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Jasmine Cottages

Guest House

Review Summary

4.6 out of 5from 89 reviews for Jasmine Cottages
Cleanliness
4.8/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.4/5
Safety
4.7/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Heidi O - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Heidi O
With partner

Fantastic!

Absolutely fantastic, lovely cottage with everything one needs, very well equipped, clean, lovely crisp bedding with a great stoep. Just loved it. Can't wait to visit again. Many thanks.

Anonymous Guest - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anonymous Guest
Individual traveller
Cherice P - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cherice P
Family with young children

Waarde vir geld.

Stil omgewing, bedagsame gasheer, perfekte oornagstop. Baie netjiese verblyf en alles tot jou beskikking.

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Value for money.

Quiet surroundings, considerate host, perfect overnight stop. Very neat accommodation and everything at your disposal.

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Kyra H - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kyra H
With partner

Perfect overnight stop in Smithfield.

Jasmine Cottages gave us exactly what we needed from an overnight stop: a very warm welcome from our host, a lovely, clean and comfortable room, and charcoal for the braai so we could cook our dinner. I heartily recommend Jasmine Cottages.

Jonathan B - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jonathan B
Family with young children

Don is a most gracious host.

Excellent. Don is a most gracious host.

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

Very comfortable stay over. Highly recommended.

The room was luxurious - no kidding! Spacious and very comfortable; spotlessly clean and well-prepared. I was a little concerned at first that there was not a kitchenette in it, but the host showed us to the kitchen in the main house, just a door away from our room. The host made every effort to welcome us and make us feel at home.

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

Comfortable and clean.

Stunning room with a beautiful garden. We had a comfortable overnight stay. The host was fantastic and very accommodating. Will definitely be making another visit in the future.

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

Heerlik en kalm.

Heerlik gebly, baie rustig, netjies en veilig.

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Lovely and calm.

Lovely stay, very quiet, tidy and safe.

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Nadia M - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nadia M
Family with young children

Wonderful.

It was a lovely quiet little place, with a really nice and caring host.

Yvette S - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yvette S

Exquisite!

The most beautiful cottages! Stylishly decorated, squeaky clean, quality linen and beds. We had the most comfortable stay. The host was so friendly and made excellent dinner recommendations. We travelled with two dogs, and it was absolutely hassle-free. Beautiful garden and just all around an absolute pleasure.

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

Absolutely fabulous.

Don was a super host. Gave us a wonderful welcome, very informative and helpful.

Brendan S - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Brendan S
With partner

A most pleasant stay.

Don was most welcoming, helpful and friendly.

Suzanne A - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Suzanne A
With partner

It was a lovely one night stay between Jeffreys Bay and KZN.

The beds perhaps a little hard and no need for winter bedding on a warm night, but I would consider a stay next time we are on a road trip. The host is a wonderful and a pleasure to talk to.

Louie E - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Louie E
With partner

Jasmine Cottages was sommer net lekker gewees!

Baie lekker gebly. Plaas omgewing, verblyf netjies en vriedelike ontvangs.

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Jasmine Cottages was just great!

Very nice stay. Place environment, neat accommodation and peaceful reception.

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Michelle T - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Michelle T
Family with teenagers

Netjies en gemaklik.

Baie netjies en gemaklik.

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Neat and comfortable.

Very neat and comfortable.

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends

Nice and neat.

We had a nice stay, we only received the selected room but we got a "refund".

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Eugenia F - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Eugenia F
With partner

Will not stay there again.

The host was very good, waited for our very late arrival, and it was very cold. The unit is very damp. I took photos. Unhealthy to breathe in these conditions. Very noisy in the morning. It seemed that the room was part of another unit, had a door closed, and we could hear the talking and TV.

Jasmine Cottages 's response

Dear Eugenia,
I sincerely apologise for your disappointment with my establishment. I acknowledge the noise issue you reported in your review. The room adjacent to yours is permanently occupied by a medical doctor who is often called to the hospital at irregular hours. Despite this, I make no excuses and would like to offer you compensation or a free night's stay the next time you pass this way.
This is certainly not my standard, and I stand corrected.
The feeling of dampness you mentioned is due to our current cold weather and the humidity caused by the air conditioner heating.
Please accept my deepest apologies.

Jasmine Cottages
Dirk U - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dirk U
Family with teenagers

Skoon, netjies, gasvry.

Jasmine Cottages se verblyf is net wat ons nodig gehad het om die lang pad tussen Gauteng en Oos-Londen te breek. Ons gasheer, Donald, was ongelooflik gasvry en het ons hartlik ontvang en sommer dadelik tuis laat voel. Die akkommodasie is vanuit die boonste rakke en ons het "lekke geslaap".

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Clean, tidy, hospitable.

Jasmine Cottages accommodation is just what we needed to break the long road between Gauteng and East London. Our host, Donald, was incredibly hospitable and welcomed us warmly and made us feel right at home. The accommodation is top notch and we "slept like hell".

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

Smithfield is a good stopover spot on your way to somewhere else.

Donald was helpful and provided some interesting conversation.

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

Baie mooi en netjies plek, die gasheer was vriendelik en het ons gulhartig ontvang.

Sal dit vir enige een aanbeveel, het goed geslaap en baie tuis gevoel, vol huislikheid.

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Very nice and tidy place, the host was friendly and received us generously.

Would recommend to anyone, slept well and felt very at home, full of homeliness.

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Jasmine Cottages 's response

Dear Cornelia,
Thank you so much for your kind review. It was a pleasure for me to have met you. And look forward to next time.
Kindest regards
Don

Jasmine Cottages
Gus R - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gus R

5*****accommodation, when next in Smithfield I'll go back there.

5*****accommodation, when next in Smithfield I'll go back there.

Segen T - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Segen T
Family with young children

Beautiful rooms.

Don was a wonderful host. We had everything we needed, snacks, tea, and cereals but the best part is the beautiful rooms at this cottage. Beautiful Victorian feel.

Claire V - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Claire V
Family with young children

Clean, beautiful, and a lovely host.

We were travelling with our 7-month-old baby and the host kindly offered us a room with a bath at no extra cost.

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

Enjoyable stay.

We had such a pleasant stay - our host reached out to us prior to arrival to wish us a safe trip, which we really appreciated. On arrival we received a warm and friendly welcome. Beautiful garden and well maintained buildings. The room was clean, neat and spacious. We loved all the attention to detail within the room. Will highly recommend this hidden gem.

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

Beautiful overnight stay.

We loved the time we spent here. The host, Don, was very friendly and a good host. The room was beautiful and it is obvious that a lot of care has been taken to make one's stay comfortable. A lazy sundowner on the verandah ended a busy but productive weekend for us. We will certainly consider this overnight stay on our travels again.

Fiona G - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fiona G
Family with young children

Very hospitable host.

Pleasantly surprised by this wonderful plaace.

Hannah P - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hannah P
Family with young children

Peaceful and relaxing.

A lovely, peaceful stay. We arrived with a warm welcome by wonderful host Donald. Fresh fruit, tea, coffee and a selection of cereals were available in our cottage. The beds were comfortable and the whole cottage is spotless and clean. Had the best pizza down the road and met some lovely, friendly people. Had a wonderful break and will definitely visit again.

Mary H - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mary H
With partner

See above.

Fantastic. The host makes every effort to ensure guests' comfort and enjoyment. Exceptional place.

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

Large comfortable accommodation.

Very comfortable, with everything we needed.

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

A nice stop after a long time on the road.

Don received us with friendliness. The place is in a quiet part of town and we could get a good night's sleep in before our onward journey.

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

Very pleasant.

Friendly and accommodating.

Shandre P - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Shandre P
Family with teenagers

Lieflike oornagverblyf.

Pragtige, skoon en baie netjiese kothuisie met lieflike tuin. Don is 'n uitsonderlike gasheer wat uit sy pad gegaan het om ons en die twee honde se verblyf so gerieflik as moontlik te maak.

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Lovely overnight stay.

Beautiful, clean and very tidy cottage with lovely garden. Don is an exceptional host who went out of his way to make our and the two dogs' stay as comfortable as possible.

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Zita L - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Zita L
Family with teenagers

Lovely overnight stay.

Don is such a friendly host. Unfortunately, the property has no backup power and so this is not ideal in the current loadshedding situation. The power also pumps water so there was no water. Our host did inform us about this so it was not a problem but just something to keep in mind if booking the property.

Kian E - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
5/5
Kian E
With partner

Wonderful stopover to the coast.

Very pretty room. Very hospitable host. Very pleasant stay.

Anthony E - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anthony E
With partner

Very friendly.

Didn't enjoy cigarette and food smells in the bedroom.

Jeanine N - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
3/5
Jeanine N
Family with young children

Daar was loadshedding waarvan die eienaar ons nie ingelig het nie en toe agv die loadshedding ook geen water om te stort.

Die ligging is oorkant informele nedersetting en voel onveilig. Ons kamer was binne in die huis en nie 'n cottage nie. Ligging voel onveilig. Ons het 'n kamer in die huis gekry wat baue na rook geruik het. Ons het gedink dat ons 'n private cottage gaan hê soos per die advertensie. Die dorpie is baie afgeleë en verwaarloos.

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There was loadshedding of which the owner did not inform us and then due to the loadshedding also no water to shower.

The location is opposite informal settlement and feels unsafe. Our room was inside the house and not a cottage. Location feels unsafe. We found a room in the house that smelled like smoke. We thought we were going to have a private cottage as per the ad. The village is very remote and neglected.

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Margaret H - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Margaret H

Has everything, and more, that you might require for a stopover.

Being provided with fresh fruit, milk in the fridge, wine and fresh flowers is very welcoming. Everything in the rooms was very comfortable and aethically pleasing. Would certainly stay here again if overnighting in Smithfield.

Herman M - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Herman M
Family with teenagers

Don is fantasties!

Heerlike ervaring, gaan beslis dit elke jaar doen.

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Don is awesome!

Great experience, definitely going to do it every year.

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

Lovely and relaxing.

This was our second visit to Jasmine Cottages. Beautiful cottage. It is peaceful. The owner Don is very friendly and he makes you feel right at home. Thank you so much for the fruit and chocolates.

Jayson O - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jayson O
On business

Pleasant cottage with a lovely host.

The cottage had everything needed and a bit more. The fruit and chocolate were a lovely touch.

Magda J - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Magda J
With friends

Lovely home away from home.

Jasmine cottages is in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood, there was adequate hot water with a pump where other guesthouses in Smithfield had no water over the weekend. We felt at home and Donald made us feel welcome. Variety of breakfast foods such as cereal and fruit to nibble on. Beautiful garden, comfortable beds, clean rooms and linen.

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

So much attention to detail!

Jasmine cottages was an unexpected lovely stay in a town we usually just pass through. It is the perfect overnight stay, and Don is such a lovely host. There were more amenitites and thoughtful touches in the Jasmine cottages, than I have seen in a long time. Fresh fruit and chocolate on arrival, and even farm fresh milk and cereals. Surprised in the best way possible, great value for money, highly recommended.

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

Wonderful.

We had a very enjoyable stay. Cottages were immaculate and had everything in that you would need. Donald was helpful and very friendly. Will definitely stay again.

Nadene S - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nadene S
Family with young children

Vinnige, vriendelike diens.

Don was so vriendelik en behulpsaam. Hy was super gasvry. Ons het dadelik sommer tuis gevoel en het 'n heerlike nag se rus ingekry.

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Fast, friendly service.

Don was so friendly and helpful. He was super hospitable. We immediately felt at home and got a wonderful night's rest.

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Adri L - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adri L
Family with young children

Gemaklik, skoon en veilig.

Don het ons waarlik tuis laat voel. Sy kothuis is smaakvol versier en het lugversorging vir 'n ysige koue aand gehad. Hy het selfs vir ons vars melk in die yskas gelos en ontbytpap. Ek sal Jasmine Cottages enige tyd aanbeveel.

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Comfortable, clean and safe.

Don made us feel truly at home. His cottage was tastefully decorated and had air conditioning for a freezing cold evening. He even left us fresh milk in the fridge and breakfast porridge. I would recommend Jasmine Cottages anytime.

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

Very comfortable, beautifully appointed cottage with everything you could possibly need. Obliging host.

Pretty environment, very warm on a cold day, pet friendly and secure. The perfect stop over in Smithfield and we have tried a number. We will be back.

Saw Johnson D - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Saw Johnson D
On business

Uitstekend.

Die eienaar is vriendelike en behulpsaam. Baie netjies, skoon en voel onmiddelik tuis. Sal beslis aanbeveel vir almal wat deur Smithfield gaan om by Jasmine Cottage oor te bly. Sommer net vir 'n heerlike naweekwegbreek, of vakansie, beslis 'n moet.

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Outstanding.

The owner is friendly and helpful. Very neat, clean and immediately feels at home. Would definitely recommend anyone passing through Smithfield to stay at Jasmine Cottage. Just for a lovely weekend break, or holiday, definitely a must.

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

Vriendelik ontvang. Ontspanne atmosfeer.

Woonstel smaakvol gemeubeleer, netjies en skoon. 'n Plesier om daar te bly.

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Friendly welcome. Relaxed atmosphere.

Apartment tastefully furnished, neat and clean. A pleasure to stay there.

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

Comfortable stopover in Smithfield.

Don was very welcoming and went out of his way to secure dinner for two weary travellers. Comfortable room - bed a little squeaky, but had a good night's rest.

Tanya G - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tanya G
Family with young children

Beautiful Cottage, very clean and very friendly host. Definitely would recommend as a halfway stop travelling from Eastern Cape to Gauteng.

Great stopover, a beautiful cottage and Don was an excellent host very friendly and accommodating.

George D - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
George D
Individual traveller

Ideal for a break in overnight trip.

Neat and clean. Friendly host.

Anri W - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Anri W
Family with teenagers

Netjies. Vriendelike diens.

Baie oulike plekkie. Die gasheer is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Die eenheid was baie netjies en skoon en baie goed toegerus.

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Tidy. Friendly service.

Very cute place. The host is very friendly and helpful. The unit was very neat and clean and very well equipped.

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Terry S - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Terry S
Individual traveller

3rd overnight stop on way from CT to Howick.

Jasmine Cottages was by far the most expensive of the 4 nights and the most disappointing. It is marketed as as an upmarket venue but it's got a bit of a run down feel about it. Load shedding is awful for everyone, but power was off in the morning and no option to make a cup of tea (a small gas burner would sort this). The water depends on electric pump which meant there was not a drop of water to brush my teeth in the morning and certainly no shower (even a cold one). Load shedding has been around long enough for some work arounds to be put in place for paying customers. Bathroom needs ventilation and has musty damp smell. Don was however a very decent and helpful chap.

Jasmine Cottages 's response

Good Afternoon Terry,
You were aware of the cost before you arrived. The power interruption was not only due to Loadshedding, but also to a fault and the substation which took far longer to resolve than expected. We take great pride in everything we do, as I believe the vast majority of reviews will witness. Having said this, we are prepared to offer you a nights free accommodation next time you are past. Thank you for your feedback.
Yours sincerely,
Donald West

Jasmine Cottages
Erika S - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Erika S
With friends

Fantastiese verblyf.

Ons is met vriendelikheid ontvang en was op die hande gedra. Donald was baie behulpsaam. Die kombuis is goed toegerus, die leefarea gemaklik en die kamers ruim.

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Fantastic stay.

We were received with kindness and were taken care of. Donald was very helpful. The kitchen is well equipped, the living area comfortable and the rooms spacious.

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

Fantastiese oorbly.

Netjies, skoon, smaakvol gemeubeleer. Waarde vir geld.

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Fantastic stay.

Neat, clean, tastefully furnished. Value for money.

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Hazel P - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hazel P

Great sleepover.

Very beautiful, modern place. Clean and beds very comfortable. Kitchen could do with a hotplate as there was only a microwave. Other than that it was a lovely stopover - was beautiful to see all the stars in the night!

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

Fantastic and accommodating.

Donald was a gracious and kind host and the staff was friendly. The cottage we stayed in was pet-friendly, charming, and welcoming. Would 10/10 recommend and would love to stay here again.

Johan K - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan K
Individual traveller

Wat 'n verrassing!

Ek was onseker wat om verwag in Smithfield and by Jasmine, maar ek was verras! Jasmine was voorwaar 'n lekker plek om te bly. Dit was skoon, netjies en met alles wat ek nodig het. Met die inkoms was die vars vrugte op die tafel besonders.

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What a surprise!

I wasn't sure what to expect in Smithfield and by Jasmine, but I was surprised! Jasmine was truly a nice place to stay. It was clean, tidy and with everything I needed. Upon arrival, the fresh fruit on the table was exceptional.

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Elrie V - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elrie V
Family with young children

Oornag op pad kus toe.

Pragtig, netjies, gerieflik, skoon, bekostigbaar en ver bo verwagting. Aandag aan klein details. Sal beslis weer gebruik en vir enige iemand aanbeveel.

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Overnight on the way to the coast.

Beautiful, neat, comfortable, clean, affordable and far above expectations. Attention to small details. Will definitely use again and recommend to anyone.

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

Accommodation fantastic, but the town Smithfield looking sad and neglected.

A number of homes are in need of TLC.

Melinda O - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Melinda O
With partner

Dit was absoluut smaakvol gemeubileerd en het heerlik geruik.

Als volgens my was perfek.

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It was absolutely tastefully furnished and smelled delicious.

Als according to me was perfect.

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

Voortreflik.

'n Galante, fynopgevoede gasheer wat presies weer hoeveel hy moet belangstel and doen voordat hy hom onttrek. Slaapgeriewe sonder gelyke.

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Excellent.

A gallant, well-mannered host who knows exactly how much he needs to be interested and do before withdrawing. Unmatched sleeping facilities.

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

Skoon en netjies. Stil omgewing.

Ons was vriendelik ontvang. Kamer was baie skoon. Bed het lekker geslaap en als wat nodig is was beskikbaar.

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Clean and tidy. Quiet environment.

We were kindly received. Room was very clean. Bed slept well and everything needed was available.

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Willie B - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Willie B
With partner

Netjies, besonder skoon, rustig en vriendelike ontvangs.

Reeds die tweede keer wat ons daar oorbly. Alles is in puik toestand en eienaar baie vriendelik.

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Neat, particularly clean, quiet and friendly reception.

Already the second time we stay there. Everything is in great condition and the owner is very friendly.

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

Niks ontbreek nie. Skoon. Netjies. Ruim.

Die wooneenheid is presies reg vir oornag, vir 'n dag of meer. Dis die eerste plek waar daar koffie, tee, suiker, vars melk, drie soorte ontbytgraan en vrugte beskikbaar is en dit nie B&B-verblyf is nie ─ dis selfsorg. Verder is daar 'n ligapparaat indien krag sou afgaan, asook muskietweerder. Daar is net mooi niks om oor te kla nie. Het heerlik oornag vir twee aande. Dis ook 'n stil gebied, geen geraas van bure of motors nie. Baie dankie Don West.

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Nothing is missing. Clean. Tidy. Roomy.

The accommodation unit is just right for overnight, for a day or more. It's the first place where coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk, three types of breakfast cereal and fruit are available and it's not B&B accommodation - it's self-catering. Furthermore, there is a light device in case the power goes out, as well as mosquito repellent. There's just nothing to complain about. Had a wonderful stay for two nights. It's also a quiet area, no noise from neighbors or cars. Thank you very much Don West.

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

Halfweg-stop na Oos-Kaap.

Jasmine Cottages is 'n goeie oornagstop na die Oos-Kaap vanaf Gauteng. Die eenheid waarin ons geslaap het is nie op die foto's nie, en blyk om na die foto-sessie gebou te wees. Die betrokke eenheid slaap 5 mense, en is opgedeel in 2 gedeeltes, wat semi-privaat is. Een gedeelte slaap 3, en die ander slaap 2, geskei met 'n middeldeur, waarvan elk sy eie badkamer het. Die agterste gedeelte hiervan het wel werk nodig met die voordeur, wat deur reën beskadig is, en 'n swam groei na binne. Die eenheid se badkamer se dak het ook gelek, wat dadelik laat herstel is toe ons dit genoem het. Die buitekant van die gedeelte benodig ook afwerking en verf. Verder is die eenhede baie gerieflik ingerig, met koffie-maak geriewe, melk en vrugte. Aangename oornag-verblyf.

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Halfway stop to Eastern Cape.

Jasmine Cottages is a good overnight stop to the Eastern Cape from Gauteng. The unit we slept in is not in the photos, and appears to have been built after the photo shoot. The unit in question sleeps 5 people, and is divided into 2 sections, which are semi-private. One section sleeps 3, and the other sleeps 2, separated by a middle door, each with its own bathroom. The back part of this does need work with the front door, which has been damaged by rain, and a fungus growing inside. The unit's bathroom roof also leaked, which was promptly repaired when we mentioned it. The exterior of the section also needs finishing and painting. Furthermore, the units are very comfortably furnished, with coffee-making facilities, milk and fruit. Pleasant overnight stay.

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

Beautiful room and comfortable stay.

Kitchenette had coffee, tea, breakfast cereal and a fruit basket and ice in the freezer. The unit is beautifully decorated and DStv available.

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

Vakansie.

Baie netjiese leefvertrek met al die nodige geriewe en ekstras! Sal dit definitief kan aanbeveel.

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Holiday.

Very neat living room with all the necessary facilities and extras! Would definitely recommend it.

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Ras B - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Ras B
With partner

Heerlik rustig en vriendelik.

Die eienaar, Don, het ons baie tuis laat voel en baie moeite gedoen. Ek sal sonder twyfel die verblyf aanbeveel.

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Wonderfully calm and friendly.

The owner, Don, made us feel very much at home and made a lot of effort. I would recommend the stay without a doubt.

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Karen P - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karen P
Family with teenagers

'n Pragtige verrassing!

Ons was aangenaam verras met Jasmine Cottage. Toe die deur voor ons oopgaan, kon ons nie glo wat ons sien nie! Pragtig versier en toegerus met al die noodsaaklikhede wat 'n mens aan kan dink. Regtig goed deurdink. Ons het nie die eienaar op aankoms ontmoet nie (weens 'n persoonlike probleem), maar sy warmte het weerspieël in die cottage. Ons het hom wel ontmoet die volgende dag. Ons het baie lekker gebly, en die ware plattelandse atmosfeer terdeë geniet!

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A beautiful surprise!

We were pleasantly surprised with Jasmine Cottage. When the door opened in front of us, we couldn't believe what we were seeing! Beautifully decorated and equipped with all the essentials one can think of. Really well thought out. We did not meet the owner on arrival (due to a personal issue), but his warmth was reflected in the cottage. We did meet him the next day. We had a great time, and thoroughly enjoyed the real country atmosphere!

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Danie C - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Danie C
With partner

Glad nie ingerig vir karavane nie.

Sien sterre.

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Not set up for caravans at all.

See stars.

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We are so sorry you were disappointed.

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Kari V - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Kari V
With partner

Not what we had planned!

We specifically booked the Jasmine Cottage long in advance for 2 adults and our 3 dogs for our overnight stop. Jasmine Cottage was given to someone else and we were put into another cottage which was to a large extend still a construction site. We did not enjoy the fact that the cottage was in the process of being renovated and appeared to have someone else living in the space, with their toothbrush and used soaps in the bathroom, and food items in the fridge. I am sure that this cottage will be lovely once completed, but we were disappointed that this mess up came to our attention only 1 hour before arrival in Smithfield!

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

Pragtig.

Donald is 'n ware gasheer. Pragtige en goed toegeruste kamer in die hoofhuis. Het lekker oornag.

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Beautiful.

Donald is a true host. Beautiful and well equipped room in the main house. Had a nice overnight stay.

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

Dit was baie besonder verblyf. My vrou was uit die wind geslaan net die ontvangs en verblyf.

Ons sal beslis weer van Jasmine gebruik maak.

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It was a very special stay. My wife was blown away just by the reception and accommodation.

We will definitely use Jasmine again.

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

Wonderlik.

Voorwaar 'n besonderse ervaring gewees. Gasheer baie vriendelik en kamer was pragtig. Rustige huisatmosfeer, het lekker ontspan.

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Wonderful.

Truly an exceptional experience. Host very friendly and room was beautiful. Quiet home atmosphere, had a great time relaxing.

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Dear Andrew,
Thank you so much for your kind review. We appreciate the effort you made to do this. It was a pleasure meeting you both and we hope to meet up with you again sometime in the future.
Kind regards,
Don

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

Waarde vir geld.

Donald is die perfekte gasheer en het ons welkom laat voel. Die port het so bietjie gehelp vir die koue. Die ekstras soos melk, pap, tee en koffie en beskuit en vrugte rond alles perfek af. Ons kan hierdie plek beslis aanbeveel. Dit is die moeite werd om bietjie ompad te ry om hier te kom oornag. Ons sal beslis weer hier oornag.

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Value for money.

Donald is the perfect host and made us feel welcome. The port helped a little with the cold. The extras like milk, porridge, tea and coffee and biscuits and fruit round everything off perfectly. We can definitely recommend this place. It's worth the detour to stay the night here. We will definitely stay here again.

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Rona S - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rona S
Family with young children

So tuis soos by jou eie huis.

Don is n gasheer wat sy besoekers se belange op die hart dra. Ons het baie welkom gevoel. Die chalets was skoon en gerieflik. Sal definitief weer daar oorbly op pad van/na Oos-Kaap of besoek aan Vrystaat. Sterk aan te beveel.

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As at home as at your own home.

Don is a host who has his visitors' interests at heart. We felt very welcome. The chalets were clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay there again on the way from/to the Eastern Cape or visiting the Free State. Highly recommend.

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Greg J - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Greg J
Family with young children

Absolutely amazing place to stay.

Donald was extremely accommodating and his venue is one of the best places I have stayed in, I would highly recommend staying there if you are in Smithfield. Thank you Donald, for making our trip memorable.

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

An absolute pleasure!

If you can think of it, it's there. It's more than your money could buy. I have never had such a lovely stay and with such welcoming people too. The room was above excellent and we enjoyed every little detail. I promise you you won't regret staying with Jasmine Cottages!

Tineke G - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tineke G
Individual traveller

Warm, vriendelike winterverblyf.

Die eienaar het goeie reëlings vooraf getref om uit te vind wanneer ek gaan aankom en gehelp om 'n restaurant te vind vir aandete.

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Warm, friendly winter accommodation.

The owner was very organised beforehand by finding our when we would arrive and helping us to find a restaurant.

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Eric H - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eric H
With partner

One of the best overnight experiences ever!

This is 5 star accommodation. Everything you would ever need and more. Our host was friendly and accommodating and would go to any lengths to please. Tastefully decorated, neat and clean as a pin. A very pleasant experience.

Theresa T - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Theresa T

Uitstekende diens, gerieflike goed-ingerigte kamer met mooi dekor en skoon wit linne, baie baie vriendelike eienaar.

'n Heerlike oorslaap gastehuis op pad na see bestemming - kan dit hoogs aanbeveel.

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Outstanding service, comfortable, well-appointed room with beautiful decor and clean white linen. Very friendly owner.

A great overnight stay en route to beach destination - highly recommended.

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Fred F - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Fred F
With partner

Accommodation, service and clutter.

Good accommodation backed by even better service but beware of too much clutter.

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

Pragtig, netjies, skoon en vriendelik.

Sien sterre.

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Beautiful, tidy, clean and friendly.

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Jack M - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jack M
With partner

Gerieflike, veilige verblyf, keurig gemeubileerde slaapeenheid en vriendelike diens.

Het ons verblyf geniet by Jasmine Cottages, die kamer was baie netjies en goed gemeubileerd. Vriendelike diens van die personeel en die eienaar.

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Comfortable, safe accommodation, nicely furnished sleeping unit and friendly service.

Enjoyed our stay at Jasmine Cottages, the room was very neat and well furnished. Friendly service from the staff and the owner.

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Anna Marie S - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anna Marie S
Individual traveller

Baie mooi en aangenaam.

Net een probleem, het bespreek vir die cottage en by aankoms 'n kamer binnenshuis gekry.

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Very nice and pleasant.

Only one problem, booked for the cottage and on arrival got a room indoors.

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Willie B - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Willie B
Family with young children

Hartlike ontvangs en aangename verblyf. Waarde vir geld.

Pragtig skoon en netjies met veilige verblyf.

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Warm welcome and pleasant stay. Value for money.

Beautifully clean and tidy with safe accommodation.

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Lyna V - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Lyna V
With partner

Baie skoon, netjies en gesellig.

Sien sterre.

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Very clean, tidy and cosy.

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Chris E - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris E
With partner

Kamer was puik, ontvangs vriendelik.

Besig met aanbouings op die perseel. Kamer was 5 ster en word sterk aanbeveel. Sal beslis weer daar wil oornag indien in daardie omgewing is. Dit is ons beste oornag-ervaring. .

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Room was great, reception friendly.

Doing additions on site. Room was 5 star and highly recommended. Would definitely stay there again if in the area. This is our best overnight experience. .

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