Aardvark Bioreserve

Comfort and amenities

Location of units Lack of guiding and backup for solo riders

Une parenthèse incroyable, une chambre magnifique et confortable, une vue et une solitude qui tenaient leurs promesses, de bons produits disponibles pour faire la cuisine (et excellente pie), des hôtes attentionnés et qui aiment partager.

Les toilettes ouverts dans la chambre. Deux cloisons et c’est corrigé, mais ça serait une bonne idée.

It is a beautiful little piece of paradise - very private, spacious, well-appointed areas with phenomenal views.

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Quiet, nice walking paths

Very well equipped. Clean. Amazing staff

This was one of the most memorable stays of our entire South Africa trip. We spent two nights here and truly wished we could have stayed longer. The setting is absolutely beautiful and offers a unique opportunity to disconnect from the outside world and immerse yourself in nature. The property is thoughtfully equipped with everything needed for a comfortable and peaceful stay. There are also several hiking and mountain biking trails for guests who want to explore the surrounding landscape. What made this experience truly exceptional was the hospitality. Both the owners and our host, Annatjie, were incredibly warm, welcoming, and generous. She went above and beyond to help us during our stay, and her kindness played a big part in making this such a special experience. We are very grateful to her. One small piece of advice for future guests: make sure to review the property information before arrival and bring any additional cooking essentials you may need. The property provides fresh meat and vegetables from the farm, which is a wonderful touch, but it is helpful to know in advance what is available and what you may wish to bring with you. This was a truly special experience, and without a doubt we would return if we visit South Africa again. A perfect 10/10 stay.

An incredible property and beautiful cottage with amazing attention to detail and comfort. Annatjie made us feel at home, and we loved the food ordering options including meat, lamb, home grown vegetables and the amazing melktart. The evening game drive was a highlight, and seeing the work that Nico and Koemie have done in rejuvenating the Bioreserve to its pristine condition. The hiking trails were fun and well marked out. And then the Art Gallery… Just so much to do, very relaxing and we will be back!

Perfect

What a gem of a place. Everything just thoughtful and well executed. Nico and Koemie have created a fantastic escape and were warm and welcoming. Annatjie and Alwyn in charge of the day-to-day service and hospitality were fantastic. Springbok cottage was kitted out with everything you could need, and the small attention to detail touches are rare to find these days. From the bath mat for wet feet placed by the hot tub, to fresh herbs on arrival, to firewood for days, to the appliances in the kitchen, every detail just felt considered and on point. The entire reserve is well maintained and neat, and this carries through to the cottages. Well done to all, we hope to be back soon.

1000 out of 10! It was a memorable, perfect and comfortable experience we had here. The house is very luxurious and has everything for a comfortable stay. We stayed here with our two small kids and they had the best time ever. Koemie and Annatjie go above and beyond. And top of everything we had a perfect game drive with Alway. This is definitely not the last time that we are here. So much more to see and do for the two days we were here.

Everything was perfect

What a gem! The tiny house has everything you could wish for (including an Airfryer?!) and more. The location is beautiful, quiet and has a special vibe. When we arrived we already had the meat we ordered in the fridge and fresh spices and self made cookies waiting for us in the kitchen. We did two nice hikes on the reserve and took some vegetables from the greenhouse which was 300 m from our house. Would have loved to stay longer - all the best to the wonderful and caring couple running this place!

The location of the house and the views Also well furnished

There isn’t much to fault

It was quiet and peaceful. Loved the hiking trails and hot tub.

We enjoyed the walks and seeing the animals. Our hosts were delightful and very kind. The food we ordered from the farm was excellent!

We expected the cottage to be more remote on the farm. The view from the cottage included other buildings, electricity poles etc The only cottage that was right in the hills only accommodated two people.

location and quality of the accomodation and attention to small details.

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Exceptional stay - highly recommended! We absolutely loved our time at Aardvark Bioreserve, the cottage was fantastic, spacious, stylish and extremely well equipped. We especially enjoyed the braai and stargazing in the private hot pot. The farm products we ordered were outstanding, especially the game meat. Very friendly and welcoming hosts, we enjoyed the game drive in particular! Oh, and not to forget the Zebras and Eland roaming around our cottage...

The cottage was beautiful with beautiful views of the hills, mountains and roaming zebras, Eiland and springbok. The amenities were 5 stars - the hosts had thought of everything. Nicholas and Roumie were amazing hosts. We had the opportunity to visit their vegetable nursery, art gallery, a bush drive and to learn about the bioreserve. The passion of the hosts was evident everywhere we looked.

there was nothing to dislike.

Extraordinary location, excellently presented property and very friendly people. All amounts to a wonderful stay. The particular unit we stayed in was magical. With all the travel we do, I’d struggle to think of a more unique place to stay. The property was very well equipped for self catering and plenty of produce was available for pre-arrangement.

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Sundowner arranged in the veld was superb and a treat

Stay was superb, loved the mountain bike tracks

Wer die Einsamkeit und die Ruhe liebt ist hier genau richtig aufgehoben.

Der Hot Tube müsste etwas weiter vom Haus positioniert werden. Der Rauch zieht aufgrund der Nähe zu sehr ins Lodge. Ist aber kein Mangel sondern ein Rat an den Vermieter.

Tolle Ausstattung mit Hot Tub, Grill, Klimaanlage, Kaffeemaschine, sehr schöne Inneneinrichtung. Selbst gebackenes Brot und Weisswein als Willkommensgeschenk

Alles super, wir würden es sehr weiterempfehlen

Everything was great. Very high standard

We liked everything

Sehr freundliches Personal, fantastische Gegend, Wanderrouten und Routen zum Mountainbiken. Wir haben eine tolle Sundowner Tour und Tagestour in dem Reservat mitgemacht!

Nur zur Selbstverpflegung

We stayed in the Zebra cottage and oh my god, it’s such a lively place. Quiet, peaceful, and so enjoyable to watch the Zebras from the patio. What a privilege to be there

The Berghuisie is an amazing location and so clean and well equipped. We also enjoyed Alwyn’s game drive and sundown farm tour.

What’s not to like?

Everything!

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An unbelievable experience made extra special by exceptional staff. Accommodation was first class and houses are equipped with state of the art appliances. We will be back.

Super exclusive, well finished units, walking trails amazing, tranquil! Our host was incredible from pre-arriving to departing - went out of her way to make our stay as pleasant and memorable as possible.

Might be pricey, working farm which the pre-warm in advance BUT otherwise absolutely nothing negative to mention !

Great remote location and facilities Great mountain biking and gravel bike routes Great hosts !

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Unbelievable Location. No Short Cuts On The Accommodation. Absolute Privacy. A Perfect Couple Retreat 🫶❣️

Incredibly Hard To Find Anything Wrong.

Cycling and hiking is gorgeous! The house is wonderfully equipped with everything you need! The hosts go the extra mile to make your stay comfortable. The hot tub is a blast!

Everything was wonderful. Thank you Aardvark hosts!

Staff were very helpful, the location is beautifully quiet and the accommodation is outstanding. We loved the braai area and the hot tub/star gazing area. Zebras and antelope walking round were a highlight. A place to really switch off from it all

Nothing. However the accommodation is very spread out so if you’re going as a group or want a particular view (on photos) it would be worth mentioning it to the owners. Also it’s worth being organised and taking your food (or order from the owners) it’s a long drive to the nearest shop.

Everything, the unit was clean comfortable quite and peaceful. Our visitors ( Zebras and springboks )who always come in the morning and evening was one of our joyful moments. We also enjoyed the hot tub. The warm welcoming from the host, she went out of her way to make sure our stay was the best. Thank you so much for your hospitality.........

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Very clean, house had everything, large undercover veranda.

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Quiet, well kitted out accommodation Communication was very good, very helpful

Only very small issue, the chairs in the living area were not all that comfortable, not very easy to relax

Amazing location, fantastic accommodation and everyone was so helpful. Lovely farm produce, great game drive and stars were out of this world

Luxurious well equipped accomodation in a stunning remote location surrounded by wilderness

Would have liked a table to sit at ie table and chairs of traditional relative heights.

Just loved the place. It was everything I wanted and more for a peaceful, enjoyable weekend away.

Nothing wanting at all.

Great service, perfectly equipped house, very clean.

Our stay at Aardvark Bioreserve’s Zebra Cottage was truly exceptional. The cottage is beautifully decorated and comfortable, equipped with luxury kitchen appliances, high-quality bed linen, and pure white towels and robes. The pool with a view was a big bonus. The fully equipped kitchen, complete with spices and an ice maker, made meal preparation a delight. We particularly enjoyed the fresh organic produce and free-range eggs provided by the farm. The outdoor fire-heated hot tub was very nice. The cottage is offering stunning unforgettable views of the Milky Way at night. And of course wildlife during the day, with zebras literally metres from your doorstep. We had a wonderful game drive over the impressive huge land, with stunning views. The peace and tranquility of the location, combined with the opportunity to observe zebras and elands from the comfort of the veranda, made our stay unforgettable. The exceptional attention of Annatjie and her staff, along with the contact upfront, made a difference. The hosts were incredibly hospitable, attending to our every need and even surprising us with freshly baked pie, olives, butter, chicken and homemade jam. Their passion for the farm and the Karoo is evident, and they made us feel truly welcome. Annatjie took us to their biological garden to pick their own vegetables, a nice educational experience! In every aspect, a 5/5 experience. We highly recommend Aardvark Bioreserve’s Zebra Cottage to anyone seeking a luxurious and peaceful retreat in the Klein Karoo. We look forward to returning.

That we had to leave.

The cottage was selfcatering but you can purchase your veggies , meat, eggs etc from Annatjie!

NOTHING....OH YES JUST A COLINDER FOR PASTA IN THE KITCHEN.....

Incredible, big, and spacious house and lovely hosts and owners! Loved the luxurious decor and the little hot tub outside. House has everything you can think of, and they have fresh produce on site to order. Wildlife all around. Great space for riding our bikes or going for walks! Completely private and stargazing was amazing!

That we had to leave eventually!

It was exceptionally comfortable, it catered for everything and watching the zebra, springbok and Eland was fantastic. You really just need clothes and food, and a bicycle

Would have been lovely to have a map with trails on it to orientate ourselves.

Amazing views, luxurious accommodation and friendly, helpful hosts. Total seclusion. Not another person in sight - just great views of nature.

Gas-heated shower is a bit tricky and would prefer the toilet separate from the remainder of the bathroom / cabin - but it is nitpicking and a personal preference. This cabin is amazing.

Unbelievable view, outstanding quality in the cottage with every detail thought of. Hot tub, outdoor plunge pool. We couldn’t fault it. Service and hospitality was excellent even when we had a flat tyre on leaving!

Essentially nothing. Only thing we mentioned would help is a pool net to fish out bugs from the hot tub and pool.

Everything was just amazing

The Aaarvark Bioreserve was a last-minute find for my fiance and me who were looking to escape the hectic world and relax. For me and my partner, the Klein Karoo is a special place to escape, and Aaarvark just made it even better. With a stunning private cottage, luxurious accommodations, a hot tub under the karoo sky, and outstanding service, everything is just perfect. You can use fresh produce from the large vegetable garden, and Aneli made us some delicious vet koek and fig jam. Don't forget to order your karoo meat directly from Aneli. Nothing like karoo lamb chops, ostrich wors on a braai in the karoo while watching the Curry Cup rugby. The staff were so friendly and professional, and nothing was too much trouble. It is a wonderful experience to take a walk on the many trails, especially when you see the beautiful animals that are privileged to live here. We cannot wait to visit again soon.

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The peace.

We loved everything about our stay. Peace and quiet , modern facilities with everything you need. Beautiful setting and nice MTB routes. Annetjie and Alwyn are wonderful hosts and went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. We will be back.

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