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Reviews of Diamond Vault Rustic Mountain Cabins

17 Booysens Cresent, 5721 Hogsback, South Africa

#19 of 30 hotels in Hogsback

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 45 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    5.0

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  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    8.0
    Lovely and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A few more basics needed in the house (like a bedside table and a mirror!)

    Peaceful and a beautiful property

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tv wasn’t working, although this wasn’t a big deal. They only tell you after you’ve booked that you need to keep your own fire going for the hot water to work. And they don’t tell you about Lisa, their dog. She is adorable and we love dogs but I can see this being an issue for a person who doesn’t like dogs/ afraid of them.

    We had a beautiful, relaxing stay here 😀 would stay here again! Plenty of blankets for when it is cold.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    8.0
    Tranquil retreat set deep in the Hogsback Forest
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. It was a great night away.

    Such a beautiful remote spot deep in the forest.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2023

    9.0
    I had a great experience and wouldn’t mind going back there
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    What I didn’t like about the property was the Wi-Fi not working but due to valid reasons

    What I loved about the property was the nature scenery that it offered

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    10
    We had the best weekend of our lives enjoying the Music in the Snow Festival. Most guests that weekend were also attendi
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    we loved everything!

    The cabin was amazing, warm and cousy, the bed was very comfortable, the water was nice and Hot water in the Shower. The Host was very welcoming and humble. He thought us a lot about the mountains and gave us all the tips to make our weekend extra special. Thanks Morne we enjoyed our stay🙏🏿 We adored our friendly bodyguard Lisa❤️ The location was just perfect far up in the mountains in the woods, away from the noise, Very therapeutic and peaceful!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    10
    Morné was a welcoming host who encouraged us to explore the beauty of Diamond Vault, with friendly animals and breathtak
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Secluded, but so homey. Felt instantly relaxed in the wooden cabin.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2023

    10
    Calm and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    What an awesome place. Serene and calm in the Hogsback mountains. The host was super nice and offered for us to stay another night free of charge. Unfortunately we could not take him on his offer as we already had prior arrangements. Will definitely visit again.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    10
    Takes you back where you belong.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Tranquility at its best. Location perfection. House rules ? none… everything was explained on our arrival setting us at ease and enjoying our check in with the owner. A short walk through the trees takes you to a stream where you can sit back relax and catch your breath before making your way back. The owners and staff always around to help when needed and really just a call away. I would definitely be visiting during summer time. Thank You

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were 4 adults, the sleeper couches were a little uncomfortable. Perhaps swopping one sleeper couch out for a double bunk could work.

    Amazing Rustic Experience, no wifi connectivity so it was absolute bliss, no electronics. Wonderful to wake up in nature and hear the animals in the early morning.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road is challenging with potholes in the sand road but not anything owners can do anything about. We still managed to get there safely with a normal car.

    The owner went out of his way to provide additional bedding for the extremely cold weather. He communicated with us constantly and provided recommendations for local attractions and dining. A memorable experience in a cozy log cabin in the forest. Thank you very much.🤗

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great service

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    10
    An amazing forest cabin getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The perfect place to stay in hogback if you like the forest and nature. We had the bigger cabin and it was so comfy and had everything we needed and more. No need to worry about loadsheddibg because the cabin has a solar system setup. The beds have electric blankets if it gets realy cold. You can take a walk down to the river and explore the woods that are just to stunning to describe, you can even pack a picnic basket, its well worth it. We cooked most of our meals in the fire pit but there is an electric stove, microwave and it has a fridge and freezer as well as a electric kettle and perculator(manual) that you can use. The water is heated by a "donkey" but it was very easy to operate and the water got warm within 5min for a shower. It really us well worth it, you wount regret it!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Cosy little wooden cabin

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    beautiful quiet solitude in the basic rustic cabin. surrounded by lush forest and a big outdoor fire

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved our trip to Hogsback, and having an amazing place to stay was what made it all that. From the very moment you step on the grounds, you are greeted by the owner. Morne was warm, welcoming, and very helpful. He was friendly and quick to jump when needed. The cabin was very spacious and comfortable with everything you need and more. For those who love furry friends, there were two cute and welcoming dogs on the property as well. All in all, it was a great stay and I would recommend it.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2023

    8.0
    Nice remote cabins
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    -the photos on booking.com aren't helpful with trying to figure out which cabin one is actually booking. We ended up staying in the one we hoped for but I think we actually booked the cabin close to the street - Parotts could have more toys to occupy them inside their enclosure and more fresh vegetables and fruit in their diet

    - it's a quiet and remote location which was really nice. (We got upgraded to the snowlflake cabin) - Host was very welcoming and prepared bunch of firewood which was really cool - Option to have a bon fire/ braai was really nice

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2023

    10
    Rustic mountain break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rustic, quiet setting in the middle of the forest. Had everything we needed and we could just relax and enjoy nature. The host was amazing and checked in. Amazing value for money. Just the break we needed!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very big cabin and we'll equipped. There is the forest closed with the river. But the best was the owner Morné. He's passionate about his region has a lot of knowledge of the nature and shared them with us. It was a fantastique experience.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A modern cabin in the mountains was just amazing and the peace and quiet was just awesome. Mornè the houst made one feel at home and very friendly.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    7.0
    It was relaxing, and enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Small necessities were missing for example, a cutting board, a descent cutting knife, toilet brush. Also the toilet seat was broken on arrival, and the wifi didn't work for most of the time we were staying there.

    Was quiet, and neat, the host was very responsive to communication. Weather was amazing, felt quite safe staying there.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    6.0
    It was ok, not the best sleeping arrangements but ok.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    My mom was happy with the bed in the room but the couches that fold out into beds were very hard to sleep on, it was not comfortable at all. I didn't have much sleep neither my partner as we gave the room to our mom. The donkey had to be kept fired up but as we left early the next morning we had cold water as it was too cold to put fire in the donkey for hot water.

    The location was lovely, if your looking for an experience in the woods with tall trees, chickens, birds, pigs this is the place for you. The owner was very accommodating. The hikes there are beautiful and your animal babies are so very welcomed in the place, The fire pit was my favorite for sure.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    7.0
    Overoll it’s gives you a whole rustic experience living in the cabins.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cabin had a very musty smell, the curtains where dusty, and the bed had a huge depression, making the night very uncomfortable.

    Morné was extremely friendly and helpful. From the start of the booking, he advised us about how to get there, updated us on load shedding , weather , activities and responded to text aptly.make sure you don’t park your car in front of the cabin, as the car will get stuck from all the mud, however he did warn us earlier and gave us the right contacts to tackle the situation.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was more than satisfied with our stay, and was not disappointed by any aspect with regard to the cost of our stay.

    The stay was great for our purposes, and the privacy and response from the hosts was wonderful, while the facilities provided excellent value for money.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All we needed was a small braai on the undercover balcony with seating as it rained.

    It was quiet and private and the host was helpfull and friendly

    Stayed in March 2023

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