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Reviews of Makhato 84 Bush Lodge

Tweefontein Farm, Warmbaths, 0480 Bela-Bela, South Africa

#8 of 45 vacation rentals in Bela-Bela

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 72 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was a sewerage smell that was rather nauseating

    Quite, spacious and a chance to view the game

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    8.0
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    Closeness to nature

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2024

    8.0
    Best value for money, perfect accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The size of the unit is perfect and the beds are in an acceptable state. The boma is amazing and very useful. The outside table and fridge were very useful as we mostly used this the entire weekend.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    8.0
    We had a wonderful , relaxing time and saw plenty of animals from our unit
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A Toilet upstairs would have been nice....

    The fact that a group of friends could stay in one unit and the facilities was great.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2024

    8.0
    We enjoyed the quietness and animals roaming around us.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The couch in the living room had better days abd are quite worn out.

    Made our own breakfast.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2024

    8.0
    My stay was excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Every thing was good

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 12, 2023

    10
    Wonderful escape
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A fan or two would have been welcome during the first very hot days. No broom to do basic cleaning.

    The location was superb. The layout of the chalet suited our family. The fact that the unites are spread out, makes it very private and special. The waterhole 30m from the stoep drew many welcome visitors. The children enjoyed the hot and cold pool in our area.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    10
    Everything was perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We thought everything was perfect.

    Very comfortable unit. The kids loved the beds upstairs. Lots of added extras like DSTV and WIFI. Loved our stay and definitely will book at 84 Makhato again. Thank you for hosting us.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2023

    9.0
    A place in the bush
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There didn't seem to be enough hot water at the unit for everyone to enjoy a hot shower.

    The place is ideal for families; our granddaughter had a blast at the pools and then in the evenings watching the animals walk past the unit, and the bushbabies were a wonderful surprise every night.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2023

    8.0
    Amazing house, dirty crockery.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All the crockery was dirty, the pots (not a big selection and are very heavy) were full of dirt inside, the severing bowls were full of thatch and the jugs looked like they hadn't been washed in a VERY long time. The thatch was also busy being re-done which was not indicated to me. The old thatch had the house extremely dirty (and thatch carries lice!) as well as the Bush baby's living in the thatch (no problem with that) but as we arrived there was poop on the main bedrooms sheet.

    Absolutely gorgeous house with lovely view, looks smaller than the pictures but has the watering hole right infront of the house! Had lots of animals come visit! Solar lights were put up for loadshedding which helped a lot!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2023

    10
    We had really a great time and everything was perfect, the house, the peace, the visitations by wild animals just next t
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/a

    Peace

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A 6km ride to reception was long. Indicated walk paths would have been helpful.

    Lodge and reserve were great.Visits to our stoop by many wild animals was extraordinary!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    7.0
    Makhato 84
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The kitchen needs alot of cleaning. The oven and microwave was so dirty that one really can't use it and the load shedding level 6 made it very difficult when it came to preparing food.

    The house was very neat except for the kitchen as stated below. The staff at the resort was very friendly and helpful

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2023

    8.0
    Relaxing g
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location, large stoep, boma area.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2023

    10
    Wonderful experience in a unique setting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nil

    location and serenity.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 22, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The fact that I must pay for parking while they told me on booking.com that we have a free parking

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2023

    10
    Getaway with group of friends
    • Travelers with friends
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The distance it takes to get to reception from main gate and not being informed fully about the activities and what needed to be done. We found most things fully booked due to staff giving less information until we ask

    I liked how the place had everything we needed and how the beds were so comfortable. Everything was working and everything was clean. Exactly as the pictures

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: February 28, 2023

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

    Reception staff could have been more welcoming .Found them rather stiff. Doormats had dirt swept under them

    Nice lodge suited our needs for one night. Sondela Reserve is a pleasant location. The security staff were very welcoming and pleasant

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 16, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Load shedding really an inconvenience.The fridge in the house doesn't work properly

    It is a very quiet space,their security is top notch.Felt safe.Very clean space

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2023

    7.0
    the stay was good and peaceful, pity we felt abit sidelined by other guests mostly white guests at the pool side
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the cleaning service lady stole our money when they came to clean

    everything was having everything we found the facility clean

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2023

    7.0
    Family get away!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The unit needs to be properly cleaned!! And the appliances checked to make sure they all in good condition. As Load Shedding is a norm, guests should be advised in order to be prepared especially since we are not locals and we were not made aware until we arrived!

    Loved the animals around the unit!! The unit has so much potential and it's big and comfy for whole family!! Very relaxing!!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2023

    10
    thoroughly enjoyed our stay - it was a family get together
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    well situated. very well appointed. spacious. wonderful having gas braai. comfortable and good game viewing around the house

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Peaceful, beautiful lodge

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 7, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, everything was perfect

    It was a great experience

    Stayed in October 2022

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