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Reviews of Rivendell Trout Estate

Unnamed Road Mount Anderson Catchment Reserve, 1120 Lydenburg, South Africa

#2 of 10 Holiday rentals in Lydenburg

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Review score

Based on 130 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That I only stayed 3 nights.

    Nature, the river, the bird and tree species.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Great Escape
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Comfort Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road is quite rough and a high clearance vehicle is essential.

    With the cottage nestled into the valley, the cliffs behind and the bubbling stream in front of the house, time stands still and the world fades quickly away! Order trout in from Jenny and Angus and supper is sorted. The cottage is very will equipped and comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Beautiful, wild, isolated, serene escape
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't like the fact that my stay was so short, so I will have to fix that next time I book! :)

    Pretty much everything. Serene, wild, safe, beautiful, isolated, quiet, relaxing, wild. Everything my heart needed to recover from city life

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    Lovely relaxing time
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Access road a little in a 2 wheel drive small saloon especially in the dark and rain

    Location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2024

    9.0
    We loved our stay at Rivendell. If you love nature, getting away from the city and fishing, this is a great place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful place right on the river. Very relaxing. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2024

    10
    Pristine Beautiful and Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some minor issues are not important as so much of goodness provided

    The setup, nature, facilities, fresh air, clean, infrastructure created for comfort and service, we loved everything out there

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    8.0
    Wonderful 1 night stay in idyllic surroundings
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    Awesome location and surroundings.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    8.0
    Lovely place we really enjoyed ourselves. The staff was super helpful with everything.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road leading to the chalet

    It’s very peaceful

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    10
    True nature spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owners are super attentive and super friendly. They are on call 24/7. Their facilities are well and neatly kept. This is a true nature spot, a hidden gem. The staff members are friendly.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish there was a jacuzzi or even a small splash pool.

    Loved the nature setting. Loves the that the river was just 1 minute from our door. Loved the way the unit was set up. Its modern and yet cozy and warm. Feels like home away from home if nit better!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2023

    10
    The sights and sounds of various bird species whilst chasing wild trout on fly. Our stay was nothing short of exceptiona
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Classic Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. The road is fairly rocky within the estate, but nothing to worry about.

    Everything.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    10
    Soul Food ! Eden on Earth.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing! When we were deciding where to stay, there were some reviews complaining about the 10km dirt road to get there, its actually totally fine.Our Nissan Almera (with a fully loaded boot) made it without issue at all, you just have to know how to drive 😉

    Exceptional hidden gem, a nature lovers paradise. Clean, well stocked, modern, tasteful & inviting. Completely private & peaceful. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay longer!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road was bad and you defnitely need a bakkie

    Everything! Absolutelly beautiful location there was everything that you could need to make your stay fabulous! LOVE the fishing spot!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    time to leave was 10am. The cleaning lady was dropped off to start cleaning at 09:20 so we felt a bit rushed. would have liked to have a last cup of coffee on the verandah!

    the scenery was beautiful and the fishing was good.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Exceptional location. House in a canyon near a small river. We really had the feeling we were all alone in the middle of nowhere (which actually was the case). Accomodation is fully equiped with everything you need, including fire pit and barbecue. When staying for longer period, would recommend to do groceries for multiple days. The closest shop is more than half an hour away. The drive to the property is stunning though. Would recommend to book this place when driving a high wheeled vehicle sice the road has some steep bumps and deep potholes.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    10
    Best quality beds I ever found at a lodge/resort/b&b!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The drive on the gravel road was a bit long. If yu want to take a drive to enjoy nature, its absolutely beautiful, but if you just want to get to bed, it feels like the road goes on forever.

    Very clean and well maintained cottage. Beds are of excellent quality. Beautiful area. Everything needed for the night was in place.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    10
    Transports you into nature and the beauty, perfect get away for de-stressing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing , I loved everything

    Riverdell Trout estate is a hidden treasure, Beyond my expectations and Grant the host was so accommodating, I am going back, the scenery and river and hammock, just wow !!! Chocolates and rusks and beverages. buckleberry was super clean and had everything you would need and more.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The setting is exquisite, the facilities are perfect for the stay. This place is a secret hideaway- we feel so lucky to have found this on our way back from Kruger. We will definitely be back.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2023

    8.0
    Ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only the gas stove

    The trip was fine

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Most beautifull Place we have ever been. Thank you!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    9.0
    Tranquil, beautiful overnight stay at Rivendell
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bath water was brown but probably to be expected in such a remote place.

    Spacious and well equipped with a beautiful view

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    10
    .
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road leading to the property was challenging.

    It was exceptionally beautiful and large house!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    9.0
    A REAL CONNECTION WITH NATURE A remote location in the sticks with a river running through it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Cottage
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very little to no internet and mobile network connection.

    Awesome location. Attentive and friendly hosts

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2023

    10
    We enjoyed our stay very very muv
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the mattresses not good

    Everything fine

    Stayed in August 2023

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