Hermitage Huisies
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Adri C - Oct 2024
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Dankie vir Nadia, familie, Daisy, Fritz en die diertjies. Ons sien julle weer.
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Thanks to Nadia, family, Daisy, Fritz and the animals. We see you again.
This was definitely head and shoulders the best ever. From the moment we walked in to the moment we walked out it was a fantastic stay and the right place for a 70th birthday celebration.
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Caroline L - Oct 2024
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Tranquil, peaceful, relaxing.
Robin Hayley M - Sep 2024
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An absolute tranquil getaway.
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Heerlik rustig.
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Wonderfully peaceful.
What a lovely place. Everything you need. And quietly among the horses.
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Jaco W - Aug 2024
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N nag weg uit die stad. Rustig en stil.
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A night away from the city. Calm and quiet.
One of the nicest visits in a farm environment. Very calm.
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Robert J - Aug 2024
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Rustig. Onspannend. Lekker.
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Restful. Relaxing. nice
Unbelievably beautiful place. We will definitely go again with our children and grandchildren.
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Shaun S - Aug 2024
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Cosy and relaxing.
Jacques V - Jul 2024
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Mooi plek, mooi area, lekker braaigeriewe en hot tub.
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Nice place, nice area, nice braai facilities and hot tub.
Was very nice yes. Well located and everything you need is there.
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Nicola W - Jun 2024
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Lovely!
Kelley R - Apr 2024
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Beyond satisfied!
Charmaine V - Feb 2024
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Onvergeetlike lekker rus naweek.
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Unforgettable nice rest weekend.
Great getaway weekend. Quiet and peaceful. Definitely 5 stars for everything!
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Angelique P - Feb 2024
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Lovely little cottages.
Zoë D - Feb 2024
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Excellent dog-friendly accommodation.
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Rustig, mooi, vredevol.
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Quiet, beautiful, peaceful.
It was very nice and peaceful, a beautiful place.
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Till B - Jan 2024
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Required.
Aletta H - Oct 2024
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Fantastiese.
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Fantastic.
I had a very nice stay.
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Landi V - Oct 2024
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Landelik, rustig, smaak na meer. Wou die hond saamvat.
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Rural, peaceful, taste for more. Wanted to take the dog with me.
It was a pleasant experience to be able to spend the night in such a peaceful rural and farm environment after a long journey. We also went for a walk and the dog made it totally worth it.
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Penny K - Sep 2024
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We enjoyed our stay.
Jaco L - Jul 2024
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Awesome tyd gehad.
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Had an awesome time.
Lovely place, very quiet area.
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Alicia L - Jan 2024
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Uitsonderlike moeite word gedoen om jou tydjie gerieflik en lekker te maak.
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Exceptional effort is made to make your time comfortable and enjoyable.
Lovely stay, easy check in and felt so welcome. The extra mile is certainly walked here to make your time enjoyable and worthwhile.
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Jurgen D - Jul 2024
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Kon heeltemal ontspan.
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Could totally relax.
Was wonderful and nice and quiet too.
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Sue H - Feb 2024
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Our stay was very comfortable.
Hermitage Huisies 's response
Hi Sue! Thank you for your most valuable feedback! We are working tirelessly and promise to keep our hand on everything. Can you let me know what could have been neater on the farm?
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Jenni V - Oct 2024
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Goed toegeruste huisie met oragtige uitsig op berge.
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Well-equipped cottage with magnificent view of mountains.
Well-equipped cottage with a beautiful view of the mountains.
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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2024
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Nice, clean, comfortable.
Very nice, thank you.
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Shante M - Dec 2023
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Highly recommended.
John And Peta G - Nov 2023
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Beautiful and peaceful.
Johan V - Oct 2023
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Uitstekende fassiliteite in 'n pragtige plaasomgewing binne 'n paar km van Swellendam.
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Excellent facilities in a beautiful farm setting within a few km of Swellendam.
Cottages are very neatly built and maintained. Beautiful farm setting and absolutely pet friendly. Excellent accessories in the cottages and a nice braai area on the stoep overlooking the mountains. Donkeys, sheep and horses roam around in enclosures. An excellent hostess to attend to needs. Would highly recommend the place.
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Dierbaar! Dankie vir die wonderlike terugvoer!!
Denereze K - Oct 2023
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Baie oulike plekkie. Ek het die rustigheid baie geniet.
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Very cute place. I really enjoyed the tranquility.
The cottages are well equipped with everything you would need. The animals around you are an extra treat for the children.
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Gert V - Oct 2023
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Lekker gebly!
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Nice stay!
Neat place with character. It is close enough, but also far enough from Swellendam.
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Michael R - Oct 2023
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Great place. Pet friendly.
Johanna S - Oct 2023
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Rustig.
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Restful.
Was a great weekend. If you like nature, this is perfect. All I would change is to stay longer. Lovely houses. I would definitely recommend them.
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Carmen V - Sep 2023
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Rustige veilige kuier. Pragtige berguitsig.
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Peaceful safe visit. Beautiful mountain view.
Our family of 6 had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the peaceful scenery. The house is small, but suitable for an overnight stay. We were allowed to stay together at short notice for a small extra charge.
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Daleen V - Sep 2023
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Rustige oornag-akkommodasie.
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Quiet overnight accommodation.
We only stayed one night. Our place was very comfortable and clean. We will definitely stop there again.
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Pierre L - Sep 2023
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Ons het die tyd geniet en lekker gerus.
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We enjoyed the time and rested well.
The unit had everything we needed. The Hot Tub is a winner. Thank you
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Johan M - Jul 2023
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Uitstekend.
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Outstanding.
We only stayed overnight on our trip but will definitely be back for a longer stay.
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Fazila H - Jul 2023
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It was a home away from home. The peace and serenity was amazing. It was beautiful and the service was amazing.
Roelf V - Jun 2023
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'n Baie gesellige, warm en keurige huisie. Ons het dadelik tuis gevoel!
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A very cosy, warm and exquisite house. We immediately felt at home!
Thanks to the fireplace, the cold rainy weather turned the house into a warm and cozy place. Excellent value for money. Will definitely visit again.
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Chantelle B - Jun 2023
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Lekker plaaskuier.
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Nice farm visit.
The house was fully equipped and tidy. Nice view, surrounded by nature and still close to town.
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Retha B - Apr 2023
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Heerlik rustig, Oros vir die siel.
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Wonderfully peaceful, Oros for the soul.
Lovely, peaceful getaway.
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James F - Mar 2023
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Very comfortable.
Willie M - Jan 2023
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Rustig, gemaklik, alles wat jy nodig het. Baie om te doen en te sien gedurende loadshedding.
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Quiet, comfortable, everything you need. Lots to do and see during loadshedding.
See stars.
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Francois P - Feb 2023
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Relaxing in nature with everything you need.
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Very pleasant.
Peter R - May 2023
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Quick stopover, so didn't really explore the area, but lovely huisie.
Charles M - Apr 2023
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Baie netjiese plek net buite Swellendam met plaasatmosfeer.
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Very neat place just outside Swellendam with a farm atmosphere.
The room was ready and well prepared upon our arrival. On a cold evening, the fireplace is a welcome addition that soon dissipated the chill. Neatly prepared and in accordance with the photos and description. Not equipped for beurtktag - the emergency light only lasts 30 minutes and there is only one. Overnight guests should rather bring extra battery lights themselves. There is no boiler for the gas stove and the geyser could only provide one shower of hot water. If this can be digested, staying during load shedding can be pleasant.
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Ons gaan hierdie maand klomp verbetering inbring sodat al die huisies goed toegerus is vir beurtkrag!
Hannelie S - Sep 2023
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Die kuier was rustig. Ons was in Swellendam vir my dogter se troue.
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The visit was peaceful. We were in Swellendam for my daughter's wedding.
The only problem I encountered was the fact that we couldn't invite friends (who were in the guest house in town) to come barbecue with us. I specifically chose self-catering because we would like to entertain friends. I only saw after my payment that you are not allowed to invite someone for coffee. I booked 2 cottages there, so I could see my daughter and future son-in-law the Thursday night before the wedding.
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Ag shame, Ek is seker as jy my gevra het of vriende kan oorkom vir ’n koffie sou ek ja gesê het. Jy het nie gevra nie. Ons moet maar kwaai wees met dagbesoekers, want as al 4 ons huisies se gaste ander mense nooi is die plaas te besig en stoor ons die rus en vrede, maar ek is altyd oop vir ’n spesiale versoek van ordentlike mense.
Mooi dag.
Michael V - Apr 2023
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Lekker in die vars lug.
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Nice in the fresh air.
You can hear your neighbors talking through the walls, which is not ideal. Our hot tub was on the front porch, and our neighbors had 3 day visitors so couldn't fully enjoy it as they barbequed and socialized late into the night. The unit is neat, but dirty. Found lots of spider nests inside, lampshades look like they haven't been cleaned in a long time and it's dusty inside. Some of the cutlery had old pieces of food on it so overall cleanliness was not too good. The shower does not drain and immediately pools. According to the advertisement, I understood that there was a hiking trail on the farm, but had to use a public road as 'hiking trail'. Overall it was nice but expected better from the ad description.
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Baie dankie vir jou volledige terugvoer. Dit help ons baie. Ek is jammer dat julle nie 100% tevrede was nie. Ons gaan 'n hot tub op aardvark se stoep aan die agterkant insit sodat dit heeltemal privaat is, en bure jou glad nie sal pla nie. Dis die eerste keer dat ek hoor van dagbesoekers. Ons laat glad nie dagbesoekers toe nie, so jou bure het vet kanse gevat omdat ek nie hier was nie. Jammer. Ons gaan aardvark oorverf en lekker deep clean. Seker maak daar is geen spinnerakke nie. Ons gaan ook gas geysers insit en nuwe twee plaat gas stofies. Ek gaan ook n battery stofsuier koop sodat ons kan stofsuig gedurende beurtkrag, want 'n besem vee storie is nie effektief nie. Die vuil eetgery is onvergeefbaar. Ek is so jammer daaroor, dalk het my dame nie alles behoorlik gewas en bekyk nie omdat dit lang naweek was en al 4 die huisies moes skoon kom binne 4 ure. Ek is baie baie jammer daaroor. Sal jy asb. laat weet waar daar staan van die hiking trail op die plaas? Dan sal ek seker maak dit word verander sodat dit nie misleidend is nie. Ek gaan ook seker maak dat die stort dreine deeglik skoon kom sodat dit ordentlik dreineer. Weereens jammer en baie dankie vir die terugvoer.
Vos P - Dec 2022
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Rustig, landelik, vriendelik - alles nodig was daar.
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Quiet, rural, friendly - everything needed was there.
Feel free to go there - nice walking/jogging/biking routes from there.
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Sandrine R - Nov 2022
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Very quiet place.
Adamarie M - Nov 2022
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Heerlik, rustig en ten volle toegeruste akkommodasie. Pragtige natuurskoon en ligging is uitstekend.
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Lovely, peaceful and fully equipped accommodation. Beautiful scenery and location is excellent.
Ideal overnight stop for us from East to West. Aardvark is fully equipped with everything and more. Good coffee, comfortable bed, hot water, LED light for load shedding and nice glasses for a drink. The attention to finer detail is exceptional - roses next to the bed and name on the door.
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Ruan T - Nov 2022
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Baie lekker, rustige plaaservaring, steeds naby die dorp en besienswaardighede.
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Very nice, peaceful farm experience, still close to town and attractions.
See stars.
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Lize D - Oct 2022
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We had a great stay and the hot tub was a winner!
Nadia B - Sep 2022
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Amazing views and our children enjoyed the animals.
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Heerlike plaaskuier naby die dorp.
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Lovely farm visit near the town.
We stayed here at Hermitage Huisies for the weekend for a wedding at Joubertsdal. It is clear that the River Cottage is actually, as Nadia explained, more suitable for a couple with children (on the sofa bed in the living area), but the sofa bed is just as comfortable as the bed and provided a great night's rest. All the necessary self-catering facilities are there, the view is beautiful and we walked from the cottage to the Swellendam dam on the first morning. The sink makes gurgling noises when the toilet is flushed and the shower doesn't drain very quickly, but it wasn't a problem at all - just something to watch out for. The WiFi also didn't want to connect, probably because of the terrible load shedding, but we didn't miss it terribly. If we had stayed longer and the weather allowed it, we would definitely have used the fireplace and the braai outside. Just a nice, cuddly, well-equipped unit in a nice setting. Recommended!
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Eleanor S - Sep 2022
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Moeite werd.
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Worth it.
Environment beautiful. Cottage very comfortable.
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Dashané C - Jul 2022
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Baie netjies en stil. Die plekkie is lekker ingerig met als wat jy nodig het vir 'n naweek.
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Very neat and quiet. The place is nicely furnished with everything you need for a weekend.
The "hot-pot" was the icing on the cake for us. We had a nice view of the pond and although the weekend was very cold, he made it feel like summer very quickly! The house is very nice and clean and has everything one would need. The owners were also very friendly and make you feel very trustworthy with their "honesty jar". I would definitely like to spend a weekend at the Hermitage Huisies again!
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Ilze L - Jul 2022
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Baie lekker!
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Very nice!
I highly recommend Hermitage Huisies, had a wonderful stay there. Thank you very much!
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Jan G - May 2022
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Comfortable and cosy.
David M - Apr 2022
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Comfortable and cosy in a beautiful location.
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Skoon en netjiese akkommodasie in 'n pragtige omgewing!
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Clean and tidy accommodation in a beautiful setting!
Good value for money. Bring carrots for the horses.
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Jinny P - Mar 2022
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Perfect place for a brief stay.
Gideon S - Jan 2022
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Puik.
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Great.
The cottage and location are fantastic. The detail of the hostess Nadia is great and communication very good. Favorite place by the mountains. You will definitely see me again. Thank you for a classy stay.
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Laurinda F - Dec 2022
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It was wonderful and super comfy.
Chantal H - Aug 2022
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Privaat en rustig.
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Private and peaceful.
We spent the night in River Cottage. Very quiet and peaceful. Really enjoyed the horses and countryside.
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Linda L - Feb 2022
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Beautiful uitsig.
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Beautiful view.
Thank you very much, we had a really nice stay. If neat and clean. Next time we will stay longer. Daisy also made us feel very welcome. You live in a beautiful place for sure.
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Martin G - Jan 2022
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Oorskat.
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Overestimated.
I personally think that the Hermitage Cottages are overrated especially considering that you have to pay R1050 per night for them. The pictures of the inside of the house are still exactly the same, but the outside is definitely not. This tells me that the equipment is probably easily between 7 and 10 years old. It was extremely hot, but the fans were working, but for some reason no wind was coming through. The garden was untidy and this contributed to our first impressions of the place. Little things like blunt scissors, diluted dish soap and hand soap in the bathroom are always a negative point.
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Mila T - Apr 2022
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A lovely stay.
Isolde M H - Apr 2022
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As loodgieter eers daar was!
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If only plumbing was there!
Bathroom - shower and sink blocked, as well as toilet. Kitchen drain leaking outside and full of funny little worms, due to dampness.
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Baie dankie dat jy my laat weet het! Ons het reeds gister en vandag al die dreine uitgesort en alles is 100! Weereens dankie!
Elsie C - Dec 2021
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Vredig, beeldskone natuur.
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Peaceful, picturesque nature.
On solo road trip, rest sought and found.
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Karo W - Dec 2021
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Excellent.
Gerswin H - Sep 2021
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Perfect location to escape the city life.
Dirk V - Sep 2021
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Wonderlike plaas, gasvrye mense en baie behulpsaam.
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Wonderful farm, hospitable people and very helpful.
Best bed you can sleep in. Wine, gin and braai wood all that you can buy extra to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Location of the farm is incredibly beautiful. Pool or Hotpot (Jacuzzi).
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Hilary D - Aug 2021
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Peaceful country break.
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Rustigheid.
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Calmness.
I've always wanted a horse or 2 on my "front porch"! Our little girl enjoyed the freedom, riding a bike, talking to the horses and rubbing them. She also made friends with the 2 friendly dogs on the farm. Light a fire and sit on the porch with your coffee in hand and eyes on the breathtaking mountain ranges. Breathe, shake off the hustle and bustle of life and just be! Old or young, this is soul food.
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Stephen S - Jun 2021
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Wel, ek gaan definitief weer terug soontoe.
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Well, I'm definitely going back there again.
Private. Safe and quiet.
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Susan P - May 2021
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Uitstekende diens, baie netjies en sal dit definitief weer besoek.
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Excellent service, very tidy and will definitely visit again.
Very well furnished, everything was perfect.
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Sune C - Feb 2021
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Baie lekker!
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Very nice!
The house is very nice clean and comfortable. Each cottage has a braai area and an equipped kitchen. The pool and lapa were a winner! Will definitely go back.
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Elzabeth V - Jan 2021
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Heerlike verblyf in die mooiste omgewing.
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Wonderful stay in the most beautiful surroundings.
We felt so at home and really appreciated the many extras - from the pretty flowers, the dog biscuits for the brats and more!
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Francois C - Jan 2021
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Fantasties, braai, swembad, kuier stoep, staproetes, netjies, skoon!
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Fantastic, barbecue, swimming pool, visit stoep, walking trails, neat, clean!
I can definitely recommend staying here. Friendly hostess and ideally located.
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Eugene W - Sep 2021
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Dit was fantasties. Rustige omgewing.
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It was fantastic. Quiet environment.
For a break to the silence, I would recommend it to anyone to go and clear your head.
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Corrie S - Sep 2021
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Rustig gekuier tussen die perde en die berge.
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Peaceful visit between the horses and the mountains.
Good service. Beautiful garden, surrounded by mountains. The berry farm next door makes for a nice outing.
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Sanli H - May 2021
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Pragtig, rustig, perfekte wegbreek.
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Beautiful, peaceful, perfect getaway.
It was our last weekend away alone before baby joined us. Beautiful, peaceful, perfect getaway. We will definitely come here again.
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Lethia S - Apr 2021
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Great value for money.
Jana V - Feb 2021
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Heerlike plaas atmosfeer. Heerlik gekuier.
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Lovely farm atmosphere. Had a great time.
Cottages are very well equipped and offer everything you could need, from insect repellent to board games etc. Little things that matter. If very neat. Staff very professional and friendly.
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Winnie S - Dec 2021
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Lovely farmstay, very close to town but far enough away.
Diane A - Nov 2021
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Clean, comfy and pleasant.
Paul B - May 2021
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Lekker blyplek.
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Nice place to stay.
It's a nice place to stay, with a farm atmosphere. The location is nice and close to Swellendam.
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Sonja C - Nov 2020
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Mooiste huisie en uitsig in Swellendam.
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Most beautiful house and view in Swellendam.
We stayed in Rose Cottage for 5 nights. The cottage is beautiful and although small, it is full of character and has everything we needed. It is well equipped and the beds are very comfortable. The view is incredible. We were welcomed with fresh roses and berries. Nadia is very friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful stay and would love to come back again. For a quiet place outside the town, I can highly recommend Hermitage cottages.
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Amy B - Nov 2020
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Tranquility, peace and open skies.
Francois P - Nov 2020
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Amazing stay and view.
Johanna M - Oct 2020
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Heerlike kuier op plaas met mooi berge as agtergrond. Ons het baie welkom gevoel in die goedtoegeruste kothuis.
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A wonderful visit on a farm with beautiful mountains as a background. We felt very welcome in the well-equipped cottage.
It's the little things that make a visit pleasant. Who wouldn't say thank you for homemade biscuits, good coffee/tea and some of the area's best wines? The Aardvark house is nice and cozy with everything you need. We had a lovely time on the veranda which offers views of the beautiful mountains and animals. Could also have a nice walk around the farm - it's quiet and peaceful.
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Stefna O - Aug 2020
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Rus vir die siel.
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Rest for the soul.
We had such a wonderful stay in the Rose house, right next to the pond, with the most beautiful view of the farm and mountains. Everything in the house is wonderfully equipped, it was very cold but the fireplace, small heaters and delicious bedding kept us warm. The surrounding area is so beautiful, we had a nice bike ride and came to the most beautiful dam. The Marloth Nature Reserve is also around the corner and the village is close should you need something at the shop. Will definitely visit again!
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Flynn N - Aug 2020
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Heerlik ontspan en bederf met flinke diens.
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Wonderfully relaxing and pampering with prompt service.
Nadia looks at every detail. Small and big, very special.
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Janina D - Aug 2020
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Rusplek met pragtige uitsig.
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Resting place with beautiful view.
We really enjoyed our break in the River Cottage! The house is furnished with everything you need and spotlessly clean. Checking in and out was easy and the service we received was always very friendly and hospitable. There are many places in the area to explore if you feel like it, but it's just as nice to stay quietly on the farm and enjoy the scenery. We hit cold weather and spent the evening cozying up in front of the fireplace and playing games.
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Karien C - Feb 2020
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Rus en vrede na 'n lang werksdag!
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Rest and peace after a long working day!
I was in Swellendam for work/business for the day. It was a long, exhausting day, but it was wonderful to be able to check into the cottage in the peaceful and beautiful surroundings. It was great to sit on the porch, enjoy a glass of wine, watch the sunset and just relax. Almost like a day's vacation captured in one evening. The cottage was very well equipped. There was everything (and more) I needed to prepare a quick meal. Everything is very well maintained, very clean with very comfortable sleeping place. It was almost a shame to have to hit the road back home so early the next morning to tackle the rest of the work week. I would love to go back for a nice relaxing weekend!
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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2020
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Lovely, missed the cleaning services especially the braai and the hearth.
Had a great rest.
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Willem D - Dec 2019
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Vriendelike mense, mooi ligging.
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Friendly people, nice location.
We had a nice stay with you. Rich in nature and very beautiful place.
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Andre H - Dec 2019
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Fantasties.
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Fantastic.
Excellent accommodation, well equipped, clean in a beautiful setting!
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Dalene V - Sep 2019
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Netjies, veilig, mooiste uitsig en baie rustig.
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Neat, safe and beautiful view.
Spent 7 nights here in the Rose Cottage. Had everything I needed and more. Best place to recharge your batteries. Hostess made the stay worthwhile and it's value for money.
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Berenice G - Jul 2019
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Lovely little house in a beautiful location!
Corinne De Wer D - Jun 2019
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Kon nie vir beter gevra het nie.
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Couldn't have asked for better.
Neat, close to everything, close to hiking trails, quiet. Everything one needs. Ten out of ten. We went for a walk at the Marloth Nature Reserve. Near Swellendam. I think it must be great to stay there in the summer with the pool close to the cottages.
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Lauren V - Mar 2019
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Netjies en skoon. Alles wat mens nodig het is daar!
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Neat and clean. Everything you need.
Houses are stunning. Peaceful area. Beautiful views. Just what we needed.
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Dominique L - Feb 2019
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Piece of heaven.
Andre C - Nov 2019
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Heerlik.
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Lovely.
Very nice stay in a quiet and safe environment with a real farm atmosphere.
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Lizanne B - Feb 2019
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Pragtige huisie op 'n stil plaas.
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Beautiful cottage on a quiet farm.
We had a great stay, thank you, Nadia.
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Zeldie V - Dec 2018
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Lekker plaasverblyf met 'n pragtige uitsig op die berge.
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Nice farm stay with a beautiful view of the mountains.
We had a great stay and it was neat. The children enjoyed the farm life and it was so nice to swim with the view of the mountains.
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Ai baie dankie liefste Zeldie
Carina S - Dec 2018
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Salig en rustig in die mooiste omgewing.
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Peaceful and tranquil in the most beautiful area.
We really enjoyed our stay in Swellendam and accommodation at Hermitage Huisies. The house was very clean and very well equipped. We also had access to braai facilities beneath the lapa. Will definitely go back. Thank you to the Zaaymans for your hospitality.
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Ai Carina
Jy is dierbaar. Baie dankie.
Surita R - May 2018
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Lieflike, rustige naweek in die ongelooflikste natuurskoon.
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Lovely, peaceful weekend in the most amazing scenery.
It is a very clean, comfortable cottage with the most beautiful surrounding scenery. We really felt rested after the weekend's stay.
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Rouxan L - Mar 2018
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Rustig en pragtige natuurskoon.
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Quiet and beautiful scenery.
Neat with all the necessary. The free wood and biscuits are much appreciated. Beautiful nature from the porch. Close to all amenities.
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Baie dankie Rouxan.
Danelle B - Jan 2018
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Lieflike plaaskothuisie.
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Lovely farm cottage.
Very neat and perfect for 3 adults and 2 small children (please note no bath but this was not a problem for us). Kitchen had everything we needed. Very nice view of the mountains, nice swimming pool and animals for the children to look at.
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Johanna Maria S - Oct 2018
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Heerlike stil plekkie met pragtige uitsig op bergreeks! Daar's mooi skoon swembad vir die dapperes!
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Lovely quiet place with a beautiful view of the mountain range! There is a nice and clean swimming pool for the brave!
Quiet and peaceful. Well equipped for two people, sunny veranda to sit and read. Cozy to sit there and grill. Close to beautiful hiking trails.
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Betsie S - Feb 2018
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Rustig! Mooi uitsig. Kos vir die siel.
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Peaceful! Stunning view. Soul-soothing.
Nice and peaceful. Neat and clean. We will be back.
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Baie dankie julle, ons waardeer die terugvoer!
Christi R - Jul 2018
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Rustig en pragtige natuurskoon.
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Quiet and beautiful scenery.
The cottages are perfectly located for a good break from the city rush. The house is well equipped and has everything you need.
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Gert K - Sep 2018
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Goeie wegbreek van die stad se lawaai.
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Good break from the city noise.
Hermitage Cottages are in a very idyllic getaway destination. Located near the beautiful mountains, with horses, wide open spaces, one can really escape the narrowness of the city. The constellation at night is also breathtaking.
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Suzette S - Apr 2018
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Rose Cottage is geskik net vir 2 persone.
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Rose Cottage is suitable for only 2 people.
There is only made provision for 2 adults and 2 children and not 4 adults. There is only seating for 2 people in the lounge and 2 on the veranda. 2 mattresses on the single bed are hard and very thin. The grass and garden on the premises were untidy and overgrown. The sponge at the basin was dirty and overused. Houses are closes to the highway - no safety for motors. No path to the swimming pool - it's between the overgrown grass.
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Hermitage Huisies 's response
Shoe Suzette.
Ons is so jammer dat Rose Cottage vir julle 4 dames so sleg was. Ons Rose Cottage kry omtrent net 5 ster terugvoer van ander gaste wat 4 of selfs meer volwassenes is. Weereens jammer dat dit vir julle so n teleurstelling was.
Hoop julle vind n ander ideale kuier plek.
Baie dankie vir die terugvoering.
Karien V - Dec 2017
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Heerlike, rustige atmosfeer.
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Lovely, peaceful atmosphere.
Very neat unit, the ground coffee beans and biscuits a bonus!
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Dankie Karien!
Naomi L - Nov 2017
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Stil en rustig.
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Quiet and peaceful.
Nice place, clean and tidy, beautiful view of the mountain, horses quietly grazing, guinea fowl crying in the distance. True farm atmosphere without being on a farm, but still outside of town. It started to rain the evening we stayed over and the waterfalls that formed in the mountains were of course a big bonus for me. One could see them sparkle through the mist.
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Baie dankie vir jou terugvoer Naomi!
Jack G - Oct 2017
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Ons baie geniet.
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We really enjoy.
Beautiful surroundings, beautiful!
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Nicole De Vries D - Jan 2017
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Beautiful natural surroundings in clean country air and comfortable accommodation.
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Thank you so much.
Tina F - Nov 2017
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'n Baie rustige omgewing.
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Very tranquil area.
We really enjoyed it. The swimming pool was a plus! Everything is neat and the bedding was simply the best.
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Dirk L - Sep 2017
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Goed geleë en ruim genoeg om almal met gemak te akkommodeer.
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Good location and spacious enough to accommodate everyone with ease.
Stayed in Rose Cottage which was spacious enough for all of us to have a good time together. Good location from which to participate in the Swellendam Park Run, you can almost walk there. Very close to the town and next to the berry farm, so we were able to buy food speedily without it feeling like a mission. Yet the location is such that you still feel far enough away from town.
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Baie, baie, dankie Dirk!
Sarette L - Apr 2017
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Presies wat ons gesoek het, rus en kalmte.
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Just what we were looking for, peace and calm.
We really enjoyed the stay. The house is well appointed and the nature is breathtaking. You would think you're in paradise. Owners immediately respondend to our requests. Will definitely stay there again. Thanks so much.
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Alta C - Feb 2017
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Heerlik!
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Lovely!
We had a lovely stay at Aardvark's Burrow. The area is beautiful and the house didn't come short of anything.
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Egan L - Aug 2017
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Fantastic destination for a peaceful break away.
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Thank you very much.
Olga M - May 2017
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Lekker gekuier!
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Enjoyed the visit!
Beautiful place in very pretty area. The peacefulness and natural beauty makes the visit worth it.
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Anonymous Guest - Sep 2017
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The peaceful nature clean environment was refreshing
The people on Swellendam are very friendly.
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Anonymous Guest - May 2017
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Was nice.
Hostess just very cold, her interpersonal relationship is not so good. Made us feel very out of place at times.
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Dennis G - Nov 2016
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A piece of paradise.
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A piece of paradise.
Wow, what a great place. We spent the night at River Cottage. It was wonderful to look at the horses and guinea-fowls in the area behind the house. We had a visit form a big frog in the early evening, but he didn't want to stay. The place is very neat and the facilities are excellent. The bed is very nice! It was our first visit to this part of the country and Carina and I will definitely visit again and stay at Hermitage Huisies. Thank you Nadia, your place is special!
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Dankie vir sulke wonderlike terugvoering!
Leanie J - Sep 2016
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Asemrowend.
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Breathtaking.
It was a wonderful feeling to experience the freshness of nature. Would love to go back again. The cottage was beautiful and terribly tidy. Thank you very much!
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Baie dankie!
Perti B - Aug 2016
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Heerlike atmosfeer.
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Great atmosphere.
The cottages are very neat and so much effort has been made, small things like roses that were next to the bed, biscuits in a small container that were filled every now and then and a braai was specially arranged for us so that we could sit at the front of the cottage could braai, my parents can't see well in the dark. I would definitely recommend these cottages. The Zaaymans are incredibly warm people. Thank you very much.
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Jacques V - Jul 2016
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Heerlik geslaap. Netjies. Rus en vrede.
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Lovely sleep. Neat. Peace and quiet.
Very nice accommodation. Everything neat and the place is safe.
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Hermitage Huisies 's response
Baie dankie Jacques! Julle is dierbaar.
Louise L - Jun 2016
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Pragtige omgewing, netjies, gasvry en als wat jy benodig.
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Beautiful environment, neat, hospitable and everything you need.
Owners friendly and hospitable. The accommodation and the equipment at our disposal far exceeded our expectations. Although self-catering, it felt like 5-star accommodation. lovely, we will definitely go there again and highly recommend to anyone who wants to enjoy the scenery and farm life.
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Dankie liefste louise!!
Amy W - Jun 2016
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Gasvryheid net die beste!
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The best hospitality!
Our time at Hermitage Huisies was just so nice. We enjoyed it a lot. It is just perfect!
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Wow liefste Amy, dankie!
Nelia D - Jul 2016
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Van die mooiste plekke waar ons al was!
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One of the most beautiful places we've been to!
Thanks for a wonderful overnight stay at Aardvark. Your warm reception, the pleasure of watching the sun's last rays against the Langeberg Mountains from our stoep with coffee and rusts and the sitting and daydreaming while a sausage is chatting to the coals recharged our batteries for the new term. We wish you well for the future of your establishment. There are very few places that can compete with your neat houses, lovely environment and reasonable price.
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Dankie Nelia! x
Godfied P - Jun 2016
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Puik en rustig.
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Excellent and peaceful.
Very peaceful. Enjoyed the stay. Will do it again!
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Jacobus L - Nov 2016
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Alle verwagtinge oortref. Beste waarde vir geld ooit!
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Exceeded all my expectations. Best value for your money!
Peaceful environment, horses in the surrounding camps were very special. Just a 5 minute drive from Swellendam. Filter coffee, rusks and wood were a pleasant surprise. Best value.
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Baie dankie! Ons hoop om julle weer te sien.
Arnaud M - Jun 2016
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Baie aangenaam.
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Very pleasant.
Here we experienced life on a farm with beautiful views of the mountain, the animals, etc. The braai on the open veranda will work very well during summer, but it might be a good idea to have shaded netting to roll down during winter to make it less exposed. Some braai tongs would also be nice. The bed and mattress, the duvet and the pillows all allowed for a good night's rest. The bathroom was very spacious with a big shower. In winter the couch and coffee table might work better inside rather than outside. The unit was very clean and neat. We really noticed that and Lucia said more than once: "I want to stay here again." The photo collection showing the history of the farm, especially the old black and white photos on the wall are very popular among tourists these days. A map of the surrounding area with walking trails, attractions and other activities would also be very popular. But one can see you went to a lot of trouble with the book.
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Baie dankie Arnaud!
Ek het nou 'n heerlike bankie met kussings binne gesit (so daar is ene binne en buite). Ook n klomp pamflette van staproetes en besienswaardighede in ons boek gesit. Die braai se tang hang teen die muur langs die rooster.
Duisend dankies vir julle raad en ondersteuning!
- Capacity: 15 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: Hermitage South Lane, Swellendam, 6740, Western Cape