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The Old Hatchery

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4.2 out of 5from 47 reviews for The Old Hatchery
Cleanliness
4.1/5
Service
4.1/5
Location
4.4/5
Safety
4.4/5
Value for money
4.1/5
Ria M - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Ria M
With friends

Ses vriende wat 2 dae op Underberg gekuier het.

Wat 'n teleurstelling! Dit lyk asof hulle besig is met opknapping, maar niks is klaar nie. Daar was net 1 teelepel vir 6 gaste. Een bed het nie 'n elektriese kombers op gehad nie. Daar was nie 'n ketel vir die gasstoof nie. Geen lampe vir loadshedding nie. Sou ons in die restaurant wou eet, moes ons dit voor 19h00 doen, aangesien die personeel uitgeput was van 'n Duitse toergroep die vorige dag.

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Six friends who visited Underberg for 2 days.

What a disappointment! It looks like they are renovating, but nothing is finished. There was only 1 teaspoon for 6 guests. One bed did not have an electric blanket on it. There was no boiler for the gas stove. No lamps for load shedding. If we wanted to eat in the restaurant, we had to do it before 19h00, as the staff were exhausted from a German tour group the day before.

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Burger D - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Burger D
With spouse/partner

Rustig, mooiste uitsig en vriendelike diens!

Ons het die naweek in een van die Fishermans Cottages (No 18) gebly. Was op 'n vorige geleentheid daar vir die heerlike pizza's, maar nie daar ingeboek. Ons het die keer besluit om by The Old Hatchery te gaan bly. Met ons aankoms het Daniel ons herken en dadelik op die naam genoem! Ons was dadelik gehelp met alles sodat ons net kon rustig wees. Ons het al ons etes by die restaurant geniet en die kos was puik en ook goeie diens ontvang. Ons verblyf was skoon en baie netjies. Linne ens. was skoon. Die kaggel was klaar gepak met ons aankoms en meer as genoeg hout vir die naweek. Ons was verseker dat hulle nog hout sal bring indien nodig. My verloofde het haar rug seer gemaak deur die loop van Saterdag. Teen Sondagoggend kon sy skaars loop. Daniel en Nathan het ons gehelp met medikasie en 'n goeie cappuccino voor ons die pad huis toe aangedurf het. Baie dankie vir julle hulp! Ons sal definitief weer daar gaan eet en bly en kan The Old Hatchery regtig aanbeveel.

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Quiet, beautiful view and friendly service!

We stayed at the weekend in one of the Fishermans Cottages (No 18). Was there on a previous occasion for the delicious pizzas, but didn't check in there. This time we decided to stay at The Old Hatchery. When we arrived, Daniel recognized us and immediately called us by name! We were immediately helped with everything so that we could just relax. We enjoyed all our meals at the restaurant and the food was great and also received good service. Our accommodation was clean and very tidy. Linen etc. was clean The fireplace was packed when we arrived and more than enough wood for the weekend. We were assured that they will bring more wood if needed. My fiancee hurt her back over the course of Saturday. By Sunday morning she could barely walk. Daniel and Nathan helped us with medication and a good cappuccino before we hit the road home. Thank you very much for your help! We will definitely eat and stay there again and can really recommend The Old Hatchery.

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Baie dankie vir die goeie terugvoer, Burger. Ons waardeer dit Baie.
Hoop ons sien julle binnekort weer . As klein besigheid probeer ons regtig om al ons gaste n goeie ervaring te gee by The Old Hatchery akkommodasie en Restaurant.Ook om die mooi natuurskoon van Underberg te geniet.

Baie dankie
Groete
Talana

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Barry V - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Barry V
With spouse/partner

Is 'n baie lekker plek om oor te slaap.

Die verblyf was lekker, net jammer met aankoms was The Old Hatchery nie bewus van ons aankoms en verblyf nie.

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Is a very nice place to sleep over.

The stay was nice, just a pity on arrival The Old Hatchery was not aware of our arrival and stay.

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Louwra S - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Louwra S
With friends

Baie lekker gebly in eenheid 18.

Als gehad wat nodig is, ook in loadshedding kon ons water kook en ligte brand, hoewel eenheid 16, ons vriende se plekkie, baie swak was en probleme was onder die aandag van bestuur gebring en niks was daaraan gedoen nie. Ons het toe maar een van die rechargeable ligte vir hulle gegee sodat hulle lig kon hê gedurende loadshedding, andersins heerlik gebly. Trollie kan dalk net vroeër buite geplaas word vir die mense wat vroeër wil ry, maar dankie, het die Sanipas uitstappie met Sani Tours vreeslik geniet en beveel dit vir almal aan.

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Very nice stay in unit 18.

Als had what was needed, also in loadshedding we could boil water and burn lights, although unit 16, our friends' place, was very poor and problems were brought to the attention of management and nothing was done about it. We then only gave them one of the rechargeable lights so that they could have light during loadshedding, otherwise it was wonderful. Trolley may just be placed outside earlier for the people who want to ride earlier, but thank you, enjoyed the Sani Pass excursion with Sani Tours very much and recommend it to everyone.

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Goeie dag
Dankie vir die terugvoer.
Wil net van bestuur se kant noem dat daar onmiddelik aandag gegee is aan die die probleem wat gepraat van word. Daar het plug getrip en is net weer aangeskakel wat die 2bedlampies in loadshedding laat werk het asook die verwarmer. Jammer om te hoor dat dit as 'swak' beskou word. Was van geen ander probleme bewus nie.

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Barry M - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Barry M
With friends

Great accommodation before our big ride - Sani 2 C - nice comfy beds.

Many thanks. Exactly what we needed, good food and special arrangements were made to accommodate us for leaving early to start our ride.

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Thank you Barry. It was great to accommodate all of you and glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. See you next year. Regards. Talana

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Les T - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Les T
With spouse/partner

Comfortable and cozy.

Only negative was that during a very protective electricity outage, the generator in place powered all the cottages except the one we were staying at. No alternative working devices such as working paraffin lamps or gas cookers.

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Tania T - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tania T
With friends

Beautifully located lodge with quiet cabins that assured us a good night's sleep. Restaurant on premises was delicious too.

The Old Hatchery granted us early check-in so we could embark on a Sani Pass tour. Unfortunately, the area was plagued not only by load shedding but power failure technical faults. Nothing the lodge could do about it. However, they have a generator to keep the restaurant going and we were very grateful for that.

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Hi Tania,
Thanks for the good feedback. Appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed your visit to The Old Hatchery. Hope to see you soon again.
Regards,
Talana
Manager

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

Beautiful place.

Beautiful place to stay with great views.

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Thanks for the compliment Landie. Hope to see you back soon. Regards, Talana

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Michele B - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michele B
With spouse/partner

Absolutely perfect from arrival to departure.

Was an awesome get away, Daniel outdid himself with all the arrangements. Was a surprise getaway for hubby and me, with a picnic and sightseeing. Cabin was cosy, food was delicious, service was excellent.

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Hi Michele,

Thank you. We are glad you had a wonderful time at The Old hatchery. Hope to see you again.

Kind Regards,
Talana
Owner

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Graham L - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Graham L
With spouse/partner

Beautiful, calm surroundings.

A special mention to the friendly, helpful staff, especially you restaurant manager and the Irish waiter. Your food was very good and fresh. My wife loved your G&T's. It was very cold but and abundance of wood was made available. Everybody went out of their way to make it a pleasant stay. Thank you.

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Pieter T - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pieter T
With spouse/partner

Was vreedsaam in die stilte.

Ek't baie gesukkel met nat hout wat ek by hulle moes koop, alhoewel die bestuurder eindelaas gesê het ek hoef nie te betaal vir dit nie. Die eetgerei in die cabin het veel te wense gelaat. Een teelepel en die res was nie veel meer nie. Maar andersins lekker gebly.

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Was peaceful in the silence.

I had a lot of trouble with wet wood that I had to buy from them, although the manager finally said I didn't have to pay for it. The cutlery in the cabin left much to be desired. One teaspoon and the rest was not much more. But otherwise nice stay.

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Samantha B - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Samantha B
With spouse/partner

Baie lekker.

Het dit baie geniet. Mooiste uitsigte. Lekker rustig.

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Very nice.

Enjoyed it a lot. Most beautiful views. Nice and quiet.

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Baie dankie Samantha. Waardeer jou gradering. Hoop ons sien julle weer by The Old Hatchery.
Groete
Talana

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Carien J - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Carien J
With spouse/partner

Rustige naweek om Sani Stagger te hardloop.

Plus punte: Vriendelik ontvang, rustige atmosfeer. Alle DSTV kanale. Toegerus vir selfsorg vir 'n naweek. Naby Sani Pass. Minus punte : Kothuis C16 het 'n opgradering en goeie skoonmaak nodig. Geen gratis WiFi soos geadverteer nie.

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Peaceful weekend to run the Stani Stagger.

Bonus points: Friendly reception, peaceful atmosphere. All DStv channels. Equipped for self-catering for a weekend. Close to Sani Pass. Negative points: Cottage C16 needs an upgrade and a good clean. No free WiFi as advertised.

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Pierre V - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
0/5
Service
0/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pierre V
With spouse/partner

Baie lekker.

Kamers was netjies en skoon in die selfsorgafdeling, restaurant se kos was baie lekker en spoedig. Ons was ontvang met vriendlikheid. Alhoewel dit 'n selfsorgeenheid is, sal klein goedjies soos kits offie en benodighede gehelp het, ons het laatnag daar aan gekom en winkels was reed toe.

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Very nice.

Rooms were neat and clean in the self-catering department, the restaurant's food was very tasty and fast. We were received with kindness. Although it is a self catering unit, little things like instant coffee and essentials would have helped, we got there late at night and shops were ready.

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Corne D - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Corne D
With spouse/partner

Mooi omgewing.

Geriewe van eenhede het egter onderhoud nodig.

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Nice environment.

However, facilities of units need maintenance.

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Goeiedag, ons is besig om die eenhede op te gradeer. Dankie vir u terugvoer.
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Nick B - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nick B
With spouse/partner

Stil en mooi uitsigte oor berge.

Met reën kon ons nie braai nie - kombuispersoneel aangebied om vleis gou op grill te braai. Wonderlike diens van die plek. Heerlik gekuier en gaan definitief in 2021 weer besoek. Sentraal om res van die Suid-Drakensberg te verken. Glad nie ver van Gauteng met N3.

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Quiet and beautiful views of mountains.

With rain we couldn't grill - kitchen staff offered to grill meat quickly. Wonderful service from the place. Had a great time and will definitely visit again in 2021. Central to explore rest of the South Drakensberg. Not far at all from Gauteng with N3.

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Baie dankie vir die mooi boodskap, Nick. Ons hoop dat julle ons gou weer sal besoek
Groete
Talana

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Shaun W - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Shaun W
With spouse/partner

Lekker rustige verblyf.

Die enigste probleem is dat die parkeerplek van baie van die eenhede ver weg is. Daar is wel 'n baie lekker braai onder die bome met 'n fantastiese uitsig oor die heuwels. Die restaurant het ook 'n baie lekker ontbyt voorgesit.

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Nice peaceful stay.

The only problem is that the parking is far away from many of the units. There is a very nice barbecue under the trees with a fantastic view over the hills. The restaurant also served a very nice breakfast.

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Braam D - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Braam D
Family with young children

Nice place.

Very friendly staff! Great restaurant for dinner and breakfast. Rooms are equipped with everything you need for a night's stay. Will definitely stay with them again!

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Thank you, Braam. Hope to see you again at The Old Hatchery.
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Elisma G - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Elisma G
Family with teenagers

Akkommodasie was baie netjies, maar vele instandhoudingswerk word benodig.

Otter's Den was baie netjies, maar die dak het op vier plekke gelek, die toilet van Kamer 13 het gelek, kraan het gelek in Kamer 11 se badkamer, lugversorger in sitkamer was buite werking, krag het voortdurend uitgeskop en uiters teleurstellend dat daar geen kaggel was nie. Die braaigeriewe was ook onvoldoende en onprakties. Die etes by die restaurant was baie lekker en billik geprys. Die ontvangs was onprofessioneel aangesien daar vele onsekerhede was oor die bespreking en uitstaande bedrag betaalbaar, geen dokumentasie was beskikbaar nie.

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Accommodation was very neat, but a lot of maintenance work is needed.

Otter's Den was very tidy, but the roof leaked in four places, the toilet of Room 13 leaked, faucet leaked in Room 11's bathroom, air conditioner in living room was out of order, power kept kicking out and extremely disappointing that there was no fireplace was not The braai facilities were also inadequate and impractical. The meals at the restaurant were very tasty and reasonably priced. The reception was unprofessional as there were many uncertainties about the reservation and outstanding amount payable, no documentation was available.

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Maryna W - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Maryna W
With spouse/partner

Netjies skoon.

Sal net beter wees as daar televisies in die fishing cabins was. Na 'n harde dag van verkenning wil mens agteroor lê en TV kyk. Was baie teleurgesteld in dit.

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Neatly clean.

Would only be better if there were televisions in the fishing cabins. After a hard day of exploring, one wants to lie back and watch TV. Was very disappointed in it.

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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends

Comfortable and spacious

Lovely holiday home. Convenient that each room has its own bathroom. It could be cleaner though.

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Jenny A - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jenny A
With spouse/partner

Dit is verskriklik mooi en rustig.

Ons het 'n wonderlike tydjie gehad, almal is baie vriendelik en die plekkie is verskriklik netjies en prentjiemooi. Ons het elke oomblik geniet.

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It is terribly beautiful and peaceful.

We had a wonderful time, everyone is very friendly and the place is incredibly neat and picturesque. We enjoyed every moment.

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Thank you for your kind words.
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay.

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Fanie V - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fanie V
With spouse/partner

Netjiese verblyf.

'n Baie netjiese plek met 'n puik restaurant.

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Neat accommodation.

A very neat place with a great restaurant.

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Thank you. Glad you enjoyed.

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
With spouse/partner

Disappointing.

Upon our arrival, the receptionist was uncertain about the reservation. Maybe you guys should put pictures of the real accommodation on the net, that confused her too. We had to walk 300m up and down stairs to get to the little room. For old people of 75 to carry your own luggage that far up and down the stairs is a bit much to ask - maybe just mention the distance and stairs then we wouldn't have booked there, according to the photo it wouldn't be a problem do not have. The braai facilities are not under roof, it was raining. We sat there without braai facilities or TV for each other and watched. Better to book out and sleep the next night in another place, which of course we had to pay again. The place is far out of town

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Chris-marié M - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Chris-marié M
With spouse/partner

Die plek is baie mooier as die foto's.

Ek het na mooi uitsig gesoek maar daar was net 'n groot boom voor ons plek en afval boumateriale. Restuarant se kos was uit die boonste rakke. Die eenheid kort baie aandag.

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The place is even more beautiful than the pictures.

I was looking for a beautiful view but there was a big tree in front of our place and builder's rubble. Delicious food at the restaurant. The unit needs a lot of maintenance.

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Hettie V - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Hettie V
With friends

The Old Hatchery se netheid en die resaturant se kwaliteit kos het ons verras.

The Old Hatchery se verblyf is baie netjies. Daar is alles wat jy nodig het om langer daar te bly soos 'n wasmasjien met tuimeldroër. Dit bied 'n lieflike uitsig. Elke kamer het sy eie badkamer. Die parkeerplek is bietjie ongemaklik op die skuinste vir mense wat gestremd is. Die restaurant op die perseel se diens en kos was baie goed.

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The Old Hatchery's cleanliness and the restaurant's quality food surprised us.

The Old Hatchery's accommodation is very neat. There is everything you need to stay there longer such as a washing machine with tumble dryer. It offers a lovely view. Each room has its own bathroom. The parking lot is a bit awkward on the slope for people who are disabled. The on site restaurant service and food was very good.

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Erik O - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Erik O
With spouse/partner

Close to nature.

Good value for money and very convenient to have a restaurant on the property. The fisherman's cabin is perfect for a break away weekend.

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Fred M - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Fred M
With spouse/partner

Quiet and peaceful, lovely environment.

Clean and neat. Would go back there.

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Mark W - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Mark W
With spouse/partner

Welcoming, secure and comfortable stay at this accommodation.

Access was straightforward and easy to locate. The staff were friendly and welcoming - nothing seemed too much trouble. The B&B arrangements were secure and comfortable. A great base from which to explore the access routes in the valleys leading to Drakensberg Gardens.

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Ida D - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ida D
Large group

Rustige omgewing en lekker snoesig!

Die verblyf was van uitstekende gehalte, pragtig en skoon. The Old Hatchery is geleë in 'n baie rustige en pragtige landskap. Sal graag weer daar wil bly in die toekoms.

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A lovely area and nice and cosy!

The accommodation was of excellent quality, beautiful and clean. The Old Hatchery is situated in a peaceful and beautiful area. Would love to stay there again in future.

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

Heerlike plattelandse-gevoel.

Ons het baie lekker gebly, net twee goed het gepla. Dit is moeilik om met swaar bagasie van die motor tot by die huisie te loop. Dit sal goed wees indien van die personeel dalk met bagasie kan help. Die honde op die perseel was ook steurend.

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Lovely rural feel.

We had a great stay, only two things bothered us. It is difficult to walk with heavy luggage from the car to the cottage. It would be good if some of the staff could help with luggage. The dogs on the premises were also disturbing.

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Hein B - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Hein B
With spouse/partner

Word baie hoog aanbeveel.

Baie vriendelike ontvangs, netjiese kamers en baie goeie kos en diens.

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Highly recommended.

Very friendly reception, neat rooms and very good food and service.

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Cathleen H - Jun 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Cathleen H
With spouse/partner

Heerlik en gerieflik.

Goeie diens. Kamer was netjies en skoon. Aandetes was puik. Baie mooi uitsig.

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Delicious and comfortable.

Good service. Room was neat and clean. Dinners were great. Very nice view.

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Stephen E - May 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephen E
With spouse/partner

Had a great stay, very relaxing and the staff very helpful.

Relaxing and rejuvinating.

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Normam A - Feb 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Normam A
With spouse/partner

Baie aangenaam en rustige atmosfeer.

Sal dit beslis aanbeveel.

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Very pleasant and peaceful atmosphere.

Would definitely recommend it.

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Jacques L - Feb 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Jacques L
Family with young children

The Old Hatchery se ligging is puik en die omgewing is ideaal vir die natuurliefhebber.

Ongelooflike ligging en baie potensiaal. Sekuriteit is nie goed nie en die deure na buite kan maklik oopgemaak word. Het baie onveilig gevoel in die aand. Die netheid van die eenheid was ook nie goed nie en dit het vuil gevoel. Daar was oral spinnerakke binne en buite wat daarop wys dat netheid nie 'n prioriteit is nie. Een van die eenhede voor die Kingfisher waarin ons gebly het se dak was met 'n swart plastiekseil bedek. As daar aandag geskenk word aan die instandhouding en die sekuriteit dan is dit 'n plek wat ek oor en oor sal besoek. Maar ek is bevrees dat ek dit nie weer sal besoek nie, mits daar 'n drastiese verandering plaasvind onder die bestuur.

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The Old Hatchery's location is superb and the surroundings are ideal for the nature lover.

Amazing location and lots of potential. Security is not good and the doors to the outside can be easily opened. Felt very unsafe in the evening. The cleanliness of the unit was also not good and it felt dirty. There were cobwebs everywhere inside and outside indicating that cleanliness is not a priority. One of the units in front of the Kingfisher we stayed in had its roof covered with a black plastic sheet. If attention is paid to the maintenance and the security then this is a place I will visit again and again. But I'm afraid I won't be visiting again unless there is a drastic change under management.

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Marinda S - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marinda S
With spouse/partner

Ongelooflike gasvryheid!

Die kos en drank is baie bekostigbaar. Die omgewing is 'n absolute moet om te beleef. Daar is soveel om te doen - sendingstasies , Sani-pas , roei en fietsry.

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Incredible hospitality!

The food and drinks are very affordable. The environment is an absolute must to experience. There is so much to do - mission stations, Sani pass, rowing and cycling.

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

Very helpful and friendly

Management and staff all very helpful and friendly, we enjoyed our meals.

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Roelof H - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Roelof H
Large group

Heerlike verblyf, etes (forel) en gasvryheid!

Ons het goeie akkommodasie gehad en hul aandete en ontbyt was uitstekend binne 'n huislike sfeer.

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Great accommodation, meals (trout) and hospitality!

We had good accommodation and their dinner and breakfast were excellent in a homely atmosphere.

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Roy T - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Roy T
Large group

A super place to stay, staff & food excellent

I would recommend The Old Hatchery to anyone needing a pleasant place to stay on a trip to the Berg area. The room I stayed in was superb & unbelievable in size plus a super bath room. Food & staff excellent. I felt a little lonely being the only guest & sleeping in the large guest house on my own.

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Willem A - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Willem A
With spouse/partner

Goed geleë in 'n pragtige omgewing met geriewe van goeie gehalte.

Die algemene indruk is goed en die restaurant puik. Die groot Otter's Den Huis het die beste uitsig, maar is te na aan die raserige kroeg. Brown Trout, alhoewel geen uitsig, is goed ingerig en weg van die geraas.

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Well located in a beautiful setting with good quality facilities.

The general impression is good and the restaurant great. The large Otter's Den House has the best view, but is too close to the noisy bar. Brown Trout, although no view, is well appointed and away from the noise.

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

Die omgewing is pragtig en ons kon heerlik ontspan in die stilte.

Beveel dit sterk aan.

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The surroundings are beautiful and we were able to relax wonderfully in the silence.

Highly recommend it.

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Magdel F - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Magdel F
With spouse/partner

Ooo! So 'n pragtige plek!

Ja, dit is 'n pragtige en rustige plek. Ons sal weer eendag gaan. Baie dankie!

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Ooo! Such a beautiful place!

Yes, it is a beautiful and peaceful place. We will go again one day. Thank you very much!

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

A stunning place with excellent service!

What beautiful surroundings and tranquility after a long drive! The room was stunning. The evening air was quite chilly when we went to the restaurant for supper just to find a cozy fire, sharp service and excellent food. I would definitely recommend The Old Hatchery to family and friends.

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Izak Abraham V - Jul 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Izak Abraham V
With spouse/partner

Baie aangenaam. Besonder goeie fasiliteite.

Ons sien julle weer.

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Very pleasant. Particularly good facilities.

We see you again.

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Eve-lyn V - Dec 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Eve-lyn V
With spouse/partner

Beautiful experience

We enjoyed our stay. However we would recommend having a few hiking trails leaving from The Old Hatchery premises (perhaps the owners could look into what permits would be required if they're inclined). It was a peaceful and friendly experience! Thank you!

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Aaron M - Aug 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Aaron M
With spouse/partner

Old Hatchery is perfect for people who want to be away from everything, Try it - you'll have no regrets

We (myself and partner), were looking for the perfect place for my birthday celebration (20 August). We only had the idea of being alone, away from work, family, and friends. In fact, away from EVERYTHING. At the Old Hatchery we found just that. It's so beautiful, we really enjoyed ourselves, and my birthday, there. Many thanks to TravelGround and Old Hatchery staff!

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  • Capacity: 28 people
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Drak Gardens Road, Underberg, 3257, KwaZulu-Natal
  • All ages welcome
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