30 Sandies Glen Sandies Glen, 7210 Stanford, South Africa
#4 of 16 Holiday rentals in Stanford
Guests' ChoiceBased on 57 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Kimberley
South AfricaSuch a beautiful unit. In a quiet relaxing environment. Unit is done up really nicely with beautiful high ceilings. Well furnished with everything you need. And not too far from Stanford for a day trip. Host was also so welcoming.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Roshan
South AfricaThe tranquility of the farm and the friendly hosts was welcoming. The ideal place to relax and unwind. Super friendly and lovely dogs. Pity the weather was not in our favor to do more activities, which means we will have to return to this amazing farm in future....and in summer!! Thanks Kirsten and family for the lovely stay.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Renee
South AfricaI loved the fact that the house was so cosy and well equipped! The area is so tranquil and lots of place for our fur babies to run and play :)
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Marcelle
South AfricaNo complaints.
A really lovely cottage with everything you need and on the most beautiful farm where you can have a lovely long walk up to the dam for a swim. My doggies also loved it.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 December 2023
Ute
South AfricaNothing
Location and birds
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Micaela
South AfricaBeautiful scenery and surrounds. There was lovely walking trails as well as braai facilities which made for good quality time with family.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 December 2023
Dan
South AfricaCan’t think of anything.
Meet all expectations of a farm type of cottage. Clean, accommodating, sufficient. Host Kirsten is very welcoming. Our dogs enjoyed their stay too.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Dale
South AfricaFor our first visit to the Stanford region, it was certainly a beautfiful surprise The 2 Oak trees, gaurding the property offered wise stillness and space holding. while the mountain range itself holds a prominent resonance. A still dam to bath in at the foot of the mountain range after a walk over the hills, was a delight, while the horses hold a special energy when you stop and feel their gaze. Wonderful hosts, peaceful surrounds, spoiled with a cosy running fire throughout to keep things warm during a beautiful cleaning rain.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Louise
South AfricaThe cooking facilities are outside which can be a little challenging, but the kitchen nook is very well protected from wind and rain so it is actually quite a cozy outside space. Also would have enjoyed a bath for my little one (there is only a shower) but I was well aware of this and made a plan.
The setting of the cottage was so peaceful and very healing. Loved the coziness of the cottage for when it rained or was a little colder, while the outdoor space allows you to feel connected to nature and to soak up the sun. Our walks on the farm in between the fynbos were beautiful and we loved the visits to the horses and pet sheep and goats. Laughing Waters is a beautiful getaway.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Maxine
South AfricaJust that there wasn’t a bath, which wasn’t expressly clear on the booking but the shower made up for it.
Generously and thoughtfully provided tea, coffee, rusks, flowers, firewood, firefighters. Electric blankets were a delightful . Peaceful, breathtaking views of the mountains. Wonderful warm shower. Fireplace was cute and warm.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Tim
United KingdomChipped basin in the bathroom
Lovely location and the stoep was especially lovely.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 4 May 2023
Robert
South AfricaThey should only consider putting a microwave and tv.
The environment and beautiful garden and fire pit our most favorite.Kirsten was very welcoming what a lovely happy lady.we felt welcomed and we are definitely coming back.Thank you laughing waters and l will recommend anyone who is looking for a quite,peaceful and calm place laughing waters is the place to be.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 1 May 2023
Duane
South AfricaNil
Relaxing getaway - fresh outdoors
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Julia
AustraliaSome utensils were missing from the kitchen, like a spatula, but overall very well equipped!
We loved the location (very quiet and peaceful), and the cottage was cozy and comfortable. There were fresh flowers all over the cottage! We loved being able to bring our dog. Hosts were super friendly and accommodating. Lots to do close by as well, and you can do horse-riding on the farm as well. We also went hiking and swam in the dam, which was a lots of fun.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 9 January 2023
Julian
South AfricaWe had an amazing stay. Enclosed garden was perfect for our two dogs. A beautiful walk through protea fields to a private dam to swim. Truly a great holiday, we will most definitely be back.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 13 December 2022
Nicky
South AfricaSo peaceful, great escape from the rat race. Beautiful farm of Proteas. Lovely hikes.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 10 December 2022
Schröder
South AfricaNothing
Peaceful and quiet
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 5 October 2022
Melanie
South AfricaI would’ve liked more storage space in the kitchen. We travelled with groceries for 2 days & the items that didnt go in the fridge kinda just stacked up an already crowded counter. Also, it’s on me, but I didnt realise the farm was such a distance (approx 20min drive) outside of the town. It’s perfect for a remote farming experience though.
The cottage was beautiful decorated with fresh flowers in all the lounge areas. Our dogs loved the freedom to run around (even though the cottage/property if full fenced up). The water (spring water according to property owners) was amazing. Fresh & delicious. You can see thought went into the making our stay comfortable (matches, reading materials, electric blankets, ice, first-aid kit, candles/lamps etc.). Thank you. And, of course, the peace & quiet had us relaxed to near comatose levels. 😂
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 14 September 2022
Doreen
South AfricaWe had no problems
We enjoyed everything about our stay
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 9 September 2022
Savel
South AfricaEnvironment. !
Bliss, loved the country feel. The dogs coming to visit was so sweet! Super friendly host.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 23 May 2022
Rhona
South AfricaBeautiful location and lovely views with a very friendly and welcoming host.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 27 March 2022
Helena
South AfricaLovely quiet location on the farm. Great walk up to the Fynbos area with the friendly dogs. Big outdoor stoep for your sundowners.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 24 December 2021
Derick
South Africathe grass required cutting
The quiet
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 20 June 2021
Joan
South AfricaWe really enjoyed how warm, welcoming and interesting our hosts and their family were. They were so generous. The setting is beautiful and the walks around the farm were stunning. We wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy other aspects and will certainly return
Stayed in June 2021
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