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Woodlands Retreat

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.6 out of 5from 132 reviews for Woodlands Retreat
Cleanliness
4.8/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.5/5
Safety
4.6/5
Value for money
4.4/5
Jay D - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jay D
With partner

A truly welcoming experience.

Were kind and gracious hosts. It was an absolute pleasure to stay at Woodlands. A comfortable room at a beautiful location.

Henrietta E - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Henrietta E
With partner

Vriendelik ontvang deur gasvrou. Skoonmaakdiens uitstekend. Al die geriewe.

Wat 'n lieflike, rustige plek! Sal dit beslis aanbeveel.

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Friendly welcome by hostess. Cleaning service excellent. All the amenities.

What a lovely, peaceful place! Would definitely recommend it.

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

Great stuff.

Lekker gebly en slaap.

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Great stuff.

Nice stay and sleep.

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

Very peaceful.

We travelled with my spouse and another couple. Woodlands was very nice and peaceful. I understand they are working on the garden area, so I am looking forward to returning one day to sit around the fire and relax.

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

Baie rustige, veilige en skoon plekkie om te ontspan.

Die gasheer by Woodlands Retreat is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam en ons het baie lekker daar gekuier.

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Very peaceful, safe and clean place to relax.

The host at Woodlands Retreat is very friendly and helpful and we had a great time there.

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Jaco En Christa P - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco En Christa P
With partner

Dit was baie lekker en sal weer bespreek.

Fantasties en sal dit enigetyd aanbeveel.

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It was very nice and will book again.

Fantastic and would recommend anytime.

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Bill F - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Bill F
With partner

Very pleasant set in a nice garden surround.

Adequate for an overnight stay, but small. Friendly hosts.

Johan H - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan H
With partner

Presies waarna ons gesoek het.

Het ongelooflik lekker gebly en is geleë naby alles.

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Exactly what we were looking for.

Had an amazing stay and is located close to everything.

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

Aanbeveel vir enige persoon.

Absolute rustigheid.

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Recommended for any person.

Absolute tranquility.

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Mike And Debbie P - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Mike And Debbie P
With partner

Very comfortable.

We were pleasantly greeted by the housekeeper. There was a problem with water when we arrived and we were informed of it by the housekeeper. This was sorted out and we had a lovely shower before dinner. We had all the comforts we needed for an overnight stay. The garden needs some work, however. Things look a bit neglected, but if you can look past that, everything else was pleasant.

Frans S - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Frans S
Individual traveller

Klein & kompak, parkering beperk.

Lekker gebly. Basies net vir oorslaap. Parkering beperkte spasie.

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Small & compact, limited parking.

Nice stay. Basically just for sleepovers. Parking limited space.

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Anje W - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anje W
With friends

Privaat, stil en gerieflik vir 'n 1 nag oorbly.

Vir 'n vinnige oornag is dit gerieflik en stil.

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Private, quiet and comfortable for a 1 night stay.

For a quick overnight stay it is comfortable and quiet.

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Emelia Petra V - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Emelia Petra V
With partner

Dis 'n wonderlike plek, dis gasvry.

Die plek is wonderlik, dis so, so lekker.

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It's a wonderful place, it's hospitable.

The place is great, it's so, so nice.

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Valerie C - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Valerie C
With partner

Klein kompakte eenheid - alles wat jy nodig het beskikbaar. Vriendelike eienaars.

Rustige, lekker verblyf.

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Small compact unit - everything you need available. Friendly owners.

Quiet, nice stay.

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Carla R - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carla R
With partner

Oulike, klein slaapplekkie.

Ons het heerlik geslaap. Kamer was lekker warm, bed slaap heerlik. Dalk net 'n klein TV teen die muur sit, verder was daar niks fout nie. Ons het die eerste aand nie warm water gehad nie, maar die volgende oggend het hulle met vinnige diens die probleem uitgesorteer. Baie dankie.

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Cute little place to sleep.

We slept great. Room was nice and warm, bed slept great. Maybe just put a small TV on the wall, otherwise there was nothing wrong. We didn't have hot water the first night, but the next morning they sorted out the problem with quick service. Thank you very much.

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Mart L - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mart L
With partner

Rustig en baie netjies.

Baie skoon en netjiese plekkie met vloerverhitting. Ons is lekker bederf met beskuit en bietjie sherry.

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Quiet and very neat.

Very clean and tidy place with underfloor heating. We were pleasantly spoiled with biscuits and some sherry.

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

Pleasant

Room is small, but adequate.

Matshediso S - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Matshediso S
With partner

This is a very quiet and warm place to visit to have a peace of mind and be away from city busy and hectic urban life.

Clarense is a true reflection of what a holy place looks like. Everything is organic, even the accommodation we booked was so cozy for a couple to stay and reflect on themselves. The air you breathe and the water you drink is so natural. The accommodation is so adventurous and welcoming.

Kobus V - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Kobus V
With partner

Heerlik gerus.

Dit was baie rustig gewees en ontspannend.

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Feel free to do so.

It had been very peaceful and relaxing.

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Moyra P - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Moyra P
On business

Was absolutely amazing. Everything you need is available.

Was neat and tidy. Very warm welcome received. Will definitely book again.

Gys S - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gys S
With partner

Foutloos.

Sal definitief terug wees. Lekker knus en netjies met ondervloer verhitting en elektriese kombers en Wi-Fi. Ons gaste was 'n dowe hond en 'n liefdevolle katjie. Ons sal dit sterk aanbeveel.

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Flawless.

Will definitely be back. Cozy and tidy with underfloor heating and electric blanket and Wi-Fi. Our guests were a deaf dog and a loving kitten. We would highly recommend it.

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

A beautiful and tranquil place.

We loved the electric blankets that were provided. The room was nice and warm. The shower was comfortable and the water pressure was great.

Estelle B - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Estelle B
With partner

Rustige wegbreek.

Stil en pragtige plekkie met alles wat mens nodig het. Pragtige tuin met aangename mense en diere. Naby alles kan sommer loop waar jy wil wees en baie staproetes teen die berg op of in die omgewing.

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Peaceful getaway.

Quiet and beautiful place with everything you need. Beautiful garden with pleasant people and animals. Close to everything you can just walk where you want to be and many hiking trails up the mountain or in the area.

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Celeste S - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Celeste S
With partner

Baie lekker, maar daar is net so paar dingetjies wat ek sal voorstel.

Ons het heerlik gebly en die kwaliteit van die beddegoed en handoeke was topgehalte! Lekker stoepie met 'n mooi uitsig oor die berge. Ek het die plek genoek met die wete dat dit klein is en dit het my regtig nie gepla nie, maar ek stel net voor dat nie alles in die huisie klein is nie. Sit dalk 'n tweeplaatstofie in die kas in plaas van een, julle kan ook maar regtig 'n groter rasper kry, ons het braaibroodjies gemaak en gonna was dit 'n storie met daardie raspertjie. Ek stel ook voor om 'n skerp opsnymessie tot jou gaste se beskikking te maak, en 'n groter pot en pan. Soos ek sê, ons het heerlik gebly en ek sal regtig weer kom kuier, dis net die feit dat alles klein is wat so bietjie gepla het.

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Very nice, but there are only a few things I would suggest.

We had a wonderful stay and the quality of the bedding and towels was top quality! Nice stoepie with a nice view of the mountains. I booked the place knowing it was small and it really didn't bother me, but I'm just suggesting that not everything in the cottage is small. Maybe put a two-plate stove in the cupboard instead of one, you can also really get a bigger grater, we made braai buns and it was gonna be a story with that grater. I also suggest making a sharp cutting knife available to your guests, and a larger pot and pan. As I say, we had a lovely stay and I would definitely come again, it's just the fact that everything is small that bothered me a bit.

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Heloïse Z - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Heloïse Z
With partner

Heerlike, rustige plek. Skoon en Vriendelike mense.

Goeie waarde vir geld. Pad is bietjie sleg, maar die pragtige omgewing maak dit beslis die moeite werd. Clarens is altyd 'n wenner.

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Lovely, peaceful place. Clean and Friendly people.

Good value for money. Road is a bit bad, but the beautiful surroundings definitely make it worth it. Clarens is always a winner.

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Jodie V - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jodie V
Family with teenagers

Skoon, netjies, goeie verwarming (was daar in hartjie van die winter).

Voldoen aan basiese behoeftes.

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Clean, tidy, good heating (was there in the middle of winter).

Meet basic needs.

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Gerhard K - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Gerhard K
With partner

Rustig.

Lekker gerus. Net loadshedding was sleg.

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Restful.

Have fun. Only loadshedding was bad.

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

Tranquil with everything you need.

We will definitely be back!

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Chay, we loved hosting you and look forward to seeing you again.
Happy Christmas
Warm regards
Sherrene and Roy

Woodlands Retreat
Marianne R - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marianne R
With partner

Baie, baie lekker.

'n Rustige, netjiese plek. Vriendelike gasvrou, net 'n baie lekker plek om uit te rus.

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Very, very nice.

A quiet, tidy place. Friendly hostess, just a very nice place to rest.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Marianne, Baie dankie fir jou review, we appreciate it. Warmest of wishes for December and the New Year.
Sherrene and Roy

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

Too short!

I would have loved to stay 2 more nights.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

We would have loved you to stay longer. Thank you for the 5 out of 5 review we really appreciate it. See you again.

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

Dit was heerlik.

Sherene was baie vriendelik en het ons hartlik verwelkom.

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It was delicious.

Sherene was very friendly and gave us a warm welcome.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Wow, thank you for a wonderful review 5 out of 5 for everything! We welcome you back with open arms anytime.

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

Fantasies.

Sal enige tyd weer daar gaan oornag.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you for an awesome 5 out of 5 review, we really appreciate you taking time to do one. Look forward to hosting you again.

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Hannelie D - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hannelie D

Sien sterre.

Ons is geweldig hartlik ontvang en die suite was absoluut voldoende vir my en my dogter, pragtig skoon, vars en netjies. Alles was beskikbaar in die kombuisarea wat ons benodig het. Daar is heerlike ondervloerverhitting wat die suite baie aangenaam maak, al is dit koud. Dis in 'n baie rustige area en heerlik om na te ontvlug. Die tuin is 'n lieflike rustige, informele tuin met pragtige groot bome. Dis ongelooflike goeie waarde vir dit wat mens betaal. Ons sal dit beslis weer gebruik. Cherrene en Roy het 'n wenresep!

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See stars.

We were warmly received and the suite was absolutely adequate for me and my daughter, beautifully clean, fresh and tidy. Everything was available in the kitchen area that we needed. There is lovely underfloor heating which makes the suite very pleasant, even if it is cold. It's in a very peaceful area and lovely to escape to. The garden is a lovely peaceful informal garden with beautiful large trees. It's incredibly good value for what you pay. We will definitely use it again. Cherrene and Roy have a winning recipe!

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Wow, Hannelie, what a lovely review, you melt my heart, thank you! Sjoe, your comments make Roy and I feel fabulous! We loved interacting with you and your lovely daughter and can't wait to host you again!

Warmest of wishes,
Sherrene and Roy.

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

Vriendelike eienaars en baie netjiese eenhede. Beslis die moeite werd!

Woodlands Retreat is 'n lieflike plek met vriendelike eienaars. Hulle laat jou tuis voel en die eenhede is netjies en goed toegerus met die nodige goed. Waarde vir geld en beslis die moeite werd om daar te oornag.

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Friendly owners and very neat units. Definitely worth it!

Woodlands Retreat is a lovely place with friendly owners. They make you feel at home and the units are neat and well equipped with the necessary things. Value for money and definitely worth staying the night there.

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Thania M - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Thania M
Individual traveller

Wonderful place to stay.

I really enjoyed my stay. Clean and neat. Cleaned every day. Very friendly hosts that went the extra mile. Will recommend them to anyone and will definitely go back.

Marius E - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marius E
Large group

Wonderlik, rustigheid, pragtige natuur.

Die plek is mooi, skoon en goed versorg. Die gasvrou en heer was ongelooflik en het absoluut uit hul pad gegaan om ons te akkommodeer en tuis te laat voel.

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Wonderful, tranquility, beautiful nature.

The place is beautiful, clean and well maintained. The hostess and gentleman were amazing and went absolutely out of their way to accommodate us and make us feel at home.

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Corne D - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Corne D
With partner

Vriendelike, behulpsame gashere.

Netjiese, skoon akkommodasie op 'n eko-vriendelike perseel.

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Friendly, helpful hosts.

Neat, clean accommodation on eco-friendly premises.

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Liana M - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liana M
With friends

Dit was baie lekker en netjies.

Naby aan alles, met mooi uitsigte op die berge. Baie netjies en baie vriendelike mense.

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It was very nice and neat.

Close to everything, with beautiful views of the mountains. Very neat and very friendly people.

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Kurt M - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Kurt M
With partner

Had a wonderful time, hosts made us feel very welcome.

The hosts went out of their way to tell us of places to go even drawing a map to get us to the correct place. The room was kept spotless. We received tea, coffee, milk and rusks each day. Our hostess knew of many places to visit in the area and could give us a bit of information on each place, this made it more pleasant to visit these places with a bit of background. Thank you for such a good holiday!

Anina W - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Anina W
Family with teenagers

Peaceful long weekend.

The cabin was very small - and we actually expected it to have one separate bedroom with the bunk beds in the living area. But it was all just in one room, however - the cabin was very neat and clean and with all the needed items. Also, a very nice gesture to provide rusks, coffee, tea and milk every day - and a cleaning service included.

Ansie A - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Ansie A
With partner

Baie lekker gebly.

Die spasie was bietjie beknop, maar het nogsteeds heerlik gebly.

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Very nice stay.

The space was a bit cramped, but still remained lovely.

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Monica V - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Monica V
On business

Kind and friendly host. Out of the way but close to everything stay.

Comfortable stay. Little extras can be added. Nice coffee, corkscrew to open wine. Spotlessly clean and tidy and overall good value for money.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hello Monica
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy you had a comfortable stay. Apologies for the absence of a corkscrew for your wine, every suite has one, so a guest may have mistakenly packed it on departure. Rest assured we will replace it pronto!!
Warm regards
Sherrene and Roy

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Paul N - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Paul N
With partner

Nie te sleg nie.

Sou dit reën of koud wees, is jy vasgevang in klein kamertjie sonder televisie. Internet is kragtig.

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Not too bad.

Should it rain or be cold, you are trapped in a small room without a television. Internet is powerful.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you for giving us a 5 out of 5 for Service and Cleanliness, we really appreciate it. Apologies for the weather, out of our control, along with eskom and telkom supply.
Thanks for taking time to do a review.

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Tjaart E - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tjaart E
On business

Pragtige gaste huis

Omgewing pragtig en baie rustig en het baie om te sien

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Beautiful guest house

Environment beautiful and very peaceful and has a lot to see

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

Baie lekker gemaklik en rustig.

Ons was baie gasvry ontvang, baie gemaklik en baie rustig. Baie lekker knus en snoesig. Regtig 'n aangename naweek gehad!

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Very comfortable and peaceful.

We were very hospitably received, very comfortable and very peaceful. Very cozy and cuddly. Really had a pleasant weekend!

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

A home from home. Friendly family feel in a beautiful location.

An amazing B&B with everything you need for a peaceful and lovely stay in Clarens. A definite place to revisit.

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

Rustige atmosfeer in die natuur - lieflike voëllewe en natuurgeluide.

Verblyf pragtig, baie skoon en netjies met so tikkie ekstra om jou spesiaal te laat voel.

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Peaceful atmosphere in nature - lovely birdlife and nature sounds.

Beautiful accommodation, very clean and tidy with that extra touch to make you feel special.

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Wendy N - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Wendy N
With partner

Baie lekker gebly!

Pragtige eenheid, netjies en baie skoon. Sal dit beslis aanbeveel.

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Very nice stay!

Beautiful unit, neat and very clean. Would definitely recommend it.

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

Rustig en ontspannend.

WiFi 'n groot pluspunt.

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Peaceful and relaxing.

WiFi a big plus.

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Pieter D - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pieter D
With partner

Voorste kamers is baie aangenaam. Onmoontlik vir bejaardes en gestremdes om by agterste kamers uit te kom.

Webblad en advertensie is nie duidelik oor watter kamer by die naam pas nie en geen aanduiding word gegee dat daar sommige kamers is wat agter die eenheid is wat moeilik bereikbaar is en op slordige agterplaas uitkyk nie. Verteenwoordiger van die gastehuis was baie behulpsaam en akkommoderend, wat die situasie beredder het.

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Front rooms are very pleasant. Impossible for the elderly and disabled to get to back rooms.

Website and ad are not clear about which room matches the name and no indication is given that there are some rooms that are at the back of the unit that are difficult to access and overlook untidy backyard. Representative of the guest house was very helpful and accommodating, which resolved the situation.

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Sandra V - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Sandra V
With partner

Jessie and Joe were very good hosts.

See stars.

Louisa G - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Louisa G
With partner

Slegs vir oorslaap.

Nie geskik as chalet/self catering nie. Geen kosmaakgeriewe nie, en kamer te klein. Daarom is dit net geskik vir oornag.

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For overnight stays only.

Not suitable as chalet/self catering. No cooking facilities, and room too small. Therefore, it is only suitable for overnight.

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Karen M - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karen M
With friends

Very enjoyable.

I would recommend Woodlands Retreat to anyone looking for a quiet breakaway. The room was exceptionally clean with a lot of attention to all the small details.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Dear Karen,

Thank you for your kind recommendation. We are pleased everything went well.

We look forward to seeing you again,

Regards,
Woodlands Retreat

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

Dit was heerlik. Hulle het uit hulle pad gegaan om ons te akkomodeer.

Dit was baie ontspannend. Is baie veilig. Die kamers is netjies. Hulle is behulpsaam en vriendelik. Het ons besoek daar beslis geniet en sal hulle weer besoek.

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It was lovely. They went out of their way to accommodate us.

It was very relaxing. Is very safe. The rooms are neat. They are helpful and friendly. Have definitely enjoyed our visit there and will visit them again.

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Beste Elizabeth,

Dankie vir die vriendelike woorde. Dit was ook wonderlik om u hier te ontvang.

Ons sien daarna uit daarna om u binnekort weer the huisves.

Regards,
Woodlands Retreat

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Rozanne E - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rozanne E
Large group

Huislik, baie netjies en aandag word gegee aan die kleinste detail.

Ons was so hartlik verwelkom en al was dit koud was die kamer lekker warm met die verwarmer en warm komberse op al die beddens. Baie dankie, Joe, vir 'n heerlike nagrus, ons kom beslis weer.

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Homely, very neat and attention to detail.

We had a very friendly reception and although it was cols, the room was nice and warm with the heater and warm blankets on all the beds.Thank you, Joe, for a great night's rest. Will be back.

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Dis goed om te hoor. Ons sien uit daarna om u binnekort weer te sien.

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Panajiotaki (taki) K - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Panajiotaki (taki) K
With partner

Nice and comfortable, just what we needed.

We wanted for nothing, nice touch with a jug of fresh milk in the fridge. Had a good overnight break.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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Wilandi L - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wilandi L
With partner

Baie rustig en cosy.

Als wat ek benodig het was beskikbaar. Dit was 'n ongelooflike ondervinding, en gemaklik. Ek sal beslis weer daar gaan bly.

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Very quiet and cozy.

Everything I needed was available. It was an amazing experience, and comfortable. I will definitely stay there again.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Beste Wilandi,

Dit was so koud toe u ons besoek het, maar tog is ons so bly dat ons u verblyf warm en knus kon maak. Ons sal u graag wil sien, miskien in die somer wanneer Clarens 'n totale ander voorkoms het!

Groete,
Die Woodlands Retreat Span

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Sindi R - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sindi R
With partner

It's a beautiful place to be, we really enjoyed our stay, thank you.

Pleased, they are very friendly and welcoming. We are definitely coming back again.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Dear Sindi,

Thank you for your kind words. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you again soon in summer when Clarens wears a totally different dress and is bright, green and beautiful!

Warm regards,
The Woodlands Retreat Team

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Corrie P - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Corrie P
With partner

Gemaklik en vriendelik.

Kamers is egter nie baie ruim nie. Vir 'n kort verblyf kan 'n mens dit nog maak werk.

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Comfortable and friendly.

However, rooms are not very spacious. For a short stay one can still make it work.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Dear Corrie,

Thank you for your review.

We have different sizes of rooms and each is priced accordingly. We would love to host you again. In the future, please send us a note to be sure you are booking the larger, more spacious suites.

Warm regards,
Sherrene

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Jacques Q - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacques Q
On business

A beautiful and tranquil environment, a short walk from the Centre of Clarens.

I arrived frazzled after two hectic weeks on the road throughout SA, on business. Within 10 minutes I was relaxing in this beautiful and tranquil setting. The environment is so peaceful, and yet only a short walk to the centre of Clarens. I was well taken care of and will definitely return.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Dear Jacques,

We are so delighted that you felt so relaxed at Woodlands Retreat and that you could restore your tranquility in our peaceful setting. You are a great guest and we really look forward to seeing you again soon.

Warm regards,
The Woodlands Retreat Team

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Wian G - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wian G

Rustige ontspannende naweek met die stilte van Clarens op jou voorstoep.

Die ontvangs by Woodlands Retreat was vriendelik en gasvry. Ons het dadelik tuis gevoel en veilig. Die verblyf was skoon en netjies. Die uitleg van die kamer was goed. Ons sal Woodlands Retreat aanbeveel vir enige iemand wat lus het om weg te breek om die stilte van Clarens te geniet.

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Quiet relaxing weekend with the silence of Clarens on your doorstep.

The reception at Woodlands Retreat was friendly and hospitable. We immediately felt at home and safe. The accommodation was clean and tidy. The layout of the room was good. We would recommend Woodlands Retreat to anyone fancying a break away to enjoy the quiet of Clarens.

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Beste Wian,

Ons is so bly dat u u verblyf by ons geniet het. Ons hou ook van die rustigheid van die omgewing en is mal daaroor om die gevoel van ontspanning vir ons gaste te skep.

Ons hoop om u binnekort weer te sien.

Groete
Die Woodlands Span

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Annalie L - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annalie L
With partner

Heerlike bederf!

Wat 'n plesier om hier te kon oornag. Alles was só netjies en goed toegerus. Die bederf sjampanje en koue bier in die yskas was só 'n lekker verrassing! Ons kom definitief weer!

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Delicious treat!

What a pleasure to be able to spend the night here. Everything was so neat and well equipped. The spoiled champagne and cold beer in the fridge was such a nice surprise! We will definitely come again!

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Dankie vir die vriendelike woorde. Ons sien uit daarna om u binnekort weer te huisves.

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Michiel J - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Michiel J
With partner

Gemaklik, netjies en skoon.

Sien sterre.

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Comfortable, neat and clean.

See stars.

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Baie dankie vir jul kuiertjie! Ons is bly julle was tevrede met alles!

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Juanita E - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Juanita E
With friends

Dit was lieflik gewees.

Dit was baie mooi in Clarens, ons het dit baie geniet.

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It had been lovely.

It was very nice in Clarens, we really enjoyed it.

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Beste Juanita.

Ons is bly u het u besoek aan Clarens baie geniet! U moet kom kyk hoe mooi dit in die somer is met alles in al die groen skakerings wat u u kan voorstel.

Ons hoop dat u binnekort weer kom kuier!

Groete
Die Woodlands Retreat Span

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

Lekker oornagfasiliteit.

Woodlands is goed as ‘n oornagbasis om die Clarens-area te verken. Die kamers is netjies, klein en goed as slaapfasiliteit.

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Nice overnight facility.

Woodlands is a good overnight base to explore the Clarens area. The rooms are neat, small and good as a sleeping facility.

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Beste Carel,

Ons is bly dat u 'n goeie besoek gehad het en dat u die nodige geriewe aangebied het. Ons sien uit daarna dat u weer sal oorbly.

Groete
Die Woodlands Span

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Elsjé G - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Elsjé G
Family with young children

'n Lieflike wegbreek.

Baie lekker gebly. Cherry Cottage waarin ons gebly het was perfek vir ons gesin met 'n seuntjie van 6. Beddens in kamer, almal met warmkomberse.

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A lovely getaway.

Very nice stay. Cherry Cottage we stayed in was perfect for our family with a boy of 6. Beds in room, all with warm blankets.

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Beste Elsje,

Ons is bly jy het dit geniet. Die warm komberse in die winter is 'n plesier!

Ons sien uit daarna om u binnekort weer te sien.

Groete,
Woodlands Retreat

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Johan K - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Johan K
With partner

Aangename verblyf.

Skoon en netjies. Kamer is ietwat beknop.

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Pleasant stay.

Clean and tidy. Room is somewhat cramped.

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Martin C - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Martin C
With partner

Het lekker gebly, in die winter is die tuin maar vaal.

Het nie baie tyd in woonstel spandeer nie, net basies oornag. Die geriewe was voldoende en skoon.

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Had a nice stay, in the winter the garden is dull.

Didn't spend much time in apartment, just basically overnight. The facilities were adequate and clean.

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Ja, dit is baie droog in die winter. Ons sien uit daarna om u binnekort weer te huisves in die somer.

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Elna T - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Elna T
With partner

Netjies en naby senter.

Alles was netjies en daagliks skoongemaak en dit is loopafstand van hart van Clarens.

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Neat and near center.

Everything was neat and daily cleaning and it's walking distance to the heart of Clarens.

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Beste Elna,

Dankie vir u kommentaar oor die netheid en die netheid van die kamers. Ons streef daarna om die gemaklikste verblyf vir ons gaste te bied.

Clarens is so 'n klein dorpie en dit is wonderlik dat jy kan stap na byna oral waarheen jy wil gaan.

Ons sien uit daarna om u binnekort weer te sien.

Groete
Die Woodlands Retreat Span

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Hannes D - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Hannes D
With partner

Gelukkig was dit net een aand.

Die plekkie is so klein dat dit eintlik 'n frustrasie is om daar te bly. Selfs met 20% af was dit steeds nie waarde vir geld nie.

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Luckily it was only one night.

The place is so small that it is actually a frustration to stay there. Even with 20% off it was still not value for money.

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Stephanie P - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephanie P
With partner

Excellent first-time stay at Woodlands Retreat! Will definitely be back!

Our honeymoon week at Woodlands Retreat was better than we could have expected. Joe - thank you for excellent communications regarding our stay, and for going above and beyond to make our week unforgettable. Thank you to Emma for excellent house-keeping. We will definitely recommend Woodlands Retreat and we'll be back!

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Stephanie,
We are so very pleased to read that you had a wonderful stay, great feedback for the Woodlands Team as we all try hard to welcome our guests with open arms, trusting that the memories will last. It definitely sounds as if yours will especially as it was and extra special occasion being your honeymoon.
We wish you all the very best stepping forward into your new future!
Warmest of regards,
All of us at Woodlands Retreat

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Stephanie P - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephanie P
With partner

Excellent stay!

What an amazing stay! Excellent communication from Joe and housekeeping! Woodlands went the extra mile to ensure that our honeymoon week in Clarens was relaxing and enjoyable. Thank you!

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Wow Stephanie, two wonderful reviews, so lovely to receive such warm appreciative comments. We are thrilled that you had a great honeymoon! All the very best in your new future.
Warmest of regards,
The Woodlands Team

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Mpho R - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mpho R
With partner

It was an amazing stay and so well accommodated by Sherrene and Joe!

I loved it here, peaceful and amazing people all around.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Mpho,
Thank you for your great review, peace is the name of the game here at Woodlands Retreat, we really endeavor to ensure it remains so!
Warm regards,
The Woodlands Team

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

Rustig.

Pragtige area. Baie stil en rustig.

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Restful.

Beautiful area. Very quiet and peaceful.

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Beste Hannelie,
Baie dankie vir jou wonderlike resensie!
Vriendelike Groete,
Die Woodlands Span

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Rina S - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rina S
With partner

Fantasties.

Woodlands is 'n baie oulike plek, vriendelike personeel, baie netjies, rustig en alles wat jy nodig het is daar. Ons sal Woodlands beslis weer besoek.

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Fantastic.

Woodlands is a very cute place, friendly staff, very neat, peaceful and everything you need is there. We will definitely visit Woodlands again.

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Hi Rina, thank you so much for your comments. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future.

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Claudia W - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Claudia W
With partner

Lovey rooms and super service.

Lovely clean and well equipped rooms. Perfect for a couple. The service was wonderful and the setting very picturesque. I imagine in summer, must be beautiful.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Claudia, thank you for your very generous ratings. Please do come back in summer, it really is a beautiful time of year to visit us here at Woodlands Retreat.

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Lawren O - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lawren O
With friends

Het net een aand oorgeslaap.

Uitstekende verblyf en was baie gasvry ontvang. Sal definitief weer daar oorbly en het rustigheid geniet.

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Only stayed over one night.

Excellent stay and was very hospitably received. Would definitely stay there again and enjoyed the tranquility.

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Hi Lawren, thank you so much for your comments and we look forward to hosting you and your friends in the future.

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Roxanne V - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Roxanne V
With partner

Pragtig, netjiese en warm verblyf.

Die eenheid was baie netjies en heerlik warm met elektriese kombers en ondervloerse verhitting.

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Beautiful, neat and warm accommodation.

The unit was very neat and warm with electrical blankets and underfloor heating.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Roxanne, thank you for your comments we really do appreciate feedback from our guests but also try to improve on our services for future guests. Please do visit again in the summer months, it is a very beautiful part of the world in summer.

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Jaco G - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco G
With partner

Very cosy.

We enjoyed our stay very much. Even in the cold of July we were very cosy with the underfloor heating and warm blankets.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Jaco, for your comments and ratings. We really do appreciate this sort of feedback from our guests. We also hope to see you and your partner back in summer, when it is very pretty and of course warmer.

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Chantal H - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chantal H
With partner

Baie rustige omgewing, naby aan alles. Ons het lekker gerus!

Baie oulike blyplekkie, sal definitief weer daar oorbly!

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Very peaceful environment, close to everything. We had a good rest!

Very cute place to stay, will definitely stay there again!

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Hi Chantal, thank you so much for your ratings, we really do appreciate our past guests opinions on our facilities. We look forward to seeing you again.

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Petro C - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Petro C
With partner

Heerlik ongekompliseerd.

Dit was silwerskoon en heerlik ongekompliseerd.

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Lovely and uncomplicated.

It was super clean and uncomplicated.

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Hi Petro, thank you for your comment on your room and your stay. We really do appreciate a happy guest, please visit us again in the summer.

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Cynthia V - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cynthia V
With partner

Pragtige, netjiese omgewing en ons het so welkom gevoel.

Wat 'n aangename ondervinding! Die eienaars gaan uit hulle pad om jou welkom te laat voel. Plek is baie goed ingerig. Werklik goeie waarde vir geld.

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Beautiful, neat surroundings and we felt so welcome.

What a pleasant experience! The owners go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Place is very well furnished. Really good value for money.

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Thank you Cynthia, we really appreciate your comments and look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Warm regards
Sherrene

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Rodney G - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rodney G
Individual traveller

Neat, simple and good value for money.

The owners are very welcoming and the premises are very well maintained.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Rodney, your review is much appreciated.
Warm regards
Sherrene and Roy

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Holly J - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Holly J
With partner

Lovely hosts. Fantastic location. Everything you need.

Pretty garden. Private and discreet. Home from home.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you for your lovely review, Holly we appreciate it.

Warm regards
Sherrene and Roy

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Marlyn B - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marlyn B
With partner

Skoon, rustig.

Ons is goed ontvang en kamer is pragtig. En baie skoon. Alles wat jy nodig het is in die kamer om jou verblyf gemaklik te maak. Ons sou dalk net 'n radio of klein TV daar wou hê.

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Clean, peaceful.

We were well received and the room is beautiful. And very clean. Everything you need is in the room to make your stay more comfortable. We would've liked a radio or a small TV.

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Beste Marlyn,

Dit is vir my aangenaam om te sien dat u u verblyf geniet het. U terugvoer is vir ons belangrik.

Ons het 'n fantastiese Wi-Fi konneksie en miskien kan u u selfoon gebruik om radio te stroom. Ons probeer ons gaste 'n rustige en ander ervaring bied as wat hulle tuis het en om die stilte van die omgewing te geniet.

Groete
Die Woodlands Retreat Span

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Rob M - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rob M
With friends

Warm, friendly, clean and comfortable.

From booking in to departure, everything was as it should be, clean and well run. Great facilities, and lovely decor in the room, and outside. Will definitely return to Woodlands Retreat, and recommend to friends.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Rob, it was great to host you, we really appreciate your great review and look forward to hosting you and your friends in the future.
Warmest of regards,
All of the Woodlands Retreat Team

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

It's actually just a bedroom with a porch without much privacy. It's not self-catering.

They call it a mini self-catering but there is only a fridge and microwave in the 4mx4m bedroom corner with a hotplate in the cupboard. The people are friendly but it did not meet my expectations.

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P F - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
P F
With partner

Die eenhede is skoon. Bietjie beknop so ek beveel net 2 mense per eenheid aan.

Clarens is 'n baie mooi naweek wegbreek. Woodlands is baie mooi. Mens ontspan sonder elektronika hier.

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The units are clean. A bit cramped so I recommend only 2 people per unit.

Clarens is a very nice weekend getaway. Woodlands is very beautiful. One relaxes without electronics here.

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Thank you Pieter, we are happy you liked Woodlands.
Warm regards, Sherrene

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Cornelia Elizabeth K - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Cornelia Elizabeth K
Family with teenagers

Wonderlik. Elke oomblik geniet.

Ons het die gasvrye ontvangs baie waardeer. Asook die netheid en volledig ingerigte kamers. Alles het honderd persent gewerk, en ons het die warm beddens waardeer. Baie dankie.

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Wonderful. Enjoyed every moment.

We appreciated the hospitable reception. As well as the neatness and fully equipped rooms. Everyhting worked 100% and we enjoyed the warm beds. Thank you.

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Hi Roelien, thank you some much for your feedback. We look forward to your next visit and will definitely make sure your stay is a pleasant one.

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Chris L - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Chris L
With partner

Gemaklike verblyf in rustige omgewing.

Die kothius is mooi en gerieflik in 'n baie rustige omgewing.

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Comfortable accommodation in peaceful surroundings.

The kothius is beautiful and comfortable in a very peaceful environment.

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Dear Chris,

Thank you for choosing us, we are glad you enjoyed yourselves!

Warm regards,
Sherrene

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Johan M - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan M
With partner

Netjies en skoon

Spasie van woonplek is baie beperk. Letterlik net slaapplek. Baie netjies en skoon binne. Ook lekker warm vir die winter. 'n Lekker oornagplek.

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Neat and clean.

Space is limited. Just space to sleep. Vert neat and clean inside. Also nice and warm in the winter. A nice overnight.

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Beste Bronwen,

Ons is tevrede om te sien dat u u verblyf geniet het. U terugvoer is vir ons belangrik.

Ons het verskillende kamergroottes en opsies wat u moontlik kan probeer die volgende keer as u ons besoek.

Groete
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Renier M - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Renier M
With partner

Dit was baie lekker.

Ek sal my vriende en familie aanbeveel.

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It was very nice.

I will recommend my friends and family.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Renier, thank you for your feedback, as with all our other guests we do appreciate your opinions and ratings. We are continually striving to improve our service and facilities. Regards Woodlands Retreat Team.

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Steve-neil A - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Steve-neil A
With partner

Al wat ons nodig gehad het van die besige stadslewe.

Die verblyf by Woodlands was rustig, eenheid was goed ingerig, gasvry.

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All we needed from the busy city life.

The stay at Woodlands was peaceful, unit was well furnished, hospitable.

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Thank you Neil, we are so pleased you had a chance to rest and recharge.
Warm regards,
Sherrene

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Cecilia G - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Cecilia G
With friends

Baie klein en nie reg vir 2 persone nie. Baie ongemaklik.

Definitief nie reg vir 2 persone wat nie saam wil slaap nie. Baie klein was ongemaklik met die klein plek.

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Very small and not right for 2 people. Very uncomfortable.

Definitely not right for 2 people who don't want to sleep together. Very small was uncomfortable with the small place.

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Annelie V - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Annelie V

Rustig.

Die kamers was baie netjies en skoon. Een kamer was egter baie warm en bied nie beskerming teen die oggendson nie. Die opset lewer min privaatheid van ander gaste.

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Restful.

The rooms were very neat and clean. However, one room was very hot and did not offer protection from the morning sun. The setting provides little privacy from other guests.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Best Annelie,

Baie dankie vir u eerlike terugvoer, ons waardeer u kommentaar opreg.

Ons let op die saak van die son en die gebrek aan privaatheid sodat ons hierop kan verbeter.

Groete
Die Woodlands Span

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Yvonne D - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Yvonne D
With partner

Found the room we were in too cramped for a couple.

It was like a hotel single room size and not adequate for a weekend stay. Found the room not up to standard as a self-catering place. Too small for a weekend.

Naomi G - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
1/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Naomi G
With partner

Was bietjie teleurgesteld.

Alhoewel die mense vriendelik was, is ons bietjie teleurgesteld. Ons is op ons wittebrood en het 'n kamer vir ons twee bespreek en betaal. Op aankoms is ons gesê 'n ander paartjie wou langer bly en ons het toe 'n kamer met 5 beddens gekry wat soos 'n backpackers gevoel het. Die view van ons kamer was glad nie soos op die foto's nie en ons was nie beïndruk nie. Die toilet het ook nie gewerk nie. Ons sal nie weer teruggaan nie.

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Was a bit disappointed.

Although the people were friendly, we are a bit disappointed. We are on our honeymoon and have booked and paid for a room for the two of us. On arrival we were told another couple wanted to stay longer and we were then given a room with 5 beds which felt like a backpackers. The view from our room was not at all like in the photos and we were not impressed. The toilet didn't work either. We will not go back again.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Naomi, we are so sorry about that. I do remember you and your husband and the change of accommodation. Unfortunately, the couple before you decided to extend their stay so we had to move you, to what we thought would be a bigger room. Once again please accept our sincere apologies.

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Nicky A - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicky A

Wonderlike plek!

Gemaklike kamers, pragtige tuin en ons het die braai geriewe baie geniet!

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Wonderful place!

Comfortable rooms, beautiful garden and we really enjoyed the braai facilities!

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Dear Nicky
Thank you for your 5-star review, we are so pleased you loved staying at Woodlands Retreat.
Warmest of regards
Sherrene and Roy

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Alma B - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alma B
With partner

Heerlik.

Skoon en naby alles! Gerieflik.

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Delicious.

Clean and close to everything! Comfortable.

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Dear Alma,
Thank you for your 5-star rating, we really appreciate it.
Warm regards
Sherrene & Roy

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Ursula D - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ursula D

Rustige, pragtige plek.

Die ligging was perfek, rustige, pragtige plek, baie skoon en netjies. Die jong mense het dit geniet.

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Quiet, beautiful place.

The location was perfect, peaceful, beautiful place, very clean and tidy. The young people enjoyed it.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Dear Ursula
Thank you for your review, we are so pleased you enjoyed yourselves and thanks for the 5-star review.

Warm regards
Sherrene & Roy

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Heinrich D - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Heinrich D
Family with young children

Perfekte ligging. Waarde vir geld.

Die diens en gasvryheid het ons die meeste beïndruk.

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Perfect location. Value for money.

The service and hospitality impressed us the most.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Dear Heinrich

Thank you for your appreciative review and 5 star rating.

Warm regards
Sherrene and Roy

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Jan G - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jan G
With partner

Uitstekend, rustig en salig.

Dit is 'n baie mooi plekkie. Uitstekende diens en kry meer as waarde vir geld.

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Excellent, peaceful and blissful.

It is a very beautiful place. Excellent service and get more than value for money.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Dear Jan
Thank you for your lovely review and of course your 5-star rating, much appreciated.

Warm regards

Sherrene and Roy

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Leoné M - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leoné M

Fantastiese wegbreek in die prentjie mooie Clarens!

Woodlands was selfs in die wintermaand mooi. Sherrene en Roy was baie gasvry en was vriendelik met die aankoms. Baie gemaklike en mooi kamer met al die geriewe wat mens benodig. Sal beslis weer besoek.

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Fantastic getaway in picturesque Clarens!

Woodlands was beautiful even during the winter months. Sherrene and Roy were very hospitable and friendly on arrival. Very comfortable and nice room with all the amenities you may need. Will definitely stay here again.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you, Leone. It was lovely having you here and especially hearing you and your husband's happy laughter throughout your stay. We welcome you again anytime. Warmest of regards, Sherrene and Roy, Woodlands Retreat.

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Johan V - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan V
Family with young children

Ontspannende atmosfeer, huislike en warm mense.

Huis is waar die hart is gedefinieer. Hierdie plek en sy eienaars het hart.

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Relaxing atmosphere, homey and warm people.

Home is where the heart is personified. This place and its owners have heart.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Johan.
You melt our hearts with your lovely comments. We enjoyed having you visit and look forward to seeing you another time.
Warm regards Sherrene and Roy

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Stephen V - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephen V
With partner

Die vriendelikste mense en so hulpvaardig. Hulle het Clarens lekker gemaak.

Die vriendelikste mense en so hulpvaardig. Hulle het Clarens lekker gemaak.

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Friendliest people, so helpful.

They made Clarens enjoyable.

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Hi Stephen, It was lovely having you and we are sooo pleased you enjoyed Clarens so much. Would love to see you both on your next trip to Clarens.
Warmest of regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Glen K - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Glen K
With friends

Wonderful, neat and friendly retreat.

For our first experience in Clarence we had a great weekend. Owners were very friendly and accommodation was superb.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Glen, we are so pleased your overall experience with us and in clarens was enjoyable.

Warm regards
Sherrene and Roy

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Werner K - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Werner K
Individual traveller

Baie netjies en skoon met al die luukshede wat nodig is. Beste waarde vir geld in Clarens.

Kamer was skoon en netjies. Alles wat nodig was, was beskikbaar met puik linne en beddens en ondervloerseverhitting ens. Puik waarde vir geld!

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Very neat and clean with all the necessary luxuries. Best value for your money in Clarens.

Clean and neat room. Equipped with all the necessities, excellent linen and beds. Even had underfloor heating etc. Excellent value for money!

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Hi Werner

Thank you for your great review, we so appreciate your comments and look forward to hosting you another time.

Warmest of regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Rebecca D - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rebecca D
With friends

Great location - in town, yet away from the noise of the Clarens Beerfest!

We will be back! So glad to have discovered you - thank you for your hospitality (and the rusks and real milk in the fridge - bonus!)

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Rebecca,
Thank you so much for expressing your appreciation! Roy said you were a fab group and he really enjoyed your youthful energy!
I look forward to meeting you next time.
Warmest of regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Elaine T - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Elaine T
With partner

Rustig, vrede, naby aan die natuur. Doodstil, hoor net die voëltjies fluit! Binne loopafstand aan Clarence se sentrale dorp.

Baie rustig en stil, naby die sentrale deel van Clarens. Kan loop met rustige paaidjies tussen die berge. Sit op die stoepie en verwonder jou aan die berge wat jou omring. Great plek.

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Quiet, peace, close to nature. Dead quiet, just hear the birds chirping! Within walking distance of Clarence's central town.

Very peaceful and quiet, close to the central part of Clarens. Can walk with quiet paths between the mountains. Sit on the porch and marvel at the mountains that surround you. Great place.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Baie Dankie Elaine, we are sooo very pleased you enjoyed your stay and the tranquility of Woodlands Retreat. We look forward to seeing you again.
Warm regards
Sherrene and Roy

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

Vriendelike ontvangs, gemaklike, no fuss verblyf.

Dis die eerste keer wat ons Clarens besoek het, nie geweet wat om te verwag nie. Op pad is ons gebel om te hoor of alles in die hak is, en teen hoe laat hulle ons kan verwag. Ons het dadelik gemaklik gevoel en is vriendelik gegroet en verduidelik wat te doen is en so paar ervarings vertel, mens kon nie anders as om uit te sien na 'n goeie wegbreek nie. Verblyf was skoon en gemaklik, alles nodig vir 'n wegbreek van die stad is daar, sal dit graag weer doen, en is klaar besig om weer 'n naweekwegbreek te reël.

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Friendly reception, comfortable, no fuss accommodation.

It's the first time we visited Clarens, didn't know what to expect. On the way we were called to find out if everything was in order, and at what time they could expect us. We immediately felt comfortable and were greeted kindly and explained what to do and told a few experiences, one could not help but look forward to a good break. Accommodation was clean and comfortable, everything needed for a break away from the city is there, would love to do it again, and am already planning another weekend break.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you, Stephan! We appreciate you noticing the little things like our connecting with you whilst you were travelling. We enjoyed you visiting us and are thrilled that you liked Clarens so much! Look forward to seeing you again.

Warm regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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

Heerlik rustig en ontspanne.

Baie dankie vir 'n rustige verblyf by julle. Ons het lekker gerus. Dankie vir 'n baie spesiale piekniek ontbyt, ons kan dit beslis aanbeveel. Sien uit na 'n volgende kuier by julle.

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Wonderfully peaceful and relaxed.

Thank you very much for a peaceful stay with you. We rested well. Thank you for a very special picnic breakfast, we can definitely recommend it. Looking forward to a next visit with you.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Baie Dankie Magda, we are happy you had a lovely rest and enjoyed our newly added option for a piekniek ontbyt and yes we look forward to seeing you both again.

Warm regards
Sherrene

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William V - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
William V
Individual traveller

Ek was tevrede met die akkommodasie.

Die eienaar was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Die prys was wel duurder as wat ek elders op my reis betaal het.

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I was satisfied with the accommodation.

The owner was very friendly and helpful. The price was more expensive than what I paid elsewhere on my trip.

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Thank you William.

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Dennis L - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Dennis L
With partner

Perfekte omgewing om battery te laai.

Dankie vir julle moeite om rustige, mooi en aangename omgewing te skep vir moeë stadsjapies. Jul warm vriendelike ontvangs word waardeer! Sal jul graag weer wil besoek.

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Perfect environment to charge battery.

Thank you for your effort to create a peaceful, beautiful and pleasant environment for tired city dwellers. Your warm friendly reception is appreciated! Would love to visit you again.

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Dear Dennis,
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased you relaxed and enjoyed yourselves.
Warm regards
Sherrene and Roy

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Chanelle E - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Chanelle E
With friends

Heerlike atmosfeer!

Het baie lekker gebly! Bietjie beknop en klein vir 4 volwassenes (die 5 bed cottage), maar sal beslis weer gaan! Het dit geniet. Het al die nodigste goed gehad.

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Great atmosphere!

Had a great stay! A bit cramped and small for 4 adults (the 5 bed cottage) but would definitely go again! Enjoyed it. Had all the essentials.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you very much, Chanelle. We look forward to seeing you all again. Warm regards Sherrene and Roy.

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Derick W - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Derick W
With partner

Het heerlik ontspan.

Die plek is netjies, sentraal geleë en veilig. Die kliëntediens was wonderlik en die mense se vriendelikheid en behulpsaamheid was net wow!

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Relaxed wonderfully.

The place is neat, centrally located and safe. The customer service was great and the people's friendliness and helpfulness was just wow!

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Dear Wassie and Olga,

Thank you very much for your review and especially for choosing to spend your Honeymoon here at Woodlands Retreat. We really appreciate it and look forward to seeing you again.

Warm regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Melony D - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Melony D
With friends

Lekker.

Elektriese hek sal groot verskil maak.

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Nice.

Electric gate will make a big difference.

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Meliza C - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Meliza C
Family with young children

Heerlike rustige verblyf.

Baie lekker gebly, pragtige plek en stapafstand van al die winkels.

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Lovely peaceful accommodation.

Enjoyed the stay, beautiful place, walking distance from all the shops.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Meliza

Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure hosting you and your family, your son was so amazingly well behaved and a very happy being, never once complaining or arguing, well done Mom & Dad.

We would love to have you visit again.

Warm regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Natasja V - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Natasja V
With partner

Rustig, skoon en stil.

Alhoewel ons net eintlik daar oorgeslaap het, was dit stil, rustig en skoon. Baie vriendelike gasvrou.

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Peaceful, clean and quiet.

Although we only actually slept there, it was quiet, peaceful and clean. Very friendly hostess.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Natasja,
We are happy you enjoyed your visit, the peace and tranquility. Good luck with your new venture. Thank you for the great rating.
Warm regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Lesley M - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lesley M
With partner

Gesellig, mooi, skoon, netjies, rustig.

Ons was ontmoet deur die eienaars, baie vriendelike mense. Die kamer was pragtig en mooi skoon en die bed was baie gemaklik. Geriewe was perfek gewees. Daar was tot 'n braaier, maar ons was te lui om dit te gebruik. Het baie lekker daar geslaap, sal vir seker weer daar slaap.

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Cozy, beautiful, clean, neat, peaceful.

We were met by the owners, very friendly people. The room was beautiful and clean and the bed was very comfortable. Amenities were perfect. There was even a braai, but we were too lazy to use it. Had a great sleep there, will definitely sleep there again.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Lesley,
Thank you for choosing us for your stop over, we are thrilled that you liked it so and wish to come back, we look forward to seeing you again. Thank you also for the great review!
Warm regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Bets J - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bets J
With partner

Fantasties!

Het vir 3 nagte oorgebly. Fantasties. Kamers besonder skoon en netjies. Vriendelike eienaars. Besorg oor hul besoekers. Bou voort op sulke fantastiese diens.

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Fantastic!

Styed 3 night. Fantastic. Clean and neat room. Friendly owners. Care about visitors. Keep up your great service!

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Bets, we really appreciate your review and rating. We are so happy that you chose Woodlands Retreat for your getaway. Our aim is to make sure you feel welcome and at home! We look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Warm regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Leandra Cecelia H - May 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leandra Cecelia H
With partner

Relaxing weekend at it's best.

We were greeted with smiles and open arms. Sherenne, her husband and all of their staff are truly wonderful people. We were blessed to enjoy such a lovely stay and experience the tranquility of the mountains. Great great fun.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Leandra, we are so thrilled that you enjoyed being here, we certainly loved having you both visit and would welcome you again anytime.
Warmest of regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Johan D - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan D
With partner

Baie veilig, netjies en gerieflik.

Ons is vriendelik ontvang. Dis baie veilig, netjies en gerieflik.

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Very safe, tidy and comfortable.

We were kindly received. It's very safe, neat and comfortable.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Johan!
It was lovely meeting you both and we would love to have you visit us again when you are in the Clarens area.
Warmest of regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Pl M - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pl M
With partner

Lekker!

Pragtige, skoon en netjiese kamer. Baie mooi tuin. Vriendelike en behulpsame gasheer en gasvrou.

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Nice!

Beautiful, clean and tidy room. Very nice garden. Friendly and helpful host and hostess.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Pieter-Louis,

Thank you for your great review! It was a pleasure hosting you!! We appreciate you selecting Woodlands Retreat for your getaway and we would love to have you visit again.

Warm regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Jurie V - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Jurie V
With partner

It was great, enjoyed relaxing in the garden.

We enjoyed our stay. The proximity to the center of the village is an added bonus. We specifically enjoyed being able to relax/braai in the garden.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Ji Jurie

We loved having you and your guests visiting us, such a nice vibe. We were very pleased to see you braaing in the garden and enjoying beautiful evenings. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.

Warmest of regards
Sherrene and Roy

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Corlene F - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Corlene F
With partner

Het bederf gevoel!

Wonderlike mense en perfek geleë om dorp en natuur te verken.

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Such a treat!

Wondeful people and perfectly located to explore the town and nature.

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Thank you Corlene, we are pleased you enjoyed yourselves!

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Gwyneth O - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Gwyneth O
With partner

We enjoyed our stay in Clarens and we felt satisfied with accomodation. It was great value for money.

The owners were very friendly and helpful and really made us feel welcome. We were warm as there was underfloor heating and the location was fantastic. Hope to return there one day.

Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Gwyneth, so pleased you felt warm and cozy. Relocating here from Ballito, this was our first winter, so we really focused on keeping everyone warm!! We look forward to your return.
Warm regards
Sherrene and Roy

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Barend G - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Barend G
With partner

Goeie oornagverblyf.

Kort net TV met DSTV.

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Good overnight stay.

Short only TV with DSTV.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Barend

Thank you for your review. This is only our 2nd comment regarding TV in our first year of operation. Our goals and aspirations are to enable guests to re-connect with the peace and tranquility of nature and spend quality time with their partners/family whilst really allowing themselves to relax, without the distraction of the unreal world of TV. So far by our reviews it seems we are achieving this aim. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. Warm regards Sherrene and Roy

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Estelle D - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Estelle D
With partner

Rustige verblyf met pragtige omgewing.

Was 'n heerlike ontspanne oornag. Hoop om weer daar te stop en al die beplande ontwikkeling in die tuin te geniet.

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Peaceful accommodation with beautiful surroundings.

Was a lovely relaxing overnight stay. Hope to stop there again and enjoy all the planned development in the garden.

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Hi Estelle,

Thank you for choosing Woodlands Retreat for your quick stop over. We appreciate your visit and review.

Warm regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Zandré E - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Zandré E
With friends

Oulik en snoesig.

Het heerlik gerus by Woodlands Retreat. Suite was baie netjies en skoon. Sal dit weer besoek!

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Cute and cosy.

We had a lovely stay at Woodlands Retreat. The suite was neat and clean. Will definitely visit again.

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Zandre it was great meeting you, we would love to have you visit again! Enjoy the rest of your break from varcity!

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Ria F - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Ria F
With partner

Baie rustig.

Lekker gebly. Die plek is nuut. Hulle is besig met nog kamers. Die tuin het baie aandag nodig, maar ek glo met tyd gaan dit 'n pragtig plekkie word.

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Very calm.

Nice stay. The place is new. They are busy with more rooms. The garden needs a lot of attention, but I believe that with time it will become a beautiful place.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Thank you Ria, it was lovely meeting you and we are so pleased you love our peaceful haven. Yes you are quite right our garden needs attention, if you had seen it a few months ago when we bought the property you would be amazed at how much we have done, we cant wait for spring when everything starts blossoming!
Take care hope to see you again one day.
Sherrene and Roy

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Ruan M - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Ruan M
With partner

Baie lekker plek.

Ons het sommer dadelik tuis gevoel.

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Very nice place.

We immediately felt at home.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Hi Ruan,
Thanks for choosing Woodlands Retreat, we are pleased you enjoyed your visit.
Warm regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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Johan S - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Johan S

Baie teleurgesteld.

Dit wat hulle adverteer is glad nie wat jy kry as jy daar kom nie.

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Very disappointed.

It wasn't as advertised at all.

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Woodlands Retreat 's response

Dear Johan
We feel very heart sore that Woodlands Retreat did not meet with your expectations. As you can see from all our previous reviews, we do our utmost to ensure our guests are happy and feel welcome. Unfortunately you did not discuss your grievances with us in person so we are at a disadvantage by not being given the opportunity to rectify them.
We wish you all the best in finding the perfect establishment in the future.
Regards,
Sherrene and Roy

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  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 493 Villiers Street, Clarens, 9707, Free State
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