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Reviews of Ironstone Cottage

Broederstroom Farm, Erasmuskloof Eastern Cape, 6280 Graaff-Reinet, South Africa

#6 of 45 vacation rentals in Graaff-Reinet

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Review Score

Based on 140 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free Wifi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: October 4, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had a lovely stay in the cottage. Everything was so perfect!!

    Stayed in October 2025

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2025

    9.0
    Excellent stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Missed a small container of milk for the coffee. For elderly guests, the lounge chairs an couch were very low and a bit difficult to negotiate. One or two more ice trays for the freezer.

    Beautiful, tranquil setting. Niles was very helpful with items we had left behind! Thank you!

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2025

    9.0
    Old world charm and serenity.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Just needs a log tongs or poker for the fireplace.

    Location is excellent. Cottage had old world charm. The owners were very friendly.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Old world charm , very clean , excellent location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2025

    8.0
    Would love to stay longer next time
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was a camera on the porch. Made us feel uncomfortable. Not sure if it was switch on or not but still..

    The wide open space outside. The farm environment and the bed was very comfy.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    8.0
    We loved our stay. The scenery was beautiful and the cottage had everything we needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    A better heating system, could have made our stay more comfortable. It was an extremely cold night and the split system was not very effective. We were not sure whether the internal wood fireplace was useable.

    Niles, our host contacted us prior to arrival with excellent direction instructions and key collection. We were also able to purchase grass fed, organic meat at a very reasonable price. This was an added bonus.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No heating besides fireplace inside cottage

    Peace and quiet and beautiful surroundings

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing we didn't like.

    Beautiful surroundings, very clean and well equipped cottage. We really enjoyed the tranquil surroundings and the spacious rooms.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2025

    10
    Nice to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Happy

    n.a.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    All Awesome

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2025

    9.0
    Leisurely weekend a way
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The weather was extremely cold and the place needed heaters for this weather. Would definitely visit again in summer to take advantage of the pool

    The setting is beautiful and immersed in nature. Loved the collection of plants surrounding the venue

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    10
    Amazing value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Host was exceptional

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2025

    9.0
    Overall very happy with stay here. A real karoo farm stay, with blessedly no traffic noise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Maintenance: difficult front door : needs sanding. Also one of bedroom doors scraping against tiles: One of the cutlery drawers needed cleaning.

    N/A in terms of breakfast. Location very nice, quiet and very convenient for access to Camdeboo National Park

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2025

    9.0
    Awesome place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The area as well as the cottage was great.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    10
    This was way more than an overnight stop. This was a fantastic Karro experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    We loved the setting and all the attention to detail. A private pool and fire pit all added up to make our stay fantastic. We loved the long deep veranda and enjoyed the sunset sunrise and full moon and loads of stars. We will certainly stay for longer next time.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2025

    9.0
    Cute Cottage in the country side
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    we got the day before arrival all the info including the Wifi password, Once arrived we unpacked everything and then started to set up the wifi which didn't work, we contacted the host and they did had trouble with this cottage. As we did required wifi they did offer us another cottage: but it was a bit annoying as we already unpacked everything and had to pack and unpack again after a long day on the road. It would have been nice, to get the notice that the wifi is not working and we could get another cottage - as we booked the larger more expensive cottage with full fridge - we ended up with the smaller cottage which was nice, but only had a freezer compartment .

    you are staying on a farm, maybe 10 Min outside of town along a gravel road. It is easy to find and to get there. we did like that it is super peaceful and you have the feeling you are in the middle of a country side. the cottages have some nice personal touch and feel very comfortable. we would stay here again, as it is very nice.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Potato peeler too blunt. Small wine glasses.

    The remote setting and facilities like the plunge pool and firepit.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2025

    9.0
    Ideal stopover in a beautiful & tranquil setting. Plunge pool and firepit a welcome bonus!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Non-slip mats in the bathrooms would help.

    All very good

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 15, 2025

    10
    Stunning farm stay close enough to town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Right at the foot of the mountains. The plunge pool and fire pit.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Ironstone Cottage (Graaff Reinet - Valley of Desolation) This fine cottage was located on a farm some distance outside GR. Spacious, comfortable and well equipped, a plunge pool, hammock and a fine garden. Meals are available from the host. Hiking in the vicinity and hunting tours are available. Road access challenging for a conventional vehicle with low ground clearance.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2025

    10
    The most amazing place, already excited to go back there, there is no place like it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The most amazing place, very roomy and all the amenities you might need, good AC since it might get very hot, and beautiful and private spots to chill in the shade. Owners are amazing people and loved to help us find a nice hiking route on the farm.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A gem in the Karoo, we loved the quiet setting and pool. Everything you need and give it 10 stars plus. Will go back again.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 16, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Double bed was really not comfortable.

    Fantastic setting. Hidden away and surrounded by hills with beautiful views. Loved the stoep and pool. Would want to spend a week at this place. Will definitely come back.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2024

    10
    Really a special little place. Next level cleanliness. Host are absolutely amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely nothing!

    Loved everything.

    Stayed in December 2024

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