Title: umVangati House (Guesthouse) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # umVangati House Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/d1a4416f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/aa6b6437.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/671dbd48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/d6b0ecfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/f56d1880.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Perched near the breathtaking Blyde River Canyon, umVangati House offers a serene retreat. Unwind in the garden or by the pool, and savor meals at the on-site restaurant with its breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Enjoy WiFi throughout your stay and relax with a drink at the bar after using laundry facilities. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Pool - Housekeeping - Laundry - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=13305025&PinnedHotelID=13305025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=13305025&PinnedHotelID=13305025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 7 - Oct. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=13305025&PinnedHotelID=13305025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=13305025&PinnedHotelID=13305025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=13305025&PinnedHotelID=13305025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=13305025&PinnedHotelID=13305025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=13305025&PinnedHotelID=13305025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=13305025&PinnedHotelID=13305025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/1f52c66d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, Mountain View (Mountain View Suite 1) ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Air conditioning TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower Private bathroom Hair dryer - 828 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed (Luxury King Room )](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/313a616f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed (Luxury King Room ) ### Highlights Air conditioning TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer Minibar Electric kettle - 322 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Luxury Queen Room )](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/3f919a86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Luxury Queen Room ) ### Highlights Air conditioning TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer Minibar Electric kettle - 280 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/1f52c66d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Mountain View Suite 2 ) ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Air conditioning TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower Private bathroom Hair dryer - 829 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305025/1f52c66d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Mountain View Suite 3 ) ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Air conditioning TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower Private bathroom Hair dryer - 829 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar. Other perks include: - A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in - A nature reserve, a porter/bellhop, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at umVangati House feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Free secured self parking on site ### 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 ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not 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 Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800.00 per person (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 ### We should mention The seasonal pool will be open from January 01 to December 31 Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Umvangati House Hotel Hoedspruit Umvangati House Hotel Umvangati House Hoedspruit Umvangati House umVangati Hoedspruit umVangati umVangati House Guesthouse Hoedspruit umVangati House Guesthouse umVangati House Guesthouse umVangati House Hoedspruit umVangati House Guesthouse Hoedspruit ## Frequently asked questions ### Does umVangati House have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–6:30 PM. ### How much does it cost to stay at umVangati House? > As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at umVangati House on Nov 3, 2025 start from CA $359.49, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Hoedspruit-Hotels-UmVangati-House.h13305025.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is umVangati House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at umVangati House? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at umVangati House? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at umVangati House? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Does umVangati House provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–7:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 800.00 per person applies. ### Where is umVangati House located? > Situated in the mountains, this luxury guesthouse is in the same region as Blyde River Canyon and God's Window. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## umVangati House Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 29 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Thanks so much. We had an amazing stay ##### Vanessa Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill Mar 1, 2025 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. ##### Jill Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gwendolyn Jun 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Amazing in every way, we could not fault it. ##### Gwendolyn Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Apr 2, 2023 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. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Oct 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom Jun 5, 2024 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/269AB159D11FA9A01FBC5A7C7A082EE17E0334931717476275654.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![A beer with a view](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/12D0E164AE8A81BC92B6682B5F4F1E67C5E38AD61717476275134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Breakfast setup](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BCB5BC6C91F389DA1CF83130466F681CF57BDCB11717476275850.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Corner bath with the best view ever](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/45662C3998196D94787A8A5D77EFFBB97D06527B1717476275298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tom Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom Jun 4, 2024 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/269AB159D11FA9A01FBC5A7C7A082EE17E0334931717476275654.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![A beer with a view](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/12D0E164AE8A81BC92B6682B5F4F1E67C5E38AD61717476275134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Breakfast setup](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BCB5BC6C91F389DA1CF83130466F681CF57BDCB11717476275850.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Corner bath with the best view ever](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/45662C3998196D94787A8A5D77EFFBB97D06527B1717476275298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tom Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill Mar 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Jill Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johanna Dec 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing stay ##### Johanna Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 22, 2021 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruan Jun 21, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Exceptional stay Absolutely amazing stay. The views are stunning and everything is just extraordinarily beautiful. ##### Ruan Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cyril Mar 14, 2020 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! ##### Cyril Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 22, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Sep 16, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5565C217076FA2B026067CBBCE1685EBCF60339A1568646814375.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A0411F059753E140C21A21B1579748769B8F44771568646815938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F9C0D18B8A94A147B7A09AB8B5234E9C2122F4281568646855122.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### David Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jinwook Feb 18, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Jinwook Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Nov 8, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Stunning! And lovely hosts ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 12, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful place, excellent meals, amazing views. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Felipe Aug 16, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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!!!! ##### Felipe Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bertrand Jun 13, 2018 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! ##### Bertrand Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guilherme Mar 21, 2018 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. ##### Guilherme Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 12, 2018 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! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin , Bonn Jan 14, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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. ##### Martin Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eyal, israel Aug 13, 2017 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. ##### Eyal Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bing Apr 18, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### the place you want to visit again. betiful place and the service was perfect. ##### Bing ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander Mar 3, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Alexander ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [Mafigeni Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Gravelotte-Hotels-Mafigeni-Safari-Lodge.h3954755.Hotel-Information) > > [Las Vegas Marriott](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Las-Vegas-Marriott.h79593.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near McMahon Stadium](https://www.expedia.ca/McMahon-Stadium-Hotels.0-l6072171-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Orangeville](https://www.expedia.ca/Orangeville-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d59251-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid)](https://www.expedia.ca/Vermaaklikheid-Hotels-Thorn-Feather.h61102048.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels.d178245.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Coast Hillcrest Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Revelstoke-Hotels-Coast-Hillcrest-Hotel.h457589.Hotel-Information) > > [The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Athenaeum-Hotel-Residences.h10430.Hotel-Information) > > [Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Plata-Hotels-Lifestyle-Holidays-Vacation-Resort-All-Inclusive.h32153817.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane](https://www.expedia.ca/Polokwane-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Polokwane.h17771611.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/del/toronto-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lax/yyz/los-angeles-to-toronto) > > [Air Canada Vancouver (YVR) to Toronto (YYZ) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/air-canada-from-vancouver-intl-to-pearson-intl/ac/yvr/yyz) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Muscat (MCT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mct/toronto-to-muscat) > > [Flights from Kitchener (YKF) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ykf/yyc/kitchener-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul (MSP) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/msp/las/minneapolis-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Kitchener](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/10579/flights-from-kitchener) > > [Condor](https://www.expedia.ca/Condor-Flights.cDE.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to London (YXU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yxu/toronto-to-london) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Edmonton](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Edmonton.d180002.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Car rentals in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Toronto.d178314.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Cruise > [Carnival Cruises](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnival-Cruise-Lines.cCV.Cruise-Line-Info) ### Activities > [Things to do in Abbotsford](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Abbotsford.d4128.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Bayfield](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Bayfield.d6336300.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Greece](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/67/Greece) > > [African Lion Safari](https://www.expedia.ca/African-Lion-Safari-Hamilton.d6089383.Vacation-Attraction)