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Really enjoyed our stay. Loved the music at night, very social. Met some lovely people, local and foreign. It is also situated near to so many hikes, restaurants and activities. Thanks to Dee-Dee we went to the cave-most mind blowing experience and a must do...More
What a spectacular location! The beds are comfortable, the bedding is thick and warm (we were there on a really cold night), and the view across the nature reserve from our upstairs room was awesome! We awoke to a wild deer outside the window. The...More
Thank RichardWriter
Response from Didi T, Manager at Fairy Knowe Backpackers LodgeResponded 1 week ago
Hey tere Richard!
THank you for the kind words! The Views are spectacular from the main house (Built in 1874 - We adore our old lady:). THe little deer you saw is a baby bushbuck, we think he was abandoned during the fires we had...More
Fairy Knowe was a beautiful relaxing place to stay. The views were beautiful and the setting was very peaceful. Shoutout to the staff, especially Kat, for being so welcoming and amazing. I would definitely recommend.
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Thank tjones4214
Response from Didi T, Manager at Fairy Knowe Backpackers LodgeResponded 13 September 2017
Hey there!!
Thank you for your kind words! We are super happy that you loved our home as much as we do! Indeed, Kat our American volunteer is fantastic to have around :)
Hope to see you again very soon!
Fairy Knowe Family
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We ended up staying for a week here, its impossible to leave this amazing place. The staff treated us like family. Taking us out and showing us around Wilderness and surrounding areas.
The best backpackers we stayed in around South Africa for sure, would highly...More
Thank Lauren K
Response from Didi T, Manager at Fairy Knowe Backpackers LodgeResponded 22 August 2017
Hey Lauren!
Thank you so much for your feedback and kind words! We hope to see you soon!
Didi
We stayed in the rondavel which was spacious and had a separate bathroom, a little bit away from the bar noise. The staff were friendly and helpful. Cleanliness of the room and the communal kitchen could be improved.
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US$10 - US$39 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
Room types
Kitchenette
Number of rooms
12
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