Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge Unit 265A Visarend
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Immaculate M - Sep 2023
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Amazing place
Danielle K - Jul 2023
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Great location and value for money.
Vanessa B - Sep 2024
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Onvergeetlik!
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Unforgettable!
Very nice stay! My suggestion is to put a bath mat in the bathroom.
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Carina P - May 2024
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Baie lekker.
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Very nice.
Nice stay. One window is broken near the back door. The back door could not open. It was repaired the next day. The toilet light bulb blew last night. Other than that, I really enjoyed it.
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Elizabeth R - Mar 2024
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In need of a refurb.
Adriaan V - Jan 2024
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Lekker gekuier maar die verblyf was nie die geld werd nie.
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Had a great time but the stay was not worth the money.
There were quite a few things in the unit that were not to be desired, but the visit to the place was, as always, very enjoyable.
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Andria P - Oct 2024
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Lekker gerus weereens.
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Have fun again.
The place is very nicely located. Kitchenware needs an upgrade. Casserole for barbecue please. Salad bowl and holder for microwave also please. Maybe put a shelf or shelf on the wall outside to put dishes on or use for work space. Not all the lights worked. Outside also by the path please.
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Matlou N - Mar 2024
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A good stay. Toilet not flushing well. Outside lights not functioning.
Karen O - Jun 2024
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Teleurgesteld.
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Disappointed.
No blankets, misunderstanding about how guests are treated, broken window frame.
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Ashnee S - Apr 2024
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No electricity outside the unit and boma, filthy linen, stained couch.
Chantelle V - Jun 2023
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Ontspannend
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Relaxing
At Mabilingwe you will definitely find rest for body and soul! The beautiful scenery, animals that come to your doorstep and tidy accommodation make it an unforgettable experience. Of course, feeding the predators is an absolute highlight. This was a weekend to remember and Mabilingwe will definitely see us more often!
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Mauritz B - Oct 2023
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Waarde vir geld maar kan doen met 'n bietjie onderhoud.
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Value for money but could do with a little maintenance.
The outside lights do not work at all, there is no lighting at the braai area. The grill must be rested on bricks and the outside tap must be fixed. Other than that, the accommodation is well located and tidy.
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Lizle D - Jul 2023
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Lekker, maar van korte duur.
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Nice, but short-lived.
We booked my son and his wife there. They told me what was wrong there. Lights wouldn't work. Kitchen was not up to expectations. Fridge keeps leaking water and stove too high to reach. The shower had no water pressure. And half a toilet roll was left for them. Beautiful place, but the above needs attention! Other than that, they were happy. They just couldn't spend another night there. Was just inconvenient with the stuff not working.
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Koos B - May 2023
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Fantasties.
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Fantastic.
The silence of the forest, the load shedding, makes it even more special. Then you hear the nightlife.
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Lindi M - Mar 2023
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Plekkie is baie oulik en kamp baie mooi.
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Plekkie is very cute and camping very nice.
Plekkie is very nicely equipped and the camp is very beautiful. Braaipelkie needs some attention. Would love to go back again. Just a pity our neighbors didn't follow the rules with the loud music they played! Our booking was for 265A but then got 265B which we were completely satisfied with.
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Anonymous Guest - Mar 2023
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Cute little house in the woods, perfect for relaxing in nature.
Cute little house in the woods, perfect for relaxing in nature.
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Gladwin M - Dec 2023
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Well refreshing.
Shaun S - Feb 2023
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Nie te vrede nie.
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Not too peace.
On arrival the password to get the key for the door was different than what was sent to me. The DStv decoder did not have a power cord so the children could watch something. The toaster did not work for bread with our breakfast. There are no braai facilities at the unit at all and it is very irresponsible to want to prop up a dish braai, without legs, with bricks and expect people to be able to use it. It is definitely the biggest turn off not to be able to barbecue at your "place" that you pay for. Didn't even know there was WiFi in the place, if there wasn't it's just maybe another complaint the next people will say. Would never want to go to the place again, not for the poor quality.
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Amelia G - Jun 2023
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Onplesierig.
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Unpleasant.
First, many of our refrigerator's shelves were missing. How should I use my fridge if most of the shelves are gone? After I complained it was promised that we would get a new fridge the next day which did not happen. Secondly, one usually goes to the forest to enjoy the silence and animal sounds. At two units next to us there was broken and built! Being woken up at six in the morning by a grinder is very unpleasant! And then we still have to listen to it all day until late at night. Couldn't the construction be done out of season!? Thirdly, the window frame was broken, which made the apartment full of dust and freezing cold. Fourth, I had to call twice to get the gate code and safe code! Something I should have gotten a long time ago! We love Mabalingwe but this experience gave us a big slip! I would not recommend the unit to anyone.
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Debbie S - Dec 2022
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Familie vriendelik.
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Family friendly.
Best vacation spot in the woods for families. Daily sports and games to keep the kids busy at the pool. Routes are very easy to go see animals yourself in the forest.
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Gerald S - Dec 2022
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It was very enjoyable.
Willem Jacobus S - Oct 2022
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Wondelike wegbreek en almal is vriendelik beslis die moeite werd.
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Wonderful getaway and everyone is friendly definitely worth it.
Nature at its best and good price.
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Colyn P - Sep 2022
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Wonderful stay.
Nkateko S - Feb 2022
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Peaceful and close to nature.
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Resort is great.
Hendry B - Apr 2022
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Eenheid het die basiese maar nie op standaard nie.
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Unity has the basic but not on standard.
Boma at unit was the highlight, basic maintenance as well as amenities not up to standard. Not really surface area in kitchen for self catering, no braai bowl. The unit was not clean. We will not stay there again.
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Sylvester N - Apr 2022
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House is very small with an awkward setup.
Jean-mari B - Apr 2021
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Perfek!
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Perfect!
We loved it and will return for sure!
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Louise S - Jan 2021
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Was baie lekker en 'n pragtige plekkie.
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Was very nice and a beautiful place.
The place was pretty neat and had everything we needed. The light by the outside sink was only broken and the plug where the oven stands was broken, but that was not a problem.
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Mynhardt K - May 2021
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Nice location with friendly staff.
Theresa C - May 2021
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Sal nie weer die eenheid bespreek nie.
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Will not book the unit again.
This particular unit had some problems. The hot tap at the sink didn't work so my husband couldn't shave. The microwave didn't have a plate in it, couldn't use it. Washbasin outside wooden door is broken and almost fell on my feet. The plug under the table by the mirror in the kitchen area does not work.
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Johan M - May 2021
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Ek is bietjie teleurgesteld oor die eenheid.
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I am a bit disappointed with the unit.
The faucet in the bathroom is broken and has no handle. Microwave's days are numbered and no longer has a plate on which you can place the food or a mug to warm up. The fridge froze everything in there so my vegetables and soft drinks and everything was rock hard. Had to pull the plug out to be able to defrost the stuff. The maid did not clean properly.
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Aneldi S - Mar 2021
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Teleurgesteld in akkommodasie.
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Disappointed in accommodation.
Layout of lodge very impractical. No surface area to make food comfortable. The one faucet didn't work. No hooks in bathroom for towels. Only one power point in whole room because one wouldn't work. No timetable for boma provided. We will not come here again.
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Charne H - Dec 2020
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Amazing.
Bea K - Jan 2020
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Gemaklike verblyf.
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Comfortable accommodation.
Well equipped unit and braai facilities.
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Ernest B - Oct 2020
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RUSTIGE, KALM ATMOSFEER
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QUIET, CALM ATMOSPHERE
PEACEFUL AND CALM ATMOSPHERE.
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Nolene B - Sep 2020
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Rustige, pragtige bosveld ervaring
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Peaceful, beautiful bushveld experience
We had a nice peaceful weekend, just a shame we couldn't spot the elephants after we crashed the park. Would suggest that they install hooks or arrangements in bathroom to hang wet towels. On arrival we saw that the bathroom light was not working after which we reported it, unfortunately we had to use the bathroom in the dark because no one came to fix the light.
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Riaan D - Feb 2020
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Baie rustig, 2 aande genoeg. Blyplek kan met 'n bietjie geld meer aangenaam wees. Pakplek en krag-proppe te min.
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Very tranquil, 2 nights is enough. Accommodation can be improved. Storage space and plugs not enogh.
View at dining area very beautiful. Warm and cold swimming pools, clean and pretty.
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Willem G - Jan 2020
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Wonderlike mooi natuur met baie foto-geleenthede en wildbesigtiging.
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Wonderfully beautiful nature with many photo opportunities and wildlife viewing.
Maintenance is required on the unit. Door and window frames have been eaten by ants. Front door has difficulty opening and closing due to ant problem Plates and cups are chipped. There is a monkey problem...they grab food etc from the unit and vehicles and are dangerous. Bench seat is unpleasant to sit on. We asked for a double bed mattress and then got 2 beds with worn mattresses pushed against each other!
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Jacqueline C - Jan 2020
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Teleurgesteld in die swak onderhoud van die eenheid.
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Disappointed in the poor maintenance of the unit.
Cute unit for 2 people that just needs very, very serious attention. Lights don't work. Water runs from behind a closed cabinet under the sink when the shower is used. Not all the power plugs inside work. The fridge, cutlery plates and cups must be replaced. Not really a self catering unit, hard to cook. More of a hotel room with a few extras.
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Mercia R - Dec 2020
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Die natuur ongelooflik maar padkaart het aandag nodig.
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The nature is amazing but road map needs attention.
I would not recommend the chalet for the following reasons: Fridge - no shelves on the inside of the fridge, freezer, no vegetable or fruit bowl(s). Kitchen utensils non-existent - scissors unusable, no paring knife. No work space in the kitchen. No cleaning accessories, e.g. broom, duster consists of 2 feathers. The kitchen cabinet doors under the stove are falling apart. The shower is not waterproof. Floor under water. The toilet does not flush properly. No separate hanging space for clothes. Inside cupboard between kitchen dishes and pots. No place to hang wet towels. We ourselves managed a hotel with self-catering units and as far as I'm concerned the chalet. Not at all suitable for a 4 day period. Osprey requires a lot of attention as far as I'm concerned.
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Quinton C - Feb 2019
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Clean and pleasant unit. Good value for money and enjoyable stay.
Lerato M - Jan 2019
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It's a lovely place to come to and the people are friendly.
Hendrik G - Feb 2019
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Baie lekker, sal weer teruggaan.
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Very nice, will go back again.
The place where we stayed needs some attention. Door handle was broken, light switch was broken, light bulbs short, there was only one bowl of porridge and one glass. Also think it will be bad for people who want to cook themselves, because when you shower all the water runs out of the window to the stove. They just need to update their road map. But was nice.
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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2019
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Unbelievable disappointment
I don't know where to start. Beautiful units, but...neglected. Osprey 165a's key was not available and we were moved to 155a. I slept on the single bed because I really didn't see a chance for the double bed mattress. Really poor and used up. My husband, who slept on the double bed, slept in the car that night because ants had occupied the bed. We didn't have insecticide to get rid of it. The pillows themselves are absolutely filthy. We saw this when we tried to find out what attracts the ants. The unit is also sufficiently equipped for an evening or two of self-catering. There is a small bar fridge, so don't take too many fridge items with you. There was an unusable grill, completely broken. Fortunately, we had one of our own. The shower was great! Nice big with high pressure. There is something seriously wrong with the geyser installed under the sink. The bathroom, especially the sink, was blazing hot, so was the cold water. The toilet seat was broken. The air conditioner worked great in the sweltering hot evening. We have rented houses in Mabilingwe several times, and were extremely disappointed in the unit. Cute units with poor management.
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Pieter V - Dec 2018
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Baie lekker plek.
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Very nice place.
Very nice place and service is very good, if you have a problem they sort they sort it out directly and everyone assists when you have a question, I will go back anytime.
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Willem W - Aug 2018
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Baie lekker rustig, alhoewel hulle ons nie in Visarend nie, maar wel Patrys geplaas het.
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Very nice and quiet, although they didn't put us in Osprey, but Partridge.
Always nice for a weekend getaway.
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Wollie P - Jan 2018
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Wow! Ons het lekker gebly.
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Wow! We had a nice stay.
Very cute places. Thanks for the extra fan. But an aircon will make a big difference. The families with the small team enjoyed it immensely and plan to come and stay here again.
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Bets H - Aug 2018
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'n Netjiese, gerieflike eenheid, teen 'n billike prys vir twee persone vir 'n kort verblyf.
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A neat, comfortable unit, at a reasonable price for two people for a short stay.
The initial problems with light bulbs and a boiler were immediately sorted out by Christa and Monique. Furthermore, the unit is well equipped. Although, shelves next to the fridge for food, drinks etc. to unpack, and a shelf at the bottom of the chest of drawers next to the bed to unpack clothes as well as a shelf or bedside table on the other side of the bed will make the unit even more comfortable, especially if visitors like to stay longer than 1 or 2 nights want to stay And maybe a bread tin? The table and benches in front of the door are much appreciated, although one cannot eat there in the evening because the light is insufficient. Because there were only two of us, we were fortunately able to fit comfortably at the small table inside. A pensioner is just looking for a table to eat at. The boma/barbecue is a winner. I would definitely vacation in the unit again regardless of above recommendations.
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Karen N - Jul 2018
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Lekker rustig vir 'n wegbreek.
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Nice and quiet for a getaway.
Mabalingwe is a stunning place to rest, and the unit is very comfortable.
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Jaco C - Jul 2018
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Dit was ongelooflik lekker om die natuur van naby te beleef.
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It was incredibly nice to experience nature up close.
My partner and I felt incredibly close to nature. It's like one big family that makes you feel at home. Of the goats, guinea fowls and aardvarks that run past people. Night monkeys, blue monkeys and a variety of bird species. We were incredibly impressed with the place and would go and rest in the forest at Mabilingwe again any day.
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Hilda K - Apr 2018
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Lekker wegbreek.
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Nice break away.
Was great thank you very much. Just sorry for the rain.
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Michelle L - Dec 2018
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Baie netjies en mooi.
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Very neat and beautiful.
It was definitely a nice place. The only thing that wasn't nice was the freezer that was frozen and the dusty items in the kitchen cabinets. Good value for money.
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Barend D - Jun 2018
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Baie lekker.
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Very nice.
Everything was nice, the service perfect and way of solving problems professionally were excellent. The promised king-size bed were twin beds pushed together and constantly moved apart during the evening. The kitchen of the house was also not fitted to the standard. It had no plug for the kettle on the counter, so it had to be plugged in under the vanity where we had to sit to make coffee. There were also two DSTV decoders but none of them worked.
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Lungile S - Oct 2018
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Excellent.
Rika C - Jul 2018
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Baie lekker.
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Very nice.
Very nice with small bomas. Sociable. Toilet water leaks on tiled floor. Half a roll of toilet paper.
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Yolande H - Aug 2018
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Rustige verblyf met diere op jou voorstoep.
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Peaceful accommodation with animals on your doorstep.
Very neat and modern accommodation. Only had a problem with toilet leaking and insufficient "plug points" for kettle and toaster.
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Eugene D - Dec 2017
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Was nie lekker nie.
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Wasn't nice.
Expected more for R1000 per night. The piggies and monkeys are cute but that's about it. There was not even a table where one could sit and eat or visit.
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- Capacity: 2 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 11:00 - Address: Off the R516, Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, Bela-Bela, 0480, Limpopo