The Red Caboose Train Carriage
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Hermna M - Apr 2024
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Swak baie swak. Die plek ruik na riool binne-in.
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Weak very weak. The place smells like sewage inside.
Was the last two nights of our holiday and what a disappointment. We were really looking forward to staying there, but everything was wrong from the moment we arrived. No water in the hot tub, and the beer we ordered was warm. The next morning we could not bathe because the geyser was off. But worst of all is the sewage smell from the toilet that permeates the whole place. It is really very unpleasant. Then the place is also about 50 m from the main road.
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The Red Caboose Train Carriage 's response
I had forewarned the guests that the pool and hot tub were empty as the borehole pump had tripped at 11:30 am. When they checked in at 4 pm, the electricians were already busy with the repairs and by 4:30 the pool and hot tub were filling up. I was told this is unacceptable. Sometimes things go wrong and living in the countryside things can't get done straight away. The fact that it was sorted by 4:30 was great. My husband even went back and lit the hot tub; and brought the guest a large cold beer. The beer from the picnic was not cold and I apologised for that a few times and did not charge for the beers. The caboose is near the road, yes, but it doesn't bother guests. It's not a busy road. It's a security plus in my point of view - less likely for someone to come looking for trouble if visible from the road. It is definitely still private at the accommodation. The geyser had tripped from a quick power outage. The water heats up in 10 minutes so once turned back on it would have been a short wait. Again, I apologised. The sewage smell - I've never had anyone complain before but it did smell when I went in to clean after the guests checked out, so maybe they did not flush it properly (it has a foot flush) as now there is no smell at all again. And there have been more guests staying there since. It is not mentioned that a free night's accommodation was offered, the complimentary bottle of wine was cold on arrival, and the hot tub was lit for them.
Giles C - Dec 2023
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Lovely unique stay in McGregor in the Red Caboose train carriage.
Vivica O - Dec 2023
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Such a beautiful stay.
Franci B - Nov 2023
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Interesant.
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Interesting
It was a very interesting experience and thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Jonathan C - Oct 2023
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What a surprisingly unique experience.
Carla B - Oct 2023
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Stil, rustig en absoluut pragtig.
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Quiet, peaceful and absolutely beautiful.
The Red Caboose is an excellent destination and definitely a must visit! Very neat and nicely decorated and equipped with everything you might need. One can only appreciate all the effort and attention given to the old wagon.
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The Red Caboose Train Carriage 's response
Thank you Carla. I am so glad you enjoyed it so much!
- Free cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
- Capacity: 4 people
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Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 11:00 - Address: Red Earth Farm, Langverwagten Road, McGregor, 6708, Western Cape
- No children under 6
