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Lavender Cottages and Libertas House

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.5 out of 5from 61 reviews for Lavender Cottages and Libertas House
Cleanliness
4.2/5
Service
4.5/5
Location
4.8/5
Safety
4.7/5
Value for money
4.1/5
Sophia M - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sophia M
Family with teenagers

Asemrowende uitsig, rustig, alles wat jou siel benodig.

Fantasties, alles wat jy nodig het en nog meer.

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Breathtaking view, peaceful, everything your soul needs.

Fantastic, everything you need and more.

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

Baie lekker plek vir 'n wegbreuk.

Lieflike plek met baie mooi uitsig en die kaggel is die kersie op die koek.

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Very nice place for a getaway.

Lovely place with a very nice view and the fireplace is the icing on the cake.

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

Rustig.

Was perfek vir wegkom uit die stad. Naby genoeg vir 'n naweek en mooi area.

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Restful.

Was perfect for getting away from the city. Close enough for a weekend and nice area.

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Celine J - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Celine J
With friends

Rus, pragtig.

Vreeslike oulike gasheer! Baie (homey) en ongelooflik mooi omgewing!

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Rest, beautiful.

Terribly cute host! Very (homey) and incredibly beautiful surroundings!

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Jabulani M - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jabulani M
With friends

Lovely cottage, reminded me of the movie The Holiday.

Lovely place, peaceful until the working farms' machinery starts making noise. Other than that, it is perfect for a quick getaway.

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

Awesome.

Baie lekker en mooi. Sal enige tyd weer gaan.

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Awesome.

Very nice and beautiful. Would go again anytime.

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Etienne M - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Etienne M
Family with young children

Fantastic attention to detail.

We are a family of 5 and the stay was great. I had to work for a bit and the WiFi never gave an issue once during the day. The gardens around the cottage and the farm in general are incredibly beautiful and inspiring. We had a lovely breakfast and lunch at the restaurant on the farm. When the weather turned a bit, the cottage inside was cosy and warm when using the fireplace. Overall, a great stay!

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

Relaxing stay in quaint cottage.

Loved the little cottage. It had everything I needed and some thoughtful extras (flask, hot water bottles, fruit, homemade rusks and muesli). Great views from the stoep and I loved walking through the apple blossoms.

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

Ontspanne rustige omgewing, pragtige tuin en verblyf. Baie oulike kothuis op 'n.

Pragtige plaas in die Elgin Vallei. Ons hondekind was welkom, wat 'n groot bonus was. Die gasvrou was so behulpsaam en vriendelik. Alle inligting omtrent die omgewing was in die kothuis en daar is 'n koffiewinkel met ontbyt en middagete op die plaas. Lavender Cottage is die plek om in te bly as jy die Elgin Vallei besoek.

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Relaxed peaceful environment, beautiful garden and accommodation. Very cute cottage on a.

Beautiful farm in the Elgin Valley. Our dog was welcome which was a big bonus. The hostess was so helpful and friendly. All information about the area was in the cottage and there is a coffee shop with breakfast and lunch on the farm. Lavender Cottage is the place to stay when visiting the Elgin Valley.

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Dayna-gay F - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Dayna-gay F
With partner

Lovely, cozy and peaceful.

A short but sweet stay. The cottage’s personal touches and lovely decor made for a very comfortable and enjoyable time for us. The kitchen also had everything we needed to do basic self-catering. I absolutely loved all the little gardens and enjoyed all the roses behind our cottage. Lots of farm roads to walk and explore and the farm cafe is beautiful!

Heino L - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Heino L
With partner

Pragtig, stil en vriendelik is net 'n paar woorde om hierdie ervaring te beskryf.

Vriendelike eienaars en spoedige diens en kommunikasie het hierdie asemrowende ligging vir ons net 10x verbeter. Ons kom vir seker weer terug na die mooi van Grabouw.

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Beautiful, quiet and friendly are just a few words to describe this experience.

Friendly owners and prompt service and communication just made this stunning location 10x better for us. We will definitely come back to the beauty of Grabouw.

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Tania T - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tania T
Family with young children

Plaas vibe.

Baie oulike plekkie. Ek sou net meer aandag gegee het aan netheid. Borde en bekers moes ek alles eers was voor gebruik. Maar perfekte ligging. En baie lekker gekuier.

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Post vibe.

Very cute place. I would have just paid more attention to cleanliness. I had to wash plates and cups before use. But perfect location. And have a great time.

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Pikwe V - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pikwe V
Family with young children

Lovely views, wine with big skies and trees.

A gorgeous cottage on a beautiful farm. We had a great time. The on-site cafe was fantastic too.

Sarah H - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Sarah H
With friends

Relaxed, comfy, cosy, pretty.

Libertas House worked perfectly for our group of 4 couples. Each couple has their own space (including their own bathroom which makes such a difference) and then there are the lounge, kitchen, dining area, front & back patios where everyone can be together. The house has faded French country charm and sure, it does need some maintenance sooner rather than later, but we loved it. The setting on an apple farm is just gorgeous too.

Marcello F - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marcello F
With partner

Served the purpose.

We were there for 1 night for a wedding and the accommodation was okay. Our only observation was the level of cleanliness and the attention to detail - magazines from 2019, bathroom shower walls and door were dirty, as well as the bathroom mirror. It could be lovely.

Ilse B - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Ilse B

Pragtige omgewing, akkommodasie nie geskik nie.

Die omgewing en plaas is pragtig. Die cottage was egter vuil met spinnerakke en muf oral. Selfs die gordyne in die kamer was vol muf sowel as van die potte en panne. En dan is daar die vermetelheid om te vra dat daar 'n fooitjie vir die skoonmakers gelos word! Dit nadat ek reeds 'n ekstra kontant fooi betaal het vir ekstra "skoonmaak" omdat ek 'n hond saamgeneem het (die cottages adverteer dat hul pet friendly is). Daar was ook rotte/muise in die plafon. Die stort het heeltyd gedrup en die bed is ongemaklik.

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Beautiful setting, accommodation not suitable.

The surroundings and farm are beautiful. However, the cottage was dirty with cobwebs and mold everywhere. Even the curtains in the room were full of mold as well as some of the pots and pans. And then there is the audacity to ask for a tip to be left for the cleaners! This after I had already paid an extra cash fee for extra "cleaning" because I brought a dog with me (the cottages advertise that they are pet friendly). There were also rats/mice in the ceiling. The shower kept dripping and the bed is uncomfortable.

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

Lieflike plaasatmosfeer.

Skoon, netjies en ten volle toegerus. Karin is baie gasvry en hulpvaardig. Mens voel tuis.

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Lovely farm atmosphere.

Clean, tidy and fully equipped. Karin is very hospitable and helpful. One feels at home.

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

Pragtige omgewing, stil en rustig. "Cozy cottage" gevoel. Kos vir die siel!

Die gevoel van 'n cottage tussen heuwels, omring met boorde appelbome! Vir 2 persone, net die plek om weg te kom om stilte en die natuur te geniet. Pragtig en verwelkomend!

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Beautiful surroundings, quiet and peaceful. "Cozy cottage" feeling. Food for the soul!

The feeling of a cottage between hills, surrounded by orchards of apple trees! For 2 people, just the place to get away to enjoy silence and nature. Beautiful and welcoming!

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Rohan V - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rohan V

A wonderful way to spend the weekend!

A beautiful farm and farmhouse to enjoy your weekend! The hosts went above and beyond to accommodate us and the cafe situated on the farm is spectacular. Definitely worth a visit and we will certainly return to the accommodation in the future.

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

Lovely setting, perfect for our needs.

With the current load shedding, the only comment would be to replace the electric stove with a gas stove and kettle to go on the gas hob.

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

Lovely rustic break.

Lovely views, very peaceful.

Lauren T - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Lauren T
Family with young children

A quaint, peaceful cottage.

An enjoyable stay, despite the cold weather the beds were very warm and cosy.

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

Lavender Cottage is very quaint and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

The cottage is very cosy with a teeny-tiny kitchen area but we had everything we needed, and the setting amongst the apple orchards was just magic - I would definitely recommend it.

Christo P - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Christo P
With partner

Alles wat nodig is daar met pragtige uitsig.

Eenvoudig, maar al wat mens nodig het en pas perfek by die omgewing. Heerlike kaggel en warm stort. Genoeg hout saam gekry vir braai of kaggel. Heerlik geslaap en doodstil met lekker stoep om oor die vallei te kyk. Redelik naby aan padstal as jy iets nodig het.

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Everything you need is there with a beautiful view.

Simple, but all one needs and fits perfectly with the environment. Lovely fireplace and hot shower. Got enough wood for braai or fireplace. Great sleep and dead quiet with a nice porch to look over the valley. Pretty close to paddock if you need anything.

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

The cottage has a beautiful view and is blissful - you don't hear cars and rather nature which is nice!

The cottage just needs a little "TLC" - walls have mold inside, furniture in living room needs new pillow cases. Other than that everything was fine.

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Cheryl K - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Cheryl K
With partner

Rather small, but comfortable.

Host was gracious to assist with lead for power. Beautiful views. Lots of wood for fire. However no gas burner, so could not even make coffee when loadshedding.

Lavender Cottages and Libertas House 's response

All the cottages and Libertas House have been supplied with portable gas stoves and kettles.

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Neil B - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Neil B
With partner

Good.

There was a fine new restaurant nearby.

Candice F - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Candice F
With friends

The cottages smell very musty and are in desperate need of an upgrade and repair.

The cottages have a lot of potential and the setting is lovely, but I would not recommend this place.

Erik V - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Erik V
Family with young children

Resensies van vorige gaste is misleidend.

Slegte weer, swak kommunikasie en inligting wat nie ten volle voor aankoms by my uitgekom het nie, het die verhouding sommer met intrapslag versuur. Ek glo nie die plek is geskik vir gesinne met klein kinders nie. Eerder jong getroudes of afgetredes.

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Reviews from previous guests are misleading.

Bad weather, poor communication and information that did not fully reach me before arrival soured the relationship right from the start. I don't believe the place is suitable for families with small children. Rather young married or retired.

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Lavender Cottages and Libertas House 's response

This guest arrived in a bad temper.
He claimed he had paid the balance due, but that was not the case.
The guest also claimed that the security alarm was faulty and went off. We immediately got the security company in to check and it seemed his children were playing with the remote.
His wife also apologised for his behaviour.
Altogether an unpleasant and unnecessary experience

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Valeska S - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Valeska S
With partner

Uncomfortable, overpriced.

The cottage was disappointing. Farmstyle yes, but dirty cups and the decor was as if you've traveled to 1920. Very small, felt claustrophobic inside and the double bed was too small for my hubby - his legs were out the bottom, not to mention uncomfortable. The hostess mentioned that they have great security, nothing to worry about and then in the documents in the room they advise to set the alarm because they have ''had some incidents in the area". I could not sleep because you try to set the alarm with a remote but you don't know if it is on because there is no indication inside the house, no confirmation beeps either. When checking in and out we tried to phone Karin to answer the door but her phone was off both times, but hey, at least there was warm water in the tiny shower. Would not recommend.

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

A wonderful experience!

Lavender Cottage is very quaint and picturesque. I would highly recommend it!

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

Heerlike rustige, stil wegbreek.

Perfekte plekkie vir 'n paartjie wat bietjie batterye wil herlaai in die natuur. Die rustigheid vanself. Sal vir seker weer gaan.

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Lovely peaceful, quiet getaway.

Perfect spot for a couple who want to recharge their batteries in nature. The tranquility of itself. Will go again for sure.

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

A quaint, private cottage on a working farm in Elgin.

Well secured, lovely hosts, and offering a beautiful outlook. A peaceful weekend break in a gorgeous valley.

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

Baie mooi omgewing en sentraal geleë as jy bergfiets wil ry.

Goeie diens en prentjiemooi met aanloop deur bomelanings en vallei met groen en herfskleure.

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Very nice surroundings and centrally located if you want to ride a mountain bike.

Good service and picturesque with approach through tree lanes and valley with green and autumn colors.

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

Family evening away.

Tranquility for 24 hours. Beautiful location, well equipped & cosy cottage.

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

Baie mooi, netjiese kothuis tussen die boorde.

Die omgewing is wonderlik en die ligging van hierdie kothuise is perfek om voordeel te trek uit die mooi uitsigte van die vallei en die rustigheid van die appelboorde. Daar is 'n wonderlike restaurant op die plaas en baie ander opsies vir wynproe en uiteet in die omgewing. Die huisie self is baie mooi netjies met al die geriewe wat mens sal nodig kry vir 'n naweek wegbreek. Dit is nie 'n luukse woning met DStv en internet nie, maar eerder 'n plaashuisie met net die basiese geriewe en 'n kaggel om jou behoorlik te laat afskakel van die stad se gejaag en geraas. Wonderlike plek.

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Very nice, neat cottage among the orchards.

The surroundings are wonderful and the location of these cottages is perfect to take advantage of the beautiful views of the valley and the tranquility of the apple orchards. There is a wonderful restaurant on the farm and many other options for wine tasting and dining in the area. The house itself is very nice and tidy with all the amenities one would need for a weekend getaway. It is not a luxury home with DStv and internet, but rather a farmhouse with only the basic amenities and a fireplace to let you switch off properly from the city's hustle and bustle. Wonderful place.

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

We had a wonderful time.

The cottage is lovely, location is wonderful. Karen, the owner, is helpful and friendly. The restaurant is great. I would go back anytime for a peaceful holiday.

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

Baie aangenaam.

Was baie rustig en op 'n werkende plaas.

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Very pleasant.

Was very peaceful and on a working farm.

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

Wonderful getaway on farm.

Wonderful cottage, hideaway weekend.

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

Gerieflik, baie netjies en het alles wat jy nodig het.

Ons het baie gehou van die grasperk area, kon lekker braai en die blyplek self was ook baie gerieflik.

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Comfortable, very tidy and has everything you need.

We really liked the lawn area, could have a nice barbecue and the accommodation itself was also very comfortable.

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Lavender Cottages and Libertas House 's response

Thank you Jacqueline, so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Hope we will see you again soon. Kind regards, Karin Boome.

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

Baie rustige en velige verblyf!

Baie rustige en veilige verblyf met al die basiese fasiliteite om 'n lekker verblyf te waarborg!

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Very peaceful and safe stay!

Very peaceful and safe accommodation with all the basic facilities to guarantee a nice stay!

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Nicolaas (enviro- H - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicolaas (enviro- H
With partner

Rustig, ontspanne en 'n asemrowende uitsig.

Sal definitief weer daar bly. Asemrowende uitsigte en baie rustig.

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Peaceful, relaxed and a breathtaking view.

Will definitely stay there again. Breathtaking views and very peaceful.

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Janine G - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Janine G
With partner

Sielskos.

Lavender Cottages bied 'n goeie balans, ryk in natuurskoonheid wat rustigheid vir die siel bied en 'n pols van opwinding met alles wat beskikbaar is om te doen in die omgewing. Karin se kommunikasie was fantasties en sy was baie behulpsaam, van inligting oor area tot hulp toe die geyser probleem gee, 1,2,3. toe is dit uitsorteer, met 'n opgradering. Sal vir seker weer teruggaan.

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Soul food

Lavender Cottages offer a great balance, rich in natural beauty that provides tranquility for the soul and a pulse of excitement with all that is available to do in the area. Karin's communication was fantastic and she was very helpful, from information about the area to help when the geyser gave trouble, 1,2,3. then it was sorted out, with an upgrade. Will go back again for sure.

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

Beautiful peace and serenity!

Lavender Cottage was exactly what we were 'looking' for. A really beautiful place to stay. We loved every bit of it.

Lavender Cottages and Libertas House 's response

So glad you enjoyed your stay at Lavender Cottages.
As to security, the cottages have burglar bars, security beams outside, an alarm inside, a remote with a panic button, a security gate at the farm entrance, and an armed response doing duty driving around at night.

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

Peaceful, lovely views, cozy.

Cozy cottage with wood provided. We needed it as it rained a lot. Our dogs enjoyed it too. Took along our own down duvet as it was cold in August! Will definitely go back again. Lovely host Karin!

Nicolene M - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Nicolene M
With partner

Heerlike naweek in Elgin.

Die plaas is pragtig, baie spasie vir ons hond om in te baljaar. Die kothuis is n bietjie oud maar steeds lekker om in te bly vir 'n naweek.

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Great weekend in Elgin.

The farm is beautiful, lots of space for our dog to run around. The cottage is a bit old but still nice to stay in for a weekend.

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Gerrit G - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Gerrit G
With partner

Heerlik rustig en netjies.

Het baie lekker gekuier om die vuurtjie binne in kothuis. Genoeg warm beddegoed gekry. Heerlik rustig, niemand wat jou pla nie.

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Very quiet and tidy.

Had a great time around the fire inside the cottage. Got enough warm bedding. Wonderfully peaceful, no one to bother you.

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Ronel S - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Ronel S
Family with teenagers

It was lovely to be out in the country side with fresh air and a beautiful rainbow to top it all.

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was very relaxing and a great place to unwind. There was plenty of information about what the region offers in the cottage.

Anonymous Guest - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Marnel K - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marnel K
With partner

Baie oulike plekkie en perfek vir 'n naweekwegbreek.

Mooi en oulike plaashuisie met braaigeriewe. Lekker stil en rustig op die plaas.

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Very cute place and perfect for a weekend getaway.

Nice and cute farmhouse with braai facilities. Quiet and peaceful on the farm.

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

Lovely and cosy.

Such a wonderful stay! A great breakaway spot.

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

Baie gerieflik. Eienaars is baie vriendelik en uitstekende gasvryheid.

Alles was baie lekker.

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Very convenient. Owners are very friendly and excellent hospitality.

Everything was very nice.

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Selma C - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Selma C
Family with young children

Postcard pretty.

Everything about the cottage was perfect, we even had apples waiting for us on arrival. It was clean and cozy, the only negative thing was that the fireplace made a lot of smoke and couldn't be used!

Lavender Cottages and Libertas House 's response

So sorry to hear that, such a pity. We have checked the fireplace and there does not seem to be a problem, perhaps the wood was a bit wet.

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Jill H - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jill H
With friends

Such a beautiful location and Karin is a friendly and lovely host.

Wonderful views. Quiet and serene. Enjoyed every minute of our stay.

Carmen C - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carmen C
Family with young children

Pragtige plekkie, privaat met baie mooi uitsig.

Uitstekende diens van ons gasvrou. Plekkie is pragtig en met basiese toegerus vir verblyf. Ons 10 maande oue baba, wat pas begin loop het, kon lekker op grasperk speel, en ons wolbaba na hartelus die plek verken sonder enige gevaar of beperking. Sien baie uit na ons volgende kuier.

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Beautiful place, private with a very nice view.

Excellent service from our hostess. Plekkie is beautiful and with basic equipment for accommodation. Our 10-month-old baby, who just started walking, was able to play happily on the lawn, and our wool baby explored the place to his heart's content without any danger or restriction. Looking forward to our next visit.

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

Ongelooflik.

Die uitsig oor die vallei is pragtig en so rustig in mooi natuur. Kothuis is netjies met gesellige kaggel in die winter. Lieflike sonnige braaiarea. Vandaar is daar 'n pragtige dam met dek vir 'n lekker piekniek. Die kothuis is baie veilig en is 'n moet vir 'n lekker wegbreek.

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Incredible.

The view over the valley is beautiful and so peaceful in stunning natural surroundings. Cottage is neat with a cosy fireplace in the winter. Lovely sunny braai area. From there is a beautiful dam with a deck for a nice picnic. The cottage is very safe and a must for a nice getaway.

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Lavender Cottages and Libertas House 's response

Was such a pleasure having you here....hope to see you again soon...Karin

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

Beautiful cottage in a stunning setting

A great weekend break!

Jo-ann V - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Jo-ann V
Large group

Klein, maar genoeg.

Dit is 'n baie, baie klein kothuisie, maar net mooi groot genoeg vir 'n naweekverblyf om weg te breek van tegnologie af - daar is geen internet nie, swak sein, en 'n analoogtelevisie wat binnekort afgeskakel gaan moet word. Die kombuisie is baie klein en net mooi groot genoeg vir een persoon op 'n slag, so ek dink die idee is om uit te eet by die omliggende plase of selfs die nuwe Deli op die plaas. Tog, ons het dit reggekry om te kook en die kombuisie is goed genoeg ingerig om 'n Kersete uit te wikkel. Die yskassie is klein, so gereelde avonture vir inkopies is nodig. Die res van die huisie is gemaklik ingerig en daar is alles wat nodig is, maar na 'n week het die plekkie besonders klein begin voel. Ons was 3 volwassenes, maar ek dink 'n gesin met kinders sal beter vaar oor die langtermyn. Ons het ons hond saamgeneem en het voordat ons gegaan het bevestig dat die kothuis ten volle omhein is aangesien mens dit nie lekker op die foto's kan sien nie. Ongelukkig is die stoep oop aan albei kante and die 'heining' sal net 'n perd kan inhou. So ons beveel aan dat jy gerus jou hond kan saamneem as hy vriendelik is (nie soos ons s'n nie), met die ander plaashonde oor die weg kan kom (nie soos ons s'n nie), en luister as mens hom roep (weereens, nie soos ons s'n nie). Dit is wel 'n pragtige plaas en heerlik om op rond te loop tussen die appel- en peerboorde. Maar ons voel dat die spasie en geriewe nie die prys regverdig oor die Kersseisoen nie.

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Small, but enough.

It's a very, very small cottage, but just big enough for a weekend getaway to get away from technology - there's no internet, poor signal, and an analog television that will soon have to be turned off. The kitchen is very small and only pretty big enough for one person at a time, so I think the idea is to eat out at the surrounding farms or even the new Deli on the farm. Still, we managed to cook and the kitchen is well equipped enough to roll out a Christmas dinner. The mini fridge is small, so frequent shopping adventures are necessary. The rest of the house is comfortably furnished and there is everything that is needed, but after a week the place started to feel particularly small. We were 3 adults, but I think a family with kids would do better in the long run. We took our dog with us and confirmed before we went that the cottage is fully fenced as you can't see it very well in the photos. Unfortunately the porch is open on both sides and the 'fence' will only be able to hold a horse. So we recommend that you feel free to take your dog with you if he is friendly (not like ours), can get along with the other farm dogs (not like ours), and listens when people call him (again, not like ours). It is indeed a beautiful farm and lovely to walk around between the apple and pear orchards. But we feel that the space and amenities do not justify the price over the Christmas season.

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

Die goed versorgde eertydse arbeidershuisie met die cottage garden het ons 'n pragtige uitsig oor die appelboorde en vallei gebied.

Die kaggel met genoeg vuurmaakhout vir ons 3 dae verblyf was baie welkom in die koue, nat weer en die stilte met net voëlgeluide wat dit versteur, was salig!

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The well-maintained former laborer's cottage with the cottage garden offered us a beautiful view of the apple orchards and valley.

The fireplace with enough firewood for our 3 day stay was very welcome in the cold, wet weather and the silence with only bird sounds to disturb it was blissful!

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Tamar S - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Tamar S
Family with young children

Comfortable and well-appointed house, pretty setting with lovely views across the apple fields and mountains.

Enjoyed the experience and the setting very much. Lots to do and see in the Elgin area for all ages of the family. Being a working apple farm it isn't as quiet as other country escapes we've had, but it's to be expected.

Lavender Cottages and Libertas House 's response

Hi Tamar.

May I suggest an out of season visit? April is high season on the farm, it is beautiful, quiet and peaceful today.

Best wishes,
Karin

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Mariaan L - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Mariaan L
With partner

Die area is baie mooi.

Ligging is fantasties.

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The area is very beautiful.

Location is fantastic.

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  • Capacity: 18 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 11:00
  • Address: 55 Highlands Road, Cheverells Farm, Elgin, 7180, Western Cape
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