard G - Jun 2022
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Heerlik en aangenaam.
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Delicious and pleasant.
The small mistakes that were there were immediately corrected and even with loadshedding, provision was made for power and there was free WiFi the whole time which worked excellently. I would gladly recommend the place.
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Dankie Gerhardus vir die terugvoer. Dit was baie lekker om julle by ons te he. Hoop ons sien julle gou weer.
Lucy B - Nov 2022
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Teleurstellend, lugversorger en TV buite werking. Slegs een bedlampie en kanttafeltjie, ook buite werking!
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Disappointing, air conditioner and TV out of order. Only one bedside lamp and side table, also out of order!
The two plastic chairs were very uncomfortable. My husband's chair broke and he landed on the floor. The toilet was leaking, we wanted to close the door to muffle the sound, but the door had no handle! Air conditioner, TV and bedside lamp out of order. Inferior chairs that threaten your safety. Not value for money at all.
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Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Goeie more Lucy. Ons is baie jammer om van julle slegte ondervinding te hoor. As julle dit genoem het sou ons dadelik werk gemaak het van die situasies. Om jammer te sê bied ons vir julle een nag gratis verblyf mid week. Kontak ons gerus om te bespreek.
Stephus D - Nov 2020
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Teleurstellend.
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Disappointing.
The room was dirty and had cobwebs over the headboards - clearly not cleaned. No water in pipes and rusty pipes leave you smelling dirty after a shower. Linens were broken and torn.
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Luoise D - Dec 2019
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Dit was heerlik en rustig.
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It was lovely and peaceful.
Our stay at Dinonyane Lodge was so nice and peaceful. The food is fantastic. The service is friendly and they are happy to help. And the birds' company really makes it a time to remember.
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Baie dankie vir die terugvoering, Luoise. Julle was wonderlike gaste en ons sal altyd plek he vir julle. Eens weer baie dankie. Vriendelike groete, Dinonyane Lodge.
Marius F - Sep 2019
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Baie lekker en bekostigbaar.
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Very tasty and affordable.
Was business in the area and accommodation was within our budget.
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Baie Dankie vir die terugvoer Marius, hoop ons sien julle weer.
Groete
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Petro V - Jul 2019
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Absoluut fantasies!
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Absolutely fantastic!
It was really wonderful, beautiful scenery, silence and nice people with five star accommodation. I'll be back soon.
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Beste Petro,
Baie dankie, jou kuier hier by ons was wonderlik. Ons sien uit na jou volgende besoek.
Laat dit goed gaan met jou.
Groete,
Dinoyane Lodge
Erika E - Oct 2019
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Lekker geslaap.
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Slept well.
Owner was very helpful.
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Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Baie danie vir die terugvoer Berendina, hoop ons sien julle weer en dat ons volgende keer 5sterre in alles kan kry.
Groete
Dinonyane
Tommy S - Dec 2019
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Baie lekker in die bosveld. Kliëntediens was uitmuntend.
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Very nice in the forest. Customer service was excellent.
If you want to get away from the busy city life and look for rest, peace and nature, this the place to go.
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Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Dear Tommy,
Thank for the positive review. It was a pleasure to accommodate your family.
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Adriaan N - Jun 2019
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Goeie basiese verblyf om Bosveld te ontdek!
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Good basic accommodation to discover Bosveld!
Lovely stay at Dinonyane during Bokkieweek - it's ideally located near Naboomspruit. Bedroom a little on the small side and kitchen could do with a sofa or chairs.
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Baie dankie vir sulke positiewe terugvoer. Ons is baie bly julle het dit geniet. Ons hoop om julle gou weer te sien.
Neels G - Jun 2019
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Baie lekker gebly.
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Very nice stay.
We had a very nice stay. Eddy's breakfast with freshly baked bread was top notch.
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Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Dit was net 'n plesier. Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Hoop om jul gou weer te sien.
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Masetla S - Jul 2019
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The price wasn't worth the accommodation.
Zelda B - Oct 2018
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Dis so rustig daar, awesome plek om te rus.
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It's so peaceful there, awesome place to rest.
The owner and reception really hospitable. Just ask if you need anything and they will bring it. Really peaceful place to stay. Very nice garden. Will stay there again near golf courses for those who like to play golf.
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Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Dankie vir julle vriendelikheid. Julle was aangename kuiergaste en het lekker gesels. Ons is bly julle het lekker uitgerus hier by ons en hoop ons sien julle gou weer.
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John W - Jun 2018
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Rustige plaaswerf atmosfeer.
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Quiet farmyard atmosphere.
We really enjoyed the tranquility, and would recommend Dinonyane Lodge to anyone who wants to get away and rest carefree. The owners are friendly hosts who make the time with them precious. We look forward to visiting again in the future.
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Baie dankie, dit word opreg waardeer en dis altyd lekker as die gaste dit geniet.
Julle is altyd welkom en dit was net so aangenaam om julle hier te gehad het
Dora J - Aug 2018
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Baie gerieflik en kinders was veilig en genoeg speelplek.
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Very convenient and kids were safe and enough space to play.
We stayed over on our way to a wedding. Everything was convenient and it was nice to know that the kids were safe. Also a lot to keep the kids busy with. We were able to enjoy a braai.
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Patrick C - Jul 2018
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Heerlik, ontspannend.
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Delicious, relaxing.
It was lovely to be in nature, lots of birds, relaxing on the veranda. All that could be improved is maybe a few extra TV channels for the evenings. Thank you very much.
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Monique P - Apr 2018
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Oulike plekkie.
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Cute little place.
Very cute place, we were pleasantly surprised.
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Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Baie dankie Monique ons wil graag hoor van julle as julle dit geniet het, julle is meer as welkom hier by Dinonyane sien julle gou weer
Raymond P - Mar 2018
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Very peaceful place to stay.
Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Hi Raymon
Thank you for your reply we appreciate your feedback.
Please let us know what extra utensils we should put in the self-catering units.
We always strive to make our guests happy.
Hope to see you soon.
Kind Regards,
Magriet
Theresa M - Sep 2018
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Rest and calm for the soul.
Louis A - Apr 2018
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Gemaklik en gerieflik.
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Easy and convenient.
Stayed overnight at Dinyane Lodge after a wedding in the area and found it very affordable and comfortable.
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Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Baie dankie vir jou review Louis, ons hoop om jou sommer gou weer te sien.
Groete,
Dinonyane Lodge
Anonymous Guest - Apr 2018
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Overpriced for standard amenities, compared to other places we've booked.
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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2018
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Everything didn't work.
Aircon and bedside lights did not work. Neighbors chattering on the porch was disturbing as it is at your front door.
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Samuel P - Sep 2018
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Average. Nothing like the website.
Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Thank you for the review. I would just like to know your average rating that it is nothing like the website. Is the website different to what you expected and received on the Lodge the weekend?
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Adelle W - Jul 2018
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Kamers lyk glad nie soos op webwerf nie, skoon, maar nie die hoë gehalte linne soos beskryf nie.
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Rooms are not at all like on website, clean but not the high quality linen as described.
The rooms were tidy, but the white, high quality linen mentioned in their website was nowhere to be seen. On the contrary, there were black and gray bedding and navy towels in the room. Furthermore, there was friendly service and the location was as mentioned.
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Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Baie jammer as u die verkeerde indruk gery het van die webwerf af. Dankie vir die eerlikheid dit word opreg waardeur. Sal n punt daarvan maak om te gaan kyk na die webwerf
Anonymous Guest - Jul 2018
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Sorry, but the stay was not quite what we expected.
In general, the lodge offers a lot - swimming pool, lapa, restaurant, etc. The unit was spacious and the beds good. What bothered me was the following: 1. The unit was full of cobwebs - in the shower, bedside lamp, room. 2. Bath is not in good condition - scuffed and discolored. 3. Shower head was clogged - rust had to be sanded off and holes poked open. 4. Water smells like rust and is colored light brown - boiler is also a good indicator. 5. No microwave in unit. 6. Lodge is 21km from Naboomspruit and not 16km as indicated - Information according to "Distance Calculator".
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Johan O - Sep 2017
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Baie baie lekker en rustig.
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Very, very nice and relaxing
Very pleasant staff and beautiful entertainment area.
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Lizette B - Jul 2017
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Heerlik gebly.
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Had a wonderful stay.
See stars.
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Merinda K - Oct 2017
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Dit was baie rustig! ’n Baie aangename ervaring algeheel.
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Very peaceful! A very pleasant experience overall.
Dinonyane is very suitable for visitors who long for peace and quiet! The units are located in such a way that you don't see much of the other visitors. The meals were excellent and the management friendly and helpful. There are many birds, though not as abundant as in the rainy season. Will definitely go again!
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Elriette M - Jul 2017
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Owners very friendly.
Denniss V - Jan 2017
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Goeie waarde vir geld.
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Value for money.
Will visit Dinonyane Lodge again.
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Anonymous Guest - Jul 2017
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Staff are very friendly and helpful but the accommodation is not quite up to standard.
Vehicle is parked about 100 m from cottage. It is difficult especially if you have to carry a lot of luggage. The self-catering units have no seating inside - which makes it very difficult if you want to eat or hang out, especially in winter. There was no TV either. Although the staff were very friendly and helpful, the unit was also not 100% tidy. One shower and the stove didn't work properly and the oven was very dirty.
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Anel L - Oct 2017
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Onaangenaam.
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Unpleasant.
I arranged to check in at 20:00. There were no-one to help us when we arrived. Luckily saw the key lying on the counter. I asked for an extra bed (payed for it), but no bedding was provided (just a piece of fabric covering the mattress), neither any towels. No warm water. Learned the following morning that the power has been out for 4 days. The owner could at least have notified us the night we checked in.
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Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Die aand wat jy ingeboek het, 13 Oktober 2017 - 14 Oktober 2017, was die eienaar en nog van die gaste in die eetsaal. Almal het gewag to 1 uur die oggend op jou koms. Die volgende oggend het ons gesien dat jy self ingeboek het. Weereens hoekom het jy nie kom kyk waar die bestuur is of een van die dames in ontvangs nie. Al die ligte het gebrand en mens kon duidelik hoor dat daar mense in die eetsaal is waar jy tog moes verby stap. Rakende die elektrisiteit. Die lokale munisipaliteit het Meneer Du Plessis verseker dat die krag nog die vrydag aand sou aan wees. Daar het 'n paal afgebrand en die Munisipaliteit het gestaak, so Meneer Du Plessis het hulle woord gevat en dit nie nodig geag om al die gaste in kennis te stel van iets wat heel moontlik nie nodig was nie. Ons is hier vir ons gaste, hoe laat of vroeg ookal. Rakende die ekstra bed wat jy gevra in die eenheid gesit moet word, ons vra onverskoning daarvoor, die dame wat in beheer was van die kamers is 'n waarskuwing gegee want dis nie ons standaard nie. Ons stel altyd ons gaste eerste, dit was net 'n misverstand wat dadelik reggestel kon word indien jy net met die eienaar gepraat het. Ek hoop dat jy dit sal in ag neem en nie Dinonyane Lodge straf vir 'n duidelik misverstand nie. Vriendelike groete, Magriet.
Lorna B - Oct 2017
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Extremely disappointing.
Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
Dear Lorna,
The weekend that you checked in - 13 October 2017 to 14 October 2017 - the lodge was indeed without electricity. Not due to a fault at Dinonyane Lodge, but due to an electrical pole that burnt down and the local municipality was on strike at that time. They promised to have the electricity restored by the 13th of October, the day you checked in. At the time the owner, Mr. Du Plessis, didn’t deem it necessary to inform the guests as he was promised that the electricity would be restored on the same day.
Regarding the R150 worth of food you had to throw away, we apologise for that. You were, however, most welcome to address your concerns with management and ask them if there weren’t a way to keep the food refrigerated. They would have gladly assisted you in any way possible.
I believe we have done everything in our power to provide a comfortable and pleasant stay as we would not gain anything by purposefully making things difficult for our guests.
I sincerely hope you will take the afore-mentioned information into consideration and not punish Dinonyane Lodge for a clear misunderstanding.
Kind Regards,
Magriet
Ray D - Jul 2016
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Dinoyane provided the perfect base for a group of American students to conduct geophysical research work in the region.
Dinonyane Lodge Birders Paradise 's response
We have taken over in Oct 2019 and hope to see you again soon.
Rulize V - Mar 2016
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Baie lekke!
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Lots of licks!
Dinonyane is a lovely place with very friendly and helpful people. They made us feel at home. Was a lovely family break.
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Nellie K - Apr 2016
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Heerlik.
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Delicious.
Very friendly people and service.
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Arista B - Mar 2016
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Rustige paasnaweek met die hele gesin, ouma en kleinkind.
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Peaceful Easter weekend with the whole family, grandmother and grandchild.
The rooms and bathrooms were ideal for our needs. The daily cleaning services were good, except that they were done very late in the day. All the staff were very friendly, involved and helpful. However, the mosquitoes were a real problem. Perhaps spraying buildings could be considered, as it would not cause too much damage to nature. The coolness at the self-care units is also a problem in the morning. One can hardly stand it in the mornings there. Maybe fast growing or large trees could be planted? (Like the shade trees at the other units.) However, the evenings around the campfire were very nice and relaxing. The horn at the cafe is really annoying. Maybe a full-time person could serve there? Nevertheless, a very enjoyable weekend!
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Marietjie V - Oct 2016
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Waarde vir geld met persoonlike omsien na jou behoeftes.
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Value for money with personal attention to your needs.
See the stars.
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Cecilia D - Dec 2016
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Rustig.
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Tranquil.
Thank you Oom Eddie, he did his best to make us feel at home. Had a lovely, tranquil time.
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Natasha V - Mar 2016
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Heel uitgerus.
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Very rested.
Ideal for someone who doesn't want to do much other than relax.
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Shanri H - Apr 2015
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Dit was net 'n plesier om daar te kon wees.
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It was just a pleasure to be there.
Everyone at Dinonyane Lodge was very friendly and helpful. Our stay was really pleasant. Als was clean and tidy.
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Leonard N - Sep 2015
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Was heel lekker dankie! Baie vriendelik en goeie ligging.
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Was very nice thank you! Very friendly and good location.
Relaxed in the silence of the forest.
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Gregory G - Sep 2015
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Clean and neat.
Ntombi M - Sep 2015
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Fairly pleasant.
Jo-anne K - Feb 2014
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Rather cramped chalet - especially the kitchen area.
Elsie J - Jun 2013
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Goed
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Well
Good service, and safe.
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Luc V - Sep 2012
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Good
Matshidiso P - Jul 2012
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The place is a great getaway from the city's busy atmosphere
John D - Nov 2011
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Had very pleasant stay on edge of bird reserve with excellent service from owners.
- Capacity: 55 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 17:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: Farm Boekenhout, Boekenhout, Naboomspruit, 0561, Limpopo