Farm Rietbult, Old Nigel Road, 2410 Balfour, South Africa
#1 of 4 hotels in Balfour
Guests' ChoiceBased on 16 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
8.6
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Jon
United KingdomNothing at all....apart from a longer stay.
Such a beautiful and historic house and a delight to be there. Wonderful dinner and breakfast by the pool and rose garden in wonderful sunshine a real treat. Very attentive staff.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Anton
South AfricaNothing
We had a wonderful stay at an unexpected gem in the "middle of nowhere". It was a great surprise although we read about Welgelegen Manor in deciding to stay there, to make this discovery. Welcome was very friendly and insightful about the history of the place. Everything is very clean and all amenities offered very thoughtful as it should be for a five star establishment. Lots of attention to small detail. There are lots of detail and a lot of history that is fascinating. We highly recommend when in the area or for a stopover to the game reserves and Mpumalanga.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 16 March 2023
David
United KingdomNothing.
A thoughtfully restored Manor House. Peaceful with great rooms and pool. Fantastic food and service. Lovely staff. We used it as a stop off for a long road trip but we could’ve easily stayed longer. Great place to relax. Great wine too!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 10 March 2023
Veronica
United KingdomHaving to leave
the entire experience was above and beyond expectations. The room was beautiful, the food was some of the best i have ever experienced and the people running it went above and beyond what we would have expected to the extent that they got us 2 sim cards to use so that we had internet for google maps. Truly one of the best experiences we have ever had. I am very picky with my food and I would give it 10 out of ten!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 7 February 2023
Johannes
South AfricaGreat!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2022
Dennis
United Kingdomnothing
Extraordinary in every way
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 21 March 2022
Sébastien
FranceSuper nice staff, great chef, wonderful rooms. Perfect place to spend a few days in calm countryside!
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 15 February 2022
Ian
United Kingdomnothing
wonderful heritage house designed by. world famous architect. extremely comfortable with the most charming and attentive staff.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 25 September 2021
Sue
South AfricaAll great
Thank you for having us unexpectedly!
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Huib
NetherlandsThe location, the immediate surrounding area is very poor and didn’t feel super safe although to Be fair the property was surrounded by an electric fence.
Very comfy, excellent caring staff, very unique historic villa
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 20 February 2023
Robyn
South AfricaSome of the expenses weren't always clearly communicated, especially when it came to dinner and indulging in their wine selection. However service was tops
The buildings and grounds speak for themselves. The property is steeped in history and it is an experience on its own just learning about the history of the place
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 13 December 2022
France
FranceThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 29 May 2022
Pierre
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 19 June 2021
Nicholas
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: 20 June 2022
Anonymous
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2022
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