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Phumuza Bush Lodge

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.2 out of 5from 208 reviews for Phumuza Bush Lodge
Cleanliness
4.2/5
Service
4.1/5
Location
4.2/5
Safety
4.2/5
Value for money
4.0/5
Bertus V - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bertus V
With partner

Doodse stilte wat mens soms nodig het.

Sal enige tyd weer daar gaan bly.

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Dead silence that you sometimes need.

Would stay there again anytime.

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

Peaceful, a place to clear your mind.

We had an amazing stay, very peaceful and tranquil. Highly recommended.

Elize V - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elize V
With partner

Rustige en vreedsame natuur.

Rustige en vreedsame natuur.

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Calm and peaceful nature.

Calm and peaceful nature.

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Lee-ann M - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lee-ann M
Family with young children

Baie lekker ervaring vir ons kinders in die boslewe!

Lodge waarin ons gewoon het, was pragtig! Bure agter ons het tot 5 uur die oggend klipharde musiek gespeel, selfs na ons gaan vra het dat hulle sagter sit, het hulle steeds aanhou kuier, wat die ervaring nie so aangenaam gemaak het nie.

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Very nice experience for our children in the forest life!

Lodge we lived in was beautiful! Neighbors behind us played rock-hard music until 5 in the morning, even after we asked them to sit down, they still continued to visit, which made the experience less pleasant.

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Johan V - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan V

Rustigheid, in die bosveld. Baie mooi eenhede. Naby geleë aan Bela-Bela, en Modi.

Het ongelooflik lekker gebly. Eenheid was netjies, skoon en toegerus met alles wat benodig was.

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Tranquility, in the forest. Very nice units. Located close to Bela-Bela, and Modi.

Had an amazing stay. Unit was neat, clean and equipped with everything needed.

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Rebaone L - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rebaone L
With partner

Bedding too dark to notice cleanliness.

I really enjoyed being there. I won't mind to visit the place again. My wish is to see an extra swimming pool.

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

Private, peaceful and close to nature.

PHUMUZA provides a real rugged bush experience. Amazing hospitality. Tranquil and peaceful. Loved it.

Joe B - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Joe B

Stay in bush.

It was a father and adult son getaway for the weekend. The staff we interacted with were friendly and helpful. It is a nice venue with all the stuff you need to have a self-catering breakaway. Will definitely come back.

Clif J - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Clif J
With partner

Peaceful, enjoyable, unhurried, quiet, comfortable, privacy.

We were looking for a quiet, peaceful and private place to relax in the bush - no TV, no noisy neighbours, no entertainment, no unnecessary frills and freedom to walk all over the well-wooded property. This was what we experienced in the unit "Troupant". A microwave oven would have been nice, but it was not promised and we managed quite well without it. The R300 breakage deposit paid in cash was refunded by bank transfer shortly after the stay once we provided the bank account particulars.

Marianne N - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marianne N
With partner

Rustig in die natuur!

Dit was baie aangenaam net te kort. Sal volgende keer langer bly.

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Quiet in nature!

It was very pleasant just too short. Will stay longer next time.

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Tshegofatso M - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Tshegofatso M
With partner

Had a peaceful and wonderful weekend.

Had a great stay. The place could do with a microwave, but we had an amazing weekend nonetheless.

Willem B - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Willem B
With partner

Vreedsaam.

Ja, dit was baie lekker.

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Peaceful.

Yes, it was very nice.

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Mathuli S - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
5/5
Mathuli S
With partner

Peaceful.

We had a very peaceful stay at Phumuza Bush Lodge, and the cabin was so clean and it accommodates 4 people (2 partners and 2 children).

Ina D - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ina D
With partner

Lekker.

Ja, dit was baie lekker.

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Nice.

Yes, it was very nice.

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

Very nice.

Very nice, quiet and peaceful.

Toinette S - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Toinette S
Family with young children

So na aan natuur as wat 'n mens kan kom.

'n Wonderlike plek om te gaan rus. Pragtige natuurskoon. Die buitekombuis en buitebadkamer is fantasties! Mens kom so na aan die natuur sonder om te kamp.

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As close to nature as one can get.

A wonderful place to rest. Beautiful scenery. The outdoor kitchen and outdoor bathroom are fantastic! You get so close to nature without camping.

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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children
Michelle B - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
5/5
Michelle B
With partner

Lovely and relaxing.

It was lovely and relaxing; you are very in touch with nature.

Kayla R - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Kayla R
With partner

Disappointed.

Upon arrival, we were greeted by a friendly young man whom we needed to pay our deposit. The website shows R300. The note we got shows R500. Upon looking for wood and ice and other essentials, there was none in the shop available. We then proceeded back to Bela Bela to acquire those. The fridge in our unit is so loud that we switched it off at night in order to sleep. The bed despite being a bamboo mattress is very uncomfortable due to the age of the mattress. We did not see a host for the entire weekend. No one checked in on us to welcome us or see if we needed anything. On Saturday night other units played music loudly from their cars without being asked to consider other resort occupants. There is also nowhere to hang your clothes, as this spot is taken up by the fridge. It wasn't the greatest stay, but we did enjoy the cleanliness of the unit and being away from the city.

Magda L - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Magda L

Baie lekker gekuier, rustig, afgesien van bogenoemde.

Verblyf was aangenaam, afgesien van asblik en braai wat nie daagliks skoon gemaak word nie. Ons het self swart sakke gaan koop vir die asblik. Een rolletjie toiletpapier is nie genoeg vir drie mense vir 'n naweek nie; spesifiseer eie toiletpapier moet saam gebring word. Een bedlampie het nie 'n globe in gehad nie, wasbak het nie 'n prop gehad vir skottelgoed nie. Ons het glad nie van hulle breekware gebruik gemaak nie, het ons eie gebring, hoop nie ek word gepenaliseer op my deposito vir bogenoemde nie.

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Very nice visit, peaceful, apart from the above.

Stay was pleasant, apart from trash and barbecue which are not cleaned daily. We went to buy black bags for the trash ourselves. One roll of toilet paper is not enough for three people for a weekend; specify own toilet paper must be brought along. One bedside lamp didn't have a globe in it, sink didn't have a plug for dishes. We didn't use their crockery at all, brought our own, hope I don't get penalized on my deposit for the above.

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Blessed M - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Blessed M
With partner

Beautiful.

We had a wonderful stay, it is beautiful, clean, and peaceful. The host is friendly.

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

Very private and beautiful place.

Each unit is very private. We loved our stay there. It felt like we were the only people in the bush.

David P - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
David P
Family with teenagers

Warm welcome when we arrived, the cabin was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay, peaceful and relaxing.

We enjoyed our stay and will be back.

Willie B - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willie B
Family with young children

Heel lekker.

Plek was mooi skoon met aankoms. Daar is geen daaglikse skoonmaak nie. Let wel, daar is geen vadoeke, sponsies of skottelgoedseep nie, so vat jou eie saam. Die grondpad is min of meer 2 km en 'n plat voertuig gaan dalk skuur.

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Very nice.

Place was nice and clean upon arrival. There is no daily cleaning. Note, there are no dish towels, sponges or dish soap, so bring your own. The dirt road is more or less 2 km and a flat vehicle might skid.

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Shane B - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Shane B
With friends

Rustigheid - Gesinsoord.

Sien sterre.

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Tranquility - Family resort.

See stars.

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Karien Klopper K - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karien Klopper K
With partner

Heerlik en rustig.

Baie rustig en lekker.

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Lovely and peaceful.

Very peaceful and nice.

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Debbie O - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Debbie O
With friends

Awesome experience, enjoyed the bush vibe.

Love the quietness and the sounds of nature. I really enjoyed every day and the friends that came along made it even better. I couldn't fault anything because everything was provided. Great place.

Ben K - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ben K
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker!

Ons het gaan loop, lekker stil in die natuur. Die swembad was lekker. Die Tower was awesome, kyk uit oor die hele area. Sal weer gaan.

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Very nice!

We went for a walk, nice and quiet in nature. The pool was nice. The Tower was awesome, overlooking the whole area. Will go again.

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Lize V - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Lize V
With partner

Rustig.

Baie rustige omgewing.

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Restful.

Very peaceful environment.

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Chris T - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris T
With partner

Baie lekker. Baie rustig.

Ons het baie lekker gebly vir ons naweek weg. Dit is doodstil daar, wat wonderlik is, want mens is naby genoeg aan die dorp om ietsie te gaan koop, maar ver genoeg dat mens net die natuur kan hoor. Ek sal definitief weer kom, dit is veral lekker as mens net wil wegbreek van die elke-dag-malligheid.

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Very nice. Very calm.

We had a great stay for our weekend away. It is dead quiet there, which is wonderful, because you are close enough to the town to go shopping, but far enough that you can only hear nature. I will definitely come again, it's especially nice if you just want to get away from the everyday craziness.

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Kyla W - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kyla W
With partner

Accomodation worth the price. Very nice area.

Nice lookout tower at the lodge. Staff very friendly and helpful. Quick responses to WhatsApp. Overall a very lovely stay.

Eloma V - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eloma V
With partner

Relaxing getaway.

A wonderful place to visit if you just want to relax.

Christian C - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christian C
With friends

Great value for money - Golf weekend.

Perfect stay for a golf weekend away. Nice cabin in the bush with everything you need. Would visit again.

Zanele M - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zanele M
With partner

Peaceful and enjoyable.

It was enjoyable and peaceful.

Alphonia N - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alphonia N
With friends

Awesome.

Very enjoyable and mind relaxing.

Johan O - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan O
With partner

Rustige omgewing met gemaklike akkommodasie. Die diens was goed en het maklik hout en ys gekry.

Troupand is 'n mooi huis met geriewe. Die huis kort wel 'n paar skerp messe en warmer komberse vir koue nagte. Die buiteligte vir sekuriteit is belangrik, maar skyn helder in die kamer in wat nagrus pla. Stel voor dalk digter gordyne.

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Peaceful surroundings with comfortable accommodation. The service was good and got wood and ice easily.

Troupand is a beautiful house with facilities. The house does need some sharp knives and warmer blankets for cold nights. The exterior lights for security are important, but shine brightly into the room disturbing nighttime sleep. Suggest perhaps denser curtains.

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Connie D - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Connie D
With partner

Very peaceful.

Recommendation: Please consider changing the bed mattresses, as they are slightly hard to sleep on.

Bianca A - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Bianca A
Family with young children

Gerieflik en rustig.

Ideale bestemming vir 'n vinnige wegbreek teen bekostigbare tariewe.

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Comfortable and peaceful.

Ideal destination for a quick getaway at affordable rates.

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Liezel S - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Liezel S
With partner

Ontspannend in die bosveld.

Baie lekker om die bosveld-omgewing te ervaar in 'n eenvoudige, maar netjiese eenheid met 'n kampvuur en oggendstap.

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Relaxing in the woodland.

Very nice to experience the bushveld environment in a simple but neat unit with a campfire and morning walk.

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Waldo K - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Waldo K
With partner

Ons het baie lekker gebly.

Ons het dit geniet by Phumuza Bush Lodge. Dit was bietjie iets anders as die gewone lewensstyl met die stort en toilet in die buitelug.

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We had a very nice stay.

We enjoyed ourselves at Phumuza Bush Lodge. It was a bit different from the usual lifestyle with the shower and toilet in the open air.

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Willem J - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Willem J
Family with teenagers

Lekker rustig.

Rustige bosverblyf. Kan dit oorweeg om ogies-draad voor vensters te plaas om ape uit kombuis te hou.

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Nice and quiet.

Peaceful forest stay. Might consider putting wire mesh in front of windows to keep monkeys out of kitchen.

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends

Restful.

Nothing fancy, but everything you need is in the room.

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Fortune M - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
1/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Fortune M
On business

Nice and quiet place.

Real sense of nature.

Tintswalo S - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Tintswalo S
With friends

Terrible.

There was no water most of the time, the pillow was smelling, and there was no soap to wash dishes. Can one sleep the whole night without water? If you have a running stomach at night, what then? One needs to request them to open the water.

Phumuza Bush Lodge 's response

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Unfortunately, there was a water problem in the whole area that weekend, however, you were supplied with water when requested.
Our lodge is self-catering and you were advised that you were responsible for your own dishwashing liquid and that you were supposed to keep your unit clean.
You never mentioned the state in which you left the linen as well as the chalet. We actually had to replace the linen because in was so badly spoiled.

Phumuza Bush Lodge
Riëtte V - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Riëtte V

Teleurstellend.

Die plek sal ons as gesin nooit weer sien nie.

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Disappointing.

We will never see the place again as a family.

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Riaan B - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Riaan B
With partner

Baie rustig.

Die plek is so rustig.

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Very calm.

The place is so peaceful.

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Nicolene B - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicolene B
With partner

Best place to unwind and be with nature!

See stars.

Antoinette S - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Antoinette S
Large group

Beste naweek wegbreek.

Die rustigheid, natuur en diere was 'n belewenis.

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Best weekend getaway.

The tranquility, nature and animals were an experience.

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Danica N - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Danica N
With partner

Was 'n amazing wegbreek.

Dit was 'n kort wegbreek, maar die mooite werd. Sal beslis weer gaan.

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Was an amazing getaway.

It was a short break, but well worth it. Will definitely go again.

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Karien V - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karien V
Family with teenagers

Goeie waarde vir geld.

Ons het baie lekker gekuier by Phumuza. Baie rustig en alles wat mens nodig het in die eenheid vir 'n bosveld wegbreek.

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Good value for money.

We had a great time at Phumuza. Very peaceful and everything you need in the unit for a woodland getaway.

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Barbara C - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Barbara C
With partner

Rustig, baie stil, natuurskoonheid op 'n besonderse manier.

Dit is die ideale plek waar jy geen stadsgeluide hoor nie. Die eenheid is privaat, stil met 'n pragtige uitsig oor die bos. Dis 'n plek waar jy regtig kan ontspan sonder enige tegnologie wat jou aandag verg. Ek sal beslis weer gaan. Vriendelike diens.

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Peaceful, very quiet, natural beauty in a special way.

It is the ideal place where you don't hear any city noises. The unit is private, quiet with a beautiful view of the forest. It's a place where you can really relax without any technology demanding your attention. I will definitely go again. Friendly service.

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Anika V - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anika V
On business

Eindjaar-spanwegbreek.

Ons span het die hele lodge uitgeboek vir 'n aand. Baie lekker geswem en gesamentlik by Impala-huis gekuier.

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Year-end team break.

Our team booked out the entire lodge for a night. Had a great time swimming and hanging out together at Impala house.

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Melissa B - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Melissa B
Family with teenagers

Meestal rustig.

Netjies plekkie. As jy wil rus is dit die regte plek. Niks vir kinders om te doen nie behalwe swem. Baie in die omgewing om te doen en te sien.

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Mostly quiet.

Neat place. If you want to rest this is the right place. Nothing for kids to do except swimming. Lots to do and see in the area.

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Jacques O - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jacques O
With friends

Quiet and calm.

Great stay, the unit is in such a way that you feel you are in the bush when coming down the stairs and it's cozy.

Johannes V - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Johannes V
Family with young children

Veilig, skoon en lekker in die bosveld.

Naby alles, rustige en gee die bosveld-vibes wat jy nodig het.

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Safe, clean and fun in the bush.

Close to everything, peaceful and gives you the bushveld vibes you need.

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Frik P - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Frik P
Family with teenagers

Dit was aangenaam.

Daar was te min borde vir 4 mense (3 borde). Verder het ons baie lekker gebly, die huisie is gemaklik en dit voel baie veilig as jy gaan inkruip.

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It was pleasant.

There were too few plates for 4 people (3 plates). Furthermore, we had a great stay, the house is comfortable and it feels very safe when you crawl in.

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Andreas P - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Andreas P
Family with young children

Rustig en lekker.

Mense was gaaf en vriendelik. Daar is genoeg ys en vuurmaakhout te koop.

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Quiet and nice.

People were nice and friendly. There is plenty of ice and firewood for sale.

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Salomi J - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Salomi J
With partner

Baie rustig en skoon.

Mens kon sien die plek is lanklaas gebruik. Daar was 'n paar bossies tussen die klippies.

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Very quiet and clean.

One could see that the place had not been used for a long time. There were some bushes among the pebbles.

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Hi Salomi

Thank you for your review.
Just a few points.
The unit you stayed in is very popular and always busy.
We appreciate that you found it sparkling clean as this is something we pay great attention to.
Your comments about the "bossies" this is the bushveld and we try to keep the environment natural.

Very happy you enjoyed your stay and found it peaceful
Kindest regards

Phumuza Bush Lodge
Zelda V - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Zelda V
With partner

Heerlike Bosveld-ervaring met rustigheid wat jou siel weer verkwik.

Dis 'n paradys vir natuurliefhebbers wat die gewoel en geraas van die stad wil afskud en net weer hulleself wil vind en met God konnekteer.

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Delicious Bushveld experience with tranquility that invigorates your soul.

It's a paradise for nature lovers who want to shake off the hustle and bustle of the city and just find themselves again and connect with God.

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Katlego K - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Katlego K
With friends

It was really nice.

They need to have activities.

Pat S - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Pat S
With partner

Heerlik om net te stap en rustig te wees!

Ons het ons Bull Terrier Jessie saam gehad en dit was n heerlike ervaring! Sy het die stap en die veld baie geniet.

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Great to just walk and be peaceful!

We had our Bull Terrier Jessie with us and it was a wonderful experience! She really enjoyed the walk and the field.

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S’bonisile Z - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
S’bonisile Z
With friends

Peaceful.

The hosts were friendly and helpful. Informed us upfront about the breakage fee and gave us receipt upon payment. Shaaron kept on sending updates about load shedding schedule in the area. We truly enjoyed our stay!

Elize R - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Elize R
With partner

Good

With microwave and bigger freeze will stay longer.

Anonymous Guest - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest

Relatively cheap, pet-friendly accommodation without tiger cats.

Bedding and kitchen equipment quite tired, but clean. No microwave.

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Thabo F - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Thabo F
With partner

Good for peace of mind.

Would prefer for at least a TV and microwave to be included for my next visit.

Nadine K - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nadine K
With friends

It was truly an amazing experience.

We loved the quietness and the bush. The chalets were absolutely beautiful. Beyond our expectations. Thank you for a fantastic weekend!

Sue L - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sue L
With friends

Baie rustig en baie lekker gerus.

Dit was goed.

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Very calm and very comfortable.

It was good.

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Elzabe V - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elzabe V

Baie lekker gekuier en uitgerus.

Sien sterre.

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Had a great time and rested.

See stars.

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Zandri M - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zandri M
Family with young children

Uiteindelik 'n vakansieplek waar mens kan rus.

Die 4 dae in die bos was die beste besluit nog. Daar is 'n swembad vir die kinders om te swem en baie sand om mee te speel en stokke om prentjie in die sand te teken. Ek verkies Phumuza Lodge omdat daar nie iets is om te oor haastig te wees of om te doen nie. Ek kon heeltemal rus en voel hoe dit voel om niks te doen, daar was genoeg plekke naby genoeg om 'n vinnige wegneemete te kry of om te gaan sit en eet.

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Finally a vacation spot where one can rest.

The 4 days in the forest was the best decision yet. There is a pool for the children to swim in and lots of sand to play with and sticks to draw pictures in the sand. I prefer Phumuza Lodge because there is nothing to rush about or do. I could totally rest and feel what it felt like to do nothing, there were enough places close enough to get a quick takeaway or sit down and eat.

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Jamie S - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jamie S
With partner

Amazing.

Peaceful and quiet. Excellent getaway from the city.

David V - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
David V
Family with young children

Pragtige plek, netjies en skoon.

Sal net voorstel die Google Maps location moet verwyder word, want dit neem mens na 'n plek ver weg van Phumuza. Die eienaar het wel 'n boodskap gestuur wat dit noem, maar ek het die boodskap laat gekry na ek reeds verdwaal het.

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Beautiful place, neat and clean.

Would just suggest that the Google Maps location should be removed, as it takes one to a place far away from Phumuza. The owner did send a message mentioning this, but I got the message late after I had already gotten lost.

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

Warm welcome, nice place, clean and relaxing.

Beautiful place, warm welcome.

Annamari K - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annamari K
With partner

Wat 'n belewenis.

Wat 'n week, dit was so rustig en stil net, wat 'n mens nodig het na lang, harde jaar. Beslis nie die laaste keer nie.

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What an experience.

What a week, it was so peaceful and quiet, just what one needs after a long, hard year. Definitely not the last time.

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Jh B - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jh B
With friends

Lekker rustig. Het ons verwagtinge oortref.

Goeie kommunikasie met kliënte. Die verblyf was netjies en goed ingerig.

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Nice and quiet. Exceeded our expectations.

Good communication with customers. The accommodation was neat and well furnished.

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Renier B - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Renier B
With partner

Goed gerus.

Baie rustig as jy net wil ontspan.

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Okay please.

Very peaceful if you just want to relax.

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Belinda S - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Belinda S
With partner

Rustigheid weg van alles.

Die rustigheid weg van alles en veral wanneer mens in die stad en dorpies bly is so lekker gewees. Sonder TV of enige ekstra goed wat mens vanselfsprekend aanvaar was nie beskikbaar en het mens net weer terug aarde toe laat kom. Dit was rêrig baie lekker.

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Tranquility away from it all.

The tranquility away from everything and especially when you live in the city and villages has been so nice. Without TV or any extra things that one takes for granted were not available and only brought one back to earth. It was really very nice.

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Sharon M - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sharon M
Family with young children

Relaxing and very peaceful experience.

It was the perfect escape from the busy city life. It was very quiet and peaceful. My 15 month old son enjoyed playing in the pool and water puddles after the rain. We took walks around the property which was good. I would suggest the map of the property in the information booklet to be modified a bit and to have a small section in the booklet about the different routes one could take to get to the lookout tower and around the property. I always looked forward to walking to the lookout tower. We really had a good time. The owners were very kind and accommodating. Thank you.

Dominique K - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Dominique K
With partner

Baie rustig en ontspanne.

Was lekker om net stilte te ervaar.

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Very calm and relaxed.

It was nice to just experience silence.

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Francois S - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois S
With partner

Dit was net heerlik rustig!

'n Wonderlike wegbreekplek. Ons het kans gehad om behoorlik te herlaai. Dankie!

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It was just wonderfully peaceful!

A wonderful getaway. We had a chance to recharge properly. Thank you!

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Dinamarie S - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Dinamarie S
With partner

Pleasant and private.

We enjoyed our stay.

Eksteen R - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Eksteen R
Family with young children

Lekker rustig

Ons het gaan afskakel in die bos, net wat ons nodig gehad het.

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Nice and quiet

We went to switch off in the woods, just what we needed.

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Jacqueline C - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jacqueline C
With partner

Voedsel vir die siel.

Ongelukkig kon ons net een nag oorslaap, maar het dit baie geniet. Alles netjies skoon. Al voorstel sal wees om waaiers in die kamers te sit, dit was nogal moelik om in die hitte deur die nag te kom.

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Food for the soul.

Unfortunately we could only stay one night, but enjoyed it very much. Everything neat and clean. Any suggestion would be to put fans in the rooms, it was quite difficult to get through the night in the heat.

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Nele C - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Nele C
With partner

Baie basiese verblyf, maar rustig, privaat en voldoende vir 'n wegbreek in die bos en teen 'n baie redelike prys. Jy kry waarvoor jy betaal.

Die pad-aanwysings op die web-blad is heeltemal verkeerd. Die oord stuur egter 'n WhatsApp met die regte aanwysings - volg hierdie aanwysings! En just beware. met loadshedding is daar ook geen water nie.

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Very basic accommodation, but quiet, private and adequate for a break in the woods and at a very reasonable price. You get what you pay for.

The road directions on the web page are completely wrong. However, the resort sends a WhatsApp with the correct directions - follow these directions! And just save. with loadshedding there is also no water.

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Jaco L - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Jaco L
With friends

Aktiewe wegbreek.

Die lodge self is baie netjies en goed uit een gesit. Die hoofslaapkamer is groot maar die ander kamer is meer geskik vir kinders. Die oop kombuis skep 'n lekker atmosfeer rondom die goeie braai fasiliteite. Enigste ontstellende indruk op die naweek was die omgewing se honde wat heelnag geblaf en lawaai het.

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Active breakaway.

The lodge itself is very neat and well laid out. The master bedroom is large but the other room is more suitable for children. The open kitchen creates a nice atmosphere around the good braai facilities. Only disturbing impression on the weekend was the neighborhood's dogs that barked and made noise all night.

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Dawid R - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Dawid R
Family with teenagers

Dit was rustig en stil.

Onthou om jou bankbesonderhede vir Phumuza Bush Lodge te stuur na 3 dae en jou skadedeposito terug te vra.

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It was peaceful and quiet.

Remember to send your bank details to Phumuza Bush Lodge after 3 days and claim your damage deposit back.

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Charline F - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charline F
With friends

Lovely, quiet and relaxing few days.

It was a lovely two days. Accommodation was clean, quiet and relaxing.

Johan S - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan S
With partner

As dit rustigheid is wat jy soek, sal jy dit hier vind. Baie aangenaam.

Stilte vir die siel.

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If it's tranquility you're looking for, you'll find it here. Very pleasant.

Silence for the soul.

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Baie dankie, Johan, ons sien uit na jou volgende kuier.

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Jacobus W - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacobus W
With partner

Dit was baie lekker en stil. Die regte plek om net te kan rus.

Dit was rus vir my siel, lekker geslaap en die natuur was awesome, sal enige tyd weer gaan, maar net bietjie langer.

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It was very nice and quiet. The right place to rest.

Rest for my soul, slept nicely and nature was awesome. Would go again anytime, just for longer.

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Mariekie W - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mariekie W
With partner

Baie lekker skoon en rustig.

Rustig, veilig, skoon.

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Very clean and quiet.

Quiet, safe, clean.

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

Stil, rustig baie privaat en kan lekker stap

Net jammer die buite stort het nie gewerk nie

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Quiet, peaceful, very private and can take a nice walk

Just a pity the outside shower didn't work

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Jeanine A - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jeanine A

Ons het baie lekker ontspan

Ons het heerlik ontspan, baie dankie!

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We had a great time relaxing

We had a great time relaxing, thank you very much!

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Liza D - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Liza D
Family with teenagers

As jy wil rus is dit beslis die plek om te gaan.

Die eienaar was so hulpvaardig en het dadelik gehelp as ons iets gekort het. Ek dink die tieners sou net graag iets wou gehad het om te doen aangesien daar geen aktiwiteite of "games room"of putt-putt ens. vir hulle was om te doen nie, maar dit het verseker dat hulle saam met die grootmense moes kuier! Pragtig, stil en rus vir jou siel!

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If you want to rest this is definitely the place to go.

The owner was so helpful and immediately helped if we needed something. I think the teenagers would have just liked to have something to do as there are no activities or "games room" or putt-putt etc. there was nothing for them to do, but it ensured that they got to hang out with the grown-ups! Beautiful, quiet and rest for your soul!

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Lizette V - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Lizette V
With friends

Soos gewoonlik het ons lekker gekuier.

Sharon, dankie vir 'n lekker naweek. Ons het weereens lekker gekuier en ons tyd by julle geniet!

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As usual we had a great time.

Sharon, thanks for a nice weekend. We once again had a great time and enjoyed our time with you!

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Mpho M - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Mpho M
Family with young children

The place was ok.

It is a good place when you just want peace of mind and a refreshing spot.

Bets H - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Bets H
With partner

Die kuier was 'n ware bosveldervaring. Warm, droog en aandstilte onder die sterre.

Die Campbell's is baie vriendelik en het geen moeite ontsien om ons tuis te laat voel nie. Die probleem met die stofie wat nie gewerk het nie is binne 'n halfuur opgelos. Die beddegoed kort opgradering en pakplek in die kamers en badkamer is 'n probleem. Een of ander bedekking buite die houthutte, bv. 'n laag klippies of grasperk soos by die swembad en hoofarea sal help om die stof in die hutte te verminder, wat nogal 'n probleem was omdat ons toevallig baie wind/stof tydens ons verblyf ervaar het.

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The visit was a real woodland experience. Warm, dry and evening silence under the stars.

The Campbell's are very friendly and spared no effort to make us feel at home. The problem with the fabric not working was solved within half an hour. The bedding needs upgrading and storage space in the rooms and bathroom is a problem. Some kind of covering outside the log cabins, e.g. a layer of pebbles or grass like at the pool and main area will help reduce the dust in the cabins, which was quite a problem as we happened to experience a lot of wind/dust during our stay.

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Johannes B - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Johannes B
With partner

Kon nie rus nie. Bure lawaai te veel.

Die huise is te naby mekaar.

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Couldn't rest. Neighbors make too much noise.

The houses are too close together.

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Dear Jaco,

We were extremely disappointed to read your review.
We have a strict no tolerance to any disturbance or noise policy. We adhere to this policy with no exceptions. Any noise that may have been experienced by yourselves was definitely ceased by 22.00, which is the generally accepted time. We monitor the noise level and accept no deviations. We were unaware of any exceptional noise while you were here. You never complained about the noise while you were on the lodge, if you had we would have definitely followed up.
Your comment about the units being too close is unfounded. Each unit has a distance of at least 50 m between them and is surrounded by natural bush and trees making them private.

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

Ons wou 'n stil naweek in die bos gehad het en dit is presies wat ons gekry het!

Ons het heerlik gekuier by Phumuza. Die cottage was goed ingerig en ons het alles gehad wat ons benodig het. Dankie vir 'n heerlike naweek en ons kom kuier gou weer.

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We wanted a quiet weekend in the woods and that's exactly what we got!

We had a great time at Phumuza. The cottage was well appointed and we had everything we needed. Thank you for a wonderful weekend and we will visit again soon.

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Chris L - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris L
With partner

Baie rustig.

'n Ideale plek om net weg te breek. Ek en my man het die stilte baie geniet. Oom Hennie was baie aangenaam.

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Very calm.

An ideal place to just break away. My husband and I really enjoyed the silence. Uncle Hennie was very pleasant.

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Angelique P - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Angelique P
With partner

Dit was asemrowend.

Ons het dit ongelooflik baie geniet. Die stilte daar is amazing. Wou nie terug stad toe kom nie. Phumuza is beslis die plek om die natuur te geniet. 10 uit 10.

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It was breathtaking.

We enjoyed it incredibly much. The silence there is amazing. Didn't want to come back to the city. Phumuza is definitely the place to enjoy nature. 10 out of 10.

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Baie dankie. Hoop om julle binnekort weer te sien

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Twanette R - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Twanette R
Family with young children

Rustigheid.

Dit is definitief 'n wegbreek van die stadslewe en tegnologie. Net om te besef daar is soveel meer om te waardeer en te leer van die natuur, 'n oomblik te vat van ons besige lewe en die klein dingetjies weer te waardeer, 'n kosbare en spesiale tyd saam met die gesin te spandeer sonder enige onderbrekings.

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Calmness.

It is definitely a break from city life and technology. Just to realize there is so much more to appreciate and learn about nature, to take a moment from our busy lives and appreciate the little things again, to spend a precious and special time with the family without any interruptions .

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Adele H - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adele H
Family with young children

Heerlik rustig, sal definitief weer gaan!

Sien sterre.

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Wonderfully peaceful, will definitely go again!

See stars.

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Frik P - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Frik P
With friends

Alles wat nodig is om 'n lekker naweek in die bos te beleef.

Soos gewoonlik was ons kuier uit die boonste rakke. Baie dankie Sharon vir jou gasvryheid.

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Everything you need to have a nice weekend in the woods.

As usual, our visit was top notch. Thank you very much Sharon for your hospitality.

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Frik P - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Frik P
With friends

Definitief aan te beveel vir ander besoekers.

Netjies, veilig en lekker.

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Will definitely recommend to other travellers.

Neat, safe and great.

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Baie dankie Frik. Ons het jou kuier hier by ons ook waardeer.

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

Heerlik stil en rustig, dankie.

Heerlike, rustige plek en goeie diens. Sal aanbeveel.

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Lovely quiet and peaceful, thank you.

Lovely, quiet place and good service. Would recommend.

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Albert G - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Albert G
With partner

Presies wat ons gesoek het.

Ons het op 'n Sondag ingeklok na almal weg was, so ons was die enigste gaste op die perseel, wat fantasties was. Kon alleen by uitkykpunt gaan sit en ook die swembad geniet. Die aand in die stilte van die bos om die vuur was great. Daar was een of ander fout met die huisie wat ons bespreek het met die buitestort en kombuis. Maar was nie die einde van die wêreld nie. Die huisie wat ons gekry het was goed uitgerus met alles wat ons nodig gehad het. Ons sê altyd ons is maklik, fine met enigiets, solank dit net skoon is. Maar ek was opreg verbaas oor hoe skoon die huisie was. Daar's nie eers een spinnerakkie of niks waar mens dit gewoonlik verwag in die dak of onder die tuinstoele en tafel buite nie. Sal weer wil kom eendag en die hele familie bring na die groot huis vir bietjie wegbreek.

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Exactly what we were looking for.

We checked in on a Sunday after everyone had left, so we were the only guests on site, which was fantastic. Could sit alone at the lookout point and also enjoy the pool. The evening in the silence of the forest around the fire was great. There was some problem with the cottage we booked with the outside shower and kitchen. But was not the end of the world. The cottage we found was well equipped with everything we needed. We always say we are easygoing, fine with anything, as long as it is clean. But I was genuinely surprised at how clean the house was. There's not even one cobweb or nothing where you usually expect it in the roof or under the garden chairs and table outside. Will want to come again someday and bring the whole family to the big house for a little getaway.

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Baie dankie vir die terugvoer. Ons sien uit na u volgende besoek.

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Gerhard S - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gerhard S
With partner

Sal ons beslis weer sien.

Die stilte is onbeskryflik. Heerlik gekuier!

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Will definitely see us again.

The quietness is indescribable. Lovely stay!

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Cindy V - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Cindy V
Family with young children

Presies wat geadverteer is. Baie gerieflike verblyf.

Gerieflik naby na 'n lang reis vanaf Pretoria. Chalet is netjies en skoon. Heerlike staproete en in die middel van die bos.

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Exactly as advertised. Very comfortable accommodation.

Conveniently close after a long journey from Pretoria. Chalet is neat and clean. Lovely walking trail and in the middle of the bush.

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Henriëtte N - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Henriëtte N
With partner

Was heerlik om te stort in die buitelug.

Net die beddegoed was moeilik om op die bed te hou. Bly afgly. Verder was dit aangenaam.

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Was great to shower outdoors.

Just the bedding was difficult to keep on the bed. Keeps falling off. Furthermore, it was pleasant.

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Sandra E - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Sandra E
Large group

Baie rustige omgewing.

Ons was 'n groep ouers in die omgewing vir 'n kiddies rugby-toer en Phumuza het voldoen aan wat ons nodig gehad het. Baie mooi omgewing.

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Very quiet area.

We were a group of parents in the area for a kiddies rugby tour and Phumuza met what we needed. Very nice environment.

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Frikkie V - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Frikkie V
With partner

Rustig heerlik privaat en ons het heerlik gerus en die voëlgesang terdeë geniet.

Dit was 'n heerlike bosvakansietjie gewees. Rustig en kalm atmosfeer en ons was baie aangenaam ontvang deur die eienaar. Al die personeel was baie vriendelik. Ons wou eers laat vertrek en was toegelaat om al die fasiliteite op die terrein te geniet tot laat en het dit baie waardeer. Dit terrein was mooi skoon en netjies gewees.

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Quiet, wonderfully private and we had a great rest and thoroughly enjoyed the birdsong.

It had been a lovely forest holiday. Quiet and calm atmosphere and we were very pleasantly received by the owner. All the staff were very friendly. We only wanted to leave late and were allowed to enjoy all the facilities on site until late and really appreciated that. This site was pretty clean and tidy.

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Frans C - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Frans C
With partner

Asemrowend mooi en netjies.

Dis die soort plek waar jy rus vir jou siel kry met genoeg vermaak van die eekhoringtjies en nagapies. Daar is bokspore, bospaadjies en 'n baie hoë uitkyktoring by 'n watergat wat ons bokant die boomtoppe gevat het. Ons het die "Vlakvark" houteenheid regtig geniet, maar meer die sand tussen ons tone. Dis 'n bos-juweel vol wilde vrugtebome en voëllewe.

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Breathtaking, pretty and neat.

It's the sort of place where you find peace for your soul with enough entertainment from the squirrels and bushbaies. There are buck tracks, bush paths and a very high viewing tower at a waterhole that we took over the tree tops. We really enjoyed the "Vlakvark" wooden unit, but more so the sand between our toes. It's a forest jewel full of wild fruit trees and bird life.

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Baie dankie Frans vir jou vriendelike terugvoer.
Ons waardeer dit baie.

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Dawie M - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Dawie M
Large group

Baie vriendelike eienaars, rustige plek en waarde vir geld.

Sal verseker weer gaan kuier. Eienaars gaan uit hul pad om jou te help. Baie rustige bos atmosfeer.

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Very friendly owners, peaceful place and value for money.

Will definitely visit again. Owners go out of their way to help you. Very peaceful forest atmosphere.

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Angela B - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Angela B
With partner

Lovely, clean accommodation!

We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend staying at the lodge if you are looking for a peaceful bush experience.

Heinrich E - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Heinrich E
Family with young children

'n Lekker wegbreek uit die besige stad.

Baie mooi en baie stil. Het die nodige goed wat jy nodig het om die aand oor te bly. Dit is nie ver uit die dorp geleë nie. Baie maklik bekombaar.

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A nice getaway from the busy city.

Very nice and very quiet. Has all the necessary things you need to stay the night. It is not far from the town. Very easily accessible.

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Roy H - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Roy H
Family with teenagers

Lekker stil wegbreekplekkie.

Baie netjiese, waarde vir geld wegbreek. Nie vir klein kinders nie. Nie veel om te doen nie. Eenheid was meer vir couple-wegbreek.

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Nice quiet getaway spot.

Very neat, value for money getaway. Not for small children. Not much to do. Unit was more for couples getaway.

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Casper K - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Casper K
With friends

Baie overpriced.

Plek het doel gedien as oorslaap plek alleenlik. Cabin was regtig nie geskik vir 4 volwassenes nie, was hopeloos te klein. Stortkop was stukkend en het dit moeilik gemaak om te stort. Omtrent geen waterdruk in kombuis en ons moes water aandra vanaf die badkamer om skottelgoed te was. Verder was dit nie sleg nie, maar ons het slegs oorgeslaap en nie veel daar gedoen nie. Dit was regtig net baie overpriced in my opinie.

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Very overpriced.

Place served purpose as a place to sleep only. Cabin was really not suitable for 4 adults, was hopelessly too small. Shower head was broken and made showering difficult. Almost no water pressure in kitchen and we had to bring water from the bathroom to wash dishes. Other than that it wasn't bad, but we only slept over and didn't do much there. It was really just very overpriced in my opinion.

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Anonymous Guest - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

Nice place for a forest holiday.

Phumuza Bush Lodge would be a nice place for a bush holiday, but I would definitely prefer a guest house for just one night's sleep. Everything was neat and clean, but I don't quite understand why towels, dishcloths, soap, coffee, tea, sugar and milk (at least just enough for the next morning) can't be provided. It's just basic hospitality. Also, there was no sink in the one bathroom. There is a very impractical sliding lock on the sliding door which does not contribute to safety or restful sleep.

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Graham L - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Graham L
With partner

Baie potensiaal, maar kort aandag.

Dit is nie waarde vir geld nie en nie baie skoon nie. Het beslis aandag nodig en toesig wanneer skoongemaak word.

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Lots of potential, but short on attention.

It is not value for money and not very clean. Definitely needs attention and supervision when cleaning.

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Cornel B - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Cornel B
Family with young children

Nie heeltemal wat ons verwag het nie.

Ek dink die huisie waarin ons gebly het was onbewoon vir 'n tydjie, of daar was baie oppervlakkig skoon gemaak voor ons aankoms. Linne was nie vars nie en oral was spinnerakke. Die buitestort is 'n goeie idee, maar daar moet dalk 'n mop of lap verskaf word om die vloer op te droog anders loop mens deur die water na die kamer na jy die toilet besoek het. Mooi plek, maar kan verbeter om verblyf meer gemaklik te maak.

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Not quite what we expected.

I think the cottage we stayed in was unoccupied for a while, or it was hardly cleaned before our arrival. Linen was not fresh and cobwebs where everywhere. The outside shower is a good idea, but there may need to be a mop or cloth to dry the floor, or walk through the water to the room after visiting the toilet. Nice place, but can improve to make accommodation more comfortable.

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
Individual traveller

Place lacks attention and it feels like there is no wildlife, it is way too expensive for what you get.

The shower in my unit's slope works out so that the water flows outside the shower, there is a gap that makes this possible The floor tiles are cracked. The bed's frame is very skeptical and loose. The unit's corners have water vapor problems and cobwebs are also in the corners. The door has a lot of trouble closing. The lodge has almost no wildlife (no tracks or fog visible) and no clear indications of where you can drive or walk to see wildlife, think it's actually too small for that. I walked and sat down at the lookout tower, it was falling apart. The lookout tower's thatched roof is halfway gone and the wooden floor of the lookout tower has a few places where it has broken (one could get very hurt if you step on it and even fall, who knows). The place has very strict rules and the leaflet is poorly laid out with rules that repeat all the time. When I got there I had to complete a disclaimer form which basically states that they are not responsible for my safety or belongings whatsoever, no matter what happens. They also have such a long description about it in their pamphlet in the room. The place does not provide towels and can only put a chocolate on the bed. The bedside lamps don't work and there was only one toilet paper roll (if I remember correctly). I think it is important that good sleep should visit their places regularly and do an inspection: Is the price and what you get out of a place fair? Do they really have the services that the place claims recognition for on our website, there is also a difference to say you have game to look at (only 2 goats in 10 hectares) and another place has 1000 goats over 100 hectares . I will have to consider whether I book directly with Klein Kariba and pay more, but you know what you pay for.

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Martie M - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
2/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Martie M
With friends

Ek sal volgende keer van ander verblyf gebruik maak.

Ons het nie kennis gekry dat handdoeke nie beskikbaar sal wees nie. Die beddegoed is glad nie op standaard nie. Laken was geskeur en saam met duvet-oortreksel was dit dun en uitgewas. Ons voel dat daar so baie blyplekke in die omgewing is en kompetisie vir Phumuza Bush Lodge is. Het regtig aandag gekort.

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I will use different accommodation next time.

We did not receive notice that towels are not provided. The bedding is not on par. Fitted sheet was town en the duvet cover was thing and washed out. We feel there are a lot of accommodation in the area and competition for Phumuza Bush Lodge. It really needed attention.

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Dear Martie,
We are really sorry you did not enjoy your overnight stay at Phumuza. The issue you had with towels could have been avoided as we do state on the booking page that we do not supply towels. We immediately checked the linen after your complaint and yes, the fitted sheet has a small tear where the stitching has come loose on the corner where it covers the mattress. We will attend to that. Thank you for informing us. The duvet and cover have never been a problem before but we will look into it, please bear in mind we are a bush lodge and having feather duvets is really not an option.
We must just say that some people find it better to ignore small issues and rather focus on the positives such as the beautiful surroundings and other facilities which far outweigh all else. Could it perhaps be that your stay was not long enough to enjoy what we offer?

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Hannes V - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
1/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Hannes V
With partner

Ek sal niemand aanbeveel om hier te bly nie.

Dit was 'n ent uit op 'n grondpad na die troue laataand klaargemaak het. Die beddegoed was maar weird, die toilet en wasbak het gelek en die toilet loop nie weer vinnig vol nadat dit gespoel het nie.

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Wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.

It was a way out on a gravel road after the wedding finished late at night. The bedding was weird, the toilet and basin leaked and the toilet doesn't fill quickly after it has been flushed.

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Mary-ann D - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mary-ann D
Family with young children

Heerlik en rustig.

Wonderlike rustige plek. Ons het 'n rustige naweek geniet. Baie dankie oom Hennie en span. Ons het dit vreeslik geniet. Ons sal definitief weer daarheen gaan.

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Lovely and peaceful.

Wonderful, peaceful place. We had a peaceful weekend. Thank you very much to Hennie and his team. We really enjoyed it. We will definitely stay there again.

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Emelia F - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Emelia F
Family with teenagers

Het die wegbreek van die stad baie geniet!

Dankie dat julle dit vir 'n ma en twee kinders so gerieflik gemaak het. Ons het dit baie geniet en die bosveld was pragtig!

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Really enjoyed the break from the city!

Thank you for making it so convenient for a mother and two children. We really enjoyed it and the woodland was beautiful!

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

Terdeë geniet. Die rustigheid en gasvryheid is definitief aanbeveel.

Ons het dit terdeë geniet. Die rustigheid was vir ons die belangrikste. Die akkommodasie is uniek en 'n verandering van ander plekke. Die eienaars is regtig baie gaaf en voortreflike gashere. Sal dit definitief aanbeveel.

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Thoroughly enjoyed. The tranquility and hospitality are definitely recommended.

We thoroughly enjoyed it. The tranquility was the most important thing for us. The accommodation is unique and a change from other places. The owners are really very nice and excellent hosts. Would definitely recommend it.

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

Totale rustigheid.

Baie dankie vir 'n fantastiese lekker wegbreek en vir die braai spices.

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Total tranquility.

Thank you very much for a fantastic break and for the braai spices.

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Piet B - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Piet B
With partner

Rustig en stil en ontspanne.

Lekker gekuier en alles was netjies en skoon. Vriendelike mense wat die plek besit. Die fire pit is 'n bietjie diep vir ouer mense met 'n stywe rug - braaiers kan dalk bietjie gelig word?

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Calm and quiet and relaxed.

Had a great time and everything was neat and clean. Friendly people who own the place. The fire pit is a little deep for older people with stiff backs - braai could be raised a bit?

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Margo V - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Margo V
With partner

Rus en nogmaals rus.

Waarde vir geld.

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Rest and more rest.

Value for money.

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Lorraine B - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Lorraine B
With friends

Stilte en goeie waarde vir geld.

Skoon en alles wat benodig word - vriendelike en behulpsame eienaars. Stilte en mooi omgewing - veilig en naby vir 'n lekker wegbreek.

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Quiet and good value for money.

Clean and everything needed - friendly and helpful owners. Quiet and beautiful surroundings - safe and close for a nice break.

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Yolanda F - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Yolanda F
With friends

Dit was 'n rustige ontspanning saam vriende.

Ek beveel die plek aan vir enige iemand wat 'n rustige, stil, vriendelike plek soek om te ontspan voor die vuur en naggeluide in die agtergrond.

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It was a peaceful relaxation with friends.

I recommend the place to anyone looking for a peaceful, quiet, friendly place to relax in front of the fire and night sounds in the background.

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Trecia S - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Trecia S
With partner

Stil, rustig en weg van alles. Te heerlik.

Gul ontvang met aankoms. Flinke diens. Het so lekker gebly na die woelige tyd by die KykNet-skou. Het vinnig vir ons lig gebring toe swaar weer krag in die hele omgewing uitgeslaan het. Baie dankie Phumuza. Sien weer volgende jaar.

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Quiet, peaceful and away from it all. Too delicious.

Gul received on arrival. Great service. Had such a nice stay after the hectic time at the KykNet show. Brought us light quickly when severe weather knocked out power in the entire area. Thank you very much Phumuza. See you again next year.

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Sarie D - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Sarie D
Family with teenagers

Baie rustig.

Baie rustige atmosfeer, nie vir tieners nie en geen diere wat op die webwerf geplaas is.

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Very tranquil.

Very quiet atmosphere, not for teenagers. There are no animals as placed on the website.

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Dear Sarie,
Thank you for your comments. Unfortunately, game is very unpredictable, and elusive. You may be lucky and see many different species, and then again, you may just have bad luck and see nothing. It is necessary to be patient and quiet, which can be quite a challenge especially when there are younger children in your party. We do offer advice on where to find the various animals, and would have been glad to help you in your search.
Bela Bela has many exciting activities that the younger generation find enjoyable and day outings can be a treat. Coming back to a restful quiet place to rest in the evening, is an advantage.

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Ericka E - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ericka E
With partner

Pragtige skoon plek.

Alles was perfek. Dit is net die braaiplek wat regtig onaangenaam was. Dit is 'n baie diep gat in die grond. So baie hout is nodig en mens moet op jou knieë staan om die vleis te braai.

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Beautiful clean place.

Everything was perfect. It's only the braai place that was really unpleasant. It is a very deep hole in the ground. So much wood is needed and you have to stand on your knees to grill the meat.

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Phumuza Bush Lodge 's response

Hi Ericka
Ons is bly dat julle ons lodge geniet het. Dis net jammer dat julle nie gevra het vir n staan braai. Ons sou dit met graagte vir julle gebring het. Die " braaipit" is ideaal vir n groot vuur in die aande.

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Aninka B - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Aninka B
Family with young children

Perfek vir 'n kort wegbreek.

Heerlike nag saam kimders in die "bos" spandeer. Baie privaat en aangenaam.

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Perfect for a short break.

Lovely night spent with kimders in the "bush". Very private and pleasant.

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Beverley B - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Beverley B
Family with young children

Baie lekker en gemaklik.

Ons het onlangs die geleentheid gehad om te bly by Phumuza. Alhoewel dit baie warm was, was daar plafonwaaiers in die eenhede waarin ons tuisgegaan het (Vlakvark en Giraffe). Baie gerieflik en netjiese houthuisies in die bos. Klein maar koel afkoel "paddle pool" wat natuurlik heerlik was in die 45° toe ons daar was. Neem net jou eie skoonmaakmiddels, vadoeke, handdoeke ens. saam (daar word nie voorsien nie). Oor die heelal baie lekker.

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Very nice and comfortable.

We recently had the opportunity to stay at Phumuza. Although it was very hot, there were ceiling fans in the units we stayed in (Garden and Giraffe). Very comfortable and neat wooden houses in the forest. Small but cool cooling "paddle pool" which was of course delicious in the 45° when we were there. Just take your own cleaning products, dishcloths, towels etc. together (there is not provided). Overall very nice.

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Johan F - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan F
With partner

Plek is baie netjies en staff is baie vriendelik.

Phumuza laat jou voel na ’n tuiste weg van jou eie huis af, netjies en baie rustig. Sal definitief aanbeveel en weer gaan.

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Place is very neat and staff are very friendly.

Phumuza makes you feel at home, neat and very tranquil. Will definitely recommend and go again.

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Adell H - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Adell H
With partner

Baie lekker, sal weer by Phumuza gaan bly.

Stil plek en is perfek vir 'n naweek se wegbreek van stadslewe af.

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Enjoyed. Will stay at Phumuza again.

Quiet area, perfect for a weekend break away from the city rush.

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Laetitia R - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Laetitia R
With friends

Rustig in 'n mooi omgewing.

'n Baie goed toegeruste wooneenheid wat ruim genoeg is vir 8 na 10 mense. Die kuierstoep is fantasties met 'n mooi uitsig oor die bosveld. Sou net bietjie beter braai fasiliteit wou hê. Sal beslis weer soontoe gaan!

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Peaceful in a beautiful setting.

A very well equipped living unit that is spacious enough for 8 to 10 people. The veranda is fantastic with a nice view of the woodland. Would just like a little better grilling facility. Will definitely go there again!

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Raisibe M - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Raisibe M
With friends

It is a great place for fresh air.

We had a great time, but they don't attend to their guest, not even orientation for the guest when they arrive. all in all, they don't have hospitality, but it is a great place to relax and enjoy nature.

Marli V - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Marli V
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker en stil so in die natuur.

Sharon het baie moeite gedoen om ons te akkommodeer en uit te help. Plekkie is klein maar netjies, en die omgewing is rus vir jou siel.

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Very nice and quiet like that in nature.

Sharon went to great lengths to accommodate and help us out. Place is small but neat, and the environment is rest for your soul.

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Elsabe V - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
4/5
Elsabe V
Family with young children

Baie kalmerend en rustig.

Die plekkie is baie mooi en het mooi uitsigte, baie rustig en het die tyd in die bos baie geniet en het baie gerus. Die uitkykpunt kan bietjie opgeknap word en is baie mooi, maar kort 'n bietjie aandag. Verder is dit 'n baie rustige plek waar jy kan lekker rus.

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Very calming and peaceful.

The place is very beautiful and has nice views, very peaceful and enjoyed the time in the forest very much and rested a lot. The viewpoint could do with a bit of renovation and is very nice, but needs some attention. Furthermore, it is a very peaceful place where you can rest well.

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Phumuza Bush Lodge 's response

Thank you very much for your kind words. We are aware of the damage to the tower. It unfortunetely happened a short time before your visit. We had exceptionally strong winds and damage was caused. The tower is under repair and will be back to its beautiful self shortly.

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Tienus S - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Tienus S
Family with young children

Geen diens gedurende verblyf en hek op voertuig toegemaak.

Die akkommodasie is skoon op aankoms en die houthuisies baie mooi. Geen diens gedurende verblyf: Geen eenheid skoonmaak, geen asblik verwydering, geen vuur skoonmaak, geen toiletpapier vervanging gedurende verblyf. Op aankoms het die eieneaar die hek op ons voertuig toegemaak en die skade was: krapmerke en verf het afgekom. Sou gedink het dat daar ten minste sensors op hek sal wees; veral as mens met publiek werk. Geen verskoning of aanvaarding van ongeluk of kompensasie ontvang nie.

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No service during stay and gate closed on vehicle.

The accommodation is clean on arrival and the wooden houses very nice. No service during stay: No unit cleaning, no trash removal, no fire cleaning, no toilet paper replacement during stay. On arrival the owner closed the gate on our vehicle and the damage was: scratch marks and paint coming off. Would have thought that at least there would be sensors on gate; especially when working with the public. No apology or acceptance of accident or compensation received.

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Patience S - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Patience S
With friends

We had a great time, scenery was beautiful.

Still awaiting on the refund for the loss or damages. Didn't receive 100% service as we had to wait on a light to be fixed. Need more lights around the cabins. The pond by the tower needs to be maintained, as it an exceptional view to have from the top.

Estelle S - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Estelle S
Family with young children

Skoon, netjies, mooi en stil, maar mens kry die gevoel dat die eienaars se hart nie meer in die besigheid is nie. Bietjie verwaarloos op plekke. Ons het dit nogsteeds geniet.

Die huisies is skoon en netjies. Die natuur en roetes is mooi en stil, maar mens kry die gevoel dat die eienaars se hart nie meer in die besigheid is nie. Bietjie verwaarloos op plekke. Ons het dit nogsteeds geniet. Bietjie gestap en baie geswem.

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Clean, tidy, beautiful and quiet, but one gets the feeling that the owners' heart is no longer in the business. A little neglected in places. We still enjoyed it.

The houses are clean and tidy. The nature and routes are beautiful and quiet, but one gets the feeling that the owners' heart is no longer in the business. A little neglected in places. We still enjoyed it. Walked a little and swam a lot.

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Ethel M - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Ethel M
With friends

Overall a nice place.

It's nice and quiet, good place to be with friends.

Dr Jan D - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Dr Jan D
With partner

Verblyf is nie waarde vir geld.

Geen stoele. Geen mikrogolf. Lakens was vuil. Baie beknop.

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Accommodation is not value for money.

No chairs. No microwave. Sheets were dirty. Very tight.

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Anonymous Guest - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Very calm.

It's lovely and peaceful, you can go for a nice walk. Big farm, with no game, 4 divers, 2 kudus and maybe a roebuck. Not at all what was expected. Boundary wire was damaged, came across wood harvesters during a hike.

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Denise C - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Denise C
With partner

Ek het dit glad nie geniet nie, suiwer oor die onvriendelike en sarkastiese comment gemaak deur Shaaron toe ons daar gekom het.

Die intercom by die hek het nie gewerk toe ek daar kom nie. Ek moes die nr op die internet opsoek en bel sodat die hek oopgemaak word. Die hek het net half oopgemaak en ek moes weer bel sodat dit heeltemal oopgemaak kan word sodat ek kon deurry. Toe ek by ontvangs kom sê Shaaron sarkasties vir my ek moes die "emergency" knoppie druk en nie die intekomknoppie nie. Geen kaartfasiliteit. Toe ek my kaart gee vir die betaling. Shaaron: "It is a pity that people do not read the information supplied before they book." Ons het Donderdag wat 'n vakansiedag was ingeboek. Ek het Vrydag na werk ongeveer 6nm by Phumuza gekom en die intercom gedruk (die keer het dit gewerk). Shaaron het geantwoord en toe ek vra of sy die hek sal oop maak het sy geantwoord dat dit nie convenient is vir haar nie en ek vir my man moet wag om die remote te bring. Die kombuis laat veel te wense oor. Twee van die borde was gekraak en 'n beker gechip. Die messe is van swak kwaliteit en ons het liefs nie gewaag om iets te sny daarmee nie want dit sou breek. Ek het gery en steak messe gaan koop. Die kampstoele was vuil en die skinkbord deel aan die stoel was stukkend. Die kamer is so beknop dat die bunkerbed voor die badkamerdeur staan. Jy moet jou hand deur die bed se reling druk om die deur oop te maak. Daar is baie beter lodges vir dieselfde geld waarde in die omgewing en ek sal almal aanbeveel om eerder by 'n ander plek as Phumuza te bespreek. Daar sal jy ook rustigheid en 'n mooi omgewing hê maar definitief vriendeliker ontvangs.

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I did not enjoy it at all, purely because of the unkind and sarcastic comment made by Shaaron when we got there.

The intercom at the gate was not working when I got there. I had to look up the number on the internet and call to have the gate opened. The gate only opened halfway and I had to call again to have it fully opened so I could drive through. When I got to reception Shaaron sarcastically told me I should have pressed the "emergency" button and not the income button. No card facility. When I gave my card for the payment. Sharon: "It is a pity that people do not read the information supplied before they book." We checked in on Thursday which was a holiday. I got to Phumuza after work on Friday around 6pm and pressed the intercom (this time it worked). Shaaron answered and when I asked if she would open the gate she replied that it was not convenient for her and I had to wait for my husband to bring the remote. The kitchen leaves much to be desired. Two of the plates were cracked and a mug chipped. The knives are of poor quality and we did not dare to cut anything with them because they would break. I drove and went to buy steak knives. The camp chairs were dirty and the tray part of the chair was broken. The room is so cramped that the bunker bed is in front of the bathroom door. You have to push your hand through the bed rail to open the door. There are much better lodges for the same value of money in the area and I would recommend everyone to book somewhere other than Phumuza instead. There you will also have tranquility and a beautiful environment but definitely a friendlier reception.

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Phumuza Bush Lodge 's response

Dear Denise
We sincerely apologise that your expectations were not met. It would have been great if you had conveyed your issues and concerns to us when Pat came around to check and see if all was ok. He had a long conversation with your husband and children and nothing was mentioned. We could have sorted out your concerns and made your stay pleasent.
The issue with the remote, i would just like to emphasize that guests are issued with a remote for easy access to the property . The office is not manned 24 hours and it is difficult for staff to monitor guests movements . The constant ringing of the gate bell is also a nuisance for the other guests.
Once again we apologise and sincerly wish that your experience could have been better . The envirement is so peaceful and calming it would have been great to see you relax and enjoy yourself

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

Fantasties

Phumuza bush lodge. Kan verseker aanbeveel word. Ons het regtig lekker en rustig om die vuur gekuier. Phumuza bush lodge is mooi skoon en netjies. Sal verseker weer daar gaan kuier.

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Fantastic

Phumuza bush lodge. Can be recommended for sure. We really enjoyed and relaxed around the fire. Phumuza bush lodge is nice clean and tidy. Will definitely visit there again.

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Annatjie S - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annatjie S
With partner

Baie rustige bosveld atmosfeer.

Gasvrou was baie vriendelik en het ons dadelik tuis laat voel. Dit was net weer lieflik om buite in veld te kon wees, te stap en te braai en geen raserigheid van sirenes en stadsgeraas te kon hê nie.

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Very peaceful woodland atmosphere.

Hostess was very friendly and immediately made us feel at home. It was just lovely to be out in the fields, walking and barbecuing and not having any noise from sirens and city noise.

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Gerhard W - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerhard W
Family with teenagers

Heerlike rustige naweek in die bos.

Heerlike rustige naweek in die bos, Phumuza sal ons beslis weer sien.

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Lovely quiet weekend in the woods.

Lovely peaceful weekend in the bush, Phumuza we will definitely see you again.

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Herman N - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Herman N
With partner

We've experienced a beyond expectation time at Phumuza.

A Peaceful destination greets us where we could humble ourselves to our Almighty father God. The wooden hut - Vlakvark - gave our stay a Unique bushveld feeling - smelling wood and "veld" so fresh. Meditation on body, soul and mind were right on our doorstep. Listen, smell, feel, see. Unbelievable bird twitter greets you early mornings and at sunset. A zest for life we found in the simplicity of the bush, seeing squirrels and bush babies, impala and a lot of birds. The best. Amazing sunsets and sunrises from the tower. There you definitely experience the splendour of the King. Glory to our God! It's His breath in our lungs so we pour out the praise! All the underlined words spell PHUMUZA - Place of Restoration.

Stoney S - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stoney S
Family with young children

Fantasties.

Dit was lekker rustig in die bos met goeie geriewe!

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Fantastic.

It was very tranquil in the bush with good facilities!

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

It was a pleasant stay at Phumuza and we really enjoyed.

Everything went very well.

Chantale M - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chantale M
With friends

Had good time with friends, very nice view.

I would recommend it to anyone.

Thinus S - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Thinus S

Pragtige plek, rustige atmosfeer.

Pragtige plek, rustige atmosfeer, goeie diens. Troupant-kamer kan doen met nog 'n braai, want dit het slegs 'n meerdoelige boma.

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Stunning place, peaceful atmosphere.

Stunning place, peaceful atmosphere, good sercvice. Troupant Room can do with another braai because there is only on multi-purpose boma.

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Mbali Z - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mbali Z
Large group

I had a great stay, I enjoyed it and the staff are very friendly and helpful.

Phumuza Bush Lodge is a very nice place for a holiday, the management was very helpful and nice. The place is clean, unique and very beautiful. We were treated as one of their own. I am definitely going back next year.

Marius S - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Marius S
With partner

I enjoyed my stay, everything was clean and the staff very helpful.

It was very quiet and private with various bird species and nice long walks in the bush. I felt safe the whole time.

Beth B - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Beth B
With partner

Rustige omgewing waar jy kan uitrus.

Ons is baie vriendelik ontvang. Als is vir ons verduidelik. Ons wou privaatheid hê, en dit is gerespekteer. Het rondgeloop en na als gaan kyk. Daar is nogal heelwat waarmee mens jou kan besig hou. Daar is veerpeiltjies, 'n Jacuzzi, pool-tafel en die swembad. Ongelukkig was hulle besig met reparasies aan die swembad, en kon ons dit nie geniet nie. Daar is aangebied om die swembad vir ons vol te maak, maar dis 'n baie groot uitgawe vir net 2 mense. Die woon-eenheid was baie netjies en skoon. Ons het 'n baie lieflike paar dae daar gehad. Die rustigheid is net wat mens nodig het om jou batterye te herlaai.

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Quiet area where you can relax.

We were very kindly received. Everything was explained to us. We wanted privacy and it was respected. We went dot a walk and looked at everything. There is quite a lot to do. There are feather pillows, a Jacuzzi, pool table and swimming pool. Unfortunately, they were doing repairs to the pool, so we couldn't enjoy it. They offered to fill the swimming pool for us, but it's a very big expense for just 2 people. The living area was very tidy and clean. We had a very nice few days there. The tranquillity is just what you need to recharge your batteries.

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

Lekker wegbreek in die bos.

Lekker rustig en goeie waarde vir geld. Baie potensiaal.

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Nice break in the forest.

Nice and quiet and good value for money. Lots of potential.

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Stefan F - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Stefan F
With partner

Rus en vrede.

Ons kuier het verloop soos ons voor gehoop het. Rustig. Alles is daar wat 'n mens benodig maar ons sal wel aanbeveel dat Troupant se kombuisgerei bietjie opgegradeer word (steak messe ens.) en dat die dubbelbed se matras eerder gouer as later vervang word met 'n beter gehalte. Ons wil ook voorstel dat die eenheid met 'n dakwaaier of twee uitgerus word vir die warm bosveld somers. Verder het ons baie lekker gekuier.

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Rest and peace.

Our visit went as we had hoped. Restful. Everything one needs is there, but we would recommend that Troupant's kitchen utensils be upgraded a bit (steak knives etc.) and that the double bed's mattress be replaced sooner rather than later with a better quality one. We would also suggest that the unit be equipped with a roof fan or two for the hot woodland summers. Furthermore, we had a great time.

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Anel S - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Anel S
With friends

Werklik 'n lekker plek om te gaan en om te ontspan.

Dit was 'n baie mooi huis en ons het 'n baie lekker tyd gehad. Maar dit sou gaaf wees as iemand ons gesê het dat daar nie vadoeke en skottelgoedseep was nie sodat ons dit kon saambring. Die beddegoed is nie baie skoon nie. Die dubbelbed in die spaarkamer is deurgeslaap en dit voel of mens net op springs slaap.

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Truly a nice place to relax.

It was a beautiful house and I had a very nice time. It would have been nice if someone mentioned beforehand that you should bring your own dish washing liquid and dishcloths. The bedding was not very clean. The double bed in the spare room was warn through and it flet like sleeping on springs.

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Phumuza lodge provided a peaceful bush experience, but customer service and other shortcomings need attention.

The following areas need attention: 1) There was no light at the braai area! 2) An additional braai area should be provided, as the one that was available is impractical and needs attention. 3) The bathtub in the unit was dirty, the candles had not been replaced with new ones, and the bubble bath was pretty much empty. Surely this is the honeymoon unit? There had been no dish soap in the unit. 4) We were not informed that there was an entertainment area (pool, darts etc). There was also a hot tub that we didn't even know about. We came across it by chance?! It is recommended that the map of the farm indicating the routes and locations be updated, as the one provided was indicated on a very small scale and was dim. Attention must be paid to the above. Thank you very much

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Ansie P - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Ansie P
With partner

Lekker rustig in die bosveld.

Ons het die stilte geniet en die privaatheid van die troupant eenheid. Al wat bietjie lastig was, is dat die geyser nie betyds aangeskakel is nie en ons eerste aand se stort dus nie warm was nie. Die braai wat 'n gat in die grond is, is lekker as 'n kampvuur maar erg ongemaklik om by te braai.

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Nice and peaceful in the bushveld.

We enjoyed the silence and the privacy of the Troupant unit. The only thing that was a bit annoying, was that the geyser wasn't switched on, so our shower on the first night wasn't warm. The braai is a hole in the ground and even though it's a nice camp fire, it's uncomfortable to braai in.

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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Place is deteriorating.

I observed that the place is in the market, it has also deteriorated a lot, many broken tiles on floors, cupboards that are broken, outdoor showers that no longer work, fountain that has been turned off for a long time and bathtub that is full of stains is.

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Jan V - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Jan V
Family with young children

Baie hartseer oor die eienaar se optrede!

Baie teleurgesteld in Sharon! Wag vir amper 'n week om deposito terug te kry en dan word alles nie eers terug betaal nie omdat ons 'n pot gebruik het wat per ongeluk swart gebrand het! Nou is hy kamstig "damaged". As jy wil braai moet jy op die grond sit, want daar is geen kampstoele beskikbaar om op te sit nie! Sekuriteitstelsel in maar werk glad nie, ons het baie onveilig gevoel en kon glad nie slaap nie! Ek sal dit glad nie vir vriende en familie aanbeveel nie! Eerste en laaste keer dat die plek my sien! Geen sterre vir kliëntediens of veiligheid nie!

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Very unhappy with the owner's behaviour.

Very disappointed in Sharon! We waited almost a week to get our deposit back and then it wasn't even paid back in full because we used a pot which accidentally burned black! Nou it's so-called "damaged". If you want to braai you have to sit on the ground because there were no camping chairs available to sit on! Security system is there but doesn't work at all, we felt unsafe and couldn't sleep at all! I will not recommend it to my family or friends at all! First and last time that I will visit this place! No stars for customer service or safety!

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Lizanne A - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Lizanne A
With partner

Glad nie die geld werd nie. Geen privaatheid en onnet.

Ons Cabin is nie uitgehou waarvoor ons deposito betaal het nie, die geyser is nie aangesit nie, toilet is stukkend, geen privaatheid nie. Ons het op die inwoners se stoep vasgekyk.

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Not worth the money at all. No privacy and untidy.

Our cabin wasn't the one we paid the deposit for, didn't switch on the geyser, toilet is out of order, no privacy. Dirct view onto the owner's patio.

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Kallie E - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kallie E

Baie rustige omgewing, baie skoon en netjies!

Sien gerus die sterre.

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Very peaceful environment, neat and clean.

Look out for the stars.

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

Awesome bush break!

We had the most relaxing, enjoyable break! The hosts are great, the place was clean and comfy and private enough to not hear or see anyone. A really great venue!

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

Baie lekker privaat en die mense is baie vriendelik.

Dis natuurskoon is pragtig en heerlik privaat en stil en ons het die uitkyk toring baie geniet.

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Very nice and private and the people are very friendly.

It's scenery is beautiful and wonderfully private and quiet and we really enjoyed the lookout tower.

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Excite N - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Excite N
Large group

Great place and value for money.

The place was great. Very affordable and secure. Home away from home. Loved the self catering facilities.

Susan O - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan O
With partner

Lekker verrassing!

Die verblyf in Troupant eenheid was heerlik. Basies, skoon en 'n heerlike ontspan in die bos. Uitstekende waarde vir geld. En boonop een van die min plekke wat jou toelaat om slegs een aand oor 'n naweek te bly. Sal beslis Troupant as oornagbasis aanbeveel.

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Nice surprise.

Great accommodation. Basic, clean and relaxing in the bush. Great value for money. One of the few places that allow you to stay for one night only over a weekend. Definitely recommended.

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Hloni M - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Hloni M
With friends

Awesome experience

Everything was perfect but the swimming pool is too small. A few people in the pool and it's full house.

Mollie K - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Mollie K
With partner

Rustigheid en stilte.

Ons kuier was kort en baie aangenaam. Ongelukkig te vroeg in die seisoen om te swem, maar die swembad was baie aanloklik. Die Troupant waarin ons gebly het, het alles wat nodig is. Die uitkykpunt was 'n hoogtepunt. Die eienaars is vriendelik en behulpsaam. Ons enigste versoek is dat die gordyne dalk digter gemaak kan word om die sekerheidslig se strale uit die huisie te hou met slaaptyd. En dalk kan die buitestort aandag kry.

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Tranquil and quiet.

Our visit was short and lovely. Unfortunately too early in the season to swim, but the swimming pool looked very inviting. Die Troupant, our unit, has everything you need. The lookout point was highlight. The owners are friendly and helpful. Maybe the curtains can be thicker to block out the security light? And the outside shower needs some maintainance.

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

Quiet and peaceful.

Enjoyed our weekend break. It was clean and comfortable. Not much game.

Anonymous Guest - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

Peaceful getaway.

Peaceful getaway and very friendly people. Can recommend it to anyone.

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Celeste O - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Celeste O
Family with young children

I have already recommened.

Very friendly service, Would prefer a chalet next time.

Bernice B - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Bernice B
Family with young children

Bosveld-ervaring op sy beste!

As jy net wil wegbreek van die stad se lawaai is Phumuza die plek om te wees. Dit is baie rustig daar.

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Bushveld experience at its best!

If you just want to get away from the city noise Phumuza is the place to be. It is very peaceful there.

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Johan H - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Johan H
With partner

Rustigheid en stilte wat jou battery herlaai.

Die plek is baie rustig, ongelukkig het ons nie baie diere gesien nie, slegs een bokkie baie ver in die pad. Ons het die gevoel gekry dat die diere skrikkerig is. Die uitsig van die uitkyktoring was asemrowend. Ons verblyf het nie te goed afgeskop nie, met geen warm water in die chalet nie, maar ons verstaan ook dat dit nie die eienaars se skuld is nie - die element van die geiser het uitgebrand na 'n storm die vorige aand. Die eienaars het uit hulle pad gegaan om dit reg te maak en het ons die volgende dag teen middagete redelike warm water gehad. Ons doel was om net niks te doen nie, en net batterye te herlaai wat ons reggekry het. Die stilte en rustigheid is wonderlik en dis sowaar 'n paradys.

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Peace and quiet that recharges your battery.

The place is very peaceful, unfortunately we didn't see many animals, only one kid very far down the road. We got the feeling that the animals are scary. The view from the observation tower was breathtaking. Our stay didn't start too well, with no hot water in the chalet, but we also understand that it's not the owners fault - the element of the geyser burned out after a storm the night before. The owners went out of their way to fix it and we had reasonably hot water by lunchtime the next day. Our goal was to just do nothing, and just recharge batteries that we managed. The silence and tranquility is wonderful and it really is a paradise.

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Deon D - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Deon D
With partner

Baie rustig en het die tydjie vreeslik saam my vrou geniet.

Bietjie duur vir selfsorg en beskikbare fasiliteite. Anders baie rustige omgewing.

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Very calm and really enjoyed the time with my wife.

A bit expensive for self catering and available facilities. Otherwise very peaceful surroundings.

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Johan V - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Johan V
With partner

Vir die bedrag wat jy betaal, is dit nie die moeite werd nie.

Die plek self is netjies behalwe die verblyf kan hulle definitief meer opgradeer. Kombuis is buite wat baie ongerieflik is en daar is geen TV nie. Huis is koud en daar is nie genoeg toerusting ingesit om die huis warmer te maak nie.

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For what you pay, it isn't worth the effort.

The place is neat, except that they can upgrade the accommodation. The kitchen is outside and very uncomfortable and there isn't a TV. The house is cold and there aren't enough facilities to warm it up.

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Martje G - Feb 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Martje G
With partner

Gemiddeld, rustig.

Ek het meer luukse verwag vir die prys wat ons betaal het. Die buitestort en toilet is nie baie prakties nie.

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Average, calm.

I expected more luxury for the price we paid. The outdoor shower and toilet are not very practical.

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Zanne C - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Zanne C
With partner

Teleurstellend.

Ons was teleurgesteld met ons verblyf by Phumuza Lodge, die houthut waar ons gebly het was baie klein en het glad nie gelyk soos enige foto's op die webtuiste nie. Die grondpad is baie glad en daar is hoe hobbels waaroor mens eintlik net met 'n 4x4 kan kom en nie 'n gewone kar nie. Die Jacuzzi het nie eers water in nie en werk nie. Ons lig in die kamer het nie gewerk nie, die stoele om buite te sit is geskeur en stukkend, die geriewe is baie basies en daar is geen ekstras bv handdoeke, koffie, melk suiker ens.Daar is ook geen lig buite om te braai in die aand nie. Hulle voorsien ook net 5 stukkies hout vir 'n vuur. Die rooster was baie vuil en die borsel om dit skoon te maak is stukkend en vuiler as die rooster. Dit is wel baie stil en lekker om weg te kom uit die stad, maar vir wat mens betaal is dit regtig nie die moeite werd nie.

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Disappointing.

We were disappointed with our stay at Phumuza Lodge, the log cabin we stayed in was very small and did not look at all like any photos on the website. The dirt road is very smooth and there are bumps that you can only get over with a 4x4 and not a normal car. The Jacuzzi doesn't even have water in it and doesn't work. Our light in the room did not work, the chairs to sit outside are torn and broken, the facilities are very basic and there are no extras eg towels, coffee, milk sugar etc. There is also no light outside to barbecue in not the evening. They also only provide 5 pieces of wood for a fire. The grill was very dirty and the brush to clean it is broken and dirtier than the grill. It is very quiet and nice to get away from the city, but for what you pay it is really not worth it.

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Phumuza Bush Lodge 's response

It is such a pity that people do not read the information supplied before they book. We have self-catering accommodation which means you cater for yourself. We do not supply tea, coffee or sugar. Wood for making fires is sold on site. The Jacuzzi is also an extra charge and if the guests want to make use of it, clean water is put into it. This is for hygiene purposes.

Phumuza Bush Lodge
Kevin V - Nov 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kevin V
With friends

Awesome.

See rating.

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

Heerlik!

Dit is uitstekende waarde vir geld. Netjies, gerieflik, skoon, en baie vriendelike eienaars. Ek sal beslis weer gebruik maak van hulle. Ek het net nie voorheen geweet van hulle nie, anders was ek lankal daar.

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Delicious!

It is excellent value for money. Neat, comfortable, clean, and very friendly owners. I will definitely use them again. I just didn't know about them before, otherwise I would have been there a long time ago.

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Malcolm H - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Malcolm H
With friends

Alles wat nodig was, het ons daar aangetref: gemaklike beddens, warm water in die stort, volledig toegeruste kombuisie, volop droë hou vir braai - sommer in die veld opgetel!

Die drie dae was vir ons 'n besondere geleentheid om weer die pap batterye van die gejaagde lewe te herlaai, en dit in die hartjie van die bosveld - sonder TV, radio, blermusiek of enige ander steurende geluide. Daar kon ons die geluide van die natuur: voëls, goggas, wind en ons doringhoutvuurtjie geniet. Die eienaars was vriendelik, maar geensins opdringerig nie, hulle verstaan wanneer gaste alleen wil wees. Ons sal beslis weer kom.

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We found everything we needed there: comfortable beds, hot water in the shower, fully equipped kitchenette, plenty of dry stuff for braai - just picked up in the field!

The three days were a special opportunity for us to recharge the flat batteries of the hectic life, and this in the heart of the bushveld - without TV, radio, blaring music or any other disturbing sounds. There we could enjoy the sounds of nature: birds, bugs, wind and our thorn wood fire. The owners were friendly, but in no way intrusive, they understand when guests want to be alone. We will definitely come again.

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

Pragtig! Gasheer en gasvrou het puik diens gelewer. Natuurskoon is asemrowend.

Pragtig, baie privaat, rustig en stil. Gasvrou en gasheer het puik diens gelewer van ons aankoms tot ons vertrek. Goed uitgerus en alles wat nodig was was daar. Sal definitief weer by hulle aanklop.

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Beautiful! Host and hostess provided excellent service. Nature is breathtaking.

Beautiful, very private, peaceful and quiet. Hostess and host provided great service from our arrival to our departure. Well rested and everything needed was there. Will definitely call on them again.

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

Stilte en rustigheid vir die liggaam en siel om te kan herlaai.

Ons het 'n rustige wegbrekie so geniet met net die stilte sonder TV, radio, selfoonontvangs ─ dit was hemels. Ons kon rustig by die vuur sit en na die sterre kyk en die jakkalse hoor, heerlik braai met bosveldhout. Die Chalet se kombuisie was baie goed toegerus mens het niks gekort nie, en pragtige dekor het ons beïndruk, Ons gaan beslis weer soontoe gaan. Dankie, dit was hemels.

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Silence and tranquility for the body and soul to recharge.

We enjoyed a quiet getaway so much with just the silence without TV, radio, cell phone reception ─ it was heavenly. We could sit quietly by the fire and look at the stars and hear the foxes, delicious barbecue with bushveld wood. The Chalet's kitchen was very well equipped, nothing was missing, and the beautiful decor impressed us, We will definitely go there again. Thank you, it was heavenly.

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Kobius W - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Kobius W
With partner

Baie lekker en rustig. Dit was net te kort!

Ons sal beslis weer die plek besoek. Die eienaars was hartlik en het ons dadelik laat tuis voel. Die lekkerste was die bos-stort. Omdat dit so warm was, was dit lekker koel.

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Very nice and peaceful. It was just too short!

We will definitely visit the place again. The owners were warm and made us feel at home immediately. The most enjoyable was the forest shower. Because it was so hot, it was nice and cool.

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Cobus S - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Cobus S
Family with young children

Al die basiese geriewe om van die stadslewe te ontsnap!

Die bestuur was baie behulpsaam en was dadelik daar as ons iets nodig gehad het. Die swembad is fantasties in die somer. Die stilte is opvallend en dit maak dat mens kan rus en lekker slaap. Ons het lekker gebraai in die aand en ook lekker gaan stap. Die kinders het baie spasie gehad om te speel en hulleself besig te hou. Daar is 'n klompie diere ook - soos nagapies en klein bokkies, selfs hoenders! Ek sou wel die bestuur aanraai om sommer ekstra hout of brikette op die perseel te verkoop. Bela-Bela is wel naby, maar die ry tussen Phumuza en Bele-Bela sou nie nodig wees as daar basiese items beskikbaar was by die lodge nie (hout, brikette, Blitz, seep). Die selfoon-opvangs gaan blykbaar verbeter, maar dis eintlik beter as daar min sein is op 'n vakansie. Dis 'n baie lekker plek die.

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All the basic amenities to escape from city life!

The management was very helpful and was there immediately if we needed anything. The pool is fantastic in the summer. The silence is noticeable and it allows one to rest and sleep well. We had a nice barbecue in the evening and also went for a nice walk. The children had plenty of space to play and keep themselves occupied. There are a bunch of animals too - like night monkeys and little goats, even chickens! I would advise the management to simply sell extra wood or briquettes on the premises. Bela-Bela is indeed close, but the drive between Phumuza and Bele-Bela would not be necessary if there were basic items available at the lodge (wood, briquettes, Blitz, soap). The mobile reception is apparently going to improve, but it's actually better if there is little signal on a holiday. It's a very nice place.

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Eddie C - May 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eddie C
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker gebly. Die plek was silwerskoon gewees en dit is altyd vir my die belangrikste.

Baie lekker gebly. Super skoon en netjies. Ek sal wel aanbeveel dat hulle gasplate ook installeer. Daar was beurtkrag gewees toe ons daar was, en dit was `n storie om 6:30 die oggend water op die vuur gekook te kry vir koffie.

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Very nice stay. The place was spotless and that is always the most important thing to me.

Very nice stay. Super clean and tidy. I would recommend that they install gas plates as well. There had been load shedding when we were there, and it was a story to get water boiled on the fire for coffee at 6:30 in the morning.

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Jennifer S - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jennifer S
With partner

Lekker rustig.

Dit was wonderlik! 'n Lekker wegbreek van die stad af. Sal dit aanbeveel vir ander.

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Nice and quiet.

It was great! A nice break from the city. Will recommend it to others.

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Zelma O - Oct 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Zelma O
With partner

Verblyf was awesome!

Ek en my lovie het in die Troupant-eenheid gebly. Dit was baie privaat en veilig. Dit was 'n onvergeetlike tyd wat ons daar gehad het. Sharon en haar man het ons sommer dadelik laat tuis voel en was altyd beskikbaar wanneer ons vrae gehad het. Sal dit definitief aanbeveel as jy wil wegkom van die alledaagse gewoel. Dankie, dit was awesome!

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Stay was awesome!

My lovie and I stayed in the Troupant unit. It was very private and safe. It was an unforgettable time we had there. Sharon and her husband made us feel right at home and were always available when we had questions. Would definitely recommend if you want to get away from the everyday hustle and bustle. Thanks, that was awesome!

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Makhosana S - Aug 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Makhosana S
With partner

We had a well deserved rest.

The establishment is very secluded, but not far from town. It is also intimate. Loved the outdoor shower.

Mias V - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mias V
Family with young children

Baie rustig.

Kan geen fout vind met verblyf nie. Ons het dit baie geniet en die eienaars is hulpvaardig en vriendelik.

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Very calm.

Can't fault accommodation. We really enjoyed it and the owners are helpful and friendly.

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Beula M - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Beula M
With partner

Lekker privaat.

Dit lekker privaat, en heerlik in die bos met aandvuur.

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Nice and private.

It's nice and private, and lovely in the woods with an evening fire.

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André S - Aug 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
André S
With partner

Baie lekker stil en rustige plek.

Ek sal enige tyd weer by Phumuza Lodge gaan kuier! Die verblyf is netjies en skoon en daar is vriendelike en behulpsame bestuur.

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Very nice quiet and peaceful place.

I would visit Phumuza Lodge again anytime! The accommodation is neat and clean and there is friendly and helpful management.

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Mokgadi S - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Mokgadi S

The people are very friendly and the place is well taken care of.

The place is okay if you want to take a break from the noise of the city. The only thing i was disappointed about is that there is no fan or aircon to help because the place is very hot.

Willie T - Jun 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Willie T
With partner

Baie netjies.

Sien asb. die sterre.

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Very neat.

Please see the stars.

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Emily S - Jun 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Emily S
With friends

Ideal for old folks who need a break from the world, very isolated. no interaction with the host.

It was not ideal for us cause we wanted some kind of activities to do, when we asked around no information was given. There was literally no interaction with the hosts. I feel they could have done better. Phumuza is just a dry land, no entertainment would definitely recommend it to old folks above the age of 70.

Hardus W - May 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Hardus W
With partner

Ek het my huweliksherdenking die aand kom vier!

Ontvangspersoneel was baie gaaf en tegemoetkomend.

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I came to celebrate my wedding anniversary tonight!

Reception staff were very nice and accommodating.

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Andre V - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Andre V
Family with young children

Baie lekker!

Ons was daar vir 'n naweek gewees. Die plek het werk nodig, maar ek sal beslis weer teruggaan!

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Very nice!

We were there for a weekend. The place needs work, but I will definitely go back again!

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Terisa D - Nov 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
3/5
Terisa D
Family with young children

Dit was OK.

Die Vrydagaand was daar 'n inbraak by ons voertuig. Die inbrekers het kaalvoet rondom ons huisie geloop. Ons was die Saterdag Bela-Bela toe, en ons het uitgevind by die mense, wat deel is van die buurtwag, dat daar gereeld by daai spesifieke huisie ingebreek of geroof word. Ek stel voor dat hulle die sekuriteit moet opskerp voordat hulle enigsins die Vlakvark of Giraffe eenhede weer wil verhuur. Die eienaars het wel ons die Saterdag genader om ons te vra om asb. aan te bly en ons by 'n huisie langs die hoofhuis ingeboek. Die naweek was lekker, behalwe vir die insident die Vrydagaand.

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It was OK.

On Friday evening there was a burglary at our vehicle. The burglars walked around our house barefoot. We went to Bela-Bela on Saturday, and we found out from the people, who are part of the neighborhood watch, that that particular house is often broken into or robbed. I suggest they tighten up the security before they ever want to rent out the Warthog or Giraffe units again. The owners did approach us on Saturday to ask us to please. to stay and checked into a cottage next to the main house. The weekend was nice, except for the incident on Friday night.

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Phumuza Bush Lodge 's response

The management and staff at our establishment do all in our power to ensure that the guests have a safe and carefree holiday. We have special security alarms installed and do nightly patrols. We sincerely regret the incident that took place but certain factors are beyond our control. Our guests are made aware of any dangers and are advised to take all the necessary precautions. Unfortunately this incident occurred and it was found that the guests did not secure their vehicle.

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Adri D - Jun 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Adri D
Family with young children

Foutiewe nommer.

Die telefoonnommer wat ons by LekkeSlaap gekry het, was nie die korrekte kontaknommer nie. Dit het blykbaar verval. Ek stel voor dat LekkeSlaap die regte nommer by die advertensie sit. Daar was ook nie koffie of tee om te drink nie.

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Wrong number.

The phone number we got from LekkeSlaap was not the correct contact number. It seems to have expired. I suggest that LekkeSlaap puts the right number in the ad. There was also no coffee or tea to drink.

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The management and staff at our establishment do all in our power to ensure that the guests have a safe and carefree holiday. We have special security alarms installed and do nightly patrols. We sincerely regret the incident that took place but certain factors are beyond our control. Our guests are made aware of any dangers and are advised to take all the necessary precautions. Unfortunately this incident occurred and it was found that the guests did not secure their vehicle.

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Ina D - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Ina D
With partner

Was nie baie beïndruk nie.

Dit is stil en rustig, maar ons het geen wild gesien nie. Dit was vir ons nie gepas nie dat die toilet nie behoorlik afgeskort is met sy eie deur en plafon nie - alles is oop. Dit is baie warm, maar daar is geen dakwaaier, of selfs net 'n gewone staanwaaier, nie.

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Wasn't very impressed.

It's quiet and peaceful, but we didn't see any wildlife. It didn't suit us that the toilet was not properly partitioned off with its own door and ceiling - everything is open. It is very hot, but there is no ceiling fan, or even just a regular standing fan.

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Celeste V - May 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Celeste V
With partner

Teleurgesteld.

Ons het ook 'n bespreking gemaak by die instansie vir Vrydagaand, teen R650 vir 'n chalet vir 2. My probleem was nie met die eenheid nie, maar met die feit dat daar geen basiese geriewe was nie. Alhoewel dit 'n selfsorg-eenheid is, verwag 'n mens ten minste dat daar handdoeke beskikbaar is. Dié het ons 9 uur die aand besef toe ons wou gaan stort, en op die einde moes ek en my man met ons klere afdroog. Indien ek bewus was dat daar nie handdoeke sou wees nie, sou ek saamgevat het. Daar was ook nie eers 'n stukkie van 'n vadoek om iets mee af te vee in die kombuis nie en ook nie 'n druppel seep nie. Daar was geen ekstra beddegoed nie. 1 Duvet vir die dubbelbed en 1 duvet vir die enkelbed wat hulle daar ingesit het. Ek verstaan heeltemal die konsep van selfsorg, maar so primitief het ek nog nie ervaar nie en ons het al in baie selfsorgplekke oornag. Saterdagoggend was die bestuurders/eienaars nie by hul huis nie en ek het die dame geskakel en aan haar verduidelik dat ek ongelukkig is en ook waarom ek ongelukkig is. Sy het my toe meegedeel dat dit selfsorg is en dat hulle nie handdoeke verskaf nie. Sy het toe egter aangebied om vir ons een van die houthutte te gee vir ons bespreking van Saterdagaand (die 23ste) teen geen ekstra koste nie. Sy het gevra dat ons asb. net kans moet gee dat die eenheid skoongemaak word aangesien daar mense oornag het die Vrydagaand. Ek het aan haar genoem dat ons ook eers later die dag gaan terug wees aangesien ons seun rugby gespeel het die dag. Met ons terugkeer Saterdagmiddag om en by kwart voor 4 het die dame ons ingewag by die kantoor. Sy het toe vir my gesê dat sy nie vir ons die groter eenheid kan gee nie aangesien die mense (wat die vorige aan daar oornag het) besluit het om nog 'n nag te bly – dit nadat sy die eenheid aan ons belowe het – en dat ons geen ander keuse het as om weer in die slaapkamer vir 2 te moet oornag nie. Sy het toe ook 'n klomp papiere daar uitgehaal waar daar glo bevestig word wat nie in die eenhede is nie (onder andere die handdoeke) en beweer dat sy daardie uiteensetting uitstuur saam met elke besprekingbevestiging. Ek het toe aan haar genoem dat ek my besprekingsbevestiging in my kar het en dit aan haar kan wys, en dat dit wat sy nou daar het definitief NIE op my bevestiging is nie. Sy wou nie eens verder na my luister nie en net gesê sy is jammer, ons sal maar die eenheid moet vat. Ons het toe egter maar besluit om huis toe te ry en haar sleutels teruggegee.

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Disappointed.

We also made a reservation at the establishment for Friday evening, at R650 for a chalet for 2. My problem was not with the unit, but with the fact that there were no basic amenities. Although this is a self-catering unit, one would at least expect towels to be available. We realized this at 9 o'clock in the evening when we wanted to take a shower, and in the end my husband and I had to dry off with our clothes on. Had I been aware that there would be no towels, I would have packed. There wasn't even a piece of a dishtowel to wipe something with in the kitchen, nor a drop of soap. There was no extra bedding. 1 duvet for the double bed and 1 duvet for the single bed they put in there. I completely understand the concept of self-catering, but I have never experienced anything so primitive and we have stayed overnight in many self-catering places. On Saturday morning the managers/owners were not at their home and I called the lady and explained to her that I was unhappy and also why I was unhappy. She then informed me that it was self-catering and that they did not provide towels. However, she then offered to give us one of the log cabins for our Saturday night booking (the 23rd) at no extra charge. She asked that we please just have to give the unit a chance to be cleaned as there were people staying overnight on Friday night. I mentioned to her that we would not be back until later in the day as our son played rugby that day. On our return on Saturday afternoon at a quarter to four, the lady was waiting for us at the office. She then told me that she could not give us the larger unit as the people (who had stayed the night before) had decided to stay another night - this after she had promised us the unit - and that we have no choice but to spend the night again in the bedroom for 2. She then also pulled out a bunch of papers that supposedly confirm what is not in the units (including the towels) and claims that she sends out that breakdown with every booking confirmation. I then mentioned to her that I have my booking confirmation in my car and can show it to her, and that what she has there now is definitely NOT on my confirmation. She didn't even want to listen to me any further and just said she was sorry, we'll just have to take the unit. However, we then decided to drive home and returned her keys.

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Suzette M - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Suzette M
With partner

Not happy at all!

Where told about alarm to be used when we walked in. That was scary and staying next to the workers made us even more unsafe. They should maybe think about cleaning under their beds... had a shock when we chased a spider and saw what was under the bed. That is budget accommodation.

Phumuza Bush Lodge 's response

Dear Suzette,

Thank you for your feedback. We will take your comments into consideration to better our services. With regards to our safety precautions, we try our utmost best to ensure the safety of all guests visiting Phumuza Bush Lodge.

Regards,
Phumuza management

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Arlene F - Aug 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Arlene F
Family with young children

Terrible place. Will never visit it again and won't recommend it.

Never! No phone reception, terrible roads, you need 4x4, power sockets above the bed by your head.

Phumuza Bush Lodge 's response

We try our best to accommodate all our guests and make their stay as comfortable as possible. There are certain things that we have no control over, one being the public roads. We have contacted the Roads Department on several occasions about the road, however as is the situation with many of the roads in our country, nothing gets done. I am sincerely sorry you had a bad experience with your car. Thank goodness you drive a Toyota Fortuner otherwise it could have been much worse. We have permanent residents on the lodge that drive Nissan 1400 bakkie and an Atos, who never seem to have problems.

As a mother myself , I am also very protective over my children and I understand that you being alone with no husband to help you, things might have seemed worse than they are. I am referring to the electrical plug that you were worried about. It is a pity you did not come to us as we could have moved the bed away from the plug.

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  • Address: Farm 745, Eersbewoon Road, Bela Bela, 0480, Limpopo
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