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Umnenge Lodge & Charters

4.0 of 5
1 Eden &15 & 17 Smuts Street | De Kelders, Gansbaai 7220, South Africa
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Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2013

We spent a wonderful time in a wonderful place. Mary and Richard are very friendly and recommended to us nice restaurants and places to visit. The room is really nice with wonderful views to the sea. Thanks for your hospitality and see you soon! Johanna & Sergio

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2012

Although we stayed only 1 night IT was a truly remarkable experience. The guesthouse is located at a wonderful spot and our hosts made everything possible to made us like home. All of our questions and requests was answered promptly and perfectly and we had a wonderful breakfast together as well

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Kenya
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

We stayed 2 nights in October 2012. From the minute we arrived we were very comfortable and felt at home. Richard, Mary and the boys are gracious and entertaining hosts. Dora the dog is really lovely. Breakfast is really superb. the rooms are.... wow! It's a shame the overhead telephone line across the street spoiled the photos of the bay... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2012 via mobile

we had a great of this very luxuyious guest house.The bedroom was very spacious and comprised balcony.With great to the sea and the whales.The location is nearby the bat caves.Richard and Mary do everything if you ask them for activities.They are simpley the best.

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Saint-Nazaire, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 August 2012

We stay three nights at the Umnenge Lodge last july and we had a perfect time!We had a very nice welcome by our host Richard an Mary,they was ready for to help and show us some interesting things all the time whene we need.Our room was great with a very beautiful view on the sea,we saw some whales jumping sometimes,incredibale!!!From... More

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Ten Boer
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

I just returned from Cape Town from a business trip. I spent 2 nights at Umnenge Lodge. And I must say, it was great. I wondered what makes Umnenge such a special place and to me the answer is the great hospitality shown by Richard and Mary and their sons. From the first second I felt home away from home.... More

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Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

The owners, Richard and Mary, have created a charming lodge in Gansbaii. They are a most hospitable couple, who can provide lots of information about the various activities the area offers. We found the rooms to be large and beautifully decorated, along with a private balcony facing the sea. In addition to a delicious breakfast, they offer a home-cooked dinner,... More

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Reading England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

What a find! Richard and Mary have created (and literally built) a welcoming, beautifully appointed and charming haven in a fabulous location. They are enterprising and attentive hosts and Richard is a mine of information to ensure you get the most from the area. The rooms are spacious with great views and a private balcony for a relaxing sun-downer. Breakfast... More

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Moscow, Russia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

We spent 2 nights, Jan 3-5 in this beatiful lodge in De Kelders. View from balcony of our room was breathtaking. De Kelders is really the most beatiful sea coast of SA we exoerienced during 2 weeks. Unfortunately whales were not there(( Special words I have to say to Richard and Mary. Their hospitality was so pleasant for us. Thank... More

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Münster
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

First we booked just one night for a stop over. But me, my wife and my doughter loved the place and the warm welcome of Mary and Richard so much that we stayed for another night. The private terracce offers great ocean views and was a fantastic and secure place for our one year old daughter to strall around.

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Additional Information about Umnenge Lodge & Charters

Address: 1 Eden &15 & 17 Smuts Street | De Kelders, Gansbaai 7220, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Overberg > Gansbaai
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #8 of 25 B&Bs / Inns in Gansbaai
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Umnenge is a family friendly luxury African lodge situated on the rugged cliffs of De Kelders near Gansbaai in South Africa. Umnenge Lodge is a member of Guest House Association South Africa and has received 4 Stars from the Tourism Council South Africa. "Umnenge" is a Xhosa expression meaning 'whale in the bay' and refers to the Southern Right Whale which can be seen from Umnenge Lodge, frolicking in the waters of Walker bay from June to January. ... more   less 
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