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Reviews of Serendipity Country House & Restaurant

Freesia Avenue, 6560 Wilderness, South Africa

#13 of 49 B&Bs and Inns in Wilderness

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 140 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.7

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  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    A very special place to stay, we didn’t want to leave
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful location, home from home luxury. Warm welcome, everything was perfect

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    One of the best dinners ever in a superbly located guest house
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The N2 is not too far, which you can hear if you birdwatch from the superb balcony

    It is impossible not to love the exquisite location, the careful attention to detail in the room setting, the friendliness and generosity of spirit of Elsabe Kuypers, but the real star of this Country house is the restaurant. Please do not miss it - you will not forget the experience

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Great B&B and fine dining
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    One of the best places we stayed during our trip in South Africa. The B&B is perfect and breakfast was excellent. Dinner was outstanding. Highly recommended

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    A peaceful stay in a very lovely hotel an area
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    One must be aware that the restaurant downstairs is quite noisy until about 10.30 - 11 p.m.

    Location is excellent, staff very kind and helpful, Rooms and facilities very good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

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

    Stay 02/22-24/24 What a wonderful stay in Serendipity. The hostess Elsabe does everything to make the guests feel comfortable. What a great atmosphere this house offers with a terrace, tastefully furnished interior and located directly on the river bank. The house's daughter, Lizelle, an internationally awarded chef, offers a 5-course evening menu as a highlight. Of the 9 locations we booked on our SA trip lasting several weeks, certainly in the top 3. We felt very comfortable here and will definitely book at Serendipity again when we stop in Wilderness.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    10
    Would definitely return and the restaurant was outstanding.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Loved the location and the fact it only had 4 rooms.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Everything was so friendly and we felt almost like we stayed with family. It was such a nice experience and the icing on the cake was dinner at Serendipity ( remember to book in advance:-)). The food was the best we had on our trip and the service and stories around the food were absolutely amazing. You could feel the passion around the food and the wine and it was extraordinary.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    10
    Thoroughly enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some slight road noise from the N2.

    Beautiful views, lovely swimming in the lagoon and walks from the accommodation. But of course the restaurant trumps all.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Great welcome and stay. Restaurant is a must
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We loved the beautiful rooms overlooking the lake

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    10
    Lovely character property. Very stylish and fabulous service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    10
    Accommodation of an extraordinarily high standard.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing - everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish !

    The quality of the accommodation and the attention to detail were absolutely outstanding. We travel a lot and this is certainly one of the best places where we have ever stayed. Elsabie was helpful and attentive throughout our stay. Do not miss booking for a meal in the restaurant, run by her daughter and son in law, which is one of the top restaurants in South Africa and a wonderful culinary experience.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional, superb place - can't wait to go back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    Location lovely and peaceful on the side of the lagoon. Balcony from rooms overlooking lagoon a real bonus. Breakfast delicious and extensive choice- including pancakes!!! Hostess very helpful and informative. Added bonus was the opportunity to have a delicious fine dining experience in Serendipity Restaurant, memorable. Plenty of interesting walks in the area and a magnificent beach nearby - our room well equipped with beach bags and towels.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The benefit of a gourmet meal.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    10
    Wonderful intimate experience. Owner very helpful. Enjoyed the walk and kayaking. Food was excellent with great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location and food

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Loved the shared verandah from our room overlooking the water. Very nice sunset.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Another great stay at Serendipity
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - a perfect stay.

    A beautifully appointed room and a very comfortable large bed. Excellent breakfasts and fabulous dining in Serendipity's famous restaurant.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was all good

    Good accomodation, excellent food. Friendly staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    10
    Stay in the Garden of Eden and get a great respect for your privacy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The breakfast is second to none as this is a Michelin restaurant. The surroundings are one of the most beautiful areas in the Western Cape. The rooms are immaculate and service as if you were in someone´s home.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    10
    Brilliant B& B with fantastic food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Superb location

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    9.0
    An incredible day and evening.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    An oasis of delight. Comfortable, spotless and great value for money.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    9.0
    lovely final night stay in south Africa with river frontage and kayaks
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    lovely guest house with pleasant rooms and a welcoming host . the onsite restaurant was a lovely surprise with the best food we experienced during our holiday . more of an experience than just a meal! use of the kayaks on the river was an added bonus which allowed us to appreciate the location of the property directly on the river frontage

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2024

    10
    Must stay if visiting Wilderness
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Magical stay in Wilderness. Highly recommend. It was the perfect location to explore this beautiful little town. The staff and food were 10/10. We ate in the restaurant for our first night. It was a wonderful experience.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    10
    Home from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Lovely location overlooking the vlei. The dinner is magic - best food in SA have been at least 10 times

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    9.0
    Great place! highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely everything! Very welcoming staff, that makes you feel like family. Fantastic restaurant, amazing food!

    Stayed in December 2023

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