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King's View Cave

Self Catering

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4.7 out of 5from 20 reviews for King's View Cave
Cleanliness
4.8/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.9/5
Safety
4.6/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Riette D - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Riette D
With partner

Asemrowende uitsig en puik unieke akkommodasie. Baie dankie Kings View Cave.

Ons het vreeslik lekker gebly. Alles was puik gereël en al die nodige inligting ontvang. Rencia het ons baie tuis laat voel.

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Breathtaking view and great unique accommodation. Thank you very much Kings View Cave.

We had a really nice stay. Everything was perfectly organized and all the necessary information was received. Rencia made us feel very much at home.

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Janine L - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Janine L
With partner

Asemrowend mooi.

Definitief 'n moet ervaring! Danie en Rencia se gasvryheid is ongelooflik, jy voel sommer dadelik tuis. 'n Foto kan nie beskryf hoe ongelooflik mooi die plekkie en natuur om jou is nie. Die grot was netjies en skoon, toegerus met alles wat jy mag benodig. Sal definitief weer gaan. 'n moet vir jou 'Bucket list'.

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Breathtakingly beautiful.

Definitely a must experience! Danie and Rencia's hospitality is incredible, you feel right at home. A photo cannot describe how incredibly beautiful the place and nature around you is. The cave was neat and clean, equipped with everything you might need. Will definitely go again. A must for your 'Bucket list'.

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King's View Cave 's response

Baie dankie vir die pragtige review.
Waardeer opreg. Groete
Rencia

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

Beautiful and different.

Definitief een van die plekke met die mooiste aansigte, wat nie deur 'n foto beskryf kan word nie. Sal definitief weer gaan en 'n bietjie langer bly.

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Beautiful and different.

Definitely one of the places with the most beautiful views, which cannot be described by a photo. Will definitely go again and stay a little longer.

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Melinda S - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Melinda S
With partner

Experience of a lifetime.

Hierdie was beslis een van ons bucket list bestemmings, dis 'n moet ervaring! Van die oomblik dat ons daar aangekom het, was die gasvryheid van Rencia en Danie ongelooflik. Ons is dadelik tuis laat voel en dit het gevoel asof ons vir famielie kom kuier! Die grot was alles en meer as wat die foto's voorgestel het. Die verblyf was tip top, die eenheid was perfek netjies en skoon, die kombuis was toegerus met alles wat jy moontlik kon nodig hê! Ons het hout gevra en dit was by die eenheid toe ons daar gearriveer het! Ons het ook ekstra hout vir ons volgende aand gevra, en sonder moeite het Danie dit vir ons na die eenheid gebring - front door service! Rencia en Danie het seker gemaak ons het alles wat ons nodig het om hierdie een van die mees onvergeetlike ervarings ooit te maak! Ek kan hierdie bestemming beslis aanbeveel vir die "experience of a lifetime" en "kos vir jou siel"! Melinda en Koos.

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Experience of a lifetime.

This was definitely one of our bucket list destinations, it's a must experience! From the moment we got there, the hospitality of Rencia and Danie was amazing. We were immediately made to feel at home and it felt like we were visiting family! The cave was everything and more than the pictures suggested. The accommodation was top notch, the unit was perfectly neat and clean, the kitchen was equipped with everything you could possibly need! We asked for wood and it was at the unit when we got there! We also asked for extra wood for us the next night, and Danie brought it to the unit for us with no problem - front door service! Rencia and Danie made sure we had everything we needed to make this one of the most memorable experiences ever! I can definitely recommend this destination for the "experience of a lifetime" and "food for your soul"! Melinda and Koos.

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King's View Cave 's response

Hallo Melinda,

Baie dankie vir hierdie fantastiese review. Julle is baie welkom om weer te kom kuier.

Vriendelike groete
Danie en Rencia

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

Breath-taking, need to see, a "must" experience for any nature lover.

Woorde om die ervaring te beskryf ontbreek my. No words to describe our amazement. Waar begin ek. Lees die reels. Baie belangrik. Gelukkig het ons mooi gelees. Ons 4x2 Isuzu bakkie met diff lock het ons beslis nie in die steek gelaat nie. Ons was bietjie benoud sienende dat ons nog nooit "Offroad" gedoen het nie, maar die senuwee-tergende rit was beslis die moeite werd. Met ons aankoms op die plaas het ons baie vriendelik ontvang en mooi touwys gemaak. Met ons aankoms by die grot woning was ons asem weggeslaan met alles. Die uitsig, die vakmanskap en God se skepping rondom ons. Al wat ek kan se is dat geen foto jou die ware gevoel/belewenis kan gee nie. Gaan kyk en voel vir jouself. Beslis 'n merkie op jou bucketlist werd.

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Breath-taking, need to see, a "must" experience for any nature lover.

I lack words to describe the experience. No words to describe our amazement. where do i start Read the rules. Very important. Fortunately, we read carefully. Our 4x2 Isuzu bakkie with diff lock certainly did not let us down. We were a little anxious seeing as we had never done "Offroad" before, but the nerve racking ride was definitely worth it. Upon our arrival at the farm, we received a very friendly welcome and were nicely shown the ropes. When we arrived at the cave dwelling, we were blown away by everything. The view, the craftsmanship and God's creation around us. All I can say is that no photo can give you the true feeling/experience. Go see and feel for yourself. Definitely worth a tick on your bucket list.

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King's View Cave 's response

Hallo Mariette,

Baie dankie vir die pragtige review. Julle is welkom om weer te kom kuier.

Vriendelike groete
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Gugu (south African Tourism) M - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gugu (south African Tourism) M
With partner

Nothing like it.

Beyond amazing as it exceeded all expectations.

King's View Cave 's response

Dear Gugu,
Thank you for the excellent review. It is much appreciated. Please feel free to come again.
Keep well.
Kind regards,
Rencia Janse van Vuuren
Kings View Cave

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

Hiking, reading, relaxing and a well deserved resting weekend.

The road to the cave is rough, and a 4x4 is recommended. However, the rough road leads to a beautiful, secluded, exclusive cave with a magnificent view. The cave house is neatly built with a lot of attention to detail. The kitchen is well equipped and the interior is comfortable and neat. It offers everything you need and even more! There's an additional outside shower and bath on the edge for an extra adventurous experience. Lovely braai area and a long, beautiful balcony with an unlimited spectacular view. Friendly and helpful hosts.

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

Wow wow wow.

Exceptional service by the couple who hosted us, offering a very unique adventure/experience.

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

Wow, it is amazing.

After turning off the tar road, it is a substantial drive along a very scenic gravel road to arrive at the farmhouse. When we arrived at the farmhouse, we received a very warm welcome and assistance with storing our trailer on the farm. We were directed to the cave by our hosts. Although the drive to the cave was quite rough, it is possible without a 4x4, but plenty of ground clearance and a diffloc combined with experience is essential. A high 4-wheel drive vehicle with a diffloc would be the ideal choice for this terrain and will leave you less concerned about how you will be getting out of there after your stay. Arriving at the cave is a breath-taking experience; the view is amazing, and the sheer cliff drop-offs even more so. The cave itself is fantastic, with great care given to all the details. We found the cave perfectly clean and tidy with all the essentials needed for your stay. Walking through the sliding door onto the veranda is mind-blowing, and although it is a 75m sheer drop, there is a secure handrailing which will leave you quite comfortable at that height. We are regular travellers and are always on the lookout for unusual places to visit. This cave is one of the most spectacular and unusual visits we have had. For the hiker, there are endless opportunities, and for the 4x4 enthusiast, there is an 18km trail which will not disappoint. In a nutshell, we found this to be great value for money and an all-round awesome experience. We will definitely be visiting the cave again and would like to give a big thank you to our wonderful hosts.

King's View Cave 's response

Dear Chantel,

Thank you for the excellent review. It is much appreciated. Please know that you are welcome to visit Kings View Cave again.

Warm Regards,
Danie & Rencia

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

Idillies! Rustig! Lekker!

Wow! Woorde kan nie hierdie stukkie hemel op aarde beskryf nie! Dit is asemrowend mooi! Moenie huiwer om te gaan kuier nie.

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Idyllic! Restful! Nice!

Wow! Words cannot describe this piece of heaven on earth! It is breathtakingly beautiful! Don't hesitate to visit.

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

Best views and lovely hosts.

Very pleasant stay. Wonderful couple who own the place. Views were amazing.

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

Heerlik! Genotvol! Ontspannend! Asemrowend mooi uitsig!

Baie oulike plekkie, veral vir 'n romantiese wegbreuk vir 2. Die uitsig is ongelooflik mooi! Die kaggel is lekker, veral omdat die wind nogals woes kan waai daar bo. Beslis 'n 4x4 nodig om daarbo uit te kom. Voel of jy een is met die natuur en ervaar God se grootheid werklik daarbo!

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Delicious! Delightful! Relaxing! Breathtakingly beautiful view!

Very cute place, especially for a romantic getaway for 2. The view is incredibly beautiful! The fireplace is nice, especially because the wind can blow quite fiercely up there. Definitely need a 4x4 to get up there. Feel like you are one with nature and truly experience God's greatness above!

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Christo V - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Christo V
With partner

Wonderful accommodation but no handrailings on access.

The accommodation at the cave is first class but we had to turn back due to safety concerns with the access walkway to the cave. The walkway is on a fairly narrow ledge adjacent to a very high cliff but no handrailing is provided between the cliff and the walkway. A railing is provided on one short section of the walkway, but it is provided on the wrong side of the walkway and not on the side of the cliff. The walkway is also fairly uneven which increases the chances of a person tripping and falling (which could be a fatal experience). We were able to reach the accommodation by walking very slowly and carefully and holding on to the rock face! However, we were unable to carry any of our luggage and food to the cave. The wind was also extremely strong and we had to cling with both hands to whatever holding place was available. We have requested a refund from the owners but were informed that their house rules do not allow persons with disabilities or children younger than 14 years at the cave. We should also have seen this on the photos. However, these house rules are only made available after arrival at the site and no warning is provided anywhere that the cave is unsuitable for infirm persons. No photos are provided of the access walkway to the cave. A further issue that luckily did not affect us, is that the road to the site does require a vehicle with offroading capabilities as well as a driver that has experience with offroading. We would not recommend it for anyone with a soft-roader. There should be a warning that makes it clear to visitors that the cave is only suitable for persons with vehicles with offroading capabilities and not for infirm or older persons, persons with disabilities or young children. Photos should be provided showing the condition of the access road as well as the walkway to the cave.

Dominic M - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dominic M
Family with teenagers

Unbelievable, breath-taking view. Clean, comfortable & spacious. Wow!

Make sure that you set aside sufficient time to get to the cave as the drive along the farm road is slow. The final 2.6km requires 4x4 & low range in some areas. The accommodation is absolutely special, with unbelievable, breath-taking views. After 3 days up there, one remains in awe of the view. Normally, one has to hike for hours & pitch a tent to achieve views of this magnitude, but King's View Cave offers this from the comfort of the lounge area - absolutely awesome! I will definitely make an effort to visit again.

King's View Cave 's response

Dear Dominic,

Thank you for the fantastic review you gave our Kings View Cave. Please visit again. We would love to have you and your family.

Kind regards,
Danie & Rencia

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

Een van die land se mooiste versteekte juwele.

Ons maak 'n punt daarvan om elke vakansie 'n nuwe plek te verken. Ons land het baie mooi plekke, maar hierdie is definitief een van die top verblyf en rustigste plekke.

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One of the country's most beautiful hidden gems.

We make it a point to explore a new place every vacation. Our country has many beautiful places, but this is definitely one of the top accommodation and most peaceful places.

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King's View Cave 's response

Beste Annelise,

Baie dankie vir hierdie fantastiese review. Ons waardeer.

Groete
Rencia

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

It was a lovely experience.

The view was amazing.

King's View Cave 's response

Dear Tracy,

Thank you for such a fantastic review!

Kind regards
Rencia

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

Fantasties!

Lieflike uitsig, great mense!

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Fantastic!

Lovely view, great people!

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Flora J - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Flora J
With friends

Definitely an experience.

Breathtaking views, you will need a 4x4 to get there, it's definitely an adventure, but the bed was very comfortable.

King's View Cave 's response

Beste Flora,

Baie dankie vir die pragtige review.
Ons waardeer.

Groete
Rencia

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Nadia L - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Nadia L
With partner

Awesome! Extravagant! Romantic!

Awesome experience! Most beautiful view! Perfectly built and furnished! Indoor decorating is extravagant! Perfect for a nice rest and peaceful getaway!

Leila L - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Leila L
With friends

Ongelooflike uitsig. Ruim, netjiese plek.

Wees voorbereid op 'n breekfooi wat jy eers weke later terugkry. Weet ook dat jy 'n 4x4 nodig het, al sê die eienaars ook voor die tyd wat. Ons het 2 dae nie krag gehad nie en daar is nie WiFi soos geadverteer word nie.

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Incredible view. Spacious, neat place.

Be prepared for a break fee that you won't get back until weeks later. Also know that you need a 4x4, even if the owners also say ahead of time what. We had no power for 2 days and there is no WiFi as advertised.

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King's View Cave 's response

Beste Leila,

Jy het dalk vergeet om hier te noem dat ons nie wou gehad het dat jy jou motor beskadig nie. Ons het jou voertuig veilig toegesluit weg van die haelstorm wat geval daardie selfde aand. Jou Rav4 sou erge skade gekry het. Onthou maar om altyd die huisreels te lees. Meeste Toyota Rav4 is 4x4 maar jy moes dit vir ons gesê het. As jy nie sê nie, hoe sal ons weet. My suster ry ook n Rav4 en dit is 4X4. Ons maak gebruik van sonkrag daarom het die ligte nie 3 dae gehou as dit so reën nie. Ons moes weer help, die keer het ons julle geakkommodeer vir n ekstra nag R500 goedkoper as die normale tarief. Ons kon verseker nie die weer voorspel nie ! Ons het n draagbare lig vir jul geneem asook n "battery pack" om jul selfone te laai. Kings View Cave het vol selfoon opvangs. Weet nie waar kom jy aan Wi-Fi ook nie, tensy jy jou draagbare Wi-Fi toestelletjie saam bring.
Ek voel net jy is ondankbaar. Ons het ook baie uit hierdie oefening geleer.
Reels is reels, met geen uitsondering.

Groete
Rencia JvVuuren
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  • Capacity: 4 people
  • No children under 14
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 15:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Farm Kraaihol Junction, Aliwal North, Flaauwkraal, 9750, Eastern Cape
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