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Buffalo River Farm
Newcastle
2940
KwaZulu-Natal
021 344 2440
14:00-19:00
10:00
-27.678910657433
29.99471694231
Buffalo River Self-catering
Buffalo River Self-catering
Buffalo River Self-catering
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The accommodation comprises 2 self-catering units and can accommodate 2 persons in each. Each unit is fitted with a bedroom and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There is a fully equipped kitchen in each with basic self-catering facilities including a fridge, coffee- and tea-making facilities.
The units each have a patio and braai facilities and guests have access to covered parking for vehicles. They are serviced daily and a laundry service is available on request, at an additional cost.
The accommodation comprises 2 self-catering units and can accommodate 2 persons in each. Each unit is fitted with a bedroom and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There is a fully equipped kitchen in each with basic self-catering facilities including a fridge, coffee- and tea-making facilities.
The units each have a patio and braai facilities and guests have access to covered parking for vehicles. They are serviced daily and a laundry service is available on request, at an additional cost.
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Reviews (83)
83 guests' feedbackIt was a nice stay and people were very welcoming. It's just that we had difficulties with hot water.
Place was not clean and had a strange smell. Kettle dirty could not boil water.
There was quite a lot of noise Saturday night from other residents. Loud music and shouting. Problem with gate access on arrival and departure.
Good but no hot water.
Real farm break.
As we are farmers ourselves, it was pleasant to spend the night there. Away from the din of city noises.
It was the second time at the sleepover and very satisfied. Will recommend.
I enjoyed my stay. The only downside was the 1.5 kms drive on gravel leading to the accommodation's entrance. The gravel road is not bad, it's the rainy weather that made it extra difficult to drive there.
Farm sounds, tractor running. Room's ceiling needs attention. Friendly reception. Calm atmosphere. Road signs are recommended.
Spacious, all basic amenities in place and working. Needs breakfast bowls, some dish liquid and sponge. Shower head makes for a bit of a sparse spray, and the large bathroom feels a bit cold. Gas geyser and cooking facilities. Check matches in place. Two units only back to back so less disturbance from other guests. No reception, but once help found, very friendly and accommodating. Dirt road onto property not bad. All in all a most comfortable and enjoyable stay. Will definitely make this my go-to for future visits!
Hosts were charming and accommodating, however accommodation not so charming and terrain not suitable for elderly people who are not stable on their feet.
The whole place needs TLC, especially the bathroom ceilings. The towel rail also only hangs on 2 screws that are almost completely out as well, the rest of the screws aren't even there to hold the rail in place. Definitely not my type of place. The hanging cabinet in the room's handles are halfway down, there is a hole in the front of one door. The mirror cabinet's chair is an ordinary wooden chair with the armrest cut off. The evidence is still there. My car had to be parked quite a distance from the cottage under a storage roof along with other farm implements and another old car that was on stilts. We felt like we were staying in someone's backyard. I will not stay there again. I'm not a picky person, but when you pay you expect something better. For the price I didn't expect something fancy, it could be simple, but at least everything whole and neat and tasty. You also cannot park close to the overnight place to pick up and drop off. What the description said and photos is not what we had there.
We were welcomed very kindly. Everything we needed was in the cottage. Beautiful decor. We enjoyed the tranquility of the farm. There is plenty of play space for small children. Thank you very much for the wonderful service and your kindness. We would recommend it to any family.
Place was nice and clean and it was dead quiet.
Good service. Hostess updated me about location. Everything was spotless and we slept wonderfully.
Alicia's hospitality is special!
We did not actually stay over on our return trip back from the Kruger due to the unrest that started up in the country, but I give this review based on the night we spent going up to Kruger. We were very happy with the accommodation and the owners were very happy to help with requests for braai's etc. that we had. Well worth the money they ask.
People were friendly and we had a comfortable stay.
The hosts were extremely friendly and did their best to fulfill all our requirements. I would definitely use them as a stay over again. The only negative is that the stove in our cottage needs new hinges on the door but apart from that no complaints. It is on a farm so don't expect 5-star accommodation.
This is a great place to stay if you want the real farm adventure. The people are extremely friendly and helpful. My only thing was it has loads of spider webs in the house. But other than that I loved my stay and will definitely be coming back.
The place was very pleasant. Will definitely recommend it to people.
Thanks very much Alicia for a very pleasant stay.
This is a typical working farm, so not for the faint hearted! Had a bit of a problem getting warm water, but overall quite nice.
Peaceful, affordable and friendly.
Pictures are misleading, the place did not look like pictures at all. Very dusty and dirty. Bedding on the one single bed (photos show double bed) was dirty and upside down on bed that it cannot be seen. Dishcloth was dirty. No cleaners showed up despite being advertised as such. Firewood was offered, never delivered. The place has good potential, but then it needs to be managed properly. 2 other couples arrived at exactly the same time as us. They had to wait a very long time to get into their reserved place, as excess stuff had to be carried out first. They were also not very impressed with the place to stay. It was truly a waste of money. Sorry if that sounds harsh, but that's what we experienced. I'm not a critical person, but I found this creepy.
From a brusque, unfriendly welcome to the smokey and mouldy smell in the accommodation itself, it is definitely not recommended as a place to stay. It was very disappointing as we looked forward to a peaceful, farm-style stay. The location is lovely and the dogs are very friendly but the accommodation needs a serious upgrade and clean. A little attention to detail would have made a difference.
In many years that I have been using the website, this was the first time that the accommodation and what was indicated on the website did not match. I was very disappointed in the accommodation. It was extremely dirty. The towels smelled of sweat, the faucets leaked, the shower door wouldn't close, the dishes were dusty and oily. The dishcloths that are there are really greasy and dirty. Nothing in the kitchen looks like it has been set up for guests. The breakware is not from one set and the knifeware has been put together from all over. The fridge was not cold and took a very long time to get cold. When we arrived there was water in the bottom of the fridge. We were able to last one night and immediately looked for another place to stay in the morning. The lady who received us was pleasant but it doesn't make up for the lie that was sold on the website about what the accommodation looks like. The reimbursement of our accommodation costs was indeed received, but the inconvenience of looking for accommodation over an Easter weekend as well as the bad experience and the impact on our other activities, is not fixed with money. Holidays and breaks are a luxury in the times we live in. It's a shame that such an experience has to detract from the pampering we allow ourselves. I would not recommend anyone here.
No reception, never again!
It was really hot though, so we barely could fish.
It can be a fantastic place. We were received very kindly, well rested after a long day and even though it was on a farm we felt safe. But there are some things that bother. The shower's glass panels were dirty (stained), behind is a very nice private patio but the grass was long and there were cigarette butts everywhere. Know it's on a farm and there must be dust but 2 mats in front of the beds will make a big difference. There are coffee and tea making facilities but no milk. There is a bed lamp next to the bed but could not use it because it has a two-prong plug and no two-prong plug available in the wall.
For the price it is worth it.
It's really a nice place for a weekend away or holidays.
Room and service lovely. Room is also cleaned on a daily basis which was not expected. But beware if the wind blows in the wrong direction, remember this is on an operating farm.
Very friendly service and super accommodating. The units are very clean with everything you could need.
Warm and welcoming, spacious and relaxing.
It was a nice place to stay. We were greeted by a very nice hostess. The units are well equipped, clean and tidy.
Thank you for hospitality from the owner of the guest house.
The hostess was friendly. Nice place to stay. Few kilometers out of town, but very safe and quiet. We really enjoyed our stay.
Our stay was pleasant with covered parking quite close to the rooms. The rooms are well equipped with everything needed. Unfortunately the rooms were not cleaned properly. Very dusty. The bathroom is very comfortable and big enough but needs serious maintenance and painting on the ceiling. It didn't create a good impression at all with paint peeling everywhere. The bedroom is nice and big and the bed very comfortable. Here the curtain was an eyesore. Too long and not hung properly. The cement table and benches outside are very handy, but we could hardly use them during the day. It should come under cover for protection from sun and rain. Despite all the negative comments, we still had a nice stay and the host is very helpful.
It is a peaceful farm with farm smells and animals. Lots of birds and friendly owners.
Very friendly staff there.
Very nice accommodation, friendly service, peaceful farm feeling. You can relax. I will definitely be back again.
Our stay was enjoyable as its on a farm and very peaceful. Our room was very clean and neat, thank you. Its also excellent value for money.
It was a lovely stay, farm atmosphere. Would go again anytime.
Will definitely use Buffalo again. It feels like a second home. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
We had a great time in a peaceful and happy environment.
Accommodation very private, and the owners were very helpful and friendly. Enough space to be outside with a convenient braai.
Thank you such friendly service.
Everything you need in a lovely farm setting. The units are neat and comfortable and the owners very friendly and helpful.
The owners are wonderful, friendly people who help immediately if there is something missing. The place is nice and tidy and nice and quiet. Really enjoyed the weekend there.
Beautiful farm life and friendly people.
The place is peaceful and the owners are very helpful and friendly.
Comfortable, neat and clean. Nice big unit.
Buffalo River Self-catering is truly value for money. We easily felt at home. The place is well furnished with a lovely big bed with a cozy duvet and enough blankets for the coldest winter night. The private braai area at the back was also a nice plus.
Very nice stay and the owner is very helpful.
Alicia and Frederick are warm and helpful hosts. This is definitely what you need after a day's hard work. They will see us again when working in the area.
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Service was 100%.
Very nice place gust need more things to do like swimming pool or Jacuzzi or something.
Very friendly welcome and willing to help. This is our 2nd time staying at Buffalo River Self-catering. Both occasions we were met with an extra mattress for our toddler. Definitely value for money and perfectly located for us. Would stay here again anytime.
The place is just 10 km from Newcastle town, 3 km from a garage with a hotel should there be a need for meals. Just 2 km from the highway. It's very easy to find if you just follow the easy instructions. Lovely couple and very comfortable. Rooms are excellently set for privacy and comfort. All round excellent.
Surprisingly pleasantly furnished to appreciate the farm atmosphere. The windows may be equipped with functionally beautiful wooden frames were mesh accommodate. Abundant bird species observed in the early morning.
Located on a working farm, peaceful and quiet, but a little far out of town unless you work at Mittal. The owners are friendly and considerate. If I work in Newcastle again I will certainly repeat my stay.
We got a warm welcoming, the place is on a farm and we were mad about the rustic feel. A cute little place.
Will stay there again, received very kindly and the room was tidy and clean, what bothered me was that there is no security door and on the way to the room I would suggest putting in a pavement, at the moment you're walking on broken cement blocks and it damages the appearance of the room.
Quiet place to stay at outside of the bustling town. Friendly people and good value.
Quiet and peaceful place.
Highly recommended for a person looking for a budget, value for money self-catering accommodation.
I would never stay here again.
The people were very kind and helped where they could, apartment was cleaned every day, very friendly people. Forwarded our references what places we can visit and see.
It is tranquil and safe. Super hosts. Clean with comfortable bed and linen.
The stay was perfect! The customer service was also very good. It was my husband's birthday and Alicia went out of her way to make it special for him. Will definitely stay here again!
If you love farm life, this is definitely for you. Nice fishing for the kids. Big wide plains for nice walking. Very safe. Alicia is a wonderful hostess who goes out of her way to please you.
We will be back, really enjoyed it.
Pleasant, friendly, farm environment. Nice and quiet. Very open, hospitable people.
A lot of extra effort done by Alicia. Definitely worth it.
Truly highly recommended. Everything was as we wanted it.
Very quiet area with friendly service. We will definitely stay at Buffalo River again. Neat apartment with all the amenities.
Friendly reception. Clean units. Simple, but very neat. Quiet environment. Price is definitely affordable. Lovely visiting area outside the apartments.
The hostess accommodated our autistic son in our room and was super friendly and hospitable. The facilities were more than sufficient considering what we needed. It was just such a pity that the room and bathroom and kitchen hadn't been cleaned properly in a long time. The linen was fresh but the shower caddy had soap caked to it, the floors were sticky and everything was covered in a layer of dust and grime.
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The accommodation comprises 3 self-catering units that can accommodate 2 guests in each. Each unit has a bedroom that is furnished with a double bed and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. There is a fully equipped kitchen in each with basic self-catering facilities including a fridge, coffee- and tea-making facilities. The units each have a patio and braai facilities and guests have access to covered parking for vehicles. They are serviced daily and a laundry service is available on request, at an additional cost.
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The accommodation comprises 3 self-catering units that can accommodate 2 guests in each. Each unit has a bedroom that is furnished with a double bed and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. There is a fully equipped kitchen in each with basic self-catering facilities including a fridge, coffee- and tea-making facilities. The units each have a patio and braai facilities and guests have access to covered parking for vehicles. They are serviced daily and a laundry service is available on request, at an additional cost.
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These rooms are furnished with two single beds and the bathrooms are fitted with a shower, basin and toilet. There is a well equipped kitchen in each with basic self-catering facilities including a fridge, coffee- and tea-making facilities. There's also a braai area.
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These rooms are furnished with two single beds and the bathrooms are fitted with a shower, basin and toilet. There is a well equipped kitchen in each with basic self-catering facilities including a fridge, coffee- and tea-making facilities. There's also a braai area.
The accommodation comprises 2 self-catering units and can accommodate 2 persons in each. Each unit is fitted with a bedroom and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There is a fully equipped kitchen in each with basic self-catering facilities including a fridge, coffee- and tea-making facilities.
The units each have a patio and braai facilities and guests have access to covered parking for vehicles. They are serviced daily and a laundry service is available on request, at an additional cost.
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