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Elephant Rest Forest Cottage and Cabin

Self Catering

Review Summary

5 out of 5from 12 reviews for Elephant Rest Forest Cottage and Cabin
Cleanliness
4.9/5
Service
5.0/5
Location
4.9/5
Safety
5.0/5
Value for money
5.0/5
Mareli S - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mareli S
With friends

Serene, superb.

Perfect in every respect: a cosy, comfortable cottage with everything you need and beautiful personal touches, fresh flowers on arrival! And the setting is spectacular.

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Thank you, Mareli. It was great to share our space with you. Take care until next time.

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Dieter B - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dieter B
With spouse/partner

Unbelievable.

We did a 2-week tour of the Garden Route, and Elephant Rest Forest Cottage and Cabin is one of the highlights (accommodation-wise) of our trip.

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Thanx Dieter.. was lovely to have you spend time with us on your honeymoon. See you again ahead..

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Elmarie V - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elmarie V
Family with young children

Uitsonderlike diens en verblyf! Het dit baie geniet!

Ons gesin van 5 het só lekker gebly. Geen beurtkrag, als is solar. WiFi. Die kinders kon lekker speel in die tuin en het ook selfs in die dam geswem, al was dit nie so warm nie. Kinders kon met hul fietse ry, lekker bospaadjies en mooi natuur! Ons het ook Sondagaand pizza's by hul bestel, hul maak dit self. Was baie lekker en hul het selfs gluten-vrye opsies ook! Ek sal hul enige tyd aanbeveel vir 'n lekker natuur-wegbreek-vakansie.

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Exceptional service and accommodation! Really enjoyed it!

Our family of 5 had such a nice stay. No load shedding, if solar. Wi-Fi. The children had fun playing in the garden and even swam in the pond, even though it wasn't that warm. Children could ride their bikes, nice forest paths and beautiful nature! We also ordered pizzas from them on Sunday evening, they make it themselves. Was very tasty and they even have gluten free options too! I would recommend them anytime for a nice nature getaway holiday.

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Thank you, Elmarie. It was great to meet you and your wonderful family. So glad we could share our bit of paradise with you all.

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Sarina E - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sarina E
Family with young children

Puik blyplek!

Pragtige verblyf in mooi omgewing vir diegene wat die gedruis van Knysna wil vryspring en naby aan die natuur wil wees. Dankie Brett en Adela vir jul gasvryheid!

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Great place to stay!

Beautiful accommodation in beautiful surroundings for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of Knysna and want to be close to nature. Thank you Brett and Adela for your hospitality!

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Was wonderful to have you all here at Elephant Rest.

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Amanda V - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Amanda V
Individual traveler

Dit was absoluut rustig, mens kan jou siel verloor. Alles is lekker uiteengesit en enigiets wat jy sal nodig hê, is daar.

Die eienaars is ingestel op jou as besoeker. Dit is skoon, rustig, veilig en net absoluut die moeite werd vir 'n goeie uit rus. Jy kan stap in hul pragtige tuin en voel jy is sommer in die bos, maar daar is ook nabygeleë roetes om te stap in die bos. Absoluut pragtig!

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It was absolutely peaceful, you could lose your soul. Everything is nicely laid out and anything you will need is there.

The owners are focused on you as a visitor. It is clean, quiet, safe and just absolutely worth it for a good rest. You can walk in their beautiful garden and feel like you are in the woods, but there are also nearby trails for walking in the woods. Absolutely beautiful!

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Was lovely to share Our Elephant Rest with you. Thank you.

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Johannes V - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johannes V
With spouse/partner

Baie netjies. Hulpvaardige personeel.

Dit was een van die beste plekke waar ons nog oornag het. Beslis waarde vir geld. Lekker groot bed. Wonderlik geslaap. Baie dankie.

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Very neat. Helpful staff.

It was one of the best places we have ever stayed. Definitely value for money. Nice big bed. Slept wonderfully. Thank you very much.

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Thanks Johannes. Was great to share Elephant Rest with you and family.

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Anton U - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anton U
With spouse/partner

Heerlike rusplek weg van die lewe se druk.

Hierdie is 'n besondere plekkie, weg van die stadsgewoel. Brett en Adela het 'n ideale wegbreek plek geskep. Dis duidelik dat heelwat liefde en harde werk hier ingesit is. Ons het die verblyf baie geniet en was hartlik ontvang. Ons kan Elephant Rest ten sterkste aanbeveel.

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A wonderful place to rest away from life's pressures.

This is a special place, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Brett and Adela have created an ideal getaway spot. It's clear that a lot of love and hard work has gone into this. We really enjoyed the stay and were warmly received. We can highly recommend Elephant Rest.

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Thank you Anton. It was wonderful to have you come stay with us at Elephant Rest. Hopefully we meet again.

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Henriette V - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Henriette V
With spouse/partner

Die beste ontdekking in 'n lang tyd.

Wat 'n wonderlike, wonderlike plekkie. Brett en Adela sien nie die kleinste detail oor om jou verblyf so aangenaam as moontlik te maak nie. Die huisie is 'n voorbeeld van ware vakmanskap en bevat eenvoudig alles wat mens dalk nodig mag kry. Jy het letterlik net klere en kos nodig. Ons het die omgewing heerlik verken op ons fietse en lekker afgekoel in die groot dam. Die stilte, die voëls, die bos. Mens gaan regtig baie wyd moet soek vir beter.

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The best discovery in a long time.

What a wonderful, wonderful place. Brett and Adela do not overlook the smallest detail to make your stay as pleasant as possible. The cottage is an example of true craftsmanship and simply contains everything one might need. You literally only need clothes and food. We had a great time exploring the area on our bikes and cooled off in the large pond. The silence, the birds, the forest. One really has to look far and wide for better.

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Thank you Henriette.
It was wonderful to meet you both, and so glad you loved it here.
We look forward to seeing you again in the future, lots more cycle paths to explore.

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Anna D - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anna D
Individual traveler

Peace and tranquility

It was my first time in Rheenendal, and how surprised I was to find such a gem. The cabin is exactly like the description and photos. It is very quiet and peaceful. The owner and his wife were very friendly and accommodating. And I absolutely loved the kitchen area. What a lovely way to still enjoy the comforts and enjoy nature. I will definitely recommend a stay at the Cabin and Cottage.

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Thank you Anna. It was lovely to have you sharing Elephant Rest. So glad you enjoyed your stay.

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Jaco V - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco V
With spouse/partner

Baie gasvry, heerlike verblyf in die bos.

Ons het ons verblyf baie geniet, en sal definitief weer daar draai!

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Very hospitable, lovely stay in the forest.

We really enjoyed our stay, and will definitely return there again!

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Thank you for coming to share our place. Was great to meet you both. Till next time..

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Andrew H - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andrew H
With spouse/partner

It is a special place. Not to be missed.

This is more than just a nice cottage. This is special with so much love and character put into the cottage and surrounding gardens. There are beautiful walkways in the garden with special little seating places hidden away. Little bits of art all over the place to enjoy and make one feel special. The walks in the forest are so enjoyable with the quietness and undisturbed natural surroundings. You have to visit this place to appreciate the beauty and effort put into it. It is really something else. We came away with only good thoughts. Please don't forget the hosts. Always willing to do anything you may need and very interesting explanations of the property.

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Thank you Andrew, was great to be able to share our space with you both. I'm sure we will see you again in the future. Take care

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Madelein T - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Madelein T

Totaal die moete werd vir geld en beste diens.

Beautiful view. Amazing mense. Vriendelik. Met ons aankoms het ons tuisgebakte muffins gekry. Die geld werd. Sal enige tyd weer terug gaan.

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Totally worth the money and best service.

Beautiful view. Amazing people. Friendly. Upon our arrival we got home-baked muffins. It's worth the money. Will go back anytime.

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Thank you Madelein. Was great to have u all here at Elephant Rest. Hope we see you again .

Elephant Rest Forest Cottage and Cabin
From
R900
per night, for 2 ppl
From
From R900
per night, for 2 ppl
From
R900
per night, for 2 ppl
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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your stay!
  • Capacity: 10 people
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Plot 142, Bibbyshoek, Rheenendal, Knysna, 6570, Western Cape
  • All ages welcome
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