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Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.5 out of 5from 51 reviews for Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Cleanliness
4.4/5
Service
4.7/5
Location
4.6/5
Safety
4.7/5
Value for money
4.3/5
Phillippus V - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Phillippus V
With partner

Rus vir die siel.

Was iets besonders gewees. Die staf was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.

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Rest for the soul.

Was something special. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

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Tommy P - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tommy P
With partner

Great maar afgeleef.

Was heerlik, maar bietjie baie afgeleef. Als werk maar net bietjie detail wat opgradeer moet word.

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Great but tired.

Was delicious, but a bit tired. Als works but just some detail that needs to be upgraded.

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Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Geagte Tommy P

Dankie vir jou deurdagte resensie! Ons waardeer opreg jou terugvoer oor die behoefte aan 'n bietjie herstelwerk aan ons bote. Ek is opgewonde om te deel dat Old Willow No7 baie onlangs onder nuwe eienaarskap gekom het, en ons is daartoe verbind om aansienlike verbeterings regdeur die eiendom aan te bring en het klaar begin.

Jou kommentaar sal ons help om ons opknappings en verbeterings te prioritiseer. Ons wil verseker dat elke gas 'n gemaklike en aangename ervaring het. Ons hoop jy sal dit oorweeg om in die toekoms weer by ons te bly om die positiewe veranderinge eerstehands te sien!

Weereens dankie vir jou insette, en ons sien uit daarna om jou binnekort terug te verwelkom!

Groete
Philip

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Rob M - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Rob M
With partner

Simply amazing getaway.

My partner and I spent 3 amazing evenings on the Kingfisher Houseboat. The weather was idyllic with our time on the boat between cold fronts. We watched the sunset from the roof every night and even had a little dance as the sun went down. Jones and his team made sure we were well taken care of and know the river well.

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Dear Rob M

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your wife enjoyed your stay with us. It’s always our goal to create a memorable experience for our guests, and we’re glad we could contribute to that.

We hope to welcome you both back soon for another relaxing getaway!

Warm regards,
The Owner

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Thelma M - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Thelma M
With partner

One night was enough; you can't stay for long.

The toilet and the bathing arrangements are very small. The water was cold.

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Dear Thelma

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. I’m sorry to hear that the water temperature and the size of the bathroom did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide a comfortable stay for all our guests, and your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve.


Regarding the water temperature, I will ensure our team looks into this issue right away. We offer 24/7 support; please contact us next time as 99% of the time it is previous guests who adjusted the temperature knobs on the gas geyser for a cold shower on purpose.


As for the bathroom size, we understand that space can be a concern, and we appreciate your understanding as we work within the confines of our houseboats, and we clearly show the size of the bathroom in our photo gallery.


Please feel free to reach out to me directly if you do decide to visit again—I’d love to ensure your next stay is much more enjoyable.


Best regards,
Philip
The New Owner

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Neil D - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Neil D
With partner

Dit was so lekker rustig en ontspannend.

Dit was ons beste huweliksherdinking ooit, dis een om vir altyd te onthou. Ek sal dit definintief weer doen, die keer in die hartjie van die somer.

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It was so peaceful and relaxing.

It was our best wedding anniversary ever, it's one to remember forever. I would definitely do it again, this time in the heart of summer.

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

Excellent.

We did not have the best weather but will definitely go again. We had the most amazing experience.

Eben J - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Eben J
With partner

Awesome adventure for my wife and me, very cozy and neat would definitely book this trip again!

Thank you to Albert and his colleague who were both very friendly.

Danelle D - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Danelle D
Family with teenagers

Heerlike wegbreeknaweek.

Diens is fantasties en dit was 'n heerlike avontuur. Die bote is egter effens verweer en benodig bietjie liefde. Die slaapgeriewe is defnitief te klein vir 2 ouers met 2 groot tienerseuns.

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Great getaway weekend.

Service is fantastic and it was a great adventure. However, the boats are slightly weathered and need some love. The sleeping facilities are definitely too small for 2 parents with 2 large teenage sons.

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Pine P - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Pine P
With partner

Aan verwagtinge voldoen.

Die bote binnekant kort aandag- nie so luuks as wat die foto's wys nie.

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Meet expectations.

The boats interior needs attention - not as luxurious as the photos show.

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Gretha A - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gretha A
Family with young children

Relaxing, peaceful, beautiful nature and very enjoyable

This was one of the most enjoyable holidays to spent time with each other as a family. Plenty of fish was caught and released. Staff very friendly. You will see us again.

Schalk V - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Schalk V
With friends

Baie dankie, ons het dit baie geniet.

Sien sterre.

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Thank you very much, we really enjoyed it.

See stars.

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Nadia K - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nadia K
With partner

Ongelooflike ervaring.

Was 'n heerlike ondervinding. So rustig, die twee dae het soos twee weke gevoel. Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters se diens is puik en ek sal dit vir enige paartjie of selfs gesin aanbeveel. Dankie.

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Incredible experience.

Was a wonderful experience. So peaceful, the two days felt like two weeks. Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters' service is superb and I would recommend them to any couple or even family. Thank you.

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Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Baie dankie Nadia.
Ons sal jul graag weer will verwelkom.
Groete
Annatie

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Lucas P - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lucas P
With partner

Baie lekker uniek.

Baie lekker in die natuur, lekker visvang en gemaklik. Die mense is baie hulpvaardig.

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Very nice and unique.

Very nice in nature, nice fishing and comfortable. The people are very helpful.

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Stefan L - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stefan L
With partner

Baie lekker wegbreek.

Wat 'n lekker ondervinding. Die rivier was rustig, so dit het gevoel of ons alleen op die rivier was. Die huisboot is gerieflik vir 2 mense. Sal dit weer doen.

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Very nice getaway.

What a great experience. The river was calm, so it felt like we were alone on the river. The houseboat is convenient for 2 people. Will do it again.

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Coleen B - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Coleen B
With partner

Most amazing experience!

Evertything was amazing, the staff, the boat, and the entire experience.

Tertia V - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tertia V
With partner

Die huisboot-ervaring was baie lekker, maar die bote kort bietjie aandag opknapwerk t.o.v. meublement asook kombuisgeriewe.

Die boothuis-ervaring op die rivier was baie lekker, en ons het die privaatheid daarvan geniet, asook die feit dat mens op die boot kon braai, en by seker plekke afklim vir restaurante, spa's ens. Die bote is egter bietjie aan die ou kant, en kort beslis opknapwerk. Melamienafwerkings is al beskadig, vloere nie meer gelyk, radio en sommige ligte werk nie, ens. Ongelukkig het ons yskas en oond ook nie gewerk nie, maar die Old Willow Oord het darem vir ons van 'n koelerboks met baie ys voorsien, wat dit bietjie makliker gemaak het. Ons het maar bes gegee met die oond, en die vuurtjie gebruik. Ons het darem afslag gekry omdat ons geriewe nie ten volle bruikbaar was nie. Maar die plekkie was nietemin skoon. Sal steeds aanbeveel vir 'n rustige tyd in die natuur.

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The houseboat experience was very nice, but the boats need some attention refurbishing. furniture as well as kitchen facilities.

The boathouse experience on the river was very nice, and we enjoyed the privacy of it, as well as the fact that you could barbecue on the boat, and get off at certain places for restaurants, spas, etc. However, the boats are a bit on the old side, and definitely need refurbishment. Melamine finishes are already damaged, floors are no longer level, radio and some lights do not work, etc. Unfortunately, our fridge and oven didn't work either, but the Old Willow Resort at least provided us with a cooler box with lots of ice, which made it a little easier. We did our best with the oven, and used the fire. At least we got a discount because our facilities were not fully usable. But the place was clean nonetheless. Would still recommend for a peaceful time in nature.

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Andrew P - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Andrew P
Family with young children

Excellent experience. Will do it again.

Will recommend sleeping over on the Millionaire's Bend side as the Taaibos Spruit sleepover spot is way to noisy with the highway being so close to the river. Maps need to be updated in order to give more clarity on where to cruise and sleep over and where not. In general a very nice experience and will do it again.

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Good day Andrew,

Thank you we look forward to welcoming you again.

Kind Regards
Annatjie

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Tersia S - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Tersia S
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker, maar die bote is oud en afgerem.

Aangenaam, maar te klein vir 2 ouers en 2 kinders. Maksimum 2 mense.

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Very nice, but the boats are old and braked.

Pleasant, but too small for 2 parents and 2 children. Maximum 2 people.

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Katrien B - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Katrien B
With partner

Baie lekker vir 'n naweek.

Daar is nooit genoem dat jy uitsig van al die huise en paleise moet oornag nie. Dit los jou maar met 'n paar opsies,dit is as jy eerste daar is. Klein sy inhamme tussen die riete, waaraan jy ook jou boot moet anker. Daar was ook nie genoem dat die meeste plekke wat jy wel aan wal kan gaan, jy by die restaurant moet gaan eet nie. By die Emirates Casino mag jy ook nie stop nie, maar 'n hele ent van hulle af, waarna jy met 'n bussie vervoer sal word daarheen. En hulle kan maar gerus ook belê in nuwe oortreksels vir hulle banke en matras, dit lyk afskuwelik. Met elke nuwe gas word alles mooi skoongemaak, maar regtig hulle draai daai sopnat kussing net om.

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Very nice for a weekend.

It was never mentioned that you have to spend the night overlooking all the houses and palaces. It only leaves you with a few options, that is if you are there first. Small side inlets between the reeds, where you also have to anchor your boat. It was also not mentioned that most places you can go ashore, you have to eat at the restaurant. At the Emirates Casino you may not stop either, but quite a distance from them, after which you will be transported there by van. And they can also invest in new covers for their couches and mattresses, they look hideous. With each new guest, everything is cleaned nicely, but really they just turn that soggy pillow over.

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Tommy P - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tommy P
Family with teenagers

Sal graag weer wil gaan as die weer beter is.

Ons was baie welkom ontvang (en het maklik die ingang gekry soos per aanwysings). Daar was genoeg behulpsame hande om ons te help om ons bagasie van die kar af tot by die boot te kry. Alhoewel dit die hele naweek sonder ophou gereën het, het ons nog steeds elke oomblik geniet. Als op die boot het 100% gewerk en ons was baie mooi ingelig van die reëls en waar ons kon oornag. Saterdag het ons weer by die jetty gestop en die boot, kajuit en dek is silver skoon gemaak. Toilette is skoon gemaak, batterye gelaai en watertenke volgemaak. Ek sal dit aanbeveel en ons sal beslis weer teruggaan vir 'n naweek.

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Would love to go again if the weather is better.

We were very warmly welcomed (and easily found the entrance as per directions). There were enough helpful hands to help us get our luggage from the car to the boat. Even though it rained all weekend, we still enjoyed every moment. Everything on the boat worked 100% and we were very well informed of the rules and where we could spend the night. On Saturday we stopped at the jetty again and the boat, cabin and deck were cleaned. Toilets were cleaned, batteries charged and water tanks filled. I would recommend it and we will definitely go back for a weekend.

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Charlene O - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charlene O
With partner

Wonderfull experience.

The houseboat is a different experience, something everybody should try at least once. The staff at Old Willow No. 7 Houseboat Charters are very friendly and helpful. The boats are maintained well and in good condition. The cabin was clean, small yet comfortable, and I enjoyed the stay very much.

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Baie dankie, ons sal jul graag weer wil verwelkom wanneer dit nie reën nie.
Baie dankie
Groete
Annatjie

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Yolandi M - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yolandi M
Family with young children

Fantastic!

A wonderful adventure with a great company. Everyone needs to do this at least once. Although we are planning many more such trips now that we have done it!

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Yolandi

Thank you look forward to welcome you back.

Kind Regards
Annatjie

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Suzette K - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Suzette K
With partner

'n Absolute moet vir elke een!

Die grootste verassing ooit! Alles wat jy mag nodig kry op die water en die vriendelikste diens op die dokke! Ons sal dit vir enige paartjie aanbeveel. Dit was 'n belewenis en ons sal Old Willow No. 7 Houseboat Charters beslis gou weer besoek. Puik diens!

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An absolute must for every one!

The biggest cremation ever! Everything you might need on the water and the friendliest service on the docks! We would recommend it to any couple. It was an experience and we will Old Willow No. 7 Houseboat Charters will definitely visit again soon. Great service!

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Zack L - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zack L
With partner

Dit was 'n fantasties ondervinding en heeltemal iets anders as die gewone.

Ons het 'n fantastiese bootrit gehad en die verblyf op die huisboot is regtig 'n lekker ervaring. Ons het by die River Palace Restaurant geëet en dit was great. Overall, was dit baie lekker.

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It was a fantastic experience and completely different than the usual.

We had a wonderful boat trip and the accommodation on the houseboat was really a good experience. We ate at the River Palace Restaurant and it was great. Overall it was very nice.

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Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Peet
Baie dankie sien uit om julle weer te verwelkom

Groete
Annatjie

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Madie V - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Madie V
Family with teenagers

Heerlike ontspannende twee dae op die water.

Die yskas het nie gewerk nie, maar ons het 'n groot koelboks vol ys gekry toe ons dit aanmeld, wat opgemaak het daarvoor. Ons sal dit beslis weer doen.

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Lovely relaxing two days on the water.

The fridge didn't work, but we got a big box full of ice when we reported it, which made up for it. We will definitely do it again.

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Martha R - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Martha R
With partner

Awesome, different experience.

Very relaxing and great experience. Staff were great and very helpful. We will be back for sure.

Gustav P - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gustav P
With partner

Georganiseerd! Altyd vriendelik en dit was 'n awesome tyd!

Ek sal Old Willow No.7 aanbeveel vir enige iemand. Hulle help altyd waar hulle kan. Hulle maak seker dat mens op jou gemak is. Hulle gee altyd diens met 'n smile! Dit is altyd lekker saam hulle!

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Organised! Always friendly and it was an awesome time!

I will recommend Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters to anyone. They always help wherever they can. They make sure that you are at ease. They always give service with a smile! It's always fun with them!

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Frans O - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Frans O
With partner

Baie lekker gewees, sal weer dit doen.

Sal weer gaan, tyd net te vining gegaan.

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Loved it, would like to do so again.

Would love to go again. Time just went by too fast.

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Gerhard K - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerhard K
With partner

Dankie vir 'n belewenis. Kom weer terug.

Al wat ons kan sê is dankie. Wonderlike belewenis en ongelooflike personeel. Niks is vir hulle moeite nie. Sal dit vir seker aanbeveel oral waar ons kom. Dit sal by ons 'n jaarlikse instelling word.

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Thanks for an experience. Come back again.

All we can say is thank you. Wonderful experience and amazing staff. Nothing is too much trouble for them. Will definitely recommend it anywhere we go. This will become an annual institution with us.

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Doreen R - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Doreen R
With partner

Dis 'n visvang-paradys daai en 'n ondervinding soos min.

Ons het dit nou baie geniet, veral omdat dit die eerste keer was dat ons op 'n boot gekom het en dit nog self moes ry. My man wil nie eers terugkom nie. Hy het sy grootste vis nog daar gevang. Hy skat hom so 10 kg karp. Hy sal beslis weer gaan. Ons het dit regtig baie geniet.

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This place is a fishing paradise and was a very special experience

We enjoyed it very much, especially because it was the first time we got on a boat and had to steer it ourselves. My husband didn't even want to go back home. He caught his biggest fish yet. He estimates the carp to be approx. 10 kg. He will definitely stay here again. We really enjoyed it.

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Kim W - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kim W
With partner

Great value for money.

5 days on the water is just what was needed to de-stress - had an absolute fantastic time. The staff were great, very helpful as well, even advising what the fish were eating. We will be back for sure. Thank you all very much.

Ilze V - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ilze V
Large group

Belewenis!

Baie ontspannend en ’n belewenis gewees!

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Great experience!

Very relaxing and great experience.

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Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

It was a real pleasure to have you and your crew stay with us. Hoping to see you soon.

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Vanessa V - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Vanessa V
With partner

Absolutely amazing.

Great getaway so close to home, everything was just great.

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Hi Vanessa

It was great having you on board.
Looking forward to welcoming you once again

Sandy

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Hennie K - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Hennie K
With friends

Definitely something everybody has to experience.

Awesome experience. Fishing is good and if you do not fish, the relaxation is a must!

Anri C - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Anri C
With partner

Dit was baie ontspannend.

Was baie lekker gewees. Maak seker jul lees die "Manual" voor jul op jul vaart gaan want dit sal alles net makliker maak. Kan dit aanbeveel vir enige iemand wat regtig nodig het om te ontspan. Sal dit weer doen en die keer die keer sal ons die kinders saam vat.

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It was very relaxing.

Was very nice. Make sure you read the "Manual" before you go on your cruise because it will only make everything easier. Can recommend to anyone who really needs to relax. Will do it again and next time we will take the kids with us.

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Ansie B - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ansie B
Family with teenagers

Awesome verby!

As die tieners dit geniet het, sê dit baie! Eersteklas diens ontvang vir ons wegbreeknaweek, dankie Sandy. Puik assistente aan wal om bystand te lewer. Het dit reeds aanbeveel.

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Very awesome!

It says a lot when the teenagers enjoyed it! The service was very good for our getaway weekend, thank you Sandy. Good assistants close by to help you. Already recommended it.

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Estelle E - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Estelle E
With partner

Awesome.

Die personeel is ongelooflik vriendelik en behulpsaam. Alles is mooi en skoon. Julle sal ons beslis weer sien.

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Awesome.

The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Everything is nice and clean. You will definitely see us again.

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Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Hi Estelle,
The pleasure was all ours.
Looking forward to welcoming you once again.
Sandy

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Marlene D - Feb 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marlene D
With partner

Wonderlike ervaring!

Die bespreking en inligting sessie was baie professioneel. Dit was 'n ervaring wat ek vir almal sal aanbeveel.

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Wonderful experience!

The booking and information session was very professional. It was an experience I would recommend to everyone.

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Werner L - Feb 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Werner L
With partner

Lieflike belewenis.

Ervaring wat mens moet probeer. Ongelooflik baie geniet. Die weer het mooi saam gespeel, rivier was stil en het net elke sekonde van die omgewing,natuur en atmosfeer geniet.

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Lovely experience.

Experience one must try. Unbelievably enjoyed. The weather cooperated nicely, river was quiet and just enjoyed every second of the environment, nature and atmosphere.

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Rentia D - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Rentia D
With partner

Moeite werd

Om die anker te laat sak en te lig was bietjie van 'n probleem. Moet langs die boot loop, maar verder was dit 'n baie lekker ervaring.

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Worth it

Lowering and raising the anchor was a bit of a problem. Had to walk next to the boat, but other than that it was a very nice experience.

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Suzette L - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Suzette L
With partner

'n Onvergeetlike ervaring wat ons vir altyd sal onthou en kan aanbeveel.

'n Heerlike, ontspanne ervaring veral vir 'n paartjie wat net 'n bietjie wil wegbreek van die stad se gejaag en lawaai af en natuurlik ideaal vir 'n tydjie weg van die kinders waar ma en pa net 'n bietjie kan ontspan! Het reeds by ander aanbeveel. Volgende keer sal ons net langer wil bly.

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An unforgettable experience that we will remember forever and can recommend.

A wonderful, relaxing experience especially for a couple who just want to get away from the city's hustle and bustle and of course ideal for some time away from the children where mum and dad can just relax a bit! Already recommended to others. Next time we will just want to stay longer.

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Hannes V - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Hannes V
With partner

Wow!

Beslis die moeite werd! Sal dit weer wil doen!

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters 's response

Hi Hannes

It was really our pleasure having you and your wife on board.
We are looking forward to welcoming you on board once again.

Old Willow No.7 Houseboat Charters
Bianca V - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Bianca V
With friends

Ongemaklik en klein.

Sal nie weer die trip oordoen nie, advertensie misleidend.

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Awkward and small.

Will not do the trip again, advertisement misleading.

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Karin V - Oct 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin V
With partner

Soos Paula van 7de laan sal sê: Dit was fantasmagories!

Dit was definitief elke sent werd. Heerlik ontspan. Sandy was baie behulpsaam en so ook die werkers wat elke dag daar was om te help met brandstof en water, want ons het te lekker gekarjakker met die boot. Sal hierdie vakansie aanbeveel vir almal wat van die stadsgejaag en stres wil wegkom.

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As Paula from 7de laan will say: It was phantasmagorical!

It was definitely worth every penny. Great relax. Sandy was very helpful and so were the workers who were there every day to help with fuel and water, because we had too much fun with the boat. Would recommend this holiday to anyone looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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Carel V - Oct 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Carel V
With friends

Awesome.

Service was excellent.

Gerard F - Oct 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Gerard F
With partner

Dit was 'n lekker ervaring, maar die verkeerde tyd.

Ons was daar oor 'n naweek met baie ander vinniger en groter bote op die water. In vergelyking met die MSC Cruises was Old Willow No 7 nie werklik waarde vir geld nie. Die ontvangs en reëlings was vriendelik en glad. Ek sou moeilik 'n tweede bespreking by Old Willow No 7 doen. Die eerste was 'n aangename ervaring, maar ek meen nie werklik waarde vir geld nie. Die huisboot was netjies en goed toegerus (behalwe vir die feit dat handdoeke nie voorsien is nie). Moontlik sal 'n stiller tyd van die jaar ook 'n meer rustiger belewenis bevorder het. Ander bote op die rivier het ons mal gery en geskommel. Die aand in 'n sytak was heerlik tussen die gekwetter van voëls en ander naggeluide. Die braaifasiliteit het ook die atmosfeer verbeter.

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It was a nice experience, but the wrong time.

We were there over a weekend with many other faster and bigger boats on the water. Compared to the MSC Cruises, Old Willow No 7 was not really value for money. The reception and arrangements were friendly and smooth. I would hardly make a second booking at Old Willow No 7. The first was a pleasant experience, but I don't think it's really value for money. The houseboat was tidy and well equipped (except for the fact that towels were not provided). Possibly a quieter time of year would also have promoted a more peaceful experience. Other boats on the river drove us crazy and rocked. The evening in a tributary was delightful between the chirping of birds and other night sounds. The barbeque facility also enhanced the atmosphere.

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Leon M - Nov 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leon M
Family with young children

Lekker!

Ek kan nie oorvertel nie, jy moet dit self ervaar. Voorwaar 'n belewenis!

Zelda S - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Zelda S
With partner

Ongelooflike ervaring, water, voëls in die riete, wolke ... sagte bed en mooiste sonsondergange en hope en hope vrede en tyd - kosbare LEKKERTE!

Sandy en personeel het uit hul pad gegaan om ons verblyf 'n sprokie te maak. 3 dae was heeltemal te kort. Ons gaan weer. Beste van 2 wêrelde ... natuur en veilige weelde.

Francois L - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois L
With partner

Stunning experience

Had two lovely days on the boat. Angelique was very professional and the four deck hands were amazing. We already have recommended you to two other families. Keep up the good work!

Lynette M - Aug 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette M
With partner

Baie ontspannend! Unieke ervaring!

Ons gaan dit weer doen!

Colleen L - Apr 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Colleen L
With friends

Fantastic! Some great memories were made.

On the whole we had a great weekend. The only complaints from the group was that we ran out of water both days because we were 5 adults and the shower capacity was not adequate. Also, we had to have the boat back by 10am on Sunday morning and we were only able to board at 2pm on Friday which made our stay on the boat very short. Maybe earlier boarding times and later check out times would be better? We were also short of cutlery ... 3 forks for 5 people? But those small issues aside, we had a fantastic time and will definitely do it again. Thanks Old Willow!!!

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