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Old Joe's Kaia

3.0 of 5
N4 Schoemanskloof Road | S 25˚23. 096’ E 30˚32. 395’, Nelspruit 1207, South Africa
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Johannesburg, South Africa
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13 reviews 13 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

We booked a weekend escape from the city to celebrate my husbands birthday in February. We are still remember fondly how we enjoyed our stay - telling our friends about his little jewel of the Lowveld. From the minute we arrived, until the time of our departure, we were taken care of very well. The staff are very friendly, the... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

the rondavel was nice, neither great not bad, but the lodge itself is lovely with a very nice balcony, pool and maze...and the food (breakfast and dinner) was absolutely amazing! One of the best kitchen I've tasked in South Africa.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013 via mobile

Had a fantastic stopover on our way to Kruger. The family room was very comfortable, each with own bathroom. Hosts Marian and Paul made us feel at home, looking after our every need. The setting in the valley is so calming and relaxing. To top it all off, the food was really special - fine dining and best breakfast in... More

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Johannesburg
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18 hotel reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

We have still very much enjoyed the stay in the scenic Nelspruit-landscape, dinner/breakfast were delicious. Dining room and balcony are very nice. N4 (national street) is approx. 200 meters away, (invisible behind trees), but this was a bit noisy (trucks). All in all very nice stay.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

old Joes proved to be the best choice in celebrating our '100th' birthday - My 30th and my fathers' 70th. Old joes is a perfect blend of personal friendly hospitality, a warm atmosphere nestled amongst the trees and delicious food and top class service. the staff went the extra mile to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. its the finer... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Old Joe’s Kaia hosted our wedding weekend. Our party of approximately 40 guests were accommodated at Old Joes and two neighbouring venues in the Schoemanskloef valley. We could not have asked for a more intimate, personal and magical wedding experience. Marian from Old Joes is quite simply a creative genius and master of all trades. We chose to have an... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

This was the second time we visited Old Joe's Kaia and yet again from the moment we walked in it was a wonderful experience, You are so warmly welcomed and the place has warm and homely atmosphere. The setting is so beautiful and one can sit on the patio and overlook the beautiful gardens and mountains in the background. There... More

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Benoni, South Africa
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10 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

THis is a little place of heaven on earth, you take a sharp turn from the Schoeman's Kloof pass road and drive along a stoney road to an adequae undercovered parking area. From there you take quite a few steps down to a recpetion area, from where you are greeted like family by either Marion or Paul or both! Then,... More

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KaiaOfJoe, Owner at Old Joe's Kaia, responded to this review
1 March 2013

Thank you so much for this great review once again, Alison - it is always so great to host you here! Kind regards, Paul and Marian More

Nuremberg, Germany
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

The food was EXCELLENT and the service provide wonderful. Very friendly owners, personnel and cats...beautiful regions with lots of opportunities for walking etc. Clean, well arranged. We had an amazing few days for new years eve and we would defenetely return!

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KaiaOfJoe, Owner at Old Joe's Kaia, responded to this review
8 February 2013

Thank you so much for your lovely review - it was also inspiring for us to host such appreciative guests - thank you! More

Johannesburg, South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

Great place to brake a trip to the Kruger Park, loved the home cooked meals and friendly staff, for the active folk defiantly do the river walk and for those who are more spiritually minded Old Joes has the best Labyrinth I have come across in SA.

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KaiaOfJoe, Owner at Old Joe's Kaia, responded to this review
9 February 2013

Many thanks for the positive review. It wa really wonderful to host you here. Thank you also for the special comment on the larinth - we are indeed very proud of it! Kind regards, Paul More

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Address: N4 Schoemanskloof Road | S 25˚23. 096’ E 30˚32. 395’, Nelspruit 1207, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Mpumalanga > Nelspruit
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
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Ranked #1 of 28 B&Bs / Inns in Nelspruit
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
OLD JOE'S KAIA is a unique and small family owned and managed Country House situated in the magnificent malaria-free Schoemanskloof Valley. This is a little oasis full of surprises. Expect fresh and unpolluted mountain air, fabulous scenery, prolific birdsong, and a wonderful relaxing, homely atmosphere. Known for its excellent cuisine and fabulous wines, this is the perfect stopover en route to The Kruger National Park, Mozambique, Swaziland, The Panorama or the Lowveld. ... more   less 
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