Spekboomberg Farm, 5880 Cradock, South Africa
#1 of 13 B&Bs and inns in Cradock
Guests' ChoiceBased on 52 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Eda
GermanyNothing
If you are looking for a good welcoming stopover on your drive to the south/north during your trip around South Africa, this is just the perfect gateway. Great rooms, friendly atmosphere, exceptionally good prepared breakfast! They even backed a fresh bread for us. We got so spoiled! Just loved it
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Deirdre
South AfricaBeautiful location and guesthouse
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Luigi
ItalyA really little gem in the middle of a farm. Excellent room and comfy beds. Many facilities. Excellent kitchen. Very nice host.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 14, 2024
Lorraine
United KingdomNothing
Wonderful setting, beautiful house, garden and pool. Willem was an exceptional host
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Stefano
South AfricaEverthink was just perfect
Simply fantastic We arrived late afternoon, Wilhem the owner arrived immediately to welcome us. And what a nice surprise, Wilhem instead of the room with bathroom and kitchen, gave us the Cottage - upgradet us -. Small private garden in front with a round table and 4 very comfortable chairs, where I spent several hours looking at the view, or in front of my computer drinking a glass of wine or something else. Upon entering you find yourself in the living room with kitchen. 2 3-seater sofas, TV, spacious and well-equipped kitchen. From there you arrive in a bedroom with 2 single beds or in the master bedroom with a double bed and 1 extra bed. From the 2 bedrooms you have access to the bathroom. Bathroom with bathtub and shower, the shower is large and accessible even with a wheelchair. The entire Cottage is tastefully decorated and very comfortable. Not to forget the semi-covered swimming pool at the main House with a splendid view of the mountain - the water was the perfect temperature, swimming was really good for me, sofas on the deck, deckchairs, gym equipment, barbeque and a table for eight people. At sunset around 6pm you can see the animals - Kudu, Elan ect... The only day we moved was to visit the Zebra Park not far away +- 25 minutes. However, for walking or mountain biking enthusiasts, there is plenty of space We spent some wonderful days enjoying the absolute tranquility. Wilhem his wife Sue Ellen and children are so personable, always ready to help, they make you feel very special. I'm sure we will be back.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 23, 2024
Christoph
South AfricaEverything fine
We had great rooms and loved our stay.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: December 19, 2023
Lee
South AfricaPerfect
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 14, 2023
Candy
South Africanicely furnished and upmarket
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: December 10, 2022
Barberis
South Africaa real gem!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: December 2, 2022
Seodi
South AfricaThe place exceeded my expectations. Beautiful, clean and quiet. In the morning you only hear birds singing and the sound of animals. It is about 4km from the main road. Don't worry about the loadshedding, the place has generator. This is a farm area though Willem has placed precautionary measures to repel mosquitos, bring your own repellent in case. I love everything about this place. Will definitely come back, that's for sure. 💯% satisfactory
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: November 21, 2022
Anton
South Africathe hot tap in the bathroom was turned really tight. May need some attention. Ideally I’d have liked to have Karoo lamb offered for dinner..
beautiful setting, dog friendly, great welcome and quality furnishing
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: November 4, 2022
Neil
United Arab EmiratesReally well kitted out and beautiful and super friendly host who helped us to track down a local contact to help with a flat tire. Stunning location.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: October 30, 2022
Luca
Italyvery nice apartment, we really enjoyed our stay .
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 16, 2022
Fezeka
South Africanil
comfort and beautiful decor with breathtaking gardens and Mountain View
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: June 16, 2022
Natalie
South AfricaVery comfortable cottage with all the necessaries, including a coffee machine. Electric blankets for cold weather and piles of lovely warm blankets. Beautiful views of mountains
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: April 25, 2022
Duncan
South Africathe bed wasn’t great
great property with everything we need
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: February 21, 2022
Hans-peter
Germanythe perfect getaway. remote and tranquil farm, luxury rooms. clean and very accommodating and friendly owners.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: January 22, 2022
Theo
South AfricaWe like everything!!
The breakfast room was a fresh breeze to walk in! It is very nicely decorated. The owner ........also a mega farmer and farmer of the year in Eastern Cape........served us personally!! That was special for us.......and with this good company a five star breakfast prepared by his wife Sue-Ellen!!
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: January 10, 2022
Angela
South AfricaWe absolutely LOVED our stay in the spacious, stand-alone 2 bedroom cottage (which can sleep 5). The reviews all looked amazing, and we were not disappointed - immaculately clean, superb furnishings and decor, with high quality finishes throughout. The farm setting is beautiful and peaceful, and next time we hope to stay an extra night or two. Thank you to our hosts Wilhelm and Sue-Ellen for such warm hospitality. Of all the guest houses we’ve stayed at on our road trips in South Africa, this is definitely one of the best!
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: January 8, 2022
Donovan
South AfricaNothing!
We loved everything about the property. The facilities, the host ( Wilhelm), the accommodation, the setting was excellent. It is very rare that I give such a high rating, but we loved it and truly felt like family. We will be back soon!
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: January 8, 2022
Rosanna
SpainNothing
We booked the separate cottage and it was perfect for our needs. Beautifully decorated and well-equipped, all the little details taken care of. We had everything we needed for a lovely meal and we loved sitting outside and looking at the mountain as a storm rolled in. Location is ideal to access Mountain Zebra park - we were spotting game in the park 30 mins after leaving the guesthouse. Host was friendly and helpful.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: December 16, 2021
Warwick
South AfricaBeautiful setting away from towns and city.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: December 4, 2021
Brian
South AfricaN/A
Scenery was just perfect, the bedding was very clean and the breakfast was excellent. The staff and host were friendly and took care of our needs in a welcoming way. I will not think twice recommending them to anyone. If we could have stayed a day or 2 longer we would but we were on our way to Garden Route.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: November 21, 2021
Stephanus
South AfricaBreakfast was great
Stayed in November 2021
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