Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge
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Ilze-marie B - Jul 2023
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Onvergeetlik!
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Unforgettable!
The location is incredibly beautiful, the place was very tidy and the tranquility was very nice after a busy week. Would definitely recommend and would definitely go again.
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Coleen V - Feb 2023
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Dit was fantasties.
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It was fantastic.
We had such a great rest and it was worth every penny. We will definitely go again.
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Corry B - Oct 2023
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Enjoyable but not for an extended stay.
Sechubej M - Mar 2024
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Relaxing.
Kobus B - Jun 2024
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Braai plek te ver vanaf verblyf.
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Braai place too far from accommodation.
Room was clean and tidy, braai place too far from accommodation.
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Ryno B - Sep 2024
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Netjiese plek wat bietjie aandag kort.
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Neat place that needs some attention.
The porch, chairs and table have not been cleaned for a long time. There are no rags or anything to clean it with. The outside broom box is full of wasps and the light by the braai area is full of water. The braai area is also far from the unit.
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Andries Petrus D - Jun 2024
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Baie teleurgesteld.
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Very disappointed.
Unit we booked was already full with other people. Unit was very neglected and was very dirty. DStv didn't work at all. The key's lock on the front door was broken. Cutlery and glasses were dirty. Shower was very dirty. Refrigerator's freezer section was broken. Boma did not come to clean the next day. Sink faucet is loose. Outside patio table and chairs were very dirty. Bedding had blood marks on it. Units really need urgent attention.
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Jan V - Sep 2023
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My hart gaan uit aan almal insluitende die diere na die brande daar die naweek. Sterkte!
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My heart goes out to everyone including the animals after the fires there this weekend. Strength!
I hope the owner and all animals are OK there.
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Selenti F - Mar 2023
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Baie lekker en rustig!
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Very nice and peaceful!
Beautiful place where you can truly relax!
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Ricky N - Sep 2023
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This is place is amazing!
Wilma D - Jul 2023
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Mabalingwe is fantasties.
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Mabalingwe is fantastic.
My two children stayed here. They were only there in the evenings. We had another unit. The power was out Friday night. On Saturday, only the kitchen's power worked. Aircon's batteries and remote fell apart. TV didn't work. Couldn't use aircon. Refrigerator did not work. No wifi reception. Couldn't recharge their phones. Mabalingwe is a fantastic resort and Elephant Camp's location is perfect. Lots to do for the kids. Was just disappointed with the unit and the kids were inconvenient.
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Dina C - Jul 2023
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Het baie lekker gebly behalwe vir die raserige bure. Het die Wildsreservaat baie geniet.
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Had a great stay except for the noisy neighbors. Really enjoyed the Game Reserve.
We had a lovely large king-size bed, but the bed linen was a bit tight. There was a double bed 'duvet inner' in a king-size duvet cover. The rest was very pleasant.
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Kabelo M - Mar 2023
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A pleasant weekend.
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We were not very impressed with the accommodation.
Upon our arrival, there were empty beer cans at the front door. The sort's drain was totally blocked we had to report twice before it was repaired on the second day of our stay. There were items missing that were indicated on the inventory, we reported immediately, they were supposed to be provided the next morning, but until we left it never happened. The boma's wall has been torn down and bad plastic chairs, not like some of the other bomas with built-in seats.
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Naomi M - Oct 2022
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Fantasties!
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Fantastic!
Best weekend! Swimming pool, squash, tennis and pit-pit were nice and close, walking distance, and it's free too! The most beautiful wildlife seen and delicious food at the restaurants. Definitely a nice getaway. Thank you Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge, we will definitely see you again soon.
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Megan O - Sep 2022
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Het die wegbreek saam met my gesin baie geniet. Sal verseker weer daar bly.
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Really enjoyed the break with my family. Will definitely stay there again.
There are plenty of activities for both adults and children. The location is not too far from our house. Prices are fair and affordable.
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Ian V - Aug 2022
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Baie lekker gewees, ook baie om te doen en die beste was dat die plaaswinkel ten volle uitgerus was met alles wat 'n mens benodig.
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It was a lot of fun, also a lot to do and the best thing was that the farm shop was fully equipped with everything you need.
Staff are very friendly and helpful. Mabalingwe is well prepared for guests in all aspects. Units are clean and very comfortable. What a wonderful place.
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Rentia E - Jun 2022
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Rustig.
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Restful.
I think maybe you could invest in generators for the price you pay, and even make a plan with WiFi. One comes to rest, but has no communication if something happens.
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Riana V - Mar 2022
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Rustige kuiertjie in netjiese atmosfeer. Al wat kortkom is dat die eenheid nie 'n boma het om by te kuier nie.
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A quiet visit in a neat atmosphere. All that is lacking is that the unit does not have a boma to visit.
What an experience that the elephants came to visit us at our unit!
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Andre V - Mar 2022
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Ons het heerlik gekuier.
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We had a great time.
It was a privilege to see so much domesticated wildlife roaming around us. We were only there for two nights but it felt like a week.
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Francois S - Feb 2022
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Uitstekened.
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Excellent.
It is value for money and you can become one with nature again.
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Garth F - Nov 2022
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Awsome experience.
Charlene J - Dec 2022
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Rustige naweekwegbreek in die pragtige natuur.
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Peaceful weekend getaway in beautiful nature.
Units are beautifully situated in the forest and rich in wildlife. Some of the units are very well equipped and beautifully laid out but dirty! Some of the units have no braai or the braai area which is the boma is dilapidated.
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Pieter D - Jun 2022
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Relaxing, could enjoy a braai, lots of animals.
Annalize V - Aug 2022
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Baie rustige en ontspanne tyd by Elephant Lodge. Van die boma's baie mooi, maar meeste boma's kort definitief aandag. Van die kommentaar op vorige besoeke, het ook gekla oor die boma's. Al was kuier lekker by EL, sal ons eerder in 'n ander kamp gaan bly met mooier uitsig. Ons het dit nietemin geniet dat van die wild so vrylik tussen ons beweeg.
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Very peaceful and relaxing time at Elephant Lodge. Some of the bomas are very beautiful, but most bomas definitely need attention. Some of the comments on previous visits also complained about the bomas. Even though the visit was nice at EL, we would rather stay in another camp with a nicer view. Nevertheless, we enjoyed having some of the wildlife move so freely among us.
We had a visitor who wanted to wash the car. Is this the norm?
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Wayne L - Oct 2022
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Begin teleurstellend maar het goed geëindig.
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Disappointing start but ended well.
Arrival. Unit could have been cleaner and neater. Weber grill was in pieces and unusable. Shower and kitchen sink outlet were clogged and were only repaired the day after. Specific unit needs attention and renovation. Many of the fixtures are already worn out and need to be replaced.
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Jaco H - Dec 2021
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Baie lekker.
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Very nice.
Very nice and clean and nice place.
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Riana J - Sep 2021
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Gerieflik, alles wat ek nodig het. Was baie lekker kuier. Sal definitief weer bespreek.
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Comfortable, everything I need. Was a very nice visit. Will definitely book again.
Everything was very neat and comfortable. The only thing I can mention is that a table or table in the braai area would be very convenient. We had an amazing visit from elephants on Saturday night.
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Gerda E - Jul 2021
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Baie lekker huisie.
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Very nice house.
Very nice playground for children. This is a great house with lots to do for children nearby. Nice wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Maverick D - Mar 2021
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Die kuier was uit die boonste rakke gewees.
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The visit was top notch.
The location, cleanliness and tranquility were breathtaking. Every morning while we were having breakfast the warthogs came to say hello.
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Dez H - Jan 2021
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Loved the chalet and the elephants visiting the camp.
Gert Vogel V - Aug 2021
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Ons het baie lekker gekuier en dit was 'n lekker week weg, baie dankie vir die rustigheid en wonderlike plekkie waar ons kon bly.
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We had a great time and it was a nice week away, thank you very much for the tranquility and wonderful place where we could stay.
We saw a lot of game and monkeys and warthogs and wild boars, they came to greet us early on, all we didn't see were elephants.
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Deon B - Aug 2021
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Rus vir die siel in God se skepping (natuur).
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Rest for the soul in God's creation (nature).
Elephant Lodge is centrally located and our unit was very suitable for two people.
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Liza P - Jan 2021
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Absolutely relaxing.
Johan L - Nov 2021
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Dit was heerlik - het lekker gerus.
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It was wonderful - rested well.
Can recommend it to everyone.
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Bruni L - Aug 2021
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Baie rustig en in die natuur.
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Very quiet and in nature.
The roads are quite confusing, unfortunately the plastic bags and papers blow into the field near staff dwellings, we saw very little wildlife. The ponds are beautiful though.
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Antonetta M - Aug 2021
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Pleasant.
Thamsanqa N - Aug 2021
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It was okay
Philip T - Jun 2021
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Goeie ligging, naby aan natuur maar ook aan die geriewe.
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Good location, close to nature but also to the amenities.
Good location, walking distance from the main amenities but still in nature. Although equipped with the basics we lacked nothing, the place was clean and everything worked well, also equipped with a good bed. The interaction with the domesticated animals that move between the chalets is really special, some of them may pose a risk to people who do not maintain safe boundaries. The monkeys are, as is the case in any nature park, a problem, eating on the stoep and in the Lapa braai is a bit of a challenge. A recommendation would be to be able to separate the porch in some way without spoiling the view. I will definitely use them again.
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Otto V - Jan 2021
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Mabalingwe is n fantastiese plek om te kuier en was weerens soos altyd baie aangenaam.
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Mabalingwe is a fantastic place to visit and was once again very pleasant as always.
The Lodge: The elephants that move through the lodge cause a lot of damage to the property as well as your vehicle. Fortunately in my case I did not experience any damage but there was a case where a person's vehicle was badly damaged by the elephants. The Accommodation: The bed linen had not been changed upon our arrival and we had to request the service staff to change the linen and clean the place, we only checked in after 3. The pillows can be washed/replaced because they smell unpleasant. The boma needs to be upgraded so that one can sit on a level surface when barbecuing. It is very uncomfortable to sit with a chair at an incline of 30 degrees and not grill. There are many of the other units in the same price class with better braai facilities.
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Jan S - Aug 2021
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Pragtige en rustige ligging, eenheid 268-A het 'n bietjie aandag nodig.
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Beautiful and peaceful location, unit 268-A needs some attention.
Minimal renovation can make the unit beautiful. We drove to Bela-Bela and bought 4 new coffee cups which we left there. The old ones were cracked, chipped and decrepit. The toaster is broken and according to the. cleaner she already reported it with a photo. It's unsafe. The braai in the boma no longer has a floor and only needs 1 wheelbarrow full of concrete to restore it 100%.
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Marc C - Apr 2021
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Great relaxing stay in nature.
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Ontspanne natuurskoon, uitmuntende verblyf.
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Relaxing scenery, excellent accommodation.
Greatly relaxed and slept. Value for money. Will definitely recommend.
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Elizabeth J - Sep 2021
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Diere is awesome maar nie die verblyf nie.
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Animals are awesome but not the accommodation.
The place was dirty and had to ask for other bedding because it was not clean. The toaster falls apart and the pan. Won't even feed my dog food from the pan. Very disappointed with the stay. Otherwise the animals are awesome had a nice massage and Mani and Pedi. Swimming pool is nice. And nicely fried. It doesn't matter what you pay for accommodation, if you rent out a place you as the owner ensure that the accommodation is clean and up to date.
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Kyla M - Oct 2021
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Eenheid 257A was regtig nie goed nie. Die lapa is onbruikbaar en lyk baie sleg. Nie een dag was daar skoonmaakdienste nie. Krane van bure maak 'n groot geraas.
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Unit 257A was really not good. The lapa is unusable and looks very bad. Not one day were there cleaning services. Neighbors taps make a lot of noise.
Elephant Lodge is very nice but not unit 257A. No lapa/boma and cleaning services as advertised. Other units very nice bomas. Sorry that it is advertised as such but is not. Other units beautiful.
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Armandt P - Nov 2020
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Amazing naweek in die Waterberge.
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Amazing weekend in the Waterberge.
The weekend was incredibly fun with a lot to do. Our accommodation was fantastic and very tidy.
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Michael V - Nov 2020
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Awesome!
Peter L - Oct 2020
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Baie lekker. Ligging is perfek. Ideaal vir n wegbreek. Alles skoon en netjies
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Very nice. Location is perfect. Ideal for a getaway. Everything clean and tidy
Elephant lodge is great value for money. Clean and tidy. I would highly recommend it.
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Melisha W - Sep 2020
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Absoluut ontspannend en goed ingerig.
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Absolutely relaxing and well appointed.
The Elephant Lodge's layout is very cute. It's spacious and has everything you need. We couldn't believe the amount of animals that walked past in front of our porch. Nyala, shallow pigs, buffalo visited us throughout the day and evening. The stoep and own boma are a great treat. The Elephant Lodge is walking distance from the platform where the game drives depart, as well as the swimming pool and shop, which makes it very convenient. The units have privacy and are built with comfort in mind. For us it was good value for money. Mabalingwe is very well maintained and we really enjoyed it.
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Hennie J - Sep 2020
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Fantasties
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Fantastic
Nice private & beautiful
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Robert T - Sep 2020
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Enjoyed the layout regarding room to boma and the frequent visits by animals.
Marius C - Aug 2020
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Baie aangenaam.
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Very pleasant.
We thoroughly enjoyed the animals that run between the houses and are very tame.
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Alan N - Aug 2020
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Loved the stay, very wild, had multiple animals passing our place daily.
Chilindy M - Feb 2020
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Was baie lekker gewees.
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Was very nice.
I would just prefer that we were told that there would be loadshedding and that there was construction right next door. We were woken up early on the Saturday morning due to the building going on.
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Heidi O - Nov 2020
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Rustige wegbreek uit die stad.
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Peaceful getaway from the city.
Very nice neat place. Will definitely book here again for a peaceful getaway in the bush.
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Jeanette P - Oct 2020
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Baie aangenaam en rustige atmosfeer.
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Very pleasant and peaceful atmosphere.
Recommendation: Handrail at stairs inside the specific chalet where we were at home. Husband had a stroke and found it difficult to go up and down the stairs.
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Rentia W - Dec 2020
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Effens teleurgesteld.
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Slightly disappointed.
The unit was not thoroughly cleaned and the bathroom roof dirty and full of marks. At R1450 per night, one does not expect plates that are full of splinters, linen that is old and full of stains, the only pot in the unit that is rusty. Loud music from other units spoils the silence of nature. Disappointed in unit 268A and would not recommend paying R1450 per night for the unit.
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Inge J - Sep 2020
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Heerlik ontspan!
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Great relax!
Sonya accommodated us by not charging us any extra for our little toddler who shared the bed with us. The house was beautifully tidy when we arrived and perfect for what we needed. Just a few things to note, as many guests apparently feed the warthogs they are a pest and so my little boy couldn't play outside on the porch. We also did not receive a code beforehand for the lockbox in which the key was placed so it was a struggle to get into the cottage. There was not enough cleaning services, only one day a cleaner came in and she only washed the dishes, did not give new clean towels or toilet paper etc.
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Riaan O - Sep 2020
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Bietjie ongelukkig oor ons veblyf.
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A little unhappy about our stay.
The lodge itself very nice but our unit's TV and air conditioner did not work. The bath towels were old with marks on them. The next day our used towels were not changed. We had to share a boma with the room next to us.
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Anonymous Guest - Mar 2020
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That's OK - but I'm not necessarily going to refer the place of residence.
The boma is dilapidated, no grill of any kind - not even a pinch grill inside the unit, and the weeds are taking over the place. The light in the boma doesn't work either, so we barbecued on the ground in front of the unit, on a grill I borrowed from the neighbor - after he barbecued. We asked the reception if they could help, but they only take care of the timeshare units apparently.
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Rob V - Sep 2020
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Inventory not up to scratch.
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Johan M - Sep 2019
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Was ongelooflik lekker.
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Was incredibly nice.
Upon arrival, security at the entrance was very helpful. On arrival at 168b everything was nicely clean. Cleaners were very friendly. Went to a restaurant where food was very tasty and staff very friendly again. All the passing staff greeted at all times. I will introduce Mabalingwe to all my friends and have already planned our next stay.
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De Clercq M - Jun 2019
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Fantastiese ervaring.
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Fantastic experience.
My wife and I had a great experience at Elephant Lodge ever since we booked, till after our stay. The rooms are very neat and has a warm atmosphere when you arrive. The private boma was the cherry on top. The biggest part of the camp spoke Afrikaans and that made us feel right at home. Our experience in terms of game in the reserve was great as well. The elephants were a highlight. I would recommend it to anyone. We'll definitely be back.
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Peter J - Apr 2019
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Die fasiliteite in die eenheid is van topgehalte. Die braai geriewe is nie so goed soos mens sal wil he nie.
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The facilities in the unit are top quality. The braai facilities are not as good as one would like.
The experience was very pleasant and I would book it again for a weekend away. The only thing is that the website says that the boma is 10 m from the cottage, when in reality it is about 30 m away, with no alternative braai facilities closer to the cottage and excavations between the cottage and the boma, it was not the most comfortable barbecue. I can't really criticize anything about the interior of the house.
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Petro V - Nov 2019
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Aamazing gewees om in die natuur te bly en rustig te wees.
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It was amazing to stay in nature and be peaceful.
My fiance and I really enjoyed it. Was peaceful and who wouldn't want to spend time in nature.
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Adele L - Oct 2019
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Mooi Bosveld-omgewing.
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Beautiful Bushveld environment.
Nice and close to Pretoria to visit on a Friday after work. Compact unit with comfortable bed. Unfortunately there were other visitors who made a lot of noise and noise and music from the pool as well as from cars was disturbing at times. If this noise can be controlled, it will be an ideal destination to fully enjoy the Bosveld.
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Cora B - Dec 2019
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Heerlik in die bosveld gekuier.
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Lovely stay in the bushveld.
Friendly and helpful staff. Good facilities.
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Monica W - Feb 2019
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Netjies en alles wat mens nodig het vir 'n naweek weg.
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Neat and everything you need for a weekend away.
See stars.
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Salome B - Mar 2019
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Baie goed ingerigte woonstel, maar nie baie skoon nie.
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Very well furnished apartment, but not very clean.
Apartment had everything we needed, and was very comfortable, but kitchen cabinets not very clean, and the whole apartment was covered in cobwebs - windows, curtains, etc. The front door also came half loose, my husband had to fix the fitting temporarily. On the first day there had been a horrible black discharge in the shower water while we were still showering. As a result, the entire shower, washcloths and towels were pitch black when we finished - not a nice experience at all.
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Janet V - Sep 2019
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Baie lekker gebly.
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Very nice stay.
Very nice stay. Will go again.
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Marguerite N - Feb 2019
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Rustige plekkie vir 'n vinnige wegbreek!
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Tranquil place for a quick getaway!
Very neat, beautiful and well-equipped unit. You can sit outside on the patio almost all day and watch the animals (such as kudu, impala, nyala and warthogs) passing by or listening to the wide variety of birds in the trees. Other facilities at Mabalingwe are also good. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, good food and a beautiful view.
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Natasha V - Jan 2019
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Verblyf was baie netjies en gerieflik, reëlings was baie goed getref.
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Accommodation was very neat and comfortable, arrangements were very well made.
We will definitely visit again, we really enjoyed it!
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Evlyn M - Dec 2019
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Warm!
Marius S - Apr 2019
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Stil, ontspannend gedurende die week.
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Quiet, relaxing during the week.
Our stay was very nice but the following bothered me: The unit is dark and gloomy inside, luckily we were mostly outside. We fell over the steps a few times and would not recommend it for older guests. The cleaners were noisy. The floor area to the kitchen has a small step and because the teal color doesn't change on the step, we fell over it a few times. The sink faucet in the kitchen is broken/loose. We were under the impression that it was a detached unit, but we had to share a braai with our neighbours. The bomas are dilapidated and lack maintenance. The maps of the roads in the area are not up to date and not to scale. We liked the following: Great shower. You can drive around and view wildlife on your own. Tame wildlife that walks past the unit. Roads are in good condition despite the recent rain. Everything you need in the chalet, except an oven.
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Anonymous Guest - Jul 2019
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Accommodation is adequate in every way..very comfortably furnished.
Our stay for a short weekend getaway met our expectations in every way. Unit so nicely furnished with everything needed. However noticed 3 of d light bulbs in d living area were not working so lighting was not so good. Was unsuccessful in locating maintenance team by phone to come and repair. Overall...good comfortable stay. Will definitely visit again.
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Johan S - Nov 2019
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Huishouding nie na wense.
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Not good.
Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge is nice to stay at as it is close to all amenities. The Unit (168A) we stayed in just needs a lot of work. There is a list of items that should be in the unit, but many of them are not there. In total, 16 items. I passed it on to Sonja (the owner) and Christa (housekeeping). Sonja's attitude was that she would sort it out tomorrow. The unit was not prepared for new visitors at all. The safe was locked and we could not lock up our valuables. The DStv's remote control didn't work at all and I even had to put in new batteries. There was no bathroom mat in the bathroom and according to the list there should be one. We just had to slip-slide across a tile floor. There were no wine glasses, but according to the list there had to be 4 wine glasses. Only got 2 wine glasses a day later. There was no bottle opener and it was replaced with a can opener. On our second last day, the cleaner only cleaned the place at 12:30 because she was unsure whether it was our last day or not. At least I would expect that, after reporting all the stuff, at least Christa or Sonja would find out if everything was okay, but it didn't happen.
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Richard D - Aug 2019
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Kort herstelwerk.
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Short repairs.
The morning of our arrival I received an email saying we were checked into another room due to repairs. Upon arrival, other people were in the unit and we were then back to the original unit. Shower head broken and spraying whole world. Generally short spot repairs.
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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2019
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Nice area, dirty room!
Assume there is new management. Go and do a little inspection in the room: - everything in the kitchen is covered in dust - bed was made very poorly and did not look clean - sink faucet is loose, sink cabinet is also loose - toilet brush is broken - shower needs a good wash (my hostel showers were dirty but not as dirty as your shower) I pay R1350 to shower with patches! - your safe is broken (open on any number) "Far from your good, near your harm"
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Wilhelm C - Apr 2019
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Mabalingwe was lekker ontspanne en was lekker om vir naweek weg te breek.
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Mabalingwe was nice and relaxed and was nice to get away for the weekend.
The stay at Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge was neat and clean. The boma barbecue next to the water stream is a plus. However, the following detracted from an otherwise enjoyable weekend: 1. The remote control (remote) of the DStv did not work. This was brought to Sonja's attention via SMS, to which she replied that I had to buy batteries from the shop on site, which they did not have in stock. 2. The bathroom door could not close. 3. Water leaked into the kitchen when it rained on Sunday. 4. Chairs at braai boma were dirty.
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Magda S - Jan 2019
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Ons was uiters teleurgesteld in die toestand van ten minste 2 van die 3 eenhede wat ons bewoon het en voel dit het ook Mabalingwe se naam skade gedoen.
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We were extremely disappointed in the condition of at least 2 of the 3 units we occupied and feel this has also damaged Mabalingwe's name.
We booked three units: 167A & B, as well as 168A and had to pay the full amount as early as April 2018, which was unusual. All the units were not in an acceptable condition and did not meet the expectation as we know Mabalingwe. Since we had no other option, we just stayed there. Although unit 168A has been upgraded, derelict work was clearly visible (the two-plate stove is clearly the one previously in use). Every time it rained (which was almost daily) the kitchen overflowed, as well as roof leaks all over the bed and the bed was mostly wet, although we tried to stop with containers. Unit 167A had water leaks in the toilet and bathroom, so the towels were constantly being used to catch the water. The toilet seat needs to be replaced and so are several other faults. Unit 167B also has water leaks in bathroom and toilet - same situation with towels that had to be used to stop/catch water, this toilet had no mechanism in the toilet. The front door lock of 167B was faulty. Both of these units' kitchen cupboard doors were broken off and 167A had almost no TV reception. So there were also several other errors and there was also no inventory that we could go through. Overall it was not acceptable and therefore not a pleasant stay and feel that we should be compensated for all the inconvenience. It definitely did NOT live up to the quality and standard of Mabalingwe that we have become accustomed to over several years.
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Silvia N - Sep 2018
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Fantasties.
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Fantastic.
It was very neat and everyone is so friendly there, really value for money.
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Sandra R - Sep 2018
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Animals right outside our room, peaceful breakaway.
Ian B - Jul 2018
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Dit was 'n wonderlike naweek!
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It was a great weekend!
Absolutely wonderful weekend. The drives through the park were good and saw quite a bit of wildlife. The unit was clean and tidy with everything you need. The service from start to finish was professional and my booking was done promptly. Definitely a place that gets 5 star recommendation!
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Wikus R - Jun 2018
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Baie aangenaam gewees.
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It was very pleasant.
Will go there again sometime, it was very nice and very nice stay, the place was very helpful at all times.
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Judy R - May 2018
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Pragtige, skoon en netjiese plek.
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Beautiful, clean and tidy place.
Their service is great! We have our binoculars etc. forgot there The same day I got an email from Sonja to tell me that Nick had it and would keep it for us. Thank you so much for your honesty and wonderful service. The accommodation is ideal for 2 people and beautifully clean and lovely in nature.
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Errol M - Apr 2018
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Waarde vir geld, nader reistyd. Baie wild en een van beste plekke op ons lys vir vakansie.
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Value for money, nearer travel time. Very wild and one of the best places on our list for vacation.
Nice places to eat with friendly staff and real Bushveld with fresh air, lots of wildlife and very conveniently close to everything as well as nice swimming pools. This place will always remain tops. Many thanks to everyone.
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Elize H - Apr 2018
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Heerlike wegbreek.
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Great getaway.
Little gem in beautiful Mabalingwe. Perfect for a getaway.
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Reg C - Apr 2018
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Fantasties, mooi, skoon en lekker.
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Fantastic, beautiful, clean and delicious.
We had such a good time there. Very nice and clean.
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Natasha F - Feb 2018
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Heerlike bos wegbreek! Beste plek om uit die stad te kom.
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Great forest getaway! Best place to get out of the city.
Had a wonderful weekend break, the place is beautiful and peaceful. We enjoyed it very much.
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Benita H - Jan 2018
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Baie lekker en ontspannend.
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Very nice and relaxing.
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Brent C - Nov 2018
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Perfect location with access to all Mabalingwe amenities.
Adele J - Apr 2018
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Baie gasvry.
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Very hospitable.
Fantastic service and facilities. Especially the restaurant and game drive.
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Michael M - Dec 2018
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Dit was lekker, groot bed en air-con. Julle is alles.
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It was nice, big bed and air-con. You are everything.
We were at a wedding at Elements, it would be nice if you could open the other gate so that we didn't have to drive that dirt road for so long, otherwise it was great. Saw many goats at 1 o'clock in the morning so it was nice, the bed was very big and the air-con very cold so it was also great.
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Nj P - Nov 2018
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Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge is wonderful!
Leandi D - Nov 2018
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Besonders en ongelooflik mooi met diere wat tot by jou deur kom.
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Special and incredibly beautiful with animals that come to your door.
Very beautiful, peaceful and exceptional bushveld experience! Animals come right up to your porch and there are many beautiful views and a variety of animals to see. Definitely an experience that will be remembered.
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Chene S - Jun 2018
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Ons het lekker gerus en baie lekker gekuier dankie.
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We rested well and had a great time, thank you.
Room number 21 (Peace) was clean and tidy. Just a few things that I think could be addressed: The Boma's light didn't work and as a result we couldn't barbecue there in the evenings. There is only one pot and pan, I would suggest putting another pot/pan there as well and maybe 2 more plates so that you don't have to wash the dishes every time before you want to eat something else. Attention can be given to the kitchen. In front of the unit it is not so tidy, there are bushes that have been cut down and bits of paper etc. here and there.
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Danél V - Mar 2018
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Fantasties.
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Fantastic.
Very neat with the most beautiful nature.
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Lu-anne D - Aug 2018
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We had a quiet pleasant stay, the perfect place just to regroup and rest.
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Goed, maar daar was foute in die eenheid.
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Okay, but there were errors in the unit.
We had a great stay! The pipe under the kitchen cupboard is leaking and there is a problem with the door lock. The pot that is there is rusted. Also only 1 large plate.
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Andile M - Feb 2018
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Can't wait to bring my whole family, love the place!
Melissa G - Jul 2018
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Was an amazing weekend.
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Wilma J - May 2018
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Dit was baie lekker en warm.
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It was very nice and warm.
The place is very clean. Can make a plan and close-off the kitchen section (rain). The lights outside don't work and the braai area can be improved.
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Floris R - Jan 2018
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Good location if you want to be close to the shops and pool.
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Was baie lekker en gerieflik vir die doel waarmee ons daar oornag het (troue).
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Was very nice and convenient for the purpose we spent the night there (wedding).
Cute little and intimate place. Ideal for newlyweds. Would not recommend for families with small children (0-2yrs), for longer than 1 night, but was perfect for the purpose we went with (wedding). Neat and clean.
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Elsie M - Jun 2018
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Baie groot teleurstelling.
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Big disappointment.
There are no lights to the braai area. No lights in the braai area. No lights at the outside dining table. Not enough cutlery. Noisy neighbours that curse and swear.
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Magriet H - Sep 2018
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Perfekte ligging, verblyf teleurstellend.
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Perfect location, disappointing stay.
Perfect location and it's very nice with all the animals that come around to the unit, even a herd of buffalo they came to make their home on our front porch one night. Mabilingwe in itself is a very nice lodge with plenty to do, good facilities, restaurants and game drives. Unfortunately, our stay at Elephant Lodge was disappointing. The toilet leaks and there's an unpleasant smell all the time. The bath/shower was leaking on the floor and was soaking wet as well as the shower head was spilled and just lying to one side. The front door and back door locks do not work well. We only had 2 plastic chairs that were so dirty that I had to wash them myself first with no table that you can use if you sit outside and barbecue or make breakfast. No braai tongs were available and the small fridge does not get cold at all. The place has so much potential but it doesn't seem like much attention is paid to the cleanliness around the units and at the bomas. The bomas are not cleaned and neither are the units, so trash inside the unit so if you have a lot of trash it smells later and you can't put the trash outside because then the monkeys will make a mess of it. There is also no privacy between your unit and the neighbors. So you just have to put up with their music, loud talk etc. Really think that management can take better care of the cleanliness of the lodge and improve the kitchen area. Was generally disappointing about the cleanliness and poor maintenance because it can be such a nice place.
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Anonymous Guest - May 2018
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Well rested.
The kitchen equipment could be improved there were no tongs or extra pots to cook food but was otherwise clean and tidy.
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Bernice B - Jul 2018
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Perfekte ligging, verblyf 'n groot teleurstelling.
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Perfect location, accommodation a big disappointment.
When we arrived in the afternoon, the cleaner informed us that unfortunately they did not have towels ready for us, they would not be ready for us until the next day. After unpacking, we realized our back door wasn't working. We called Sonja and she did arrange for them to fix it. Christa was with us and was really helpful and the next day brought a new doorknob that my husband put in (he offered to help). When we wanted to eat in the evening after our barbecue, we had one plate, and one knife and fork, with a small plate and two porridge bowls. Had to arrange for it again. We had enough crockery for a day after they brought it the next day. A day later when we made our breakfast in the morning, there were no plates. I sent Sonja an e-mail, which she has not yet answered, because my call was not answered. My husband called her and she said that the monkeys had broken the plates the day before and that they were now in town to buy new ones. Surely they can let you know, if that was the case, that unfortunately you won't have any plates, because it seems to me they don't keep stock, or bring you others? I let them know twice that the sink outside is leaking, so all your shopping gets wet inside the closet. Nothing done about it. The toilet broke, which my husband fixed himself. The window above my head was broken. You couldn't close the window properly and as a result a cold wind blew above my head all night. Love the forest and must say the experience outside was wonderful. The animals come right up to you, but the stay was really a disappointment. I really think it's either not managed well, or someone somewhere just doesn't really care. I don't like Russia and will avoid it at all costs and I'm not complaining either, but this was really just a disappointment from the moment we got there.
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Melissa J - Dec 2017
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Dit was baie lekker.
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It was very nice.
We really enjoyed it and Mabalingwe is an awesome place!
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Aaldert P - Dec 2017
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Ontspannend.
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Relaxing.
A mosquito trap per unit would really help.
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Cindy V - Dec 2017
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Fantasties.
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Fantastic.
Had too little time to see and do everything. Will definitely book again for a little longer. Fantastic. Can't wait to go again. Tranquility and so much more.
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Carina T - Dec 2017
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Was vuil en onversorg.
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Was dirty and unkempt.
Toilet leaking and our little house smelled bad for 2 days and the floor was wet, didn't even want to go to the bathroom, and no one came to clean. The shower was clogged, and the whole cottage almost flooded, had to use the towels to dry. The braai area looked bad with all the bottles still lying there. The front door lock needs to be replaced, it gets stuck, then it can't open again. The house definitely needs attention.
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- Capacity: 8 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: Mabalingwe Game Reserve, R516, Bela-Bela, 0480, Limpopo