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Reviews of Neels Cottage

Farm Lorraine, Clanwilliam, 8135 Clanwilliam, South Africa

#5 of 6 hotels in Clanwilliam

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Review score

Based on 71 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely scenery at a great price
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely walks from the accommodation, and spacious kitchen that was well equipped.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    10
    Great little cottage, well equipped, friendly owners and beautiful views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It is about 30km out of town. We had family in town to visit... was quite a drive. If we had nobody to visit in town, we would have just stayed in the cottage. Which would then be ideal. Did not like the 3km of gravel road that we had to travel on to get to the cottage. Appreciate the the fresh grapes that the owner got for us.... Did not appreciate that he came into the cottage while we were away to put it in the fridge.

    We were very happy with the beautiful surroundings. The cottage was very well stocked. My kids enjoyed the hundreds of books. Also the owners dog and cat were a bonus for the kids. I liked the garden and the water feature. Thank you Lefras!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely cracking place! The scenery up there is definitely worth going the extra miles to the cottage. Easy to get to, everything you need is there and you will definitely have a great time. Pop down the road and stop at the farmstall for some food and chillout, too. Cheers!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    10
    Awesome (*^o^*)
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything is here! The owner couple is wonderful. The facilities are perfect. We enjoyed a short trekking around a lake next to this place. I stayed calmly here, and my friend enjoyed watching the rugby game with owners (^^)

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    10
    Awesome !
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Very quiet and beautiful. Although we were working, it felt like we were on holiday!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    10
    Stunning location in a well kitted out cottage with a very gracious host
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Extremely well fitted out cottage in a very quiet and beautiful environment. Kids want to make it an annual family event! ;)

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We booked, at the cottage, afterwards they came back and said that if we dont want to share we must pay dubble. We did that, but i dont think it is fair. They must advertise that it is a shared kitchen. They also dont say that it is about 34km out of town. If we knew it we wouldn't book there

    The owner and his wife were great. Very helpfull. If you want to have a quiet weekend is this the place. The view was great. Cant complain about it.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

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    The hosts were really nice, helped us with everything and gave us advice for hiking/climbing/food etc. The common kitchen is fully equiped and with a lovely view, there is also a fireplace to use. Location is peaceful and quiet, nice garden. The host even lent us crashpads for bouldering. Would 100% recommend visiting.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    10
    Rustic cottage in the heart of the Northern Cederberg
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much, we shared the cottage with another couple, they were lovely though something to note if you’re seeking complete privacy

    It felt like a home away from home, with every effort made to make us feel welcome. Biggest bonus was that we could take our large dog along; and there are a myriad of lovely walks from the doorstep

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    8.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly owner. Clean.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    8.0
    We spent two comfortable, happy nights at this awesome place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This was the most well equiped cottage we have ever stayed at. The hosts were friendly and helpful. Lovely walks on the farm - good for the soul! We shared the cottage with some awesome people who are sure to be friends. Loadshedding was accommodated for by lighes and rechargeable globes. Will definitely recommend !

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2023

    9.0
    A lakeside gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host was very friendly and gave us many tips for our visit to the area. He was there to meet us on our arrival. The kitchen is very well-equipped and the bookshelf is a delight for readers. It was lovely to have hot water bottles for the cold nights and also the provision of good lighting for loadshedding. The location is perfect for discovering the area. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    10
    Excellent friendly welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved everything

    A beautiful gem in the country side.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2023

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

    Nothing

    Absolutely great value for your money and a wonderful experience. Should have stayed longer.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2023

    9.0
    What a fantastic discovery...what fantastic hosts...will definitely be back!!!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    This was a true gem in the mountains...I liked just about everything about my stay!

    Not applicable (self catering)

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2023

    9.0
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The quietness around The dam for swimming and canoeing The backyard lawn area for relaxing in the scorching temperatures The beautiful garden around our house The house was open and big enough

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2022

    8.0
    Very comfortable, hospitable relaxing country spot.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Directions to the farm could have been more explicit to make us feel more confident in finding it. Some of the decoration is of a personal nature which some guests might not enjoy such as personal photographs. But it was like visiting a family members farm with character and charm.

    We were met by a delightful gentleman who was our host. Very knowledgeable and hospitable. Nothing was too much trouble for him. He really took our needs into consideration and spoilt us with a local tour which was a real highlight of our trip. We met his lovely wife at the end of our trip and she was lovely too. Kitchen was well equipped with even a smoothie maker, coffee plunger, ice and cold water, rusks, spices all available. Lots of candles and lights for long load-shedding. Good wifi which worked during load-shedding. We would love to come again.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2022

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

    Very friendly owners. Helpful, but gave us privacy. Kept in contact with us. Gave excellent directions.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2022

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

    Beautiful, quiet retreat in a calm, Cedarberg setting

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2022

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

    Ons was mal oor die plekke en die omgewing. Mens voel duidelik die rustigheid en kalmte praat met die siel. Ek sal die plekkie enigetyd vir enige iemand aanbeveel. Die huisie is toe gerus met alles en meer wat jy nodig het om jou tydjie daar so gemaklik moontlik te maak. Baie dankie! Ons het dit vreeslik geniet en kom beslis weer kuier!

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2022

    10
    Perfect starry stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    it was perfect for our desires

    We loved the stay! LeFras was extremely accommodating from the second we arrived! he told us about the dam next door where we saw the sunset and recommended Traveller’s Rest nearby for dinner, which was exactly what we needed! incredible starry night, comfortable stay.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2022

    8.0
    Was excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Was told that we had to share with another guest that also booked in for the night, thankfully he did not arrive. Sharing the guesthouse should have been on the website.

    Location good, self catering

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2022

    9.0
    A fantastic getaway and I wish that we could have stayed for many more days.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The house was beautifully sunny and had fantastic views of the mountains. The host was very informative and we were able to do numerous interesting walks. The braai facilities were exceptional.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2022

    9.0
    Very relaxing and comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very helpful host. Beautiful situation near a small dam. Comfortable and well equipped.

    Stayed in April 2022

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