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Matjiesvlei Retreat 1945

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.9 out of 5from 14 reviews for Matjiesvlei Retreat 1945
Cleanliness
4.9/5
Service
4.9/5
Location
4.6/5
Safety
4.9/5
Value for money
4.9/5
Gerrie J - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerrie J
With partner

Heerlike rustig omgewing so lekker diep in die berg.

Ons 2 gesinne het heerlik gekuier na die Calitzdorp-fees.

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Lovely quiet environment so nice deep in the mountain.

Our 2 families had a great time after the Calitzdorp festival.

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

Fantastiese verblyf in 'n prentjie mooi omgewing! Ons sal sonder twyfel weer by Matjiesvlei Retreat 1945 aanklop!

Die kommunikasie van ons gasvrou was vroegtydig deurgestuur met duidelike aanwysings. Ons het tot voor die deur gery- sonder gesukkel (en sonder GPS!). Dit is voorwaar 'n huis weg van die huis waar jy met die intrapslag tuis is. Lieflike kuier kombuis en ook 'n heerlike leef stoep met fantastiese braaigeriewe.

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Fantastic stay in a picture-perfect setting! We will no doubt call at Matjiesvlei Retreat 1945 again!

The communication from our hostess was forwarded early with clear directions. We drove all the way to the door - without any trouble (and without GPS!). It is truly a home away from home where you are at home as soon as you walk in. Lovely cozy kitchen and also a lovely living stoep with fantastic braai facilities.

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Michele S - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michele S

Beautiful, tranquil among the olive groves and mountains.

House was clean, the beds super comfy and warm, the finishing touches were perfect, and the decor was original, quirky, and lovely. Everything was thought of to make one's stay homely, comfortable and extremely enjoyable. Would love to go back again and stay longer.

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

Clean, comfortable, homely.

This unit is so well-maintained and clean, but fabulously homely. The location is extraordinary. One of the best places we've ever stayed at. A pity we had to leave so soon. Thank you for hosting us!

John M - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
John M
With partner

Beautifully appointed and maintained retreat in a very dry inspiring remote Swartbergvalley.

As a couple in our early 80s we found the overnight stay to be an ideal break from the long road trip. A very peaceful, off the beaten track remote breakaway 3 bedroom house ideal for 3 couples or family group to get back in to the world that has gone by. Relax, braai, walk, smell the spekboom and wonder at the spectacular mountains. Lovely, well-appointed veranda and covered braai for any weather and loadshedding! Thank you to the Nel family for opening your special retreat to us. Suggestions: I couldn't find out approximately where it was before booking, thought it was near Matjesrivier at the bottom of the Swartberg Pass. But after the booking I got good directions. When finding 1945 and the lockbox on the veranda, I was too incompetent to know how to open a lock box for the first time. I needed to flip up the black cover to expose the code wheels not push it! Also, missed the very non intrusive 1945 marking on the mile stone first time. (The house between the large new Guest House and Swartskaap at the end of the track). I will definitely try to return with friends or family.

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

Die huis was pragtig skoon en baie goed toegerus. Die omgewing is pragtig en heerlik stil.

Aanwysings het ontbreek nadat ons van die teerpad af is en daar was nie selfoonontvangs op die grondpad sodat ons kon uitvind hoe ver en waar ons huis is nie.

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The house was beautifully clean and very well equipped. The surroundings are beautiful and wonderfully quiet.

Directions were lacking after we got off the tarmac and there was no cell phone reception on the dirt road so we could find out how far and where our home was.

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Carlien G - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carlien G
Family with young children

Heerlike wegbreek weg van die stad se geraas.

As mens wil ontsnap van die woelige stadslewe, is hierdie die plek om heen te gaan. Die stilte en skoonheid van omgewing was betowerend! Ons het baie lekker gebly. Die kwaliteit van die beddegoed en handdoeke laat Matjiesvlei Retreat 1945 uitstaan bo ander plekke.

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Great getaway away from the city noise.

If you want to escape from the hectic city life, this is the place to go. The silence and beauty of surroundings was enchanting! We had a very nice stay. The quality of the bedding and towels makes Matjiesvlei Retreat 1945 stand out from other places.

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Mary Ann V - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Mary Ann V
With partner

Absolute gemak in 'n nostalgiese plaashuis omring deur die mooiste natuurskoon.

Die pragtige ou geboue, so mooi gerestoureer, genestel in die diep klowe met prentjiemooi uitsigte van aalwyne en rantjies en olyfboorde, absolute balsem vir 'n gekneusde stadsiel! Dis baie besonders.

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Absolute comfort in a nostalgic farmhouse surrounded by the most beautiful scenery.

The beautiful old buildings, so beautifully restored, nestled in the deep ravines with picturesque views of aloes and rangies and olive groves, absolute balm for a bruised city soul! It's very special.

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Belinda D - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Belinda D
With friends

Rustige, skoon natuuromgewing, perfek om te ontspan na die staff se geraas.

Meer aanwysisgs borde op pad na bestemming sal baie help, veral as jy nie bekend is met die omgewing nie en aanstons arriveer, met geen telefoonsein om enige een te kontak nie, maar was baie dankbaar om WiFi tot ons beskikking te hê nadat ons arriveer het.

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Quiet, clean natural surroundings, perfect for relaxing after the noise of the staff.

More signposts on the way to destination would help a lot, especially if you are not familiar with the area and arrive straight away, with no phone signal to contact anyone, but was very grateful to have WiFi available to us after we arrived .

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Werner L - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Werner L
Family with teenagers

Nice farm retreat to get away from everything.

The place is exactly as advertised and we enjoyed our stay in this secluded valley. What did we struggle with: 1). Bedroom 2 linen was not clean. 2). I was disappointed that there was only one bag of firewood, as the patio fireplace lends itself to a nice fire into the evening. 3). I understand that the internet will be slow in an area like this, but then I would expect a better DStv package. I was trying to watch some rugby on my iPad with limited success, as the channel was not available on the DStv package.

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

Pragtige ligging vir wegbreek.

Die huis is 'n lekker kuierhuis met die groot braaistoep en baie privaat geleë. Die uitsig en die rustigheid is salig! Baie mooi, maklike staproetes ook.

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Beautiful location for a getaway.

The house is a nice holiday home with a large barbecue patio and very private location. The view and the tranquility are blissful! Very nice, easy hiking trails too.

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Nicola M - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicola M
With friends

Rustig en pragtig in die Karoo.

Netjiese huis wat baie goed toegerus is. Mooi uitsig oor die plaas en op die berge. Lieflik om te stap en te verken. Perfekte plek om kwaliteit tyd te spandeer. WiFi beskikbaar. 1945 gaan my beslis vir 'n derde keer sien!

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Quiet and beautiful in the Karoo.

Neat house that is very well equipped. Nice view over the farm and the mountains. Lovely to walk and explore. Perfect place to spend quality time. WiFi available. 1945 will definitely see me for a third time!

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Corne K - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Corne K
Family with young children

'n Weggesteekte skat teen die voet van die Swartberge.

Matjiesvlei Retreat 1945 is sonder twyfel 'n top, bekostigbare bestemming vir die met 'n gesin van 3 tot 6 persone wat rus soek weg van die gejaag van die modern lewe. Geen selfoonopvangs, maar WiFi is perfek vir veiligheid indien noodgeval.

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A hidden gem at the foot of the Swartberg.

Matjiesvlei Retreat 1945 is without a doubt a top, affordable location for families of 3 to 6 people that are looking for a rest, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. No cellphone reception, but WiFi is perfect for safety in the case of an emergency.

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Johan B - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan B
Family with young children

Dit was uitstekende verblyf en 'n regte "retreat"!

Jinne dit was nou 'n lekker holte vir ons voet. Die huisie is lekker knus met als wat jy nodig het! Pragtige natuur en die mooiste sterre!

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It was an excellent stay and a real "retreat"!

Jinne it was now a nice cavity for our foot. The house is nice and cozy with everything you need! Beautiful nature and the most beautiful stars!

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  • Capacity: 6 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Droëkloof Pad, Matjesvlei Retreat, Calitzdorp, 6660, Western Cape
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