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What Others are saying
Chris Hoole says:
"This has been one of our best trips to JHB and we can only think of this place that made it as we really felt at home and to wake up each morning with the birds singing in an a city that is busy all the time. You guys we friendly and the welcome we received on arrival is world class so thank u Alan & Christine and we will be back again. Chris and Sam and my 2 little girls. "
Leo and Cleo Nembulu says:
"Wow, thank you very much for a very warm and wonderful stay at the Hoopoe, both my husband and my kids truly enjoyed our stay there, and we will certainly come again. "
Monica Bartlett says:
"Thank you Alan and Christine for making our stay so enjoyable. Your staff are fantastic and the omelette (with the secret ingredient) was delicious. Rowan and I were very impressed with the cleanliness and attention to detail in the bedrooms and communal areas. The gardens are beautiful and peaceful and we came back to Durban feeling relaxed and refreshed. We will be back!! "
Dawn Denton says:
"I brought a group of 17 students from the UK to spend the a week in Johannesburg and the surrounds and get the full South African experience. I can not rate the lodge and the staff anything below excellent! We felt like we were visiting family, and the atmosphere and the surrounds made for a calm and beautiful environment. Located perfectly to straddle sights in and around Gauteng and further afield towards the Magaliesburg area. Everyone was warm, accommodating and friendly and the facilities and breakfast are superb! Thank you to everyone for the making my students' first trip to South Africa a truly wonderful South African experience :-) "
R NAIDU says:
" We, my wife, daughter and son-in-law stayed here for 3 nights. we had a fantastic experience. the beautiful variety of birds and the different songs from these birds gave us added company. i would like to extend a very big thank you to Linda, Natasha and memory. they were absolutely fantastc. they are very welcoming with their beautiful smiles. they treated us like their family. we also want to hank our hosts- Alan and Christine. see you next time keep up the good work "
Stuart Spence says:
"As a single father living in Natal I have found finding the right accomodation for me son and myself in JHB hard to find. But in Hoopoe Haven it is a home away from home. From the hosts Christine and Alan to the friendly staff my stays have always been the best. While offering world class luxury to the stunning evening sunsets from the main verandah while having the braai going it feels like home. For my son there is ample space to ride his bicycle, run, swim, play on the jungle gym and even try his hand at pool. The gardens are pristine and the recycling of the waste water to irriagte makes it one of the very few \\\"eco-friendly\\\" places around. Bird life is adundant. I would recommend this place to business people and families alike as for business persons its a stones throw from JHB but offers the relaxation ones needs after a hard days grind and for families it offers you the space and a home away from home...."
Annalize and Louis Kriel says:
"The dove cottage was an absolute treassure in a bird paradise, with warm and friendly reception from Allan and Christine. We had a wonderful stay and will always remember the friendliness and kindness, and recommend it to anyone. "
Margaret and Natalia Kobylt (Vancouver, Canada) says:
"Alan and Christine, thank you so much for your wonderful kindness and hospitality during our fantastic stay at Hoopoe Haven. The cottage became our destination of comfort in the course of our 10-day stay. The peaceful location of the resort along with the wonderful surrounding views were mesmerizing, while the Swallows Nest cottage itself was a pleasure to call home during our stay. I also can't forget the generosity that you two (Alan/Christine) displayed to my mother and I and the fun we had together! Being amongst you two felt like spending time with family :-) We will certainly be coming back for another visit...Thank you!
Date of Stay: May 2010"
Abbigail Msemburi says:
"Review by: Abbigail , Harare (stayed: April 2009)
Brilliant service from Alan and Christine and their staff!! We spent two nights at this delighful place and received very personalised service from the ownersas we arranged trips to the nearest shopping mall etc. Our young daughters had a delightful time . Thank you very much Christine, Alan and team. We are definitely staying with you on our next visit"
Thanh Nguyen says:
"Review by: Thanh Nguyen, Saigon - Vietnam (stayed: September 2009)
It was a great holiday we had. Alan and Jones were very nice and hospitality. Linda and Natasha were always there to help us! A very peaceful place.
Thanks a lot for everything! Look forward to see you soon!"
Nikki says:
"Review by: Nikki, Gaborone, Botswana (stayed: August 2008)
Absolutley beautiful accomodation, central to where we needed to go and easy to locate using the GPS.
The couple who run this were delightful. We stayed in the guest house, very comfortable and self contained which was nice. Would have been perfect if the Breakfast part had been up and running but am assured its coming!"
Arthur Charles Van Wyk says:
"Review by: Arthur Charles Van Wyk, Durban, South Africa (stayed: September 2009)
Hoopoe Haven epitomises the serenity and peaceful surroundings that are necessary when one needs to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday urban life. We were fortunate to have the entire place to ourselves for a whole week. Alan & Christine gave us the package for accommodation only, but went the extra mile to make tea, coffee, sugar, milk and breakfast cereals available as well. Just as well, because we were in Gauteng for an exhibition and had very little to no time to prepare meals.
The beds are the ultimate in comfort and had me sleeping as late as I possibly could every morning we were there. We made full use of the nice hot showers, the DSTV facility as well as the lounge areas for late night recaps of the day's events.
It was only on the Saturday of our departure that I really got to view the entire property in all it's beauty. I was so captivated I captured it all on video. (search for Hoopoe Haven on Youtube from end September 2009) I so wish we had gone there on holiday and not on a work assignment. But that leaves me with very little guesswork as far as accommodation goes next time I plan to stay in Gauteng."
Steve and Desiree Hales says:
" Review by: Steve & Desiree, Wellington, New Zealand (stayed: December 2008)
The cottage was our home for more than a month. Comfortable, well equipped, spacious with a charming thatched roof and a fabulous pool on the doorstep. The children loved the wide open grass area. The owners were friendly and made us feel very welcome. Close to several shopping centres and easy freeway access, yet with a l rural feel. I am sure you can hear the lions over the hill at Lion Park, a 10 minute drive away. Hopefully we will return to Hoopoe Haven one day. "
Tiggy Goodwin says:
"We were a family of 3 generations in Guinea Fowl Cottage and we ALL thoroughly enjoyed our time at Hoopoe Haven. Alan, Christine and their staff were most attentive without intruding. The accommodation was spacious, comfortable and spotless. Our children loved the swimming pool and large garden, and we all enjoyed the peace and quiet. Hoopoe Lodge is our first choice for accommodation in Jo'burg and we'll be back!
Date of Stay: May 2009
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alan jones says:
"thank you for staying at hoopoe haven.
we hope you enjoyed your stay
please can you submit a review of your experience at hoopoe haven
many thanks
alan and christine jones
hoopoe haven guest house
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Your Review
Hoopoe Haven
Eline Brussel says:
"HOME, but then better! That's the best description for Hoopoe Haven! We stayed upon arrival from a long journey from Amsterdam, after visiting family in Mafikeng and then again before going back to Amsterdam. Great place for the kids and a quiet place. And that in Joburg!!! Thanks Alan and Christine and all the girls and we'll definitely be back whenever we are in SA again. Tot ziens, groeten van Eline, Tumelo, Lucas and Rosalie."