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Reviews of Bibi's Joy

Erf 159 Suurbraak, Western Cape, 6743 Swellendam, South Africa

#6 of 11 hotels in Swellendam

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 34 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Cosy home away from home in nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our second visit, and was as good as the first. Quiet spot at end of the road, plantation at the back of the garden with many walks straight from the house up the mountain. Perfect for our active dogs, they loved it. Had everything we needed, Peter also very helpful with our queries.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    10
    A Must see location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    bedding was comfortable, but basic

    integration into the landscape, beautiful scenery, birds. children loved interacting with various farm animals around the property

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    10
    Heavenly!!! Must visit!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything about this place! There could be better lighting in the room.

    Everything!!! Not a single fault! Location is isolated and stunning natural surrounds with loads of trees and birds. The place is vibrant in energy and yet very tranquil. This place is very clean and comfortable, kitchen is functional and bathrooms intimate!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything about the house and its location is perfect. I loved it and I am visiting again, next time with my family.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good .. should maybe get a fan for summer 🙈

    Serenity.. cosy.. clean!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    10
    The place to be..
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The house was just like the pictures show, Perfect..🤩🤩

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Water was cold and was struggling with the stove

    Everything was so nice and cosy we had such a blessed time. Communication was tops

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    8.0
    Hidden gem off the main road. Lovely stay and easy vheck in amd great communication from the host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just take your own drinking water as the tap water is brown- but didnt bother us. No Tv, if that is something you need.

    Nice little hidden gem. Spacious and private (if you are not sharing with other guests) It was equipped with everything we needed. Big living area and kitchen. Solar and wifi. We had a great stay.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful cottage in a quiet area
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    There could be more lighting in the kitchen area especially around the sink but otherwise nothing to dislike

    The beds were so deliciously comfortable, we were sad we were only there for 1 night. The cottage is cold (well it was winter) but the fireplace heats everything up quickly. Very clean but a bit dark. Lovely garden. All solar or gas, so no load shedding issues

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hidden in nature, secluded

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Enjoy the quiteness and close to nature. Everythjng was perfect

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2023

    10
    Off the grid chilling
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Perter & Bibi's place is quite unique. It is quite spacious and is surrounded by a very attractive garden on the hillside in front of the cottage. The whole front of the cottage has essentially sliding doors making the garden area sort of part of the house. The big plus with this place is that it is off the grid. Just solar and gas. Thus no worries about loadshedding and losing your power and Wifi. This is a great place to chill out. Definitely a place to return to. Thank you Peter!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The. Cottage

    The quietness and farm falling

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Garden needs tidying.

    The rural setting, art, caring for environment, bird pictures & nesting boxes, solar power, comfortable beds, lovely fire in the stove.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The set up, the place where is located and the sirounding

    It's a great place for peace of mind, it's very good to those who love nature and animals.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    very quaint and rustic

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2022

    9.0
    Charming little place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed wasn't made in 1 room. We ended up getting here quite late in the night and then still had to spend time making the bed. Main bathroom had a very strong odour

    Enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and hiking trails in the back yard. Double glazed windows does wonders for blocking out noise too.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    from the outside did not look great, but once we entered it was great! nice stoep looking out into the forest. the interior was that of a real homestead. fireplace. build in braai, union no7 stove. our stay was awesome.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2022

    10
    A magical connection with the nature and community
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    This property is quite exceptional and based on the price this was unexpected. It’s really homely but stylish…. One feels treated.and the location is somewhat rural but most about being in nature snd with nature in the most comfortable way. We loved our stay

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2022

    10
    Fully appointed house with everything you need, wonderful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Some attention needed eg. bathroom sliders very hard to move, loose door handle

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2022

    10
    Paradise!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was a bit warm at night. Fans in the bedrooms would be a great addition. The kitchen is extremely well appointed but we could have used some steak knives and a pair of scissors. Some outdoor cushions would also be very welcome.

    Lovely, spotless, spacious cottage nestled in stunning surroundings. Our dogs were in seventh heaven exploring the massive, completely enclosed garden for hours. We swam in the river and hiked straight from the back yard. The owner was very responsive and helpful throughout. So much care and thought has gone into this property, it's quite wonderful. Exceptional value for money. We can't wait to go back!

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything fine with the accommodation. Bear in mind though Suurbraak is a quiet small town with limited facilities. That is part of the charm & not a complaint. Swellendam fairly close by at 28km.

    Tranquility, very good level of household facilities, access to countryside.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The peace and quiet and the nature. Lovely experience and the cottage is super cozy

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cottage was absolutely beautiful The fire place, the rooms, the shower with the outside door was exquisite The whole place was gorgeous, the story behind the building of the cottage and the hospitality was amazing Every detail was taken care of Thank you for the most wonderful experience

    Stayed in July 2021

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