Lovely round hut with comfortable bed and mozzie net and lovely walk-in bathroom. Nice verandah to sit out. Very quiet and relaxed and Little and her staff were helpful and accommodated all we wanted. Breakfast was good. Check out the chicken curry for dinner. Great location 5 mins walk to the wonderful Santosha beach bar - relax there on sunbeds in the day enjoying Babou's delicious smoothies. Return in the evening to take in the warmth of the fire and the rhythmical drumming under huge African starry skies.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing

Everything!

Stayed in March 2024

This is a wonderful, cozy place in the lap of nature. Аway from the noisy tourist places. We stayed 3 nights, and now we really regret not staying longer (so we are already thinking about the next trip to The Gambia to this place). A couple of minutes from the loft, there is a beautiful, almost deserted beach and a bar with incredible sunsets. And there is an incredible staff here who is ready to help with any little thing. Very tasty and fresh dishes are prepared by their chefs.

Stayed in March 2024

No complaints.

Little and her staff offer excellent hospitality and service. The property is serene, tucked away in the forest with only the sounds of the wind, birds and distant surf. The accommodation is clean and comfortable, though know that the shower water is tepid. The beach is a five-minute walk away. It is wide and extends for miles. There are little places where you can relax, purchase fresh juices and food. The meals are prepared to order, so let the staff know ahead of time what you'd like and when. Especially recommended are the shrimps in onion sauce. Little's also provides an excellent base for birdwatching in the Kartong area. Little's also is appealing in that it lacks the commercial feel of some of the larger and more expensive places.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing. Only WiFi connection a problem during the week - not the owners responsibility.......

Breakfast was excellent. Lots of tasty, warm fresh bread, fruit, locally made fruit preserves and honey. Eggs, Coffee etc. All visitors loved everything. Very helpful staff.

Stayed in March 2024

Our room (with ensuite WC and shower) abutted accommodation occupied by staff: terrible snoring! Non-shared "huts" are available - a better choice. The plastic waste on the beach is very distressing. Meals were always rather late (so walk before you eat!).

Secluded, shaded lodge that feels safe. Simple accommodation and a good choice simple meals - local recipes and ingredients. Not far from the beach. Very few people; peaceful. Good for birding: lots of ospreys (in February).

Stayed in February 2024

Excellent rooms in a wonderful garden with lots of exotic birds. Close to the beach and not far from the wetlands and the Allahein River in Kartong. Unique birdlife. The hosts and the staff are extremely helpful with anything you might desire. Delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Good WiFi.

Stayed in January 2024

I prefer softer mattress; but I’m sure that could’ve been arranged - I was being typically Swedish and not saying anything; but still might be good to know the mattresses are pretty firm.

The most tranquil little oasis. The beautiful people that work there put you right at ease; cooking wonderful food; offering any help; and just generally creating the peaceful atmosphere in this beautiful garden five min from the sea.

Stayed in February 2024

Everything good - simple standards.

Very friendly staff, good food, cozy environment and close to a FANTASTIC beach!

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing negative to say whatsoever.

Fantastic peaceful location Immaculately maintained Sunkar and Matthias are wonderful hosts. All of the staff are courteous and friendly. Food was decicious. Thanks Adama! Lamin’s adjacent beach bar is a great bonus.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing, I liked everything.

I can't choose one thing I liked the most cause everything and everyone were amazing. The hospitality, the environment, the food (thank you, Adama), the accomodation. I want to congratulate Little and Matthias because they should be proud of what they are building together.

Stayed in December 2023

Just small things, like adding a few extra hooks in the bathroom or a wardrobe that can be closed. Although I kept my clothes in the suitcase, which is fine as well ;). A floorpuller to dry the floor after having a shower or a small hook on the screen door to close it more easily. A reasonable stack of toiletpaper in the room would be good as well.

Searching for rest and nature this is the place to be! The retreat has an enormous variety of trees and birds. It's only a short walk to the spacious beach and lovely sea, which has a very nice temperate in this time of the year. If you're looking for luxury, don't expect the usual (European) standards, but for us running cold water and electricity are fine in this warm climate. Beds are fine and there's a mosquito net above the beds, so you don't need to bring your own. The team, consisting of the cook, the gardener and the cleaner are so nice. Adama, the cook, offers a good breakfast (included), lunch and diner. Just order upfront because it's all freshly bought. Little is managing the place and arranged two bikes for us to get to Kartung, which is a nice ride to a typical African village. Here you can change Euro's into Dalasi, easy for paying with the locals. Little accepts Euro's. On the Folongoroad between Little's and Kartung you'll find a supermarket and laundry.

Stayed in November 2023

It was an amazing little haven of tranquility

Stayed in July 2023

The only thing I want to warn against - the beaches are very dirty and littered. I did not dare to go into the water.

A few houses located in a beautiful garden, a kind hostess, delicious cuisine, birds singing all day and night, funny dogs accompanying you every step of the way Possibility to buy additional excursions, laundry, restaurant on site, good wifi. If you are looking for peace, unhurried rest, a truly African climate and hospitality - this place is perfect for you. If you care about the proximity of civilization, shops, beach infrastructure - look for another place.

Stayed in August 2023

the dogs are very protective which is lovely but they will follow you all the way to the beach and through your walk.

great evening meals, close to the beach, great value and relaxing.

Stayed in March 2023

Nothing. We liked everything. Perfect place.

Little ( who is the owner ) and also the people who work there were very very very nice. The best service you can find. And Little can and will help you with everything. Its a perfect place, with perfect food. Near a beautiful quiet beach. Also the people in the beach bar are very friendly and helpful. We would love to go back there for sure.

Stayed in February 2023

Understand that accommodation is modest, and this is not a "resort" experience. This is what makes it so special. The Kartung area is not particularly developed with tourist infrastructure. Again, this is a reason to go, as an independent traveller looking to escape the resorts further north.

Our stay at Little's was very special. We were practically the only guests, and welcomed more like friends or family. The location is well out of the tourist-mad Senegambia area, and really did feel like a retreat. The restaurant at Nemasu lodge was a lovely walk down the empty beach. Breakfast was wonderful every morning, and we also had dinner each night, of delicious fresh fish, cooked in the outdoor kitchen. Little has a guide on staff to bring tourists out on fishing trips on the river.

Stayed in December 2022

The bed was not so comfy.

We had a lovely and beautiful stay at Littles. There is a breathtaking beach, with awesome sunsets and a cosy bar to relax at the beach during the daytime. The food was very delicious and everybody was really caring and helpful the whole time. We enjoyed the nice and familiar talks and met great people there. We really hope to come back someday.

Stayed in January 2023

This was by far our favorite place we stayed in Gambia. The location was absolutely fantastic. A three minute walk down a path owned by the lodge to the beach, which was also the best beach in Gambia! That’s not just my opinion, but many other websites and travel books will tell you the same. The owner Little and her husband were absolutely fantastic and the staff were equally as good. We had such a warm welcome, and really didn’t want to leave. They arranged a fishing trip for us where we caught lots of fish that they cooked for us that evening. They also arranged a cooking lesson, which was lots of fun. I can highly recommend staying in this place. It ticks all the boxes. we shall definitely return. Thank you to all the staff at Little Natures Retreat. From Sam and Emily. Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Stayed in December 2022

Be aware there is no bank or ATM around (next in Brikama). So be prepared.

Kind and helpful people and the place with the best food I had in Gambia ...made by Little. Very welcoming and relaxing off the touristy places at the northern coast. Facilities are simple but clean you have all you need. Short walk to the beach. You can spot a lot of animals all around. Greetings to y'all and thanks a lot for hosting me!

Stayed in December 2022

Unbelievable how welcoming this place and the staff were. If you want clean, simple calm and relaxing and good food this is the place to be. There is a 2-3 minute walk to the beach, where you are mostly alone, with the exception of a few locals that walk by every now and them. As is in Gambia, they will most definitely talk to you. If you like fishing ask them to arrange a fishing trip and then bring back the catch for BBQ,. Around here there is also a lots of birds to see around this area. Next time in the Gambia I will go straight to Little's place. If they don't have a place for me I will sleep on the beach and go in for Domoda every single meal :)

Stayed in December 2022

The WiFi connection could've been better. We'll I didn't mind, but I know some do!

Our host (Little) and the stuff were really lovely, kind and helpful. She helped us with all our inquiries. Helped us with tours in and around the Gambia. She even took us to a local concert with her. And she's an amazing cook. 🥰🤩 The facilities are clean. The place is away from Serreku da and the "touristy places". It's quiet and you don't get harassed into buying something or forced to sit in someone's juice bar 🙄 We absolutely loved it.

Stayed in November 2022

Amazing breafast, fresh ingredients. Omlette made upon request

Stayed in October 2022

Nice personnel, good service, food was tasteful. Room was cosy and had an own terrace, what I appreciated very much. Only 3 minutes walk from a wonderful, quiet beach. With the peaceful Santosha Beach Bar and Restaurant.

Stayed in February 2022