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Reviews of River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free

201 Breede River Lodge Joseph Barry Drive, 6666 Witsand, South Africa

#5 of 26 hotels in Witsand

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Review Score

Based on 40 apartment reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: August 25, 2025

    10
    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and felt the time passed us by too quickly and our stay was too short
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The en-suite in the main bedroom only had a bath with no shower. Considering we are still in the heart of winter with cold nights, we expected the beds to have electric blankets but unfortunately it did not.

    Everything - the location, the fully equipped and neat accommodation, the inside-outside flow, the little manicured front garden, the positioning of the braai area with concrete table and benches and the rear verandah with comfortable seating for 4 people

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2025

    8.0
    Bed was very comfortable and restaurant at Lodge excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Steep staircase to the room in the roof

    Not applicable

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2025

    8.0
    Cozy, comfy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Beautifuly decorated, greal hooks placed on walls and behund doors for hanging hats, jackate, towels etc a thing many places just lack ! Like the fireplace inside and lovely little dishwasher.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2025

    10
    Superb apartment in a beautiful setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The information regarding our boat was not as accurate as I would have liked - it seems possible after all to rent a mooring at the lodge for the few days we were there. I would contact the lodge directly in this regard in future.

    The location is beautiful with a river view from the little stoep. The mini dishwasher is a bonus. The fireplace (kaggel) inside is my personal favorite. The entire unit is well equipped and stylish. Small, but not cramped.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2025

    8.0
    very comfortable spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not so private - lots of people walking past the unit and vehicles driving by, It wasn't a problem though. I suggest you also provide 2L (or more) of drinking water as the tap water isn't drinkable. We arrived late so couldn't buy water. I got desperate, so had to drink some tap water and got terrible diarrhoea from it. Not pleasant.

    Great location on the river. Very comfortable, with everything we needed. I loved that a litre of milk was provided - thank you!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stairs very steep especially for older people

    There's was a great host. So pleasant and helpful. Fishing was good

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: March 30, 2025

    10
    Cosy and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was perfect, cosy and comfortable. It was a nice place to stay.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2025

    9.0
    We love the house, kitchen has everything you need. Weather and location was excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The stairs are very steep so be carefull !!

    The location is very convenient close to harbour for boating, close to storage area for your boat and restaurant area.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Weather

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    10
    Perfect little holiday cottage by the river
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Steep stairs to second bedroom (might be challenging for small children and elderly parents). The driving from Cape Town might be long for the weekend, but great for a 3-night stay.

    The cottage is spacious, safe and has secure parking. Beds and linen are very comfortable, the shower is good, cable TV and internet work fine. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms with enough space for a family of four, with an additional day bed in the downstairs room. Beautiful partial view of the river and all one needs in the kitchen for braai and light cooking. Restaurant and pub within the property with breakfast, lunch and dinner options and a river and sunset view from the deck.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2023

    10
    We had a wonderful time in River View Cottage and Witsand, and would highly recommend the cottage.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    In all honesty it exceeded our expectations and we can not think of anything we would change, or that should be improved.

    It was a beautiful self catering two bedroom cottage, within a secure complex, that had everything, The parking was secure, the view spectacular and the accommodation itself exceeded our expectations. There is a swimming pool, and a restaurant that we unfortunately did not have time to visit. We would definitely recommend the cottage and area to anyone thinking of visiting Witsand.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 24, 2023

    10
    Lovely furnished lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    N/A

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2023

    8.0
    We had a great time, very relaxing and quiet weekend, just what we needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Not negative, but perhaps consider to supply 5L drinking water for the 1st night? Only a suggestion.

    Friendly service, the unit was clean, beds comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2023

    10
    Coming back Love it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Now that we battle with Loadshedding maybe a gas bottle with a plate and kettle for coffee and to cook on.

    The view from bedroom, Everything that u need is in the chalet

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The unit is located next to the road and main entrance of the complex and the pedestrian gate. It was noisy, especially early in the morning and we had to keep the curtains closed all the time for privacy.

    The unit inside was spacious and comfortable with lovely furniture and decor. Modern kitchen with everything you need for a few days. The location of the complex is great if you want easy access to the river and fishing.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2023

    10
    Homey , beautifully decorated and serene
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the hosts thought of everything. From extra cutlery to mosquito spray and 1st aid kits . We enjoyed our stay so much and the place was so clean and homey. The staff were so friendly and they even cleaned our bbq facilities. we were amazed and will definitely visit again.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2022

    9.0
    Just what we wanted..
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We absolutely loved our stay.

    It was beautifully and tastefully decorated…the bed was super comfortable with lovely linen, soft towels and everything you need in the kitchen. Comfy sofa, just the right sofas/chairs on the stoep. Lovely view of the river and the breeze ..

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 1, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location. Restaurant at the venue. Great facilities

    Great location.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2025

    7.0
    We had a good experience over all but the hotel has Maintance going on from early in the
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The restaurant at the resort not so good

    Thank goodness for the fireplace

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2022

    5.0
    Fair
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Being woken up early by staff, fishermen evey morning.

    Location

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 13, 2022

    7.0
    Fun Humid cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The awkward stairs and endless amounts of spiders. load shedding was a massive issue as it was quite hot and could not use the fan. The fire alarm went off once every night, which may have been due to the load shedding.

    The view from the stoop was nice. close to the restaurant and pool

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2025

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