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Reviews of Kliphuis

Erf 27 Highlands Farm Estate Van Reenen 3372, 3372 Van Reenen, South Africa

#1 of 7 hotels in Van Reenen

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Review score

Based on 56 apartment reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Freedom and safety
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It was a remarkable space and enjoyed it

    Amazing space and very safe. It was drizzling most of the time but amazing fireplace and great atmosphere. We will definitely try to visit again

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    8.0
    I would definitely stay there again and recommend it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bed upstairs is not quite as comfortable as the bed downstairs and the roof leaks a bit.

    The location is lovely in a very safe closed off estate. The house is very pretty with lovely views. There are two bedrooms with two bathrooms and a comfortable sitting room. Braaing outside is not allowed due to the thatch roof but the big fireplace inside was more than adequate to braai some steak. The bed downstairs is very comfortable and there are lots of interesting books to read. Dogs are very welcome and there are other dogs on the property.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    8.0
    As above
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Convenient for our trip, very comfortable, suitably equipped and with a wonderful view

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

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

    The quiet. And beautiful surroundings

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2023

    9.0
    Exquisite views, close to nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This property has an exceptional view and is located in such a beautiful part of SA.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The simplicity of the cottage, the peace and comfort it instilled

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2022

    8.0
    The location was excellent and the view spectacular. The view over the mountains were so beautiful a
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was just nice.

    Did not order breakfast. The location was excellent and the view spectacular. The view over the mountains were so beautiful and the old farmhouse look and feel made it very special. It was great to spend time with the family at this venue.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2022

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

    The house is cozy and the people are friendly.The view was stunning!We were greeted with lovely home made gingerbeer and fresh farm eggs.We loved everything!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2022

    8.0
    Beautiful and charming
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We know it’s an old stone house but it was just a bit too drafty and cold at times.

    The host was friendly and helpful. The views were amazing. The farm is great for walks. The wood is well priced (and we received extra). We had milk, eggs and ginger beer in our kitchen and the kitchen is well equipment with spices and whatnot available too. The house is decorated with absolutely lovely touches. Then it snowed and we were delighted!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2022

    9.0
    Beautiful views and so relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    It was very homely, peaceful and relaxing.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2022

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

    a couch in the lounge instead of chair would be better to cuddle up to in front of the fire.

    beautiful location and simple elegant feel of the house. it was exceptionally clean.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Midway between Johannesburg and Durban, Kliphuis is the perfect spot for a weekend away from the city or stopover on the way to KZN. Kliphuis is a small stone cottage beautifully set in highlands country estate in Van Reenen established over 100 years ago with view of the hills, mountains and streets lined with oak trees. It isn’t always easy to appreciate the beauty of the night sky from the city. Light and air pollution makes seeing the night sky challenging from most people’s backyards, here the air is clear making the milky way highly visible in the sky. The clearest sky I have ever seen even though it was numbingly cold. The view of the stars and mountains is an added bonus to a beautiful, cozy home, with everything you need for a little break, very clean and tastefully decorated, and is situated in a beautiful, peaceful and quiet estate. Sitting around the roaring fire on a comfy rocking chair is amazingly magical. A cute, quaint, magical stone cabin, with a back deck with one of those most breath taking views. Elsa is an excellent host and timeous at communication, and always available to help. We loved the warmth and comfort of a wood burning fireplace and the personal touches like the hand-written note and fresh eggs, giving our stay a laid back small town feel. Extremely pet friendly, however not fenced off.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2022

    8.0
    Wonderful, would definitely recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs are not really child friendly, if you slip or something, it could potentially be dangerous as my 18month old could easily fit between the gaps in the stairs. The electricity was off from the afternoon until about 8pm, we didn’t have any candles, but Elsa was very helpful to immediately assist us with bringing us candles when we asked.

    This is such a nice cozy, rustic place to stay! The views are amazing. Staff were very friendly and welcoming! Everything was clean and neat. There was a welcome note and some fresh farm herbs and eggs as a welcome treat. It just makes the stay more personal and I appreciate that! We made use of the fireplace, it gets really cold at night, and that gave off a great cozy feeling.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2022

    10
    A space to reconnect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a truly special space.

    We were there for one night. Too short to say. We wish we could have stayed longer so we can explore it all.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2022

    9.0
    Amazing location, hosts are very welcoming, once in a lifetime experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was perfect.

    Amazing!

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2022

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

    Nothing

    Authentic old style character and charm, stunning views. Very quiet and peaceful.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2022

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Amazing location in nature

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2022

    8.0
    Wonderful Stop Over - Refreshing and good for the Soul
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Property could do with some maintenance

    The surroundings were absolutely beautiful! Took a lovely walk and enjoyed all the farm animals! Very rustic

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2022

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

    nothing

    location, hospitality, very clean

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2022

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

    Nothing much just flies due to cows closer to the home perhaps.

    Isolated Stunning views, Remote,peacefulness

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2022

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The cottage is beautiful and the views are breathtaking, what a lovely experience.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2022

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

    location perfect. view awesome

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2021

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

    I really liked the peaceful feeling we got from this place. watching the cows grazing while looking out over the Drakensberg was very relaxing.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2021

    10
    Stop here its worth it
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothin

    The place is like country with everything you need

    Stayed in November 2021

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