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Reviews of The Dusty Vine

17 Tobie Muller Street, 9970 Philippolis, South Africa

#1 of 4 hotels in Philippolis

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Review score

Based on 100 apartment reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely little place, felt really cozy and the people of the town were friendly. Great sized bath to relax in

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful little house, the way they incorporated the old and the modern is striking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Beautiful little house, the way they incorporated the old and the modern is striking.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    9.0
    Awesome!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Beautifully restored old house

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    10
    Our stay was outstanding, the accommodation superb, the host fantastic and the little town beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only thing I did not like had nothing to do with the host or the cottage. Unfortunately, the road leading in and out of this fantastic little town are not maintained by the government and the potholes are plentiful. BUT staying at this place makes up for the odd 30km bad road to travel there from the highway.

    Carin, the host kept in contact via Whattsapp as we were on a road trip. When we arrived she welcomed us personally to the most awesome little cottage (that has been declared a heritage site). She took us through the cottage, gave tips where to eat. I will most definitely stay here again!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    A beautiful place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. It was as expected and more.

    It was a comfortable stay. Very clean and well decorated with everything one might need.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    10
    Small Town stunningly furnished property
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Dusty Vine was a highlight of our family roadtrip. We can only say …. WOW! Everything was extremely clean and the property is beautifully styled and furnished. An absolute must stay . Would recommend this beautiful accommodation. Absolutely loved the stylish bathroom and kitchen .

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    9.0
    Lovely Karoo stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    Beautifully renovated with everything you need for a very comfortable stay. Friendly welcome from helpful host who is quick to reply and makes arrangements for check-in and restaurants ahead of time.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    9.0
    Karoo splendour
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s not what we didn’t like but rather I hope that the community of Phillippolis will develop the rest of the town as Dusty vine did with their two properties.

    Beautiful home with carefully curated interior. Enough space for everyone and catered for all our needs

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    8.0
    The Dusty Vine
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ants an flies were bit of a problem. Braai is bit small . There was a bit of confusion about the amount of people and the price.

    Very quiet and praceful . Well equiped . Good host

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2023

    10
    This was by far the best stay I’ve ever had in this area! Hosts went over and above to make this memorable!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved absolutely everything!

    What a wonder gem in the heart of the Karoo. Perfect overnight spot if you are willing to try an alternative route than N1, but absolutely worth staying a few days longer if you need a tranquil break away from the rat race. Charming, elegant and well equipped, Hoekhuis is perfect for a group up to 8 people. Nagmaal huis more cosy for up to 4 people. Everything you need to self-cater, but superb dinner also served at Emily’s!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    9.0
    Too brief by far. Fascinating, historic town still being loved by its inhabitants.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was excellent. The road linking Colesberg and Trompsberg to Philippolis (the R717) is a bit pot holed in places. You need to drive carefully but that's true of most rural roads outside W Cape.

    I didn't stay for breakfast. I had supper the night of my arrival and its was good, considering I arrived much later than intended

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful Karoo home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It can get cold at night, but there are fireplaces and electric blankets and heaters.

    Beautiful Karoo home with everything that you need.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2023

    10
    Love, love, love! We will definitely be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Carin who looks after the property was just amazing. she must us feel welcome from just the first smile of her hello. the house we stayed in was absolutely gorgeous with amazing decor and art. Everything you need for a winter stay in the Karoo, from fire places to keep warm, to a cosey reading room to snuggle up in front of a fire, and very comfortable beds.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2023

    10
    Great stay, can't wait to come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything I needed was there and it was clean and well decorated.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2023

    10
    great stopover on the drive to eastern cape. very comfortable!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the house decor was great. everything that one needs. plenty space. and a fireplace for the cold nights.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No off street parking. Not a real issue though.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2023

    8.0
    A very beautiful and comfortable stay in Philipolis. Strongly recommend this.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    Would be helpful to have a stand for one's suitcase in the rooms.

    Well appointed and comfortable accomodation.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property was nice and spacious. The bathrooms are lovely and new and they even had earbuds and make-up wipes. The kitchen is well equipped with dishwasher (and dishwasher powder), a beautiful tea and coffee station complete with sugar and fresh milk in the fridge. There is a lovely sun room complete with wood fire. The place was very easy to find, just off the main road. The host was amazing, nothing seemed too much effort. Would definitely rush back!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2023

    10
    Lovely little cosy place
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly and helpful when we arrived .

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2023

    10
    Beautiful, stylish, spotlessly clean house in a lovely little town with friendly, helpfull staff. Perfect stop-over en-r
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful house, stylishly decorated with everything you need. Spotlessly clean and very friendly staff. The town is lovely, quiet and safe. We travelled with 2 big vehicles and Stephanie arranged parking at the neighbours’ house for the second vehicle.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    lovely place. will go back

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2022

    9.0
    fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    no hot water but that was not their fault but down to power supply . a friendly neighbour let us use their shower . it made it all the more fun

    fully equipped spacious very comfortable really high standard stunning

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2022

    10
    F A B U L O U S
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Fabulous old house, beautifully renovated and tastefully furnished. Clean and comfortable. The host is very well organized and helpful.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional Gem in Philippolis!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premium Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything!!!

    This house is exceptional!!! Wow!!! Wow!!! Wow!! Loved everything about it!!! Will definitely recommend this to anyone!!

    Stayed in October 2022

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