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Reviews of Birches Cottage & the Willows Garden Room

19 Scotston Road, 3257 Underberg, South Africa

#1 of 8 hotels in Underberg

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 125 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    A beautiful gem of peace and quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best to visit this cottage in your 4X4 as the road to town is rough.

    An absolutely beautiful place which is one of the most peaceful places I have stayed at. Beautiful walks and trails and pools and bird life. The hosts Elzebe and Huck are such a lovely couple who ensure you are well taken care of.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    Excellent stay at Birches Cottage.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We really enjoyed our stay at Birches Cottage, my wife particularly enjoyed the walking trails on the estate. The cottage is spacious, well kept and the host and staff are very welcoming.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The location is absolutely stunning with river views to die for. The property is well maintained with lovely walks and loads of birds. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    10
    Outstanding😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wrather!

    We thoroughly enjoyed the walk, tranquilty and beautiful scenery. The owners were delightful and we had everything we needed.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    8.0
    Peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Road to the premises in poor condition

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stunning scenery.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    9.0
    We thoroughly enjoyed it and would stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The road to get there is not the greatest.

    NA. Self-catering.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our stay was short. Rooms were not cleaned, and floor not swept in between stay, the bed was made though.

    I loved the entire place, from the carefully thought pathways, meditation points, the river with sparkling water. The place is magical! Huck and Elsabe were wonderful and have a natural flair for hosting. A full 10/10.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    10
    Our hosts were the most welcoming people and Underberg had such a friendly community! This made our stay even better, an
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It’s amazing views and proximity to the river, as well as how comfortable everything was.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smell of sewage in the bathroom

    Spacious cottage Very clean, plenty of towels Beautiful gardens Well located, there is a dust road but it was easily accessible with our tiny hatchback The owners gave us a breakfast voucher for their restaurant .

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only down side was the absence of wifi...but given the rural location most people booking here may not want wifi any way.

    Location, views, the solitude and quiet, only the birds and the wind in the trees.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    10
    Relaxation at its best! What a place to experience the simplicity of nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The Cottage was very spacious, light and beautifully decorated. Functional and comfortable! The bed was super comfortable and every thing you can think of is available, hot water bottles, fan, swimming towels. The kitchenette is well equipped and the bathroom has the perfect bath and great pressure shower. The walks are so well maintained, marked clearly and little surprises around each corner. The moonlight deck was perfect for sundowners.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    10
    Very pleasant place to stay with very helpful hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not easy to heat up when cold.

    Lots of information provided before arrival and then when we got there.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this tastefully decorated cottage called the Birches. The various walls were all maintained, and it was heavenly being out in nature and walking along the river. Thank you Elsabe and Huck

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    10
    A treat for tired souls - most rejuvenating!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    We absolutely loved the walks on the property - beautifully thought-out and clearly sign-posted. Paths are so well maintained and points of interest kept up engaged and looking forward to exploring even more.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2023

    10
    Very short stay. However, the complimentary cappuccinos at the owner's restaurant was a nice touch.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Excellent location and great accommodation.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2023

    10
    Rejuvenating
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing negative to say

    The location, it was peaceful a home away from home, it was fully equipped and cosy unit, loved it, the nature trails to the river and viewing areas are a must see, it was also not to far from the town, plenty to see and do in the area

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful cottage in beautiful environment with very friendly hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was no wifi and during loadshedding the cottage got quite cold. The road to the cottage was a gravel road but it was no problem driving on it with our Toyota Starlet.

    Elsabe and Huck were very friendly hosts, they even gave us a coupon for breakfast in their own lunchroom! The cottage was very nice and even had elektrical blankets! Lots of space and there is a walking path down to the river next to the cottage.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    8.0
    NICE
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We enjoyed our stay, however the heating facility in our room was inadequate. We went there to enjoy the cold, but would of liked to have our room comfortably heated.

    The complementary breakfast was excellent. Beautiful environment.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2023

    10
    Awesome private and quiet stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I really love the location and the hike trails are just relaxing and private which is what we were looking for. Great hospitality and really enjoyed the breakfast. It was a great experience all together

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perhaps backup power would be great given that loadshedding is here to stay.

    Nice setup, quiet, and wonderful hosts. Great communication prior to arriving and also very friendly reception.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Birches cottage is set in beautiful surroundings and the owners have thought of everything you need to make your stay comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    10
    A must visit!!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful area, awesome hosts! 👌 We can highly recommend staying here!!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The help could have come on time to assist with clean up as specified on the schedule. The load and water shedding times were long stretches but that is not the fault of the owners.

    The hiking trails were sublime and views were breathtaking.

    Stayed in May 2023

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