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Waterford Holiday Home

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.2 out of 5from 24 reviews for Waterford Holiday Home
Cleanliness
3.8/5
Service
4.1/5
Location
4.9/5
Safety
4.5/5
Value for money
3.6/5
Marga C - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marga C
With friends

Delightful little spot.

We had the best time in this lovely home. Our second time booking here. Fishing was such a joy as the river is right in front of us. Highly recommended. Will definitely be back.

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

Wonderful location and fantastic view.

Not much to do in the town itself if fishing or swimming is not an option. The house itself is very basic, but comfortable and clean. Hot water is not always available, so we planned our showers carefully. All said in summary above.

Amanda S - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Amanda S
With partner

Our stay was enjoyable.

It is a rustic cottage with a beautiful view.

Yolandie M - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Yolandie M
With friends

Kuier saam met ouers.

Daar was 'n paar hoekies wat skoonmaak kort en die onderste badkamer is baie knapper as wat ons verwag het. Die uitsig en rustigheid was perfek vir 'n lekker wegbreek.

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Visit with parents.

There were a few corners that needed cleaning and the downstairs bathroom is much nicer than we expected. The view and tranquility were perfect for a nice break.

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Lisa M - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Lisa M
With partner

The view was lovely.

Felt like we were staying at an old school holiday house. Nothing fancy, but everything you need. Simple yet effective. A great view. Dog friendly and quite private. Better suited to summertime but indoor fireplace made it cosy.

Walter K - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Walter K
With partner

We had a lovely stay because we chose to make it so. The accommodation other than the location wasn't great.

The positioning of Waterford is its saving grace which is a pity as I believe it could be one of the best self-catering units out there if some care and much due maintenance was carried out. Some niceties that are present at other places were missing. Spare toilet paper other than just what's on the holder. Candles and holders for loadshedding. A flashlight. Salt and pepper basics. A watering can to catch water while waiting for the water to get hot. A lot of fuss is made about recycling, but the little things were missing. Soap in the showers. The towels were small and very old. The main bed's mattress is completely finished and the bed frame is loose and flimsy. Both my partner and I are in need of a chiropractor after spending 3 very uncomfortable nights in it. The whole place was dusty and we were disappointed in the overall cleanliness of the apartment on arrival. The TV is mounted in a very non-user-friendly place that we both found baffling. The outside plastic chairs were broken. The cement outside bench is broken. The portable braai needs a base and grid. It's sad that such a lovely place with so much potential has been left to run down so badly. A good cleanup and maintenance plan should be undertaken before renting it out again.

Waterford Holiday Home 's response

Good day Walter,
Many thanks for taking the time to review your stay in Witsand. We are delighted that you enjoyed the views of the Breede river.
We manage ten holiday homes in Witsand, they are all self-catering which means we supply the initial consumables. This is standard practice with all self-catering accommodation. We also supply several load shedding light bulbs in the house, a gas hob and a soon-to-be-fitted battery pack for WiFi.
There are liquid soap dispensers in all bathrooms.
We try hard to practice sustainable tourism practices which is why we ask all our guests to please recycle.
We are not sure why you found the bed uncomfortable as a new mattress was invested in less than a year ago. However, we will look into it and most likely remove the current base.
A new smart TV was also invested in, this is located in the living room near the fireplace. We have not had any complaints before about where it is placed but will have a look at that and modify if necessary.
During Witsand’s high season it is very difficult to get time to do maintenance jobs as Waterford is just about booked the whole time - mostly by returning guests who love this charming , simple , private and budget rate cottage. However, it is just about end of season now and we will have the time to address all the complaints you have made. The couch in the lounge will also be upgraded shortly.
Plus a deep clean has been scheduled for next week.

Waterford Holiday Home
Antoinette L - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Antoinette L
With friends

Verblyf was amazing!

Ek kan Waterford sterk aanbeveel. Wonderlike ligging vir vissermanne by gewilde jetty en naby restaurant as jy nie lus het om kos te maak, stapafstand van gewilde markie.

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Stay was amazing!

I can highly recommend Waterford. Great location for fishermen at popular jetty and close to restaurant if you don't feel like cooking, walking distance to popular market.

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Angelique S - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Angelique S
With partner

Dit is heerlik vir 2 mense gewees.

Sou net graag meer as 1 handdoek elk vir 7 dae wou hê. 1 per persoon was ver te min. Ons as sal enige tyd teruggaan. Ek is besig om van 'n rugoperasie te herstel en kon lekker in die sitkamer op die bank le en oor die rivier uitkyk wat my ook ten minste 'n vakansie gevoel gegee het.

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It was delicious for 2 people.

Would just like more than 1 towel each for 7 days. 1 per person was far too little. Our ashes will go back anytime. I'm recovering from back surgery and was able to lie on the couch in the living room and look out over the river, which at least gave me a vacation feeling.

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Herman K - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Herman K
With partner

Unbelievable location.

Well equipped holiday home with unbelievable views of Breeder river, although it is a well lived in, unit is clean and has all the amenities one requires on holiday, stairs to upstairs room not suited for elderly guests.

Elizabeth Y - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Elizabeth Y
With partner

Two nights at Waterford Holiday Home.

Waterford Holiday Home is a cottage that has tremendous potential, however, is in a serious state of neglect and disrepair. This was the first time that we had booked accommodation through LekkeSlaap where we had to pay an additional cleaning fee of R350. This was also the first time that we were expected to bring our own bath towels. We were provided with two hand towels, though.

Waterford Holiday Home 's response

Good day Elizabeth,
Many thanks for taking the time to review your stay at Waterford holiday home. We are delighted that you enjoyed the fabulous view over the Breede River and the safe, quiet village of Witsand.
The cleaning fee has to be charged separately from the rate as we are agents of several self-catering holiday homes in Witsand and work on commission payments from the income for the owners of the houses.
We are unsure why you felt you did not receive value for money. Perhaps you would be kind enough to let us know what more you expected for R830 per night for 2 people, besides a 2-bedroomed, 2-bathroomed, lovely winter fireplace, self-catering free-standing holiday home with Wi-Fi, bedding, and a braai grid provided.
We now supply towels to all our accommodations, we removed them only during the Covid crisis, as people were preferring to bring their own.
Waterford is not listed as a luxury establishment but as a simple river cottage. Many of our guests return to this cottage as they enjoy its cheap rate and great location.
We hope you return to Witsand again and if so, please ask us about the more luxurious accommodation we manage but expect to pay more for it than you did for Waterford.
Kind regards,
Helen


Waterford Holiday Home
Danie S - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Danie S
With partner

Die ligging is goed en het 'n goeie uitsig oor die rivier, maar die plek is vuil en onversorg. Nie waarde vir geld nie.

1. Messegoed en breekgoed was vuil en ons moes dit eers was om te kan gebruik. Ook baie oud. 2. Algemene onderhoud van die plek is baie swak en kort dringend aandag. 3. Die meubels is stokoud en swak. 4. Die plek was nie skoon toe ons daar opdaag nie. 'n Mens kry die indruk dat daar nie behoorlike toesig oor die skoonmaakproses is nie. Vloere en die matte is vuil gewees. 5. Van die foto's is misleidend - veral oor die meubels in die woonkamer.

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The location is good and has a good view of the river, but the place is dirty and unkempt. Not value for money.

1. Cutlery and cutlery were dirty and we had to wash them first to be able to use them. Also very old. 2. General maintenance of the place is very poor and needs urgent attention. 3. The furniture is very old and poor. 4. The place was not clean when we got there. One gets the impression that there is no proper supervision of the cleaning process. Floors and the carpets were dirty. 5. Some of the photos are misleading - especially about the furniture in the living room.

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Waterford Holiday Home 's response

Good day Danie. Many thanks for taking the time to review your stay. It was a shame the weather was unpleasant during the two days you stayed in Witsand. If you had informed us that you were unhappy with the accommodation, we would of gladly moved you to another unit for the duration of your stay. We have noted all your comments. We have already replaced the old cutlery with a new set. We have also requested a quote for new kitchen cupboards to be fitted and the owner of the house has agreed to this. The house is scheduled for a deep clean this coming week. Whilst we know that the furniture is not the latest 'fashion', it is comfortable and practical for a holiday home that we describe as simple and basic. We do mange many holiday homes in Witsand and some are more luxurious than others. This way guests on a budget can afford the cheaper options. Waterford is the cheapest house on our portfolio and it does attract many returning guests who like the private location, river views and affordable rate.
The photographs are all up to date.

Waterford Holiday Home
Deon B - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Deon B
With partner

Pragtige plek.

Sal definitief weer kom na dieselfde plek. Sal definitief Waterford aanbeveel.

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Beautiful place.

Will definitely come again to the same place. Would definitely recommend Waterford.

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Gavin B - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gavin B
With friends

Was bitter lekker en ontspannend!

Dit is pragtig by die water en 'n heerlike plek.

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Was very nice and relaxing!

It is beautiful by the water and a lovely place.

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Bernice D - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bernice D
With partner

Fantastic place and wonderful view.

The stay was fantastic, just the stairs were a killer. So if you are young, then a yes.

Juan C - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Juan C
With partner

Rustig, netjies, privaat, goed toergerus.

Netjiese akkommodasie met 'n baie mooi uitsig. Dit is baie goed toegerus. Diens was baie vriendelik gewees.

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Quiet, tidy, private, well equipped.

Neat accommodation with a very nice view. It is very well equipped. Service was very friendly.

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Marius K - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Marius K
With partner

Ongelooflike uitsig en heerlik ontspan. Goed toegerus met als wat nodig is.

Ons sal definitief weer hier wil kuier. Huis het uitsig op die rivier en is letterlik net oorkant die pad daarvan. Hoofslaapkamer het ook uitsig op die rivier met 'n patio voor en agter. Die elektriese kombers was groot aanwins in die koue winter asook die kaggel in leefarea. Met ons aankoms was daar geen krag a.g.v. onverwagse onderbreking, bo verwagting was daar gelukkig 2 ligte wat ongeag kragonderbreking wel werk.

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Incredible view and great relaxation. Well equipped with everything needed.

We will definitely want to visit here again. House has a view of the river and is literally just across the road from it. Master bedroom also has views of the river with a front and rear patio. The electric blanket was a great asset in the cold winter as was the fireplace in the living area. When we arrived there was no power due to unexpected outage, luckily there were 2 lights that worked despite the power outage.

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Charlaine V - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Charlaine V
With partner

Dit het ingereën en is baie koud binne-in huisie. As jy die vuur aansteek is die hele huisie vol rook. Ons het al by baie plekke gebly, maar sal nie dié een aanbeveel in die winter nie.

Dit was baie koud binne. Al was daar 'n warm kombers op die bed het die beddegoed bo-op nat gevoel. Vir die geld wat ons betaal het is ons baie teleurgesteld.

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It has rained and it is very cold inside the house. When you light the fire the whole house is full of smoke. We have stayed at many places but would not recommend this one in the winter.

It was very cold inside. Even though there was a warm blanket on the bed, the bedding on top felt wet. For the money we paid we are very disappointed.

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Lena B - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lena B
With partner

It was peaceful and relaxing.

We loved our stay at Waterford. I would however advise that it should be stated it's not suitable for elderly people. We were thinking of taking our parents and glad we didn't as the couch sits/sinks way too low and the stairs up to main bedroom are not for old people. The rest was magic!

Marga C - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marga C
With friends

Perfect place for friends and family! Loved it!

The location was picture perfect and a fisherman's dream! Loved every minute.

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

Rustig met uitsig!

Heerlike plek met genoeg ruimte en goeie uitsig!! Binnebraai 'n aanwins omdat die weer Saterdag nat en koud was. Volop voëltjies ook daar.

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Quiet with a view!

Lovely place with enough space and good view!! Indoor braai an asset as the weather was wet and cold on Saturday. Plenty of birds there too.

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Nicolette K - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Nicolette K
Family with young children

Wens ek kon elke oggend met so 'n uitsig wakker word.

Lieflike hoofslaapkamer en leefarea met stoep. Spasie op erf ruim vir kinders speel en boot. Sou graag meer breekware en 'n oondbak verkies. Sal wasmasjien verruil vir skottelgoedwasser.

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Wish I could wake up to such a view every morning.

Lovely master bedroom and living area with porch. Space on yard ample for children to play and boat. Would have preferred more crockery and a baking dish. Will trade washing machine for dishwasher.

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Anonymous Guest - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends
Don R - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Don R
With partner

Very tranquil next to the river.

Very peaceful, very comfortable. Just need to warn guests of steps, (were fine for us). Some small maintenance issues. TV package is very poor, rather not have it at all, or maybe install a DVD player. But overall fantastic location.

Louise V - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Louise V
With partner

Die eenheid het dringend 'n opknapping nodig.

Hoewel die ligging goed is en die uitsig op die rivier pragtig is, gee die eenheid 'n gevoel van verwaarlosing. Dit was nie "spotless" nie. Dit is asof daar van oral bymekaar gemaak is om te voorsien en dit laat dit soos 'n tweedehandse winkel lyk. Daar is 'n baie styl, nou trap na die hoofslaapkamer waarvan gaste voor die tyd ingelig behoort te word.

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The unit is in urgent need of renovation.

Although the location is good and the view of the river is beautiful, the unit gives a feeling of neglect. It was not "spotless". It's as if everything has been gathered together to provide and it makes it look like a thrift store. There is a very stylish, now staircase to the master bedroom of which guests should be informed ahead of time.

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  • Capacity: 4 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 20:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 6 Joseph Barry Drive, Witsand, 6666, Western Cape
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