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Shondoro Mountain Retreat

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.7 out of 5from 77 reviews for Shondoro Mountain Retreat
Cleanliness
4.8/5
Service
4.9/5
Location
4.6/5
Safety
4.9/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Christo V - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christo V
With partner

Ons het heerlik ontspan in die natuur, swembad 'n lafenis in die bosveld.

Pragtige ligging, baie stil en skoon gerieflike verblyf.

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We had a great time relaxing in nature, swimming pool an adventure in the forest.

Beautiful location, very quiet and clean comfortable accommodation.

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Ronel R - Dec 2023
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Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ronel R
With partner

A natural gem in the Waterberg.

The perfect place to get away from the rat race. Beautiful private setting where you become one with nature. The natural pool was a bonus. No camp lights and no noise makes it possible to appreciate nature as it's meant to be.

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

Lekker geslaap, mooi chalet.

Daar het nie water by die stort uitgekom nie, verder is dit 'n mooi chalet en mooi omgewing.

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Slept well, nice chalet.

There was no water coming out of the shower, otherwise it is a nice chalet and nice surroundings.

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Lucia hello, I am so sorry you did not have water. You must contact us immediately if there is ever trouble so that we know your needs. The shower was definitely working before your arrival, as we use it to clean the shower regularly. It is possible there was a leak running, but we had know way of knowing. Please if you ever come back, there is a manager or the owners, on-site always. We always rush to fix anything of concern, but you must contact us. Kind Regards.

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

Rustig en stil.

Het die verblyf baie geniet. Die rustigheid tussen die berge is baie spesiaal. Help ook dat ons hondjie welkom was.

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Calm and quiet.

Really enjoyed the stay. The tranquility between the mountains is very special. Also help that our puppy was welcome.

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Anli C - Mar 2024
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Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Anli C
With partner

Wegbreek na 'n stukkie hemel op aarde - Baie goed toegeruste, netjiese verblyf.

Ongelooflike rustige plekkie. Verblyf was besonders netjies. Nicole was baie behulpsaam. Beslis die bestemming om weer jou batterye te herlaai.

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Break away to a piece of heaven on earth - Very well equipped, tidy accommodation.

Incredibly peaceful place. Accommodation was particularly neat. Nicole was very helpful. Definitely the destination to recharge your batteries again.

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Adele D - Mar 2024
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Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Adele D
With partner

Lafenis.

Heerlik rustig en goed toegerus.

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Lafenis.

Wonderfully peaceful and well equipped.

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Inge F - Jan 2023
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Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Inge F
With partner

Pragtig en netjies.

Voorwaar 'n plek waar 'n mens kan terugsit en ontspan. Die gasheer gee personlike aandag.

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Beautiful and neat.

Truly a place where one can sit back and relax. The host gives personal attention.

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Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Thank you so much for staying with us. Come back soon.

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Simon D - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Simon D
With partner

Absolutely beautiful, tranquil and relaxing.

What a gem in the middle of 2 mountains, peace and quiet and exactly the kind of break away from the busy city life that you need. Not far from JHB or PTA. Hosts were amazing. Will return again and stay much longer.

Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Thank you so much Simon. Keep well.

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

Dig in die bos!

Die cottage is heerlik in die bos weggesteek. In die oggend en middag was daar wild wat om die cottage gewei het. Die stoep en braai boma is gesellige spasies. Ons het die omgewing geniet. Die cottage was goed ingerig, ons sou net 'n bietjie meer hangspasie vir handdoeke/jasse/sakke wou hê. Dit is stil, rustig en die regte plek om te gaan ontspan. Die gasvrou was ook baie verwelkomend en hulpvaardig, dankie Nicole!

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Thick in the woods!

The cottage is delightfully hidden in the woods. In the morning and afternoon there was game that grazed around the cottage. The stoep and braai boma are cozy spaces. We enjoyed the environment. The cottage was well appointed, we just would have liked a bit more hanging space for towels/coats/bags. It is quiet, peaceful and the right place to go and relax. The hostess was also very welcoming and helpful, thank you Nicole!

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Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Nina hello. Thank you so much for coming. You are so right about the hooks needed. Thank you for that info. We have been making updates as of this month, but have not thought of that. Will see what we can dig up in the bush maybe. Please come visit us again, hopefully, will have an extra hook or two by then

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Lorezel D - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lorezel D
With partner

Rustig, mooi uitsig, netjies!

Die eienaars baie gasvry, die eenheid is goed toegerus met alles wat mens nodig het vir 1 of 2 aande se oorslaap! Foto's op webblad is presies hoe dit daar lyk! Maklike aanwysings!

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Quiet, nice view, neat!

The owners very hospitable, the unit is well equipped with everything you need for 1 or 2 nights' sleepover! Photos on website are exactly how it looks there! Easy directions!

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Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Pleasure having you, Come again.

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Herman A - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Herman A
Family with teenagers

Baie pragtige plek, heerlik gerus, sal beslis weer gaan.

Ons het heerlik gekuier. Ons het die stile en gasvryheid baie geniet. Sal beslis weer gaan.

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Very beautiful place, very comfortable, will definitely go again.

We had a great time. We really enjoyed the styles and hospitality. Will definitely go again.

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Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Thank you. Make the time, and come back when you can.

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Nico V - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nico V
With partner

Baie mooi omgewing en skoon!

Baie lekker plek vir 'n naweek weg. Baie stil daar tussen die berge. Huisie het alles wat 'n mens nodig het en is baie skoon. Die staproetes kan bietjie uitgebrei word. Endless possibilities. Ons het baie lekker gebly, baie dankie!

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Very nice environment and clean!

Very nice place for a weekend away. Very quiet there among the mountains. House has everything one needs and is very clean. The walking routes can be expanded a bit. Endless possibilities. We had a great stay, thank you very much!

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Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Thank you very much. We appreciate your thoughts on the trails. There is so much that can be expanded, yes. So many want to make their own paths, so we try not to make it too easy. We will keep it in mind after we update a few other things we were in the process of doing on the farm. Keep very well.

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

Heerlik.

Pragtige ligging, die eienaars is baie behulpsaam. Die enigste ding wat ek sou wou verander is dat die twee 2 sleeper chalets baie naby aan mekaar is, wat dit ideaal maak vir twee egpare wat saam sou wou vakansie hou. Baie lekker stap wat baie meer ontwikkel kan word. Daar is goeie WiF.

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Delicious.

Beautiful location, the owners are very helpful. The only thing I would change is that the two 2 sleeper chalets are very close to each other, which makes them ideal for two couples who would like to holiday together. Very nice walk that can be developed much more. There is good WiF.

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Hermann R - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hermann R
With partner

Klein stukkie Afrika-prag!

Ons het vir 2 nagte gegaan om so bietjie rustig in die natuur te verkeer. Ons was aangenaam verras met die pragtige omgewing en pragtige eenheid van Shondoro. Ons het in die Klipspringer eenheid tuisgegaan. Als was so netjies en skoon en baie goed toegerus. Die swembad was heerlik! Ons hou baie van voëls kyk en kon 'n hele paar afmerk! Die gemaklike stappie teen die berg op was asemrowend mooi en 'n baie gemaklik klim teen die kliptrappies op. Ons gashere was ongelooflik vriendelik en hulpvaardig en ons sal hierdie pragtige stukkie Afrika. Beveel dit definitief aan vir 'n rustige en eenvoudige wegbreek.

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Little piece of African splendor!

We went for 2 nights to spend some quiet time in nature. We were pleasantly surprised with the beautiful surroundings and beautiful unit of Shondoro. We stayed in the Klipspringer unit. Als was so neat and clean and very well equipped. The pool was lovely! We love bird watching and were able to check off quite a few! The comfortable walk up the mountain was breathtakingly beautiful and a very comfortable climb up the stone steps. Our hosts were incredibly friendly and helpful and we will this beautiful piece of Africa. Definitely recommend for a peaceful and simple getaway.

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Adri D - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adri D
With friends

Elke sekonde geniet.

Absolute verassing om so goed toegeruste verblyf teen die prys te ervaar. Blinkskoon luukse rus vir die siel. Geen enkele negatiewe punt vir Shondoro Mountain Retreat nie. Sien gou weer.

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Enjoy every second.

Absolute surprise to experience such well-equipped accommodation at the price. Sparkling clean luxury rest for the soul. Not a single negative point for Shondoro Mountain Retreat. See you again soon.

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Susan B - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan B
Family with teenagers

Great weekend escape for nature lovers

Was just what we needed to reload our energy. Quiet, private and surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. Great for walks and hikes as the mountain is at your doorstep to explore. We also enjoyed the mountain staircase and the beautiful views from there. Early mornings we spotted some wildlife visitors close to our unit. Very nice swimming pool close to unit. The unit is well maintained with good quality bedding and linen. The outdoor kitchen is under a roof on the veranda and there are canvas blinds that can be rolled down to protect against the weather if need be. We kept it open even when it rained and all was fine. There is also a cosy private boma and braai.

Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Please plan another stay when you can.

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Diane Y - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Diane Y
Family with young children

Peaceful family weekend away.

Such a lovely little slice of heaven tucked away in the mountains. The cottage is beautiful and just rustic enough to remind you that you are in the bush and away from the rat race. The bush is amazing - the boys spent hours playing in the streams. The peace and quiet is chicken soup for the soul. Will be back again.

Dr Francois V - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dr Francois V
With partner

Privaat, rustig en veilig.

Fantastiese intieme chalet diep in' n kloof. Heeltemal privaat en afgesonder. Eienaars vriendelik en help onmiddelik as daar 'n probleem is. Skoonste wooneenheid wat ons nog gesien het. Die pad soontoe is nie geskik vir gewone kar nie maar vir 4x4 geen probleem nie, hou in gedagte dat dit onlangs verskriklik gereën het. In die droë seisoen sal toegangspad nie so probleem wees nie. Selfoonopvangs beperk maar WIFI is goed. Sal weer besoek.

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Private, quiet and safe.

Fantastic intimate chalet deep in a gorge. Completely private and secluded. Owners friendly and help immediately if there is a problem. Cleanest unit we have ever seen. The road there is not suitable for normal car but for 4x4 no problem, keep in mind that it has rained terribly recently. In the dry season access road will not be such a problem. Mobile reception limited but WIFI is good. Will visit again.

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Johan O - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan O
With partner

Heerlike plek om te ontspan en te rus.

Die chalets is netjies en skoon en goed ingerig.

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Great place to relax and rest.

The chalets are neat and clean and well furnished.

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Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Thank you so much. Plan another stay when you are able.

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Jane R - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jane R
With partner

Peaceful

The road just needs to be levelled a bit.

Jaco J - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco J
With partner

The perfect getaway for a married couple to find themselves again!

Beautiful scenery and quite environment. The bed was very comfortable and the aircon made sleeping very easy. Chalet was clean and equipped with everything that you might need in the kitchen.

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

Bushveld, braai, potjie, animals, small spiders, swimming pool, mountain stairs, animal sounds and much more.

Nicole and Blair were our hosts. Very friendly and helpful. If you want to unwind and relax in nature Shondoro Mountain Retreat is the answer. From lazing away around the pool, walking in the mountains, relaxing around the fire till late at night, listening to the bird sounds and just having fun. Had some hilarious encounters with the little spiders.

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

Fantastiese wegbreek juweel in die Bosveld.

Eenheid is netjies en prakties uiteengesit. Alles is nuut. Dis ’n rustige plek met eie braai geriewe en die swembad is beslis ’n nodige lafenis op daai tipiese warm Bosveld dae.

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Fantastic getaway gem in the Bushveld.

Unit is neatly and practically laid out. Everything is new. It's a peaceful place with its own braai facilities and the swimming pool is definitely a necessary exercise on those typical hot Bushveld days.

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Liselle D - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liselle D
With partner

Fantasties en spesiaal.

Hartlik ontvang deur Rory en Yvette. Besonderse omgewing. Heerlik gekuier. Eenheid was netjies en gerieflik. Was baie spesiaal. Die volgende kan dalk na gekyk word ─ duideliker aanwysingsborde by die grootpad wat die afdraai wys. GPS-koördinate moet reggestel word. Nog aanwysingsborde op die grondpad, mens is onseker van waar jy afdraai plaas toe. Spieël in die kamer naby 'n prop vir haredroogblaas.

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Fantastic and special.

Warmly received by Rory and Yvette. Special environment. Had a great time. Unit was neat and comfortable. Was very special. The following might be looked at ─ clearer signposts at the main road showing the turn off. GPS coordinates must be corrected. More signposts on the dirt road, one is unsure of where you turn off to the farm. Mirror in the room near a blow dryer plug.

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Anna S - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anna S
With partner

Lekker stil en rustig.

Pragtige gashere en landskap.

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Nice and quiet.

Lovely hosts and beautiful landscape.

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Francois J - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois J
With friends

Magic.

Fantastic trip living next to the river and the wildlife was just amazing.

Mia A - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Mia A
With partner

Rustig, netjies.

'n Heerlike ervaring. Let asseblief op die fooi wat gevra word as mens laat inklok.

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Peaceful, neat.

A great experience. Please note the fee levied on late arrivals.

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Marianne H - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marianne H
With partner

Rustigheid van die Bosveld en natuur is onverbeterlik!

Shondoro is 'n pragtige klein juweeltjie gekoester tussen die Waterberge. Ons is hartlik ontvang deur die eienaars en het heerlik gekuier. Sal weer bespreek in die toekoms. Aanbevelings wat ons voorstel om dit nog beter te maak. Voorsien asb. 'n besem in die chalets asook 'n vollengte spieël in Klipspringer en Buschbuck. 'n Koffieplunger sal gaaf wees en behoorlike wynglase en braaitang. Dit sal lekker wees as die braai en vuurmaakplek elke oggend skoongemaak word.

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Tranquility of the Bosveld and nature is unbeatable!

Shondoro is a beautiful little gem nestled between the Waterberge. We were warmly received by the owners and had a great time. Will book again in the future. Recommendations we suggest to make it even better. Please provide a broom in the chalets as well as a full-length mirror in Klipspringer and Buschbuck. A coffee plunger would be nice and proper wine glasses and tongs. It would be nice if the braai and fire place were cleaned every morning.

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

Peaceful and relaxing.

The perfect getaway from the hectic life in Joburg. Beautiful surroundings. Absolute gem.

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

Ware wegbreek.

As jy regtig wil wegbreek is Shondoro die plek vir jou. 8 km van die hoofpad af, 20 km van die naaste dorp af. As jy tussen die koppe ingaan is daar ook nie meer selfoonsein nie. Die perfekte wegbreek om kop skoon te maak. Onthou net om ordentlike loopskoene, verkyker en kamera saam te neem. Ligging kry 4 punte omdat die tiener oor selontvangs gekla het.

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True getaway.

If you really want to get away, Shondoro is the place for you. 8 km from the main road, 20 km from the nearest town. If you go in between the heads there is no mobile phone signal anymore. The perfect getaway to clear your head. Just remember to bring decent walking shoes, binoculars and camera. Location gets 4 points because the teenager complained about cell reception.

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

Dit was 'n heerlike, rustige bestemming die eenhede is baie privaat.

Shondoro Mountain Retreat was baie rustig en veilig. Ons het baie lekker gerus in die natuur en het die stilte terdeë geniet.

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It was a lovely, peaceful destination and the units are private.

Shondoro Mountain Retreat was very peaceful and safe. We had a lovely rest in nature and enjoyed the quietness a lot.

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Ignatius P - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ignatius P
Family with teenagers

Rustige, veilige wegbreek vir 'n langnaweek. Regte plek om naby aan die natuur te wees.

Ons chalet was volledig toegerus met alles wat ons nodig gehad het. Die voëllewe was fantasties en ons kon veilig rondloop op die plaas om die natuur te geniet. Ons beveel Shondoro met graagte aan as iemand graag in die natuur wil gaan ontspan.

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Quiet, safe getaway for a long weekend. Real place to be close to nature.

Our chalet was fully equipped with everything we needed. The birdlife was fantastic and we could safely walk around the farm to enjoy nature. We are happy to recommend Shondoro if anyone wants to relax in nature.

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Marie C - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Marie C
With partner

Heerlik rustig.

Ek het gedink die akkommodasie sou teen 'n berghang of bo-op die berg wees en nie net onder in die kloof nie. Ek het ook bergstappaadjies verwag wat daar glad nie is nie.

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Lovely and relaxing.

I thought the accommodation would be against a mountainside or on top of te mountain, not at the bottom of the kloof. I expected walking routes in the mountains, which there were none of.

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Faul L - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Faul L
Family with teenagers

Netjies, skoon, goeie gashere.

Netjiese en skoon chalet. Vriendelike en akkommederende eienaars. Kan die plek aanbeveel vir enige iemand wat 'n rustige naweek weg in die bos soek.

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Neat, clean, good hosts.

Neat and clean chalet. Friendly, accommodating owners. Could recommend this place to anyone who's looking for a peaceful getaway in the bush.

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Johan R - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan R
With partner

Heerlik rustig in die bos.

Baie skoon en netjies. Het heerlik ontspan in die bos.

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Nice and peaceful in the bush.

Very clean and neat. Had a nice and relaxing time in the bush.

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Mark H - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mark H
With partner

Awesome retreat from reality.

Thank you Rory for a special time on your farm, well done really beautiful and peaceful, just what I needed to recharge the batteries.

Marius S - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marius S
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker verblyf met wonderlike eienaars, Rory en Yvette, wat moeite gedoen het om goed wat ons daar vergeet het terug te besorg.

Rory en Yvette het uit hulle pad gegaan om ons verblyf so aangenaam moontlik te maak. Ons het dit geniet om fiets te ry en te stap en die aande was fantasties. Ons sal beslis weer gaan.

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We had a great time, the owners, Rory and Yvette, are wonderful. We left some of our stuff there by accident and they helped us to get it back.

Rory and Yvette went out of their way to make our stay as comfy as possible. We enjoyed cycling and hiking, and the nights were wonderful. We will definitely be back.

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Marida B - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marida B
With partner

Pragtige, rustige omgewing.

Shondoro is waarlik 'n "retreat". Ons het die pragtige natuurskoon, oulike klip-chalets en staproetes baie geniet. Sal definitief weer gaan!

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Beautiful, peaceful area.

Shondoro is truly a retreat. We enjoyed the beautiful nature, cute stone chalets and walking trails tremendously. Will definitely go again!

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Charmaine W - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charmaine W
With partner

Dit is onbeskryflik.

Dit is die lieflikste plekkie tussen die berge. die stilte is onbeskryflik. Yvette en Rory het ons persoonlik ontvang en onmiddellik tuis laat voel, wat 'n lieflike paartjie. Ek kan Shondoro ten sterkste aanbeveel vir diegene wat net wil wegkom van die alledaagse gejaag.

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I can't even describe it.

The loveliest place between the mountains. Unbelievably quiet. Yvette and Rory welcomed us and made us feel at home, what a lovely couple! I can strongly recommend Shondoro for those who just want to escape everyday reality.

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Jacobus V - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jacobus V
With partner

Pragtige ligging; Prentjiemooi omgewing. Baie privaat en die moeite werd om te besoek.

Die chalet is is baie netjies ingerig en voorsien van alle geriewe - daar is mooi staproetes. Die plek is uitgeknip vir 'n gesinskuier. Ek sal weer gaan met 'n groter geselskap. Die lapa met 'n braaivleisplek en boma is uitnemend geskik vir 'n heerlike laataandkuier om 'n vuur. Sorg vir genoeg kosvoorrade, omdat dit nogal 'n entjie is om dorp toe te ry. Die roete na die plaas is nie heeltemal geskik vir motors soos myne wat 'n "bietjie laag" lê nie.

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Beautiful location; Picturesque surroundings. Very private and worth visiting.

The chalet is very neatly furnished and equipped with all amenities - there are nice walking routes. The place is cut out for a family outing. I would go again with a bigger party. The lapa with a barbecue place and boma is excellently suited for a delicious late-night visit around a fire. Take care of enough food supplies, as it is quite a distance to drive to town. The route to the farm is not quite suitable for cars like mine which is "a bit low".

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Karen A - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Karen A
Family with young children

Baie rustig.

Dit was baie lekker en baie rustig. Sal weer Shondoro besoek.

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Very calm.

It was very nice and very peaceful. Will visit Shondoro again.

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Ulrike L - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ulrike L
Individual traveller

Beautiful, tranquil setting with lovely, caring hosts that go a long way to rejuvenating the soul and spirit.

Thank you for offering a tranquil and beautiful space to relax and rejuvenate. Rory and Yvette are lovely hosts and the short breakaway did wonders to revive my spirit, body and mind. Shondoro Mountain Retreat is located on a beautiful farm that provides a safe and quiet space to relax. There are several short hiking trails and a swimming pool akin to a natural pool with a view to the mountains. One finds oneself in the center of nature that drowns out all noise. An added, fortunate bonus was the beautiful lightning display with the mountains in the backdrop on the final evening of my stay. Shondoro Mountain Retreat is a must-go if you need some solitude in a serene and quiet setting.

Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Ulike, thank you for sharing your experience and for the beautiful feedback, we are so happy that you enjoyed it!
Regards
Rory and Yvette

Shondoro Mountain Retreat
Andrew V - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andrew V
With partner

Baie rustige en gesellige atmosfeer.

Ek sal enige tyd weer van Shondoro gebruik maak.

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Very relaxing and cosy atmosphere.

Will definitely go back!

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

Vreedsaam, stil en rustig. Stukkie van die Hemel.

Die eenhede is ver uitmekaar in die berg. Ongelooflik rustig en stil. Niemand pla jou daar nie, dit voel of jy alleen op die plaas kuier. Pragtige uitsig!

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Peaceful, quiet and peaceful. Piece of Heaven.

The units are far apart in the mountain. Incredibly peaceful and quiet. No one bothers you there, it feels like you are alone on the farm. Beautiful view!

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Braam N - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Braam N
With partner

Vrede, rustigheid en absolute herlaai. As jy wil wegbreek en net weer kragte opbou, is Shondoro die plek om heen te gaan.

Rory en Yvette het ons onmiddellik baie tuis laat voel. Die fasiliteite is baie goed en die diens uitstekend. Dit was heerlik om so in die natuur te kan ontspan sonder om te bekommer oor die res van die wêreld. Ons sal beslis weer die pad Shondoro toe vat.

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Peaceful, calm and a place to recharge. If you want a getaway to recharge and rejuvinate then Shondoro is the perfect place.

Rory and Yvette made us feel so at home. The facilities are great and the service is fantastic. It was lovely relaxing in nature without a worry in the world. We will definitely stay at Shondoro again in future.

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Louwrens P - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Louwrens P
Large group

Fantasties!

Soos gewoonlik was Shondoro 'n luilekker rustige private ervaring. Wat kortgekom het was ekstra dae om te geniet op Shondoro. Baie dankie Rory en Yvette. Sien weer.

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Fantastic!

As usual, Shondoro was a lazy quiet private experience. What was lacking were extra days to enjoy on Shondoro. Thank you very much Rory and Yvette. See again.

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Shondoro Mountain Retreat 's response

Hi Louwrence,

It was a pleasure to welcome you a second time at Shondoro! We are happy you enjoyed it again and hope to see you again soon.

Regards,
Rory and Yvette

Shondoro Mountain Retreat
Jeanette L - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Jeanette L
With partner

Baie stil en rustig. Ons het min diere gesien. Daar was baie voëls. Bos is baie ruig. Heerlik gerus.

Yvette en Rory ontvang jou vriendelik en is baie gasvry. Ons het baie lekker gekuier en gerus.

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Very quiet and peaceful. We didn't see lots of animals. There were lots of birds. Bush is very dense. Lovely rest.

Yvette and Rory receives you in a friendly manner and is very hospitable. We had a nice time and were well rested.

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Natashia V - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Natashia V
With partner

Rustig, maar nie waarde vir geld regtig nie.

Lekker gebly, gedink die plaas is groter en daar was ook glad nie diere sigbaar nie, ons geiser het nie gewerk nie en moes elke keer na 'n ander toe stap vir 'n stort. Die eerste aand was ons 'n rukkie sonder krag, geen ligte buite om die huis nie, onthou maar 'n flits.

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Peaceful, but not really value for money.

We had a good stay, thought the farm was larger and there's also no animals visible. Our geyser did not work and we had to walk to another every time we wanted a shower. The first night we were without power for a little while, there are no lights outside so remember a flashlight.

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Dis so jammer dat gaste nie hulle ongelukkigheid deel as hulle hier is nie en dit na die tyd gaan doen. Ons was ook nie bewus dat die geyser vroeër die dag gebars het nie en het 20 keer aangebied om julle na 'n ander cottage toe te skuif, maar julle het geweier en was vreeslik gelukkig om by die cottage langsaan te gaan stort. Julle het selfs versoek om langer gebly en ons het dit met graagte toegelaat. Die diere op die plaas is wild en ons kan nie voorspel of julle hulle gaan sien nie, soos verduidelik. Aangesien julle 'n paar keer gesê het dat julle beslis weer gaan kom hoop ons ons sien julle weer hier!

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Pieter G - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter G
With partner

Ons gaan verseker terug!

Eenkant, rustig, mooi, goed toegerus, veilig, lekker, goeie voëllewe, lekker stap, privaat en vriendelike / hulpvaardige gasheer/vrou. Ons gaan terug - verseker!

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We are going back for sure!

Secluded, quiet, beautiful, well equipped, safe, nice, good bird life, nice walk, private and friendly / helpful host/wife. We will go back - for sure!

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Duncan O - Jun 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Duncan O
With partner

Uitstekend. Chalets diep binne in berg.

Baie lekker en ontsettend netjies.

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Outstanding. Chalets deep in the mountain.

Very nice and extremely neat.

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Maggie A - Mar 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maggie A
With partner

Beautiful and absolutely fantastic!

We were so warmly welcomed as guests - and overwhelmed by their hospitality. The cottage was so clean and user-friendly and was equipped with everything you could possibly need. We felt safe and secure and were surrounded by the most beautiful bushveld scenery and the surrounding areas which completely made us feel at home and at peace. We were well-informed about the rules and regulations as well as any wild animals that might be a safety risk to us. All the different plants and trees were shown to us and we felt so secure in nature. We certainly would visit again and we would recommend this beautiful, peaceful, clean and secure accommodation to anybody that seeks rest and tranquility in the safety and hospitality of Rory and Yvette. We felt rested when we left!

Bev W - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bev W
With partner

It was pure perfection and serenity with every possible need catered for.

I was looking for a serene environment where I could enjoy the terrain and ambience of the Waterberg and have the freedom to explore at my leisure. I was also looking for bush accommodation with creature comforts yet still maintain the rustic beauty that should be expected. All my expectations were met and more. I had the most beautiful, serene, peaceful weekend where my soul was content.

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

Elke sent en kilometer werd.

Shondoro is presies wat die naam sê: 'n retreat! Dit is lekker weggesteek en mens voel regtig afgesonder. Daar is min of geen selfoonontvangs wat nog meer help. Jy kyk nie eers na jou horlosie nie. Dit is vreeslik ontspannend en mens kry regtig dit reg om net af te skakel. Die chalets is baie netjies en slim uit eengesit met al die geriewe wat mens nodig het. Ek het regtig van die moeite gehou wat die eienaars gedoen het om bietjie meer inligting oor die gebied en sy geskiedenis bekend te maak. Hulle diens en gasvryheid is besonders. Die buitelig is pragtig en ek is seker dit sal nog meer wees sodra dit goed gereën het en die bergstroom wat verby die chalets vloei ook weer vol is. Kees se kind is ook opmerklik teenwoordig in die gebied, ook so die bokke en verskeidenheid voëls wat kom besoek aflê. Dit is toeganklik en ook nie ver om na heen te reis nie. Beslis 'n plek om weer te besoek.

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Worth every penny and kilometer.

Shondoro is exactly what the name says: a retreat! It is well hidden and you feel really secluded. There is little or no cell phone reception which helps even more. You don't even look at your watch. It's terribly relaxing and you really manage to just switch off. The chalets are very neat and smartly put together with all the amenities you need. I really liked the effort the owners made to disclose a little more information about the area and its history. Their service and hospitality is exceptional. The outside light is beautiful and I'm sure it will be even more so once it has rained well and the mountain stream that flows past the chalets is also full again. Kees' child is also noticeably present in the area, as are the goats and variety of birds that come to visit. It is accessible and also not far to travel to. Definitely a place to visit again.

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Baie dankie vir die wonderlike terugvoer! Ons hoop om julle gou weer hier te verwelkom!

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

Worth every penny spent

A beautiful quiet place for you to relax, getting there was part of the fun, use a 4x4 my polo stugled a bit.the place was clean and tidy, the owners were very helpful and very kind. A few hiking trails and off grid mountain climbing is allowed, just inform the owners. Theres a nice cool swinning pool, and a river plus mini waterfall which you can hear throughout the day. If you want to have privacy and to break away from society. Or like me take your girlfriend for a romantic getaway, this is the place. Thanks Rory and Yvette the stay was great. Hendri and Amthel

Pat A - Nov 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Pat A
With partner

Shondoro provided everything that your advertisement promised - a wonderful, bushveld retreat.

Shondoro Mountain Retreat is a well-run and peaceful country destination that offers basic, attractive and comfortable accomodation. The friendly, helpful hosts in Rory and Yvette, who made sure that our needs were met, but were never intrusive. We loved the opportunity to connect with the natural bushveld, including a wide variety of birds and a range of antelope and other wild-life. The walks and trails were enjoyable and well marked. Our few days there left us feeling refreshed and relaxed in body, mind and spirit!

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

Baie stil en rustig, dankie tog!

Plek om te gaan rus! Het die voëllewe baie geniet!

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Very quiet and peaceful, thank you!

Place to rest! Really enjoyed the birdlife!

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Dimoina T - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Dimoina T
With partner

Rustig!

By Shondoro het ons presies gekry wat ons gaan soek het: 'n wegbreek van die stad se gejaag. Jy kan ure net sit om jou eie Boma met 'n vuurtjie en gesels. Ek was mal oor my kombuis buite! Die eienaars, Yvette en Rory, maak seker dat jy alles het wat jy nodig het, hulle gee vir jou daai "personal touch". Shondoro sien ons verseker weer!

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Restful!

At Shondoro we found exactly what we were looking for: a break from the city's hustle and bustle. You can just sit around your own Boma with a fire and chat for hours. I loved my outdoor kitchen! The owners, Yvette and Rory, make sure you have everything you need, they give you that "personal touch". Shondoro we will see you again for sure!

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

Vrede en rus.

Vir 'n rustige wegbreek sonder selfoonopvangs kan jy gerus hier kom rus. Die 4 km bergfietsroete is vir alle vlakke rybaar en die natuur is pragtig. 'n Moet vir 'n wegbreek uit die stad.

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Peace and rest.

For a peaceful break without cell phone reception, you can come and rest here. The 4 km mountain bike route is suitable for all levels and the nature is beautiful. A must for a break from the city.

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Thea C - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Thea C
Individual traveller

Ons wou absolute stilte hê oor nuwejaar, sonder ge-doef doef en klappers, en Shondoro was perfek!

Ons het net die mooi klanke van die natuur gehoor, en kon heerlik stap op die verskillende staproetes. Shondoro is 'n paradys vir enige natuurliefhebber. Dankie aan Yvette en Rory vir hul vriendelike gasvryheid.

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We wanted absolute silence over New Years, without ge-doof doof and crackers, and Shondoro was perfect!

We only heard the beautiful sounds of nature, and were able to enjoy a wonderful walk on the various hiking trails. Shondoro is a paradise for any nature lover. Thanks to Yvette and Rory for their kind hospitality.

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Reynette V - Jun 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Reynette V
With partner

Rustigheid in die berge.

Heerlike ontspanning in die berge! Ons was opsoek na rustigheid en het dit gevind! Ons het in die veld gaan stap en baie voëls gehoor en gesien en die rustigheid van die bosveld terdeë geniet. Die bokkies was skaam, maar ons het daarin geslaag om 'n paar mooi foto's te neem. Baie dankie Rory en Yvette vir jul gasvryheid en die netjiese chalet waarin ons gebly het. Ons sal jul beslis weer binnekort besoek.

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Tranquility in the mountains.

Great relaxation in the mountains! We were looking for tranquility and found it! We went for a walk in the field and heard and saw many birds and thoroughly enjoyed the tranquility of the woodland. The goats were shy, but we managed to take some nice photos. Thank you very much Rory and Yvette for your hospitality and the neat chalet in which we stayed. We will definitely visit you again soon.

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

Roy en Yvette is baie vriendlik en gaan uit hulle pad uit om die gaste gelukkig te maak.

Die swembad kort beslis 'n bietjie aandag. Die tekort aan selfoon-opvangs maak dat 'n mens bietjie onveilig voel.

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Roy and Yvette are very friendly and go out of their way to make the guests happy.

The pool definitely needs some attention. The lack of cell phone reception makes one feel a little unsafe.

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Susan L - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan L
With partner

Luukse verblyf naby aan die natuur.

Foto's en die inligting op Shondoro se webblad kan nie reg laat geskied aan Shondoro nie. In die klip-chalets met hul grasdakke en oop leefareas voel mens deurgaans deel van die natuur, terwyl die slaap- en badkamer luuks ingerig is. Die gasheer en gasvrou is hartlik en maak seker dat 'n mens tuis voel en alles het wat jy nodig het, sonder om op jou privaatheid inbreuk te maak. Daar is net drie chalets, wat ver genoeg van mekaar is dat ons die ander gaste net een keer van 'n afstand gesien het. Ons het heerlik gerus en ontspan. Shondoro bied fantastiese waarde vir geld en is die perfekte plek vir 'n romantiese of gesinswegbreek. Ons kom beslis weer - dankie!

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Luxury accommodation close to nature.

Photos and the information on Shondoro's website cannot do Shondoro justice. In the stone chalets with their thatched roofs and open living areas, you always feel part of nature, while the bedroom and bathroom are luxuriously furnished. The host and hostess are warm and make sure that you feel at home and have everything you need, without intruding on your privacy. There are only three chalets, which are far enough apart that we only saw the other guests from a distance once. We rested and relaxed wonderfully. Shondoro offers fantastic value for money and is the perfect place for a romantic or family break. We will definitely come again - thank you!

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Ellie B - Oct 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ellie B
With partner

This really is a mountain retreat!

I've been to places calling themselves a mountain retreat. in the past, but after you discover Shondoro you discover how a mountain retreat really should be!!! We have really enjoyed our stay and rest, and will go back soon!!

Rochelle M - Oct 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rochelle M
With partner

Dit was perfek en rustig, weg van alles.

Sien die sterre hieronder.

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It was perfect and peaceful, away from it all.

See the stars below.

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Jess N - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jess N
With partner

Shondoro Mountain Retreat is a beautiful quiet place in the bush.

If you like a quiet place in the bush with total privacy, Shondoro is the place. There are 3 stone chalets set nicely apart from each other. There is a kitchen separate from the bedroom with everything you need cutlery crockery and a fridge/freezer. The bedroom is very tastefully decorated with an on-suite shower and toilet. Theres a beautiful big area to sit and eat under a magnificent big tree. There's a boma to braai. Perfect! There are different walks you can go on: We went on 1 walk and saw interesting trees. The pool looked lovely but maybe a bit cool to swim just yet. Yvette and Rory met us on arrival and its always nice to be welcomed. We will be definitely be back.

Carien W - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carien W
With friends

Hier kan 'n mens die natuur en rustigheid beleef.

Ons was aangenaam verras gewees. Dit is 'n pragtige plek, baie netjies, skoon en baie goed toegerus. Ons sal enige iemand aanbeveel om daar te gaan ontspan. Die aand wat ons die uile gaan soek het maak dit net so spesiaal. Rory en Yvette se persoonlike verwelkoming laat mens sommer net baie spesiaal voel. Sal hulle definitief weer besoek!

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Here one can experience nature and tranquility.

We were pleasantly surprised. It is a beautiful place, very neat, clean and very well equipped. We would recommend anyone to go and relax there. The night we went looking for the owls makes it just as special. Rory and Yvette's personal welcome makes you feel very special. Will definitely visit them again!

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Ronel K - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ronel K
Large group

Baie rustig en baie mooi.

Die stilte, die natuur, die rivier, die veiligheid, ens. was eenvoudig wonderlik. Ek was alleen, maar het nooit bang gevoel nie. Ons het heerlik geslaap en heerlik gerus. Yvette, Rory en Matthew is pragtige mense!

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Very peaceful and very beautiful.

The silence, the nature, the river, the safety, etc. was simply wonderful. I was alone but never felt afraid. We slept wonderfully and rested wonderfully. Yvette, Rory and Matthew are beautiful people!

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Edith B - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Edith B
With partner

Shondoro is the perfect retreat ~ quiet and secluded ~ we plan to make it our ‘get-away-from-it-all’ place!

We appreciated the fine balance you have achieved by providing the essentials for comfort whilst still maintaining the feel of being in the bush! We were impressed with our cottage’s cleanliness; the quality of bed linen and bath towels; the quantity of super-hot water for showers and washing up; and the layout of the kitchen and living areas ~ both under thatch and under the stars

Helmuth Z - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Helmuth Z
With partner

Wonderful place

Bathroom a little cramped, toilet needs a curtain for privacy! A true retreat for nature lovers and chosen because we could afford it with pensioners' discount. Would like more and longer hikes.

Esme E - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Esme E
With partner

'n Lieflike, rustige omgewing. Ons het 'n heerlike rusnaweek gehad.

Die drie huisies is nogal naby aan mekaar. Ons was baie gelukkig om alleen daar te wees, so ons het 'n wonderlike naweek gehad. Die omgewing is "stunning", en die huisie baie skoon en heel gerieflik.

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A lovely, peaceful setting. We had a lovely rest weekend.

The three houses are quite close to each other. We were very lucky to be there by ourselves so we had a great weekend. The environment is "stunning", and the cottage very clean and very comfortable.

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Camilla H - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Camilla H
With partner

Asemrowende natuurskoon, vriendelike personeel, en die ideale stukkie wegbreek-paradys.

Baie dankie Rory en Yvette vir 'n wonderlike wegbreeknaweek. Die algehele ondervinding was een van rustigheid. Die natuurskoon was onbeskryflik mooi en uitmuntende diens is gelewer. Ons sal beslis weer kom kuier.

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Breathtaking scenery, friendly staff, and the ideal piece of getaway paradise.

Thank you so much Rory and Yvette for a wonderful weekend getaway. The overall experience was one of tranquility. The scenery was indescribably beautiful and excellent service was provided. We will definitely visit again.

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Christina S - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Christina S
Family with young children

Pragtige natuurskoon en goeie verblyf wat baie privaat is. Vriendelike diens!

Dankie vir 'n heerlike naweek Rory en Yvette, jul het ons baie welkom laat voel en die fasiliteite is baie goeie gehalte. Ons sal dit definitief kan aanbeveel. Alles wat mooi is vir die toekoms.

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Beautiful scenery and good accommodation that is very private. Friendly service!

Thank you for a lovely weekend Rory and Yvette, you made us feel very welcome and the facilities are of very good quality. We can definitely recommend it. All that is beautiful for the future.

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Johan V - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan V
With partner

Genotvol.

Al wat kort is 'n gordyn tussen die slaapkamer en toilet. Andersins, puik met gasvrye gasheer en -vrou.

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Delightful.

All that is missing is a curtain between the bedroom and toilet. Otherwise, great with hospitable host and wife.

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Lynn E - Jun 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Lynn E
With partner

It was lovely.

Sien die sterre hieronder.

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It was lovely.

See the stars below.

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Johan L - Nov 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan L
Large group

Fantasties, skoon en rustig met goeie, behulpsame diens! Waarde vir geld.

Ons kan Shondoro aanbeveel; die geriewe is 5-ster en Yvette en Rory het ons baie welkom laat voel. Nogmaals dankie!

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Fantastic, clean and peaceful with good, helpful service! Value for money.

We can recommend Shondoro; the facilities are 5 star and Yvette and Rory made us feel very welcome. Thanks again!

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Romien R - Oct 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Romien R
With partner

Waarde vir geld uit en uit!

Die plekkie is geleë in 'n vallei met die mooiste uitsig oor die berge en seisoensriviertjie. Die eenhede is baie skoon en baie privaat. Dit is ideaal vir 'n paartjie of klein familie. Die eienaars is uiters vriendelik en gaan uit hul pad om jou tevrede te hou. Daar is lekker stapplek vir die beginner tot ekspert. Daar is ook lieflike voëls en pragtige natuurgeluide. Die boma is lekker snoesig vir die wintermaande, maar ook lekker om onder te braai in die somer. Ons kon geen fout vind nie en dit het presies aan al ons behoeftes voldoen. Ons sal definitief teruggaan. As jy 'n privaat wegbreekplekkie soek, in die bosveld waar stilte en die natuur jou omvou, is hierdie die plek vir jou!

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Value for money out and out!

The place is located in a valley with the most beautiful view of the mountains and seasonal river. The units are very clean and very private. It is ideal for a couple or small family. The owners are extremely friendly and go out of their way to keep you satisfied. There are nice hiking spots for the beginner to the expert. There are also lovely birds and beautiful nature sounds. The boma is nice and cuddly for the winter months, but also nice to grill under in the summer. We couldn't fault it and it met all our needs exactly. We will definitely go back. If you are looking for a private getaway, in the bush where silence and nature surround you, this is the place for you!

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Barbara K - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Barbara K
On business

Ons het 'n welverdiende bederf-naweek spandeer in die pragtige Waterberge.

Ons is hartlik ontvang en behoorlik bederf in die rustige omgewing van die Waterberge, waar ons na hartelus kon ontspan. Die chalets is baie netjies en ten volle toegerus. Ons het 'n skemerkelkie geniet by 'n asemrowende uitkykpunt oor die Sewe Susters - 'n deel van die Waterberge. Baie dankie Yvette en Rory, julle sien ons weer!

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We spent a well-deserved pampering weekend in the beautiful Waterberge.

We were warmly received and properly pampered in the peaceful surroundings of the Waterberge, where we could relax to our heart's content. The chalets are very neat and fully equipped. We enjoyed a cocktail at a breathtaking viewpoint over the Seven Sisters - part of the Water Mountains. Thank you very much Yvette and Rory, see you again!

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    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Shondoro Mountain Retreat, R33, Vaalwater, 0530, Limpopo
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