The Retreat

Rus en vrede.

The retreat was die perfekte "wegkom uit die stad" plekkie. Ons het die swembad baie geniet om af te koel elke dag. Die plek was skoon en netjies, en ons was dankbaar vir die muskiet-nette oor die beddens. Ons het heerlik geslaap in die doodse stilte van buite. Aurora is 'n baie stil en klein dorpie, en die enigste koffiewinkel/restaurant op die dorp is "Monica's Coffee Shop" (gaan maak 'n draai - probeer die melktert of lemon meringue!).

We enjoyed the peace and quiet of the small town, and the accommodation.

We were a family of five people and stayed for a weekend. We enjoyed the peace and quiet of the small town. We liked the accommodation since it has Wi-Fi, DStv and enough couches for the entire family. I recommend this accommodation.

I had the most magical stay at The Retreat.

I highly recommend staying at The Retreat. I took my dogs with and they absolutely loved it just as much as I did. It is fenced proof for your furkids. The host, Jill, is first class and was extremely supportive in providing suggestions to getting local produce, bread, dips, pesto, which I highly recommend too. I must admit if I could I would love to move to Aurora. The photos do not do justice to the amazing home and the stunning garden that Jill has created is out of this world! I shared pictures and a video and my friends are already interested in staying.

Beautiful relaxing etaway.

Lovely 1928 old house with real kuier stoep and kitchen, beautifully decorated with shady garden. Easy to stroll through town to explore and enjoy the sunsets.Very peaceful place to wind down and relax.

Fantastic home away from home for the whole family.

Our family spent a very relaxed weekend at this beautifully eclectic home, at the start of the West Coast flower season. The home is very comfortable and has so many spaces to relax - from the front stoep where we had our morning coffee, the long kitchen table where we congregated most of the day, the deep back stoep where we had sundowners in the last warmth of the sun. The cosy fire nook was so welcome at the end of winter. The garden was a great playground for the kids but there are also quite a few places around Aurora for longer walks up the koppies, some require permission from the farm owner but we found them very helpful. The owner of the house was extremely helpful with directions and information and immediately available for any questions. Even though Aurora seems a bit out of the way, there were quite a few options for a meal out and Veldrif and Laaiplek are only 30 mins drive away. I would highly recommend The Retreat, especially during the spring flower season. We will definitely go back.

Heerlik ontspan in 'n rustige, veilige en pragtige dorpie.

The Retreat het ons dadelik tuis laat voel. Dis baie gerieflik ingerig met alles wat mens kan nodig hê. Ons het heerlik voor die kaggel gekuier. Die inligting wat ons van Jill ontvang het , was baie volledig. Die winkel en koffiewinkel is binne stapafstand van die huis en so loop-loop kan mens blomme ook kyk!

Peace and quiet

Lovely setting, peaceful and spacious. Loved the decor and the kids loved the garden.

Interesting, homely, comfortable, nice log fires, friendly booking and information, just what we needed in Aurora, recommended.

We needed to be there for a house move and all worked out just as we needed. Thank you to our host. Note good coffee shop, restaurant/takeaway, and formal restaurant in town.

Lieflike landelike gebied en baie goed toegeruste woning.

Eienaar was baie behulpsaam en het al die inligting betyds deurgegee. Huis is baie goed toegerus. Met oorgenoeg ordentlike slaapplekke. Duursame linne. Beveel dit beslis aan, veral as 'n groep wil saam kuier.

Fabulous home and garden in a lovely quiet west coast village.

The Retreat is a lovely large home with a huge garden and big warm pool. It's perfect for a quiet relaxing getaway where going out consists of a walk to the shops a few blocks away. The house has plenty of space indoors and out, so suits different configurations of people (couples, groups, families with children etc.). The owner is lovely to deal with and is very responsive. There is only one loo, which wasn't an issue, but may be if there are ten people, so something to consider. The porch is ideal for endless reading, an afternoon nap or sundowners. The village is extremely quiet and friendly. It's west coast hot, which is hotter than almost anywhere, so come prepared and the mozzies are prolific, so bring lots of protection. The huge mozzie nets over the beds were fabulous. WiFi is great and we had no connection problems. We also felt very safe despite not having high fences and bars everywhere. Jan who tends to the garden is delightful and quiet as a mouse when he comes around early to get watering done before the heat. He likes 3 sugars in his tea! Definitely worth a visit.

We loved the space and the town!

Our whole family loved the place! When the kids were not in the pool they were in the treehouse and slides. We sat on the stoep sipping cool drinks, reading and watching them. We went for long bike rides in the quiet streets with the kids. My daughter cast off her training wheels. The owner was super attentive and responsive and everything in the house was a testament to generosity. Best holiday ever!

A real Retreat!

We had an awesome time at The Retreat. Its real value for your money. It was a scorching weekend and the pool and porch area helped a lot. The house is perfect for a group of 10 people, we had enough space. There isn't a tv which is ideal as you get to spend more time interacting with friends/family. Would recommend this to anyone who wants to unwind and relax. Had an awesome time there.