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Reviews of Brenton On Rocks Luxury Guest House

4 out of 5
Brenton On Rocks Luxury Guest House
276 Steenbras Street, Brenton-On-Sea, Knysna, Western Cape

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Conan Olivier on 21 May 2024
Hi Lindsay, thank you for the positive review - we hope to see you back here soon!

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here on our trip through the garden route. The property was well maintained, had amazing views, and had a friendly staff. Upon arrival the owner greeted us and gave us the rundown of property and local eats. My only regret was not staying in this location longer. You won’t be disappointed with this property or location. Thanks for the hospitality and I hope to be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Conan Olivier on 15 Apr 2024
Hi Paul, thanks so much for the positive review - we hope to welcome you back sometime!

6/10 Okay

Gregory William

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice beachfront property. Clifftop view of the sea. Friendly and highly responsive host. Had a pleasant stay. Unfortunately there was a persistently strong smell of woodsmoke in the downstairs lounge. Also had to close all windows most evenings to stop smoke from nearby braais stinking out the property until about 9pm. Missing a few home comforts such as salt and pepper, laundry and dishwasher pods.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Nico Gordon on 3 Feb 2024
Hi Gegory,Thanks for the review.First of all, this is a total self-catering unit.So, amenities like dishwashing powder, salt and pepper etx.is not supposed to be supplied.The smell of smoke was there for one night after which I sorted the problem. You are insinuating that it was every night. That is not true.Nico

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from nico on 27 Jan 2023
Thanks John,We appreciate you reviewHope to see you back soonNico

4/10 Poor

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Access to property poor. Secure parking not suitable for large vehicles.Definitely not suitable for eldery people. Coffe, tea, creamer, sugar in room, insufficiently supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. Room was lovely ,very comfortable and an amazing view. Staff very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Mariska on 13 Feb 2020
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay at our property. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful, stunning views, wonderful room.
Stunning views, beautiful room, very comfortable bed, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Mariska on 15 Jan 2020
Dear Sean, Thank for for your feedback. It was an absolute pleasure to host you. All the best for 2020!

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant. Great hosting. Stunning views. All round great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Response from Mariska on 9 Jan 2020
Thank you for your feedback. We hope to welcome you back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from Nico Gordon on 24 Dec 2019
Morning Graig, Thanks for your positive feedback Hope to welcome you back Enjoy your festive season Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Devarsh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to spend a week
So so so good. Absolutely loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Response from Mariska on 5 Jun 2019
Dear Devarsh, Thank you very much for your feedback. We are so happy to know you and your family enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back again.

10/10 Excellent

Both

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
grandios
Very friendly, above the sea, great view, great rooms, nice breakfast, great place to be
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Mariska on 9 Feb 2019
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are happy to know you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back again.

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Off the beaten track but definitely worthwhile
Beautiful guest house, stunning views, friendly owner and staff, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Nico on 6 Feb 2019
Thank you for your positive review We hope to welcome you back in future Brenton on Rocks Team

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The ONLY place to stay in Knysna!
This place is beyond belief! The views of the ocean are magnificent and the place is spotless - so clean! The accomodations are beautifully decorated. If you are looking for a place to relax, this is it! Nico, the owner, is amazing. He goes "over the top" to make sure you have a fabulous time and is extremely helpful in sharing sights to see in the area. We stayed at Brenton on the Rocks for three days and didn't want to leave! We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Nico Gordon on 6 Feb 2019
Thank you for your positive review We hope to welcome you back in future Brenton on Rocks Tea

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top class
Awesome. Everything was just perfect. View. Accommodation. Service. Breakfast. All superb.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Mariska on 1 Jan 2019
Thank you for your feedback Byron. Hope to welcome you and your family back again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Mariska on 17 Nov 2018
Thank you for your feedback. We hope to welcome you back.

8/10 Good

Marius, Perth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay
Very comfortable, quiet and beautiful views. The girls loved playing with Bobby the dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Mariska on 3 Sept 2018
Dear Marius, Many thanks for your feedback. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view of the coast and very friendly staff. Weather was rather chilly while we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Mariska on 29 Aug 2018
Dear Ryan, Many thanks for your feedback. Please do come visit us again.

10/10 Excellent

Gilboa

Magnificent view and incredible villa
This place is amazing. The location - right on a cliff with a narrow path that leads to secluded beach, ocean waves seen and heard from your room. The house,is very well maintained and it is huge. There is a reception in day time, and they are very friendly and helpful. The breakfast is simple and good. The area is calm, safe, and marvellous. We look forward to come here again, for at least a week
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Mariska on 26 Aug 2018
Dear Gilboa, Thank your for your feedback. We hope to welcome you and your family again.

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mich Angie
Staff friendly and obliging, extremely comfortable, excellent view and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from Mariska on 12 Jul 2018
Many Thanks for the feedback given. Brenton on the Rocks Team

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Anne, Guelph, ON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel on the beach
Hotel with an ocean view. One can walk right on to the beach from the hotel. Clean, comfortable rooms. Friendly, helpful staff. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Mariska on 3 Apr 2018
Thank you very much for the feedback given. We hope to welcome you back again.

10/10 Excellent

Gordon, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in a quiet setting
The hotel is located near a major tourist area, but in a more secluded area. We enjoyed the quiet atmosphere, close to the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Response from Mariska on 15 Feb 2018
Thank you very much for your feedback!

10/10 Excellent

Mrs, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great guesthouse near a lovely quiet beach
Great guesthouse, had everything you’d need and very comfortable. Location brilliant, close to a lovely sandy beach and some restaurants. Saw dolphins from balcony!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Response from Mariska on 14 Jan 2018
Thank you for your feedback! We strive in providing the best possible service!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Thank you for you review.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning
Great location and stunning place!

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A view with a room
The setting for Brenton-on-Rocks is spectacular and the area is peaceful. It's a wonderful get-away spot.

8/10 Good

Ubbo

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10
Location perfect 10 Rooms: 10
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Response from Jeanne Stander on 19 Mar 2020
Thank you for the good review... We at Brenton on The Rocks hope to see you again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Wouter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hospitality
A sample of excellent hospitality, nothing was too much to ask. The beds were very comfy and the view... well, see the pictures yourself:)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from Mariska on 18 Dec 2019
Wow,Wow,Wow... What a wonderful review to read! It was such a pleasure to host you and your family! ENJOY THE REST OF YOUR TRIP! We hope to see you again in the future...

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfassbare Aussicht. Näher am Ozean kann man nicht urlauben. Sehr netter Kontakt und freundlicher Service. Sehr saubere Luxus-Zimmer und gute Ausstattung. Sehr empfehlenswert. Wir kommen gerne wieder. Incredible view. You cannot be closer to the sea during your holiday. Very nice staff und friendly service. Very clean and luxury rooms with good infrastructure. Highly recommend, we will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from Mariska on 16 Dec 2019
Wow! What a wonderful review to read after such a long day. We are grateful and happy to know you enjoyed your stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Großartige Gastgeber in toller Lage mit Blick auf den Ozean - wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Mariska on 24 Nov 2019
Dear Rob, Thank you very much for your feedback. We are very happy to know you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back.

8/10 Good

IBRAHIM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
السكن كان في فيلا واسعة من دورين بها ثلاث غرف ودورتي مياة في الطابق العلوي وصالة معيشة ومطبخ وغرفة غسيل وغرفة شواء وملحق بغرفة نوم رابعة مع دورة مياة الاطلالة رائعة جدا يوجد كراج للسيارة متصل بالدور العلوي يعطي سهولة في نقل الحقائب يوفرون بطانيات ومفارش اضافية مع خدمة تنظيف يوميا مطبخ متكامل بكل الادوات يعاب على الفيلا السرير في الغرفة الرئيسية غير مريح الحمامات تحتاج لاعادة سباكة الفيلا تقع في منطقة معزولة اذا لم يكن معك سيارة خاصة فلا انصحك بالسكن فيها تبعد عن نيازنا ربع ساعة بالسيارة والطريق متعرج يوصل لاعلى الجبل باطلالة وائعة يوجد مطعم وكوفي شوب قريب ومدخل للشاطئ قريب وبقالة صغيرة
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Mariska on 7 Aug 2019
Dear Ibrahim, Thank you very much for your feedback. We are happy to know you enjoyed the villa and will look at the plumbing that you mentioned. Yes the drive from Knysna takes about 15 minutes to the city centre, that is unfortunately the price for the views that you have from Brenton on Sea. We hope to welcome you and your family back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Gerald, Hamburg

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft liegt in Brenton-on-Sea und nicht direkt in Knysna, was uns aber vorher bewusst war. Der Blick aus dem Zimmer auf das Meer ist Wahnsinn!!! Die Unterkunft ist in einem Top Zustand. Man erreicht den Strand in wenigen Minuten. Auch einige Restaurants sind zu Fuß zu erreichen . Sehr nette Eigentümer. Unsere Klnder haben Bobby, den Hund der Eigentümer geliebt
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Mariska on 15 Mar 2019
Dear Gerald, Many thanks for your feedback, we really appreciate it. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Please come visit us and Bobby again. Best wishes!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Mariska on 2 Apr 2019
Many thanks for your rating!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hübsches Hotel in Strandnähe. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wir hatten wirklich eine gute Zeit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Mariska on 6 Nov 2018
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Mariska on 9 Oct 2018
Thank you very much for your feedback. We always strive to create the best experiences for our guests.

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice !
Best View ever
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Response from Mariska on 12 Jul 2018
Many Thanks for the feedback given. Brenton on the Rocks Team

8/10 Good

hugues

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Mariska on 22 Mar 2018
Thank you for your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again.

8/10 Good

Oliver, Leipzig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing view, quiet place, lovely hosts
Beautiful place to stay, a little need of repair, but charming atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Mariska on 25 Feb 2018
Dear Oliver, Thank you for your feedback. We hope to welcome you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Rainer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Für die kleinen Momente des Glücks
Das Hotel war geprägt von einem wirklich herzlichen Empfang, der nur wenig mit der freundlichen Mitarbeiterroutine anderer Hotels zu tun hat. Die Zimmer sind schön, sauber und liebevoll eingerichtet. Die Aussicht ist unfassbar schön.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Response from Mariska on 31 Jan 2018
Thank you so much for your feedback Rainer. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tolles Hotel mit traumhafter Aussicht. Konnten vom Zimmer aus Delphine beobachten. Sehr freundliches Personal, sauber, feines Frühstück.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Response from Mariska on 13 Nov 2017
Thank you very much for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Priscila

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recomendo!
Uma vista maravilhosa nos quartos!! Cama confortável, chuveiro gostoso. O café da manhã é cobrado a parte, mas vale a pena! Tudo muito gostoso! A limpeza deixou um pouco a desejar. Nada que tenha atrapalhado nossa estadia, mas acredito que esse seja o único ponto a melhorar. Quem quer ficar próximo a praia na região de Knysna, pode ir para esse hotel!!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Toller Meerblick aber 15km von Knysna entfernt
Brenton liegt direkt am Meer mit langem Strand, aber abseits und es gibt nur ein Restaurant und einen Pub

10/10 Excellent

Maria J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfecto
Las habitaciones son amplias, con camas muy cómodas, ropa blanca de alta calidad y muy limpias. Muy buena la atención de Leon y David, muy amables y dispuestos. También muy rico el desayuno. La vista desde el balcón es espectacular. En general, muy recomendable.

10/10 Excellent

maarten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
first line ocean experience
luxury design.

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie, Stuttgart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr schönes Guesthouse mit Meerblick
Super Guesthouse mit schönen großen, hellen Zimmern und direktem Meerblick. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und immer hilfsbereit. Das Frühstück war ebenfalls sehr lecker und großzügig.