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The Berries

Self Catering

Review Summary

3.8 out of 5from 20 reviews for The Berries
Cleanliness
4.0/5
Service
3.9/5
Location
4.1/5
Safety
4.0/5
Value for money
3.0/5
Samantha F - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Samantha F
With friends

An open, airy piece of bliss.

The Berries has a homely feel and is perfect for two couples with or without kids. It is quaint and well equipped.

The Berries 's response

Great to hear that you enjoyed your time at The Berries. We hope to see you again.

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Nikki G - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Nikki G
With friends

Restful and peaceful.

Great spot for rest, nice and relaxing. Appreciated the quiet.

The Berries 's response

Glad to hear that you enjoyed a restful stay.

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

Knus huise met 'n pragtige tuin, naby aan die see.

Berries het 'n pragtige inheemse tuin wat dit laat voel of mens ver weg van die beskawing is. Daar is groot onderdakparkeerplek vir die motor wat beskutting bied teen son en reën. Ons honde was saam, die trappe maak dit bietjie moeilik vir hulle, maar hulle het gou gewoond geraak daaraan. Die yskas het nie gewerk nie en warm lug ingeblaas, dus moes ons kos weggooi, daar is egter genoeg restaurante in die omgewing. Daar is nie 'n mikrogolfoond nie, maar wel 'n stoof en braaiplek.

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Cozy houses with a beautiful garden, close to the sea.

Berries has a beautiful native garden that makes you feel like you are far away from civilization. There is a large covered parking space for the car which offers shelter from sun and rain. Our dogs were together, the stairs make it a bit difficult for them, but they soon got used to it. The fridge didn't work and blew hot air in, so we had to throw food away, however there are plenty of restaurants in the area. There is no microwave oven, but there is a stove and barbecue area.

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The Berries 's response

Thank you for the review. Glad to hear you appreciated all that The Brries has to offer.
We have since replaced the Fridge, and included a Microwave.

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

Perfek vir 'n iemand wat daarvan hou om naby die natuur te wees.

Baie goeie ligging by die see met mooi sonsondergang en gedeeltelike see-uitsig. Mooi tuin en baie gerieflik.

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Perfect for someone who likes to be close to nature.

Very good location by the sea with beautiful sunset and partial sea view. Nice garden and very comfortable.

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Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at The Berries.

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Anonymous Guest - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Was nice.

We had a nice stay. The mosquitoes were just bad and had to clean the braai aria of braai wood bags that were left.

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Anonymous Guest - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends
Ross M - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ross M
With friends

Awesome weekend.

Relaxed, good location.

The Berries 's response

I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime.

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Anna-marié M - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Anna-marié M
Family with teenagers

Lieflike huis. Heerlike gesinstyd gehad.

Alles wat nodig is is in die huis. Slegs buitebraai, maar was goed, want ons het lieflike aande gehad.

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Lovely house. Had a great family time.

Everything needed is in the house. Outdoor barbecue only, but was fine as we had lovely evenings.

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I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay.

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

Heerlike, rustige naweek.

Die huis het 'n lekker gevoel, met genoeg spasie. Heerlike stort! Dink die tuin is wel bietjie verwaarloos.

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Lovely, peaceful weekend.

The house has a nice feel, with enough space. Lovely shower! Think the garden is a bit neglected.

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The Berries 's response

I am glad to hear that you enjoyed The Berries.
The garden is a continual work in progress. We have recently planted 12 new trees. We will, however, be keeping it waterwise, indigenous and wild, in keeping with the natural surrounds.

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Lise K - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Lise K
Family with teenagers

Gemaklike huis.

Mens ontspan lekker by die huis. Geen TV is 'n bonus. Die huis is baie naby aan die strand. Dit is 'n baie gemaklike huis.

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Comfortable home.

One relaxes at home. No TV is a bonus. The house is very close to the beach. It is a very comfortable house.

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We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at The Berries.

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Marilie T - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Marilie T
Family with young children

Rustieke surfer shack, maklike toegang tot die strand, geen see-uitsig.

Goed ingerigte akkommodasie. Baie skoon en netjies gevind. Ons was baie jammer vir die eienaar, wie se see-uitsig heeltemal gesteel is deur miljoenêr-super-wonings.

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Rustic surfer shack, easy beach access, no ocean view.

Well appointed accommodation. Found very clean and tidy. We felt very sorry for the owner, whose sea view was completely stolen by millionaire super residences.

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Jj V - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Jj V
Family with teenagers

Die eenheid bied basiese dienste. Daar is geen luukshede in die eenheid nie. Meer bedoel vir 'n groep mense wat heeldag surf of duik en net 'n basiese plek nodig het om te slaap.

Die beddens het definitief nuwe matrasse nodig en daar is geen uitsig op die see nie. Jy is wel loopafstand van die see. Ongelukkig is daar 'n ander eenheid wat jou sig van die see versper. Daar is ook eenhede wat gebou word (einde van 2021). Ek dink net dit is belangrik om te weet waarvoor jy betaal. Persoonlik is die eenheid te duur geprys vir wat daar beskikbaar is.

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The unit offers basic services. There are no luxuries in the unit. More intended for a group of people who surf or dive all day and just need a basic place to sleep.

The beds definitely need new mattresses and there is no view of the sea. You are walking distance from the sea. Unfortunately there is another unit blocking your view of the sea. There are also units under construction (end of 2021). I just think it's important to know what you're paying for. Personally, the unit is overpriced for what is available.

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Janet H - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Janet H
With friends

It's a lovely location, but house is very overpriced and quite primitive and surrounded by big houses.

The marketing gives a false impression. It looks like the house is quite nice and large and away from other houses and situated in a rustic environment. In reality, the house is a run-down, almost shack-like place. It is very small, and surrounded by large double storeys close on 3 sides. When you get there your jaw drops as you can't believe it's the same place as in the main picture. If it was half the price and one knew more realistically what it was like it would be okay, as there were some positives. We were allowed to take our dogs which was a huge positive. The other houses are so close that we had to listen to the neighbour's long cell phone conversation about 30 meters away while braai-ing at the boma, and loud partying on the Saturday night. The house is close to the railway line (about 10 meters and noisy trains come by about every 3 to 4 hours, around the clock. The location is good though in the sense that it is close to the beach and in a very scenic area. The house is not suitable for 8 people. There isn't even seating for 8 people, and for e.g. 3 wine glasses, and certainly not enough hot water, which seems to be on a timer. Positive? Great books in bookcase, and lovely indigenous garden and braai area. There are 2 small rooms with double beds, that would be a bit cramped for 2 couples, and then 4 single beds only really suitable for small kids or very casual teenagers, in a sort of curtained off area in open-plan lounge come dining section. Thus overall suitable for small family with small kids, who want to mainly do beach stuff or day trips, that don't care so much about privacy or noise, or mod cons or fancy furnishings and don't care about having comfy seating for all at once ... and if the price were halved.

The Berries 's response

Hi Janet,
I am sorry to hear that The Berries did not meet with your expectations. The house is a rustic beach house, built entirely from upcycled materials. This lends to the relaxed holiday atmosphere so enjoyed by our Guests. If you view all of the pics on the Travelground listing, you would find the home accurately depicted as is, including the recently built neighbouring houses. Furthermore, I have included an architectural plan of the house, which clearly illustrates the layout and size of the home.
I am glad to hear that you enjoyed the scenic location, proximity to the beach, indigenous garden and outdoor boma. All of our efforts with tree planting will soon serve to reclaim the privacy enjoyed freely, before we had any neighbouring houses.
In response to some of your further comments...
The railway line passes through a tunnel in the mountain escarpment, 200m from the house.
The Dining table in the Farmstyle Kitchen comfortably suits 8 Guests.
Ample crockery, cutlery and cookware provided. Including 8 wine glasses.
200 litre geyser, with no timer. I have yet to hear from anyone regarding a shortage of hotwater.
I agree that The Berries is better suited to Guests looking for a relaxed, rustic beach / mountain experience, than those after mod cons or fancy furnishings.

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Steyn B - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Steyn B
Family with teenagers

Disappointing stay in a dilapidated timber hut.

For some reason the description on the website fails to state that the "house" is rustic? One side of the sink balances on the washing machine! We had to DIY our own curtain for the window above the toilet facing the street. No cupboard hanging space for clothes. Without any chairs or shade on the deck/patio, one cannot use the outside area. There is no fireplace or braai, only a small firepit in the far corner of the plot with no braai equipment, unless one counts the rusted folding braai grid with no stand. Note that there is one bathroom/toilet (without a lock) and seating space in the lounge for 5 people only. Generally old and unacceptable facilities.

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

Absolutely amazing.

The Berries provides the perfect authentic beach cabin holiday. Rustic, with all essential facilities, we had the most comfortable and enjoyable time there. A short walk from the beach meant it was easy to hop down for a swim any time. The lovely pit braai area outside meant we could lovely views of the sunset while braaiing.

The Berries 's response

Hi Lynne, I am so glad to hear how you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to you coming again.

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Joy M - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Joy M
Family with young children

Charming homely cabin. Unfortunate about the big developments right next door.

A really lovely rustic and homely cabin. Pots and pans need replacing and in need of some wine glasses. It really is wonderfully located but unfortunately the housing developments next door take away a lot of what I once imagine was pure charm.

The Berries 's response

Hi Joy,

Thank you for the valued feedback.

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Johan K - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan K
Family with young children

Wonderlike uitsig op die baai, omring deur die natuur met fynbos en besondere voëlsoorte, wat mens heerlik kan geniet in 'n ruim huis en tuin met strand net oor die pragtige duine!

Elandsbaai is die ideale plek vir enige natuurliefhebber, en enige een wat rus en vrede soek. Die Berries is geleë in 'n natuurreservaat waar ons baie opgewonde geraak het oor die fynbos en rare voëlsoorte. Pragtige uitsig op die baai en mooi skulpe om op te tel. The Berries is 'n ruim, huislike plek wat goed toegerus is vir iedereen se behoeftes. Ons het op die rotse gestap in laagwater, in die golwe gespeel of net gesit en kyk na die surfers in die reuse branders. As jy ooit Weskus toe gaan, wil jy nie Elandsbaai mis nie, en The Berries is die ideale blyplek om dit alles in te neem.

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Wonderful view of the bay, surrounded by nature with fynbos and special bird species, which one can enjoy in a spacious house and garden with a beach just over the beautiful dunes!

Elands Bay is the ideal place for any nature lover, and anyone looking for peace and quiet. The Berries is located in a nature reserve where we got very excited about the fynbos and rare bird species. Beautiful view of the bay and nice shells to pick up. The Berries is a spacious, homely place that is well equipped for everyone's needs. We walked on the rocks at low tide, played in the waves or just sat and watched the surfers in the giant waves. If you ever go to the West Coast, you don't want to miss Elands Bay, and The Berries is the ideal place to stay to take it all in.

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The Berries 's response

It is wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed your stay and the beauty of the location and surroundings. Please come again!

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Marie D - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Marie D
Family with teenagers

Quintessential beach cottage.

We loved the simplicity and the setting of The Berries! And we received very good service from the owner.

The Berries 's response

I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time at The Berries, and that you appreciated the service provided.
We hope that you will come and stay again!

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Rene B - Aug 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Rene B
With friends

Glad nie waarde vir geld nie.

Alhoewel ons heerlik met vriende gekuier het en Elandsbaai as 'n regte juweel ervaar het, was ons erg teleurgesteld in The Berries. Om 'n paar goed te noem: Die foto's is jare oud. Nou lyk die huisie baie verwaarloos en afgeleef. Mens moet jou eie beddegoed bring en die beddens en matrasse wat daar is, is al so paar jaar oud. Dis nie gewoonlik vir ons 'n probleem om ons eie beddegoed te vat nie, maar as mens betaal wat The Berries vra, verwag mens tenminste beddegoed. Die huis kan 8 mense akkommodeer maar daar is net 5 stoele om buite op te sit. Die ergste was egter die toestand van die borde en breekware. Ek het lanklaas borde en koppies gekry wat so getjip is. Skokkend en grillerig. Die pan waarin mens eiers moes bak, was goor en vol hobbels en die kleefvrye gedeelte was lankal nie meer daar nie. Daar was net 1 ordentlike wynglas. Ons moes op die ou end by die hotel en restaurant glase gaan koop sodat ons net almal wynglase kan hê. Die het ons nou maar vir The Berries geskenk. Glad nie waarde vir geld nie en ons sal dit glad nie aanbeveel nie tensy jy daarvan hou om so tussen die tjips koffie te drink nie.

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Not value for money at all.

Although we had a great time with friends and experienced Elands Bay as a real gem, we were sorely disappointed in The Berries. To mention a few things: The photos are years old. Now the house looks very neglected and worn out. You have to bring your own bedding and the beds and mattresses that are there are already several years old. It's not usually a problem for us to take our own bedding, but if you pay what The Berries charge, you at least expect bedding. The house can accommodate 8 people but there are only 5 chairs to sit on outside. However, the worst was the condition of the plates and crockery. I haven't found plates and cups that are so chipped. Shocking and creepy. The pan in which one had to bake eggs was dirty and full of bumps and the non-stick part was no longer there. There was only 1 decent wine glass. In the end we had to buy glasses from the hotel and restaurant so that we could all have wine glasses. We just donated them to The Berries. Not value for money at all and we wouldn't recommend it at all unless you like to drink coffee like that between the chips.

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The Berries 's response

I would like to convey my apologies for the condition of the crockery at The Berries. It has been some time since I last had the opportunity to visit the house, and was unaware of the current state of the crockery. I will be replacing chipped items as soon as possible. Thank you for bringing this point to my attention.

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Janine B - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Janine B
Family with young children

Ons was teleurgesteld.

Die huis self is nie sleg nie al is dit 'n bietjie verwaarloos. Die matrasse is aan die ou kant en was regtig baie ongemaklik. Die breekware is in 'n toestand en het beter dae geken. Geen mikrogolfoond. Daar is nie genoeg pakplek nie, bv. die vrieshokkie van die yskas was nie skoon. Die braaiplek is in die oopte. En was baie ongerieflik. Die fotos is misleidend en seker 'n paar jaar gelede geneem. Mens kry nie waarvoor jy betaal.

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We were disappointed.

The house itself is not bad if a bit neglected. The mattresses are on the old side and were really very uncomfortable. The crockery is in condition and has seen better days. No microwave oven. There is not enough storage space, e.g. the freezer compartment of the fridge was not clean. The braai place is in the open. And was very inconvenient. The photos are misleading and must have been taken a few years ago. You don't get what you pay for.

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The Berries 's response

I can confirm that the house was thoroughly clean. There is no microwave, this is stated on the website. Further, the braai place is an open fire pit in the garden, as stated on the website. All photos show the house as is, in it's current state. We are in the process of painting the outside. Apologies for the state of the crockery, we will replace chipped items as soon as possible

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  • Capacity: 8 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 8 Snoek Street, Elands Bay, 8110, Western Cape
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