Reviews of Rain Farm Game Lodge 3 stars

Every detail was perfect from food to accommodation and staff. The location, layout and views were amazing.

Cannot fault in anyway.

On arrival at the reception we were pleasantly surprised that our booking included dinner each evening as well as a game drive each day, which we weren't expecting. The breakfast and evening meal were excellent both in quantity, quality and variety. The views from the restaurant and patio area were fabulous. Every one of the entire staff were very friendly and informative and the game drive, although it didn't have any of the 'big 5' was great as there was an abundance of animals to be seen. The lodge we stayed in for the four days was part built over a dam and what can only be described as 'rustic charm, with it's own private barbeque area on an attached small island. There was plenty of rooms and showers/toilets etc to cater for a family of four. One air conditioning unit was provided to cater for all of the bedroom areas, each of the beds was also provided with a mosquito net, which was very useful. The lodge was well away from other lodges so was very private, the only visitors were wild animals during the day and an abundance of native birds.

On opening the front door of the lodge we were immediately hit by the strong smell of 'creosote' or other wood treatment, which took a while to get used to. Unfortunately the strong fumes of the treatment stayed there for the entire visit. When we moved on from this location to another part of South Africa, on opening our suitcases, we were immediately aware that our clothing had become tainted by the wood treatment smell! The entire lodge is constructed of very dark wood, which meant even with the available lights on, during the day or night, the kitchen and bar area were very dark. So much so that a separate torch had to be used on most occasions especially if anything was dropped on the floor. The safe that was in one of the rooms did not operate at all. On checking out the internal battery compartment, the batteries were found to be corroded. This was reported to the reception, but unfortunately nothing was done about it!

Staff wonderful and responsive Main meals great Starters need a revamp as not overly great but edible. Game drive was enjoyable Zebra etc roaming at reception was lovely

Spa never worked as no power to it until evening before we left. We stayed 2 nights. By comparison, Falcon is not a luxury room by international standards. More like a standard room. Overpriced by comparison.

We were treated like royalty and were given so many extras which were unexpected.

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The remoteness and the wildlife was amazing. Just waking up to nature was awesome with wild animals roaming about. The food was incredible too. Loved everything about this place.

Nothing!

The food is amazing and love the scenery

Everything was perfect

We wanted our room to be on the dam not far from as we like to fish and be close to water

Everything

Location was incredible! Breakfast was delicious ! And the complimentary game drive was the cherry on top

Was shocked by how loud the frogs got at night ! Earplugs would be awesome as most people don’t travel with them

The location and buildings

Nothing at all

Absolutely breathtaking scenery 😍 Unforgettable service excellence

The bed needs to be a little.more comfortable

Location was absolutely beautiful Game drive was very nice Breakfast was delicious The furniture is beautiful and clean

We stayed in Waterbuck. THE woodhouse is in Serious need of maintanance All the deck rails is rotten and is falling apart Dangerous!!!!The entire building is sagging down in the water The plank floor is lose and my husband lift it up to show me not to walk on it!! THIS building is not save to stay in!!!You can literally push your finger through the walls!

Situation. Close to Ballito

Excellent breakfast Beautiful setting of the Waterbuck chalet Very good Wifi reception and DSTV coverage

Waterbuck island needed cleaning up

The staff were really friendly and helpful.

For a game farm, not too much game.

We expected at least a candle or rechargeable lights during load shedding .