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Reviews of Oribi Gorge Guest Farm

LOT 9B ORIBI PLAINS, 4244 Glendale, South Africa

#3 of 3 hotels in Glendale

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Review Score

Based on 119 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    7.9

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free Wifi

    5.8

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  • Reviewed: August 7, 2025

    8.0
    Lovely stay, lovely setting near the gorge.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We would have liked some cutting boards in the kitchen, for the broken toilet seat to be replaced, and for the ball valve in the other toilet to be repaired.

    The house is self-catering so we made our own breakfast. Kitchen very well equipped for self-catering. Very helpful cleaning staff. We loved the fire place in the living room! We loved the view of the gorge!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2025

    7.0
    Peaceful Setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet - Lindile Lodge
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    DSTV had very limited channels, and the WiFi was weak. There was no internet access on the TV, so we couldn’t use our own streaming services. The hot water from the geyser only lasted about five minutes. The person who let us in was unfriendly, didn’t offer a warm welcome, and didn’t show us around or explain anything. The house rules and contact number were just stuck on the fridge with no further communication.

    The location was peaceful and scenic, and the property looked just like the photos. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable, which made for a restful stay.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2025

    7.0
    Was well worth the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet - Lindile Lodge
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was amazing. The only thing that was not to our satisfaction was the fact that when you say you have DSTV and the Springboks are playing the Barbarians and to arrive and be told the DSTV is not working. Streaming signal was poor as this place was remote. Also no other establishment near to have gone to watch it.

    The Cottage was absolutley amazing. Everything was to our satisfaction. The farm is quiet and very relaxing. They even have a squash court on the premises and a beautiful swimming pool with a fabulous view.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 26, 2025

    7.0
    Oribi farm is a home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet - Nerrily Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Water was not hot

    The place was very clean

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No sharp knife, unreliable electrical supply, the shortage of water to fill toilet cisterns.

    Rustic and character

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet - Lindile Lodge
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved absolutely everything about the place,so peaceful, refreshing,cosy, it's like home away from home. We are definitely coming back ✅

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2025

    8.0
    Friendly staff, beautiful garden. Enjoy the space.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet - Nerrily Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    the house was humid and not ventilated. But I guess it was because we booked last minute. Dont expect modern facilities.

    Very pleasant stay. Beautiful garden. The house and furniture style is of old farm style, colonial house. We booked last minute and the room was ready immediatly.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful location on a peaceful farm with stunning views! House was clean and beautifully done up on the inside. Very spacious kitchen and lounge area.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 22, 2025

    8.0
    Lovely location, comfortable if a little weird !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet - Nerrily Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Information left for guests out of date. Personally I could have done without some of the antique set dressing.

    Location- very quiet. Lovely walks through farm to spectacular gorge views. Beds comfortable. Armchairs old but comfortable. Well equipped - although cutlery and cricket might be a bit meagre if full party (? 7) resident.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Toilets, Insects

    Area

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet - Nerrily Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    One of the bathrooms in the main house is in need of a renovation. As this is a farm be prepared to manage flies. Although it is said that the water is safe, best to come with your own water.

    The place was quiet and peaceful, perfect for a get away for a big family. The rooms are pretty and comfortable. The kitchen was fully equipped with all the essentials to make for a comfortable stay. The garden was well maintained.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: September 18, 2024

    9.0
    We loved the place and will definitely come back in the near future.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The DSTV channels are very limited.

    The location was perfect.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet - Nerrily Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quiet peaceful,spacious

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The fact that there was a wifi password and no wifi to connect to

    All was great, fire place , staff view and jist the peace.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The beds were very hard in some of the rooms

    The home is beautiful and very spacious Breakfast not applicable

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    7.0
    There was also some dust in my one of the rooms from little insects eating the wooden window frame. This flared up one o
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was an issue between management and us re my younger son being declared as a child. We input my younger boys age as 16 and the property management said that their policy re over 12 as an adult. The reception lady called the owner and he ok’d my son at no additional cost. To us, this was not doing us any favors as we correctly declared my son’s age. We arrived around 4:30pm as we’d been shark diving on the South Coast earlier and got a bit delayed. So we asked for a late checkout. This led to an uncomfortable conversation between my wife and probably the owner as the reception lady had escalated the issue. The owner quoted about R1,700 for a late checkout, which we thought was highly unfair. When we questioned the rate he said that he had already done us a favor by not charging my son at adult rate. What really bothered me was that he called my wife a “cheat” and said that we were taking advantage The owner eventually conceded to check with booking.com on the child age declaration and apologized the next morning to me. The issue here is that the start of what was supposed to be a relaxing peaceful night stay started off on a negative note with the owner being rude because of his perceptions or lack of trust in his guests ! Also, Double beds were comfortable. Single beds were not comfortable. I noticed a board placed under some of the mattresses of the single beds. Whilst I understand that these are antique beds - they still need to maintain some comfort.

    Quiet, peaceful, tranquil.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    8.0
    a lovely family get away space .
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet - Nerrily Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    the views and pool.

    did not have breakfast provided ,a warm and relax family space.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    9.0
    A really lovely farm experience and ambience - even for 1 night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet - Nerrily Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    n/a

    Breakfast is not applicable, it was self catering. The house was spotless and the decor was interesting, beautifully done, with each room different. The gardens were great, and walking round the farm interesting and then driving to the view point of the Oribi Gorge was amazing. So a successful trip all round.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: December 23, 2023

    7.0
    Go to place for adventure
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet - Nerrily Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I did not like that when someone takes a shower for 5 minutes, the hot water runs out, and the next person has to wait for an hour for the water to get hot again.

    I liked the location of the farm,the views are beautiful. We enjoyed using outside facilities.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2023

    7.0
    My stay was 6/10 just because of the beds and you guys don’t offer breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds were kinda uncomfortable

    The property is well located and the garden is perfect

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 28, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pool was not in good condition to swim in the morning

    The location, the views & the clean house

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 23, 2023

    8.0
    It was lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet - Nerrily Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Kitchen tap is old and tight and needs to be changed to a new one .Maybe change to the Duck spout and lever type

    Big space and beautiful yard

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2023

    8.0
    Peace
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet - Shuttleworth House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful garden , the place is very private

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2023

    9.0
    Highly recommend staying over!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet - Lindile Lodge
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Couldn't find the fan in the room.

    Loved the grounds. Beautiful location. The cottage unit was well furnished and smelt lovely!

    Stayed in October 2023

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