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Joel's Off-the-grid Cottage

72 reviews
Self Catering

Reviews

4.8/ 5

Based on 72 reviews

Excellent
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
4.8
Value for money
4.9
Service
4.9
Safety
4.9
Lienta R
Short stay ⋅ With friends
5.0
Oct 2025

The most peaceful caroon nights in bright stars. It was heaven on earth. Peace and food for your soul.

Die vreedsaamste karoonagte in helder sterre. Dit was hemel op aarde. Vrede en kos vir jou siel.

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Jeannette V
Short stay ⋅ With partner
5.0
Sep 2025

Fantastic! You miss out if you don't experience this stay. This is our second time visiting and we just want to go back. It is such an amazing experience, the beautiful stay in the mountains.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Joel
Joel's Off-the-grid Cottage
Thank you for staying with me once again, Jeannette and Fanie - you are both welcome back anytime. Take special care and congratulations on your marriage!
Erina W
Short stay ⋅ Family with teenagers
5.0
Jul 2025

The Karoo is proudly South African! An absolute gem. Joel is a true "mensch". He has an absolute passion for the environment and conservation. He looked after us so well, and is a treasure trove of information about the area - and what a beautiful area. We didn't want to return home.

Die Karoo is trots Suid-Afrikaans! 'n Absolute juweel. Joel is 'n ware "mensch". Hy het 'n absolute passie vir die omgewing en bewaring. Hy het so mooi na ons gekyk, en is 'n skatkis van inligting oor die omgewing - en wat 'n pragtige omgewing. Ons wou nie terugkeer huis toe nie.

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Joel
Joel's Off-the-grid Cottage
Thank you, Erina, for the kind words - it was my pleasure to host you. You are welcome back anytime.
Yolandé S
Short stay ⋅ With partner
5.0
Jul 2025

Unforgettable experience. Amazing! Friendly host, breathtaking views. Thank you for sharing your piece of heaven with us.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Joel
Joel's Off-the-grid Cottage
Thank you for staying with me - it was my pleasure to host you.
Anonymous Guest
Short stay ⋅ With partner
5.0
May 2025

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Joel
Joel's Off-the-grid Cottage
Thank you Irna for staying with me - it was my pleasure to host you. Take special care always.
Suzettejordaan@gmail.com J
Short stay ⋅ With partner
5.0
Apr 2025

The view of the mountains was unforgettable. It was food for my soul.

Uitsig op berge was onvergeetlik. Dit was kos vir my siel.

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Johannes W
Short stay ⋅ With friends
5.0
Mar 2025

An exceptional experience. The time in Joel's cottage was one of the most enjoyable getaways I've ever had. The mountains envelop you. The mountain water is delicious. The swimming pool is excellent. Joel's ingenuity is evident everywhere. We will definitely go there again. And then the bonus: an enormous thunderstorm early in the morning that kept us glued to the view of the gorges and cliffs illuminated.

‘n Uitsonderlike belewenis. Die tyd in Joel se kothuis was een van die heel lekkerste wegkomkanse wat ek nog ooit gehad het. Die berge omvou 'n mens. Die bergwater is heerlik. Die swempoel voortreflik. Joel se vindingrykheid is oral te sien. Ons gaan beslis weer daarheen. En dan die bonus: ‘n enorme donderstorm vroegoggend wat ons vasgenael gehou het om te sien hoe die klowe en kranse verlig word.

This review has been automatically translated using Google.
Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Joel
Joel's Off-the-grid Cottage
Thank you, Johannes, for the kind words - it was my pleasure to host you guys - thanks for staying with me.
Francois S
Short stay ⋅ With partner
5.0
Feb 2025

Great host recommended for anyone loving outdoor activities and for nature lovers. Had an awesome time!

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Dagmar D
Short stay ⋅ With friends
5.0
Jan 2025

Fantastic, peaceful place with great hospitality. We had the most amazing stay! A gem for nature-lovers, providing everything you need. We loved the pool and the tranquility of the beautiful environment that Joel created. We highly recommend it and will definitely come back.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Joel
Joel's Off-the-grid Cottage
Hey Dagi - Thank you for staying with me once again - always my pleasure to have you here - see you again soon.
Jacky T
Short stay ⋅ With partner
5.0
Jan 2025

A few days of magic! Magical. A slice of heaven on a hill. Joel is the perfect host and his little off the grid cabin is everything and more. Gorgeous braai area overlooking the Swartberg, magnificent mountain water pool and glorious outdoor bathroom. Be sure to hike up the mountain to appreciate where you are, enjoy the swing while game spotting, fill your glass with the amazing tap water and climb the small hill to watch the sunset. Superb!

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Joel
Joel's Off-the-grid Cottage
Great guests! Thanks for staying with me and for the kind words. Hope to see you again.

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  • Capacity: 4 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 13:00 to 17:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 18 Buffelsvalley Farm, Oudtshoorn, 6650, Western Cape
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