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Idle Winds

Self Catering

Review Summary

5 out of 5from 112 reviews for Idle Winds
Cleanliness
5.0/5
Service
5.0/5
Location
4.9/5
Safety
5.0/5
Value for money
5.0/5
Glinecia S - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Glinecia S
With partner

Cozy, welcomed, comfortable, peaceful.

It was incredibly peaceful, neat and comfortable, and we felt welcomed. Despite the rainy weather, the view was still amazing.

Helena W - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Helena W
With partner

It was comfortable, safe and pleasant.

Our hosts thought of everything to make our stay comfortable and pleasant. From extra snacks to citra soda in the bathroom. We fell short of nothing.

Idle Winds 's response

Thank you, we look forward to hosting you!

Idle Winds
Nico V - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nico V
With partner

Thank you Idle Winds for offering much more than what was advertised!

Idle Winds offers a safe, clean, and relaxing accommodation atmosphere. Much attention is given, even to the smallest detail, to ensure a welcome arrival as well as a comfortable stay. The braai and pool facilities are cleaned spotless daily. Your host is always available should you have any requests or need information about the surrounding areas. Load-shedding is not a problem!

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

It's just amazing especially Hansie and his lovely wife.

Where to begin! We've booked Idle Winds multiple times and our expectations were met above and beyond each time. We would definitely refer Idle Winds to anyone in need of accommodation or just to refresh to this amazing place! We'll be back soon.

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

Ideal stay in Gordon's Bay.

Very clean, with all amenities and totally lovingly equipped, large self-catering accommodation in the middle of Gordon's Bay. Although there are a few stairs to negotiate, a stay there is worthwhile especially because of the totally friendly hosts, who are always on hand with help and advice.

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

The minute I met Hansie (host) it feels like home away from home.

We enjoyed our time at Idle Winds very much.

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

Ons het die wegbreek geniet.

N goeie wegbreek, maar net jammer dat ons nie vooraf ingelig was oor werkers wat besig was om op die boonste vloer te werk. Was 'n groot steurnis in die oggende terwyl ons nog wou lê.

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We enjoyed the break.

A good break, but just a pity that we were not informed in advance about workers who were busy working on the upper floor. Was a big disturbance in the mornings while we still wanted to lie down.

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

Absolutely fabulous.

We had an excellent stay. This was our second stay at Idle Winds and we experienced the same 5-star treatment from our hosts. You can walk in, make a cup of coffee and start a braai immediately (if you have meat of course!). Everything is there from coffee, tea, sugar, bottled water to fire starters and briquettes! They spoil their guests with small welcome snacks like chocolates, biltong and biscuits - a real treat! As always, the accommodation is clean, neat and tidy and well decorated. The unit is also on inverter backup which provides lights and TV during load shedding. We will always go back to Idle Winds when we visit in Gordons Bay. Thanks for a lovely stay!

Trevor S - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Trevor S

Hansie is a great host, everything went smoothly.

Well appointed apartment, with lovely views and lots of nice, small touches.

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

Most relaxing stay.

Everything was as perfect as it seemed online. Hansie is the most thoughtful, gracious host. He provided us with all the information we needed and went way beyond to make our weekend comfortable and memorable. Thank you for the lovely snacks. The terrace was just perfect! Kitchen was compact and contained everything we needed, the bed was comfortable, bathroom and location is incredible. Thanks Hansie, and Idle Winds for a wonderful weekend! We will be back.

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

The place to be for a relaxing getaway.

Thank you, Hansie for the best getaway birthday experience. We had everything we needed and more. Will do this again any time.

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

Anniversary getaway.

As usual, great stay. There is no other place. People book this place you will not regret it. Clean, neat, great location, friendly hosts. This is such a gem of a place. My wife and I got engaged here and now we spent our first anniversary weekend here. Hansie, you are great. Thanks again.

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

100% 'n 5-ster-verblyf.

Baie dankie Hansie vir 'n warm verwelkoming. Als was netjies en in plek, kon nie vir beter vra nie. Daar was selfs eetgoetjies ook vir ons voorberei. Als was vir ons gegee ons het dit baie geniet, veral die stilte. Ek beveel Idle Winds vir enige iemand aan. Sal beslis weer gaan.

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100% a 5-star accommodation.

Thank you very much Hansie for a warm welcome. Als was neat and in place, couldn't ask for better. There were even snacks prepared for us as well. Als was given to us we really enjoyed it, especially the silence. I recommend Idle Winds to anyone. Will definitely go again.

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

Amazing and peaceful.

I and my husband did not expect what we found when we arrived, the meet and greet from the owners Hansie and his friendly wife. We were amazed by all the nice sweet stuff that was placed in the unit for us, not many people do that. I can go on and on, it is definitely a must return soon even if it is just for one night, just to get that feeling of listening and smelling the sea because where we live we are surrounded by mountains. Thank you, Hansie.

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

Our stay at Harbour Terrace was wonderful.

Very warm and thoughtful hosts who even provided us with snacks. The accommodation is clean, and neat and has all that you would need, even charcoal for your braai. The outside was beautiful and we loved having our morning coffee while watching the boats in the harbour. Would definitely recommend staying here!

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

Ons kuier was die beste.

Die verwelkoming was uitstekend, jy kan die warmte voel, dis netjies en rustig. Dis die beste wegbreek plekkie ooit, ek raaai Idle Winds aan vir enige person. Die diens is waarde vir jou geld. Dis wat een van ons beste vakansies ooit, die eienaar en sy vrou het die lieflikeste persoonlikheid en verwelkoming was die beste, ek sal weer terug keer na Idle Winds. Dis die beste wegbreek plekkie met die mooiste uitkyk, dankie vir 'n rustige, geseënde langnaweek.

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Our visit was the best.

The welcome was excellent, you can feel the warmth, it's neat and peaceful. It's the best getaway place ever, I recommend Idle Winds to any person. The service is value for money. It's one of our best holidays ever, the owner and his wife have the sweetest personality and welcome was the best, I will return to Idle Winds again. It's the best getaway spot with the most beautiful view, thank you for a peaceful, blessed long weekend.

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

Dit was baie ontspannend, net 'n jammerte die weer was so bietjie rainy, so ons het nie by swembad uitgekom nie, maar definitief sal ons weer gaan.

Ons het 'n ongelooflike lekker kuier gehad.

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It was very relaxing, just a pity the weather was a bit rainy, so we didn't get to the pool, but definitely we will go again.

We had an incredibly nice visit.

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

Warm welcome from host, apartment very clean, well-equipped, comfortable and convenient.

Paradise found by far the best self-catering apartment that I been to, clean, well equipped, 2 big screen TVs, DStv, Wi-Fi, tropical garden and full braai facility, gym overlooking Gordon's Bay harbour, will definitely recommend Idle Winds.

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

We had an amazing weekend at Idle Winds.

The host was very welcoming. I can't explain. People, you need to just book the place and find out for yourself, but with all my heart I can say you won't be disappointed. The view is stunning. The accommodation itself is stunning, neat and tidy.

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

Fantasties en pragtig toegerus.

Hierdie was 'n ondervinding soos min. Die lieflike wooneenheid met baie smaaklike binneversiering was voortreflik. Ons het die pragtige dek met sy uitsig baie geniet. Baie dankie vir al die spesiale verversings en die manier hoe dit bedien is. Beslis aan te beveel. Baie dankie ook vir jul gasvryheid. Dit was 'n belewenis.

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Fantastic and beautifully equipped.

This was an experience like few. The lovely apartment with very tasteful interior decoration was superb. We really enjoyed the beautiful deck with its view. Thank you very much for all the special refreshments and the way they were served. Definitely recommend. Thank you very much for your hospitality. It was an experience.

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

Opwindend.

Was een van die beste plekke om te besoek en sal beslis enige iets verruil om weer terug na Idle Winds te gaan. 'n Spesiale dankie aan Hansie vir sy gasvryheid en vriendelike persoonlikheid. Dit was regtig een vir die boeke.

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Exciting.

Was one of the best places to visit and would definitely trade anything to go back to Idle Winds again. A special thank you to Hansie for his hospitality and friendly personality. It really was one for the books.

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

Puik ontvangs, gasvryheid en ligging.

Rustige omgewing en netjiese, skoon en ruim verblyf.

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Great reception, hospitality and location.

Quiet surroundings and neat, clean and spacious accommodation.

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Elizabeth A - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elizabeth A
With partner

Heerlike privaatheid, net vir die hekke wat gesluit moes gehou word vir die kat.

Baie lekker gekuier. Die trappe is wel 'n uitdaging, veral as jy 60 jaar en ouer is, maar andersins baie lekker.

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Lovely privacy, only for the gates which had to be kept closed for the cat.

Had a great time. The stairs are a challenge, especially if you are 60 and over, but otherwise very nice.

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Melissa E - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Melissa E
Individual traveller

Rustig, privaat en baie gerieflik.

Ek het tuisgegaan in die Tuinterras. Dit is 'n lieflike ruim eenheid en baie privaat. Die privaat patio is lekker beskut teen die wind. Mens wil amper nêrens gaan nie en net heeltyd sommer daar en by die swembad kuier.

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Quiet, private and very comfortable.

I went home in the Garden Terrace. This is a lovely spacious unit and very private. The private patio is nicely sheltered from the wind. You almost don't want to go anywhere and just hang out there and by the pool all the time.

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

Kort verblyf op ons road trip.

Ons het vir 3 nagte bespreek, maar sou eintlik nog langer wou bly. Idle Winds is die bes toegeruste gastehuis waarin ons nog oorgebly het. Aandag is gegee aan elke moontlike dingetjie wat 'n mens gedurende jou verblyf kan nodig hê - te veel om op te noem! Vanselfsprekend is dit pynlik netjies, silwerskoon en 100% veilig, maar die ligging en uitsig en die eienaars se vriendelikheid en behulpsaamheid, maak dat ons beslis weer daar sal gaan kuier. 5 Sterre vir Idle Winds!

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Short stay on our road trip.

We booked for 3 nights but actually would have liked to stay longer. Idle Winds is the best equipped guest house we have stayed in yet. Attention has been given to every possible little thing one could need during their stay - too many to mention! It goes without saying that it is painfully neat, spotless and 100% safe, but the location and view and the owners' friendliness and helpfulness mean that we will definitely visit there again. 5 Stars for Idle Winds!

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Anlia V - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anlia V

Huislik en so bederf.

Tweede keer nou daar gebly. Sal weer en weer teruggaan. Hulle is regte bederf-mensies en dis so lekker privaat en mens voel sommer tuis. Dis my nuwe tuiste in Gordonsbaai van nou af. Baie dankie vir julle gasvryheid. Dit is so lekker by julle.

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Homely and so pampered.

Second time staying there now. Will go back again and again. They are real pampering people and it's so nice and private and you just feel at home. It's my new home in Gordons Bay from now on. Thank you very much for your hospitality. It's so nice with you.

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Carey-ann C - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carey-ann C
With partner

My naweek by Idle Winds was uit die boonste rakke.

Baie dankie vir goeie diens, vriendelikheid, netheid, veiligheid en pragtige kliëntediens. Ek sal enige een aan raai om gebruik te maak van Idle Winds. Weereens baie dankie vir ons lieflike naweek, ons gaan beslis gou weer sien.

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My weekend at Idle Winds was top notch.

Thank you very much for good service, friendliness, cleanliness, safety and beautiful customer service. I would advise anyone to use Idle Winds. Thank you very much again for our lovely weekend, we will definitely see you again soon.

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

Stunning.

What a beautiful town Gordon's Bay, our accommodation was out of this world. Hosts were very helpful.

Anthony R - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anthony R
With partner

Ek dink die sterretjies is te min om vir Idle Winds te kan beskryf.

Ek het nie woorde nie, alles is net perfek!

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I think the stars are too few to be able to describe Idle Winds.

I have no words, everything is just perfect!

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Sigrid V - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sigrid V

Fantastic.

Awesome place, owners are amazing, friendly and available. Thank you Hansie.

Leorina S - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leorina S
Individual traveller

Puik toegerus. Baie netjies en skoon.

Idle winds is netjies en skoon. Kry baie meer as die bedrag wat betaal word. Puik toegeruste wooneenheid. Baie veilig voel ten alle tye gerus oor jouself asook motor.

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Well equipped. Very neat and clean.

Idle winds are neat and clean. Get much more than the amount paid. Well equipped residential unit. Very safe at all times feel at ease about yourself as well as car.

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Gershon R - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gershon R
With partner

Warm and welcoming.

Hansie and his wife were exceptional hosts and very accommodating to say the least. Everything was on its place and readily available when required. Definitely a 5 star retreat and a home away from home. A highly recommendable place and the views and amenities spectacular. Thanks again to Hansie and his wife.

Anlia V - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anlia V

Als was skoon, netjies en fantasties.

Dit is beslis 'n goeie keuse. Ek sal beslis elke keer daar gaan bly as ek Kaap toe gaan. Dit is stil en rustig met 'n mooi uitsig. Die eienaars is so gaaf en besorgd. Hulle het ons bederf met heerlike snacks en daar is als wat nodig is vir selfsorg. Dis eenkant en privaat. Wat 'n lekker ervaring. Dankie julle.

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Als was clean, tidy and fantastic.

It is definitely a good choice. I will definitely stay there every time I go to the Cape. It is quiet and peaceful with a nice view. The owners are so kind and caring. They spoiled us with delicious snacks and there is everything you need for self-catering. It's aside and private. What a nice experience. Thank you guys.

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

More than expected!

Having our own place on TravelGround, we were totally surprised by the lengths Hansie went to make our stay memorable and comfortable. The place was spotless with many surprises like chocolates for bedtime etc. Privacy is brilliant as well. We can recommend it without hesitation!

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

Die plek is uitstekend met 'n pragtige uitsig oor die see. Die eenheid is perfek vir twee mense en is pratig in gerig vir 'n lekker naweek weg.

Persoonlik sal ek Idle Winds aan enige couple of getroude paartjie voorstel, dit is perfek.

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The place is excellent with a beautiful view of the sea. The unit is perfect for two people and is nicely set up for a nice weekend away.

Personally I would recommend Idle Winds to any couple or married couple, it's perfect.

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Marelize H - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marelize H
With partner

Was baie aangenaam.

Idle Winds het 'n goeie ligging. Het 'n klein verrassing ontvang toe ons inkom by die plek. Die eienaar was baie aangenaam. Hansie het ons baie welkom laat voel. Idle Winds sien my definitief weer.

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Was very pleasant.

Idle Winds has a good location. Received a little surprise when we entered the place. The owner was very pleasant. Hansie made us feel very welcome. Idle Winds definitely sees me again.

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

The views is very beautiful.

The place was so beautiful and we got a friendly service on arrival. Nice basket we got was so nice.

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

It's a beautiful place. Everything on the pictures is what you get. Clean, peaceful. I would really recommend Idle Winds to anyone. Can't wait to go again.

The owners are very friendly and the way they welcome you with warmth. They even give you some snacks, that was so nice. Thanks for the weekend guys, will definitely be back soon.

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

It was the best weekend away.

Wow, doesn't do the place justice it was so much more, our friendly host Hansie was awesome and made you feel welcome. It was everything that I was looking for a break away that I long for for a long time. It was so peaceful.

Chaney K - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chaney K
With partner

Absolute plesier. Baie meer as 5 sterre werd!

Ons het al vergeet hoeveel keer ons Idle Winds besoek het, maar dit bly steeds ons topkeuse, baie netjies en skoon met al die nodige geriewe om dit net soos huis te laat voel. Baie dankie!

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Absolute pleasure. Worth much more than 5 stars!

We've forgotten how many times we've visited Idle Winds, but it's still our top choice, very neat and clean with all the necessary amenities to make it feel just like home. Thank you very much!

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Dianne V - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dianne V
With partner

Wow! Our weekend was awesome! The garden cottage is beautiful, peaceful, neat and it felt so homely from the moment we arrived. Our weekend was too short, but we will be back for sure. Thanks to you, Hansie!

Hansie, thank you for your kind hospitality and attention to detail. Idle Winds (garden cottage) felt like our "sanctuary" for the weekend away from all the hustle and bustle of the Mother City. Thank you for your friendly and warm welcome, the gift pack and beautiful home away from home. You made our hearts and souls smile that much brighter.

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

Uitstekend.

Ons tweede keer wat ons daar kuier, baie lekker, eienaars is baie vriendelik soos altyd, was lekker om weer daar te wees, versnapperingbord is altyd die beste met die wit en rooiwyntjie by, sal weer daar bespreek, uitstekende plek. Mal daaroor.

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Outstanding.

Our second time visiting there, very nice, owners are very friendly as always, it was nice to be there again, snack board is always the best with the white and red wine, will book there again, excellent place. Crazy about it.

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Juanita R - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Juanita R
With partner

Best accommodation in Cape Town.

This was the best accommodation my partner and I have booked thus far. It was exactly as advertised and worth the price. We were warmly welcomed with a snack tray and each room/area had everything we needed and more. We highly recommend the gardens suite, the design and ornaments was beautifully matched with the finest attention to detail. Our only wish was that our stay was longer. Thank you Hansie and your wife for your extra effort in making our stay extra pleasant.

Wessel V - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wessel V
With friends

Gasvrye ontvangs, netjiese en goed ingerigte verblyf, waarde vir geld. Sal beslis weer gebruik.

Gasvrye ontvangs, netjiese en goed ingerigte verblyf, waarde vir geld. Sal beslis weer gebruik.

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Friendly reception, neat and well-furnished accommodation, value for money. Will definitely use again.

Friendly reception, neat and well-furnished accommodation, value for money. Will definitely use again.

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Lynsher V - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynsher V
With partner

Awesome stay again.

What a great place. We got engaged there and now came for another little breakaway just after our anniversary. Place is still as great as beforehand. Hansie is doing great. Already started making plans for early next year.

David T - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
David T
With partner

Excellent reception, very generous attitude, plenty of room incorporating everything one would need and perhaps have forgotten themselves.

We felt very private and secure, great restaurants and beaches nearby. Loverly entertaining/braai area, virtually five rooms, two large TV's, bath/shower/office, large bedroom and separate lounge, plus the fully equipped kitchen, off road, secure private parking. 1st class hosts.

Emma H - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Emma H
With friends

A relaxing and very enjoyable getaway.

Lovely accommodation with a gorgeous view, welcoming and accommodating owners. We really appreciated those little extra touches provided by the owners, like the welcome snacks and treats, and exercise towels provided in the gym.

Marianna M - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marianna M
With partner

Baie meer werd as 5 sterre! Ons is bederf!

Idle Winds het alles en nog veel meer wat jy ooit nodig sal hê! Baie fynere detail en 'n bederfie in elke vertrek. Baie dankie Hansie en Fienie. Seëninge.

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Worth much more than 5 stars! We are spoiled!

Idle Winds has everything and much more you will ever need! Much finer detail and a treat in every room. Thank you very much Hansie and Fienie. Blessings.

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Helena S - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Helena S
With partner

Hansie en Fienie, baie dankie vir julle moeite en gasvryheid.

Pragtige, gemaklike verblyf met alles wat ons moontlik kon benodig. Sal beslis weer by Idle Winds slaap.

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Hansie and Fienie, thank you very much for your effort and hospitality.

Beautiful, comfortable accommodation with everything we could possibly need. Will definitely stay at Idle Winds again.

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Chesslin M - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chesslin M
With partner

Beautiful place and wonderful view!

Very neat and tidy place.

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

Great, peaceful stay.

Was awesome, the owner was friendly, the place was nice and clean.

Marsha A - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marsha A
With partner

Beste naweek ooit.

Rustige atmosfeer. Vriendelike eienaars, mooiste uitsig, alles was net perfek. Dit was baie moeilik om die plek te verlaat.

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Best weekend ever.

Calm atmosphere. Friendly owners, most beautiful view, everything was just perfect. It was very difficult to leave the place.

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

Amazing!

The place is absolutely amazing.

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

Fantasties.

Baie vriendelike gasheer wat ons verwelkom het. Die plek was baie gerieflik en het aan alles voldoen ons het dit baie geniet en gaan beslis weer.

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Fantastic.

Very friendly host who welcomed us. The place was very comfortable and met everything we really enjoyed it and will definitely go again.

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

Alles in een pakkie, jy't niks anders nodig. Gemak, uitsig, veilig; asemrowende mooi uitsig inkluis.

'n Groot dankie vir die eienaar, kon nie vir beter by enige ander plek gekry het nie. Baie dankie, sal enige tyd terugkom.

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All in one package, you don't need anything else. Convenience, view, safe; breathtaking beautiful view included.

A big thank you to the owner, couldn't have found a better place anywhere. Thank you very much, will come back anytime.

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Diedre A - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Diedre A

Absoluut wonderlik!

Vanaf ons aankoms, tot met ons vertrek was ons soos koninklikes behandel. Netheid van die plekkie was baie opvallend, maar ons verassings- en verwelkomingspakkie het ons asem weggeslaan! Ek sal hierdie plekkie definitief aanbeveel as jy wil wegbreek van die stad se gewoel. Baie dankie weereens vir die lekker naweek.

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Absolutely wonderful!

From our arrival to our departure we were treated like royalty. Cleanliness of the place was very noticeable, but our cremation and welcome package took our breath away! I would definitely recommend this place if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Thank you very much again for the nice weekend.

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Abram J - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Abram J
With partner

Meer as net tevrede.

Eerste was ons meer as vriendelik verwelkom, toe ons binne die huis kom, snak ons na ons asems vir wat vir ons binne wag. Dit was ons herdenking en ons kon nie glo nie, want woorde kan dit nie beskryf nie. Meer as fantasties en romanties. Baie dankie Hennie 100/100, ek kom weer baie dankie.

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More than just satisfied.

First we were more than kindly welcomed, when we entered the house, we gasped for what awaited us inside. It was our anniversary and we couldn't believe because words can't describe it. More than fantastic and romantic. Thank you very much Hennie 100/100, I will come again thank you very much.

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Vanessa W - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Vanessa W
With friends

Breathtaking, fabulous, no words can describe Idle Winds.

Not our first stay in Gordon’s Bay but our first stay at Harbour Terrace. The self-catering accommodation is modern, very comfortable and extremely clean. The owners are super friendly and took much time and effort to ensure our stay was enjoyable. On arrival, we were met with bottles of red and white wine, a substantial pack of snacks and lots of attention to detail: candles and floral attributes. The facilities are great too – beautiful pool, private deck with stunning views, gym and in close proximity to the beach. Highly recommended. Had a wonderful stay!

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

Perfect.

Everything was perfect and clean, and a nice view.

Priscilla M - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Priscilla M
With partner

Fantastiese plek!

Beste plek ooit! Ideaal vir paartjies. Het ons omtrent geniet. Mooi uitsig en baie netjiese plek. Ons sal definitief weer bespreek. En ook vir vriende en familie daarvan sê.

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Fantastic place!

Best place ever! Ideal for couples. We pretty much enjoyed it. Nice view and very neat place. We will definitely book again. And also tell friends and family about it.

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Carey-ann C - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carey-ann C
With partner

Dit was die moeite werd vir my geld. Ek sal wek weer Idle Winds verkies.

Ek sal dit weer verkies by Idle Winds. Die vriendelikheid. Gasvryheid is 100%. Die netheid van die plekke was baie mooi. Dankie, sien binnekort.

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It was worth my money. I would prefer Idle Winds again.

I would prefer it again at Idle Winds. The kindness. Hospitality is 100%. The cleanliness of the places was very nice. Thanks, see you soon.

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Rudolf J - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rudolf J
On business

Baie lekker.

Dit was baie lekker lekker. Ek sal enige een aanbeveel om van Idle Winds se dienste gebruik te maak.

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Very nice.

It was very tasty. I would recommend anyone to use Idle Winds' services.

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Kelly B - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kelly B
With friends

Hospitality at its finest.

It was unbelievably amazing to be there. The services were amazing, the complimentary gifts were very kind, the house was super clean and beautiful, the views are spectacular! I would definitely book again.

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

Amazing and comfortable place

Great value for money with everything you need at your fingertips. This is a spacious place offering so much. Beautiful and very tastefully decorated. We had an awesome experience. Thank you to Hansie.

Gerida M - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerida M
Individual traveller

Uitstekende verblyf.

Hoe beskryf mens 'n plek wat perfek is. Van jy aankom en warm en hartlik deur Hansie en Fienie ontvang is, is daar die een verrassing op die ander: die lieflike weelderige, luukse woonstel met die pragtige meubels en dekor en bederfies oral, bakkies sjokolade, eetgoedjies, wyn, selfs die tafel is gedek, die hipnotiserende uitsig oor die see, die tropiese tuin met vissies en waterval en ander mooi goedjies, is Idle Winds 'n juweel wat jou oë, hart en siel streel. So, kom kyk en beleef self. Dankie Hansie en Fienie, dat ek in jul paradys kon bly. Ek kom weer.

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Excellent stay.

How does one describe a place that is perfect. From the moment you arrive and are warmly and heartily received by Hansie and Fienie, there is one surprise after another: the lovely opulent, luxurious apartment with the beautiful furniture and decor and treats everywhere, bowls of chocolate, snacks, wine, even the table is covered, the hypnotizing view of the sea, the tropical garden with fish and waterfall and other beautiful things, Idle Winds is a gem that soothes your eyes, heart and soul. So, come see and experience for yourself. Thank you Hansie and Fienie, that I could stay in your paradise. I'm coming again.

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

Idle Winds is an amazing place for a relaxing getaway.

It's so peaceful. The setup of the place is absolutely beautiful, I haven't been to a place that pays this much attention to keeping their customers happy. Everything about the place is amazing. Thank you Idle Winds for a great experience.

Linda M - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Linda M
With partner

Beautiful, safe and peaceful holiday apartment.

This was our second visit this year to Idle Winds, we enjoyed a wonderful Easter weekend at this stunning apartment. Apartment is fully equipped for self-catering with everything you can possibly need for a comfortable stay, neat and clean. Location is perfect with a beautiful view of Gordon's Bay harbour. As per our previous visit, we were again spoiled with a welcome snack platter on arrival. Hansie is the perfect host and made us feel so welcome. Idle Winds is definitely our first choice for a weekend-away in Gordons Bay and we look forward to our next visit.

Rodenza B - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rodenza B
With partner

Amazing, wow, absolutely wonderful stay.

Hansie and his wife they thought of everything, really would recommend Idle Winds to anyone that need a break away. I only can give them a 10 out of 10 for everything. Thanks and may God continue blessing you guys.

Monique M - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monique M
With partner

Dit was verfrissend, idealisties en fantastic.

Ek en my eggenoot was soos royalty ontvang, ons was deur die eienares die blyplek en ander ontspanningsgeriewe uitgewys. Ons is verwelkom met 'n snack and wine basket. Koffie, tee, suiker en melk was tot ons beskikking. Die twee dae wat ons daar vertoef het was uiters fantastic. Sal dit aan enige persoon aanbeveel wat 'n wegbreek soek.

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It was refreshing, idealistic and fantastic.

My husband and I were received like royalty, we were shown the accommodation and other recreational facilities by the landlady. We were welcomed with a snack and wine basket. Coffee, tea, sugar and milk were at our disposal. The two days we spent there were absolutely fantastic. Would recommend to anyone looking for a getaway.

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Kayla L - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kayla L
With partner

Dit was amazing.

Sal beslis weer gaan. Ons het dit baie geniet. Dankie oom Hansie vir die ongelooflike gasvryheid.

Johan B - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan B
With partner

6 ster verblyf.

Baie skoon en netjies. Smaakvol gemeubileerd. Absoluut alles wat 'n mens mag nodig hê vir 'n heerlike privaat en rustige verblyf selfs nie eers beurtkrag was 'n probleem nie. Hansie is 'n goeie gasheer en het ons welkom laat voel. Ons kan Idle Winds sterk aanbeveel regtig bogemiddelde verblyf. Ons gaan beslis weer daar kuier.

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6 star accommodation.

Very clean and tidy. Tastefully furnished. Absolutely everything one might need for a lovely private and peaceful stay even load shedding was not a problem. Hansie is a good host and made us feel welcome. We can highly recommend Idle Winds really above average stay. We will definitely visit there again.

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Marianna M - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marianna M
With partner

Very nice.

We enjoyed our stay there. The owner is very friendly and helpful.

Reagan V - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Reagan V
With partner

Fantasties plek, beslis ’n volgende keer. Beste wegbreek plek vir die stilte.

Die ervaring is onbeskryflik. Die foto's op die webblad wys nie alles nie - jy moet self die ervaring hê. Fantastiese plek en gaan besliks gou terug.

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Fantastic place, definitely a next time. Best getaway place for the silence.

The experience is indescribable. The pictures on the web page don't show everything - you have to have the experience yourself. Great place and definitely going back soon.

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

Beste ooit.

Die uitsig was pragtig . Die studio waarin ons gebly het was gerieflik en die lekkernye was n verassing Baie dankie tannie en oom Hansie wat ons soe tuis laat voel het.

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Best ever.

The view was beautiful. The studio we stayed in was comfortable and the treats were a surprise. Thank you very much auntie and uncle Hansie for making us feel so at home.

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Jody K - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jody K
With partner

Beslis 'n plek om iemand te vat wat jy wil beïndruk!

Ek en my man wil baie dankie sê aan Hansie, hy was fantasties. Net wat ons nodig had, was gegee aan ons sonder om twee keer te dink. Die plek is so skoon en netjies, pragtige view ons het van elke detail gehou en die snacks was 'n groot verassing het dit baie geniet. Sal definitief weer teruggaan, ons was so hartseer toe ons tyd om was. Sien binnekort Hansie.

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Definitely a place to take someone you want to impress!

My husband and I want to say a big thank you to Hansie, he was fantastic. Just what we needed was given to us without a second thought. The place is so clean and tidy, beautiful view we liked every detail and the snacks were a great surprise enjoyed it a lot. Will definitely go back again, we were so sad when our time was up. See you soon Hansie.

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

Rustig en lekker.

Die ligging is perfek en Hansie se kliëntediens is van die bestes.

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Quiet and nice.

The location is perfect and Hansie's customer service is one of the best.

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

Dit was uitstekend.

Ons was baie excited om daar te wees. Ons het n welkomplatter gekry en wyn ook. Uitstekende plek om te book, als is daar wat jy nodig het tot speserye en 'n haardroër. Kan altyd vir Oom Hansie en Tannie Fienie vir iets gevra het, hulle is baie vriendelik. Sal beslis weer daar bespreek.

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It was excellent.

We were very excited to be there. We got a welcome platter and wine too. Excellent place to book if all you need is spices and a hair dryer. Can always ask Oom Hansie and Tannie Fienie for something, they are very friendly. Will definitely book there again.

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

Peaceful and private.

I stayed at Idle Winds for a month working remotely during lockdown. The apartment is extremely clean, very quite and very private with access to a beautiful pool area. The owners go above and beyond to make you feel at home and have left me with a very nice welcome gift set. There is good fibre internet and aircon. Will definitely stay there again and would recommend this place to anyone!

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

Wonderlike plek.

My beste rustyd vir altyd weer kom.

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Wonderful place.

My best break ever comes again.

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Linda M - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Linda M
With partner

Luxurious self-catering apartment, spectacular sea view.

We enjoyed our stay at Idle Winds tremendously. Apartment is fully equipped for self-catering with everything you can possibly need for a comfortable stay, luxurious neat and clean, spectacular view of Gordon's Bay seafront. We were spoiled with a welcome snack platter on arrival. Our host, Hansie, is very friendly and made us feel so welcome. We are looking forward to our next visit to Idle Winds.

Chaney K - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chaney K
With partner

Fantastic.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Peaceful, fantastic. We really enjoyed our stay. As this was our third time at Idle winds and definitely not our last!The place was very clean. The surroundings of the place were so calming and peaceful. We would recommend this place to anyone!

Madelein B - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Madelein B
With friends

Amazing hosts and everything we needed was there. Would certainly recommend it. Great value for money and will definitely visit again.

The self catering unit is fully furnished with everything that you need and more. We were surprised with the nice treats and all the additional add-ons that was not expected. The owners made us feel so welcome. They were very helpful and accommodating. The place is super neat and clean and well recommendable.

Arrie N - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Arrie N
With partner

Pragtige plek en wonderlike gasheer! Hul het ons baie bederf!

Pragtige plek en wonderlike gasheer! Hul het ons baie bederf! Enigste negatiewe aspek is die baie en styl trappe veral na die Harbour Studio toe. Ek voel jul moet dit dalk noem in jul opsomming van die plek, dit kan dalk vir ouer mense of iemand met swak knieë 'n probleem wees

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Beautiful place and great host! They spoiled us a lot!

Beautiful place and great host! They spoiled us a lot! Only negative aspect is the many and style stairs especially to the Harbor Studio. I feel you should maybe mention it in your summary of the place, it might be a problem for older people or someone with weak knees

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

It was awesome.

We will definitely choose this place again. It was a mind blowing 2 days. Thank you Hansie.

Johan B - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan B
With partner

Heerlike verblyf naby die see in rustige omgewing.

Dit was ons 2de keer by Idle Winds. Die woonstel is baie netjies en daar is als wat jy kan dink om nodig te hê. Die stoep met 'n uitsig oor die hawe is 'n groot bonus. Dit is privaat en baie rustig. Ons voel so bederf as ons daar gekuier het. Ons sal weer en weer teruggaan. Hansie en Fienie is baie aangename en vriendelike mense.

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Lovely accommodation near the sea in peaceful surroundings.

This was our 2nd time at Idle Winds. The apartment is very neat and there is everything you can think of to need. The veranda with a view of the harbor is a big bonus. It is private and very peaceful. We feel so spoiled when we visited there. We will go back again and again. Hansie and Fienie are very pleasant and friendly people.

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Karin E - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin E
With partner

Great place to stay, would recommend.

Lovely and clean accommodation with everything you need. The host definitely went above and beyond to make sure our stay was a pleasant one. We would recommend Harbor Terrace to anyone and would gladly stay there again.

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

Absolute plesier van aankoms tot vertrek.

'n Heerlike kuier wat meer spesiaal gemaak was deur die gasheer wat ons vriendelik en omvattend alles gewys het. Die fokus op detail is wonderlik en jou gemak word oral in ag geneem - van die kombersies op die stoepbankie, tot by die wye verskeidenheid speserye in die kas. Sal beslis weer daar gaan bly!

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Absolute pleasure from arrival to departure.

A wonderful visit that was made more special by the host who kindly and comprehensively showed us everything. The focus on detail is wonderful and your comfort is taken into account everywhere - from the blankets on the patio bench, to the wide selection of spices in the cupboard. Will definitely stay there again!

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Johan D - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan D
With partner

Excellent.

Every need catered for.

Marlene W - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Marlene W
With partner

Very much enjoyed my weekend at Idle Winds.

Hansie and his wife were by far the best hosts, I really felt at home. It was a lovely weekend!

Elize W - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elize W
Individual traveller

Perfect.

Beautiful, clean, friendly. Absolutely perfect.

Harold D - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Harold D
With partner

Place was wonderful, clean, classy, comfortable, great value for money, will be back.

A great place to relax and take life slow.

Wilna W - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wilna W
With partner

Uitmuntende 10-ster-blyplek, fantastiese uitsig, ongelooflike gasvryheid.

Hansie en Fienie het uit hul pad gegaan om ons verblyf super te maak. Die blyplek is uiters smaakvol en baie luuks. Fyn detail en afronding, maak dit 'n onvergeetlike ervaring. Alles wat mens mag nodig hê, is daar. Hul het selfs aan die kleinste dingetjies gedink, soos 'n noodhulpsakkie, gare en naalde, 'n haardroër, speserye, 'n fantastiese verwelkomingspakket met verversings, wyn en ook melk en water in die yskas. Sulke gasvryheid, en soveel ekstras is ongekend, maar so ongelooflik lekker. Idle Winds sal ons beslis weer sien! Wel gedaan Hansie en Fienie - julle is absoluut super!

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Excellent 10 star accommodation, fantastic view, incredible hospitality.

Hansie and Fienie went out of their way to make our stay super. The accommodation is extremely tasteful and very luxurious. Fine detail and finishing, make it an unforgettable experience. Everything one might need is there. They even thought of the smallest things, such as a first aid kit, yarn and needles, a hairdryer, spices, a fantastic welcome pack with refreshments, wine and also milk and water in the fridge. Such hospitality, and so many extras is unprecedented, but so incredibly nice. Idle Winds will definitely see us again! Well done Hansie and Fienie - you are absolutely super!

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Carmen B - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carmen B
With partner

Die eienaars was gasvry en ons dadelik tuis laat voel.

Alles was baie gerieflik en netjies. Die eienaars was baie gasvry en ons tuis laat voel. Ek sal definitief weer daar bespreek.

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The owners were hospitable and immediately made us feel at home.

Everything was very comfortable and tidy. The owners were very hospitable and made us feel at home. I will definitely book there again.

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Geraldine H - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Geraldine H
With partner

Absolutely freaken awesome.

My partner Seton and I were welcomed by Hansie (owner) upon our arrival. It was really refreshing to see the place we booked was exactly as the online pictures if not better. Not even the rainy weather could put a damper on weekend. We enjoyed our stay to the fullest, the place was warm and inviting, fresh smelling and beautifully furnished and the best part: complimentary snacks and wine was the cherry on top! The owners Hansie and Finni are friendly with awesome personalities to match. We definitely coming back.

Cornelius C - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cornelius C
With partner

Seldsame gasvryheid, hoogste gehalte

Hansie laat jou soos ou vriende voel, die bly plek is met sorg voor berei en jy kom niks kort nie. Sal beslis weer vesoek

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Rare hospitality, highest quality

Hansie makes you feel like old friends, the happy place is prepared with care and you don't lack anything. Will definitely look again

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Mischke W - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mischke W
With partner

Puik diens!

Enige een wat in die toekoms hier wil bespreek sal nie spyt wees nie. Baie goeie waarde vir geld, ongelooflike diens vanaf Hansie. Alles is puik!

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Great service!

Anyone who wants to book here in the future will not regret it. Very good value for money, amazing service from Hansie. Everything is great!

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Jeanre B - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jeanre B
With partner

Moet nie gemis word nie.

Na ek by 'n sogenaamde 4-ster-hotel was gaan die plek definitief 10-ster moet wees. Perfek vir 'n paartjie om weg te breek. Netjies, baie goed ingerig, gone the extra mile. Hoop ek kry gou weer kans om daar verby te gaan.

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Not to be missed.

After staying at a so-called 4-star hotel, the place must definitely be 10-star. Perfect for a couple's getaway. Neat, very well furnished, gone the extra mile. Hope I get a chance to go there again soon.

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Marius V - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marius V
Family with teenagers

Die mooiste sonsondergang in Gordonsbaai.

Oom Hansie was baie vriendelik en het ons sommer baie vinnig tuis laat voel. Dit was baie mooi en netjies skoon, met die mooiste uitsig oor Gordonsbaai. Baie dankie vir 'n wonderlike ondervinding. Julle is spesiaal. Daarom sal ek Idle Winds aan enige iemand aanbeveel.

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The most beautiful sunset in Gordons Bay.

Uncle Hansie was very friendly and made us feel at home very quickly. It was very nice and clean, with the most beautiful view over Gordons Bay. Thank you very much for a wonderful experience. You are special. That's why I would recommend Idle Winds to anyone.

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Chante R - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chante R
With partner

Verwelkomend en vriendelik.

Hansie en Fienie is baie vriendelik en ons was verwelkom met ope arms. Die plek was presies soos op die foto's.

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Welcoming and friendly.

Hansie and Fienie are very friendly and we were welcomed with open arms. The place was exactly as in the pictures.

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Johann E - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johann E
With partner

Last weekend was our second time at Idle Winds. Idle Winds is a spectacular place, the owners are warm and friendly. Always welcome us like we are family.

They always make our stay as comfortable as possible. To rate the place and the owners 5 stars is much too little. They deserve a 11 out of 10 for everything they do to make your stay fabulous. We would go there over and over again.

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

Most amazing place with the most hospitable hosts!

From booking the accommodation to handing back the keys to Hansie and Fienie, it has been the most pleasurable experience. Not only do they provide everything to make your stay as comfortable as possible, but they also go beyond duty to ensure all your needs have been taken care off. It is surely a home-away-from-home stay. Upon arrival you are spoiled with the nicest welcome snack platter and will find even the smallest attention to detail like a sewing kit, first-aid kit and insect repellent (just to name a few things) to be in the unit. They provide a daily cleaning service as well as a laundry service. The unit has the most beautiful views of the harbour and the ocean, which can be enjoyed while having a braai on the patio. Hansie and Fienie are the most friendly and thoughtful hosts who have a passion for what they do and will go the extra mile to ensure that you experience the best stay ever! We give Idle Winds 5 stars and will most definitely go back for a genuine awesome holiday.

Reinata T - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Reinata T
With partner

Fantastiese diens, pragtige omgewing en keurige, ruim en gerieflike blyplek.

Ons het heerlik gebly en die enigste nadeel was dat dit te kort was. Hansie en sy vrou was geweldig gasvry en hulpvaardig. Die woonstel is besonder gerieflik met die mooiste detail en onverwagte bederfies (sjokolade, genoeg koffie en tee). Ons kan dit aanbeveel met groot vrymoedigheid.

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Fantastic service, beautiful surroundings and neat, spacious and comfortable accommodation.

We had a lovely stay and the only downside was that it was too short. Hansie and his wife were extremely hospitable and helpful. The apartment is extremely comfortable with the finest detail and unexpected treats (chocolate, enough coffee and tea). We can recommend it with great boldness.

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

Baie lekker, great.

Het dit baie geniet sal enige tyd weer gaan. Beveel dit aan, waarde vir dit wat jy kry.

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Very nice, great.

Enjoyed it, will go again anytime. Recommend it, value for what you get.

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Annamarie B - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annamarie B
With partner

Wow!

Dis 'n groot verrassing wat net beskryf kan word as unbelievable! Stunning and luxurious comfort vir self-catering! Dankie Hansie en Fienie vir al die detail en versnaperings wat ons baie besig gehou het! Julle fasiliteite is iets besonders en bevredig die rustige atmosfeer waarna jy uitsien ten aanskoue van die see. Braai baie lekker en kuier soos konings! Kan aanbeveel!

Chaney K - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chaney K

Awesome experience!

What a great place to spend a lovely weekend. Hansie was the perfect host. Rooms were very clean and well equipped with everything we needed and so much more! Great pool area to relax and enjoy. The views are amazing. Very peaceful, will definitely recommend Idle winds. Amazing weekend!

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

Fantasties en diens uitstekend!

Sien sterre.

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Fantastic and service excellent!

See stars.

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Johann E - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johann E
With partner

Asemrowend.

Ek beveel enigeen aan om Idle Winds te besoek. Sal opreg weer daar bly. Dis geleë naby 'n strand, restaurante en die uitsig is asemrowend.

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Breathtaking.

I recommend anyone to visit Idle Winds. Would definitely stay there again. It is located near a beach, restaurants and the view is breathtaking.

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Razzia F - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Razzia F
With partner

Heaven on earth.

It was an absolutely peaceful and enjoyable experience that we have encountered for a long time. I will recommend this place not for our Fellow South Africans but for our International market as well. Well done to Hansie and Fienie for their hospitality and for a memorable stay.

Ella S - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ella S
With partner

Luuksheid en gasvryheid op sy beste.

Hierdie plek het my wildste verwagtinge oortref. Wonderlike hartsmense het ons met ope arms ontvang en ons verblyf was van begin tot einde 'n fantastiese ervaring. Pragtige plek waarheen ons keer op keer sal terugkeer.

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Luxury and hospitality at its best.

This place exceeded my wildest expectations. Wonderfully hearted people received us with open arms and our stay was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Beautiful place we will return to time and time again.

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Charlene R - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charlene R
With partner

Dit was die mees ongelooflikste naweek.

Eerstens is die gasvryheid van die eienaars so wonderlik, ons was met ope arms verwelkom (letterlik), die eenheid is so so mooi, dit was soveel meer as wat ons verwag het. Dit was so rustig, al wat jy hoor is die waterval in die tuin wat dit so lieflik gemaak het. Ek sal definitief weer Idle Winds kies vir 'n rustige naweek weg van die huis.

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It was the most incredible weekend.

Firstly the hospitality of the owners is so amazing, we were welcomed with open arms (literally), the unit is so so beautiful, it was so much more than we expected. It was so peaceful, all you hear is the waterfall in the garden which made it so lovely. I would definitely choose Idle Winds again for a relaxing weekend away from home.

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Marilize J - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marilize J
With friends

Hierdie was gasvryheid en luuksheid op sy beste. Waarde vir geld in die oortreffende trap.

Ons het in die Garden Terrace gebly en was verslae en verstom met die gasvryheid van Hansie en Fienie. Alles was skoon en netjies en daar was meer bederfgoed as wat ons kon opgebruik. Soms weet jy dat jy meer kry as waarvoor jy betaal en hierdie plek is vir seker een van daai skatte. Ons sal beslis weer teruggaan en al ons vriende soontoe stuur. Naby genoeg aan die hawe en eetplekke en 'n swembad, DStv en private gym as jy net wil chill. Moenie eers twyfel oor hierdie woonstel nie, dis die moeite werd. Die gashere het ook agteroorgebuig om dit vir ons lekker te maak.

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This was hospitality and luxury at its best. Value for money in the superlative.

We stayed in the Garden Terrace and were overwhelmed and amazed with the hospitality of Hansie and Fienie. Everything was clean and tidy and there were more treats than we could use up. Sometimes you know you get more than you pay for and this place is one of those treasures for sure. We will definitely go back again and send all our friends there. Close enough to the harbor and places to eat and a swimming pool, DStv and private gym if you just want to chill. Don't even hesitate about this apartment, it's worth it. The hosts also bent over backwards to make it nice for us.

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Denver W - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Denver W
With partner

We has a fantastic time at Idle Winds.

The owners of the place was absolutely friendly, inviting and so friendly. The place is neat and tidy and so much to offer. From bathing towels to needle and thread to hairdryers. The place really has a lot to offer. Oh my word! Don't get me started on the snacks, it was too much but yet such an amazing and generous gesture from the owners side. When we arrived we were greeted by friendly staff who assisted us down with our bags. Hansie ensured that we were satisfied with our stay at Idle Winds. The place is so peaceful a real relaxing environment. All the facilities was clean up until the Weber. It was only me and my husband and we didn't braai much but our outdoor braai box was consistently full and new charcoal and fire lighters was readily available every day. The pool are was clean, safe and so relaxing. I would refer anyone to this lovely place and would go there again.

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  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 9 Gordonia Road, Gordon's Bay, 7140, Western Cape
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