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Thembe Eco Lodge
Thembe Eco Lodge
Thembe Eco Lodge
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The bed configurations in the rooms are either a double bed only, or a bunker bed (2 single beds on top of each other) and a double bed. Each of these rooms have a bathroom with a shower and separate toilet, an open-plan kitchen with facilities such as a fridge and microwave, a stove and other appliances, a patio or stoep with braai amenities as well as cleaning of rooms daily by the lodge's competent staff, to ensure that your stay is as relaxed as possible.
The camping sites are located under huge Marula trees, each with his own braai, tabel and electrical points with light and plug. Thembe Eco Lodge also has a swimming pool with fencing to cool off in, and a play park for children. Activities in and around the area that guests can enjoy are fishing and bird watching, 4x4 trails, game viewing and drives as well as boat trips on the lakes and so much more.
The bed configurations in the rooms are either a double bed only, or a bunker bed (2 single beds on top of each other) and a double bed. Each of these rooms have a bathroom with a shower and separate toilet, an open-plan kitchen with facilities such as a fridge and microwave, a stove and other appliances, a patio or stoep with braai amenities as well as cleaning of rooms daily by the lodge's competent staff, to ensure that your stay is as relaxed as possible.
The camping sites are located under huge Marula trees, each with his own braai, tabel and electrical points with light and plug. Thembe Eco Lodge also has a swimming pool with fencing to cool off in, and a play park for children. Activities in and around the area that guests can enjoy are fishing and bird watching, 4x4 trails, game viewing and drives as well as boat trips on the lakes and so much more.
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11 guests' feedbackUnfortunately, the smell is not bearable inside the rondavel. We left with a headache and would not recommend staying there.
We had a great stay and the service is very good. The management is always available and very helpful. They even let us sleep in a chalet the last night when there was a storm and we had damage to our tent. They use borehole water so you can drink the water and they are pretty central to get anywhere. We will definitely use them again.
The road to the accommodation is very sandy. A bakkie is your best bet.
We booked a campsite at Thembe Eco Lodge over a long weekend. On arrival we were kindly welcomed and our stand was assigned. First thing pns notices is that we are the only guests for the weekend - that must be a red light already. The pitches are neat, each with a braai, power point and camp light. The ablution block is also neat and clean, despite the fact that there is only one toilet (luckily I was the only one using it). I also don't remember seeing a washing up area. In general, our luck was a bit out and we had very bad weather on arrival (strong wind and some rain). With the struggle of pitching a tent, one of the drivers came to offer us the rondavel at the same price; We very gratefully accepted the offer and the rondavel was then dusted off for us. I know you never look a given horse in the mouth, but that rondavel will never see me again. We could immediately notice that there were many guests who had not been there for a long time. The cutlery is full of cobwebs, the bedclothes full of dirty goat, Daddy-Long-legs in the fridge, fish moths on the toilet roll, etc. All this after we were cleaned first. The water system is faulty, turn on the bathroom tap and water starts to flow out of the kitchen tap as well. The toilet only worked now and then. I certainly can't blame the management, because they didn't expect anyone in the rondavel, but I feel that a place like this should always be kept tip-top in case someone at number 99 wants to check in there. On another positive note, at least a lady came to clean our rondavel again on a holiday.
Staff on premises was friendly and helpful. Unit is not up to standard with regards to price paid.
Went with a sedan, got stuck on sand and lost a bumper. Safe, secure, didn't have electricity for 3/3 evenings, 1 evening due to the the plug points not working, 2 evenings due to thunderstorms striking an electricity box. Still a lovely experience. Would go again with a different vehicle.
The unit was very untidy inside and air conditioning did not work the first night. After we notified the owner, she had it repaired.
I myself have worked in the tourism industry for 10 years and I am truly shocked by the service of this place. Firstly, there is no one at the reception to welcome the guests and make sure they are checked in. That is if you can find the place. It is very poorly signed and the signs that do exist are extremely small and you have to look properly to find them. Our booking was for 3 chalets and a camping spot. From the 27th December to the 3rd January for 11 people. Only one toilet roll was available for this period as clearly stated in their rules and regulations. Some of our party left early and I then moved into a chalet. The owner then wanted to charge me again because I was not the original guest. That meaning that 3 chalets were now paid for till 3rd by my family and I could not use any of them. After a heated discussion with the owner they merely said that if you leave early, it's your own choice. The aircon in two chalets were not working and no attempt was made to fix it, only a 'sorry' from management. All in all, the worst place I have visited and will definitely spread word to not use this place. Step up your game Thembe.
Juan and his mother contacted us about every hour on the day of arrival just to make sure that we are okay and travelling safely. We unfortunately get lost and couldn't find Thembe Lodge. They guided us and even suggested that they will come and look for us, which was luckily not necessary. Juan and his mother is very kind and they really walk the extra mile. thanks for your kindness!
Beautiful views on top of the mountain. Our A-frame unit was self-catering accommodation. Basic, clean and nice. Friendly atmosphere, tranquil. The water pump is not isolated and is noisy, especially at night.
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A refundable breakage deposit of R500 is payable directly to the property.Check-in/check-out details
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An additional R500 refundable key deposit is to be paid prior or on arrival. No credit card facilities.Bring own towels.
Please note Kosi Bay is located in 4x4 area.
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The Campsites are surrounded by lovely trees and lush green grass. Guests that stay in the campsites have communal bathrooms that have showers, and there are electricity points with a light and plug as well as braai amenities for each Campsite.
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An additional R500 refundable key deposit is to be paid prior or on arrival. No credit card facilities.
Bring own towels.
Please note Kosi Bay is located in 4x4 area.
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Description
The Campsites are surrounded by lovely trees and lush green grass. Guests that stay in the campsites have communal bathrooms that have showers, and there are electricity points with a light and plug as well as braai amenities for each Campsite.
The bed configurations in the rooms are either a double bed only, or a bunker bed (2 single beds on top of each other) and a double bed. Each of these rooms have a bathroom with a shower and separate toilet, an open-plan kitchen with facilities such as a fridge and microwave, a stove and other appliances, a patio or stoep with braai amenities as well as cleaning of rooms daily by the lodge's competent staff, to ensure that your stay is as relaxed as possible.
The camping sites are located under huge Marula trees, each with his own braai, tabel and electrical points with light and plug. Thembe Eco Lodge also has a swimming pool with fencing to cool off in, and a play park for children. Activities in and around the area that guests can enjoy are fishing and bird watching, 4x4 trails, game viewing and drives as well as boat trips on the lakes and so much more.