Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve

Very rustic and basic but so relaxing

the bed was super comfortable and beddings were great

The drive up was horrible and my mustang was not happy with the road quality

The property is situated in the middle of nowhere on a farm. Not a nature reserve as described. It looked more like a scrapyard upon arrival. The shack (Shalet) looked like it was built by the owner himself or his apprentice. The hot tub was not clean, algae on the sides and rust floating on the water. Fly crap on all the light fittings, but the whole place over all wasn't really clean. No comfy seats in the entertainment area/kitchen. The photo's on the website does not look the same as the actual property. No privacy in the toilet or shower as there aren't any curtains and you can look out onto the road. Power cables running above ground that connects to the shalets. How they got 8 out of 10 I don't know!

Of course the hottub. The surrounding trees and forest the best. Secluded natural surroundings amazing. Safe and secure living. Raw nature at its best. Loved every minute.

Water pressure could be a wee bit higher. Otherwise nothing negative.

Location was absolutely phenomenal. Ewald the host was always available and helpful. The cat Sebastian added to the charm of the accommodation. Great braai facilities, and the heated jacuzzi was great.