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An infinity pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of green mountains.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a visible kitchen area.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.
A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape, a lounge chair, a blanket, and a table with a book and glasses.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$548
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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Swadini Road (D2189), Blyde River Canyon, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Selati Nature Reserve
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Reptile Centre
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite, Mountain View (Mountain View Suite 1)

A modern hotel room with a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

Luxury Suite, Mountain View (Mountain View Suite 1)

  • Mountain view
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed (Luxury King Room )

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of greenery outside.

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed (Luxury King Room )

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Luxury Queen Room )

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Luxury Queen Room )

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Luxury Queen Room )

  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Mountain View Suite 2 )

A modern hotel room with a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Mountain View Suite 2 )

  • Mountain view
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Mountain View Suite 3 )

A modern hotel room with a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Mountain View Suite 3 )

  • Mountain view
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Hoedspruit

A luxury stay in Hoedspruit awaits you at umVangati House. You'll find Blyde River Canyon and God's Window in the region. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .At the guest house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Hoedspruit guest house, you'll be 9.1 km (5.7 mi) from Blyderivierspoort Hiking Trail and 33.1 km (20.5 mi) from Jessica the Hippo.
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What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 20 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Reptile Centre - 22 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 45 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Jessica the Hippo - 49 min drive - 38.2 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kadisi Restaurant - ‬84 min drive
  • ‪Annes cotton club cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Buck & Berg - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Black Chilli Eatery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪24° South - ‬11 min drive

About this property

umVangati House

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury umVangati House. An airport shuttle (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Hoedspruit guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2014
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
UmVangati House offers 5 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Hoedspruit guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2014
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

MastercardVisa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800.00 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 January and close on 31 December.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

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Umvangati House Hotel
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umVangati House Guesthouse Hoedspruit
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at umVangati House?

Yep, umVangati House has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at umVangati House?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at umVangati House on 27 Sept 2026 start from AU$548, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does umVangati House have a pool?

UmVangati House has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from January 01 to December 31).

What makes umVangati House a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at umVangati House.

Does umVangati House serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full breakfast is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at umVangati House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at umVangati House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at umVangati House?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at umVangati House?

No, pets are not allowed.

umVangati House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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Thanks so much. We had an amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn

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Amazing in every way, we could not fault it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would recommend

Five star luxury in the middle of Blyde River Canyon. The food was delicious (both dinner and breakfast) and the views are spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spectacular in every way!

Absolutely incredible, surrounded by natural beauty, welcomed into a stunning home, treated like family. This was a very special place that we will never forget. If you are in the area, you must experience this location. Food was delicious, equal to a fine dining restaurant. The staff were so kind!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views from umVangati House were breathtaking, each dish was delectable, the staff and owners were so friendly and helpful. The room was lovely, clean, comfortable and felt very safe. I could not recommend this place more highly. It was the highlight of my trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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Unbelievable stay in a familairy atmosphere with great food. Lidia und Giel are amazing.The view is just impressive. It is also possible to see some wild animals at the water hole. For me it is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Thank you so much for the great stay! We hope we'll come back one day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Most Perfect Romantic Getaway

WOW!! From the second you arrive, to the moment you leave you are treated like royalty. This family run business in the mountains is the perfect getaway. All the family members are extremely friendly, professional and have a great knowledge of the house and the surrounding area. They also have a watering hole, to which someone will notify you when animals are there. As we traveled for our honeymoon, we decided to upgrade to a suite, and we were not disappointed. The views from the room were mind-blowing. The room itself had maybe the comfiest bed I have ever slept in, great amenities provided, as well as pool towels for the pool at the main house. In the main house, the infinity edge swimming pool has the most insane view of the mountains. You can choose to have your meals inside, outside, next to a fire pit or treat yourself and eat in the wine room. Unfortunately, im not a wine drinker, but the wine room was amazing. I genuinely cant say enough about how amazing this place is. The local area has lots of great activities, we visited Jessica The Hippo and a Hot Air Balloon ride both of which I highly recommend. If you are thinking of a trip then this is the place to stay, I promise it wont disappoint. The only thing I would mention is the long driveway, Id highly recommend a higher car, but we did manage in our saloon car. On the drive up we saw giraffe, so please stick to the speed limit, as they come out of nowhere. To sum it up, the best place I have ever stayed.
The view over the info fence edge pool
A beer with a view
Breakfast setup
Corner bath with the best view ever
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Most Perfect Romantic Getaway

WOW!! From the second you arrive, to the moment you leave you are treated like royalty. This family run business in the mountains is the perfect getaway. All the family members are extremely friendly, professional and have a great knowledge of the house and the surrounding area. They also have a watering hole, to which someone will notify you when animals are there. As we traveled for our honeymoon, we decided to upgrade to a suite, and we were not disappointed. The views from the room were mind-blowing. The room itself had maybe the comfiest bed I have ever slept in, great amenities provided, as well as pool towels for the pool at the main house. In the main house, the infinity edge swimming pool has the most insane view of the mountains. You can choose to have your meals inside, outside, next to a fire pit or treat yourself and eat in the wine room. Unfortunately, im not a wine drinker, but the wine room was amazing. I genuinely cant say enough about how amazing this place is. The local area has lots of great activities, we visited Jessica The Hippo and a Hot Air Balloon ride both of which I highly recommend. If you are thinking of a trip then this is the place to stay, I promise it wont disappoint. The only thing I would mention is the long driveway, Id highly recommend a higher car, but we did manage in our saloon car. On the drive up we saw giraffe, so please stick to the speed limit, as they come out of nowhere. To sum it up, the best place I have ever stayed.
The view over the info fence edge pool
A beer with a view
Breakfast setup
Corner bath with the best view ever
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible Views and Amazing Hosts

This place is INCREDIBLE. The hosts are the nicest people. The views are even nicer than the photos make it look, and the same with the actual place There's a huge open area in the main house and two decks. Then the rooms also have incredible views. We had dinner each night and breakfast each day and all the meals were great and very filling! Would highly recommend coming out here and seeing Blyde River Canyon and enjoying this incredible home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Ruan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional stay

Absolutely amazing stay. The views are stunning and everything is just extraordinarily beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Cyril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay!

We had a great stay at the umVangati House. We were very well welcomed and amazed by the location and view from the house. Everything is organised to make sure you'll have an enjoyable stay. We will definitely come back. We chose to have diner at the house and would definitely recommend it, food was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

David

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A Perfect Spot to Relax and Unwind.

I’m truly lost for words to describe how beautiful this place is. It’s like a stunning Bel Air Mansion where, instead of Hollywood neighbours, you’re more likely to see a troop of noisy baboons or a herd of Zebra at the house’s very own watering hole a couple of hundred metres away. You MUST order Lidia’s evening meal (because it’s delicious) and try some of Giel’s Wine (because he has a gorgeous wine cellar under the main house). Try to stay two or three nights and you’ll have the most relaxing time.
Delicious Breakfast, poolside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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Stunning! And lovely hosts
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place, excellent meals, amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Felipe

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Excelente opção próxima ao Blyde River

Recebemos um welcome drink na entrada (cortesia) . Os proprietários e a gerência são muito gentis. Os quartos são ultra confortáveis, silenciosos e com mimos exclusivos. Recomendo jantar no hotel pois é 20km da cidade , e conta com um menu completo (entrada, prato principal, e sobremesa ) por cerca de 440 rands por pessoa . Enfim valeu demais !!! O café da manhã e cortesia e foi o melhor que tivemos na viagem ( sendo que fiquei em diversos 5 estrela ) Nota 10!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Bertrand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lugar excepcional!

Melhor hotel que ficamos na Africa do Sul. Quartos confortáveis, proprietários simpáticos e com certeza a melhor comida que experimentamos na Africa do Sul. A vista para Blyde River Canyon é simplesmente fantástica. E possível ver animais bebendo água a partir do deck do hotel. As áreas comuns são lindas, incluindo uma piscina com vista fantástica. Vale muito a pena!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Casa de cinema no meio dos canyons

Ótimo atendimento, você é sempre bem tratado pelos donos do umVangati. A casa é coisa de cinema...linda, moderna, muito bem decorada, com um vista impressionante!! Ficamos hospedados no quarto casal luxo (suíte 1), o quarto é enorme, moderno e com varanda. A banheira e o chuveiro tem vista para os canyons (muito bonito). Solicitamos o jantar para noite que passamos lá, o mesmo foi preparado pela dona do umVangati, que estava saborosíssimo!! Os únicos arrependimentos foram não ter ficado hospedado mais uma noite e ter feito o tour pelos canyons.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traveled all over the world and I have never had better service,food and scenery. It is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

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Exotisch Luxuriöse Unterkunft

Das umVangati House ist etwas spezielles in jeder Beziehung. Die Lage ist exponiert. Die Architektur und Ausstattung Luxuriös. Ganz liebevolle Gastgeber mit sehr persönlichem aber immer passendem Kontakt. Das Essen wird von der Hausherrin persönlich zubereitet und ist unglaublich gut. Selbst für mich als Vegetarier hat sie etwas gezaubert, was mit Abstand das beste Essen war, was ich im Urlaub in Südafrika bekommen habe. Das ganze hat seinen Preis, ist aber für die Leistung die man erhält jedenfalls angemessen.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Eyal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply perfect

What can I say: Great view, Super tasty food, Very welcoming staff, Outstandingly beatiful "decor" of the house, Attention to details, Proximity to the Blyde canyon. I would gladly return next time. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Bing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

the place you want to visit again.

betiful place and the service was perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

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Views!

Umvangati is a modern house looking over the Drakensburg and Blyde River Canyon - with amazing views! It's a perfect escape for some peace and quiet, a bit of forced 'switch off', which is what we needed. Rooms are lovely (we were in queen), and the whole house spacious and stylish. Hosts were very welcoming and helpful. Food is excellent. My only suggestion for dinners is to give a choice of main in case it's something you don't eat. We drove from Kruger Park and was great to do both. Thanks for the lovely stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Juste magnifique !

Nous avons adoré notre séjour dans cette maison d'hôtes qui est juste sublime ! Le cadre, l'accueil des propriétaires, les chambres, le paysage, le petit déjeuner : tout est était parfait! On se sent dans un site à part : on a vraiment l'impression d'être dans un autre monde ! Je ne peux que recommander ce lieu !
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10/10 Excellent

FRANCISCO JAVIER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Una de las mejores estancia en hotel de mi vida

Es una casa privada con pocas habitaciones y el trato que dan los dueños es exquisito y 100% personalizado. La ubicación es muy buena para ir a explorar la Panorama Route y el Parque nacional de Kruger. El desayuno que sirven esta muy bueno y recomiendo probar las cenas. Las vistas desde la casa son preciosas. La habitación es acogedora y comoda. El wifi va bien. Lo recomiendo sin duda, no os arrepentireis!
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025