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Waterwheel Country Retreat

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.9 out of 5from 22 reviews for Waterwheel Country Retreat
Cleanliness
4.9/5
Service
5.0/5
Location
4.8/5
Safety
5.0/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Gretha B - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gretha B
With friends

Onvergeetlike ondervinding!

Dit was 'n awesome naweek. Die eienaars is baie gasvry en vriendelik en is op alle opsigte behulpsaam. Die plek self is ongelooflik mooi! Die kinders het die natuur net so baie geniet met die 2 pragtige honde, wat orals saamgestap en gespeel het. Ongelukkig kon kinders nie swem in die rivier of swembad nie, die weer het nie regtig toegelaat nie. Ek het my 60ste familie fotosessie daar gehad en kan nie wag vir die fotos nie!

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Unforgettable experience!

It was an awesome weekend. The owners are very hospitable and friendly and are helpful in all respects. The place itself is incredibly beautiful! The children enjoyed nature just as much with the 2 beautiful dogs, who walked and played together everywhere. Unfortunately, children couldn't swim in the river or pool, the weather didn't really allow it. I had my 60th family photo shoot there and can't wait for the photos!

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

Onbeskryflik lekker. Familie en vriende-wegbreek wat vir almal aanbeveel word!

Die verblyf in die asemrowende natuur was ongelooflik! Die kaggel en vuurtjie buite was 'n wenner in die koue en nat weer. Dankie, Ian, vir jou fantastiese gasvryheid en vriendelikheid. Ons kan nie wag om weer te gaan nie!

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Indescribably delicious. Family and friends getaway recommended for everyone!

The stay in the breathtaking nature was amazing! The fireplace and fire outside was a winner in the cold and wet weather. Thank you, Ian, for your fantastic hospitality and kindness. We can't wait to go again!

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Maria V - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maria V
Family with young children

Great stay! Stunning location, breathtaking scenery. Good value for money.

We received a great welcome. The place was clean with all that we needed. Absolutely stunning location, beautiful river and waterfall. We didn't spend enough time. 3 days minimum.

Wynand T - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wynand T
Family with young children

Onvergeetlike verblyf, gekenmerk deur uitsonderlike diens in die mistige berge.

Ons gesin se verblyf by die Waterwheel Country Retreat was 'n ervaring wat ons vir 'n leeftyd sal koester. Die chalet se toewyding tot uitsonderlike diens, netheid en gerief het opgeval, wat ons besoek werklik onvergeetlik gemaak het. Vanaf die oomblik dat ons aangekom het, is ons begroet met warm glimlagte en 'n verwelkomende atmosfeer. Ian was professioneel, aandagtig en het die ekstra myl geloop om aan al ons behoeftes te voorsien. Hulle vinnige en doeltreffende diens het ons vry gelaat om ons vakansie sonder enige bekommernisse te geniet. Die chalet was 'n toevlugsoord van netheid. Elke hoekie was skoon, van die gemeenskaplike areas tot ons privaat kamers. Die kombuis was goed toegerus, en die insluiting van 'n skottelgoedwasser het ete opruim 'n briesie gemaak, wat ons meer tyd gegee het om te ontspan en ons verblyf te geniet. Die voorsiening van noodsaaklikhede soos skoon drinkwater in die krane en 'n stabiele kragtoevoer te alle tye was lofwaardig. Die warm water was perfek bestuur, wat verseker het dat ons enige tyd van die dag 'n warm stort kon geniet. Die chalet was ook baie goed toegerus, en het ons voorsien van alles wat ons nodig gehad het, insluitend genoeg hout om drie keer per dag te braai as ook 'n kaggel! Verskuil tussen pragtige natuur, het die chalet asemrowende uitsigte gebied wat gedien het as 'n konstante herinnering aan die skoonheid wat ons omring het. Die rustige omgewing was perfek vir verbluffende staproetes deur mistige berge na watervalle, wat herinneringe geskep het wat ons sal koester. Die kinders het ook 'n paar geelvisse in die strome gevang en weer vrygelaat. 'n Onverwagte plesier was die geselskap van twee vriendelike border collie honde wat ons natuurwandeling natuurlik begelei het. Hulle teenwoordigheid het 'n unieke bekoring bygevoeg tot ons buitelug avonture. Maar die hoogtepunt van die chalet was sy ligging. Teen 'n agtergrond van spektakulêre uitsigte en 'n rustige omgewing, het die chalet ons die geleentheid gebied om met die natuur te verbind terwyl ons die geriewe van 'n moderne huis geniet het. Ons sal hierdie chalet hoogs aanbeveel vir ander gesinne wat 'n ontspannende en onvergeetlike vakansie soek. Ons kan nie wag om terug te keer nie!

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Unforgettable stay, characterized by exceptional service in the misty mountains.

Our family's stay at the Waterwheel Country Retreat was an experience we will cherish for a lifetime. The chalet's dedication to exceptional service, cleanliness and comfort stood out, making our visit truly memorable. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming atmosphere. Ian was professional, attentive and went the extra mile to meet all our needs. Their quick and efficient service left us free to enjoy our holiday without any worries. The chalet was a haven of cleanliness. Every corner was clean, from the common areas to our private rooms. The kitchen was well equipped, and the inclusion of a dishwasher made meal cleanup a breeze, giving us more time to relax and enjoy our stay. The provision of essentials such as clean drinking water in the taps and a stable power supply at all times was commendable. The hot water was perfectly managed, which ensured that we could enjoy a hot shower at any time of the day. The chalet was also very well equipped, providing us with everything we needed, including enough wood for three barbecues a day as well as a fireplace! Nestled among beautiful nature, the chalet offered breathtaking views that served as a constant reminder of the beauty that surrounded us. The tranquil setting was perfect for stunning hikes through misty mountains to waterfalls, creating memories we will cherish. The children also caught and released some yellowfish in the streams. An unexpected pleasure was the company of two friendly border collie dogs who naturally accompanied our nature walk. Their presence added a unique charm to our outdoor adventures. But the highlight of the chalet was its location. Against a backdrop of spectacular views and a peaceful setting, the chalet gave us the opportunity to connect with nature while enjoying the comforts of a modern home. We would highly recommend this chalet to other families looking for a relaxing and memorable holiday. We can't wait to return!

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Willemien V - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willemien V
Family with young children

Heerlik.

Die eenheid is baie modern en goed ingerig, daar is tot 'n skottelgoedwasser. Die omgewing is pragtig en die eienaar is baie hulpvaardig. Ons het heerlik gebly.

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Delicious.

The unit is very modern and well furnished, there is even a dishwasher. The environment is beautiful and the owner is very helpful. We had a wonderful stay.

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Anke B - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Anke B
Family with teenagers

Heerlik en rustig.

Waterwheel Country Retreat is 'n ware juweel en het baie potensiaal as 'n gasteplaas. Die natuur is pragtig daar en die eenheid is goed toegerus en gerieflik. Net jammer dat die waterwiel nie in werking was nie.

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Lovely and peaceful.

Waterwheel Country Retreat is a real gem and has a lot of potential as a guest farm. The nature is beautiful there and the unit is well equipped and comfortable. Just a pity that the water wheel was not in operation.

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Christina M - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Christina M
Family with young children

We enjoyed our stay at Waterwheel.

The whole family loves the place, the scenic views, and we were kept warm with lots of firewood. Ian has excellent customer service.

Retha O - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Retha O

Akkommodasie is baie netjies en die kombuis is goed toegerus. Heerlike staproetes.

Pragtige natuurskoon met 'n heerlike swemplek in die rivier.

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Accommodation is very neat and the kitchen is well equipped. Great hiking trails.

Beautiful scenery with a lovely swimming spot in the river.

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Sanchi L - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sanchi L
With friends

'n Lieflike plek in die natuur.

Dit is 'n lieflike plek in die natuur.

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A lovely place in nature.

It is a lovely place in nature.

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Charlene D - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charlene D
Family with teenagers

Awemrowend.

Pragtige plek, lieflike mense. Omgewing is asemrowend, dis net die plek om te sit en voor jou uit te staar en jouself weer te vind en te onthou wat is belangrik in die lewe.

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Awe-inspiring.

Beautiful place, lovely people. Environment is breathtaking, it's just the place to sit and stare out in front of you and find yourself again and remember what is important in life.

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Rika V - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rika V
With partner

Pragtige plek en mooiste uitsig.

Netjiese verblyf. Pragtige uitsig. Sal dit vir enige gesin aanbeveel.

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Beautiful place and most beautiful view.

Neat accommodation. Beautiful view. Would recommend to any family.

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Benjamin B - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Benjamin B
Family with teenagers

Awesome.

So much more than we expected. Amazing venue, and unbelievable personal service. Can't wait to go back.

David B - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
David B
Family with teenagers

Gorgeous mountain stay!

Such a tranquil and special place to spend a long weekend!

Sharm S - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sharm S
Family with teenagers

Waterwheel, is a perfect destination, to reconnect with nature and just be free. Its breathtaking in it's natural beauty.

Ian the host and his family are wonderful people, and their charity work is awesome. We enjoyed everything about the water wheel and the whole Magoebaskloof area. Disappointed that the Modjadji cycad nature reserve was destroyed in a fire and we couldn't visit the dependent falls. Will definitely return.

Esmie V - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Esmie V
Family with young children

Dit was 'n stukkie paradys, met pragtige waterstrome, vriendelike mense en honde. Dit was puik!

Die uitsig was pragtig, en die geluid van die waterstroom was kalmerend. Die water was silwerskoon en koel. Ons kon visvang, en my kinders het die swem in die stroompie baie geniet. Vriendelike Benji die skaaphond het ons opgepas die hele tyd. Ons sal dit graag aanbeveel. Maak jou gereed om te rus en die skoonheid van die skepping te ervaar.

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It was a piece of paradise, with beautiful streams, friendly people and dogs. It was great!

The view was beautiful, and the sound of the water stream was calming. The water was silvery clean and cool. We were able to fish, and my children really enjoyed swimming in the stream. Friendly Benji the sheepdog looked after us the whole time. We would be happy to recommend it. Get ready to rest and experience the beauty of creation.

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Marius H - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marius H
With friends

Baie netjiese skoon fasilitieite.

Ian het ons heeltyd op hoogte gehou van die ligging en ons baie welkom laat voel. Die fasiliteite is baie goed gewees. Die braaier was gepak met genoeg hout, kamers was skoon, netjies en alles op sy plek. Die uistappie na die die waterwiel en waterval was ongelooflik lekker en baie pragtig gewees. Die uitsig oor die rivier is asemrowend. Sal dit enige tyd aanbeveel.

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Very neat clean facilities.

Ian kept us up to date with the location and made us feel very welcome. The facilities were very good. The braai was packed with enough wood, rooms were clean, tidy and everything in its place. The outing to the waterwheel and waterfall was incredibly fun and very beautiful. The view over the river is breathtaking. Would recommend anytime.

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Riaan C - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Riaan C
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker ontspan en in 'n pragtige omgewing.

Ons is baie bly ons was by Waterwheel. Die huis en meubels is baie netjies en in 'n uitstekende toestand. Ten volle toegeruste huis met kombuisware, beddegoed, handdoeke, ens. vir 6 mense. Dis 'n baie rustige en vreedsame omgewing om te ontspan. Hulle bring ook vir jou soveel vuurmaakhout as wat jy wil hê - verniet. Net die afdraai van die teerpad na die ingang is 500 m van slegte grondpad wat jy versigtig moet ry om nie jou kar te skuur aan die onderkant nie - maar hulle was besig om daaraan te werk toe ons daar was.

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Very relaxing and in beautiful surroundings.

We are very glad we were at Waterwheel. The house and furniture are very neat and in excellent condition. Fully equipped house with kitchenware, bed linen, towels, etc. for 6 people. It's a very calm and peaceful environment to relax. They also bring you as much firewood as you want - for free. Just turning off the tarmac to the entrance is 500m of bad dirt road which you have to drive carefully to avoid scraping your car at the bottom - but they were working on it when we were there.

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Carina B - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carina B
Family with young children

Dit was heerlik, dankie vir 'n lieflike kuier.

Dit is 'n ongelooflike mooi omgewing, ons het dit baie geniet.

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It was lovely, thank you for a lovely visit.

It is an incredibly beautiful environment, we really enjoyed it.

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Tyrone C - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tyrone C
Family with teenagers

Ontspannne, netjiese en mooi plek.

Wat 'n wonderlike plek. Wens ons kon langer bly. Ian Tucker het ons elke dag welkom en spesiaal laat voel. Tot gehelp reël dat die paashaas ook 'n draai maak. Uit sy pad uit gegaan om ons meer te vertel van die oord en die omgewing. Die wooneenheid is prakties, ruim en skoon. Baie gemaklik vir 6 mense. Sal die plek enige tyd aanbeveel.

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Relaxed, neat and beautiful place.

What a wonderful place. Wish we could stay longer. Ian Tucker made us feel welcome and special every day. Until helped arrange that the Easter bunny also makes a visit. Went out of his way to tell us more about the resort and the surrounding area. The living unit is practical, spacious and clean. Very comfortable for 6 people. Would recommend the place anytime.

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Madeleine V - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Madeleine V
Family with teenagers

Rustig en baie ontspanne atmosfeer. Kinders het natuurskoon geniet en waardeer.

Uitstekende plek om gesinstyd te geniet, en goeie bande te bou tussen ouer en kind, asook tussen kinders om mekaar te waardeer.

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Quiet and very relaxed atmosphere. Children enjoyed and appreciated natural beauty.

Excellent place to enjoy family time, and build good bonds between parent and child, as well as between children to appreciate each other.

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Nico V - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nico V
With friends

Dit is 'n baie netjiese huis, dit word uitstekend onderhou en baie vriendelike diens.

Ons het net een nag daar oorgebly. Dis 'n pragtige omgewing en die riviergeluide skep 'n baie rustige atmosfeer. Ongelukkig het ons nie tyd gehad om bietjie te gaan stap nie.

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It is a very neat house, it is excellently maintained and very friendly service.

We only stayed there one night. It's a beautiful setting and the sounds of the river create a very peaceful atmosphere. Unfortunately we didn't have time to go for a walk.

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William W - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
William W
Family with young children

Wonderful place to stay and very friendly.

We stayed in a beautiful three-bedroom (two bedrooms on the ground floor and giant open plan bedroom upstairs) house nice and secluded in nature. Can be a little cold at night in wintertime, so bring warm clothes. Very child-friendly - our kids loved it.

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  • Capacity: 24 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Farm Onverwacht, Georges Valley, Tzaneen, 0850, Limpopo
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