"Peaceful, relaxing and worth it."

It is exactly what we were looking for and absolutely worth it. The tranquility.

"Fantastic."

Wonderfully relaxed with only nature around us.

"Recommended for anyone who wants to rest in the beautiful nature."

Outstanding! Highly recommended!

"Wonderful getaway for the weekend."

The piece of jewel in the Marico Bosveld is a must for people who want to break away from the cities. Very primitive, quiet and hidden among the mountains. All the primary amenities are there, it makes one come back to appreciate what we have. And it leaves a good experience to want to come back to paradise again. Will definitely go back again.

"It is the perfect place for a romantic weekend away."

The view is breathtaking. The house is clean and beautiful. We lay outside and looked at the stars like you would never see in the city. The donkey works very well. We took a camping fridge that works with solar energy and used it as a freezer for ice. The house's freezer is not cold enough to make ice. We will definitely go back again. But only for longer!

"Rest for your soul."

Place needs some maintenance, but we had a great stay. The directions can be updated, the GPS takes you all the way past the turn off road. On the N4, drive through Swartruggens Tolplaza, keep going until you see the Sterkstroomweg sign. Turn left there, drive about 3-4 km on a dirt road, then the farm gate is on your left.

"Very peaceful and romantic."

Very nice and especially everyone. We enjoy it every time. Quiet and the nature clean is incredible.

"Peaceful and beautiful."

The place gives you a sense of peace. It's a great place to go to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. The scenery is very beautiful and the house is very cosy and warm.

"Quiet, peaceful and "tranquill"."

We rested very well. Fantastic host and hostess. House is very neat and clean with everything you need. The silence is the best. The starry sky is beautiful.

"It was very nice."

Very beautiful and peaceful and beautiful scenery.

"Very peaceful and private."

You can walk down to the gate and back along the fence line but you have to do a bit of Bundu bashing which made it interesting. The road in from the gate is rough but doable if you have a high-clearance vehicle (Ours was not a 4x4). The pool is fantastic, you walk out of the unit and basically into the pool - wonderful on a hot day. Everything in the unit worked.

"Breathtakingly beautiful."

Every moment had been worth it. There is a lot of bird life and it is so peaceful there.

"Perfect romantic getaway."

The silence and the nature are definitely something special. We will definitely use this gem in the woods again.

"Absolute tranquility."

Was already our 2nd visit. It remains one of our favorite getaways for peace and relaxation. Enough fresh air and just quiet family time. Owner is very friendly and helpful and makes you feel right at home.

"A magical spot, and total escape from the real world."

Rustic but with everything you need, Die Berghuis is a gem with views and nature galore. It's our second visit and we will be back again for sure! Karel and Amelia leave you be but are available in an instant should you need anything. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

"Had a great time, walked nice routes, had a good laugh to stoke the donkey!"

Very very nice stay! Tranquility for the soul.

"Must drive an SUV for sure because of the road."

The road to the unit is very bad.

"Restful."

Host was very warm and hospitable.

"Spacious, comfortable and breathtaking view. Quiet and peaceful."

The visit was worth it. Will definitely go again.

"It was very nice, the donkey for hot water that something new, the pipes broke. Saturday night and Sunday we had no water."

Place is clean and quiet, the wood was wet with rain, but luckily I used my wood to make hot water. View is beautiful.

"Best rest for your soul."

We enjoyed ourselves very much, the tranquility is something you don't get anywhere else, nor is the view so beautiful, the house has everything you need, solar lights worked well at night. We will definitely go again! Als was pretty clean and tidy. Pool was a winner.

"Blissful, absolute silence and beautiful nature."

Ideal break from daily activities in your hometown. Well equipped with everything you need.

"Breathtaking."

Beautiful place with the most beautiful view. Here you find peace and rest.

"We rested and relaxed wonderfully, saw no people, just enjoyed nature."

It was the ideal getaway for us. Walked long distances, really enjoyed making a fire for hot water.

"Rest and peace."

Relax and hang out, just you and your partner. No other people. It was heavenly.

"Great relaxation."

For tranquility and privacy, this is the perfect place to come and relax. The good cell phone reception was a bonus that my teenager really enjoyed while the rest of us could just relax.

"Great getaway weekend."

The Berghuis is ideal for anyone who wants to get away from the daily hustle and just let your soul rest. It is a beautiful house with everything you need for a wonderful weekend. The most beautiful sunset and just the sounds of nature were the weekend's highlights. Karel, the host, was very helpful and friendly. I can recommend this place to anyone who wants to get away from technology and seek rest for your soul!

"Wonderful!"

Unforgettable experience. Will definitely go again and stay longer.

"Great."

Die was 'n great wegbreek.

"Rest and peace with a beautiful view and a starry sky in the evening."

The view is breathtaking. We really enjoyed the pool and braai area and scenery. The stars in the evening were special. We took our little four-legged shadow with us and enjoyed the weekend immensely. The donkey fire reminded me of my childhood on my grandfather's farm. We will definitely go back there again. The owner had been very accommodating, because we arrived late due to unforeseen circumstances.

"Very nice, a long weekend was too short!"

Best thing is that no one bothers you there, really enjoyed it. Was there with our 3 dogs and was able to walk around in nature.

"A great few days away from the hustle and bustle."

Just the perfect and nearby remote getaway.

"Absolutely worth visiting."

We will go again for sure, the view is breathtaking, we were pleasantly surprised.

"Surprisingly, refreshingly different!"

It was such a lovely surprise to be completely off the grid. No TV and a nice fire for hot water. Wish we could have stayed longer to experience more of this simple life. The walk early on Saturday morning was refreshing when we were unexpectedly overtaken by a downpour and came back to the cottage soaking wet. Thank you Karel for keeping in touch the whole time to make sure we had everything we needed and made it as comfortable as possible. It was a perfect getaway.

"Great quiet getaway!"

The mountain house is located high on the mountain, with good views. The swimming pool offers great cooling while you watch the sun go down! Karel and Amelia are friendly and genuine people and you will very quickly feel at home in their company!

"Best for weekend getaways."

Unbelievably delicious. Rest. Silence. Fire. Stars. Wonderful hosts and not too far to get away for a weekend. Will definitely do it again later in the year.

"Tops, between nothing and nowhere."

Very nice stay and definitely recommend! Karel communicated well with directions and offered help where needed. Received Berghuis clean and tidy. The drawers enjoyed the donkey stook experience and the whole place was full. The tranquility and being able to walk and explore the farm was wonderful. Beautiful sunsets. Braai facilities good and sheltered. Just something small, maybe just revise the outside lights especially at the braai area and replace them at the stairs. Luckily took floodlight with me.

"Quiet, nature very beautiful and clean. Could go for a nice walk in the woods and rest around the campfire."

Definitely recommend Die Berghuis for Bushveld lovers and people who want to come and appreciate nature.

"Quick getaway."

We were 6 adults, a dog and a 3 year old. We fit very comfortably in the cottage. There was a double bed, 2 single mattresses and 2 couches. They also had enough bedding. The owners are incredibly friendly and don't mind helping. We got a little lost there and the road was not well marked. Unfortunately the solar panel's battery was not fully charged so our lights struggled a bit. Furthermore, the house is nice and warm and all the tools that people need are there.

"Quiet and peaceful place where you can relax in a "splash pool" with a nice view."

Cute little house for a small family or 4 friends. Karel Frauendorf is very friendly and helpful and respects one's privacy. Very cozy, quiet and peaceful place for a quick getaway.

"Relaxing."

The location is fantastic, views are beautiful. House has basic amenities (No 3 or 2 Point plug, only one USB charger). Solar panel runs out very quickly (but it also rained 2 days) and fire has to be made for warm water. Overall stay was very relaxing and a good detox.

"Very nice view, peaceful nature, but there is room for improvement."

The hosts asked after us, let us know the one car could stand with them, as it was too low for the terrain, we appreciated that. On arrival after the weekend to collect the car it was terribly scratched. They knew what time we were coming to get the car, were at home, but just didn't come out. The cottage has a lot of potential, but it needs a lot of attention.

"Very nice, beautiful place."

Nice place to relax with a beautiful view.

"Once in a lifetime experience!"

It was perfect to get away with minimal to no infection risk in the Covid-19 period. There is nothing or no one to bother you, you know your children are safe. The "donkey" that had to be used for hot water was really an experience for us and especially for our two boys aged 4 and 8. Even the chain-shooting was something they did not know. We will definitely go there again. Thanks Karel!

"Bushveld escape with a view."

Die Berghuis is the perfect spot for a couple or small family, with only one room and single beds in the living room. Privacy was excellent - there are no other houses or people around and we felt safe enough to sleep on the verandah and enjoy the cool night air and brilliant stars. The little plunge pool is heavenly, especially as it does get hot and the afternoon sun streams onto the verandah. The kitchen is equipped with basics and there is everything one needs for the braai. We'll come here again for sure but bring a tin opener, grater and some bowls. The owner was an excellent host - he was readily available on WhatsApp, and even popped round when we wanted to meet him on our departure.

"All the peace and quiet we wanted."

We had a great stay, very comfortable and quiet. The views were wonderful as were the walks and enjoyed the visit for the local herd (also a great photo opportunity).

"An incredible place to find some peace of mind. Only wish we could have stayed longer.."

The remoteness, the silence and the view were some of the best highlights for us. The children enjoyed the swimming pool and the experience of the donkey cooking for hot water was a novelty for them which they quickly took over. A few suggestions are that there could be a little more storage space for kitchen utensils under the existing table/work surface, because I believe that most people just bring extra stuff with them and then work space becomes a bit of a problem. The supply of enough wood was not a problem at all and I think Karel had to replenish heavily after our departure. Providiant should preferably be taken with you, because Groot Marico basically has no shops and the nearest town is Swartruggens. We drove a 4x4 bakkie which handled the dirt road with more than ease, and any 4x4, AWD utility vehicle (or any vehicle that gives reasonable ground clearance) will also get you up there and back down, but vehicles like a normal sedan may take damage due to the loose rocks and changing terrain. Being able to spot more wildlife would be fantastic, and it was so lovely to be able to walk around in the field and just lose yourself. We will definitely go back again as soon as we can.

"Peace and quiet!"

We really enjoyed the few days. It's truly a break from the hustle and bustle of the city to peace and quiet. Thanks Karel for your help with our flat battery!

"Great place for relaxing."

Had an amazing experience at Die Berghuis. Really is a great place to relax and unwind from city life.

"Quiet and private. Breathtaking nature."

This is a wonderful private cottage. We had a great time. The view is breathtaking. The facilities are everything you need and with a lovely fire you can sit and watch the stars at night.

"The silence is indescribable. Nature makes you forget about everything."

Very good location with beautiful view. The pool is perfect for cooling off. Just what one needs.

"Perfect."

A perfect weekend getaway destination. If you are the person who likes the bushveld and to break away from the busy city life then this is definitely a place to visit. Will definitely make the place a regular destination on the calendar.

"Breathtakingly beautiful and definitely for you if you love the nature around you."

Was very nice, comfortable and the most beautiful view of the mountains, everything you need is there. If you like luxury accommodation this is not for you. It was clean and tidy and would definitely visit again.

"Out in the middle of nowhere, the views, exposed to the elements, the storm, the barking baboons."

If you like a rustic place, privacy, getting away from it all, no TV, gas for cooking and refrigeration, solar for lighting and recharging you phone, but not for more intense electronics, if you like the fire, the braai, bushveld views, the calls of the wild, the breathtaking landscapes, and your car can handle the gravel/slate road for several kilometres, and you don't mind stoking the donkey for a hot shower. Then you will love the freedom, the simplicity and the tranquility of Die Berghuis. You will find your hosts very helpful and hospitable.