Reviews of The Ranch Guesthouse
151 Rivier Street, 2520 Potchefstroom, South Africa
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Reviewed: August 15, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: July 23, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: July 17, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWarm & cosy atmosphere, feeling at home. Excellent value for money & Erika going the extra mile for her visitors. Would gladly recommend The Ranch Guesthouse 👌😊
Reviewed: July 12, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewI loved the cleanliness of the place. The hostess took extra care to make one feel at home and comfortable.
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Dear Candice, Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure to host and meet you. Hope your presentation went well and that your trip back home was good. Enjoy your weekend, and I hope to see you soon. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Dear Candice, Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure to host and meet you. Hope your presentation went well and that your trip back home was good. Enjoy your weekend, and I hope to see you soon. Warm Ranch regards Brent and … Show more
Reviewed: July 3, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewMy room was really a solo room but so convenient. I believe though there were other better rooms. But I don’t mind, mine I think it was convenient.
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Dear Xola, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting and meeting you. Yes, we do have other Deluxe Queen Suites, offering the same as the Deluxe Twin Suite, but unfortunately, we had no Deluxe Queen Suites available for your dates. I am looking forward to hosting you again. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Dear Xola, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting and meeting you. Yes, we do have other Deluxe Queen Suites, offering the same as the Deluxe Twin Suite, but unfortunately, we had no Deluxe Queen Suites available for yo… Show more
Reviewed: July 1, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: June 30, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe atmosphere was beautiful and very well decorated. I really like the koi pond. The rooms were also very nice and cosy.
Dear Shawn, Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting you and your colleague. Have a lovely week, and we hope to see you soon. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: June 5, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewDear Brendan Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting for your stunning family and congrats once again on your beautiful wife's Phd degree. Hope to see you all soon. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: May 29, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewDear Anonymous, thank you for your kind review. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: May 5, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewDear Kagiso Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting for you and once again congratulations on your Graduation. We do hope to see you again. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: April 16, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: March 6, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewExzremely nice Guest House. Top - 13 of 10 points
Dear Birgit Thank you for you kind review. It was a pleasure hosting for you and Torsten. Enjoy your tour through sunny South Africa and hope to see you again in the near future. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: March 4, 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewAbsolutely beautiful rooms. Quite safe. For any female travelling on their own.
Dear Dimakatso, thank you for your kind review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Looking forward to your next break away. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: February 19, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewEverything, the hostes Erika was so friendly&kind. Thank you for your warm heart. Everything else was excellent!
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Dear Hestia, thank you for your kind review. It was such a pleasure hosting for you and your beautiful daughter. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: February 14, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewGreat room fully equipped
Dear Mr Pienaar, thank you for your review. We love to hear that our guests enjoy our rooms and all it's amenities. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: February 12, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: February 9, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewExceptional hospitality, comfortable room and bed, and cleanliness to a high standard. A tranquil spot amids suburbia.
All my necessities met, with thanks 🙏
Good morning Natasja, thank you kindly for your review. It enlightens us to hear that you enjoyed your short stay with us. Wishing you all the best for 2025 and your ventures. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: February 8, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe room was intense, really beautiful. The bathroom was fantastic. Erika is so welcoming and it is always a bonus if we can get a booking at The Ranch when we travel to Potchefstroom.
There was nothing I didn't like.
Dear Mark, thank you for your kind review. It enlighten us that you enjoyed your stay with us, despite your busy schedule. Looking forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: February 8, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: December 28, 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThe room was very clean and looked exactly like the pictures. The host was very friendly and helpful at all times.
Dear Paballo, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure meeting and hosting for you. Enjoy your Festive Season Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: November 4, 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewEverything was perfect. Tastefully decorated. Spacious, modern high quality appliances and fittings, Perfect bathroom with large shower. Spotless. Fast Internet. Quiet and private. Highly recommended!
Dear Lahney, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting for you and your beautiful wife. Wishing you a blessed Festive Season. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Reviewed: October 14, 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: October 11, 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewAttention to detail and friendlyness of the owners
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Good afternoon Chris, thank you kindly for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting for you and your beautiful daughter. Best of luck with your search in finding accommodation for her for next year's studies. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Good afternoon Chris, thank you kindly for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting for you and your beautiful daughter. Best of luck with your search in finding accommodation for her for next year's studies. Warm Ranch regards Br… Show more
Reviewed: October 6, 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewErika and Brent are wonderful hosts. Everything was just perfect. I highly recommend this guest house and will definitely stay here again when visiting Potchefstroom.
Dear Lania, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting for you during Aardklop. It was great chatting to you around the breakfast table and to hear about all your artistic ventures. Looking forward to welcoming you back in the future. Warm Ranch regards Brent and Erika Smith
Dear Lania, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting for you during Aardklop. It was great chatting to you around the breakfast table and to hear about all your artistic ventures. Looking forward to welcoming you back in… Show more
Reviewed: October 5, 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
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