If you want to reset, hear yourself think and have no distraction, no noise and beautiful scenery and very comfortable accommodation then this is the place. The quietness will make you feel like something is wrong but very right.
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Assagay, South AfricaStunning location!
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Reviewed 28 Oct 2023
We stayed in Duck Bay cottage for 3 nights. What a stunning place! The cottage is beautiful and the beds and bed linen are superb! Love the huge glass windows. The nice touches which give this place a point above the rest is that we were met personally on arrival by Emma who gave us lots of useful info. We also had a complimentary hot loaf of homemade special bread with a tub of smoked trout pate, yummy! Such a divine surprise, thank you!
The fishing was very good! Caught loads of fish, unfortunately no monsters but still😅 The quality of the fish were perfect.
The bird life is awesome. Also a great place for walks! The daily service was also excellent thank you!
If we had to make one suggestion, it would only be to put up large hooks to hold the fishing rods and to hang waders, booties etc.
Overall, a fantastic place, well worth a visit.
Date of stay: October 2023The fishing was very good! Caught loads of fish, unfortunately no monsters but still😅 The quality of the fish were perfect.
The bird life is awesome. Also a great place for walks! The daily service was also excellent thank you!
If we had to make one suggestion, it would only be to put up large hooks to hold the fishing rods and to hang waders, booties etc.
Overall, a fantastic place, well worth a visit.
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Natasha Avni, Marketing at Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve, responded to this review
Responded 06 Nov 2023
Hi John,
Thank you so much for you kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us! Hopefully see you back again soon!
Thank you so much for you kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us! Hopefully see you back again soon!
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Wesley G
Durban, South Africa
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Date of stay: July 2023
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paigedrogemoller
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A beautiful getaway in the Drakensberg mountains. Very serene, gorgeous spot. We loved our homemade bread delivered on the second day! We hope to come back one day (and catch some bigger fish). Thank you for having us.
Date of stay: June 2023
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Natasha Avni, Marketing at Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve, responded to this reviewResponded 29 June 2023
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay! Hopefully see you back again soon!
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dennislabuschagne
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By far the best place to enjoy peace, tranquility and scenery. Very close to restaurants, Sani Pass and shops for essentials. The unit is stocked with firewood for heating and the jacuzzi bath is a lovely surprise
Date of stay: May 2023
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Natasha Avni, Marketing at Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve, responded to this reviewResponded 22 May 2023
Hi Dennis,
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay with us! Hopefully see you back again soon. Thank you for your kind words.
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479tracyi
Shongweni, South Africa
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Stunning setting surrounded by the beautiful southern Drakensberg with a dam on your doorstep. We stayed in Otter Cove unit which is a gorgeous unit with everything you need. Tash is most helpful with directions for walks and hikes and we look forward to visiting again.
Room tip: The last stretch of the road to get to Giants Cup cottages is quite rough and high rise vehicles are recommended.
Date of stay: February 2023
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amymartin514
Durban, South Africa
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Giants cup wilderness reserve is one of the most beautiful and stunning places we’ve ever had the joy of staying at. The views are simply breathtaking and the walks around the reserve and leading out onto the Giants Cup trail were food for the soul.
The birding is out of this world, whether you choose to bird from the the garden porch or down at the lake or any of the trails.
We were lucky enough to stay at both duck bay and otter cove cottages, both super pretty, modern, stylish and comfortable and spotlessly clean.
Natasha is a wonderful host, extremely knowledgeable, super friendly and very accommodating to our needs and our two very busy toddlers!
You have to see this place to experience the magic, it is very special!
Room tip: All three cottages have beautiful views of the lake and underberg range
Date of stay: December 2022
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Natasha Avni, Marketing at Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve, responded to this reviewResponded 19 December 2022
Thank you Amy for such kind words. We absolutely loved having you stay here and hope to see you back again soon!
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