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Olivia's Secret

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.7 out of 5from 14 reviews for Olivia's Secret
Cleanliness
4.8/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.4/5
Safety
4.7/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Belinda A - Dec 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Belinda A
With partner

This is one of the few places that looks exactly like the photos.

Olivia's Secret is certainly one of the most beautiful places we have ever stayed. Our 30th wedding anniversary was definitely a highlight as guests. We were entertained by the Samango monkeys that came just close enough for us to see them, and the birds were magnificent. Everything was communicated so well, and her team were fantastic.

Olivia's Secret 's response

Thanks for the lovely review.

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Charmaine R - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charmaine R
With partner

Breathtaking.

From the moment we arrived, we were enveloped in the tranquility and serenity that Olivea's Secret offers amidst the stunning forest surroundings. Every aspect of our stay, from the cozy accommodations to the breathtaking natural beauty, provided the perfect escape to recharge our spirits. Thank you for creating such a wonderful atmosphere that allowed us to relax and unwind. We left feeling rejuvenated and inspired, and we cannot wait to return for another stay!

Olivia's Secret 's response

Charmaine, thank you for the lovely review!

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Pieter D - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter D
With partner

Perfect couples retreat.

It was an amazing few days. Great location. The house was perfect. Big and spacious.

Olivia's Secret 's response

Thank you for the lovely review!

Olivia's Secret
Monica S - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monica S
Individual traveller

Voedsel vir die siel.

Pragtig, privaat en baie rustig.

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Food for the soul.

Beautiful, private and very peaceful.

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Pierre S - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pierre S
With partner

Private cottage met asemrowende natuur uitsig, 5 sterre.

Baie mooi, rustige omgewing om weer die siel by te vul. Seker weer 'n plek om na toe terug te gaan.

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Private cottage with breathtaking nature view, 5 stars.

Very beautiful, peaceful environment to recharge the soul. Definitely a place to go back to again.

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Isabelle S - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Isabelle S
With partner

Die uitsig was asemrowend en ons het die splashpool baie geniet.

Olivia's Secret is idillies. Kom vir seker terug.

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The view was breathtaking and we really enjoyed the splash pool.

Olivia's Secret is idyllic. Come back for sure.

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Awie S - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Awie S
With partner

Absolutely beautiful and relaxing.

It was an absolutely beautiful stay, definitely one to return to in the future! Peaceful, private setting in a beautiful cottage. Also helped us out when our car's battery had died, which just adds to the wonderful experience!

Olivia's Secret 's response

Thanks Awie, we enjoyed having you to stay!

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

A little patch of heaven!

We stayed at Olivia's for two nights, en route to the Kruger. This is a gem, nestled in the heart of the Magoebaskloof. There is a stretch of dirt road to the cabin but we were able to climb it out easily with our Rav, pulling a Town & Country trailer (rooftop tent and all). The unit itself offers more than enough and is decorated beautifully. You are welcomed with a huge pot of garden-picked flowers and massive wood frame windows, offering a sense of indoor outdoor living. It's tranquil and neat with a vast variety of fauna & flora around the unit! Thank you for making this an effortless and unique experience. Be sure to see us again!

Olivia's Secret 's response

Thanks for the review, Angela.
I am pleased you didn't find the road too much of a challenge!

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

Rus en vrede vir die siel, beslis die moeite werd!

Olivia's Secret is 'n fantastiese verblyf opsie. Dit is baie amper 'n 10 uit 10. Sal dit beslis weer besoek en aanbeveel. Wat die verblyf self betref, is die plek op 'n baie goeie ligging, rus vir die siel. Die eenheid beskik oor alles wat nodig is, maar die bed is wel nie op standaard vir gaste verblyf nie. Ons het die natuur geniet en die pad daarheen het nie persoonlik gepla nie, maar ek dink wel dit sal goed wees om gaste vooraf in te lig van die grondpad en toestand wat nie in almal se idee van pret val nie .

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Rest and peace for the soul, definitely worth it!

Olivia's Secret is a fantastic accommodation option. It's very nearly a 10 out of 10. Will definitely visit again and recommend. As for the accommodation itself, the place is in a very good location, rest for the soul. The unit has everything that is needed, but the bed is not up to standard for guest accommodation. We enjoyed the nature and the road to get there did not bother me personally, but I do think it would be good to inform guests in advance of the dirt road and condition which is not everyone's idea of fun.

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Niël G - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Niël G
With partner

Sprokiesmooi.

Ons het baie lekker gebly by die eenheid. Die eenheid is baie privaat in die bos van Magoebaskloof. Die eenheid is bekombaar met 'n klein 2x4, selfs in ligte reën weer, maar dit is 'n twee spoor grondpad met 'n steil helling aan een kant, so ry versigtig. Die eenheid was baie netjies en is goed toegerus met skottelgoedmasjien, stoof, oond, mikrogolfoond en yskas. Daar is ook braaigeriewe. Die area het ook samango ape wat party oggende in die bome naby die eenheid kom kuier het, en ons het 'n boomslang op een van die stap paadjies gesien.

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Fairytale beautiful.

We had a very nice stay at the unit. The unit is very private in the forest of Magoebaskloof. The unit is accessible with a small 2x4, even in light rain, but it is a two lane dirt road with a steep slope on one side, so drive carefully. The unit was very tidy and well equipped with dishwasher, stove, oven, microwave and fridge. There are also braai facilities. The area also has samango monkeys that visited the trees near the unit some mornings, and we saw a tree snake on one of the walking paths.

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Olivia's Secret 's response

I am pleased that you enjoyed your stay, but sorry you found the road a bit of a challenge.

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Jakobus T - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jakobus T
With partner

Worth it!

Was beautiful, peaceful and a great stay.

Olivia's Secret 's response

I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay - hopefully, we'll see you back again sometime.

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Hlonipha M - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
2/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Hlonipha M
With partner

Beautiful place but stay dampened by the bad dirt road.

It's a beautiful, quiet, cozy place. However, I found my stay to be very unpleasant because of the drive up on the bad dirt road. I called the host before finalising the booking to ask, as I've read the reviews stating you need a 4x4. Instead, the host told me that I would be fine with a normal car, which is not true. The road leading to the cottage is bad, especially after the A47-2 marking on the road. So, unless you're seeking a 4x4 adventure, stay away from this place. You end up not enjoying the beautiful scenery and tranquility because you are annoyed from the drive up on the bad road. Also, turning into the dirt road from the main road is a bit unsafe because of the position right after a sharp curve. A traffic mirror installed could ease the stress for travellers getting onto the road.

Olivia's Secret 's response

Hi Hloni
I'm sorry you struggled with the road - our website clearly states you need a normal sedan to get to Olivia's Secret, and you had a beautiful very low profile tyre Porsche, which is not suitable for a dirt road. We do have a traffic mirror at the main road.
Please consider coming again with another vehicle.

Olivia's Secret
Jonathan P - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jonathan P
With partner

Magical, memorable experience.

I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wishes to escape their busy life.

Olivia's Secret 's response

Thanks Jonathan for your enthusiastic rating!

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Ivy L - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ivy L
With partner

Rustig en privaat. Sielskos.

Olivia's Secret is goed geleë, ideaal vir 'n paar dae wegbreek. Akkommodasie is smaakvol, skoon en baie gerieflik. Privaat, met eie 'splash pool' vir warm dae. Mens kan heeltyd by die kothuis deurbring of die verskeie staproetes volg en natuurskoon verken. Ek vermoed Olivia se 'secret' gaan nie lank 'n geheim bly nie.

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Quiet and private. Soul food

Olivia's Secret is well located, ideal for a few days getaway. Accommodation is tasteful, clean and very comfortable. Private, with own 'splash pool' for hot days. One can spend all the time at the cottage or follow the various hiking trails and explore the scenery. I suspect Olivia's 'secret' won't stay a secret for long.

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Thanks Ivy!

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  • Capacity: 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: A47, Magoebaskloof, Tzaneen, 0731, Limpopo
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