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We had the most amazing stay and experience with the perfect balance of luxury and nature. The forest cottage may be rustic, but it was perfect for us and catered for all our needs - just the way we enjoy our holidays. We could indeed hear the river from the cottage and the hiking trails although tough in certain spots, were amazing. The staff is very friendly and professional at all times. ... continued.
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Little gem nested in the forest:
“Nice charming very well equiped cabin nested in the forest. Incredible place. Wanted to stay longer,even during winter cold (with the fireplace). Highly recommanded”
#5bubblereview on @Tripadvisor
Dear Anita,
Thanks so much. We really enjoyed our stay.
The forest is a truly amazing beauty. It's paradise. Thank you.
(Bee Eater - Third Visit!)
Laura Goss - Easter 2025
If you want to get away with very little internet, and experience the most amazing nature views and atmosphere, this is 6 stars, getting back to nature, if you have a car no problem they fetch you and drop you off, staff was amazing, host was amazing, that real family feeling but with the most spectacular views, it was our first time but absolutely not the last, we loved every second of our stay. Thank you for the best 3 days ever!
Cassie Geldenhuys - Nov 2023
Good Day Anita,
Please convey our gratitude to all the staff. They are really special and made our stay unforgettable.
Kind Regards,
Cobus Du Plessis - August 2022
Dear Anita, Thank you kindly for the most welcomed e-mail we have received.
It was our pleasure and yes, you are quite correct, we will see you soon.
Thank you for being such a brilliant hostess; the mountains were just breathtaking mountains, inclusive of the spectacular accommodation.
Best Regards,
Gerard & Rosemary - February 2022
Ligging is asemrowend! Baie rustig, vriendelike personeel definitief die plek om te gaan as jy wil wegbreek van die gejaagde lewe!
George - January 2022
Good morning Anita,
We had a blast of a time and it was probably our best anniversary ever! Thanks for the hospitality, good food and friendly service! We will most definitely book again but it might be the forest cottage or something similar as we will the be accompanied by our two daughters. We are nature loving people that love hiking and fresh air. We have hiked many routes around the lowveld and forest creek is most definitely right up there on our list. My wife even feels that it was more beautiful than Mount Sheba which has similar flaura. We decided not to do the clay pigeon shooting as we loved the bird life so much and didn't want spoil the peace and tranquility we experienced!
May you, your husband and your staff have a blessed Christmas and a prosperous new year.
Regards, Johan and Sulet - Dec 2021
Forest creek is a sublime hideaway from the rigours of the world. The hosts and staff are friendly. The views are exquisite. Anita has spent years perfecting the details of each unit and the guest experience. Better for couples than families. Don't forget to book the outdoor bath. We will be going back there again and again. It is exquisite.
Brendan Martin - November 2021
Hi Anita,
Just a short note to say thank you so, so much for the amazing holiday/honeymoon Hennie and I were able to enjoy! I seriously can't remember when last I was able to relax like that, and the doggies just loved it too 🐾
And lastly, I absolutely LOVE Avo's! I've never in my life seen such big ones - cant wait until they ripen, thank you again 🤗
Everything of the best and we hope to see you soon 😘
Love, Nicci
Nicola Townsend - October 2021
Hi Anita
Thanks so much for an incredible stay! It was truly magical and unforgettable. Alex and I will definitely be back soon!
Thanks again.
Looking forward to coming back!
John and Alex - October 2021
* See a photo from our special time in the photo gallery
Hi Anita,
Thank you so much for a beautiful stay! Your forest is a little piece of paradise that just got better and better each step of the hike! Ash, Spencer and I really fell in love with Forest Creek Lodge and we will definitely be back soon!
Thank you for making Ash's birthday dinner so special, the food was incredible and the staff were so friendly!
Amy, Ash and Spencer - August 2021
Hi Anita!
Thea mentioned you sent your regards, I thought I would take the opportunity to thank you for the 2 days of bliss we had at Forest Creek🙏
It was and is very much appreciated and thanks again for being so hospitable.. and for the Sausage and Rennies 😂
We trust Forest Creek will go from strength to strength and hope to see you soon!
Regards, Len Oort
Hi Anita,
Thank you so much. This break was an absolute soul restoration. Hope to be able to do this again next year.
Best wishes from all of us!
Kind regards, Lauren, Shaz and Caitlin - January 2021
Dear Anita, hope all is well.
Thanks for a very pleasant stay at your beautiful part of the world. Unfortunately our time was limited, we would have liked to stay much longer.
Attached is my first orchid list for Forest Creek. I hope that it will inspire you and your guests to find more.
Hope to visit there again soon.
Kind Regards, Frans Krige - LUA Scientist, MTPA - December 2020
Hello Anita ...
Thanks again for the amazing time we experienced at Forest Creek Lodge. Great location ... very friendly and helpful staff.
Kind regards, Martin Kruger - December 2020
Dear Anita,
Thanks for sharing this piece of heaven with us. Thanks for your hospitality, we couldn't ask for anything more than that.
Kind Regards Marlize & Anton Venter - December 2020
Good morning Anita,
Thank you for the wonderful time spent at the Beach Cottage again, at the end of November and for the additional care that you took during in terms of protection against COVID-19.
Spending time at the Beach cottage with its view and listening to and keeping an eye out for the various birds is always relaxing and just enjoying nature is rejuvenating for body and soul.
All the best for you and a wonderful festive season.
Francois and Anette Vermeulen - November 2020
Good morning Anita,
We just want to say thank you. We had a wonderful stay at Forest Creek Lodge. When I wrote in the book just before we left I forgot to write about the Spa treatment, we really enjoyed the massages and the manicure and pedicures. I enjoyed the massage alot and it really did help to resolve my muscle spasms. We could see that you invested in your staff by training them. We hope to visit in summer again. Warm regards,
Sr Michelle Cruywagen - June 2019
Hi Anita,
Best weekend I have had in years. Thank you.
Quintin & Angelique - October 2018
Hi Anita,
Trust you are well.
I just want to thank you and your team for the amazing service and hospitality. From the stunning room, beautiful lodge and magnificent views and forest. We had the most amazing time.
Regards, Angelika - September 2018
Good day Anita.
Thank you very much for the lovely break. Tyla and I had a fantastic time. Was a great rest and much needed from both of us. Please say thanks to all your staff as they do a great job and always made sure we were happy with our stay.
Kind regards.
Lyle Jansen Van Rensburg - Jan 2018