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The Real Boathouse

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.7 out of 5from 32 reviews for The Real Boathouse
Cleanliness
4.7/5
Service
4.9/5
Location
4.9/5
Safety
4.6/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Tevin M - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tevin M
With partner

Great place to unwind.

It was great to stay on the dam. We caught fish ranging from 6kg to 10.8kg just off the deck, which was a bonus. The only thing I would say is an aircon would have been great as the heat wave was intense. The owners were really pleasant and the place has everything you need.

Susan P - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan P
With partner

Briljant.

Baie lekker gebly, goed gerus in 'n rustige atmosfeer. Die stilte geniet en lekker geslaap.

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Brilliant.

Very nice stay, well rested in a peaceful atmosphere. Enjoyed the silence and slept well.

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Leynne M - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leynne M
Family with teenagers

Wonderlik!

Pragtige plek, puik diens. Alles is mooi en netjies.

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Wonderful!

Beautiful place, great service. Everything is nice and neat.

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

Just stunning!

Lovely and unique place to stay. Close to markets, restaurants and local attractions. Gorgeous views in the mornings and evenings.

J L - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
J L
With friends

Situated directly on the water, which is very calming.

See stars.

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

Would definitely return for another getaway. Home away from home.

It was an amazing stay, it was even more beautiful in real life. The beds are so comfortable, and the hosts are amazing.

Hannes B - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hannes B
With partner

Lekker rustig met alles wat jy nodig het vir 'n naweek se wegbreek.

Uitstekende ligging naby die stad.

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Nice and quiet with everything you need for a weekend getaway.

Excellent location close to the city.

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Nerina G - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nerina G
With partner

Lekker op die water verblyf.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Oulike plekkie, netjies skoon en veilig! En het als wat mens nodig het beskikbaar. Sal definitief aanbeveel!

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Nice stay on the water.

We had a very nice stay. Cute place, neat, clean and safe! And has everything you need available. Would definitely recommend!

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Tracey-ann J - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tracey-ann J
Family with teenagers

Absolutely amazing, very friendly people with beautiful views.

The views were spectacular, 10 out of 10 would recommend.

The Real Boathouse 's response

Thank you for your great review Tracey-ann, really pleased you had such a good stay. Welcome back anytime!

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

Baie lekker en rustig.

Ja, dit is 'n pragtige plek en stil, wat vir ons die belangrikste was.

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Very nice and peaceful.

Yes, it is a beautiful place and quiet, which was most important for us.

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Nadia M - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Nadia M
With friends

I had an absolutely fantastic experience! Without a doubt, I'll be returning.

I had an absolutely fantastic experience at the Real Boathouse! Without a doubt, I'll be returning. The view was breathtaking, and the ability to catch a fish right off our patio added an extra thrill to our stay.

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Thanks for the great review, Nadia. Hope to see you again soon!

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Jan K - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jan K
With partner

Very relaxing.

Stay was pleasant and will be back in the summer.

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

Rus in tevredenheid.

Inderdaad. Die doel van die kuier was primêr om te rus. Dit was meer as voldoende verwesenlik en die gasvryheid en gehalte van die fasiliteit het dit 'n geleentheid vir onthou gemaak.

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Rest in contentment.

Indeed. The purpose of the visit was primarily to rest. This was more than adequately realized and the hospitality and quality of the facility made it an event to remember.

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Nicolene K - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicolene K
With partner

N heerlike wegbreuk naby genoeg aan enige aktiwiteit maar ook afgesonder genoeg.

Dit was so n lekker verrasing om daai deur oop te maak en daar in te stap met n ongelooflike uitsig. Berge wat water ontmoet. Dekor was pragtig. Alle geriewe beskikbaar. Sal beslis weer gaan.

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A lovely getaway close enough to any activity but also secluded enough.

It was such a nice surprise to open that door and walk in with an incredible view. Mountains meeting water. Decor was beautiful. All amenities available. Will definitely go again.

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Thank you so much for such a great review, Nicolene. You are, of course, welcome back anytime!

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

Die mooiste uitsig as jy wakker word en die berge sien.

Dit is die perfekte plek om te herlaai en weer reg te wees vir die besige lewe. Ongelooflike mooi uitsig en jy kan vir ure net buite sit en ontspan. Ons het sommer ook 'n nuwe stokperdjie begin met visvang en sal so gou moontlik weer 'n bespreking maak.

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The most beautiful view when you wake up and see the mountains.

It is the perfect place to recharge and get ready for the busy life. Unbelievably beautiful view and you can just sit outside and relax for hours. We just also started a new hobby with fishing and will make another reservation as soon as possible.

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The Real Boathouse 's response

Hi Natasja, of course, you are welcome back anytime and thanks for the great review and pictures, the fish was awesome!

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Jason O - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jason O
With friends

5 ster al die pad!

Als was great! Baie mooi plek! Sal definitief die plekkie aanbeveel!

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5 ster al die pad!

Als was great! Very nice place! Would definitely recommend the place!

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Lyn J - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lyn J
With friends

We had such a wonderful weekend.

The place is beautiful, spacious and so peaceful. Attention was paid to the finer details, for example dishwashing liquid, cloths, towels, tea, coffee, etc. I would highly recommend it for a little getaway. I will be back. Absolutely wonderful weekend destination.

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

Goeie moderne verblyf.

Ons het dit baie geniet.

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Good modern accommodation.

We enjoyed it very much.

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Wayne G - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wayne G
Family with teenagers

Awesome, extremely helpful and amazing, helpful and friendly owners.

We had a lovely time.

The Real Boathouse 's response

Thank you for your positive review, we are glad you enjoyed your stay.

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Karen V - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karen V
Large group

Absoluut fantasties.

Waarde vir geld. Netjies. Natuur om jou. Rustig. Veilig.

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Absolutely fantastic.

Value for money. Tidy. Nature around you. Restful. Safe.

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Mareta S - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Mareta S
Family with teenagers

Die mooiste uitsig, en 'n wonderlike plek.

Baie behulpsaam en vriendelik en goeie diens. Baie naby aan verskillende aktiwiteite en restaurante. Die uitsig is asemrowend en verruklik mooi.

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The most beautiful view, and a wonderful place.

Very helpful and friendly and good service. Very close to different activities and restaurants. The view is breathtaking and delightfully beautiful.

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The Real Boathouse 's response

Dear Mareta,
Thank you for reviewing your stay. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay.

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Graham N - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Graham N

Pleasant.

Very comfortable accommodation with an amazing view of the dam.

The Real Boathouse 's response

Hi Graham, thanks for the great review. Please let us know next time if you have Wi-Fi issues, sometimes it just needs to be restarted. Regards.

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Madre D - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Madre D
Family with teenagers

Rustige wegbreek uit die stad se gejaag.

Ons het 'n wonderlike naweek gehad. Larry en Daniela het seker gemaak dat ons goed ingelig was en het ons selfs van die beurtkrag skedule voorsien met ons aankoms. Die brosjure het ook baie gehelp. Dis 'n pragtige huis en het als gehad wat ons nodig gehad het. Die ligging is ideaal as jy rus en vrede soek. Die "French press" koffie is 'n bonus en die stort is "amazing". Ek beveel beslis "The Real Boathouse" aan vir enigeen wat rus, vrede en eenvoudigheid soek sonder om alledaagse luukshede prys te gee.

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Peaceful getaway from the city's hustle and bustle.

We had a wonderful weekend. Larry and Daniela made sure we were well informed and even provided us with the load shedding schedule upon our arrival. The brochure also helped a lot. It's a beautiful house and had everything we needed. The location is ideal if you are looking for peace and quiet. The "French press" coffee is a bonus and the shower is "amazing". I definitely recommend "The Real Boathouse" to anyone looking for rest, peace and simplicity without giving up everyday luxuries.

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Christie R - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
5/5
Christie R
Large group

Die uitsig is fantasties en jy ontspan vir seker.

Dit is 'n lieflike plek om te ontspan. Die gasheer en gasvrou is fantasties en baie behulpsaam. Hulle diens is puik. Ons sal vir seker die plek vir enige iemand aanbeveel.

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The view is fantastic and you relax for sure.

It is a lovely place to relax. The host and hostess are fantastic and very helpful. Their service is great. We would definitely recommend the place to anyone.

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The Real Boathouse 's response

Thank you for your review, Christie. We really appreciate your positive comments. Hope to see you again!

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Florence M - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Florence M
With friends

The view is amazing.

The place is peaceful, a space of serenity and tranquility. The Wi-Fi connection was an issue, it didn't connect the way through our stay.

Daniel E - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Daniel E
With friends

Was very nice, peaceful and awesome view.

Was an awesome stay, loved it.

The Real Boathouse 's response

Hi Daniel, thank you for your review. Your feedback means a lot to us. We hope to see you again sometime.

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Adele L - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Adele L
With partner

Lekker kuier reg op die dam.

Die huis is modern en goed ingerig met die stoep wat reg op die dam sit. Heerlik en rustig, lekker om in die area te stap. Ons het heerlik gekuier en ontspan.

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Nice visit right on the dam.

The house is modern and well appointed with the porch sitting right on the pond. Lovely and peaceful, nice to walk in the area. We had a great time and relaxed.

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Danke vir jou terugvoer Adele. Ons hoop om julle weer te sien.

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Dries V - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Dries V

Baie lekker gebly.

Mooi plek, maar parkeerplek effense probleem.

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Very nice stay.

Nice place, but parking slight problem.

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Thank you for your positive review. We have plenty of extra parking; please ask if you need to know where to park.

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Andre H - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
3/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Andre H
Family with teenagers

Geen onderdakparkeerplek of agter hekke nie, ek moes De Beers Boathouse vra dat ek my bikes in sy erf kan parkeer vir veiligheid.

Van buite af lyk dit soos 'n garage, die deur kan nie eers ordentlik sluit nie, sal nooit weer daar bly nie.

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No covered parking or behind gates, I had to ask De Beers Boathouse to park my bikes in its yard for safety.

From the outside it looks like a garage, the door can't even close properly, will never stay there again.

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The Real Boathouse 's response

Hi Andre, I am sorry the garage was an issue. Had you asked me, you could have put your bicycles and car in our secure garage, just behind the boathouse.

The style of the boathouse including the boathouse door are clearly shown on the pictures, which is part of the charm for most of our guests. Kind regards Larry & Daniela

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Thelma S - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Thelma S
With friends

Amazing.

The place is breathtaking: from the views and the furniture to the cleanliness. Loved the fact that you have the house to yourself with your private pool. The only improvement can be done on the road within the complex because it doesn't look maintained at all.

The Real Boathouse 's response

Hi Thelma,

Thank you for the great review, so glad you had a good time.
The road is awful,
I agree!
Technically, Kosmos roads are maintained by Madibeng Municipality but they don't come often enough, so the residents association repairs the road when they can, but funds are limited.
Thanks again for the review,

Larry

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Rene P - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rene P
Family with teenagers

Heerlike familietyd.

Ons verblyf was asemrowend. Ons het die markte geniet. Sal enige tyd weer soontoe gaan.

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Great family time.

Our stay was breathtaking. We enjoyed the markets. Would go there again anytime.

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So glad you enjoyed your stay, welcome back anytime!

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Dewald S - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Dewald S
With friends

Baie lekker plek vir 'n wegbreek en goeie ontspan.

Sunlounger of twee sal 'n groot pluspunt wees.

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Very nice place for a break and good relaxation.

Sunlounger or two would be a big plus.

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  • Capacity: 4 people
  • No children under 8
  • Check-in: 15:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 11:00
  • Address: 206 Simon Bekker Avenue, Kosmos, 0261, North West
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