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Ribbok Mountain Cottage

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.7 out of 5from 30 reviews for Ribbok Mountain Cottage
Cleanliness
4.5/5
Service
4.7/5
Location
4.8/5
Safety
4.9/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Linda P - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Linda P
With friends

Relaxation in a remote and stunning location.

It is quite a journey to the cottage but you cannot beat the view on arrival! Absolutely blew us away. It's hard to imagine the excitement when summiting the ridge and seeing the cottage nestled in the valley below. We were lucky enough to catch sight of the resident Ribbok. Needless to say, it was hard to pack up and leave after such a relaxing weekend.

Michelle L - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michelle L
Family with young children

Ons sal weer gaan. Dis 'n klein gem!

Baie lekker gebly! Pragtige berge en lieflike rustigheid.

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We will go again. It's a little gem!

Very nice stay! Beautiful mountains and lovely tranquility.

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Natasha A - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Natasha A

Pragtige berghut in 'n prentjiemooi omgewing!

Ons het heerlik gekuier. Die berghut was baie gerieflik met alles wat 'n mens nodig het. Die reuse kaggel in die leefvertrek was 'n wenner en die WiFi en TV met DSTV 'n aangename verrassing. Die hot tub was heerlik, 'n mens kan vir ure daar sit en na die stilte luister en die mooi omgewing geniet. Die diens was uitstekend en toe ons nie warm water gehad het nie, het iemand baie vinnig die probleem uitgesorteer. Dit is 'n baie spesiale plekkie, ons sal vir seker weer gaan kuier!

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Beautiful mountain hut in a picture-perfect setting!

We had a great time. The mountain hut was very comfortable with everything one needs. The giant fireplace in the living room was a winner and the WiFi and TV with DSTV a pleasant surprise. The hot tub was lovely, one could sit there for hours listening to the silence and enjoying the beautiful surroundings. The service was excellent and when we didn't have hot water someone sorted out the problem very quickly. It is a very special place, we will definitely visit again!

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Cobus O - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cobus O
Family with teenagers

Wow, die ligging en gerief was bo verwagting.

Die bad op die stoep was die sentrale kuierplek vir die naweek!

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Wow, the location and amenities were beyond expectations.

The tub on the porch was the central hangout for the weekend!

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

Blissful, peaceful, tranquil, relaxing!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Ribbok Mountain Cottage! It is peaceful and quiet and has everything that one needs. An absolute must if one desires to get away from the busy city life! We will definitely be back!

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

Big skies, beautiful space.

Ribbok Mountain Cottage offered huge skies, the Milky Way viewed from a hot tub, stunning mountain vistas, a deep shady veranda, comfy beds and leisurely walks. We saw wild Ribbok grazing and enjoyed being far away from civilisation. We were glad that our car has high ground clearance as the 5.5km road to the cottage is very rocky. A low car would not have made it.

Christopher John H - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Christopher John H
With partner

Simply perfect.

Perfect mountain cottage to escape to, well equipped with everything you could need to relax and enjoy your stay.

Salvatore D - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Salvatore D
With partner

Complete privacy and tranquillity.

It was an unforgettable experience. Beautiful to be so close to nature. Unbelievable view over the mountains.

Graeme B - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Graeme B
With friends

Ontsettend baie geniet, en sal vir seker weer gebruik maak van die bestemming.

Dit was 'n ongelooflike naweek, die fasiliteite was voldoende en ons het heerlik ontspan en die natuurskoon geniet. Die bestemming verg 'n bietjie beplanning en om voorbereiding te tref vir die uitstappie sal sorg dat jy 'n onvergeetlike tyd daar beleef.

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Really enjoyed it, and will definitely use the destination again.

It was an incredible weekend, the facilities were adequate and we had a great time relaxing and enjoying the scenery. The destination requires a bit of planning and preparing for the trip will ensure that you have an unforgettable time there.

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Paulo F - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Paulo F
Family with teenagers

Beautiful, peaceful place with all the amenities one needs.

Beautiful, peaceful place with all the amenities one needs. The host was a perfect hostess. Definitely worth a visit.

Corrie D - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Corrie D
With partner

Die afsondering, natuurskoon en stilte was onvergelykbaar. Baie dankie!

Ons het baie lekker gebly, want die omgewing van die kliphuis sowel as die 5 km pad daarheen loop deur 'n ongerepte veldblomparadys. Middel Oktober was ook die regte tyd om verskeie inheemse orgideetjies te kry wat in die klam skaduwees tussen en onder die renosterbosse wegkruip. Dit sal goed wees as besoekers daarop attent gemaak kan word dat daar 'n aansienlike trappie af na die hoofslaapkamer is wat 'n mens nie in die halfskemer raaksien as jy die eerste keer inkom nie, veral ouer mense wat sleg kan seerkry wanneer hulle val. Vuurhoutjies vir die gasstoof sal ook gaaf wees.

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The seclusion, scenery and silence were incomparable. Thank you very much!

We had a very nice stay, because the surroundings of the stone house as well as the 5 km road to it run through an unspoilt wildflower paradise. Mid-October was also the right time to find various native orchids that hide in the damp shadows between and under the rhinoceros bushes. It would be good if visitors could be made aware that there is a considerable step down to the master bedroom which one does not notice in the half-twilight when you first enter, especially older people who can be badly hurt when they fall. Matches for the gas stove would be nice too.

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Liana V - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liana V
With friends

Beslis 'n wenner!

Weereens 'n fantastiese naweek gewees! Alles was net reg, regtig 'n magical plekkie.

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Definitely a winner!

Once again it was a fantastic weekend! Everything was just right, really a magical place.

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

Rustig en kalm.

Die rustigheid en kalmte het ons kans gegee om heerlik te ontspan.

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Quiet and calm.

The peace and quiet gave us a chance to relax wonderfully.

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Liana V - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liana V
With partner

Verruklik, asemrowend!

Ons soek gereeld 'n bietjie wegbreek en probeer altyd die klein skatkissies vind. En oh my word! Wat 'n absolute skatkis was en is Ribbok Mountain Cottage. Ons gaan beslis dit 'n gereelde instelling maak. Kan nie meer wag vir ons volgende verblyf daar nie. Die advertensie en fotos regverdig nie wat jy self beleef en ervaar nie. Suzaan kan met trots haar plekkie aanbeveel. Dit is beslis 'n wenner en 'n moet.

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Delightful, breathtaking!

We often look for a little getaway and always try to find the little treasures. And oh my becoming! What was and is an absolute treasure Ribbok Mountain Cottage. We are definitely going to make this a regular institution. Can't wait for our next stay there. The advertisement and photos do not justify what you yourself experience. Suzaan can proudly recommend her place. It's definitely a winner and a must.

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Jennifer D - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Jennifer D
With partner

Great venue, peaceful. Tranquility of the mountains and nature were a great experience.

Excellent, quiet, peaceful.

Johan S - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan S
With partner

Rus en vrede en stilte om jou store weer aan te vul.

Alles wat jy nodig het vir 'n wegbreek om jou siel weer te vernuwe en te rlaat us en net die natuur te geniet. Die stoep is fantasties! Werklik 'n stukkie hemel op aarde.

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Rest and peace and quiet to replenish your stores.

Everything you need for a break to renew your soul and relax and just enjoy nature. The porch is fantastic! Truly a piece of heaven on earth.

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

Fantasties, beste ooit.

Die wonderlikste uitsig, vreedsaamheid, stilte en asemrowend mooi ons was so bevoorreg om daar te kon oorbly. Baie dankie aan Suzaan en Lorri dat julle, julle plekkie met ons gedeel het. Beslis aanbeveelbaar.

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Fantastic, best ever.

The most amazing view, peacefulness, silence and breathtakingly beautiful we were so privileged to be able to stay there. Many thanks to Suzaan and Lorri for sharing your place with us. Definitely recommendable.

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Christopher John H - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Christopher John H
With partner

Amazing vacation away from everything, just the right distance from town.

Beautiful views of the valley in a rustic but comfortable stone cottage - everything you need for a getaway.

Sanet Z - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sanet Z
Family with young children

Ongelooflike 2 nagte in die berg!

Heerlik gekuier as gesin. Die huisie bied alles wat nodig is en is selfs toegerus vir die winter se koue aande. Die bonus is die heerlike vuur warmbad. Sit onder die sterre in die koue vir ure in die bad. Ook pragtige staproete in die berg. Dankie vir jul gasvryheid!

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Incredible 2 nights in the mountain!

Great time as a family. The cottage offers everything needed and is even equipped for winter's cold evenings. The bonus is the delicious fire hot tub. Sit under the stars in the cold for hours in the bath. Also beautiful hiking trail in the mountain. Thank you for your hospitality!

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Jeanette V - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jeanette V
Individual traveller

Hier vind jy rus en kalmte.

Ek het lekker gebly.

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Here you find rest and calm.

I had a nice stay.

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Johann D - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johann D
With friends

Kos vir my siel!

Ons het geweet dit gaan koud wees en het eintlik gewens vir sneeu! Die afwesigheid van die sneeu het egter vir ons die kans gegee om te gaan stap en 'n rare oomblik te beleef en 'n Kaapse Klipklaasneus (Elephant shrew) te sien en selfs foto te kry. Dit het ons ook toegelaat om die 4x4 roete in die berg in te neem en asemrowende groot protea en speldekussing bome te sien, soos ek in my lewe nog nooit gesien het nie. Ons was bederf met 'n trop ribbokke, Jangroentjies (malachite sunbirds), Oranjebors Suikerbekkie, Kaapse Suikervoel (Cape Sugarbird), Fisante en Patryse. En dan was 'n wenner die lieflike buitelug stoombad wat die koue glad nie 'n kwessie gemaak het nie tot jy uitklim.

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Food for my soul!

We knew it was going to be cold and actually wished for snow! However, the absence of snow gave us the chance to go for a walk and experience a rare moment and see a Cape Elephant shrew and even get a photo. It also allowed us to take the 4x4 route into the mountain and see breathtakingly large protea and pincushion trees, the likes of which I have never seen in my life. We were treated to a flock of ribbucks, Malachite sunbirds, Orange-breasted Sugarbill, Cape Sugarbird, Pheasants and Partridges. And then a winner was the lovely outdoor steam bath which made the cold not an issue at all until you got out.

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Graeme M - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Graeme M
Family with young children

Comfortable and loved the jacuzzi.

Beautiful setting. Lovely place. The kids enjoyed it. I wouldn't recommend going up in a low car. We had a double cab and a Fortuner. Was very cold but the inside fire place was amazing.

Naftalie H - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Naftalie H
Family with young children

Beautiful, tranquil mountain escape.

It was so nice to wake up to the birds singing and the beautiful mountain view. We really enjoyed having meals on the large porch, just enjoying the view. Ending the day relaxing in the hot tub after a long hike was complete bliss. Hope to visit again soon.

Janine M - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Janine M
Family with young children

Lovely farm getaway with every amenity you could want.

My hubby is a bit of a farm boy at heart, so thought the rest of the family would have to grin and bear this getaway for love. What we found however was that this cottage had an amenity that every member of my family could appreciate. From the hot tub to the Netflix/WiFi, to the hiking trail that starts just outside the door. Loved, loved, loved it and hope to make it back there again soon and more regularly.

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

Stilte vir dae, met 'n uitsig wat mens net van hoor.

Wat 'n aangename kothuis is die nie! Versteek in die berge, weg van beskawing af, met die plaaslike fauna as jou enigste bure. 'n Groot stoep groet jou soos jy die 5,5 km veldpaadtjie voltooi van die grootpad af. Uitgerus met net die nodigste en 'n lekker warmbad, buite- en binnebraai maak die huise topklas in ons boeke en ons hoop om gou weer te kom herlaai daar.

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Silence for days, with a view you only hear about.

What a pleasant cottage it is! Hidden in the mountains, away from civilization, with the local fauna as your only neighbors. A large porch greets you as you complete the 5.5 km off-road trail off the main road. Equipped with only the essentials and a nice hot tub, outdoor and indoor barbecue make the houses top class in our books and we hope to come back and recharge there soon.

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

Ongelooflike plek.

Rustigheid en vrede en lekker naby aan natuur op sy beste.

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Incredible place.

Tranquility and peace and close to nature at its best.

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

Lovely remote mountain adventure!

Can get cold so I suggest they get the gas heater checked out as it was not working. Also, the woodfire tub is amazing and the inside fire is as well. They provide 2 bags of wood per day which is nice wood, but I think an option to order more would be helpful. The road to the cottage is a bit rough so not something you want to do daily and so extra wood onsite would mean no need to travel. The host was amazing and super helpful! loved this little gem of a place!

Karlien M - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karlien M
Family with young children

Die huisie is als wat mens wil hê vir 'n stil, rustige naweek weg.

Die rustigheid en asemrowende uitsig vanaf die stoep laat voel mens of jy op 'n ander planeet is, die huisie is eenvoudig toegerus maar het als wat mens nodig het in, die "hot tub" wat met hout warm gemaak word was 'n belewenis, was heerlik om in hom te sit en oor die berge uit te kyk. 4x4. Die 4x4-roete was uitdagend gewees, 4x4 low-range heelpad en ek het selfs nodig gehad om op 2 plekke difflock te gebruik om oor die rotse te kom, wanneer jy bo-op die berg kom word jy beloon met die mooiste uitsig oor Ceres en die plase, die rustigheid daar bo is onbeskryflik en 'n ervaring wat jy maar self moet gaan probeer. Aande in die kliphuis. Die huise is toegerus met 'n braai wat enige Pappa se hart sal steel, was heerlik om voor 'n warm kaggelvuur te sit en gesels en bordspeletjies te speel. Ek sal hierdie plekkie beslis aanbeveel.

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The cottage is everything you could want for a quiet, peaceful weekend away.

The tranquility and breathtaking view from the veranda makes you feel like you are on another planet, the house is simply equipped but has everything you need, the "hot tub" which is heated with wood was an experience, it was lovely to sit in it and look out over the mountains. 4x4. The 4x4 route was challenging, 4x4 low-range all the way and I even needed to use difflock in 2 places to get over the rocks, when you get to the top of the mountain you are rewarded with the most beautiful view of Ceres and the farms, the tranquility up there is indescribable and an experience you just have to try for yourself. Evenings in the stone house. The houses are equipped with a braai that will steal any Dad's heart, it was lovely to sit in front of a warm fireplace and chat and play board games. I would definitely recommend this place.

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

Vars lug, wonderlike uitsig, ontspan, ontspan en ontspan!

Wat 'n juweel van 'n plekkie! Die alleenstaande eenheid met die lekker leefstoep en wonderlike uitsig oor die berge is net die plek om jou batterye te laai. Die lieflike spa-swembad was 'n fees vir die kleinkinders - en die grootmense. Sal beslis weer gaan, vernaam as dit sneeu!

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Fresh air, great view, relax, relax and relax!

What a gem of a place! The stand-alone unit with the nice living porch and wonderful view of the mountains is just the place to charge your batteries. The lovely spa pool was a feast for the grandchildren - and the adults. Will definitely go again, especially when it snows!

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Ribbok Mountain Cottage 's response

Baie dankie Cathy. Hoop om julle gou weer te ontvang hier. Ceres-groete

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Ryno C - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Ryno C
Family with young children

Pragtige uitsig, rustig en alles wat kan oop en toemaak binne!

'n Stil, rustige wegbreek vir 'n familie. Baie netjies met al die toebehore wat jy mag benodig. Die groot stoep buite is perfek en bied lieflike uitsigte, sover die oog kan sien. Die warmbad is 'n lekker tydsverdryf vir oud en jonk en veral as jy wil afkoel (of warm wil raak). Die plekkie moet besoek word deur meer mense. Dis lekker bekostigbaar - ons hoop dit bly so.

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Beautiful view, quiet and everything that can open and close inside!

A quiet, peaceful getaway for a family. Very tidy with all the accessories you may need. The large porch outside is perfect and offers lovely views as far as the eye can see. The hot tub is a nice pastime for young and old and especially if you want to cool off (or get warm). The place should be visited by more people. It's nice and affordable - we hope it stays that way.

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Baie dankie Ryno. Kom kuier asseblief weer. Groete, Suzaan.

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  • Capacity: 6 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 15:00
  • Address: Off the R46, Rhodona Farm, Ceres, 6835, Western Cape
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