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7.8 / 10 Guest Rating

The shack life

34 D F Malan Street, Rensburgdorp, za

The shack life - main view

About the Property

Tranquil Garden Setting
Escape to The shack life, nestled in Rensburgdorp, offering a serene garden and complimentary private parking.

Comfortable Rooms with Private Bathrooms
Experience cozy accommodations with private bathrooms and crisp bed linen at The shack life.

Convenient Location for Golf Enthusiasts
Perfect for golf lovers, with proximity to Engineers Golf Club, Kliprivier Country Club, Saps Mechanical School Golf Club, and Ebotse Golf and Country Estate. Book your stay at The shack life now for a relaxing getaway.

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
First aid kit available

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Managed by a private host

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.8
Very Good54 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the accommodating hosts and frequently praise the unique and quirky setup.

Categories

Cleanliness4.4
Service9.9
Location9.4
Room Quality6.4
Amenities7.4
Value for Money8.4
Food and Beverage6.4
Overall Experience9.9

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GoslinzaZA
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 23, 2025

"Good"

5.0
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KgothatsozaZA
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 21, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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TheresanzNZ
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 4, 2025

"Shacked up in Heidelberg"

10.0

A real shack experience, with the luxury of a gas shower and cooker , so during load shedding , you still have the luxury of hot running water and cooking facilities. Happy and helpful staff, and the most friendly dog :)

I wish I stayed longer

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MofokengzaZA
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 17, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0
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RobertbeBE
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 15, 2025

"Quirky "shack""

8.0

Spent 5 days here. Low key place with all you need. Unique setup, quirky but we'll appointed. Hosts, especially Cecilia, were very accommodating and took care of all my needs. Located slightly outside Heidelberg in a generally quiet area. Will make us of them again in future.

Railway track nearby, can be a bit noisy at times.

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KarindeDE
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 28, 2025

"Good"

2.0

If you like sheets which obviously have been slept in, dirty kitchen ware, a sliver of soap and squeezed out shampoo portions in the bathrooms plus used towels hanging on hooks, just dirt everywhere - then this is the place for you. I don't mind old furniture and appliances, but this was revolting and if I hadn't arrived shortly before dark then I would have tried to find another accomodation.

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PutterzaZA
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 3, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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PippazaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 30, 2025

"Very pleasant. Will go again."

8.0

Loved the shack. Quiet. Nothing fancy but exactly what you expect.

Not enough toilet paper.

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BrianpmPM
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 24, 2025

"Lost my booking money just like that, without any refund."

1.0

What a misleading advertisement online company to the apartment.The was was so filthy with cracked old tiles and broken fence. Close to the river bank and I suspect that,that could be a pythons den. The place, literally looked like a scrap yard in which I ended up making another hotel emergency booking and lost my money just like that.

Nothing at all. I think that place should be closed down to avoid human risk hazards, however, I think that place is simple for scamming people out of their money. No normal human being would love to be accommodated in that place. I real sorry, no once or again anymore.

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SancheztzTZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 9, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

Nice simple place to stay for the night.

I had to contact the owner twice to get the hot water pump turned on and there was no heater on a very cold night.

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