Read what past guests had to say
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"Thoroughly enjoyed "our" cottage! Thank you for all the thoughtful touches making us feel so welcome; our little sherry carafe, the light on to welcome us in each night, etc. Great!!!"
Norma & Steve Riall - Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England (December)
"Once again a wonderful holiday that flew by all too quickly. Certainly Chris & Louise make 'home from home' a reality."
Ian & Hazel Parkin - Florida Park, Johannesburg (December)
"Thank you. It was only 1 night but we feel like we have been on a long holiday! Loved my omelette and the fluffy pillows!."
Vaughn Walker & Nina Schmidt - Travelwise - Cape Town, SA (December)
"AFTON GROVE - JUST PERFECT. A huge thanks to Chris & Louise for their hospitality, friendship and help in making our holiday to S.A. a most enjoyable experience. The hard working, friendly staff are a credit to Afton Grove. Thank you for organising meals out & excursions (sky diving amazing!) Came here to celebrate a 50th, going home feeling 25! - memories will remain with us forever."
Peter & Sandra Douglas - Lanark, Scotland (December)
"Great rooms, great food, friendly staff. One of the best places I have ever stayed. Many thanks."
Chris Doughty - Melbourne, Australia (November)
"Thanks for your hospitality and service. I love the setting and what you have created is a haven for visitors." "
Lyn Fragar - NSW, Australia (November)
"This is one of the loveliest places I have stayed in. Such a warm welcome, excellent food and spacious, comfortable accommodation. Love the garden."
Gill Page - London, England (November)
"Superb! The very best BnB ever. Excellent wheelchair facilities. Good luck in the future!"
Dr. Claes Hulting - Stockholm, Sweden (November)
"We have had a wonderful stay with very nice people and the most beautiful surroundings. Thank you for all your kindness and all the rest. Wonderful!"
Carien & Aad Soeteman - The Netherlands (October)
"Many thanks for so much hospitality - and for the opportunity to see our first whales! We will be back."
Paul Knolle & Joke Rynberk - Enshede, The Netherlands (October)
"Outstanding hospitality. Chris & Louise provide the best. The grounds and cottages reflect a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The location of Afton Grove is conveniently placed between Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula which saved on driving time."
Fred & Lorelyn Koehler - California, USA (October)
"Wonderful comfort and service. We have had 3 days of great walking and the most fantastic views."
Derek & Lesley Clague - Cheshire, England (October)
"Perfect location. Thanks for a great time; good food, good wine, great hospitality."
Graham & Karen Searle - Banchory, Scotland (September)
"Beautiful setting, excellent accommodation, extremely friendly & helpful staff with excellent local knowledge (not just birding matters!) Many thanks."
Rick, Pam & Claire Bennett - Lincoln & Cambridge, England (September)
"What a fantastic place to spend the first few days of our honeymoon - thank you for everything. We have had a wonderful stay"
Paul & Emma Stanbury - Naturetrek Tours - Petersfield, England (September)
"Couldn't be better, fabulous! The rooms are outrageously comfortable and the hospitality superb! Thank you all."
Bob Gibbons - Travelling Naturalist - Dorset, England (September)
"Chris and Louise helped make my trip and their knowledge of the local avifauna was second to none.
Each time that I returned during my 4 weeks travelling around SA, I was made very welcome at Afton Grove.
They were genuinely interested in what I had seen and where I had been, this retreat is genuinely birder
friendly. The food was superb; the rooms are bright, clean and exceedingly well appointed, while the grounds
are immaculately maintained. I cannot recommend Afton Grove enough"
Graham Ekins - Chelmsford, England (August)
"Many thanks for a really comfortable stay and your outstanding hospitality"
Stephanie & Jim Coghlan - Snails Pace Tours, Huddersfield, England (August)
"We've had a wonderful time at Afton Grove. The rooms are well appointed even down to heating blankets!
The food was delicious and the owners and staff very friendly!"
Els and Ed, Marieke & Rosanne - Netherlands (August)
"A lovely base from which to explore Cape Town and the Cape. Wonderful sights& beaches, Table Mountain,
Kirstenbosch, Cape Point with whales and baboons - great food and very friendly people."
Crispin, Jane, Amy & Emma Tuckley - England (July)
"Sun-filled days around the pool, relaxing with old and newly made friends within a panorama of stunning natural beauty, have all contributed to a memorable 2nd holiday here. Thank you Chris and Louise"
Janet, Lawrence & Lisa Kershaw - Cheshire, England (February)
"Thank you for looking after us so well! Another perfect holiday at Afton Grove (10th visit). Lots of love to you all."
Andy & Sandy Hutchins - Rainham, Kent (February)
"First time in South Africa. I've had a wonderful time here - the hospitality, food and care have been second to none. I'd certainly love to come and stay here again."
Christine Cockburn - Lytham, St. Anne's UK (February )
"A fabulous place run by fabulous people. A great welcome and hospitality set in a location surrounded by stunning scenery."
Martin Creasser & Hamish McKernell - Manchester, UK (February )
"Great to back again to a wonderful hospitality. Can't wait until our 3rd visit."
Helen & Bjorn Anckar - Gothenburg, Sweden (February)
"We have had a wonderful time staying in paradise with you. We do not want to go home - you have all made us so welcome and provided such wonderful service. Thank you all very much."
Val & Eddy Ridley - Leicestershire, UK (January )
"Thank you Louise & Chris for a warm welcome and relaxed stay. You put in a great effort and attention to the small details. The staff are very helpful and friendly."
Colin Cooney - Bryanston, South Africa (January )
"Thanks so much! We had a great time. Good birding, touring and views - a perfect vacation."
Dan & Jan Harville - Edmonds, WA - USA (January )
"Excellent attention to detail. The rooms had everything we could possibly want. Staff were very friendly & helpful..Thanks for a great stay! ."
Georgia Crellin & Lynton Hoch - Douglas, Isle of Man (January )
"As always, a warm welcome and amazing hospitality! Thank you to you and your staff for your kindness and caring."
Hazel and Ian Parkin - Florida Park, Gauteng, South Africa (January )
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