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Millgate Cottage

Self Catering

Review Summary

3.7 out of 5from 60 reviews for Millgate Cottage
Cleanliness
3.6/5
Service
3.4/5
Location
4.1/5
Safety
3.9/5
Value for money
3.3/5
Susanna K - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Susanna K
With spouse/partner

Aangename mense maar nie 3 ster nie.

Matras was hol in die en die paslaken pas nie op die matras nie. 'n Stort sal help vir mense wat nie kan bad nie. Definitief nie 3 ster-akkommodasie nie.

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Pleasant people but not 3 star.

Mattress was hollow and the fitted sheet did not fit the mattress. A shower will help for people who cannot bathe. Definitely not 3 star accommodation.

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Elmarie T - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Elmarie T
With friends

Oorgebly vir 3 nagte op 'n gholftoer.

Die plek is baie verwaarloos en toegegroei. Die kombuise se bekers, glase en breekware pas glad nie by mekaar nie. In een blyplek was daar 'n glas wat so vuil en taai was dat hy nie eers wou skoonkom nadat ek dit vir 2 dae geweek het in seepwater nie. Die verwarmers werk.

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Stayed for 3 nights on a golf tour.

The place is very neglected and overgrown. The kitchens' mugs, glasses and crockery do not match at all. In one residence there was a glass that was so dirty and sticky that it wouldn't come clean even after I soaked it in soapy water for 2 days. The heaters work.

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We are sorry you were unimpressed with Millgate Cottage. However, I feel the need to respond to your review. It is winter here, and we have leaves falling off trees, which we have plenty of, frost-scald plants and, generally, a lack of rainfall does tend to see a lot die off. We do not waste water trying to keep lawns green and tend to leave the fallen leaves to become mulch to maintain natural regrowth and fertilisation. It may seem that this is what you are referring to with “verwaarloos en toegegroeiwe”. The mismatched crockery is intentional, as I like to maintain a Bohemian and cosy feel for my accommodation. Many of our guests love the homely touch. The dirty glass, we think, was perhaps in the unprepared bigger room that you requested on arrival at no extra cost. If you had brought it to our attention, we would have replaced it immediately, as the place was not prepared for you. Yes, the heaters work.

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Coleen S - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Coleen S
With spouse/partner

Eenheid is swak toegerus. Muurverwarmers nie voldoende nie. Matrasse is uitgeleef en eenheid was nie skoon nie.

Geensins waarde vir geld nie. Die eenheid is baie koud en geen voorsiening is gemaak met addisionele verwarmers of elektriese komberse nie. Kombuisgereedskap is minimaal.

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Unit is poorly equipped. Wall heaters not sufficient. Mattresses were worn out and unit was not clean.

Not value for money at all. The unit is very cold and no provision has been made with additional heaters or electric blankets. Kitchen utensils are minimal.

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We apologise if you found the cottage below par, the Midlands is cold this time of year, the wall panel heaters do cope with this and there are always extra blankets stored in the bedroom cupboards. The kitchen has full stove/oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and full refrigerator, crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils. Any suggestions on what is missing would be appreciated.

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Ina L - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Ina L
With friends

Vriendelike gashere, tariewe te hoog vir wat 'n mens kry. Plek was nie 100% op standaard nie.

Omgewing is baie mooi.

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Friendly hosts, rates too high for what one gets. Place was not 100% up to standard.

Environment is very beautiful.

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Mandy N - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Mandy N
Family with young children

It was clean and basic.

I thought the decor was very old-fashioned and could do with some updating, especially being situated where it is (on the Meander).

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Johanna B - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johanna B
With spouse/partner

Ons het rustig geslaap en die eienaar(s) is vriendelik en behulpsaam.

Ons was by 'n hokkietoernooi by Michaelhouse en Millgate Cottage was gerieflik naby. Dit is ook gerieflik naby heelwat Midlands Meander besoekpunte. Millgate Cottage is ouwêrelds en het 'n plaasatmosfeer. Ons eenheid het baie spasie, maar gaste moet weet dat dit nie modern is nie.

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We slept peacefully and the owner(s) are friendly and helpful.

We were at a hockey tournament at Michaelhouse and Millgate Cottage was conveniently close by. It is also conveniently close to many Midlands Meander hotspots. Millgate Cottage is old world and has a farm feel. Our unit has a lot of space, but guests should know that it is not modern.

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Thank you for your review, it was a pleasure having you here with us.

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Marnus S - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Marnus S
Individual traveler

Lieflike akkommodasie in voortreflike omgewing.

Baie skoon en ruim akkommodasie met die mooiste uitsigte.

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Lovely accommodation in superb surroundings.

Very clean and spacious accommodation with the most beautiful views.

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Marga B - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Marga B
With spouse/partner

The cottage we had was not a luxury one but everything we needed was there. When the TV did not work they immediately changed it for another one.

The German Bistro and Bar on the premises is a gem. We did not have a wide view but compensated that by visiting places that have.

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Thank you Marga, it was a pleasure having you with us.

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Tony R - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tony R
Family with young children

Very nice.

The place was very well kept and my stay was very relaxing.

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Thanks for the lovely rating. Tony, much appreciated.

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Karen P - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karen P
With friends

It was exactly what we needed for one night stay.

It was located in close proximity to the wedding we attended. It was very quiet and peaceful. The staff members that we did see were very helpful. My only issue was that we didn't meet our hostess who I believe to be 84 years old. I had to find someone to switch on our geyser at 6:30 in the morning so I could shower and we didn't have any washing up sponges/ cloths or any dishcloths. Other than that it was very nice.

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Carin W - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Carin W
Family with teenagers

We had a pleasant stay.

See stars.

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Vedette B - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Vedette B
Family with young children

‘n Ramp.

Ons bespreking was in die Plaashuis. Foto’s gee nie die ware beeld. Onveilig gevoel. Sekuriteit swak (hek kon nie sluit). Ons het nie oorgeslaap, eerder ons goedjies gepak en verder gery. Erg teleurstellend.

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With spouse/partner
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Carel B - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Carel B
With spouse/partner

Sal nie weer hier bly nie!

Plek is afgeleef en word glad nie onderhou nie, personeel nie baie behulpsaam nie.

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Will not stay here again!

Place is run down and not maintained at all, staff not very helpful.

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Arriving right at the end of a particularly busy weekend, it seems this guest was not as warmly welcomed as he wished to be. I apologise on behalf of my staff.

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Pieter B - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Pieter B
With spouse/partner

Onder verwagting.

TV goor en remotes het nie gewerk nie. Beddegoed nie waffers nie.

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Not what we expected.

TV was bad and the remotes didn't work. Linen wasn't good.

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Flo S - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Flo S
With friends

Very disappointing.

The owners are selling and it appears that they have lost a lot of interest in the upkeep - was clean but needs attention and a lot of TLC. In an ideal location - very beautiful area.

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
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Anonymous Guest - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With spouse/partner

The room was clean, the minimum one needs.

The cottage was clean, there is no stove or braai place or pots and such to call it 'self catering'... There was coffee and tea set out and some milk in the fridge. The accommodation is sufficient to lay your head down for the night.

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Alex C - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Alex C
With spouse/partner

Stilte!

Rustig en stil. Kwaliteit van verblyf kon egter beter.

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Silence!

Calm and quiet. However, quality of accommodation could be better.

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We try our best at all times.

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children
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Ashina N - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ashina N
Family with teenagers

Value for money.

It's a prefect holiday location if you are look for a break away from city living.

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Tertia V - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Tertia V
Family with teenagers

Baie bekostigbaar en waarde vir geld.

Pragtige plek, waarde vir geld, baie om in die omgewing te doen.

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Very affordable and value for money.

Beautiful place, value for money, lots to do in the area.

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Thank you. We enjoyed having you here.

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Charles C - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Charles C
With spouse/partner

Het ongelukkig nie aan die verwagtinge voldoen nie.

Die voordeel van die plek - dit is baie rustig en stil. Verblyf (bed en TV) nie op standaard nie. Gordyne in badkamer ontbreek.

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Unfortunately did not live up to expectations.

The advantage of the place - it is very peaceful and quiet. Accommodation (bed and TV) not up to standard. Curtains in bathroom missing.

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I must apologise to Charles for two of the tiny hooks on the bathroom curtains coming undone. I had pneumonia so did not do my normal check of the unit before he arrived. Nevertheless, the curtains open and close as they should.

This is the first complaint I have received about the bed, but I will look into it.

In this lovely setting, few guests bother with a TV, but I will consider increasing the rate in order to buy a larger one.

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Jacobus V - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Jacobus V
With spouse/partner

Large rooms needs updating.

The room was large and spacious, the bed creaky. The head bord and skirting plays havoc. The bath was nice and big and water hot. The electricity around the fridge is an issue

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Dear Cobus,

I am sorry that was not as pleasing as we had hoped it would be. Thank you for pointing out these issues that will now attend to.

Kind regards,
Jean Temkin

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Natalie F - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Natalie F
With friends

Beautiful setting, clean and neat - owner and staff went out of their way to accommodate us.

Millgate is very central, set in a green and leafy area. We were made to feel very welcome, and accommodated in every way possible. Cottage was quaint, private and clean.

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We are pleased that you enjoyed your visit; we certainly enjoyed having you here.

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Hinke N - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Hinke N
With spouse/partner

Pragtige omgewing maar kort baie opgradering!

Sien sterre.

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Beautiful setting but needs a lot of upgrading!

See stars.

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Letani D - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Letani D
Family with young children

Rustig, gerieflik en bekostigbaar.

Hierdie was omtrent al die vierde keer wat ons by Millgate oornag op pad na ons jaarlikse vakansie in KZN. Met 'n groep van 8 familielede het ons die twee self-catering cottages bespreek en aandete geëet by "The Kölsch Stube" waar die gasvrou uit haar pad gegaan het om ons aandete voor te berei en te bedien. Die kinders geniet die putt-putt baan (wat dalk bietjie aandag nodig het) terwyl die res van die familie 'n drankie geniet by The Crafty Mole Pub. Ons sal definitief weer daar oorbly in die toekoms!

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Peaceful, convenient and affordable.

This was the fourth time we've stayed at Millgate on our way to our annual holiday in KZN. With a group of 8 family members we booked two self-catering cottages and booked dinner at "The Kölsch Stube" where the hostess went out of her way to prepare and serve us dinner. The kids enjoyed the putt-putt (which could use some attention) while the rest of the family enjoyed a drink at The Crafty Mole Pub. We will definitely stay there again in the future.

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Kira S - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kira S
With friends

Pragtige plek.

Wonderlike plek waar mens net kan gaan ontspan en die beeldskone area inneem.

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Beautiful place.

Wonderful place where you can just relax and take in the picturesque area.

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What a pleasure it is to have such super guests staying with us.

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Joggie V - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Joggie V
With spouse/partner

Lekker!

Lekker! Goed toegerus. Lekker kroeg naby. Rustig, skoon en stil.

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Nice!

Nice! Well equipped. Nice bar nearby. Peaceful, clean and quiet.

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It was a great pleasure having Joggie staying with us. Polite, appreciative and a great sense of humour, what more could Millgate Cottage have asked for.

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Johan L - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Johan L
With spouse/partner

Teleurstellend.

Die kamer was baie koud omdat die verwarmer nie vooraf aangeskakel was nie. Daar was geen matrasbeskermer op die bed nie. Geen elektriese kombers nie, dun duvet en net een ekstra kombers. Die matras nie na wense nie. Daar is geen geriewe om skottelgoed te was nie.

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Disappointing.

Cold room because the heater was not turned on before our arrival. No cover on the matress. No electric blankes, thin duvet with only one extra blanket. Matress was not nice. No amenities to wash dishes.

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The KZN Midlands is known for its cold weather and the one night that Mr. Johan La Grange stayed with perhaps the coldest this year. I supply my guests with the same bedding that I use for myself which I hitherto thought sufficient.
We would certainly have switched the heaters on an hour or so before his arrival if, like regular guests Mr. La Grange had phoned ahead with his current whereabouts. To keep heaters running in empty units is financially impossible at the kind of low rates we charge.
I must apologise for the lack of a mattress cover and have spoken harshly to the staff member who did not replace it after it was washed.
Durdle Door is our only semi-self catering unit in that it does not have a proper kitchen and therefore a kitchen sink this is clearly stated in our literature. As it is our prettiest unit, is kitchen-less and has a double bed, we refer to it as out Honeymoon suite.

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Johannes S - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Johannes S
With spouse/partner

Mooi binne, buite nie.

Mooi omgewing. Dis mooi huisies maar die wat ons ingebly het lyk nie goed van buite af nie. Platdak met prefab mure. Nie klankdig nie - bure het erg gesnork.

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Pretty inside, not outside.

Nice environment. The houses are pretty, but the ones we stayed in did not look nice from the outside. Flat roofs with prefab walls. Not soundproof - the neighbours snored really loudly.

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Sorry this guest did not like the look of the outside of the suites, despite the lovely flowers doing so well there, but as after 15 years of running Millgate Cottage, this is the first such complaint, no action will be taken. I suggest that next time, they pay a little extra and take one of the cottages.

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Barend G - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Barend G
With spouse/partner

Baie baie sleg.

Het nie 'n sleutel die eerste aand gekry om die huis mee te sluit nie. Die bestuurder het hom self nie eers kom voorstel nie. Die wasbak was gekraak en vuil. Ek was self 'n bestuurder van 'n Natuurreservaat. Dis nie hoe ek 'n naweek waarvoor ek geld betaal het wil spandeer nie, nee.

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Very very bad.

Didn't get a key the first night to lock the house with. The manager didn't even come to introduce himself. The sink was cracked and dirty. I myself was a manager of a Nature Reserve. That's not how I want to spend a weekend I paid money for, no.

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Dear Mr. Greyvensteyn

You did not receive a key on your first night as the key was on the inside of the front door made ready for you to lock it. Attempting to book in seven-and-a-half late (12.30), knowing that we are not a hotel with 24-hour service, did you really expect someone to greet you? My son waited up for you, until 10.30 pm when he realised that you were deceiving him with regard to your impending arrival. You are also dishonest with regard to the wash basin which it sparkles with cleanliness and not a hairline crack in sight.

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Peet L - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Peet L
Family with teenagers

Dit was aangenaam.

Dit was aangenaam, maar self sal ek nie weer daar bly nie.

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It was pleasant.

It was pleasant, but I myself would not stay there again.

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Sorry you did not enjoy your stay Peet. Increasing the number of guests from two to four on a particularly busy weekend can sometimes complicate matters for us.

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Bernice R - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Bernice R
With spouse/partner

Ons het onwelkom gevoel.

Toe ons by Millgate aankom, was die hulp in die waskamer so ons moes haar eers soek. Toe ons haar kry, was sy vreeslik ongeskik. Ons kom toe in ons kamer en kom toe agter dat daar nie stortgeriewe is nie. Ons vra toe of hul ons dalk kan skuif na 'n kamer met 'n stort indien dit moontlik sou wees. Die bestuurder kom toe daar aan met 'n vreeslike houding, so ons het toe maar teen dit besluit om 'n ander kamer te vat. Ons het vreeslik onwelkom gevoel. Die volgende dag het die skoonmakers nie eers ons handdoeke mooi opgehang of die bad uitgewas nie. Ons het die oggend koffie gedrink, maar vir ons tweede dag het hulle nie weer koffie of melk in die kamer kom sit nie. Ek wil ook net aanlas dat ons nie in 'n selfsorgkamer was nie. Die hele ervaring was onaangenaam en onsmaaklik. Sal dit nie vir iemand aanbeveel nie.

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We felt unwelcome.

When we arrived at Millgate the help was in the washroom so we had to look for her first. When we found her, she was terribly unfit. We then got into our room and realized that there were no shower facilities. We then asked if they could move us to a room with a shower if that would be possible. The manager then arrived with a terrible attitude, so we decided against it to take another room. We felt terribly unwelcome. The next day, the cleaners didn't even hang up our towels properly or wash out the bathtub. We drank coffee in the morning, but for our second day they did not come to put coffee or milk in the room again. I also just want to note that we were not in a self-catering room. The whole experience was unpleasant and distasteful. Would not recommend to anyone.

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I do not understand Afrikaanse but it seems that this guest does not understand English and so I must forgive her for not being able to read the signs outside and within reception asking visitors to ring the bell on the counter so that I may attend to them and show them to their room.

I have no clue who the bad tempered “manager” was; as well as owner, I am the manager and I am not a man. Perhaps she was speaking to another guest, hence his bad temper. While unidentified I can only assume this is the couple who, when complaining about the lack of shower cubical, were offered alternative accommodation but decided to stay where they were perhaps because it has a double be; it is our honeymoon suite. This suit does not have a shower cubical but does have a shower attachment in the bath, which requires the user to hold it allowing them to spray whichever part of the body they choose.

Millgate Cottage offers self-catering, self-service accommodation and describes it as such in all of our literature. This again indicated that the guest cannot understand English. The coffee, tea, milk etc upon arrive is a welcoming gesture on our part, and not covered by the self-catering rate. Although we are a self-service establishment for longer-staying guests, we offer to service rooms every three days, these guests only stayed two days.

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Bets P - Feb 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Bets P
With spouse/partner

Ons kon heerlik ontspan op die plaas desnieteenstaande 'n bedrywige naweek.

'n Rustige plaaservaring met 'n "English country garden", hoenders, apies, 'n trekker wat ploeg en af en toe 'n trein wat fluit.

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We were able to relax wonderfully on the farm despite a busy weekend.

A peaceful farm experience with an "English country garden", chickens, monkeys, a plowing tractor and the occasional train whistling.

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Charmaine M - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Charmaine M
Family with young children

Sal nie weer teruggaan nie.

Het te veel betaal vir die verblyf. Ons was net 7 volwassenes en 2 kinders en het betaal vir 11 mense.

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Will not go back again.

Paid too much for the accommodation. We were only 7 adults and 2 children and paid for 11 people.

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Dear Charmaine

I am sorry that you feel aggrieved that I did not refund money to you are the end of your stay when you claimed that the number of people staying was less than the number you originally booked for which was 9 adults and 4 children. The rate for this many people for three days is R11880. However as one couple was only able to stay one night instead of three, the amount was adjusted downwards to R10800.

The booking was for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day a period when we turned away dozens of would-be guests. While your group was booked into the Farmhouse, worried that this many only had use of two bathrooms, I turned down last-minute booking for Cottage I, (valued at R2400) and allocated the cottage to your group in order to provide the party with an extra bathroom.

It was me who suggested you contact Travel Ground when I refused your demand for a refund hence this communication.

Kind regards Jean Temkin

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Annalie P - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annalie P
Family with teenagers

Our stay at Millgate Cottage was peaceful and friendly.

Millgate Cottage is in a peaceful, safe and friendly setting. The staff members are friendly and respectful. You can just ask to get what you need. It is well located near Nottingham Road and Howick. The cottage has excellent direction booklets on valuable visits in the area.

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Such nice guests to have staying with us. We hope that they will find time to revisit is some time in the future.

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends

Wonderfully peaceful.

Value for money. There is no swimming pool nearby as indicated, nor is there a restaurant on site.

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Greg P - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Greg P
With spouse/partner

Vir net een aand oorbly is dit ideaal.

'n Swembad sou die verblyf verbeter het. Min om te doen op die perseel.

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For just one night stay it is ideal.

A swimming pool would have improved the stay. Little to do on site.

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Jan B - Oct 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Jan B
With spouse/partner

Het dringend opknapping nodig.

Met betrekking tot die prys wat gevra word, het die geboue binne en buite dringend opknapping nodig. Met ons aankoms is ons vir dieselfde prys opgradeer na 'n eenheid met 'n kombuis. Hoewel die eenheid, breekware en linne skoon was, het die hele kompleks dringend aandag nodig wat agteruitgang (groot barse, roes ens.) betref. Dit het 'n demper op ons verwagtinge geplaas (ek het foto's aan LekkeSlaap gestuur). Die foto's wat op Millgate se eie inligtingsbrosjure voorkom is beslis minstens 15 jaar gelede geneem te oordeel aan die ouderdom van die persone asook die grootte van die plante.

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In urgent need of renovation.

For the asking price, the buildings are in urgent need of renovation inside and out. Upon arrival we were upgraded to a unit with a kitchen for the same price. Although the unit, crockery and linen were clean, the whole complex needs urgent attention in terms of deterioration (large cracks, rust etc.). This put a damper on our expectations (I sent photos to LekkeSlaap). The photos that appear on Millgate's own information brochure were definitely taken at least 15 years ago judging by the age of the persons as well as the size of the plants.

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While the guest had booked into Durdle Door, I offered this guest Kimmeridge as the couple were booked for three days. I did this as a recent TravelGround guests complained of a lack of a kitchen, although it is pointed out in our dialogue that Durdle Door is only semi-self-catering. He decided on Kimmeridge, which is a much bigger unit with two rooms, kitchenette and full bathroom, but is not part of the main house. Kimmeridge and Lulworth underwent substantial repair 18 months ago, and a new roof added. Rather than big cracks, there are hairline cracks that found in most buildings. I am unaware of any rust, anywhere. With the exception of two, a snow scene and an aerial shot, the photographs that appear on our site were taken within the last six months.

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Rudi O - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Rudi O
With spouse/partner

Not what was advertised.

I thought Millgate Cottage was supposed to be self-catering accommodation, but there were no facilities to cook or clean.

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The guest chose to stay in Durdle Door, the only unit that does not have its own kitchen and is deliberately advertised in this way. However it does have a fridge, microwave and kettle. It is regarded as our honeymoon suite as it is the only smaller unit with a double bed which I assume is why she chose this suite.

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Alexander N - Aug 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Alexander N
With spouse/partner

It's a beautiful place in a wonderful setting, ideal for a holiday to unwind.

I will be booking for a holiday because the environment is suitable for unwinding after a year of hectic work. I intend to make this a holiday destination for a retreat at least once a year. Thanks to Jean and company my brief stay there was very memorable.

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Sarel H - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sarel H
Family with young children

Die plekkie is baie ruim, skoon en goed geleë om van die ander besienswaardighede te kan besoek.

Millgate is sentraal geleë om al die plekkies te besoek wat daar geleë is. Dit is ook lekker om deur die winkeltjies te stap op die perseel en die eetplekkie is baie gerieflik vir 'n ete. Die rustigheid van die groot bome met die voëls is vir ons baie lekker om te geniet.

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The place is very spacious, clean and well located to be able to visit some of the other attractions.

Millgate is centrally located to visit all the places that are located there. It is also nice to walk through the shops on site and the eatery is very convenient for a meal. The tranquility of the big trees with the birds is very nice for us to enjoy.

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We so appreciate guests like this family who enjoy the countryside at its best. Like us they appreciated the tranquil setting and the abundant birdlife we have here. It is a pleasure to entertain such nice people.

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Martina C - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Martina C

Ons het net 1 nag oorgeslaap op pad kus toe. Dit is voldoende vir kort oorbly.

Personeel baie vriendelik. Lekker aandete geniet , op kort kennisgewing. Kamer kort 'n bietjie opgradering, maar is baie skoon.

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We only stayed 1 night on the way to the coast. It is sufficient for short stay.

Staff very friendly. Enjoy a nice dinner, on short notice. Room needs some upgrading but is very clean.

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Peet B - Nov 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Peet B
Individual traveler

Gerieflik!

Sal weer daar oornag as ons in die rigting kom.

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Comfortable!

Will spend the night there again if we come in the direction.

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Heather B - Jun 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Heather B
Family with young children

Stil en veilig vir kinders.

Peta was baie behulpsaam.

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Quiet and safe for children.

Peta was very helpful.

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Santie S - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Santie S
Large group

Die kamers was netjies en skoon en die personeel baie vriendelik.

Sien die sterre.

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The rooms were neat and clean and the staff very friendly.

See the stars.

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Henk B - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Henk B
With friends

Weggesteekte juweel en 'n heerlike ervaring.

Ons het heerlik gebly by Millgate. Alles is pragtig en skoon en die omgewing is eenvoudig net fantasties. Hulle sien ons verseker weer.

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Hidden gem and a delightful experience.

We had a lovely stay at Millgate. Everything is beautiful and clean and the environment is simply fantastic. They will surely see us again.

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Cindy P - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cindy P
Family with young children

Book a loooooong stay

We loved our stay, as well as the caring personality of our Host - Petra. Our Cottage was clean and nicely prepared. We were advised of availability of extra blankets should a need arise as it gets cold at night in autumn. Millgate is conveniently located close to the attractions of the Meander, be it Nottingham Road or closer to the Mandela Capture Site, even Howick. We plan to make a return trip which is even longer than 3 days.

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Cliff V - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Cliff V
With spouse/partner

'n Lekker rustige atmosfeer!

Ons sal beslis weer 'n draai maak. Dit is nie ver weg van die besienswaardighede in die omgewing nie en daar is 'n huislike vriendelikheid.

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A nice peaceful atmosphere!

We will definitely visit again. It is not far from the attractions in the area and there is a homely friendliness.

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Johannes K - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johannes K
With spouse/partner

Aangenaam.

Dit was goed gewees. Baie dankie!

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Pleasant.

It had been good. Thank you very much!

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Amanda K - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Amanda K
With friends

Dit was baie lekker om daar oor te slaap!

Die plek was skoon en het alles wat mense nodig het om oor te slaap. Die omgewing is pragtig. Aandete was heerlik en waarde vir geld. Sal baie beslis weer daar oorslaap.

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It was very nice to sleep over there!

The place was clean and has everything people need to sleep over. The environment is beautiful. Dinner was delicious and value for money. Will definitely stay there again.

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Annelie R - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Annelie R
With spouse/partner

'n Rustige plekkie!

Sien die sterre hieronder.

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A quiet place!

See the stars below.

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Letani D - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Letani D
Family with young children

Rustige eenvoud!

Millgate Cottage bied gemaklike verblyf in 'n rustige atmosfeer met vriendelike mense!

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Quiet simplicity!

Millgate Cottage offers comfortable accommodation in a peaceful atmosphere with friendly people!

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Pieter K - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Pieter K
With spouse/partner

Ons het net oorgeslaap.

Dit was baie rustig.

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We just slept over.

It was very peaceful.

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Leana L - Feb 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Leana L
With friends

Die eenheid was dienlik en skoon, dalk bietjie duur vir selfsorg.

Millgate Cottage is in 'n baie mooi area geleë, dit is salig om wakker te word met natuurgeluide en 'n ongelooflike rustigheid. Daar is ook heelwat te doen in die omgewing wat die plasing van die Cottage eintlik baie sentraal maak. Ons was vier persone in die eenheid en het laataand aangekom. Ons wou elk 'n koppie koffie drink, maar was teleurgestel toe daar net twee pakkies kitskoffie en twee teesakkies beskikbaar was. Toegegee, dit is 'n selfsorg eenheid, maar vir die prys sou dit net gaaf wees om genoeg koffie en tee beskikbaar te stel. Die eenheid is dalk eerder meer geskik vir minder gaste op 'n keer.

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The unit was serviceable and clean, perhaps a bit expensive for self-catering.

Millgate Cottage is located in a very beautiful area, it is blissful to wake up to the sounds of nature and an incredible tranquility. There is also a lot to do in the area which makes the location of the Cottage very central. There were four of us in the unit and we arrived late at night. We wanted to have a cup of coffee each, but were disappointed when there were only two packets of instant coffee and two tea bags available. Granted, it's a self-catering unit, but for the price it would just be nice to have enough coffee and tea available. Rather, the unit may be more suitable for fewer guests at a time.

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Josephine F - Feb 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Josephine F
With friends

We were satisfied with everything

We really enjoyed our stay, the service and cleanliness were great! We just think that the garden need some attention and also the road leading to the cottage - noted as constructive criticism.

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Ansie C - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Ansie C
Large group

Goeie standaard verblyf met vriendelike gashere.

Die foto op die webwerf is effens misleidend. Dis wel Millgate Cottage, maar ons verblyf was in ander eenhede agter hierdie Cottage wat nie so aanskoulik is nie. 'n Rustige stil omgewing met koeltetuin, maar steeds binne bereik van al die interessante plekke op die Midlands-roete. Goeie standaard verblyf toegerus met alles wat nodig is.

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Good standard accommodation with friendly hosts.

The photo on the website is slightly misleading. It is indeed Millgate Cottage, but our accommodation was in other units behind this Cottage which are not so vivid. A peaceful quiet setting with shade garden, but still within easy reach of all the interesting places on the Midlands route. Good standard accommodation equipped with everything needed.

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Mike W - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Mike W
With spouse/partner

Ideal weekend retreat

Ideally situated for a weekend retreat.

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Siggy K - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Siggy K
With spouse/partner

Great local pub and cottage

Lovely, neat and convenient cottage with a great local pub that serves good food and provides good company.

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