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Reviews of The Edge Mountain Retreat

The Edge Mountain Retreat, 5241 Hogsback, South Africa

#15 of 30 hotels in Hogsback

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Review score

Based on 442 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    6.6

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  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    10
    BEAUTIFUL LOCATION, SUPER DELICIOUS FOOD
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    First the reception was very friendly and helpful. a lovely young lady with a super cool attitude for their guests. When calling the reception after booking in we asked for someone to come light the indoor fire, there was no issues and we got someone to help us. The food is out of this world delicious, you have to taste it to understand, certainly the best food in all our travels.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road leading here

    Everything, especially the fireplace and the comfy bed

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Laying in bed with the fire going, keeping warm, and still being able to see the gorgeous view was beyond amazing.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Excellent service

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was great and the rooms were so neat.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    8.0
    we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. lovely accommodation & friendly hosts. we would definitely plan another stay and rec
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a bit of trouble figuring out the geyser so maybe a brief explanation on the hot water usage etc. would benefit future guests.

    Very cosily located & stunning views. Everything we needed was supplied & the hosts went out of their way to help us make it a special stay.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    10
    Very friendly staff. Great selection of food in restaurant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful gardens and great facilities

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No Wi-Fi as you struggle with getting service

    Location. Very private space with a great view.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    9.0
    The Edge is a perfect escape from the city,it has such a lovely reception and rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hogsback does not have clean water,advisable to bring own 5L water for drinking

    Fire place in the rooms

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

    8.0
    Overall a pleasant stay.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Alert customers on checkin that the room will not be turned unless specifically requested.

    Beautiful view. Well kept accommodation and friendly staff. Good value for money. Great food.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

    8.0
    Peaceful and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    Beautiful location. Quaint.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The parking space was very small and difficult to maneuver when sharing.

    I enjoyed how private the space was that we occupied, everything was convenient and well thought out.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2023

    8.0
    It was enjoyable and we will defnitely make use of The Rdge again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The matress needs to be replaced.

    Reception was very efficient. accommodation comfortable. Pizza and coffee was excellent

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2023

    8.0
    Great place to stay and enjoy quietness and nature (especially the visit to the waterfalls).
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The menu of the restaurant could do with a bit more variety, e.g chicken schnitzel could be added for those that want to reduce on meat dishes. Although staff and chef were very accommodating in making some changes to the set menu.

    Stayed two nights in the Edge Mountain retreat whilst in Hogsback. Well worth the scary road journey-puts the term potholes into context! You don't need a 4x4 but careful driving. The spacious cottage provided an amazing view over the valley and the road we have driven up to Hogsback. Found friendly and generous people at the Edge, as well as in this beautiful village. We surely will visit again, this time with a more appropriate vehicle.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms could do with a revamp

    The view was breathtaking!! The breakfast was excellent and the staff friendly

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2023

    8.0
    Brilliant would like to come again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    N/A

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Due to Eskom the electricity goes by phases. so certain cottages don’t get affected and certain cottages does. the restaurant had everything working except for the lights.Our cottage had no lights , no electricity , so couldn’t use the microwave or fridge. When alerted about the situation , they assisted us with water and also offered for changing of the cottage at night. Definitely not value for money.

    We stayed at cliffside( superior chalet) and the room was amazing, had all the facilities needed and the view was just amazing.the restaurant food was good and the staff was friendly.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2023

    7.0
    A lovely place - will definately come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our cottage wasn't cleared out - in the bathroom was still the previous people's empty shampoo bottle. Maybe an upgrade on the TV would be nice.

    Personnel were very friendly - we felt welcome. The food was outstanding in the restaurant. Loved the atmosphere. The view on the edge is absolutely stunning!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2023

    10
    Interesting and enjoyable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved the privacy of our unit. Also the activities at the property was great for the weekend. The waterfalls unbelievable. We enjoyed the parkrun.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2023

    9.0
    A serene restorative trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no nets around the bed, considering there are a lot a mosquitos and bugs.

    This property is amazing! So serene and calm. It’s nice to get away from the city. The viewpoint they have is out of this world, spent hours in silence there. There is a restaurant where you can get food, the staff was really friendly

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2023

    8.0
    Quaint studio cottage in beautiful garden, great staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights

    As much as we love The Edge, our friends found a much bigger place for a similar price, Im not sure the tiny cottages although quaint are worth what they are charging for them when there is so much choice in Hogsback. The fire place smoked us out on our last night, we did report it on the 2nd day but I think they are just old. We had to open the door and windows so that we could breath and it was a cold evening. Absolutely NO wifi in our place.

    The location of the little studio cottage is beautiful in well maintained gardens. The staff were all very friendly. The restaurant was our favourite spot for meals etc during our 5 night stay and the fresh Ciabatta is fantastic.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2023

    9.0
    beautiful surroundings
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    not applicable

    friendly staff

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2023

    10
    Beautiful venue, amazing flowers and totally tranquil stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Liked everything, but gardening with weed eaters close to the bungalow at times of resting after lunch was not pleasant.

    The peaceful location, the beautiful gardens and flowers, the position of the facility, with open balcony so close to the mountain edge. The restaurant, atmosphere and log fire on chilly nights.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stillness and location .Everything in one area accommodation , restuarant , walks . Cabin and cottages so welll equipped and excellent linen .

    Stayed in March 2023

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