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Hermitage Huisies

142 reviews
Self Catering

Review Summary

4.8 out of 5from 142 reviews for Hermitage Huisies
Cleanliness
4.8/5
Service
4.8/5
Location
4.8/5
Safety
4.8/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Zurayda B - Dec 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zurayda B
With partner

Excellent.

The host was not there, but she was available on WhatsApp for support. She was great. We felt looked after. Would recommend this place anytime. Great stay.

Kobus V - Dec 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kobus V
Family with teenagers

Baie rustig.

Dit was heerlik met 'n plaas atmosfeer.

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Very calm.

It was delicious with a farm atmosphere.

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Huimari Franken F - Dec 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Huimari Franken F
With partner

Rustig.

Het die verblyf baie geniet. Die stilte en net rustig wees was goed vir die siel.

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Restful.

Really enjoyed the stay. The silence and just being calm was good for the soul.

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Adri C - Oct 2024
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Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adri C

Dankie vir Nadia, familie, Daisy, Fritz en die diertjies. Ons sien julle weer.

Hierdie was beslis kop en skouers die beste ooit. Vandat ons ingestap het totdat ons uitgestap het, was dit 'n fantastiese kuier en die regte plek vir 'n 70ste verjaardagviering.

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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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Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Caroline L
Family with young children

Tranquil, peaceful, relaxing.

Beautiful tranquil setting with stunning views. Clean, well equipped cottage. Lovely hot tub and bath salts. Well recommended!

Robin Hayley M - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Robin Hayley M
Family with young children

An absolute tranquil getaway.

This place was absolutely beautiful, what a tranquil setting, the home overlooking the beautiful landscapes of the farm. The place was clean and neat, all fresh linen and well equipped with everything you might need for cooking / braaiing. I loved that the cottages were well spread, so you wouldn't even see your neighbours, it felt like heaven with the mountain landscapes and no disturbances from neighbours while you relax in the hot tub, taking it all in. You would expect a farm stay to have some funny smells and lots of flies, but we have not experienced the unpleasantness of funky smells or flies. I would 110% recommend this place.

Elzette K - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elzette K
Family with teenagers

Heerlik rustig.

Wat 'n lieflike plekkie. Alles wat jy nodig het. En rustig tussen die perde.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco W
With friends

N nag weg uit die stad. Rustig en stil.

Een van die lekkerste kuier in n plaasomgewing. Baie rustig.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Robert J
With partner

Rustig. Onspannend. Lekker.

Ongelooflike mooi plek. Ons sal beslis weer gaan met ons kinders en kleinkinders.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Shaun S
With partner

Cosy and relaxing.

As advertised. Very neat and well-kept with everything you would need for a relaxing getaway. Beautiful mountain views from the hot tub.

Jacques V - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacques V
With friends

Mooi plek, mooi area, lekker braaigeriewe en hot tub.

Was baie nice ja. Goed geleë en alles wat mens nodig het, is daar.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicola W
With partner

Lovely!

We had a lovely, peaceful stay. Saw a beautiful sunset from our stoep. It had everything we needed.

Kelley R - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kelley R
Family with young children

Beyond satisfied!

Fabulous stop over to the Garden Route. Beautiful farm, with very clean space with super comfortable bed with great quality linen. Amazing complimentary coffee and rusks were a nice way to start the morning with the family farm Labrador coming to say hi. Definitely a stay for next time.

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

Onvergeetlike lekker rus naweek.

Heerlike wegbreek naweek. Stil en rustig. Definitief 5 stêrre vir alles!

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Angelique P
With partner

Lovely little cottages.

Lovely little cottages on a spacious farm. We enjoyed the time out from the hustle and bustle, beautiful mountain views, and openness of the farm. The host was very attentive and helpful.

Zoë D - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zoë D

Excellent dog-friendly accommodation.

The hostess provided all the necessary information before arrival. The guest book had information galore, including nearby restaurants, activities, and a host of other useful information. The cottage was well-equipped, and a plus was water bowls provided for the pups. We had a wonderful walk to the dam, and my spaniel spent a lot of time swimming. We fed the 2 potbelly pigs and played with the donkey. The garden was a kaleidoscope of colours and well-maintained. If you're looking for a quiet place with your pups, then Hermitage Huisies is the place to be. It's peaceful and yet close enough to head to town for some great food and music.

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

Rustig, mooi, vredevol.

Dit was baie lekker rustig, 'n pragtige plek .

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Quiet, beautiful, peaceful.

It was very nice and peaceful, a beautiful place.

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

Required.

Amazing view, cool donkeys.

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

Fantastiese.

Ek het baie lekker gebly.

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Fantastic.

I had a very nice stay.

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Landi V - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Landi V
Family with teenagers

Landelik, rustig, smaak na meer. Wou die hond saamvat.

Dit was 'n aangename ervaring om in so rustige landelike en plaasomgewing te kon oornag na 'n lang reistog. Ons het ook gaan stap en die hond het dit deur en deur die moeite werd gemaak.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Penny K
With friends

We enjoyed our stay.

Very nice setting. Rooms are very clean.

Jaco L - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jaco L
Individual traveller

Awesome tyd gehad.

Heerlike plekkie, baie rustige area.

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Had an awesome time.

Lovely place, very quiet area.

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Alicia L - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Alicia L
Family with young children

Uitsonderlike moeite word gedoen om jou tydjie gerieflik en lekker te maak.

Heerlik gebly, maklik ingeboek en so welkom gevoel. Die ekstra myl word vir seker hier gestap om jou tydjie lekker en moeite werd 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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jurgen D
With friends

Kon heeltemal ontspan.

Was wonderlik gewees en lekker rustig ook.

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Could totally relax.

Was wonderful and nice and quiet too.

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

Our stay was very comfortable.

Unit was clean and we had everything we needed, including a plunge pot. The farm could have been neater and the vegetable garden did not have much to offer.

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?
Thank you!

Hermitage Huisies
Alexander V - Dec 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
1/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alexander V
With partner

Heerlik vakansie gevoel. Lekker likeur proeë by die bure.

Fantastiese plek, geweldige uitsig, alles is in die huisie wat ons nodig het. Ek kan dit baie aanbeveel.

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Great holiday feeling. Nice liqueur tasting at the neighbors.

Great place, great view, everything is in the cottage that we need. I can highly recommend it.

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Froukje P - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Froukje P
With partner

Rustig!

Ons het heel gemaklik gebly.

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Restful!

We had a very comfortable stay.

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

Goed toegeruste huisie met oragtige uitsig op berge.

Goed toegeruste huisie met pragtige 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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Nice, clean, comfortable.

Very nice, thank you.

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

Highly recommended.

This is a hidden gem, my husband and I had a blast. We will definitely visit again soon!

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

Beautiful and peaceful.

Just a delightful stop over on our way to Knysna. The cottage provided everything we needed in beautiful and peaceful surroundings. Would definitely stay again.

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

Uitstekende fassiliteite in 'n pragtige plaasomgewing binne 'n paar km van Swellendam.

Huisies is baie netjies gebou en in stand gehou. Pragtige plaasomgewing en absoluut troeteldiervriendelik. Uitstekende toebehore in die huisies en lekker braaiplek op die stoep wat oor die berge uitkyk. Donkies, skape en perde loop langs in kampe rond. 'n Uitstekende gasvrou om na behoeftes om te sien. Sal die plek sterk aanbeveel.

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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!!

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

Baie oulike plekkie. Ek het die rustigheid baie geniet.

Die huisies is goed toegerus met alles wat jy sou benodig. Die diere om jou is 'n ekstra bederf vir die kinders.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gert V
With partner

Lekker gebly!

Netjiese plekkie met karakter. Dit is naby genoeg, maar ook ver genoeg van Swellendam af.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michael R
With partner

Great place. Pet friendly.

Neat and tidy. Great location. Very accommodating and friendly. Thanks for the great stay.

Johanna S - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johanna S
Family with teenagers

Rustig.

Was 'n wonderlike naweek. Indien jy van die natuur hou, is dit perfek. Al wat ek sou wou verander, is om langer te bly. Lieflike huisies. Ek sal hulle definitief aanbeveel.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carmen V
Family with young children

Rustige veilige kuier. Pragtige berguitsig.

Ons gesin van 6 het heerlik gebly en die rustige natuurskoon geniet. Die huisie is klein, maar vir oorslaap sakpas. Ons is op kort kennisgewing toegelaat om saam te bly teen 'n geringe ekstra koste.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Daleen V
With partner

Rustige oornag-akkommodasie.

Ons het slegs een aand oorgeslaap. Ons plekkie was baie gemaklik en skoon. Ons sal definitief weer daar stop.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pierre L
With partner

Ons het die tyd geniet en lekker gerus.

Die eenheid het als gehad wat ons nodig gehad het. Die Hot Tub is 'n wenner. Dankie

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan M
With partner

Uitstekend.

Ons het net oornag op ons reis, maar sal beslis terugwees vir langer verblyf.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fazila H
With partner

It was a home away from home. The peace and serenity was amazing. It was beautiful and the service was amazing.

Nadia is a star. She is sweet and kind and always helpful. The place itself was beautiful and it had everything we needed. The view is spectacular.

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

'n Baie gesellige, warm en keurige huisie. Ons het dadelik tuis gevoel!

Danksy die kaggeltjie het die koue reënweer die huisie verander in 'n warm en knus plekkie. Uitstekende waarde vir geld. Sal dit gewis weer besoek.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chantelle B
With partner

Lekker plaaskuier.

Huisie was ten volle toegerus en netjies. Mooi uitsig, omring deur natuur en steeds naby aan die dorp.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Retha B
Family with teenagers

Heerlik rustig, Oros vir die siel.

Heerlik, rustige wegkomkans.

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Wonderfully peaceful, Oros for the soul.

Lovely, peaceful getaway.

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James F - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
James F
With partner

Very comfortable.

We loved the cottage and its surroundings and the hostess was charming.

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

Rustig, gemaklik, alles wat jy nodig het. Baie om te doen en te sien gedurende loadshedding.

Sien sterre.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois P
With partner

Relaxing in nature with everything you need.

Wake up in quiet surroundings, enjoy your freshly ground coffee while chatting to the horses. Pet the friendly dogs during the day and sleep in peace at night. Bugs were surprisingly few. Almost no mosquitos to mention - we mostly kept the lights off. The great little porch with braai and the swimming pool is kept neat and tidy. Water runs great in the lovely, large walk-in shower - everything just works well. We stayed in guinea fowl and loved it. Attention to detail, including a personal welcome message! Thank you for the lovely stay, Nadia!

Kyle R - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Kyle R
With partner

Very pleasant.

Loved the isolated location of River Cottage - suited us with our puppy.

Peter R - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Peter R
With partner

Quick stopover, so didn't really explore the area, but lovely huisie.

See stars.

Charles M - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Charles M
With partner

Baie netjiese plek net buite Swellendam met plaasatmosfeer.

Die kamer was gereed en goed voorberei met ons aankoms. Op 'n koue aand is die kaggel 'n welkome toevoeging wat gou die koue verdryf het. Netjies voorberei en in ooreenstemming met die foto's en beskrywing. Nie toegerus vir beurtktag nie - die noodliggie hou slegs 30 minute en daar is net een. Oorblygaste moet liewer self ekstra batteryligte saambring. Daar is nie 'n ketel vir die gasstoof nie en die geyser kon slegs een stort van warm water voorsien. Indien dit vergeter kan word, sal verblyf tydens beurtkrag aangenaam kan wees.

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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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Hi Charles!
Ons gaan hierdie maand klomp verbetering inbring sodat al die huisies goed toegerus is vir beurtkrag!

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

Die kuier was rustig. Ons was in Swellendam vir my dogter se troue.

Die enigste probleem wat ek ondervind het, was die feit dat ons nie vriende kon nooi (wat in die gastehuis in die dorp was) om by ons te kom braai nie. Ek het spesifiek self-catering gekies omdat ons graag sou vriende onthaal. Ek het eers na my betaling gesien dat jy nie iemand eers mag nooi vir koffie nie. Ek het 2 huisies daar bespreek, sodat ek my dogter en toekomstige skoonseun die Donderdagaand voor die troue kon sien.

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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.

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Michael V - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michael V
With partner

Lekker in die vars lug.

Jy kan jou bure hoor praat deur die mure, wat nie ideaal is nie. Ons hot tub was op die voorstoep, en ons bure het 3 dagbesoekers gehad so kon dit nie ten volle geniet nie aangesien hulle tot laat in die aand gebraai en kuier het. Die eenheid is netjies, maar vuil. Baie spinnekopnesse binne gekry, lampskerms lyk of dit baie lanklaas skoongemaak is en dit is stowwerig binne. Van die cutlery het ou stukke kos op gehad so skoonheid oor die algemeen was nie te goed nie. Die stort dreineer nie en dam dadelik op. Volgens die advertensie het ek verstaan daar is 'n hiking trail op die plaas, maar moes 'n publieke pad gebruik as 'hiking trail'. Oor die algemeen was dit lekker, maar het beter verwag volgens die advertensiebeskrywing.

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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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Hi Michael
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.

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

Rustig, landelik, vriendelik - alles nodig was daar.

Gaan gerus soontoe - mooi stap-/draf-/fietsroetes daarvandaan.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sandrine R
With partner

Very quiet place.

Very nice and friendly people.

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

Heerlik, rustig en ten volle toegeruste akkommodasie. Pragtige natuurskoon en ligging is uitstekend.

Ideale oornagplekkie vir ons vanaf Ooste na Weste. Aardvark is ten volle toegerus met alles en nog meer. Goeie koffie, gemaklike bed, warm water, LED-lig vir beurtkrag en mooi glase vir 'n drankie. Die aandag vir fyner detail is besonders - rose langs die bed en naam op die deur.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ruan T
Family with young children

Baie lekker, rustige plaaservaring, steeds naby die dorp en besienswaardighede.

Sien sterre.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lize D
Family with young children

We had a great stay and the hot tub was a winner!

The accommodation is neat, clean and well fitted out - we even had loads of board games to choose from. We had a great time and enjoyed the occasional visit from the two friendly labradors - Daisy and Petunia. My son enjoyed the pool and the hot tub was a real winner! Feeding the horses was also fun!

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

Amazing views and our children enjoyed the animals.

Our stay at in the River Cottage was absolutely lovely. The children enjoyed being so close to the animals and everything was in walking distance, such as the pool and park. The hostess provided all the needed information as well as Daisy, the canine hostess, who even escorted us on our walk to the berry picking farm next door. The house was fully kitted with everything we needed and clean. Thank you Nadia.

Adriette L - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adriette L
With friends

Heerlike plaaskuier naby die dorp.

Ons het vir 'n troue by Joubertsdal hier by Hermitage Huisies kom bly vir die naweek. Dit is duidelik dat die River Cottage eintlik, soos Nadia verduidelik het, meer geskik is vir 'n paartjie met kinders (op die slaapbank in die leefarea), maar die slaapbank is net so gemaklik soos die bed en het 'n heerlike nagrus besorg. Al die nodige selfsorggeriewe is daar, die uitsig is pragtig en ons het die eerste oggend van die kothuis af na die Swellendam-dam gestap. Die wasbak maak slukgeluide as die toilet getrek word en die stort dreineer nie baie vinnig nie, maar dit was allermins 'n probleem - net iets om na te kyk. Die WiFi wou ook, waarskynlik vanweë die vreeslike beurtkrag, die konnekteer nie, maar ons het dit nie vreeslik gekort nie. As ons langer gebly het en die weer dit toegelaat het sou ons beslis die kaggel en die braai buite gebruik het. Net 'n lekker, snoesige, goedtoegeruste eenheid in 'n mooi omgewing. Aan te bevole!

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eleanor S
With partner

Moeite werd.

Omgewing pragtig. Huisie baie gerieflik.

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Worth it.

Environment beautiful. Cottage very comfortable.

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

Baie netjies en stil. Die plekkie is lekker ingerig met als wat jy nodig het vir 'n naweek.

Die "hot-pot" was vir ons die kersie op die koek. Ons het 'n mooi uitsig van die dam gehad en alhoewel die naweek baie koud was, het hy dit baie vinnig laat voel soos somer! Die huisie is baie mooi skoon en het alles wat mens nodig sal hê. Die eienaars was ook baie vriendelik en laat mens baie betroubaar voel met hulle "honesty jar". Ek sal definitief weer 'n naweek by die Hermitage Huisies wil spandeer!

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ilze L
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker!

Ek beveel Hermitage Huisies hoog aan, heerlik daar gebly. Baie dankie!

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jan G
With partner

Comfortable and cosy.

Very clean and comfortable. Beautiful garden and it was great to see the horses.

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

Comfortable and cosy in a beautiful location.

We stayed in Aardvark's burrow and it was a lovely unit with comfortable and attractive furnishings and a small but well-equipped kitchen nook (induction hotplate, microwave, toaster, kettle and plenty of cooking utensils and crockery. ) There is a private patio undercover with a great built-in braai. The units are on a large property with a communal swimming pool and lapa area with a stunning mountain view. Hermitage Huisies is located on a quiet but well-maintained gravel road very near Marloth Nature Reserve with plenty of options for hikes, trail runs or mountain biking. Swellendam is a quaint and historic town and we attended a local market on Saturday morning for some great coffee and breakfast options. Overall, a super weekend breakaway. We would definitely stay again.

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

Skoon en netjiese akkommodasie in 'n pragtige omgewing!

Goeie waarde vir geld. Bring wortels saam vir die perde.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jinny P
With partner

Perfect place for a brief stay.

Very comfortable, clean and had everyrhing we needed.

Gideon S - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gideon S
With partner

Puik.

Die cottage en ligging is fantasties. Die detail van die gasvrou Nadia is puik en kommunikasie baie goed. Gunsteling plek by die berge. Julle sien my beslis weer. Dankie vir 'n deftige verblyf.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Laurinda F
With partner

It was wonderful and super comfy.

We had a wonderful stay. Loved the scenery, the dogs and the horses. The hot pot was also really awesome.

Chantal H - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Chantal H
With partner

Privaat en rustig.

Ons het in River Cottage oornag. Baie stil en rustig. Die perde en landelikheid baie geniet.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Linda L
With partner

Beautiful uitsig.

Baie dankie, ons het vreeslik lekker gebly. Als netjies en skoon. Volgende keer bly ons langer. Daisy het ons ook goed welkom laat voel. Julle bly vir seker in 'n beeldskone plek.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Martin G
With partner

Oorskat.

Ek dink persoonlik dat die Hermitage Huisies oorskat word veral in aggenome dat jy R1050 per nag daarvoor moet betaal. Die foto's van die binnekant van die huisie is nog presies dieselfde, maar die buitekant beslis nie. Dit vertel my dat die toerusting seker maklik tussen 7 en 10 jaar oud is. Dit was ontsaglik warm, maar die waaiers het gewerk, maar om een of ander rede kom geen wind deur nie. Die tuin was onnetjies en dit het bygedra tot ons eerste indrukke van die plek. Klein goedjies soos 'n stomp skêr, verdunde skottelgoedwasseep en handwasseep in die badkkamer, is altyd 'n negatiewe punt.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Mila T
With partner

A lovely stay.

A peaceful break away from the busy city life. The location is easily accessible.

Isolde M H - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Isolde M H
Family with teenagers

As loodgieter eers daar was!

Badkamer - stort en wasbak geblok, so ook toilet. Kombuisuitloop lek buite en vol snaakse klein wurms, weens vogtigheid.

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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!

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Elsie C - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elsie C
Individual traveller

Vredig, beeldskone natuur.

Op solo roadtrip, rus gesoek en gevind.

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Peaceful, picturesque nature.

On solo road trip, rest sought and found.

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Karo W - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karo W
Family with young children

Excellent.

Perfect location to reboot.

Gerswin H - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerswin H
Large group

Perfect location to escape the city life.

The peace and quiet that the farm offers is something on another level. We were greeted with great enthusiasm by Daisy. We stayed in the river cottage and was equipped with everything that we needed. I think the kids enjoyed the stay more then us. Would recommend this piece of heaven every day of the week. We will definitely be back again.

Dirk V - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dirk V

Wonderlike plaas, gasvrye mense en baie behulpsaam.

Lekkerste bed waarin jy kan slaap. Wyn, gin en braaihout alles wat jy ekstra kan koop om jou verblyf so gemaklik moontlik te maak. Ligging van die plaas is ongelooflik mooi. Swembad of Hotpot (Jacuzzi).

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hilary D
With friends

Peaceful country break.

We loved the peace and quiet and incredible mountain views from Rose Cottage. The hot tub is worth budgeting for (you rent it separately and get exclusive use). We slept really well thanks to the silence and darkness. The little cottage is absolutely charming - clean and tidy with everything you need for a country break - plus some delightful extras. We so appreciated the profiling of the excellent local wines and jams.

Beveley T - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Beveley T
Family with young children

Rustigheid.

Ek wou nog altyd 'n perd of 2 op my "voorstoep" hê! Ons dogtertjie het die vryheid geniet, fiets gery, met die perde gaan gesels en hulle gevryf. Sy het ook vriende gemaak met die 2 vriendelike honde op die plaas. Steek 'n vuurtjie aan en sit op die stoep met jou koffie in die hand en oë na die asemrowende bergreekse. Haal asem, skud af die gejaag van die lewe en wees net! Oud of jonk, hierdie is sielskos.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephen S
Family with young children

Wel, ek gaan definitief weer terug soontoe.

Privaat. Veilig en rustig.

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Well, I'm definitely going back there again.

Private. Safe and quiet.

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Susan P - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan P
With partner

Uitstekende diens, baie netjies en sal dit definitief weer besoek.

Baie goed ingerig, alles was perfek.

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Excellent service, very tidy and will definitely visit again.

Very well furnished, everything was perfect.

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Suné C - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Suné C
With friends

Baie lekker!

Die huisie is baie mooi skoon en gemaklik. Elke huisie het ’n braai-area en ’n toegeruste kombuis. Die swembad en lapa was ’n wenner! Sal beslis teruggaan.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elzabeth V
With partner

Heerlike verblyf in die mooiste omgewing.

Ons het so tuis gevoel en die baie ekstratjies baie waardeer - van die mooi blommetjies, die hondekoekies vir die brakke en meer!

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois C
With friends

Fantasties, braai, swembad, kuier stoep, staproetes, netjies, skoon!

Ek kan dit definitief aanbeveel om hier te kom oorbly. Vriendelike gasvrou en ideaal geleë.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Eugene W
Large group

Dit was fantasties. Rustige omgewing.

Vir ’n wegbreek na die stilte sal ek dit enigeen aanbeveel om te gaan en jou kop skoon te kry.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Corrie S
Family with young children

Rustig gekuier tussen die perde en die berge.

Goeie diens. Pragtige tuin, omring deur berge. Bessieplaas langsaan maak vir 'n lekker uitstappie.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sanli H
With partner

Pragtig, rustig, perfekte wegbreek.

Dit was ons laaste naweek alleen weg voordat ons baba by ons gesin aansluit. Pragtige, rustige, perfekte wegbreek! Ons kom beslis weer.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lethia S
With friends

Great value for money.

Lovely, personal notes on arrival. Coffee and tea was provided and lovely hand and body wash was great value for money. Peace surroundings.

Jana V - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Jana V
With partner

Heerlike plaas atmosfeer. Heerlik gekuier.

Huisies is baie goed toegerus en bied als wat jy nodig kan kry, tot insekweerder en bordspeletjies ens. Klein goedjies wat saakmaak. Als baie netjies. Personeel baie professioneel en vriendelik.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Winnie S
With partner

Lovely farmstay, very close to town but far enough away.

Had nice walks with my dogs. The farm also had a very friendly labrador, Daisy, who kept us company.

Diane A - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Diane A
With partner

Clean, comfy and pleasant.

Peaceful and quiet with nice little surprises awaiting the guests. Especially enjoyed the view of the mountains and the farm animals. Hiking trails and long walks would have been idyllic.

Paul B - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Paul B
Family with young children

Lekker blyplek.

Dis 'n lekker blyplek, met 'n plaasatmosfeer. Die ligging is lekker naby aan Swellendam.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sonja C
With friends

Mooiste huisie en uitsig in Swellendam.

Ons het in Rose Cottage gebly vir 5 nagte. Die kothuis is pragtig en al is dit klein, is dit vol karakter en het dit alles wat ons nodig gehad het. Dit is goed toegerus en die beddens is baie gemaklik. Die uitsig is ongelooflik. Ons was verwelkom met vars rose en bessies. Nadia is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Ons het heerlik gebly en kom graag weer terug. Vir 'n rustige plekkie buite die dorp, kan ek Hermitage huisies hoog aanbeveel.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Amy B

Tranquility, peace and open skies.

If you want tranquility and simplicity but quality this is the place. Wow. My sister and I stayed in the Aardvark Cottage. Every element was thought about. The beds are made for heavenly sleeps. Peace and quiet all around and lovely walks. We loved every minute.

Francois P - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois P
With partner

Amazing stay and view.

The Gin and meat is a must.

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

Heerlike kuier op plaas met mooi berge as agtergrond. Ons het baie welkom gevoel in die goedtoegeruste kothuis.

Dis die klein dingetjies wat 'n kuier aangenaam maak. Wie sal nou nie dankie-sê vir tuisgemaakte beskuit, lekker koffie/tee en van die omgewing se beste wyne nie? Die Aardvark huisie is lekker knus met alles wat mens benodig. Ons het heerlik gekuier op die stoepie wat uitsigte op die pragtige berge en diere bied. Kon ook lekker rond stap op die plaas - dis stil en rustig.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stefna O
With partner

Rus vir die siel.

Ons het so vreeslik lekker gebly in die Rose-huisie, reg langs die dammetjie, met die mooiste uitkyk op die plaas en berge. Alles in die huisie is heerlik toegerus, dit was vrek koud maar die kaggel, heatertjies en heerlike beddegoed het ons warm gehou. Die omliggende area is so mooi, ons het lekker fietsgery en by die mooiste dam uitgekom. Die Marloth Natuurreservaat is ook om die draai en dorpie is naby sou mens iets kort by die winkel. Sal beslis weer gaan kuier!

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Flynn N
Family with young children

Heerlik ontspan en bederf met flinke diens.

Nadia kyk na elke detail. Klein en groot, baie spesiaal.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Janina D
With partner

Rusplek met pragtige uitsig.

Ons het ons wegbreek in die River Cottage vreeslik geniet! Die huisie is ingerig met als wat jy nodig het en silwerskoon. Die inteken en uitteken was maklik en die diens wat ons ontvang het was altyd baie vriendelik en gasvry. Daar is baie plekke in die omgewing om te verken as jy daarna voel, maar dis net so lekker om rustig op die plaas te bly en die natuurskoon te geniet. Ons het koue weer getref en het saans gesellig voor die kaggel sit en speletjies speel.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Karien C
Individual traveller

Rus en vrede na 'n lang werksdag!

Ek was in Swellendam vir werk/besigheid vir die dag. Dit was 'n lang, uitputtende dag, maar dit was wonderlik om by die huisie te kon inklok in die rustige en mooi omgewing. Dit was wonderlik om op die stoep te sit, 'n glas wyn te geniet, die sonsondergang te beleef en net te ontspan. Amper soos 'n dag se verlof in een aand vasgevang. Die huisie was baie goed toegerus. Daar was alles (en meer) wat ek nodig gehad het om 'n vinnige ete voor te berei. Alles is baie goed onderhou, baie skoon met baie gemaklike slaapplek. Dit was amper jammer om so vroeg die volgende oggend weer die pad te moes vat terug huis toe om die res van die werksweek te takel. Ek sal baie graag wil terug gaan vir 'n lekker naweek se ontspan!

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Lovely, missed the cleaning services especially the braai and the hearth.

Had a great rest.

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Willem D - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willem D
With partner

Vriendelike mense, mooi ligging.

Ons het lekker by julle gebly. Natuurryk en baie mooi plek.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre H
Family with young children

Fantasties.

Uitstekende verblyf, goed toegerus, skoon in 'n pragtige omgewing!

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Fantastic.

Excellent accommodation, well equipped, clean in a beautiful setting!

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

Netjies, veilig, mooiste uitsig en baie rustig.

Het 7 nagte vertoef in die pragtige Rose Cottage. Huisie het alles wat nodig is en nog meer. Die beste plek om jou batterye te gaan herlaai. Gasvrou sien toe dat jou verblyf die moeite werd is. Waarde vir geld.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Berenice G
Family with young children

Lovely little house in a beautiful location!

Such a lovely place, very relaxing and amazing with the horses around. The cottage was perfectly clean, with everything we needed and more. We loved our stay and would definitely be back.

Corinne De Wer D - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Corinne De Wer D
With partner

Kon nie vir beter gevra het nie.

Netjies, naby alles, naby staproetes, stil. Alles wat 'n mens nodig het. Tien uit tien. Ons het by die Marloth Natuurreservaat gaan stap. Naby Swellendam. Ek dink dit moet wonderlik wees om in die somer daar te gaan bly met die swembad wat naby die huisies is.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lauren V
With partner

Netjies en skoon. Alles wat mens nodig het is daar!

Huisies is pragtig. Rustige omgewing. Beeldskone uitsigte. Net wat mens nodig het!

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dominique L
Family with young children

Piece of heaven.

A home away from home, kids can explore, swim and just be kids. We would recommend Hermitage Huisies for anyone looking for a relaxing weekend away.

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

Heerlik.

Baie lekker gebly in rustige en veilige omgewing, met regte plaas-atmosfeer.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Lizanne B
Family with young children

Pragtige huisie op 'n stil plaas.

Ons het lekker gebly, dankie, Nadia.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zeldie V
Family with young children

Lekker plaasverblyf met 'n pragtige uitsig op die berge.

Ons het baie lekker gebly en dit was netjies. Die kinders het die plaaslewe geniet en dit was so lekker om te swem met die 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

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Carina S - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carina S
With friends

Salig en rustig in die mooiste omgewing.

Ons het ons kuiertjie in Swellendam en verblyf in Hermitage Huisies terdeë geniet. Die huisie was silwerskoon en baie goed ingerig. Ons het ook toegang gehad tot braaifasiliteite onder die lapa. Ons sal beslis weer hier wil bly! Baie dankie aan die Zaaymans vir julle gasvryheid.

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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.

Hermitage Huisies
Surita R - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Surita R

Lieflike, rustige naweek in die ongelooflikste natuurskoon.

Dit is 'n baie skoon, gemaklike huisie met die mooiste omliggende natuurskoon. Ons het regtig uitgerus gevoel na die naweek se oorbly.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rouxan L
With partner

Rustig en pragtige natuurskoon.

Netjies met al die nodige. Die gratis hout en beskuit word baie waardeer. Pragtige natuur vanaf die stoep. Naby aan al die geriewe.

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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.

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Danelle B - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Danelle B
Family with young children

Lieflike plaaskothuisie.

Baie netjies en perfek vir 3 volwassenes en 2 klein kindertjies (let wel geen bad maar dit was nie vir ons 'n probleem). Kombuisie het als gehad wat ons benodig het. Baie mooi uitsig oor die berge, lekker swembad en diertjies vir die kinders om na te kyk.

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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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Annatjie T - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Annatjie T
With friends

Heerlike stil plekkie met pragtige uitsig op bergreeks! Daar's mooi skoon swembad vir die dapperes!

Stil en rustig. Goed toegerus vir twee mense, sonnige stoep om op te sit en lees. Gesellig om daar te sit en braai. Naby mooi staproetes.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Betsie S
With partner

Rustig! Mooi uitsig. Kos vir die siel.

Heerlik en rustig. Netjies en skoon. Sal weer gaan.

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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!

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Christi R - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Christi R
With partner

Rustig en pragtige natuurskoon.

Die huisies is perfek geleë vir 'n goeie wegbreek van die stadsgejaag. Huisie is goed toegerus en het alles in wat nodig is.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Gert K
Family with teenagers

Goeie wegbreek van die stad se lawaai.

Hermitage Huisies is in 'n baie idilliese wegbreekbestemming. Geleë naby die mooi berge, met perde, wye oop spasies, kan 'n mens werklik die beknoptheid van die stad ontvlug. Die sterrebeeld saans is ook asemrowend.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Suzette S
With friends

Rose Cottage is geskik net vir 2 persone.

Daar is voorsiening net vir 2 volwassenes en 2 kinders en nie vir 4 volwassenes nie. Daar is net sitplek vir 2 persone in sitkamer en 2 op die stoep. 2 matrasse op enkelbeddens is hard en baie dun. Die gras en tuin op die perseel was onnet en oorgroei. Die skuursponsie by die wasbak was vuil en oorgebruik. Huisies is baie na aan die hoofpad - geen veiligheid vir motors. Geen voetpaadjie na swembad - dit lê op die vlak tussen die oorgoeide gras.

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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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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.

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Karien V - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karien V
Family with young children

Heerlike, rustige atmosfeer.

Baie netjiese eenheid, die gemaalde koffiebone en beskuit 'n bonus!

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Lovely, peaceful atmosphere.

Very neat unit, the ground coffee beans and biscuits a bonus!

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Dankie Karien!

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

Stil en rustig.

Oulike plek, skoon en netjies, pragtige uitsig teen die berg, perde wat rustig wei, tarentale wat roep. Regte plaasatmosfeer sonder dat jy eintlik op 'n plaas is, maar tog is mens buite die dorp. Dit het heerlik begin reën die aand toe ons daar oorbly en die watervalle wat in die berge gevorm het was natuurlik vir my 'n groot bonus want tussen die mis deur kon mens van die watervalle aanskou.

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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!

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Jack G - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jack G
Family with teenagers

Ons baie geniet.

Prachtige ongeving, mooi!

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We really enjoy.

Beautiful surroundings, beautiful!

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Nicole De Vries D - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicole De Vries D
With friends

Beautiful natural surroundings in clean country air and comfortable accommodation.

We only stayed overnight but had a lovely stay. Our children enjoyed the natural beauty and interacting with the horses. Comfortable accommodation in well equipped cottages.

Hermitage Huisies 's response

Thank you so much.

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Tina F - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Tina F
With partner

'n Baie rustige omgewing.

Ons het dit baie geniet, die swembad is 'n pluspunt! Alles is netjies en die beddegoed was net die beste.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Dirk L
Family with teenagers

Goed geleë en ruim genoeg om almal met gemak te akkommodeer.

Het in Rose Cottage gebly wat ruim genoeg was om met gerief saam te kuier en ook te ontspan. Goed geleë om Swellendam Parkrun te gaan doen, 'n mens kan amper soontoe stap. Baie naby aan dorp en langs die Bessieplaas dus kon vinnig kos koop sonder om te voel ons gaan op 'n groot trek maar is tog so geleë dat voel asof ver van dorp is.

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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!

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Sarette L - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sarette L
With partner

Presies wat ons gesoek het, rus en kalmte.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Huis is baie goed ingerig en die natuur is asemrowend. 'n Mens sou glo jy is in die paradys. Eienaars het dadelik op ons versoeke gereageer. Sal beslis weer daar bly. Baie dankie.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Alta C
With partner

Heerlik!

Ons het baie lekker gebly in Aardvark's Burrow. Die omgewing is pragtig en in die huisie het niks kortgekom nie.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Egan L
With partner

Fantastic destination for a peaceful break away.

What an absolute pleasure it has been staying at River Cottage. We truly enjoyed every moment and found the place very comfortable, clean and well priced. I particularly enjoyed the wonderful scenery and just the peaceful location of the farm. We definitely already set our minds on returning soon. Keep up the amazing work!

Hermitage Huisies 's response

Thank you very much.

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Olga M - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Olga M
With partner

Lekker gekuier!

Pragtige plekkie in baie mooi omgewing. Die rustigheid en pragtige natuurskoon maak dit die moeite werd om hulle te besoek.

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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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Thank you very much.

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Anonymous Guest - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

The peaceful nature clean environment was refreshing

The people on Swellendam are very friendly.

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Anonymous Guest - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest

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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dennis G
With partner

A piece of paradise.

Wow, wat 'n great plek. Ons het in die River Cottage oornag. Dit was wonderlik om na die perde en tarentale te kyk in die area agter die huis. Vroegaand het ons besoek ontvang van 'n groot padda, maar hy wou nie kuier nie (miskien wou hy gaan opsit!). Die plekkie is baie netjies en die fasiliteite is uitstekend. Daai bed slaap lekker! Dit was ons eerste besoek aan hierdie deel van ons land en ek en Carina gaan beslis weer kom besoek aflê en wees verseker ons gaan by Hermitage Huisies tuisgaan. Baie dankie Nadia, julle plekkie is special!

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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!

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

Asemrowend.

Dit was 'n wonderlike gevoel om die varsheid van die natuur te ervaar. Sal graag weer wil teruggaan. Die cottage was mooi en verskriklik netjies. Baie dankie!

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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!

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Perti B - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Perti B

Heerlike atmosfeer.

Die huisies is baie netjies en daar is soveel moeite gedoen, klein dingetjies soos rose wat langs die bed was, beskuitjies in 'n houertjie wat kort-kort opgevul was en 'n braaier was spesiaal vir ons gereël sodat ons aan die voorkant van die huisie kon braai, my ouers kan nie lekker in die donker sien nie. Ek sal beslis hierdie huisies aanbeveel. Die Zaaymans is ongelooflike warm mense. Baie dankie.

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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
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacques V
With partner

Heerlik geslaap. Netjies. Rus en vrede.

Baie lekker verblyf. Alles netjies en die plek is veilig.

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Lovely sleep. Neat. Peace and quiet.

Very nice accommodation. Everything neat and the place is safe.

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Baie dankie Jacques! Julle is dierbaar.

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Louise L - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Louise L
Family with young children

Pragtige omgewing, netjies, gasvry en als wat jy benodig.

Eienaars vriendelik en gasvry. Die verblyf en die toebehore tot ons beskikking het ons verwagtinge by verre oortref. Alhoewel self-catering, het dit soos 5-ster akkommodasie gevoel. heerlik, ons gaan beslis weer soontoe en beveel sterk aan vir enigiemand wat die natuurskoon en plaaslewe wil geniet.

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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!!

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Amy W - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Amy W
With partner

Gasvryheid net die beste!

Ons tyd by Hermitage Huisies was net te lekker. Ons het dit baie geniet. Dis net perfek!

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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!

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

Van die mooiste plekke waar ons al was!

Dankie vir ons heerlike oorslaap in Aardvark. Jul hartlike ontvangs, die genot om met 'n koffie en beskuit die son se laaste strale teen die Langeberge (van ons stoep af) te bewonder en die sit en droom terwyl 'n worsie met die kole gesels, het ons batterye weer gelaai vir die nuwe kwartaal. Sterkte met jul onderneming. Daar is min plekke wat met jul netjiese huisies, lieflike omgewing en billike prys kan meeding.

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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

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Godfied P - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Godfied P
Individual traveller

Puik en rustig.

Baie rustig, het lekker gebly, sal dit weer doen!

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Excellent and peaceful.

Very peaceful. Enjoyed the stay. Will do it again!

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

Alle verwagtinge oortref. Beste waarde vir geld ooit!

Rustige omgewing, met perde in omliggende kampe was spesiaal. Net 5 min. se ry uit Swellendam. Filter koffie, beskuit & braaihout was 'n aangename bonus. Beste waarde!

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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.

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

Baie aangenaam.

Ons kon die gevoel ervaar om op `n plaas tuis te gaan met uitsigte op die pragtige berge, dierelewe om jou ensomeer. Die braai op die oop stoep sal in die somermaande baie goed werk alhoewel dit miskien `n goeie idee sal wees om gedurende die wintermaande afrolseile te kan hê vir `n binnebraai-effek. `n Tangetjie om die vleis op die rooster te kry en weer af te haal sal ook welkom wees. Die bed en matras saam met die duvet en kussings het gesorg vir heerlik slaap. Lekker ruim badkamer met groot stort. In die winter kan die bank en koffietafel moontlik beter werk binne as buite. Die eenheid was pragtig skoon en netjies wat dadelik opgeval het en Lucia het meer as een keer gesê: "Hier wil ek weer kom bly". `n Foto-samestelling wat die geskiedenis van die plaas weergee, veral ou swart en wit fotos, op die mure is deesdae baie gewild by toeriste. `n Kaart van die omgewing met staproetes, besienswaardighede en ander dinge om te doen wat strategies binne die eenheid geplaas is kan baie byval vind. Julle het wel baie moeite gedoen met die boek.

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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!

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