Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites
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Eugene B - Apr 2024
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Mooiste uitsigte en alles is beskikbaar by ontvangs ook.
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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
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Well worth it, will be back for sure.
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Hi Cobus,
Thank you for your feedback. Pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Juanita S - Jan 2024
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Amazing!
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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
Sarah B - Jan 2024
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Private and tranquil stay.
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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
Michael S - Sep 2024
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Rustic with clean bathrooms. Stars are out of this world.
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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
Rentia B - Sep 2024
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Natuurliefhebber se droom.
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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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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
Anonymous Guest - Jan 2024
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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
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Fantasties lekker.
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Fantastically delicious.
Was really great. Quiet and peaceful.
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So pleased to receive this feedback Luzaan, we hope you will visit us again.
Tracey H - Dec 2023
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Great place to get away from it all.
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Thank you for this wonderful feedback, Tracey. Look forward to your return visit.
Sharon
Hennie C - Dec 2023
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Besondere ervaring.
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Particular experience.
Very nice. Quiet and peaceful, beautiful surroundings.
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Hi Hennie
Thank you for this wonderful feedback.
Hope to see you back soon.
Sharon
Portia G - Nov 2023
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Wow! We are planning to visit Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve again very soon.
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Portia, thank you for this incredible feedback. So thrilled you had a good stay with us. See you back soon.
Sharon
Jason L - Nov 2023
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Excellent.
Angelique D - Aug 2023
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Awesome.
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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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Wonderful feedback thank you, so thrilled you had a good stay. Hope to see you back soon.
Henry Murphy Theodore L - May 2023
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Oortref ons verwagtinge.
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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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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
Wiaan S - Apr 2023
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Was baie lekker gewees en beslis 'n baie mooi plek!
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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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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
Seth V - Feb 2023
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If you are looking for privacy and beauty - this is the place!
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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
Johanna Cornelia K - Nov 2023
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Baie mooi natuurskoon en gerieflike verblyf.
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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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The best of the colour in the veld is now over. Please visit us again.
John S - Apr 2023
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Fantastic.
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
Neelechia B - Jan 2023
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Unspoilt and isolated.
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Thank you for this wonderful feedback. We hope you will return soon.
Monique B - Oct 2022
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This is what relaxation means!
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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
Ben O - Sep 2022
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Pragtige omgewing, paar uitdagings.
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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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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.
Renate C - Dec 2022
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Beknop in die Karoo.
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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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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.
Francois D - Sep 2021
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Die perfekte plek om jou batterye te laai en tyd in die natuur te spandeer.
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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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Hi Francois
Thank you for this wonderful feedback. We so appreciate your support and love for Gecko Rock. See you back soon,
Sharon
Adrian K - Mar 2021
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Kamp met vriende en familie.
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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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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.
Riekie W - Dec 2020
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Rustige, basiese kamp met alles wat nodig 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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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.
Nadine S - Nov 2019
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Baie netjies en skoon.
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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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Thank you for your wonderful review Nadine, greatly appreciated.
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Sharon
Louise F - Jan 2019
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Was a great stay but needed ice on site!
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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
Patrick C - Dec 2019
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Warmly welcomed to what was the highlight of our camping tour.
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Hi Patrick,
Thank you for this incredible feedback. So thrilled to hear you had a great visit. Hope to see you back soon.
Sharon
Jeanne H - Nov 2019
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Peace for the soul in timeless Karoo.
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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
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Frik B - May 2019
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Totale rus vir siel.
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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
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Hemels.
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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.
Wayne G - Aug 2018
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Highly recommend this amazing place to stay.
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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
Li-mari L - Apr 2018
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Ongelooflik lekker.
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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
Mene E - Apr 2018
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Beste plek om te besoek vir stilte en romantiese wegbreek!
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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.
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Sharon
Shaun V - Aug 2018
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Heerlike wegbreek wat eensaamheid bied met die ongerepte Karoo as jou voorstoep.
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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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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve Campsites 's response
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
Pieter D - May 2017
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Wonderlike Karoo-vrede.
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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.
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Sharon
Marius B - Aug 2017
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Enchanting Karoo quiet and nature at its best.
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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
Johan D - Mar 2017
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'n Fantastiese rustige wegbreek om jou self te vind.
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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
Roxane G - Dec 2017
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Rustigheid in die Karoo.
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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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Thank you for your wonderful review, Roxane, we appreciate your feedback. Hope to see you back soon.
Sharon
Phyllis N - May 2016
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Rustig en kos vir jou siel! Hier kan jy letterlik jouself weer vind.
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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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Ansie P - Nov 2016
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Lieflike rustige omgewing om siel te verfris!
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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.
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Sharon Deal
Gecko Rock
- Capacity: 26 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve, Nougaspoort, 30 km from Touws River, 6880, Western Cape