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Watermill Farm Cottages

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.9 out of 5from 51 reviews for Watermill Farm Cottages
Cleanliness
4.9/5
Service
4.9/5
Location
4.8/5
Safety
4.9/5
Value for money
4.9/5
Jackie P - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jackie P
With partner

A special spot to completely unwind.

This was our second stay. We had a wonderful 3 days. The peace and tranquility on the farm is food for the soul and the view over the dam to the mountains is just the best. The bed was super comfortable and the Manor House is fully equipped for easy self-catering. We were even "gifted" an egg each day from one of the free-ranging hens gently left on a chair on the patio! This is definitely a favourite place to stay in Vanwyksdorp to completely unwind and just soak up nature!

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

Rustige omgewing met ganse, hoenders, katte en 2 honde wat 'n rustige atmosfeer skep.

Baie mooi oorspronklike cottage op die plaas. Alles wat mens nodig het. Gasvrou baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.

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Peaceful surroundings with geese, chickens, cats and 2 dogs creating a peaceful atmosphere.

Very nice original cottage on the farm. Everything one needs. Hostess very friendly and helpful.

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Evelyne B - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Evelyne B
With friends

A wonderful 3 days of relaxation in this little Karoo cottage.

This is my second visit. The farm and our cottage are as delightful as ever. All round friendly service. Lovely Spring flowers in the area. Cold weather made for cosy evenings with a Dover stove in the kitchen. A great stay.

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

Beautiful, quiet, considered.

We loved every moment at Watermill Farm. We stayed in the Barn and were more than pleasantly surprised at the layout and the thoughtful way in which things were provided. Situated a long way from most things and surrounded by mountains and vegetation, the owners make the best of the location (there is even a little dam for a swim or boat ride if you don't mind the moody goose). Attention is paid to the eco-friendliness of cleaning materials and left us with the desire to try harder when it came to the amount of disposable items we use. The nights are dark and quiet, the air is fresh and we were definitely well rested. A good base to explore the area from, and we would love to stay longer in future.

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Thank you for your wonderful review, Petrus. Made me look at the farm through your eyes and I love what you saw.

Stay safe and we hope to see you again soon...

Tanja and Hilton

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Daniël Willem V - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Daniël Willem V
With partner

Dit was 'n verkwikkende kuier. Dankie vir die gasvryheid van die gasheer en -vrou.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Die koue ten spyte, was die plek knus en gebruikersvriendelik. Die kaggel en 'n warm stort is eersteklas. Die omgewing is mooi en rustig.

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It was an invigorating visit. Thank you for the hospitality of the host and wife.

We had a very nice stay. Despite the cold, the place was cozy and user-friendly. The fireplace and a hot shower are first class. The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful.

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

Heerlike plek om skoene uit te skop.

Heerlike landelike verblyf, vriendelike ontvangs by aankoms. Sal egter verkies om liewer in die somer as die winter daar oor te bly.

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Great place to kick off shoes.

Lovely country accommodation, friendly reception on arrival. Would prefer to stay there in summer rather than winter though.

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

Ons het voorwaardelik heerlik gebly.

Heerlik gebly. Pragtige ligging. Lekker kaggels. Vriendelike ontvangs.

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We had a conditionally wonderful stay.

Had a wonderful stay. Beautiful location. Nice fireplaces. Friendly reception.

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Alex F - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alex F
With partner

Bitter lekker.

Die verblyf was rustic 5 ster, ons gaan weer daar bly!

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Bitterly delicious.

The accommodation was rustic 5 star, we will stay there again!

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

Rustig, pragtige uitsig, goed ingerigte huisie, staproetes.

Ons het op die stoep gesit vanaf sonsopkoms tot sonsondergang. Die uitsig en pragtige natuur is 'priceless'.

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Quiet, beautiful view, well appointed cottage, walking trails.

We sat on the porch from sunrise to sunset. The view and beautiful nature are 'priceless'.

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Johanneke S - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johanneke S
Individual traveller

Salige 'retreat' van die gewone besige lewe.

Rus vir die siel. Oudtydse sjarme.

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Blissful 'retreat' from the usual busy life.

Rest for the soul. Old fashioned charm.

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

A lovely stay in the Barn Cottage.

We loved our recent stay at Watermill Farm. It was our third visit to the farm but the first time in the Barn Cottage, which was perfectly cosy with an indoor fireplace for the wintry weather. Our host was very pleasant and helpful, which ensured that once again we had a very enjoyable time at Watermill Farm.

Harald W - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Harald W
With partner

Just what we wanted: peace and tranquility with comfortable accommodation.

Wonderful and restful, a great escape from the hustle and bustle of daily grind.

Lynette L - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette L
Large group

Peaceful and comfy.

A gorgeous peaceful location with strong heritage roots. The swimming dam is a winner for hot Karoo summer days.

Lizette D - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lizette D
With partner

Stil en rustig.

Het die paar dae in die Karoo baie geniet. Vanwyksdorp self bied nie veel nie, maar die rustigheid en stilte op die plaas was vir ons die groot pluspunt.

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Quiet and peaceful.

Really enjoyed the few days in the Karoo. Vanwyksdorp itself does not offer much, but the peace and quiet on the farm was the big plus point for us.

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Lesley C - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
1/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lesley C
With friends

Peaceful.

A wonderful weekend away, exactly what was needed. Beautiful surroundings and views. Cottages are well equipped, showers are amazing, and beds very comfortable. We especially loved the black dog, sorry we don't know his name. We miss him already. Thank you.

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

Ouwêreldse verblyf in 'n pragtige omgewing!

Ons het heerlik gebly in 'n pragtig gemeubileerde kothuis. Die gasvryheid was uitstekend. Baie dankie!

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Old world accommodation in a beautiful setting!

We had a lovely stay in a beautifully furnished cottage. The hospitality was excellent. Thank you very much!

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Tanya D - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tanya D
With partner

Too gorgeous for words, you will have to see for yourself!

What a memorable night! The cottage is situated in a little piece of paradise with mountain views, tranquility, and a beautiful garden. It has all the comforts of home and a very luxurious bed to dream under the abundance of stars. Combine all this with a delightful host and two friendly dogs, and I will stay in this cottage again and again. Highly recommended as a place to unwind and reconnect with your loved one and nature.

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Hi Tanya,

Thank you for the wonderful feedback and we are delighted that your stay was everything and more. We look forward to your next visit!

Regards,
Tanja and Hilton

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Isak Johannes G - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Isak Johannes G
With partner

Lieflik gerestoureer.

Die huis is perfek gerestoureer, dit is ook so stil en rustig.

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Lovingly restored.

The house is perfectly restored, it is also so quiet and peaceful.

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Thank you for your feedback, Isak. We are so glad you enjoyed it and we look forward to seeing you next month.

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

Baie lekker gebly in "The Barn".

Ons het "The Barn" gekies omdat dit 'n kaggel gehad het. Daar was egter fout met die kaggel se skoorsteen aangesien baie rook in die vertrek beland het wat baie jammer was, aangesien die plekkie in alle ander opsigte so aangenaam en spesiaal is. Ek het dit aan bestuur gerapporteer wat onderneem het om ondersoek in te stel. Die braaiplek is, in my opinie, nie op standaard nie. Ek het eerder my eie braaiertjie gebruik omdat braaiplekke so gereeld eintlik ontoereikend is. Hierdie een is van die swakstes wat ek nog teëgekom het. 'n Braaiplek moet sinvolle hoogteverstellings bied, 'n behoorlike rooster hê en windbeskut wees. Afgesien daarvan het ons baie lekker gebly! Die plekkie was skoon, ruim, goed en werklik toegerus vir selfsorg, die bed van goeie gehalte en kondisie (nie hol nie). Daar was 'n behoorlike yskas met vrieshokkie, alhoewel die beskrywing nie so gesê het nie. Ons sal graag weer hier bly, in die hoop dat die kaggel dan goed sal werk. Wifi is nie in The Barn beskikbaar nie, net by ontvangs. Dit het ons egter nie gepla nie.

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Very nice stay in "The Barn".

We chose "The Barn" because it had a fireplace. However, there was something wrong with the fireplace's chimney as a lot of smoke ended up in the room which was very unfortunate, as the place is so pleasant and special in all other respects. I reported this to management who undertook to investigate. The braai place is, in my opinion, not up to standard. I used my own braaier instead because braai places are so often actually inadequate. This one is one of the worst I've come across. A barbecue must offer sensible height adjustments, have a proper grate and be sheltered from the wind. Apart from that we had a great stay! The place was clean, spacious, well and truly equipped for self-catering, the bed of good quality and condition (not hollow). There was a proper fridge freezer, although the description didn't say so. We would love to stay here again, hoping the fireplace will work well then. Wifi is not available in The Barn, only at reception. It didn't bother us though.

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Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Hello Philip,

Thank you so much for your constructive feedback. The fireplace has since been attended to and the braai issues you raised will be taken into consideration during the patio restoration. We look forward to seeing you again to test the improvements.

Regards,
Tanja and Hilton

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Christopher D - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christopher D
With partner

Cosy comfortable, quiet.

Perfect location if you like peace and quiet, the farm has lovely views of the mountain range, nice walking trails, great weekend getaway.

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Hi Christopher, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you again.

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Durkje D - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Durkje D
With friends

Vanwyksdorp is seker een van die mooiste plekke in die Klein Karoo. By Watermill ervaar jy Vanwyksdorp op sy beste!

Tanja het ons dadelik laat welkom voel met haar gasvryheid en warm persoonlikheid. Die goed wat rerig vir my uitgestaan het. 1. Geen loadshedding! Die huise het solar so jy weet nie van krag issues nie. 2. Die sterre op Vanwyksdorp is out of this world! Sit buite en geniet die skouspel! 3. Gaan vir 'n "foot spa" by die dam - dit is verniet. 4. Daar is soveel om te doen in en om Vanwyksdorp - praat met die locals. 5. Die huis was ingerig met alles wat mens nodig het! Skoon en 'n mengsel van plaas eenvoud en gerief! Ek love die plek!

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Vanwyksdorp is probably one of the most beautiful places in the Klein Karoo. At Watermill you experience Vanwyksdorp at its best!

Tanja immediately made us feel welcome with her hospitality and warm personality. The stuff that really stood out to me. 1. No loadshedding! The houses have solar so you don't know about power issues. 2. The stars on Vanwyksdorp are out of this world! Sit outside and enjoy the spectacle! 3. Go for a "foot spa" at the pond - it's free. 4. There is so much to do in and around Vanwyksdorp - talk to the locals. 5. The house was furnished with everything one needs! Clean and a blend of farm simplicity and convenience! I love the place!

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Thank you for the great feedback. We look forward to seeing you again.

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Johan O - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan O
With partner

Goeie huisvesting in mooi omgewing.

Ons gasheer en sy vrou was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam al het ons die aand laat opgedaag. Ons 2 egpare het baie lekker gekuier by Watermill Farm!

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Good accommodation in beautiful surroundings.

Our host and his wife were very friendly and helpful even though we arrived late in the evening. Our 2 couples had a great time at Watermill Farm!

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Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Thank you for staying with us and very happy that you enjoyed the farm. We look forward to seeing you again.

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Jonathan Y - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jonathan Y
With partner

Very beautiful, very remote, very clear stars, mountain water out of the tap, fresh chicken eggs, candle-light, peace.

More than a farm stay. The Barn at Watermill Farm Cottages is set slightly back from the others and thus a little more secluded. Lovely fresh mountain water runs out of the taps, there's a little terrace to soak up the sun, you look at a view with no sign of habitation. It's very quiet, there's the option to only use candles at night, and when it's your choice, not Eskom's, it's different.

Jaco H - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jaco H
On business

Clean and stunning view from stoep.

Peaceful and quiet. Perfect for rest.

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

'n Besondere lieflike belewenis.

Voor ons besoek aan Watermill Farms is ons deur ‘n vriendin wat die plaas goed ken, ingelig met die volgende beskrywing: “Watermill is my hart se punt, lieflike atmosfeer, mooiste omgewing, mens wil altyd langer bly, lekker om te gaan stap, dagbreek moet jy op die damwal wees.” Al hierdie aspekte het ons eerstehands beleef en nog meer. Van die oomblik dat ons kundige en vriendelike gasheer, Russell, ons in ons huisie ingenooi en rondgewys het, kon mens die atmosfeer aanvoel. Die restourasie is met sorg en respek vir die 200-jaar geskiedenis gedoen. Die interieur is knus en gesellig: ‘n Regte (werkende) Dover-stoof (benewens die drieplaat-gasstoof), dik balke en rietplafon, witgekalkte mure, klein muurliggies. Die heerlike kuierstoep het ‘n onvergeetlike uitsig op die dam waar die vinke saans in die riete gekwetter het en die ganse soggens op die damwal bymekaar gekom het. Die toneel word omsoom deur die Rooiberge wat dramaties verkleur het soos die son skuif. Die huis is uitstekend toegerus met ‘n oog vir goeie smaak en detail, onder andere ‘n uitstekend toegeruste kombuis, braaigeriewe en genoeg afpakplekke en hakke. Die plaas is voorwaar interessant met ‘n 1880-meule (+meganisme wat tot 1960 nog in werking was) en ‘n pragtige meulhuisie. Die terrein word flink gepatrolleer deur ‘n swerm ganse, 2 groot dierbare honde, 6 katte en ‘n hok vol hoenders met ‘n hoenderhaan wat sy stem laat hoor. Ons was bevoorreg om twee salige dae by Watermill Farm te spandeer en sal beslis soontoe terugkeer.

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A particularly lovely experience.

Before our visit to Watermill Farms, we were informed by a friend who knows the farm well, with the following description: "Watermill is the point of my heart, lovely atmosphere, most beautiful surroundings, you always want to stay longer, nice to go for a walk, dawn you must be on the dam." We experienced all these aspects first hand and more. From the moment our knowledgeable and friendly host, Russell, invited us into our cottage and showed us around, you could sense the atmosphere. The restoration was done with care and respect for the 200-year history. The interior is cozy and cosy: a real (working) Dover stove (in addition to the three-plate gas stove), thick beams and reed ceiling, whitewashed walls, small wall lights. The delightful patio has an unforgettable view of the dam where the finches chirped in the reeds at night and the geese gathered on the dam embankment in the morning. The scene is bordered by the Rooiberge, which have changed color dramatically as the sun moves. The house is excellently equipped with an eye for good taste and detail, among other things an excellently equipped kitchen, braai facilities and enough storage areas and heels. The farm is truly interesting with an 1880 mill (+mechanism that was still in operation until 1960) and a beautiful mill house. The grounds are briskly patrolled by a flock of geese, 2 big dear dogs, 6 cats and a coop full of chickens with a rooster that lets his voice be heard. We were privileged to spend two blissful days at Watermill Farm and will definitely return.

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

Absolutely wonderful

Very friendly host who went out of his way to accommodate all our needs. Beautiful little place (we stayed in the Barn) with great views and all the necessary facilities. Opportunity to walk/hike in the surrounding area(s).

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Thank you John, it is much appreciated. It was a pleasure meeting both of you. Take care and best regards, Russell.

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Juanita K - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Juanita K
With partner

Rustig.

Net waarvoor ons gesoek het.

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Restful.

Just what we were looking for.

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Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Baie dankie Juanita, baie waardeer en hoop om jul weer te sien. Beste wense, ERussell

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Ben L - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ben L
Individual traveller

Baie rustig.

Alles wat jy wil hê, vrede.

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Very calm.

All you want, peace.

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Gerhard V - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerhard V
Individual traveller

Fantastiese mooi blyplek.

Die kothuis is besonders mooi gemaak en daar was mooi blommetjies oral in plek. Lekker kuierplek met mooi uitsig en rustigheid wat dan outomaties gebeur. Waarde vir geld.

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Fantastic beautiful place to stay.

The cottage was particularly beautifully made and there were pretty flowers all over the place. A nice place to hang out with a nice view and tranquility which then happens automatically. Value for money.

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Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Baie dankie Gerhard, baie waardeer en sien uit daarna om jul weer te sien. Beste wense, Russell

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Erika S - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Erika S
With partner

Onvergeetlik

Ons het in die Barn gebly met sy voortreflike kaggel. Watermill Farm is aan die einde van die Rooibergpas geleë. Alles wat nodig is in die blyplek in die mooiste natuur!

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Unforgettable

We stayed in the Barn with its superb fireplace. Watermill Farm is located at the end of the Rooiberg Pass. Everything you need in the place to stay in the most beautiful nature!

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Hi Erika, baie dankie vir jul besoek en ek hoop om julle weer hierso te sien. Goed gaan en beste wense, Russell

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

Heerlike en rustige verblyf.

Die verblyf is rustig, netjies en skoon. Die omgewing en gashere is puik. Dit was heerlik om 2 nagte hier te kon ontspan.

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Lovely and peaceful stay.

The accommodation is quiet, neat and clean. The environment and hosts are great. It was wonderful to be able to relax here for 2 nights.

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Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Hi Jasper, baie dankie vir jul besoek, ek is bly julle kon lekker ontspan. Goed gaan en hoop om jul weer te sien. Beste wense, Russell

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

‘n Oase in die Klein-Karoo.

As jy op soek is na ‘n regte wegbreek is Watermill Farm die plek om te wees. Waarde vir geld, pragtige natuurskoon en gasvryheid waarvan mens met kan droom. Ons sal beslis terug wees.

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An oasis in the Little Karoo.

If you are looking for a real getaway, Watermill Farm is the place to be. Value for money, beautiful scenery and hospitality you can only dream of. We will definitely be back.

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Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Baie dankie Jahni, ek is so bly jul kon lekker hier rus en sien uit daarna om jul weer te sien. Beste wense, Russell

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Hugo M - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hugo M
With partner

Pragtige natuur, vriendelike gasheer en romantiese huisie

Ons het in die Lavender huis gebly. Dit is 'n pragtige gerestoureerde kleimuur huis met tradisionele beesmis vloere. Daar is slegs sonkrag ligte, maar ons omtrent net kerse gebruik wat vir 'n romantiese atmosfeer gesorg het. Die ruim kombuis is toegerus met alles wat mens nodig het. Ons sal beslis weer en weer kom. Die hoogtepunt was dat mens van die huisie af kan stap in 'n pragtige kloof in met 'n waterval en nou kranse.

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Beautiful nature, friendly host and romantic cottage

We stayed in the Lavender house. It is a beautiful restored mud wall house with traditional cow dung floors. There are only solar lights, but we pretty much only use candles which created a romantic atmosphere. The spacious kitchen is equipped with everything you need. We will definitely come again and again. The highlight was that you can walk from the cottage into a beautiful gorge with a waterfall and narrow cliffs.

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Baie dankie Hugo, baie waardeer. Ons sien uit of jul weer te sien.

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

Rustig, plaastyd.

Vir buitelugmense wat lief is vir die Karoo, was dit 'n goeie wegbreek van stilte!

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Quiet, farm time.

For outdoor people who love the Karoo, it was a good break from silence!

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Baie dankie Lindie, dit was 'n plesier on jul te ontmoet en ons sien uit daarna om jul weer op die plaas te sien. Beste wense.

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

A great farm stay.

We loved our stay at Watermill Farm! Warm hospitality, comfortable accommodation steeped in history, friendly farm animals and plenty of interesting birdlife around the farm dam. A perfect spot to get away from it all and unwind - we already looking forward to our next visit!

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Dear Colleen, many thanks for choosing to stay at watermill Farm, it was an absolute pleasure meeting you. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to meeting you again. Best wishes, Russell & Penny.

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

Watermill Farm saam met Russ en Pen is nie 'n kuier wat nie gemis moet word nie - dis 'n onbeskryflike belewenis!

Van die oomblik dat ons by die plaashek stilgehou het todat ons waai-waai weg is oor die bult, is ons met vriendelikheid en gasvryheid oorlaai. Die omgewing is pragtig, die huisies is karaktervol, gesellig en die plaasdiere is net so vriendelik soos die eienaars. Dis hoogs aan te beveel!

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Watermill Farm with Russ and Pen is not a visit not to be missed - it's an indescribable experience!

From the moment we pulled up at the farm gate to the time we whizzed off over the hump, we were showered with kindness and hospitality. The surroundings are beautiful, the cottages are full of character, cozy and the farm animals are just as friendly as the owners. It is highly recommended!

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Baie dankie Kobus, dit was wonderlik dat julle die plaas besoek het en ons kon jul ontmoet. Julle het altwee ons albei geïnspireer, en ons hoop om julle weer te sien. Beste wense en groete, Russell en Penny.

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

Watermill Farm - Rooiberg-paradys.

As jy op soek is na rus vir jou siel, waardering vir geboue uit die vorige eeu, ryke voël, dier en plantelewe en 'n plaas-atmosfeer - draai slap links by Vanwyksdorp en jy is by dié klein stukkie Rooiberg-paradys. Watermill is beslis meer as een besoek werd, ons kan dit beslis aanbeveel. Dankie Russell en Penny, julle is opregte Karoomense.

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Watermill Farm - Rooiberg Paradise.

If you are looking for peace of mind, appreciation of buildings from the last century, rich bird, animal and plant life and a farm atmosphere - turn left at Vanwyksdorp and you are at this little piece of Rooiberg paradise. Watermill is definitely worth more than one visit, we can definitely recommend it. Thanks Russell and Penny, you are sincere Karoo people.

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Baie dankie Stix, dit word baie waardeer en ons is gelukkig jul het die verblyf geniet en lekker kon rus. Ons hoop om jul weer te sien.
Beste wense
Russell en Penny

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Bonita C - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bonita C
Family with teenagers

Wonderlik!

Watermill Farm is 'n stukkie paradys. Ons het so lekker gebly. Russell en Penny, dankie dat jul jul plek met ons gedeel het. Vanwyksdorp het in ons harte gekruip.

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Wonderful!

Watermill Farm is a piece of paradise. We had such a nice stay. Russell and Penny, thank you for sharing your place with us. Vanwyksdorp crawled into our hearts.

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Geagte Bonita, Werner en Zak , baie dankie dat jul Watermill Farm gekies het vir jul verblyf te Van Wyksdorp, dit is hartelik waarduur. Ons sien uit daarna om jul weer hierso te sein.

Beste groete
Penny en Russll

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

Kos vir die siel.

Heerlik stil en kos vir ons siel wat ons nodig gehad het. Die eienaars se vriendelikheid en opregtheid het ons hartsnare geroer. Nie gedink daar bestaan nog sulke mense nie. Dit het ons teruggeneem na ons wortels en weg van die stad se lawaai. Karoo-landskap is pragtig! Daar is als wat jy nodig sal hê vir verblyf. Jy hoef net kos saam te neem vir braai maar die Spekboom restaurant op Van Wyksdorp is heerlik! Sal weer teruggaan.

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Food for the soul.

Wonderfully quiet and food for our soul that we needed. The owners' friendliness and sincerity touched our hearts. Didn't think that such people still existed. It took us back to our roots and away from the noise of the city. Karoo landscape is beautiful! There is everything you will need for accommodation. You only have to take food for the braai but the Spekboom restaurant at Vanwyksdorp is delicious! Will go back again.

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Baie dankie dat jul gekies Watermill Farm gekies het vir jul verblyf; en vir jou mooi resnsie. Dit was wonderlik om vir julle te ontmoet, en ons sien uit daarna om julle weer hierso to sien.
Beste wense,
Russell en Penny

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

Fantasties.

Sal weer en weer teruggaan, Russel en sy vrou is die vriendelikheid vanself, lekker geswem in die plaasdam.

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Fantastic.

Will go back again and again, Russel and his wife are the kindness itself, nice swimming in the farm pond.

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Rudolph B - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Rudolph B
With friends

This is a beautiful venue, self sufficient, clean, people are very friendly. Lovely experience.

We had a lovely time at Watermill Farm. It's safe, beautiful and off the grid completely, so no issues with load shedding.

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Hi Rudolph, many thanks for staying at Watermill Farm, we are happy that you were able to relax and enjoy the countryside. We look forward to seeing you again.
Best regards & wishes
Russell & Penny.

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Kobus V - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kobus V
With partner

Wat 'n voorreg om in 'n 200 jaar plus huisie te kom bly.

Is baie hartlik verwelkom deur Penny en Russel. Ongelooflike vriendelike mense wat uit hulle pad gaan om jou tuis te laat voel. Elke huisie is privaat en in 'n mooi omgewing geleë. Dit was absoluut lekker om beurtkrag te kon hê en van solar panele en gas gebruik te maak. Ou dakbalke en rietplafonne met misvloere is iets wat nie orals ervaar kan word nie. Tog kan jy 'n warm stort/bad geniet en kosmaak sonder enige probleme - 3 brandergasstoof of 'n koolstoof is beskikbaar. Doen jouself 'n guns en besoek Van Wyksdorp en slaap ten minste 2 nagte by Watermill Farm. 10 uit 10 vir die eienaars wat dit vir ander moontlik maak om die natuur op so 'n manier te ervaar. Hoogs aanbeveelbaar. Maak seker jy vat 'n ekstra herlaaibare batterylig saam vir lees in die aand.

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What a privilege to come and stay in a 200 year plus house.

Was very warmly welcomed by Penny and Russel. Incredibly friendly people who go out of their way to make you feel at home. Each cottage is private and located in a beautiful environment. It was absolutely nice to be able to load shed and make use of solar panels and gas. Old roof beams and reed ceilings with fog floors are something that cannot be experienced everywhere. Still, you can enjoy a hot shower/bath and cook without any problems - 3 burner gas stove or a coal stove is available. Do yourself a favor and visit Van Wyksdorp and stay at least 2 nights at Watermill Farm. 10 out of 10 for the owners who make it possible for others to experience nature in such a way. Highly recommendable. Make sure you take an extra rechargeable battery light with you for reading in the evening.

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Baie dankie dat jy verkies het om by Watermill Farm te bly Kobus; ons waardeur dit baie. Ons sien graag uit om jul weer op die plaas te sies.

Beste groete, Penny & Russell

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Aubrey J - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Aubrey J
Individual traveller

'n Verrassing.

Foto's wys nie altyd wat jy kry nie, maar ek het dit geniet om die geskiedenis op te lees en om die ou geboue te ondersoek. Beddegoed en kombuis was silwerskoon.

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A surprise.

Pictures don't always show what you get, but I enjoyed reading up on the history and exploring the old buildings. Bedding and kitchen were spotless.

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Dankie Aubrey, baie waardeur; dit was ‘n plesier om u te ontmoet.

Beste wense,
Russell

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

Off the grid.

Dis nie die plek vir jou as jy jou TV en selfoon gaan mis nie. Daar is net sonkrag en min ontvangs, maar dit is hemel op aarde! Ons het so lekker gebraai en ontspan. Russell en Penny is baie gasvry en die omgewing is pragtig. Gaan stap gerus die entjie in die berg. Dit was waarlik rus vir die siel!

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Baie dankie Inge; ons is bly jul het dit op die plaan ontniet and kon rus. Ons hoop om julle weer to sien. Beste groete, Russell en Penny.

Watermill Farm Cottages
Paul D - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Paul D
With partner

Rustig, naby die aarde, onder die oop sterrehemel. Aards en hemels!

Opsoek na ons wortels van 3 generasies terug, kry ons toe die geleentheid om in hierdie netjies gerestoureerde, skoon en baie goed ingerigte huis vol karakter te bly met die geskiedenis rondom jou. Russel en Penny staan gereed om te help, maar skep geleentheid vir privaatheid en selfontdekking. Daarom gaan ons weer terug!

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Quiet, close to the earth, under the open starry sky. Earthly and heavenly!

Tracing our roots back 3 generations, we then got the opportunity to stay in this neatly restored, clean and very well appointed house full of character with history all around you. Russel and Penny stand ready to help, but create opportunity for privacy and self-discovery. That's why we're going back again!

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Dear Paul,

Many thanks for choosing to stay at Watermill Farm. It was a pleasure to meet you and we hope to see you again sometime.

Best regards,
Russell and Penny

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

Fantastic and very relaxing.

Fantastic and very relaxing, sorry our stay was so short.

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Thank you for choosing Watermill Farm Ian. It was a pleasure meeting you. We hope to see you again in the future. Best regards, Russell & Penny

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Karen F - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karen F
With friends

Beautiful place.

Such a gem in a secret place. Peaceful and serene.

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Many thanks for choosing to stay at Watermill Farm; it was great meeting you all and we hope to see you again.
Best regards,
Penny & Russell

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Martinette C - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Martinette C

Ons het ons tydjie by Watermill Farm regtig baie geniet.

Was hartlik ontvang en verblyf was netjies. Die manor huis is lekker om in tuis te gaan aangesien die stoep lekker is waar jy ook kan braai. Sal weer gaan.

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We really enjoyed our time at Watermill Farm.

Warm welcome, neat accommodation. The manor house is nice since there is a patio where you can braai. Will book again.

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Geagte Martinette, ons is baie bly dat u 'n rustige verblyf gehad het en ons sien daarna uit om u weer in die toekoms te sien. Vriendelike groete, Russell and Penny

Watermill Farm Cottages
Robert S - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Robert S
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker verblyf

Lekker verblyf in 'n baie mooi omgewing; goeie waarde vir geld. Die huis mooi gerestoureer.

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Very nice accommodation.

Nice accommodation in a beautiful area; good value for money. The house wat beautifully restored.

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Thank you, Robert, it was a pleasure meeting you and your family and we hope to see you again sometime. Best regards, Russell and Penny.

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

Pleasant peaceful stay.

Really enjoyed our stay. Very clean units. Russell and Penny were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely return and recommend to friends.

Watermill Farm Cottages 's response

Many thanks, Isabel, it was good meeting you and we look forward to your return one day.

Best regards,
Russell and Penny

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

Dit was 'n heerlike "weg van alles"-ervaring!

Pragtige, historiese selfsorghuisie weg van al die stadsliggies! Sterrekyk was ongelooflik en water proe beter as enige ander plek in die wereld! Vir 'n wegbreek uit die stad uit, kan nie beter nie.

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Wonderful "away from everything" experience!

Beautiful, historical self-catering house away from the city lights! Star gazing was amazing and the water tastes better than any other place in the world! An escape from the city doesn't get any better than this.

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Baie dankie dat julle verkies het om by die Watermill Farm te kom rus, Ada. Ons sien uit daarna om julle weer te sien in die toekoms.
Russell en Penny.

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