Farm B3 D144 Balgowan, 3275 Balgowan, South Africa
Based on 149 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.3
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
2.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 17 January 2024
Audrey
South AfricaI think the kitchen needs a revamp. Plumbing, also needs attention especially the showers. Water drainage not good
The scenery and area it is in. It's very quiet and peaceful
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Robert
United Kingdomlocation with beautiful , peaceful ,serene, outlook
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Colleen
South AfricaWe did not like the flies, which we assume are from the surrounding farms. The beds were very hard, and the carpets in the bedrooms need to be replaced. The kitchen could do with some deep cleaning.
Loved the drive down, visiting the art and craft shops. The scenery and views are spectacular. The views from the rooms and the peace and quiet is what will make us return. My boys loved the canoeing on the beautiful clean dam and even caught some bass.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 December 2023
Douglas
South AfricaNil
A rustic facility that needs attention
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 December 2023
Karunagaren
South AfricaQuite
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Neo
South AfricaNo Wi-Fi
Tranquility
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Graham
South AfricaSome maintenance on window fittings, door handle, tap washers is needed.
Magnificent view of vlei - we stayed in the Boat House. Comfortable beds. A large, comfortable cottage under thatch
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 19 November 2023
Jennifer
South AfricaThe only thing was it could use a proper deep vacuum - floors and lounge furniture - and a good scrubbing of the shower. Otherwise we were very happy and will be back.
Loved the surroundings, the peace and quiet, the calming atmosphere. The views. The Vlei. The bird watching.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Jacques
South AfricaNothing. Cottage a little dated, but in good repair.:-)
Comfortable cottage with beautiful views. Cottage was very clean and bed very comfortable. Owner Alex was very helpful
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 11 November 2023
Harrypersadh
South AfricaThe place needs alittel TCL .
Peaceful and beautiful location
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 23 October 2023
Mike
South AfricaMagnificent location away from main roads. The cottages well separated from each other. Ample space enjoyed by children after a long time in the car.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Sheila
South AfricaThe location was excellent. We did not take the breakfast option.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Shanker
South AfricaMattress was a bit hard
Privacy The view
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Glen
South AfricaBreakfast was great!!! i made it!! (self catering) Location is good. dirt road to farm is in good condition. Good restaurants close by. there is a good sized trout dam, although i caught a bass. down side, dam over grown with grass an edges very muddy. up side, many canoes/paddle boats.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Lindy
South AfricaShower wasnt so great
Great location and beautiful views
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Alex
South Africataps in bathroom were a problem, dishwasher didnt work
good location
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Maureen
South AfricaTHE SLIDING GLASS DOORS IN DINING ROOM COULDNT LOCK AND I INFORMED THE CATETAKER THAT ITS DANGEROUS IF GUESTS ARE STAYING OVER SAFETY IS IMPORTANT,THE NEXT DAY HE HAD THEM SORTED. AND DDIDNT LIKE THE LOCKED SECRET DOORS AND THAT THE CARETAKER HAS ACCESS FROM THE LAUNDRY ROOM IT WAS A BIT CREEPY.
THE LAKE WAS BEAUTIFUL ,SERENE, PEACEFUL
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Bradley
South AfricaValue for money all was good.
Self catering but beautiful surroundings for a romantic get away.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 13 August 2023
Mbalenhle
South AfricaI didn't get to meet Alex in person but he made sure that our stay was memorable
Whoever came up with an idea of having electric blankets is a genius, I loved it, the heaters in each and every room, I loved the fire place, the tranquility, the flask, very impressive, thank you so much for exceeding my expectations
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
463
South AfricaThe gate and remotes had given us a few problems but other than that everything was great
The location was beautiful we had the boat house which was right in front of the facility where we could fish and canoe
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 11 July 2023
Colin
South AfricaOne plug didn't work. The leg of one chair was loose
The location and the scenery. The general facilities.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 10 July 2023
Brad
South AfricaGreat Holiday and Great place peacefull and relaxing. Great location and nothing to complain about will definitely return.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 May 2023
Chris
Eswatinicar park too tight to turn for large car
quite, safe and value for money
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 24 March 2023
Clive
South AfricaVery peaceful and perfect location for a rest.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2023
Mathews
South Africathe location, quaintness and the tranquility was amazing. the dirt road was in great condition despite the rains. lots of fireplaces made our stay very comfortable. Alex, the owner manager was very helpful
Stayed in January 2023
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