Melissa – September 2024
“Anja's River Cottage is a peaceful and tranquil escape. Surrounded by beautiful mountain terrain, the views are stunning. The cottage is completely modernised and tastefully furnished with everything that you need. You are a short walk away from the town, yet still completely isolated from any noise. The property manager is just a call away for anything that you need. This was the perfect accommodation for rest and relaxation and I will definitely visit again.”
Katie – September 2024
“We had a peaceful, relaxing weekend in Clarens and Anja’s place was a beautiful resting spot.. The house is very neat, clean and modern.”
Eileen – September 2024
“We travelled to Clarens to be with family and due to connecting flights we weren’t sure of arrival time. Lisa (local contact in Clarens) was so flexible to meet us on arrival and super smiley. Beds were very comfy and water ran hot whenever needed. Tea, coffee, sugar, cooking oils were all on hand for us together with long life milk for our arrival Perfect location and greeting. Clarens is really such a beautiful place and the views all around the cottage were breathtaking. Would love to visit River Cottage again.”
Pieter – August 2024
“Extremely nice cottage with amazing views and garden.”
Dave - July 2024
“Amazing place, quiet, just up the road from town centre. Quick few steps onto all the hiking routes. Lisa was super helpful and accommodating.”
Nikita – June 2024
“The unit was beautiful and so was the surroundings. Perfect getaway.”
Bongani – June 2024
“I had an incredible stay at Jacque's place! Despite arriving later than expected due to unforeseen circumstances, Lisa was in constant communication with us, ensuring we had all the information we needed to get there smoothly. When we finally arrived, we were delighted to find the house exactly as shown in the pictures. It was impeccably clean and well-prepared for winter. The host had generously provided wood and a lighter, making it easy for us to enjoy a cozy fire. The house was warm and inviting, with heaters switched on in all the bedrooms. We loved having access to Netflix and other streaming services, which made our evenings relaxing and enjoyable. The kitchen was well-stocked with essentials like sugar, coffee, tea, olive oil, and even milk-such a thoughtful touch that not all hosts provide…”
Heidi – April 2024
“A beautifully presented cottage in the stunning Clarens. Loved the outlook on a beautiful garden with views of the mountains & autumn colours for which Clarens is famous for. Jacquie was a responsive & friendly host.”
SHELIA - March 2024
"The cottage was close to both the town and the hiking trails. There was no need to use your vehicle as both were within walking distance. The cottage was neat and clean. Security was good and within a gated property. The cottage had two bedrooms that could easily accommodate four adults. The host was helpful and provided useful information for first-time visitors to Clarens. They checked in during our stay. A lovely place to stay."
Sharon January 2024
"Amazing, and beautiful cottage. So comfy and would definitely recommend it! It was more than we expected. We will be back!"
Mamosa January 2024
"I thoroughly enjoyed my time with my mom and two sisters at Jacquie’s gorgeous house 😍. It was incredibly peaceful and rejuvenating, with absolutely breathtaking views. It's a shame we only booked for 2 days; I wish we could have extended our stay."
Isabel December 2023
"This was a cosy modern little getaway nestled in a convenient location. Blessed with beautiful surrounding views and bird sounds, i would highly recommend this stay to all. Big thanks to the host for our amazing stay."
Michael Makhetha November 2023
"River cottage is a hidden gem hosted by a quintessential and gracious host. We absolutely love the place and we recommend it to anyone who wants a quiet and intimate getaway."
Erika Dippenaar November 2023
"The River Cottage is the perfect spot to stay, so beautiful and close to all the nice eating and hiking spots in Clarens. Fantastic host and we enjoyed our stay so much."
Lana October 2023
"Baie mooi plek. Veilige, netjiese en baie mooi plek met pragtige uitsig op die stoep."
Kirsten Talbot - September 2023
"River Cottage was a fantastic stay; it was a short walk to the square and close to the walking trails. Jacquie was great with communication and could assist us with anything we asked for! The team was accommodating, and the home was beautiful to enjoy. We'll be back."
Ernest De Jong September 2023
"We came to rest and relax and we felt at home immediately. A lovely, modern well-equipped cottage. Jacquie was helpful and flexible. We are already planning another visit to this cottage."
Cher - August 2023
"Had the most amazing stay and Jacquie was an amazing host. She allowed us to check in early and she was very friendly and quick to respond. The cottage was beautiful and clean. Would definitely recommend and would love to return in future."
Eileen - August 2023
"Beautiful home in a very good location. House has solar panels and water from borehole system. It is nice not having to worry about loadshedding. Jacquie is very responsive in answering all enquiries. We asked about extra firewood as weather is getting cold at night. Jacquie dropped an extra bag of firewood for us because it was getting late. Thank you. Will stay again."
Anye July - 2023
"We had a really great stay. Home is beautiful and cosy. With heaters and blankets, we had warm nights. We always had electricity and warm water which was very convenient. We had everything we needed and enjoyed every moment."
Linda - June 2023
"Peaceful location close to town and hiking trails that has everything you need for your stay. Jacquie is a lovely host"
Lara -June 2023
"We had a lovely stay at the River Cottage. We arrived late on a very cold afternoon and the fireplace was already lit. It was very thoughtful! Jacquie’s recommendations were spot on. We had the best breakfast at one of the restaurants she recommended. She was a terrific host and immediately replied to all of the questions we had. We enjoyed our stay so much that we extended our stay for an extra night. We will definitely be back!"
Frances -April 2023
"What a wonderful stay! View even more beautiful than the pictures. The location is peaceful and on the doorstep of lots of lovely trails. Can’t wait to be back."
Harrie - March 2023
"Clarens offers quality and tranquility environment and Jacquie’s place topped it out with homey and cozy atmosphere. A wonderful place for quality time with family.Clarens offers quality and tranquility environment and Jacquie’s place topped it out with homey and cozy atmosphere. A wonderful place for quality time with family."
GEORGE, ROODEPOORT - August 2022 - AirBNB
"An incredible stay, felt like home away from home. The river cottage had everything one would need for an incredible stay, from comfortable furniture, to high tech appliances, to a fireplace you can enjoy with loved ones as you sip on wine and sit under the throw blankets and slippers provided. 11/10, highly recommend!"
SIMNIKIWE, JOHANNESBURG - August 2022 - AirBNB
"Incredible place to stay at when in Clarens. It is exactly as what is advertised with a few more amenities like slippers and firewood. Each room has a wall heater which is great for the chilly nights in Clarens. To top it all off Jacquie is an amazing host."
CALEY, PRETORIA - May 2022 - AirBNB
"Beautiful stay - we absolutely loved it. The communication and welcome by Jacquie was great. She also offered some great insight into the town and gave great recommendations. House was clean and beautiful overall. Will be back with pleasure."
LISA, NEW BRUNSWICK - April 2022 - AirBNB
"Absolutely loved our stay at River Cottage! First of all, the cottage is absolutely beautiful. The fireplace, tub, and complimentary slippers are such wonderful bonuses. The views are beautiful and it’s super peaceful. Location is great and a quick walk into town. Will definitely be back in the future!"
COENIE BARNARD - Jan 2022 - AirBNB
"We had a fantastic stay at river cottage. The views were so beautiful and it was such a peaceful environment. There were no shortcomings. Everything was perfect. Highly recommend."
MICHAEL MARQUIS - Dec 2021 - AirBNB
"Absolutely amazing place to stay. Wonderfully clean, new, fresh. Really nice finishing touches as well. Honestly the best Air BnB I have stayed in to date. Thank you for being such an amazing host."
DOUG ROSS - Dec 2021 - AirBNB
"We had an amazing stay. Such a great find and one I am sure to revisit. Jacquie and co went out of our way to make us feel comfortable and welcome. The cottage is neat and tidy, very tasteful and with everything needed for a breakaway, be it a family break or a romantic weekend away. The view from the patio is amazing. We enjoyed it immensely and only wish we had stayed a few more nights."
ROBERT - Nov 2021 - AirBNB
"If you want to spend a weekend or longer in Clarens look no further than River Cottage. Everything you could need or want and a location within walking distance of all activities. Comfort and style is what River Cottage offers."
CARLA GILLESPIE - Nov 2021 - Travelground
"Such a stunning place! I Love being close to town to walk into town. River Cottage is located right by the trails which is a bonus to go for walks into the mountain. Both Jacqui and Anja the owner were fantastic hosts. Everything was clean, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need. The views from the garden onto the mountain is magnificent and the garden is any child's paradise to play in especially our son. We will definitely be back!"
REANNE - Oct 2021 - AirBNB
"Our stay was a memorable one. All thanks to the beautifully designed River Cottages. our host Jacquie was an amazing host and made us feel right home with the personalized greeting and amenities that made us feel right at home. I definitely recommend booking the River cottage to anyone wanting to visit Clarens."
ANTOINETTE - Oct 2021 - Afristay
"We had a lovely time. Jacquie was the ideal host. Cottage is beautifully decorated and close to town and walking trails. Definitely worth the visit. We will be back."
