SANParks Steytler Cottage

As advertised.

As advertised. We lost our way on a walk. Loved the bird hides.

Lovely cottage.

It's really a wonderful place! We were lucky enough to go when there were no children at the main "campsite" which is right there. I can imagine it getting quite rowdy as the proximity is incredibly close. SANParks could definitely do a better job with the images and description of the place. One could definitely prepare more efficiently if there was info such as 'what type of braai' was installed (Weber, drum, built-up brick, pit, if there's a grid etc. ). Please note (which isn't in the guidelines and quite shocking in summer): 1. The Conservation fee at the entrance is per day so, as two locals, paying R120p/p staying 2 nights is an additional R480. It doesn't state anywhere that it's per day. Imagine staying for 5 nights. 2. One would expect that the joy of staying in the park would be a walk on the beach / a stroll to the bird lookouts, or a run once the day trippers had left. However, as stated on the pamphlet you receive when entering the park "no driving after the park gates close, which is at 18:30. I find this absolutely bizarre as it basically eliminates the best part of a day (sunrise or sunset) for your enjoyment. While I understand there have to be rules and the animals need their rest and we all should be respectful, I do find it completely strange that a) it's not just an after-dark thing "once the sun sets overnight guests should please return to their dwellings", and b) it isn't stated anywhere on the website in the house rules or booking details. I don't want to sound like a complete a**, and the cottage itself is top notch and any actual complaints about it are irrelevant but SANParks, you need to do a better job of massaging these issues.

Park disappointing.

TV did not work. Fridge was turned off at the wall plug so not much use.

Peaceful.

Loved the early morning walks, seeing animals. Braaivleis at night and sounds of the veld.