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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.7 out of 5from 42 reviews for Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites
Cleanliness
4.6/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.8/5
Safety
4.9/5
Value for money
4.4/5
Eugene B - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eugene B
With friends

Mooiste uitsigte en alles is beskikbaar by ontvangs ook.

Baie lekker gebly. Een van die beste kamplekke.

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Most beautiful views and everything is available at reception too.

Very nice stay. One of the best combing places.

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

Well worth it, will be back for sure.

We really enjoyed our stay. It was great being off grid and not worried about phone signal and other social media distractions. We had a very nice walk on Friday on one of the many mountain bike trails. The unit was great and very well equipped all around. The bed was great, there are just no cupboards in the bedroom. The kitchen is well stocked and you have 2 gas burners to cook on. The bathroom is also good with a nice big fridge. The amount of stars you can see is really something else. A few things to just consider: You MUST have at least a 4x2 high riding bakkie, as the road up to the cabin is very rough. There is 0 signal at the cabin, only signal at the reception area. The hot tub is very nice, but bring lots of wood. Take mosquito and fly repellent with you, just in case.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Cobus,
Thank you for your feedback. Pleased you enjoyed your stay.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites
Juanita S - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Juanita S
Individual traveller

Amazing!

Amazing location and experience. This little cabin is hidden away and isolated from the rest of the world, in a very literal sense. The most amazing peace one can experience and star gazing I have never seen before. Hot tub to enjoy. The cabin was clean and very comfortable and one just need to leave the troubles of the world and relax for a night or two. The road is good, but do note that it is a gravel road with lots of big rocks and the area has no signal. No load shedding, since the cabin runs from solar.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Juanita
Thank you for your visit and your wonderful feedback. We have been working on the roads since your visit and after the floods, so they are less rocky now. Hope to see you back soon.
Sharon

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

Private and tranquil stay.

We had a lovely stay at Rhebokvlakte. The cottage is lovely and has stunning views! We enjoyed being completely off the grid and our lovely walks in the morning. We were a little surprised that there was absolutely no signal or WiFi, perhaps we missed that in the property description, but we embraced it nonetheless.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Sarah
I appreciate this wonderful feedback. I hope you left with Karoo memories that will keep you coming back for years to come. As stated on all our platforms, we do not have WiFi. I'm pleased you embraced this.
Sharon

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

Rustic with clean bathrooms. Stars are out of this world.

Awesome location with clean bathrooms. The only negative is the fact that the gate code wasn't sent to us. There is also no signal at the gate, so you will either have to drive back into town or jump the fence and walk to reception.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Michael
Thank you so much for this feedback. As this is a huge concern for me, I went back on your reservation to confirm that you were in fact sent the gate code on the 12th September. I am sorry you didn't see it on the LekkeSlaap platform and profile where we have been communicating. All clients on booking confirmation get sent this email.
With thanks
Sharon

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Rentia B - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Rentia B
With partner

Natuurliefhebber se droom.

Pragtige omgewing om in te kamp. Verskillende voëlsoorte en die skattigste muise bly naby die kampterrein. Die ablusies is spartaans, maar het gasgeisers. Wees voorbereid om koud te kry wanneer jy stort en die wind waai; ablusies is slegs houtpanele wat losweg aanmekaargesit is. Daar was nie warm water vir skottelgoedwas nie, maar die gasgeiserinstallasie is beskikbaar - ons glo dis nie altyd 'n probleem nie. Ontvangs was warm en vriendelik. Grondpad in die reservaat sal nie so maklik begaanbaar wees vir laagliggende sedanmotors nie. Maak seker jy het die hekkode afgelaai voor jy gaan; ons het voor die hek gestaan en gewag totdat iemand van binne uitkom om vir ons oop te maak - daar is geen opvangs nie en 30 km se grondpad tot die naaste sein. Gecko Rock is 'n pragtige deel van die Koo Karoo - 'n moet op jou kamplys!

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A nature lover's dream.

Beautiful environment to camp in. Different species of birds and the cutest mice live near the campsite. The ablutions are spartan, but have gas geysers. Be prepared to get cold when you shower and the wind blows; ablutions are only wooden panels loosely assembled. There was no hot water for washing dishes, but the gas geyser installation is available - we believe this is not always a problem. Reception was warm and friendly. Dirt road in the reserve will not be so easily passable for low-slung sedan cars. Make sure you download the gate code before you go; we stood in front of the gate and waited for someone to come out from inside to open for us - there is no catchment and 30 km of dirt road to the nearest signal. Gecko Rock is a beautiful part of the Koo Karoo - a must on your camping list!

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Rentia,
Thank you for your feedback.
When bookings are made, everyone is sent a booking confirmation which contains the gate code to enter the reserve. Sorry you missed this.
Sharon

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Anonymous Guest - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

The stand was disappointing but the customer service was great.

We found a different camping spot than the one we booked and this camping spot was full of rocks and had no shade.

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Luzaan J - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Luzaan J

Fantasties lekker.

Was vreeslik wonderlik. Stilte en rustig.

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Fantastically delicious.

Was really great. Quiet and peaceful.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

So pleased to receive this feedback Luzaan, we hope you will visit us again.

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Tracey H - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tracey H
With friends

Great place to get away from it all.

Beautiful remote place to really get away from it all. Good for hiking, biking and chilling. Cottage was clean, spacious and well-equipped and our hosts were all lovely. Will definitely go back with friends.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Thank you for this wonderful feedback, Tracey. Look forward to your return visit.
Sharon

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

Besondere ervaring.

Baie lekker. Stil en rustig, pragtige omgewing.

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Particular experience.

Very nice. Quiet and peaceful, beautiful surroundings.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Hennie
Thank you for this wonderful feedback.
Hope to see you back soon.
Sharon

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Portia G - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Portia G
With partner

Wow! We are planning to visit Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve again very soon.

The stay at Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve was sublime. We enjoyed the mountain views whether it was from our bed, the jacuzzi or the front deck. The hike was amazing, and we saw buck, which was really awesome. We even met the owner. He is a real people's person, friendly! Our cabin was right in the mountain, secluded and private, just the way we like it.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Portia, thank you for this incredible feedback. So thrilled you had a good stay with us. See you back soon.
Sharon

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Jason L - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jason L
With partner

Excellent.

One of the best and friendliest experiences ever! I can't wait to go back!

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

Awesome.

Dit was awesome. Ons Jack Russell het dit so baie geniet. Dit was rustig, still, die view is asemrowend. Hiking trail was so refreshing gewees vroegoggend voor die sonnetjie uitkom. Die huisie is baie privaat ook.

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Awesome.

It was awesome. Our Jack Russell enjoyed it so much. It was peaceful, still, the view is breathtaking. Hiking trail was so refreshing early in the morning before the sun came out. The cottage is very private too.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Wonderful feedback thank you, so thrilled you had a good stay. Hope to see you back soon.

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Henry Murphy Theodore L - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Henry Murphy Theodore L

Oortref ons verwagtinge.

Detail in chalet besonders. Skoon, warm chalet. Pragtige beddegoed, handdoeke en eetgerei. Kol-Kol baie geniet. Elke vertrek in die chalet het die mooiste uitsig. Geen 'load-shedding. Bowenal die stilte en vrede wat ons ervaar het - 'Priceless'.

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Exceeds our expectations.

Detail in chalet special. Clean, warm chalet. Beautiful bedding, towels and cutlery. Really enjoyed Kol-Kol. Every room in the chalet has the most beautiful view. No load-shedding. Above all the silence and peace we experienced - 'Priceless'.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Henry,
Wow, what incredible feedback. So delighted you had a wonderful stay. We hope the Karoo memories will keep you coming back for more. See you soon.
Sharon

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Wiaan S - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wiaan S
With partner

Was baie lekker gewees en beslis 'n baie mooi plek!

Was baie lekker gewees en kon met my Fiat Uno daar uitkom. Die natuur was regtig mooi en oop soos wat mens verwag van die Karoo. Die lig is skoon en almal wat daar oorgebly het was vriendelik vir die meeste part. Michael die ontvangs man is een van die beste ontvangspersoneellede wat ek nog mee te doen gehad het. Ek sal net noem dat party van die mense se honde sonder toesig rondloop en selfs een keer vroeg die oggend langs ons tent vir ons kom wakker blaf het, maar anders het ek geen klagtes. As mens 'n klein groep is en van rustigheid hou dan is dit beter om gedurende 'n rustige tyd te gaan, want groot groepe kan tot laat toe kuier.

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Was very nice and definitely a very nice place!

Had a lot of fun and was able to get there with my Fiat Uno. The nature was really beautiful and open as one would expect from the Karoo. The light is clean and everyone who stayed there was friendly for the most part. Michael the front desk man is one of the best front desk staff I have ever dealt with. I'll just mention that some of the people's dogs roam around unsupervised and even barked at us early in the morning next to our tent, but otherwise I have no complaints. If you are a small group and like peace and quiet then it is better to go during a quiet time, because large groups can hang out until late.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Wiaan.
Thank you for this wonderful feedback. Appreciate the part around dogs. We do ask that people ensure their dogs don't bother other clients. So sorry you were bothered. I will address this.
Hope to see you back soon.
Sharon

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

If you are looking for privacy and beauty - this is the place!

I never met the owners, but Michael (one of the attendants there) was so helpful and kind. If you are travelling by motorcycle, I might warn you that the roads from reception to the furthest cabin (where we stayed) can be a little rough and rocky. However, saying that, Michael carried our panniers and lifted my partner to and from reception. He brought us wood, lit the fire in the outdoor bath and tended to our every need. I cannot say thank you enough for making our evening superb! There is also a small shop with some supplies at reception (things like firelighters and nibbles) just in case you forgot anything. I highly recommend staying here!

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Seth,
Sorry, we weren't around to meet you. Pleased you had a fab stay. The roads are tough at the moment. We had a flash flood a week and a half ago and believe it or not last night so we are back on the roads again. We apologise for any frustration you may have experienced. We have and continue to try hard to get them back to their original standard. Weather at the moment not supporting us. Thrilled Michael was doing what he does best. Please visit us again soon.
Sharon

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Johanna Cornelia K - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johanna Cornelia K
With partner

Baie mooi natuurskoon en gerieflike verblyf.

Baie lekker, net te laat daar gewees om die geriewe te geniet.

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Very beautiful scenery and comfortable accommodation.

Very nice, just been there too late to enjoy the facilities.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

The best of the colour in the veld is now over. Please visit us again.

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John S - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
John S
With friends

Fantastic.

Great off the grid, but with all the key items.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Thank you for this wonderful feedback, John. We appreciate your visit and support. We hope you left the Karoo with memories that will keep bringing you back for more.
Sharon

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Neelechia B - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Neelechia B
With partner

Unspoilt and isolated.

Great stay, clean and remote.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Thank you for this wonderful feedback. We hope you will return soon.

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Monique B - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monique B
Family with young children

This is what relaxation means!

We were so surprised and amazed by Southern Nights. No TV, no cell service, just nature and quality family time to look forward to for the weekend. There is WiFi available at reception should you wish to make use of your phone, but you won't miss your phone. I must say, both me and hubby are missing not hearing our phones ring or beep. For the first time, we actually relaxed. And the owners, wow, where do I start to describe the heartwarming and friendly service. Thank you so much, Sharon, for an amazing weekend. See you guys again very soon.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Monique,
Wow, what incredible feedback to receive. So thrilled you had a good stay. Delighted you will return soon. Please share your experience with your friends.
Sharon

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Ben O - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ben O
Family with young children

Pragtige omgewing, paar uitdagings.

Maak seker dat jy hekkode kry voor jy na Gecko Rock reis. Hek was nie oop soos beskryf en soos tye gegee nie. Ons moes ver ry om sein te kry om te kon bel om kode te kry. (Omtrent 50 km na sein en terug). Daar was ook bakleiende mongoose wat ons wakker gemaak het binne-in die huisie, 5AM.

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Beautiful setting, few challenges.

Be sure to get gate code before traveling to Gecko Rock. Gate was not open as described and times given. We had to drive far to get signal to be able to call to get code. (About 50 km to signal and back). There were also fighting mongooses that woke us up inside the cottage, 5AM.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Thank you for your comments. Gecko Rock's gate is permanently locked. Everyone that visits gets a gate code. This way we ensure you and our safety.

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Renate C - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Renate C
Family with young children

Beknop in die Karoo.

Die omgewing is asemrowend mooi met pragtige stap, fiets en 4x4-roetes. Die kampterrein is 'n totale teleurstelling. Die staanplekke is so klein en beknop dat daar absoluut geen privaatheid is nie. Mens se stoele raak deurmekaar met die bure s'n! Daar is ook 3 hutte baie naby aan die kamp wat die uitsig belemmer. Daar is geen warm water in die kombuisarea nie en die badkamers het net nou en dan warm water as die geyser besluit om te werk. Die swembad wat 'n groot trekpunt was om die plek te bespreek was vuil en ek moes self al die ongediertes verwyder voor die kinders kon swem. Die enigste voordeel was dat ons honde dit baie geniet het.

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Cramped in the Karoo.

The surroundings are breathtakingly beautiful with beautiful walking, cycling and 4x4 routes. The campground is a total disappointment. The pitches are so small and cramped that there is absolutely no privacy. One's chairs get mixed up with the neighbors'! There are also 3 cabins very close to the camp which obstruct the view. There is no hot water in the kitchen area and the bathrooms only have hot water now and then when the geyser decides to work. The pool which was a big draw for booking the place was dirty and I had to remove all the vermin myself before the kids could swim. The only benefit was that our dogs really enjoyed it.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Renate
So sorry you had such a bad experience with us.
Our campsites are definitely not on top of each other. Having said this our campsites, when full, are definitely more for a crowd that knows each other. I think you visited during the December holidays and yes there are more visitors than usual. Perhaps visit us at a time of year when you can experience the peace and tranquility the Karoo has to offer. You will have a very different visit. Please do try us again. Thank you for your valuable feedback.

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

Die perfekte plek om jou batterye te laai en tyd in die natuur te spandeer.

Dit was al ons tweede besoek aan Gecko Rock en ons sal beslis weer gaan. Die eenhede is goed uitgerig en jy het als wat jy nodig het. Dit is naby genoeg aan die Kaap dat 'n mens kan deurry vir 'n naweek en ver genoeg weg dat jy bietjie behoorlik kan rus.

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The perfect place to recharge your batteries and spend time in nature.

This was our second visit to Gecko Rock and we will definitely go again. The units are well laid out and you have everything you need. It is close enough to the Cape that you can drive through for a weekend and far enough away that you can get some proper rest.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Francois
Thank you for this wonderful feedback. We so appreciate your support and love for Gecko Rock. See you back soon,
Sharon

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Adrian K - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Adrian K
Large group

Kamp met vriende en familie.

Ons het 'n lekker tyd by Gecko Rock gehad. Die kampterrein is presies wat jy sien in die foto, alhoewel daar meer mense was at ek gedink het sou pas. Daar is huisies te huur reg langs die kampterrein, tussen jou en die oop uitsig, dit was bietjie van 'n teleurstelling. Die honde in die kampterrein kon ook bietjie van 'n pes wees, dis bietjie minder aangenaam as 'n hond van jou kos steel of iemand trap in 'n stinkende landmyn. Ek sal terug gaan na Gecko Rock toe, maar sal 'n privaat area bespreek volgende keer. Ons het baie lekker fietsgery en geklim en daar is wonderlike uitsigte.

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Camp with friends and family.

We had a great time at Gecko Rock. The campground is exactly what you see in the photo, although there were more people than I thought would fit. There are cottages for rent right next to the campsite, between you and the open view, this was a bit of a disappointment. The dogs in the campsite could also be a bit of a pest, it's a bit less pleasant when a dog steals your food or someone steps in a smelly land mine. I will go back to Gecko Rock but will book a private area next time. We had a lot of fun cycling and climbing and there are wonderful views.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

This feedback is invaluable for us. We love people to enjoy their time here with their furry friends but are quite specific around them not bothering other clients. The long weekend was busy. I recommend yo come back on normal weekends and enjoy the peace and tranquillity that comes with this. Thank you always for your support. See you back soon.

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Riekie W - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Riekie W
Individual traveller

Rustige, basiese kamp met alles wat nodig is.

Ek het by Hecko Rock gaan kamp en het die volmaan en die sterre en beide in oorvloed gekry. Die kampterrein is baie goeie waarde vir geld en bied alles wat geadverteer word. Mens voel effe blootgestel in die ablusie, siende dat mens deur die hout latte kan sien. Met 'n stil kampterrein was dit okay, maar dit mag ’n probleem wees as dit vol is.

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Quiet, basic camp with everything needed.

I camped at Hecko Rock and found the full moon and the stars and both in abundance. The campsite is very good value for money and offers everything advertised. One feels slightly exposed in the ablution, seeing that one can see through the wooden slats. With a quiet campsite it was okay, but it can be a problem if it is full.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi, thank you for this feedback. We improve when we understand your experience. We are taking steps to ensure that there is added privacy in the bathrooms so that you are more comfortable on your next trip. Please do visit us again.

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Nadine S - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nadine S
On business

Baie netjies en skoon.

Ons maatskappy het by Gecko Rock Private Nature reserve geboek en is baie gelukkig met die goeie diens!

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Very neat and clean.

Our company booked at Gecko Rock Private Nature reserve and are very happy with the good service!

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Thank you for your wonderful review Nadine, greatly appreciated.
Regards
Sharon

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Louise F - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Louise F
With friends

Was a great stay but needed ice on site!

We all had an amazing time but for the travel into town to get ice was a huge issue. Making ice available on site would have made the experience so much more comfortable. We experienced a scorcher of a day and had to travel into town twice during our stay. Other than that, we had the best time! Would love to come back! The stars were amazing. We also had friends who accidentally locked their keys in the car and there were people who came to help in a flash. We were so thankful! Just amazing!

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Louise,
Thank you for your feedback. We will endeavor to have ice on site in the future. Thank you for this feedback, it keeps us sharp at meeting your needs.
See you soon,
Sharon

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites
Patrick C - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Patrick C
With partner

Warmly welcomed to what was the highlight of our camping tour.

We will definitely return for the peace, quiet, solitude and views that you get at Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve - great find!

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Patrick,

Thank you for this incredible feedback. So thrilled to hear you had a great visit. Hope to see you back soon.
Sharon

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

Peace for the soul in timeless Karoo.

Gecko Rock is pristine nature and a place to drink in the air, feast your eyes and revive your soul. We stayed in Rheebokvlakte Cottage, totally isolated from the rest of the farm, with a breathtaking view from your deck and bed. Very rustic but well equipped. At the time we went all the pots and pans looked brand new and were good quality. However, I found the rates a bit high compared to similar places I visited. Wonderful 4x4 route. We were 5 cars in a group led by Cederberg 4x4 and the route took us about 4 hours. Never a dull moment demanding full concentration from driver and passenger all the time. Incredibly beautiful vistas all along. Grade 4 most of the way. Think we would have struggled at places without a diff lock (luckily we had one fitted to our Jimny). Gun shots from the shooting range did bother some of our group at the De Wetshof camp site, but did not hear it at our chalet. Lovely camp site with refreshing little pool and great lapa. All in all a wonderful weekend, highly recommended.

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Hi Jeanne,
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
Rheboksvlakte Cottage is about to go through a few renovations so be sure to pop back soon to see the upgrades.
Shooting range is on the far side of the property and no concerns regarding safety at all. Apologies if the club shoot concerned you in any way.
Hope to see you back soon.
Sharon

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites
Anonymous Guest - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends
Frik B - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Frik B
With partner

Totale rus vir siel.

Aanvanklik was dit 'n "bomskok" om in die eenvertrekplekkie in te stap met die net bed, bedkassies en yskas as losstaande items. Geen plek om jou tas neer te sit of iets uit te pak nie. Dieselfde met die badkamertjie. Gou het die absolute vrede en stilte jou laat vergeet van die primitiwiteit en het jy jou verlustig aan die stilte en pragtige groen Karoo-landskap en berge.

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Total rest for soul.

Initially, it was a "bomb shock" to walk into the one-room space with the bare bed, bedside tables and fridge as stand-alone items. No place to put your bags down or unpack something. Same with the bathroom. Soon the absolute peace and quiet made you forget about the primitiveness and delighted you in the silence and beautiful green Karoo landscape and mountains.

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Chevonne M - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chevonne M
Family with teenagers

Hemels.

Ons het ons tyd baie geniet. Dit was absoluut pragtig. Dis 'n plek as mens kalmte en rustigheid soek.

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Heavenly.

We really enjoyed our time. It was absolutely beautiful. It's a place if you're looking for calm and tranquility.

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Hi Chevonne,

Wonderful to hear that you had a great stay. Come back soon.
Sharon.

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

Highly recommend this amazing place to stay.

If you are looking for quiet alone time, you will struggle to find a better spot. We had a whole valley to ourselves. The cottage had all we needed and was comfortable. We will definitely be back to spend longer, running, hiking and mountain biking. Great spot!

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Good day Wayne,

What an amazing review. Thank you for taking the time to rate Gecko Rock. Looking forward to having you back soon.

Sharon

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Li-mari L - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Li-mari L
With friends

Ongelooflik lekker.

'n Ongelooflike lekker wegbreek van die daaglikse stadslewe!

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Incredibly delicious.

An incredibly nice break from the daily city life!

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Yay, so thrilled to hear.
Come back soon.
Sharon

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Mene E - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mene E
With partner

Beste plek om te besoek vir stilte en romantiese wegbreek!

Dit was 'n wonderlikke ervaring, die mooiste plek! Lekker gebraai, stap en net ontspan. Vriendelike gasvryheid en sal die plek definitief aanbeveel vir enige iemand!

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Best place to visit for quiet and romantic getaway!

It was a wonderful experience, the most beautiful place! Nice barbecue, walk and just relax. Friendly hospitality and would definitely recommend the place to anyone!

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Dear Mene,

Thank you for the wonderful feedback. So thrilled you will be returning.

See you soon.

Regards,
Sharon

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Shaun V - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Shaun V
With partner

Heerlike wegbreek wat eensaamheid bied met die ongerepte Karoo as jou voorstoep.

Uitstekende ligging, pragtige en netjiese eenhede. Uitstekende beligting ten spyte van moeilike ligging - goeie ingenieurswerk. Een kritiek was egter dat die gas uitgeput was by die Solitude en Tranquility storte (ten spyte dat daar volgens die inligtingsboek genoem was dat alles vooraf deurgekyk word). Miskien het die kampeerders die storte gebruik? Ons kon dus nie stort nie en dit was vrek koud! Maar vir ons gaan dit meer oor die ligging en die stilte as die comfort en dis juis dit wat bewaar moet word. Ek het met Jarred gepraat en gehoor jul oorweeg uitbreidings wat positiewe nuus is, solank die stilte en eensaamheid op van die plekkies bewaar word. Miskien kan twee van die enkelbedjies met 'n dubbelbed vervang word of alternatiewelik kan die sleeper coach reggemaak word vir die funksie as dubbelbed.

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A wonderful getaway that offers solitude with the pristine Karoo on your doorstep.

Excellent location, beautiful and neat units. Excellent lighting despite difficult location - good engineering. However, one criticism was that the guest was exhausted at the Solitude and Tranquility showers (despite the fact that according to the information book it was mentioned that everything is checked beforehand). Maybe the campers used the showers? So we couldn't shower and it was damn cold! But for us it's more about the location and the silence than the comfort and that's exactly what needs to be preserved. I spoke to Jarred and heard you are considering expansions which is positive news, as long as the quiet and solitude is preserved in some places. Perhaps two of the single beds can be replaced with a double bed or alternatively the sleeper coach can be fixed for the function as a double bed.

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Hi Shaun
Thank you for your feedback. I am not happy to hear the gas had been depleted. This should of course not happen. Please in future bring this to our attention immediately so you can enjoy a piping hot shower.

We are expanding but only with 2 extra cabins well spaced apart with different offerings with separate bedrooms so we have variety in terms of what we offer. We are expanding our activities to mountain bike single track and hiking with new trails.

So please visit again soon.
Sharon

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites
Pieter D - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter D
With partner

Wonderlike Karoo-vrede.

Sien die sterre.

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Wonderful Karoo peace.

See stars.

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Good day Pieter,

Thank you again for your support of Gecko Rock and for your kind feedback regarding our establishment. Please visit again soon.

Regards,
Sharon

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

Enchanting Karoo quiet and nature at its best.

Gecko Rock epitomises the future of Karoo ecotourism. If you're into hotel holidays, look elsewhere. Off the grid and eco-friendly, quiet and with vast expanses of pristine Karoo to revive the soul. There are beautiful routes (with lots of climbs through typical Karoo "koppies") on the farm to cycle, walk and do with a 4x4. Too much for one weekend - that's why we'll definitely be back. Cape Nature has set the trend with their eco-friendly accommodation, and Gecko Rock is clearly ahead of other private reserves in that respect. There's also promise of more single track mountain biking routes to come which is exciting. You can feel the city stress subsiding as you pass through the gates. Wonderful!

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Good day Marius,

Thank you so much for a wonderful review. It epitomises what we are trying to achieve at Gecko Rock. So thrilled you were able to experience it and of course, bless us by this amazing review putting it into words.

Hope to see you back soon.
Stay well,
Sharon Deal

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Johan D - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan D
With partner

'n Fantastiese rustige wegbreek om jou self te vind.

Dit was heerlik om weg van die dolle daaglikse gejaagdheid saam met my vrou, weer te recharge en perspektief oor die lewe te herwin.

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A fantastic, peaceful getaway to find yourself.

It was lovely to get away from the crazy daily rushed life with my wife, to recharge and regain perspective on life.

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Good day Johan,

I'm so thrilled to see you had a great experience at Gecko Rock. We appreciate your review and hope to see you back soon.

Regards,
Sharon

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites
Roxane G - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Roxane G
With partner

Rustigheid in die Karoo.

Ons het in Desemeber 2017 vinnig hierheen weggebreek. Rheebokskloof Cottage is lekker op sy eie en die stilte is wat ons nodif gehad het. Sterre was pragtig daar.

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Tranquility in the Karoo.

We quickly broke away here in December 2017. Rheebokskloof Cottage is nice on its own and the silence is what we needed. Stars were beautiful there.

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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response

Thank you for your wonderful review, Roxane, we appreciate your feedback. Hope to see you back soon.
Sharon

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

Rustig en kos vir jou siel! Hier kan jy letterlik jouself weer vind.

Enigeen wat die natuur liefhet sal hiervan hou. Hierdie is rustig met hoofletters. Pragtige plek en die vriendelikste mense.

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Rest and food for your soul! Here you can literally find yourself again.

Anyone who loves nature will love this. These are quiet capitalized. Beautiful place and the friendliest people.

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Hi Phyllis
Thank you ever so much for this wonderful review.
We really appreciate you taking time to support us this way.
Hope to see you back soon.
Take care
Sharon Deal
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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites
Ansie P - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Ansie P
With partner

Lieflike rustige omgewing om siel te verfris!

Die eienaars was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam om ons verblyf so aangenaam moontlik te maak. Die hut in die natuur was presies wat ons wou hê as 'n wegbreek van die stad. Heerlike staproetes om te verken en net te rus in die natuur.

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Lovely peaceful environment that is good for the soul.

The owners were very friendly and helpful in order to make our accommodation as pleasant as possible. The cabin in nature was exactly what we wanted for a break from the city. Lovely hiking trails to explore and just relax in nature.

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Hi Ansie

Thank you so much for this review. We appreciate the feedback. Hope to see you back at Gecko Rock soon.

Regards,

Sharon Deal
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