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Woodlands Cottages and Camping
Woodlands Cottages and Camping
Woodlands Cottages and Camping
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Situated high on the banks of the Bushman's River, Woodlands is a birder's paradise with a wide variety of species spotted daily including the lovely Loerie. Located just outside Kenton-on-Sea, midway between Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) and East London and just down the road from Makhanda (Grahamstown) on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
Woodlands Cottages & Camping offers rustic, affordable family and pet-friendly self-catering accommodation in 8 free-standing cottages and 3 guest house rooms in the main house. A variety of layouts allow us to cater for individuals sharing rooms, couples, small families, and multiple cottages for those who need space for a large group. We can accommodate up 46 people. The cottages are tucked away in a lush indigenous garden with access to their own unique and secluded boma bath, making us ideal for the perfect romantic getaway.
The bush camping area has a toilet, shower and washing up facilities for up to 5 pitches.
Guests can enjoy a delicious meal or a drink at the Goat Shed bush bistro & bar which is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Additional facilities on-site include a swimming pool, games room (with pool table and table tennis) and a large lounge area with TV. Enjoy the stress-free environment by relaxing next to the pool, wandering down the path to the river, or at the on-site bar. Spectacular unspoilt beaches, estuaries and rivers are right on the doorstep ready to explore.
We want people to enjoy the outdoors, the beach and our beautiful rivers. From Woodlands and nearby you have the option to experience kayaks, paddles boats, river cruises, bush walks and horse riding. We also get good rates from the nearby game reserve called Sibuya for day trips to see the Big 5 and we are 70 km from Addo Elephant Park.
Situated high on the banks of the Bushman's River, Woodlands is a birder's paradise with a wide variety of species spotted daily including the lovely Loerie. Located just outside Kenton-on-Sea, midway between Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) and East London and just down the road from Makhanda (Grahamstown) on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
Woodlands Cottages & Camping offers rustic, affordable family and pet-friendly self-catering accommodation in 8 free-standing cottages and 3 guest house rooms in the main house. A variety of layouts allow us to cater for individuals sharing rooms, couples, small families, and multiple cottages for those who need space for a large group. We can accommodate up 46 people. The cottages are tucked away in a lush indigenous garden with access to their own unique and secluded boma bath, making us ideal for the perfect romantic getaway.
The bush camping area has a toilet, shower and washing up facilities for up to 5 pitches.
Guests can enjoy a delicious meal or a drink at the Goat Shed bush bistro & bar which is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Additional facilities on-site include a swimming pool, games room (with pool table and table tennis) and a large lounge area with TV. Enjoy the stress-free environment by relaxing next to the pool, wandering down the path to the river, or at the on-site bar. Spectacular unspoilt beaches, estuaries and rivers are right on the doorstep ready to explore.
We want people to enjoy the outdoors, the beach and our beautiful rivers. From Woodlands and nearby you have the option to experience kayaks, paddles boats, river cruises, bush walks and horse riding. We also get good rates from the nearby game reserve called Sibuya for day trips to see the Big 5 and we are 70 km from Addo Elephant Park.
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47 guests' feedbackPleasantly chilled vibe.
Affordable and excellent host!
Location is nice. Room is clean.
Awesome time at Woodlands.
Terrible! The staff didn't know where the cottage was. The place was dusty and unkempt. The linen was not changed from the previous occupants. It was smelly, it felt dirty and clammy. Load shedding was a disaster, no fans, no backup lights. When complaining, I was given two tiny aluminium type candles, unable to shower or freshen up. No cutlery or crockery in the cabin. Strange items floating in the kettle. The bar area was also very dusty and untidy.
Good location. Stayed for 2 nights, near the centre. The fridge was a bit of a problem.
Absolutely wonderful!
Nice place, very clean and tidy with everything you need. The manager and staff are friendly and eager to help.
We stayed over on our way back to Cape Town. Woodlands was easy to find, very friendly service and clean and spacious facilities. The gas hob and loadshedding lights ensured that despite loadshedding we could cook dinner and have a good stay.
It was cold, maybe an electric blanket can help.
Restaurant and bar on site, walking trails, rivers nearby, green natural, tree-rich, hot water.
It was the grossest, dirtiest smelly accommodation ever. For the money it was a huge disappointment. There was a dead rat that had been used, dishcloths were dirty and smelled. No curtains and no mirror. No hot water and toilet led. It was a nightmare.
Dirty shower in room, porch pavement full of weeds. Restaurant on site guests very noisy until late. No emergency light for load shedding in room. Freezer and fridge in communal kitchen last cleaned in years.
Neat and safe. We were very happy.
I would recommend Woodlands to anyone with animals and children. It is very safe. As Matthew's wall in the restaurant says 'come as a guest leave as a friend' and it is so, you feel very much at home and the people are very friendly. We had a great time there.
Thought the bathrooms could have had more attention. Everything else, brilliant.
Mathew is very nice and checked in regularly to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. I would definitely go camping there again.
A very comfortable and well-equipped secluded cabin above the Bushmans River. The birdlife was outstanding. A wonderful place I have visited often and will visit again.
The scenery was perfect, the rooms and kitchen, bathrooms, lounge was all very neat and clean. We would definitely come for another stay at Woodlands Cottages. We wanted to rebook for December, but unfortunately the cottages were all booked up already. Thank you very much for the entertainment, pool table, table tennis, pool, as well as the pub where there was a live band and we were well entertained. I would highly recommend you to any other person looking for accommodation.
We were changed from our accommodation to another room with a consultation. We were comfortable with our basic needs covered. A lovely character full pub restaurant. Friendly host. An enjoyable stay including our dog. Amazing Eastern Cape bush and birds. Thanks.
Cottage was nice and spacious, pretty garden. But no hot water, not even warm water, and no extra blankets - it was cold. Food at the Goatshed restaurant was yummy.
The manager Matthew is a kind-hearted and an extremely great person. We really enjoyed our stay.
All the rooms were disgustingly dirty and not clean at all. The garden all overgrown and the pool area disgusting. The Goat Shed Restaurant is a rip off.
The place is situated in a very nice and quiet place. It was a very nice hideout.
We are coming back. It's very nice place to get a little more time to spend.
Welcomed by the manager who took care to explain points of interest. His appreciation for the establishment was infectious. There is also consideration for the guests built into the layout of cottages and environment. A delight.
Very nice place, will book the wooden house next time. Pleasant people and very safe place.
Quiet atmosphere with friendly people and lots of good food.
Staff welcomed us kindly and with open arms.
Cheap. Not grênd.
The lodge is beautiful and offers many activities - it was just very unfortunate that our visit was out of peak season so activities couldn't be arranged, despite them actively being advertised by the lodge on social media.
Thank you Gail for the great service. A real gem. Easy to reach and has all the necessary amenities. Just a pity it was only for 1 night. Will definitely visit again and stay longer to make use of the river.
The accommodation is good, except that there is a water problem when you shower. The game room no longer exists, so there isn't much to do.
See stars.
We were so pleasantly surprised with our beautiful little cottage hideaway. It was even serviced daily.
Everything was dusty and the outdoor bath, table and chairs weren't even clean.
Perfect, owner well respected by community as we visit shops in surrounding area, noting we were only visiting for the weekend. Have already recommended cottage to friends and working colleagues.
The place was fairy tales among the forests with nice life positive activities. It was very nice.
We stayed in a very unpleasant little cottage, which was not very clean. The bathroom was a total disaster, with no hot water. The whole appearance of the cottage was tatty. It was obvious that very little maintenance has been carried out over the years.
We had a great time at woodlands. Only on the cleanliness that when there is cleaning, like empty shampoo bottles, and other things left by the previous customers are cleaned up. Other than that, everything was neat.
The setting is lovely, high up on the hill above the Bushman's river. The overall feel is maybe a little run down, beautiful place with a large amount of potential. As we were the only guests at the backpackers, we did not try the restaurant, but had some drinks at the bar - great gin selection. Overall, was a pleasant stop - room was clean, no real atmosphere (but this is not really the backpacker's fault) and nothing super fancy.
The place was clean. Our request for single bed linen was handled efficiently. Dogs and cats jump unto the couch, cupboards and beds. Won't book again.
The owner was absent. The place didn't look like the advertisement on the website. The hot water shower is constantly stopping while showering. Uncomfortable toilet with bookcase on your chest. The two-plate stove was out of order.
We enjoyed our stay at Woodlands immensely. We made a cosy fire and barbecued. reception was very friendly and made us feel at home.
We enjoyed the stay, though short it was sweet.
We were really received with friendly helpful people. We would love to return. The food was top notch. Value for money.
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The rustic bush camping area has a toilet, shower and washing up facilities for up to 6 pitches. There is no electricity available on each pitch, however, there is a plug available in the kitchen to charge small devices.
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The rustic bush camping area has a toilet, shower and washing up facilities for up to 6 pitches. There is no electricity available on each pitch, however, there is a plug available in the kitchen to charge small devices.
R175R175R140Ngwenya Cottage
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Ngwenya has twin beds and en-suite bathroom with a shower, a small deck, and access to the shared fully-equipped kitchen and lounge in the main house. There is a kettle to make drinks.
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Ngwenya has twin beds and en-suite bathroom with a shower, a small deck, and access to the shared fully-equipped kitchen and lounge in the main house. There is a kettle to make drinks.
R435R435R348Family Room 3
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Family Room 3 is suited to accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids. It comprises a double bed and a bunk bed with an en-suite bathroom with a toilet, shower and bath. Guests have access to a fully-equipped communal kitchen in the main house. The main house has a huge lounge and an outdoor area to relax.
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Family Room 3 is suited to accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids. It comprises a double bed and a bunk bed with an en-suite bathroom with a toilet, shower and bath. Guests have access to a fully-equipped communal kitchen in the main house. The main house has a huge lounge and an outdoor area to relax.
R695R695R556Family Room 1
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Family Room 1 is suited to accommodate 6 people, containing 2 bunk bed and 2 single beds. It has access to a shared bathroom with a shower and bath. Guests have access to a fully-equipped communal kitchen in the main house. The main house has a huge lounge and an outdoor area to relax.
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Family Room 1 is suited to accommodate 6 people, containing 2 bunk bed and 2 single beds. It has access to a shared bathroom with a shower and bath. Guests have access to a fully-equipped communal kitchen in the main house. The main house has a huge lounge and an outdoor area to relax.
R695R695R556Boma Cottage
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Boma is a 1 bedroom cottage with a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival. The cottage has its own fully-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with a shower and a rustic outside boma bath. It also has a private outdoor braai.
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Boma is a 1 bedroom cottage with a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival. The cottage has its own fully-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with a shower and a rustic outside boma bath. It also has a private outdoor braai.
R810R810R648Loerie Cottage
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Loerie is a cottage with a king bed, its own fully-equipped kitchen, a bathroom with a shower and a seating area. It also has a private outdoor braai and a beautiful outside boma bath.
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Loerie is a cottage with a king bed, its own fully-equipped kitchen, a bathroom with a shower and a seating area. It also has a private outdoor braai and a beautiful outside boma bath.
R865R865R692Bush Cottage
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Bush is a 1 bedroom cottage with a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival. The cottage has its own fully-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with a shower and a rustic outside boma bath. It also has a private outdoor braai.
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Bush is a 1 bedroom cottage with a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival. The cottage has its own fully-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with a shower and a rustic outside boma bath. It also has a private outdoor braai.
R865R865R692Family Room 2
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Family Room 2 is suited to accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids. It comprises a queen bed and a bunk bed with an en-suite bathroom with a toilet and a shower. It benefits from it's own entrance onto a small patio with views towards the sea. Guests have access to a fully-equipped communal kitchen and lounge area in the main house.
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Family Room 2 is suited to accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids. It comprises a queen bed and a bunk bed with an en-suite bathroom with a toilet and a shower. It benefits from it's own entrance onto a small patio with views towards the sea. Guests have access to a fully-equipped communal kitchen and lounge area in the main house.
R870R870R696Hide-Away Cottage
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Hide-Away Cottage is suited to accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids. This unit has 2 rooms; one kitchen/lounge/diner with a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival - and one with a bunk bed. The cottage has its own fully-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with a shower and a rustic outside boma bath. It also has a private deck with outdoor braai.
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Hide-Away Cottage is suited to accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids. This unit has 2 rooms; one kitchen/lounge/diner with a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival - and one with a bunk bed. The cottage has its own fully-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with a shower and a rustic outside boma bath. It also has a private deck with outdoor braai.
Mambele Cottage
R1 540R1 540R1 232More room/unit pictures
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This cottage has 2 bedrooms. The first has a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival - and an en-suite bathroom with shower and outside boma bath. The second bedroom has a bunk bed, a single bed, and an en-suite with a shower. A fully-equipped kitchen with a gas stove and hob, a lounge, plenty of deck space and an outside braai area make this the perfect family cottage.
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This cottage has 2 bedrooms. The first has a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival - and an en-suite bathroom with shower and outside boma bath. The second bedroom has a bunk bed, a single bed, and an en-suite with a shower. A fully-equipped kitchen with a gas stove and hob, a lounge, plenty of deck space and an outside braai area make this the perfect family cottage.
R1 540R1 540R1 232Hornbill Cottage
R1 870R1 870R1 496More room/unit pictures
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Hornbill is a rustic cottage with 2 separate rooms. Room 1 has a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival, and an en-suite bathroom. Room 2 has two bunk beds, a single bed and a bathroom equipped with a shower and a toilet and bath. The cottage has a large kitchenette, an open plan lounge and a large outdoor braai.
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Hornbill is a rustic cottage with 2 separate rooms. Room 1 has a king bed that can be split into two single beds if required - just ask at least 24 hours before arrival, and an en-suite bathroom. Room 2 has two bunk beds, a single bed and a bathroom equipped with a shower and a toilet and bath. The cottage has a large kitchenette, an open plan lounge and a large outdoor braai.
R1 870R1 870R1 496The Potters House
R2 420R2 420R1 936More room/unit pictures
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This brick-built unit has two separate rooms. The first has a double bed and two bunk beds with an en-suite shower room. The second room has a double bed, 2 single beds and a bunk bed with an en-suite shower room. The unit has a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and gas stove, a lounge, dining area and a large outdoor braai.
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This brick-built unit has two separate rooms. The first has a double bed and two bunk beds with an en-suite shower room. The second room has a double bed, 2 single beds and a bunk bed with an en-suite shower room. The unit has a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and gas stove, a lounge, dining area and a large outdoor braai.
R2 420R2 420R1 936Situated high on the banks of the Bushman's River, Woodlands is a birder's paradise with a wide variety of species spotted daily including the lovely Loerie. Located just outside Kenton-on-Sea, midway between Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) and East London and just down the road from Makhanda (Grahamstown) on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
Woodlands Cottages & Camping offers rustic, affordable family and pet-friendly self-catering accommodation in 8 free-standing cottages and 3 guest house rooms in the main house. A variety of layouts allow us to cater for individuals sharing rooms, couples, small families, and multiple cottages for those who need space for a large group. We can accommodate up 46 people. The cottages are tucked away in a lush indigenous garden with access to their own unique and secluded boma bath, making us ideal for the perfect romantic getaway.
The bush camping area has a toilet, shower and washing up facilities for up to 5 pitches.
Guests can enjoy a delicious meal or a drink at the Goat Shed bush bistro & bar which is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Additional facilities on-site include a swimming pool, games room (with pool table and table tennis) and a large lounge area with TV. Enjoy the stress-free environment by relaxing next to the pool, wandering down the path to the river, or at the on-site bar. Spectacular unspoilt beaches, estuaries and rivers are right on the doorstep ready to explore.
We want people to enjoy the outdoors, the beach and our beautiful rivers. From Woodlands and nearby you have the option to experience kayaks, paddles boats, river cruises, bush walks and horse riding. We also get good rates from the nearby game reserve called Sibuya for day trips to see the Big 5 and we are 70 km from Addo Elephant Park.
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