Optibos
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Anza L - Sep 2024
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Huis weg van huis.
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Home away from home.
The location was perfect, lots of wildlife visited us around the house. It was truly a home away from home. Perfect resting place for the soul. The house is neatly maintained and the owner goes out of her way for her customers. Optibos will definitely see us again.
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Beste Anza
Baie, baie dankie vir 'n baie positiewe, lekker resensie. Ek is so bly julle het ons huis in die bos geniet. Julle is baie welkom om weer te kom kuier. En dankie dat julle Optibos met respek hanteer het tydens julle verblyf!
Stan H - Aug 2024
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Excellent accommodation. Very comfortable beds in nature.
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Hi Stan
Thank you so much for the positive review! We really appreciate it!
John B - May 2024
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Puik blyplek. Sal dit met vreugde aanbeveel!
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Great place to stay. Would happily recommend!
This is one of those places that one will want to visit again and again. Everything was clean, tidy and in its place. The pool (which we didn't use due to the time of year) was sparkling clean and a delight for the visiting animals to drink from.
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Optibos 's response
Baie dankie John vir so 'n positiewe en 'lekke' resensie. Ons waardeer dit baie! Kom kuier gerus weer by Optibos.
Nico M - May 2024
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Baie netjies en waarde vir geld. Sal dit aan enige iemand aanbeveel.
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Very neat and value for money. Would recommend to anyone.
Optibos is one of the nicest places to stay in Marloth! Nicely furnished and has everything needed to enjoy a break in the lowveld!
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Optibos 's response
Baie dankie Nico vir 'n 'Lekke' en baie positiewe resensie! Ons waardeer dit baie en is so bly dat jy en jou gesin vir Optibos en die natuur geniet het. Julle is baie welkom om weer te kom kuier!
Yvette P - Sep 2024
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Perfekte rusplek in die bos.
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Perfect resting place in the woods.
We really enjoyed the house. Pool is just too cold to swim, but we were able to rest. Everything you need and more is in the house. Optibos has been good for us. Thank you. 06/09/2024-10/09/2024.
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Eric M - Jan 2024
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Nice experience.
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Hi Eric
Thank you so much for the very positive feedback! I really appreciate it.
Aniska G - Jun 2024
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Heerlik gekuier.
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Had a great time.
We had a very nice stay. There is something small here and there and the cupboard in the upper room could be refurbished. Other than that it was a fantastic experience. We will come again.
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Optibos 's response
Baie dankie Aniska, vir die positiewe resensie. Die kas in die boonste vertrek is juis op die volgende projeklys.
Simon D - Aug 2024
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Good accommodation.
Optibos 's response
Thank you, Simon, for the positive rating. We appreciate it. Hope to see you soon again!
Lizelle C - Jul 2024
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Rustig, mooi en love die diere.
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Quiet, beautiful and love the animals.
Very nice stay. Place is nice and tidy. Parents really enjoyed it too.
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Optibos 's response
Hi Lizelle. Baie dankie vir die resensie. Ons waardeer dit baie. Hoop om julle gou weer te sien.
Anonymous Guest - Jul 2024
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Quiet, beautiful,.
Very nice stay. Very nice place. Clean Neat and comfortable.
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Louise V - Mar 2024
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Rustige, ontspannende wegbreeknaweek.
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Peaceful, relaxing weekend getaway.
Very neat and cozy holiday home - private and peaceful. The rooms with en suite bathrooms, air conditioning in the rooms and swimming pool are a bonus in the heat. This was an ideal getaway with minimal cell phone signal - the WiFi was only used to relax. The tarmac to Marloth Park is in good condition. We will visit again.
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Optibos 's response
Hi Louise
Ons is baie bly julle het lekker gebly by ons huis in die bos! Hoop om julle gou weer te sien!
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Amanda H - Jan 2024
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We enjoyed our stay, recommend screens in front of windows, pool furniture lounge.
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Hi Amanda. I'm glad you had a lovely time in the bush. We are in the process of looking at new pool furniture.
Hettie B - Dec 2023
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Gerieflike huis, stil area en naby rivier.
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Comfortable house, quiet area and close to river.
Lovely comfortable house, fully equipped. Quiet area and so peaceful and beautiful with the trees around the house where many birds and animals come to visit. Nice braai area with the most delicious swimming pool for warmer days.
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Optibos 's response
Baie dankie Hettie. Ons waardeer dit baie. Ons is bly julle het jul Kersvakansie geniet!
Lanie M - Nov 2023
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Baie gerieflik en skoon.
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Very comfortable and clean.
Was very nice, comfortable and clean.
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Baie dankie, Rachel. Ons waardeer dit baie. Hoop om julle gou weer te sien!
Rosa A - Oct 2023
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Lovely place to relax and enjoy the bush and still have all that you need to be comfortable.
Optibos 's response
Thank you Rosa! We really appreciate.
Deon S - Oct 2023
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Absoluut fantasties.
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Absolutely fantastic.
Optibos meets all standards. Good value for money. The owner has really put a lot of effort into new improvements in the place. Everything you need is at your disposal and all equipment in the unit is of high quality. I will definitely visit the place again. The tranquility and animals make it absolutely worth it.
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Optibos 's response
Baie dankie Deon. Ons waardeer baie. Julle is baie welkom om weer te kom kuier in die bos.
Euliza B - Aug 2023
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Dit was die perfekte boswegbreek in Marlothpark!
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It was the perfect forest break in Marlothpark!
Close enough to two of the southern entrance gates to the Kruger National Park for comfortable day visits. Optibos has its own wildlife that comes to drink at the waterhole and you don't even have to leave the verandah for that bush experience. The house has been nicely renovated and one of the big advantages is the spacious bedrooms with their own bathrooms, wardrobe, TV and desk. The upstairs room is very nicely furnished and modern and also has its own deck. It's ideal for families or friends who want to visit together but still maintain their privacy. The bedding and mattresses are first class. The kitchen and braai area has everything you need with enough seating and table space for dishing up and sitting down for dinner. Parking space, WiFi, swimming pool, spacious veranda, drinking water tap with filter system, security and solar panels contribute to a particularly comfortable stay experience. Good communication guided us throughout the process. This is a gem that I am happy to recommend. Things I could see are in the process of being renovated: upstairs bedroom and deck, some of the outdoor furniture. Things visitors should note: Bring your own towels and decoder. All in all a great stay experience at a fair rate.
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Optibos 's response
Hi Liza,
Baie dankie vir 'n lekker resensie. Ons waardeer baie. Die volgende projek by Optibos is klaar beplan. Ons hoop ons sien jou en jou gesin gou weer.
Groete,
Optibos
Rodney B - Jul 2023
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Awesome awesome awesome few days.
Optibos 's response
Hi Rodney
Thank you so much. Hope to see you soon again.
Claudette
Mariska H - Dec 2023
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Onvergeetlike boservaring!
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Unforgettable forest experience!
We had a great time and rested in the forest. The cottage has everything you need and more. The animals coming to drink water was truly an experience. Thank you for a wonderful holiday. We'll do it again soon!
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Optibos 's response
Baie dankie, Mariska! Ons waardeer dit baie. Sien uit om julle gou weer te ontvang.
Markus F - Nov 2023
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Het baie lekker gebly in Optibos.
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Had a great stay in Optibos.
Stay was very nice, splashpool was great to cool off in.
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Ek is baie bly dat julle Optibos geniet het. Baie dankie!
Eben K - Aug 2023
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Sielsrus.
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Peace of mind
Thank you for the clean, well appointed and all working house, a real escape.
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Baie dankie Eben! Ons waardeer baie. Hoop om julle gou weer te sien.
Groetnis
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Michelle B - Feb 2023
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Ons het vreeslik lekker gekuier by Optibos. Die ligging is perfek. Die verblyf is toegerus met alles wat jy nodig het. Die eienaar en LekkeSlaap was baie behulpsaam met al ons navrae.
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We had a great time at Optibos. The location is perfect. The accommodation is equipped with everything you need. The owner and LekkeSlaap were very helpful with all our queries.
Optibos is well equipped for when there is load shedding. We really enjoyed drinking coffee in the morning with zebras and warthogs who come to drink water right in front of the stoep. The security is very good.
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Optibos 's response
Baie, baie dankie Michelle. Ons waardeer baie. Optibos se deure is oop vir julle vir nog 'n wegbreek!
Elsie S - Mar 2023
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Baie rustig en ontspanne, net wat mens nodig gehad het.
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Very peaceful and relaxing, just what one needed.
Real woodland atmosphere. Calm and quiet, just what one needs to break away from the hustle and bustle of the city. With all the facilities to make the stay special.
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Baie dankie Elsie. Ons is baie bly julle het dit geniet.
Bongani M - Dec 2023
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My stay was okay, just a few problems here and there. The owner or caretaker at Optibos has not.
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Because all of our guests' experiences are important to us, I feel compelled to respond to this review.
After numerous phone calls and messages throughout the weekend, as well as some unpleasant and threatening messages after the guests checked out, I think it is only fair for me to share my side of the story.
All guests receive an information pack before they arrive at Optibos. I also offer telephonic support.
From the onset, the guest struggled to manage the gas appliances. It was explained over the phone that to ignite the gas stove, you have to strike a match or lighter and place it near the burner. You press the corresponding control knob and turn it to the high position until you see the flame. Then you can reduce the flame size by turning the knob to a lower position. The Gas stove was in working order both before the guest arrived, and after their departure.
The guest was informed to only open the hot tap, and not the cold tap, in the shower. This activates the gas geyser and warms the water. According to our cleaning services, the water in the showers and kitchen was warm after the guests checked out.
Our house utilizes solar power. As stipulated in the information sheets sent via email to the guest, the air conditioners and the pool pump use prepaid electricity. Everything else, including the fans, televisions, kettle, and lights, utilise solar power. At Optibos, we always ensure there are sufficient units available - there were 593.42kWh available before the guest's arrival. So any "constant electricity problems" were likely because the air conditioners did not work due to load shedding, which is beyond our control.
The guest called on Saturday evening complaining about the stove and hot water. I messaged him explaining that I was at a function and asked him to contact me on WhatsApp. He then texted me saying "No it's sorted thanks" So I assumed everything was fine.
Upon checkout, I found that a double bed duvet cover and a double bed grey fitted sheet had stains beyond repair. Refuse bags were left inside and outside the house, even though the information sheets state that refuse bags attract pests and are unhygienic. Guests are responsible for taking their trash to the collection point. I had to hire extra cleaning services to address these issues. A part of the refundable deposit was used to cover the losses and damages.
I regret that their stay was not as pleasant as our other guests' experiences. Optibos is a magical place in the bush and we love sharing this with our guests - we value their experience and our relationships with them.
Maryna D - May 2023
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Gerieflike klein plekkie.
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Cozy little place.
Our visit at Optibos was very pleasant with the off-the-grid, just a few points to keep in mind. Place looks much bigger in photos than reality. Place is not suitable for 6 adults, the area and furniture do not allow it. The loft above does not have direct access to a bathroom, must use room 1 or 2's en-suite bathroom. The stairs to the loft should be handled with care. The fancy headboards are not mounted in the wall and fall on you and everything on the bedside tables falls off with every turn. The outdoor chairs are broken and torn and in need of general maintenance. Larger pots and pans are also needed.
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Optibos 's response
Hi Anel, Optibos word nou Mei - Junie opgradeer. Die 'loft'area asook die trap word oorgedoen en 'n badkamer word bygevoeg. Ons het die huis net so oorgeneem by die vorige eienaar verlede jaar. Ons eerste prioriteit was om die huis van die "grid" af te kry. En ons sal defnitief aandag gee aan die punte wat jy genoem het. Groetnis. Optibos
Salomie V - Dec 2022
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Baie aangenaam en rustig.
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Very pleasant and peaceful.
We had a wonderful rest and the house is well equipped, the power cuts are troublesome even though the house has solar panels.
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Optibos 's response
Dankie Salomie. Ons waardeer baie. Die krag netwerk in Marlothpark kon nie die groot hoeveelheid besoekers in die Desember vakansie hanteer nie, weens verskeie redes en dit het toe gebreek. Dit het gevolglik 'n effek op ons sonkragsisteem.
Hanlie K - Dec 2022
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Value for money.
Optibos 's response
Thank you so much Hanlie. We really appreciate it. Kind regards,
Optibos
Thabile T - Nov 2022
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Very nice place, cosy and private too. I would go there repeatedly.
Optibos 's response
Dear Thabile, thank you so much. We really appreciate.
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Optibos
Jozwa S - Oct 2022
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Cosy plekkie, ideal geleë, goeie waarde vir geld, naby winkels. Beslis die plek in Marlothark om by weg te breek. Sal hoog aanbeveel en sal beslis teruggaan.
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Cozy place, ideally located, good value for money, close to shops. Definitely the place in Marlothark to break away from. Would highly recommend and will definitely go back.
What a pleasant, cozy place! Good value for money, and we had warthogs, zebras, mouse dogs, impalas, kudus and giraffe visiting us. No baboons to bother us either. The place is close to shops and restaurants which makes it ideal. Would definitely highly recommend even with kids. We will definitely go back there again.
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Optibos 's response
Baie dankie Jozwa, vir uitstekende resensie. Ons waardeer baie.
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Japie K - Sep 2022
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Sover my gunsteling wegbreekplek in Marlothpark!
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By far my favorite getaway in Marlothpark!
For me, the location of Optibos was perfect. It's very private and it really makes you feel like you're alone in the woods. A big plus is that the unit is completely off the grid. Didn't know about loadshedding! Furthermore, it is equipped with everything you could need! Definitely my number one choice in Marloth!
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Baie dankie vir die baie positiewe resensie Japie. Ons waardeer baie.
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Alta J - Aug 2022
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Rustig en gesellig.
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Quiet and cozy.
Definitely had an experience with the wildlife and will visit again.
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Optibos 's response
Baie dankie Alta. Ons waardeer baie.
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Wendy L - Aug 2022
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We had a lovely stay and saw lots of animals.
Optibos 's response
Thank you so much. Really appreciate. See you nevt year!
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Monique J - Apr 2022
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Onvergeetlike wegbreek!
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Unforgettable getaway!
We had an absolutely wonderful time, the animals were one kind on another, all day at the house, kudus, warthogs, giraffes, bushbucks, night monkeys, divers, springboks, all were there to eat and greet. The house has everything you need, lack of nothing, home away from home, the owner was always available on the phone and quickly made contact, we were very comfortable, and will definitely go again!
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Wanda V - Mar 2022
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Baie lekker en mooi.
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Very nice and beautiful.
We did struggle with the power being out from Saturday afternoon. The inverter and batteries would not charge.
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Simone M - Jul 2022
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Peaceful.
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Dear Simone.
The microwave carousel plate broke on the day of departure with the previous guests a day before you arrived. We did replace it with a new microwave.
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Blenda V - Dec 2022
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Wonderlik. Rustigheid. Baie lekker vakansie gewees.
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Wonderful. Calmness. It was a very nice holiday.
Relaxed a lot. Nice to be able to look at the wildlife so close. Nice area.
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Baie dankie, Blenda. Bly julle het geniet.
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Minette B - Aug 2022
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Goeie ligging, gesellige blyplek. Kort bietjie onderhoud.
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Good location, cozy place to stay. Short little interview.
Located close to several lookouts and restaurants. Swimming pool and veranda are wonderfully cool and tidy. The place needs a little maintenance but is a cosy, well-equipped place to stay and has a lovely braai area.
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Beste Minette
Ons is die nuwe eienaars vanaf Mei 2022 en is in die proses om die huis op te gradeer. Dankie vir opbouende resensie.
Vriendelike groete
Optibos
Anonymous Guest - Mar 2022
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Always calm.
We had power problems the first night. And the owners were unhelpful.
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Raymond H - Dec 2021
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Absolute fees in die bos.
Riana P - Apr 2021
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Beslis die moeite werd!
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Definitely worth it!
Was amazed at all that is there. Air conditioning in the rooms and living area was a plus. Plekkie exceeded my expectations. Cleaning and gardening services came to clean during the week. Would recommend to anyone.
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Mila F - Feb 2021
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Very comfortable home.
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Hi Mila,
I am glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you soon.
Regards,
Jan-hendrik Pieters
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Coenrad D - Oct 2021
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Skoon en netjies, het die kuier baie geniet.
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Clean and tidy, really enjoyed the visit.
We really enjoyed the visit and will definitely go back again. We had a bit of a struggle with the gas stove but got it right. There is a shortage of scooping bowls and no meat grilling bowls. All in all had a lovely visit.
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Emmerentia J - Jul 2021
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Skoon huis in die natuur.
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Clean house in nature.
Place was clean and tidy and had everything we needed. To barbecue outside in nature and hear the sounds of nature was very special. Was able to drink coffee early in the morning on the stoep while we listened to the sounds of nature and visits from the warthogs. Can definitely recommend accommodation.
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Keith V - Apr 2021
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Beautiful private setting.
Alwyn F - Jul 2021
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Rustig
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Restful
Hot water in shower is difficult to fix. Either too hot or too cold.
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Lorraine C - Aug 2021
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The house was not Covid 19 clean.
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- Capacity: 6 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: 531 Sparrow Road, Marloth Park, 1321, Mpumalanga