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Thandile Country Lodge

Game Lodge

Review Summary

4 out of 5from 58 reviews for Thandile Country Lodge
Cleanliness
4.0/5
Service
4.1/5
Location
4.0/5
Safety
4.2/5
Value for money
3.8/5
Jizelle G - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jizelle G
With partner

Rustic, relaxing, horse riding was amazing, would highly recommend this gem!

We were greeted by the host who was very welcoming. He arranged our afternoon horse ride which was incredible (well trained horses). The accommodation was exactly what we needed for our birthday celebration getaway. Alongside the river is so peaceful and private. We will definitely be back. Thank you for the great hospitality!

Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Jizelle, thank you for your kind feedback. We are hoping to welcome you back for a longer stay next time. Regards, Magdel Daniel (owner)

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

Sal dit ongetwyfeld aanbeveel. Daar is alles wat jy nodig het.

Ons het ongelooflik lekker gebly. Baie rustig gewees en ons kon goed uitrus. Dit is nie ver uit die dorp nie en maklik om gou in te ry indien nodig.

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Would definitely recommend it. There is everything you need.

We had an incredibly nice stay. It was very peaceful and we were able to rest well. It's not far out of town and easy to drive into quickly if needed.

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Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Baie dankie vir die goeie terugvoer, Anton. Dit was heerlik om julle hier te onthaal op Thandile.

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Mariette R - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mariette R
Family with teenagers

Die plaas en huis was ongelooflik mooi.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Sal graag weer wil gaan bly. Regtig waarde vir geld.

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The farm and house were incredibly beautiful.

We had a very nice stay. Would love to stay again. Really value for money.

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Baie dankie vir die pragtige terugvoer, ons sien uit dat julle weer hier kom kuier.

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

Salig, stil en rustig.

Baie rustig en salig. Lieflike plek om net te ontspan, te stap en wild te kyk. Ou Mollie die hond was 'n absolute plesier.

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Blissful, quiet and peaceful.

Very peaceful and blissful. Lovely place to just relax, walk and watch wildlife. Old Mollie the dog was an absolute delight.

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Dankie Hennie, julle was aangename gaste en ons was dankbaar dat ons ons 'stukkie hemel' met julle kon deel. Groete Magdel

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Elna S - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Elna S
With partner

Redelik.

Dit is 'n pragtige plekkie. Ongelukkig was daar 'n onvoorsiene krisis, wat die verblyf effe gedemp het. Tog sal ek dit aanbeveel, aangesien mens kan sien daar baie liefde en sorg in die lodge gesit is.

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Reasonable.

It is a beautiful place. Unfortunately, there was an unforeseen crisis, which dampened the stay a bit. Still, I would recommend it, as you can see a lot of love and care has been put into the lodge.

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Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Dankie vir die positiewe terugvoer en julle geduld met ons onverwagte personeelkrisis waarvoor ons nie op so 'n laat stadium 'n alternatief kon reël nie. Groete, Magdel Daniel (eienaar)

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

Huis weg van die huis af.

As jy soek na 'n plek wat voel soos 'n huis weg van die huis af, met vriendelike mense, uitstekende diens, goeie geselskap, skoon atmosfeer is Thandile Country Lodge die perfekte plek. Dis perfek vir as jy net rustig wil wees of inspirasie soek. Ons kan nie wag om weer te gaan nie.

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Home away from home.

If you are looking for a place that feels like a home away from home, with friendly people, excellent service, good company, clean atmosphere Thandile Country Lodge is the perfect place. It's perfect for when you just want to be calm or looking for inspiration. We can't wait to go again.

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Nico V - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nico V
With partner

Heerlijke plek waar de natuur dichtbij komt.

Niet ver van Bela-Bela, aan de weg naar Alma, ligt Thandile Country Lodge, met gastheer Kobus en gastvrouw Magdel, een tiental loslopende paarden met allemaal hun eigen verhaal, ganzen en honden, groen, een natuurlijk zwembad in de dam, aan de rand van de natuur. Een heerlijke rustige plek, waar de nacht nog donker is. Voor de golfliefhebbers : Elements Golf Course (SA nr. 14) ligt op 20 minuten rijden (vrijdag en zaterdag druk bezet, de overige dagen van de week: rustig).

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Wonderful place where nature comes close.

Not far from Bela-Bela, on the road to Alma, lies Thandile Country Lodge, with host Kobus and hostess Magdel, a dozen loose horses with each their own story, geese and dogs, greenery, a natural swimming pool in the dam, on the edge of nature. A wonderful peaceful place, where the night is still dark. For the golf lovers: Elements Golf Course (SA no. 14) is a 20-minute drive away (Friday and Saturday busy, the other days of the week: quiet).

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Cornel M - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Cornel M
Family with teenagers

Anderste ervaring vir 'n stadsjapie.

Ons het baie lekker gebly toe ons oor die aanvanklike 'skok' gekom het. Baie ooknappingswerk moet nog gedoen word en die algemene gevoel is 'verwaarlosing'. Boshuis waar ons tuisgegaan het, was skoon en baie goed toegerus met 'n mooi uitsig, maar daar geen sprake van die een enkelbedmatras nie. Dis nie geskik vir 'n volwassene nie. Gasheer sou sekerlik matras geruil het as ons daaroor gekla het; ons het dit nie geopper nie want ons verblyf was slegs vir 2 nagte. Gasheer en -vrou en werkers baie vriendelik en aangenaam. Ons het die plaasdam-ervaring baie geniet. Die 'dam' is skoon en goed geleë. Dit was n lekker ervaring, maar ons sal nie noodwendig kies om terug te gaan nie.

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Different experience for a city kid.

We had a very nice stay once we got over the initial 'shock'. A lot of renovation work still needs to be done and the general feeling is 'neglect'. Forest house where we stayed was clean and very well equipped with a nice view, but no mention of the one single bed mattress. It's not suitable for an adult. Host would surely have changed the mattress if we had complained about it; we didn't raise it because our stay was only for 2 nights. Host and wife and workers very friendly and pleasant. We really enjoyed the farm pond experience. The 'pond' is clean and well located. It was a nice experience, but we wouldn't necessarily choose to go back.

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Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Dankie vir die terugvoer Cornel. Die opknappingswerk is ongelukkig 'n duur proses na COVID maar ons probeer elke dag iets doen om ons plek weer te kry waar dit was voor die pandemie. Julle was baie aangename gaste.

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Thando B - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Thando B
Family with teenagers

Worse place I have ever been. Not the same as their website.

The unit wasn't in good condition for guests. Kitchen units were broken, stoves weren't working properly. Toilets were dirty. Walls full of spiderwebs. Bedroom wasn't clean.

Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Thank you for the feedback, but unfortunately, this is not factual and can be confirmed by other guests who stayed in the same cottage before you and at another cottage next to you during the same period.
You arrived with 5 guests after booking for only 4. We accommodated your guest at an additional per-night cost, which you were also unhappy with and insisted it is R400.00 for the whole weekend for your extra, unpermitted guest.
It is malicious to misrepresent yourself and then try to reflect the blame. So sorry the property was not up to your standards.
Have a lovely day.

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Joyce M - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Joyce M
Family with teenagers

A very peaceful place to relax, we really enjoyed our stay.

The owners were very friendly and always attentive and met all our requests.

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

Amazing experience and beautiful location.

Thandile Country Lodge looked awesome on website but it was even better when we arrived. We have been travelling now for quite a while and so I booked the Romantic Room for us for a treat. The bed was super comfortable and the bathtub made me feel like a queen! But the best part of it all was waking up to find a zebra very near our stoep and horses just very gently making their way around the property. Magdel and Cobus were also fabulous. Highly recommended, especially if you are an animal lover.

Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Tineke, it was a privilege to host you and your partner. Safe travels and we look forward to welcoming you back someday when you're in SA again.

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Deon V - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Deon V
With partner

Very quiet and clean.

We stayed in the rustic cabin by the river and although there were some problems with the gas supply to the geyser it was sorted out quickly. Some improvements can be made around the undercover braai area because it was wet when it rained. Owner is aware of it and promised to do it.

Morne D - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Morne D
Family with young children

Rustic plaaslewe.

Lekker rustic plaas lewe, nie baie om te doen nie maar jy rus lekker en die kinders kan lekker in die veld en water speel. Diens is goed en die staff help graag. Ongelukkig is die 3 damme nie geskik vir visvang nie en moet dit so gestel word op die website. Verder 'n baie lekker plek vir 'n wegbreek as jy van 'n rustic plek hou.

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Rustic farm life.

Nice rustic farm life, not much to do but you rest well and the children can play in the field and water. Service is good and the staff are happy to help. Unfortunately, the 3 dams are not suitable for fishing and must be stated as such on the website. Furthermore, a very nice place for a break if you like a rustic place.

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Lorezel D - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Lorezel D
Family with teenagers

Rustig, veilig en mooi.

Alhoewel ons kuier lekker rustig en skoon was, sal ons nie noodwendig weer van Thandile country lodge gebruik maak nie! Mens kan sien Covid het sy tol geëis op die lodge! Op website se bv. daar is lugversorging in die kamers, daar is egter net waaiers! Foto's op website baie aanloklik en mooi, maar die lodge is nie in stand gehou met wat fotos reflekteer nie! Restaurant is tans toe weens Covid, maar is bv. net gelaat en word nooit skoon gehou nie! Daar was wel kamerdiens elke dag met warm water en internet! Website se daar is n swembad, maar wys geen fotos daarvan nie, dis egter 'n plaasdam swembad, maar ek kan by se hy was darem skoon! Plaas atmosfeer op sy beste!

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Quiet, safe and beautiful.

Although our visit was nice and quiet and clean, we will not necessarily use Thandile country lodge again! One can see that Covid has taken its toll on the lodge! On website's e.g. there is air conditioning in the rooms, however there are only fans! Photos on website very attractive and beautiful, but the lodge is not maintained with what photos reflect! Restaurant is currently closed due to Covid, but is e.g. just left and never kept clean! There was room service every day with hot water and internet! Website says there is a swimming pool, but doesn't show any photos of it, it's a farm dam swimming pool, but I can say it was clean at least! Post atmosphere at its best!

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Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Baie dankie vir die gebalanseerde en eerlike terugvoer. Ons is inderdaad sleg deur COVID getref maar ons is vasbeslote om die lodge in sy volle glorie te herstel. Die stoepe van die hoofgebou en die grasdak in die restaurant is hierdie week herstel. Grootskaalse opruiming van die lodge perseel word ook tans gedoen en ons beplan on die restaurant middel Mei weer te open.

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Sally K - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Sally K
With partner

Absoluut nie volgens wat jy bespreek op die foto's nie.

Geen selfoonopvangs, geen WiFi nie, geen TV nie baie swak kombuisgeriewe, glad nie eers ys op die perseel nie, ons kon nie wag dat dit lig word om te ry nie. Die plek is in 'n baie swak toestand, glad nie waarde vir geld nie. Sal dit glad nie aanbeveel nie.

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Absolutely not according to what you discuss in the pictures.

No cell phone reception, no WiFi, no TV, very poor kitchen facilities, not even ice on the premises, we couldn't wait for it to get light to drive. The place is in a very poor condition, not value for money at all. Would not recommend it at all.

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

Rustige plaaslewe!

Wonderlike plaaslewe met die natuurskoon om jou. Dis die plek om by te wees!

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Peaceful farm life!

Wonderful farm life with the natural beauty around you. It's the place to be!

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Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Dankie Grietjie, dit was heerlik om julle te leer ken.

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

Ons het heerlik gekuier, jou plek is pragtig

Ons het heerlik gekuier, jou plek is pragtig, netjies en jou dekor is baie keurig. Ons sal definitief jul weer besoek. Volgende keer sal ons definitief in die lodge wil bly. Ek gee jul volpunte vir jul pragtige plek. Baie seën vir julle.

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We had a great time, your place is beautiful

We had a great time, your place is beautiful, neat and your decor is very exquisite. We will definitely visit you again. Next time we will definitely want to stay in the lodge. I give you full marks for your beautiful place. Many blessings to you.

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

Een fantastiese naweek.

Van die oomblik wat ons by Thandile aangekom het tot ons vertrek het was die gasvryheid absoluut fantasties. Die rustigheid van die omgewing het ons bietjie laat afblaas van al die stadsgewoel. Dis regtig die moeite werd en Thandile sal ons beslis weer sien. Baie dankie vir al jul vriendelikheid!

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One fantastic weekend.

From the moment we arrived at Thandile's until we left the hospitality was absolutely fantastic. The tranquility of the surroundings let us relax a bit from all the city bustle. It's really worth it and Thandile will definitely see us again. Thank you very much for all your kindness!

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Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Baie dankie vir die mooi terugvoer. Ons waardeer dit opreg. Ons is maar lekker senuagtig na 6maande se sluiting om weer oop te maak maar ons is dankbaar dat die afwerkings ens wat ons tydens die grendeltyd aangebring het, wel raakgesien word. Ons sien uit om julle hele gesin later hier te verwelkom
Magdel Daniel

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

Heerlike wegbreek.

Die perfekte plek vir ‘n vinnige vakansie uit die stad. Die perderit was ook heerlik, die perde is rustig wat ‘n amateur gemaklik laat voel.

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Lovely getaway.

The perfect place for a quick getaway from the city. The horse ride was also wonderful, the horses are calm which makes an amateur comfortable.

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Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Baie dankie vir die positiewe terugvoer Petro. Ons hoop om julle gou weer te sien, hierdie keer saam met julle vriende en familie.

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Ronél D - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Ronél D
With partner

Die boshuisie is net die plek om weer jouself te vind.

Ek en my man het 'n behoefte gehad om net tot stilstand te kom na 'n besige tyd in ons lewens. Om soggens wakker te word met net die voëltjies se "gesels" wat ons ore bereik was helend. Die huisie is baie netjies en daar is als wat jy nodig het wat kombuisware en linne betref. As jou moeg moeg is, is dit die plek om te gaan.

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The forest cottage is just the place to find yourself again.

My husband and I needed to just wind down after a busy time in our lives. Waking up in the morning with only the birds' "chatter" reaching our ears was healing. The house is very tidy and there is everything you need in terms of kitchenware and linen. If your tired tired this is the place to go.

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Jacques G - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jacques G
Family with young children

Fantastiese wegbreek vir ’n paar aande met die gesin. Baie mooi plaas en vriendelike diens.

Ons het die tydjie baie geniet. Die kamers was ruim en baie netjies. Die ervaring is baie rustiek en dit voel sommer of ons op ’n plaas was. Daar is baie diere en ons jong kinders het die perdrit en swembad baie geniet. Indien jy nie van honde hou nie sal ek die Thandile-lodge nie aanbeveel nie. Diere is deel van die aanbieding.

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Fantastic getaway for a few nights with the family. Very nice farm and friendly service.

We really enjoyed the time. The rooms were spacious and very clean. The experience is very rustic and it just feels like we were on a farm. There are many animals and our young children really enjoyed the horse ride and swimming pool. If you don't like dogs I would not recommend the Thandile lodge. Animals are part of the presentation.

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Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Baie dankie vir die mooi verwysing en dit was heerlik om julle te ontmoet. Dankie dat julle positief gereageer het op die 4 honde-gaste wat op kort kennisgewing ook by ons aangesluit het maar jy is heeltemal reg.
Thandile Country is inderdaad 'n plaasgevoel en ons put groot vreugde uit families wat die diere en plaaslewe kan waardeer. Hoop ons sien julle spoedig weer.

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Johan F - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan F
Family with teenagers

Was fantasties gewees!

Dit was wonderlik gewees en baie netjies. Personeel was baie vriendelik en plaas is baie mooi. Perdrit was fantasties gewees.

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Was fantastic!

It was wonderful and very neat. Staff was very friendly and farm is very beautiful. Horse riding was fantastic.

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Wayne H - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Wayne H
Family with teenagers

Vreeslik lekker en rustig gekuier.

’n Heerlike naweek in die bos. Die perdrit was ’n belewenis!

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Very nice and peaceful visit.

A wonderful weekend in the forest. The horse ride was an experience!

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Baie dankie Wayne vir die terugvoer. Ons hoop om julle gou weer te sien.

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Stina B - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Stina B
With partner

Rustyd.

Unieke ervaring in 'n tenthuis. Vriendelike ontvangs. Ongelukkig baie raserige gaste in die huisie agter ons, bestuur het niks gedoen om hulle stil te maak. Riooltenk naby aan ons huisie; onwelriekende geure het gereeld gepla.

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Break time

Unique experience in a tent house. Friendly reception. Unfortunately very noisy guests in the cottage behind us, management did nothing to quiet them down. Sewage tank close to our cottage; malodorous odors frequently bothered.

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Elenore D - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Elenore D
Family with teenagers

Pateties!

Baie teleurstellend. Foto's op webblad is geensins wat jy in werklikheid kry nie. Dis 'n scam. Geen swembad. Alles onder konstruksie? Saterdagaand begin reën en die wind het letterlik deur die plek gewaai.

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Pathetic!

Very disappointing. Photos on web page are by no means what you get in reality. It's a scam. No swimming pool. All under construction? Saturday evening it started to rain and the wind literally blew through the place.

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Anonymous Guest - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with teenagers

Well.

Photos look much better than reality.

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

Ongelooflik rustig en ontspannend.

Baie dankie vir die baie rustige oorslaap. Die perde (en kameelperde) wat op die werf rondloop was vir ons verskriklik mooi en het 'n baie lekker rustige atmosfeer geskep. Die stoep was beslis 'n wenner om net te sit en rus en die diere dop te hou. Dit was vir ons lekker om die honde by ons te hê, omdat ons die Jack Russels gewoond is. Dit was ook vir my lekker om in die berg te gaan rond ry en absolute stilte te ervaar. Baie dankie aan al die vriendelike personeel. Julle is wenners.

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Incredibly quiet and relaxing.

Thank you very much for the very peaceful stay. The horses (and giraffes) walking around the yard were terrific and created a very relaxing atmosphere. The veranda was definitely a winner for us to just sit and rest and watch the animals. It was nice for us to have the dogs with us because we are used to Jack Russels. It was also nice for me to drive around on the mountain and experience absolute silence. Thank you to all the friendly staff. You are winners.

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Baie dankie vir die wonderlike boodskap. Ons as personeel by Thandile Country Lodge waardeer dit regtig.

Ons is ook baie bly dat julle die naweek geniet het hier by ons.

Ons hoop om julle in die toekoms weer te sien.

Groete
Mariska Nel

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

Ongelooflik en baie vriendelike diens.

Ek en my seun het baie lekker gebly en sal graag wil weer gaan kuier.

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Amazing and very friendly service.

My son and I had a great stay and would like to visit again.

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Hi Lauren,
Dit was heerlik om jou te ontmoet en dankie vir al jou emosionele ondersteuning tydens ons perdetragedie. As Gauteng te veel word, onthou, ons is net 90 minute weg van julle. Ek maak vir jou plek!

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Brigette K - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Brigette K
Family with young children

Good.

The place is good for family visits.

Deidre O - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Deidre O
Large group

Heerlike groepwegbreek.

Die kamers en badkamers is pragtig en daar was meer as genoeg spasie vir ons groep van 21. Ons het heerlik geswem en daar is perde waarop die kinder begeleide ritte kon neem. Heerlike koeltebome en braaifasiliteite. Die groot vuur wat in die boma aangesteek word vir die gaste was 'n treffer en ons kon tot laataand buite sit en kuier.

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Lovely group getaway.

The rooms and bathrooms are beautiful and there were more than enough space for our group of 21. We enjoyed swimming and there were horses on which the kids could take guided rides. Wonderful shade trees and barbecue facilities. The big fire that was lit in the boma for the guests was a hit and we could sit outside until late at night.

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

Gemaklik, met al die nodige fasiliteite.

Die diens was baie goed en die fasiliteite voldoende. Ons het ons verblyf baie geniet.

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Comfortable, with all the necessary facilities.

The service was very good and the facilities adequate. We really enjoyed our stay.

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

We liked the owners as people but their management is old fashioned and doesn't fit in with the tourism industry and their customer service sucks... You just have to take it as it comes. You as a guest do not come first.

200m from the road where a layer of dust is moving over the place. 3 days after we washed, the porch was first washed and there were flies and flies which were unpleasant. I was shocked in the shower and when I wanted to bathe, no hot water... I couldn't rest there... They and workers make more noise than guests and there was very undiplomatic work with guests who played music outside and nobody bothered do not have.

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

Disappointing

Thandile Lodge did not meet my expectations at all....confused, disorganized...from staff/staff taking an afternoon nap (in broad daylight!) to staff/staff breastfeeding their child in front of our room! Sorry the people are terribly nice...but "What you see is not what you get!".

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Melikhaya M - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Melikhaya M
With partner

It was amazing.

Our stay at Thandile Country Lodge was amazing. We had a lovely relaxing time.

Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Dear Melikhaya, thank you for your wonderful feedback. It is customers like you that reminds us of why we established Thandile Country Lodge. We hope to see you soon with your extended family and friends. Kind regards Magdel

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Cate N - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cate N
With partner

I really enjoyed, but didn't like the roof window, it's too light. It's disturbing when you take a nap, at least put a blind to close it and open it.

See stars.

Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Thank you Cate. We value the feedback and we've been trying to find a supplier to fit a blind to the skylight for some time without success. I'll prioritise it for the new year to find another solution.

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

The place was awesome.

Everything was great.

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

Dit was awesome.

Ons het 'n wonderlike tyd daar gehad die naweek. Mense was baie vriendelik en sal weer teruggaan.

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It was awesome.

We had a wonderful time over the weekend. The people were very friendly and we will go back again.

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Dankie Annemare, dit was 'n voorreg om julle te leer ken en ons sien daarna om die res van die familie in Desember te ontmoet. Die "River Cottage" word spesiaal vir julle uitgehou.
Magdel

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Gali M - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gali M
With partner

Great place to recharge and relax.

I was very happy with the service and treatment.

Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Thank you very much for your kindness. We hope to see you again in future. Regards Magdel

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Melissa R - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Melissa R
Family with young children

Heerlik!

Baie vriendelike gasheer en -vrou, pragtige uitsig. Ons het lekker gerus.

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Lovely!

Very friendly host couple, lovely view. We were able to relax.

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

Geniet die natuur en rustigheid in gemak.

Ons het die rustigheid van Thandile baie geniet. Daar was geleentheid om te ontspan, die natuur te geniet en ons tafeltennis en "pool" vaardighede op die proef te stel. 'n Hoogtepunt was die perdrit en lekker sit om die kampvuur. Cobus, Magdel en Hunter gaan uit hulle pad om jou verblyf gemaklik te maak. Sal dit aanbeveel vir 'n naweek.

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Enjoy nature and tranquility in comfort.

We really enjoyed the tranquility of Thandile. There was opportunity to relax, enjoy nature and put our table tennis and "pool" skills to the test. A highlight was the horse ride and sitting around the campfire. Cobus, Magdel and Hunter go out of their way to make your stay comfortable. Would recommend for a weekend.

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Marianne N - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Marianne N
Family with young children

Ons dogter was die heeltyd besig met ander kinders. Lekker rus vir ma en pa.

Lekker wegbreek vir 'n naweek om die draai. Sielsrus en vrede. My dogter van 8 jaar het die honde en perdry baie geniet. Daar is baie om te doen vir die kinders. Pa en Ma kan lekker kuier met mekaar vir 'n verandering! Die eienaars was baie vriendelik en gasvry. Die aandetes en ontbyt wat ons bestel het, was heerlik! Ons sal definitief weer gaan kuier in die nabye toekoms!

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Our daughter was busy with other children all the time. Rest well for mom and dad.

Nice break for a weekend around the corner. Peace of mind and peace. My 8 year old daughter really enjoyed the dogs and horse riding. There is a lot to do for the children. Dad and Mom can have fun with each other for a change! The owners were very friendly and hospitable. The dinners and breakfasts we ordered were delicious! We will definitely visit again in the near future!

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Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Baie dankie vir die goeie terugvoer. Ons sien daarna uit dat julle weer saam met julle ouers kom kuier.
Groete,
Cobus & Magdel

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Makhosana S - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Makhosana S
With partner

It’s ideally located close to the main road. It’s easy to reach.

We had an amazing time out. The guest house is very tastefully designed and offers privacy to the guest. The property vast landscape which make it easy to connect and recharge. Horse ridding was the best offer. Their WiFi connection also assist in connecting with outside world.

Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Thank you very much for your kind review. We hope to see more of you in future.

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Pauline D - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Pauline D

Baie rustig en stil, mooi diere en vriendelike mense.

Thandile is 'n wegbreek na 'n stil plaas met perde, vlakvarke, een kameelperd en een zebra, asook eende op die damme. Die mense is baie gaaf en laat mens tuis voel.

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Very peaceful and quiet, beautiful animals and friendly people.

Thandile is a getaway to a quiet farm with horses, warthogs, one giraffe and one zebra, as well as ducks on the ponds. The people are very nice and make you feel at home.

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Baie dankie vir die positiewe terugvoer Pauline. Ons waardeer dit baie. Vir toekomstige verwysing is dit van waarde om te weet dat ons inderdaad 2 kameelperde en n trop zebras het insluited ander wild, hoofsaaklik rooibokke, bosbokke, duikers & koedoes maar dit is Strepies en Kerneels en Mathilda se keuse om op die Lodge perseel te beweeg.

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Britney W - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Britney W
Family with teenagers

Dit was ongelooflik lekker.

Dit was regtig baie lekker en baie mooi en die stilte was so lekker.

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It was unbelievably nice.

It was really nice and very pretty and the peace and quiet was so nice.

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Beste Henicia,

Baie dankie vir die positiewe terugvoer.
Ons hoop om julle weer te sien, veral as die nuwe selfsorg-boskamp oop is vir bespreking.
Vriendelike groete
Magdel Daniel (mede-eienaar)

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Dorcus M - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
1/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Dorcus M
With partner

The Lodge was beautiful and serene quiet. We loved the animals and nature.

The gravel road towards the Lodge would definitely pull your vehicle from alignment. It's just not meant for small vehicles and I wish were notified about it. The gate is a struggle to open and close especially if you are coming and going since there is no one to operate it. The swimming pool situation is an inconvenience since its far from the lodge and in the very hot sun.

Thandile Country Lodge 's response

HI Dorcus, thank you for the feedback. The 4.5 km gravel road does pose a challenge to smaller vehicles but, unfortunately, this is out of our control as it is a national road. The gate motor was out of order as the parts are on order and given that we're not open too day visitors unless those coming for the horse trail, does not justify having a full-time staff member on duty. The swimming pool is a converted farm dam and beautifully restored. The plan is to plant some grass and erect structures for shade in the near future.

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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Beauty M - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Beauty M
Family with young children

It was a tranquil experience.

I would recommend Thandile Country Lodge for the surrounding and if you want peace and quiet away from the city. The animals were a delight. However the road up to the Lodge really needs to be tarred as it is not favourable for small cars. I thought my engine was going to fall out as I was driving to the Lodge. The gate was not working. It would be great if the owners could put a note up to alert guest that the gate does not work and they need to open for themselves. The room was misleading, I booked a room for 2 adults and a child. I was under the assumption that I was going to get a room with a single bed for my daughter but instead she had to sleep on a sleeper couch which was not comfortable. The couch was also not clean the fabric was dirty. The room was very dusty that could be attributed to the surroundings. The breakfast and braai was very expensive. The restaurant is only operational if you tell the owners in advance that you need something. I think it should not be called a restaurant. The other highlights that made up for the above is the bonfire place where you could braai your own meals. The fridge in the little kitchen was a problem as it had a very bad smell and in the Limpopo heat it was not a pleasant smell to deal with.

Stephanus T - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Stephanus T
Individual traveller

Skoon en netjies.

Het die aand in die donker daar aangekom. Naambord nie baie duidelik van groot pad nie en het verby gery.

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Clean and tidy.

Got there that evening in the dark. Signage not very clear from main road and drove past.

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Dankie vir die terugvoer. Ek sal dadelik daaraan aandag gee.

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

Unsatisfactory.

Had trouble getting in and out of premises. Was very hot and we didn't expect air conditioning but they could have provided a fan. The price is also too high and does not relate to luxury.

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Aubrey D - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Aubrey D
With partner

Ongelooflik en baie rustig met besonderse eienaars!

Ons "dorpsjapies" soek altyd na 'n rustige plaas lewe. Thandile bied alles en nog meer. Die skoonheid van natuur, interessante eienaar, vyfster verblyf op die plaas met baie om te doen! Sal enige moegheid genees!

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Incredible and very peaceful with exceptional owners!

Us city mouses always seek a peaceful farm life. Thandile offers everything and more. The beauty of nature, interesting owner, five-star cottage on the farm with lots to do! Will cure any tiredness!

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Gregory L - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gregory L
Family with young children

Very nice place! Quiet and peaceful.

The farm is well located. We were warmly welcomed by Magdel and Cobus. They gave us good advice to enjoy our stay. For our daughters, it was nice to be so close to horses, zebra and giraffes. At night, we had the feeling to be in the middle of nature. Dinner and food is good.

Thandile Country Lodge 's response

Thank you very much for your feedback Gregory. We hope to see you again in future. Kind regards Magdel Daniel

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

Amazingly, beautiful experience.

The Hosts and staff were friendly, quiet and very peaceful place, they made sure we settled in and were available for any requests. The history around the place was one of the things that attracted me the most but I have to say it was a great and beautiful weekend for us, we are definitely going back soon. Nothing beats waking up to the sound of nature.

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

Sielsverkwikkend en ontspannend.

Baie dankie vir 'n wonderlike naweek tannie Magdel en oom Kobus. Alle geriewe was eersteklas, skoon en netjies. Die mense was vriendelik en baie verwelkomend. Ons het elke oomblik van ons naweek geniet.

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Soul invigorating and relaxing.

Thank you very much for a wonderful weekend aunt Magdel and uncle Kobus. All facilities were first class, clean and tidy. The people were friendly and very welcoming. We enjoyed every moment of our weekend.

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Liewe Elaine,

Baie dankie vir die terugvoer en dit was wonderlik om julle hier by ons te onthaal. Ek hoop regtig ons sien julle gou weer.

Vriendelike groete
Magdel

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Angela M - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Angela M
With partner

Excellent place to be when you are into nature and if you want some peace and quiet, away from the busy life of Johannesburg.

The place was breathtaking. Thank you so much to Magdel for the hospitality, you really made our stay perfect. The staff was super friendly and we enjoy horse-riding the most. Waking up to the sound of nature was exactly what we needed. Once again thank you and we'll surely come back soon.

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

It was peaceful and we had a great time relaxing!

We had a great rest and the horse ride is definitely worth it! All complaints we have are three small things that can be easily fixed: 1. The customer service can improve, we waited a long time every morning for someone to help us with breakfast and the first morning we struggled to figure out how it works because no one was there to guide us. The same goes for when we arrived, it created a bit of a mixed feeling and must have stood at the gate for quite a while waiting before someone could open it for us (makes you wonder if you are in the right place). We also do not know the area and wanted to ask about restaurants and activities but no one could help us. 2. We could not see anywhere that there are no map facilities. The sign outside even had the stickers but when we wanted to pay on Sunday, I had to pay quickly. 3. Maybe just warn guests about the dirt road you have to take out of town. It's quite a shock on the wheels, especially since the dirt road was very bad with zinc and stones. But overall, we really enjoyed the stay! And would recommend it to friends and family!

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Karen C - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karen C
With partner

Asemrowend.

Fantastiese lodge. Ons het dit soveel geniet. Magdel en Cobus is vreeslik gasvry, vriendelik en hulpvaardig, so ook die res van die personeel. Die kos is uit die boonste rakke en word met soveel liefde gemaak en bedien. Baie dankie dat julle ons so welkom laat voel het. Sien julle sommer gou weer.

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Breathtaking.

Fantastic lodge. We enjoyed it so much. Magdel and Cobus are very hospitable, friendly and helpful as are the rest of the staff. The food is top notch and made and served with so much love. Thank you, you made us feel very welcome. See you again soon.

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Susan E - Feb 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Susan E
With partner

Het lekke gerus!

Baie stil en rustig, sekuriteit goed, alle personeel aangenaam en behulpsaam. Diens goed en kos uitstekend!

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Have fun!

Very quiet and peaceful, security good, all staff pleasant and helpful. Good service and excellent food!

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Octavia H - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Octavia H
Family with young children

I will never go there again.

The owners are constantly complaining.

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