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Rogge Cloof Private Nature Reserve is a registered Biosphere Reserve, with free-roaming game & cheetahs. Rogge Cloof offers inclusive accommodation packages, as well as self-catering accommodation. Accommodation units are situated within the Rogge Cloof Eco-Village, which is 12 km's from the Rogge Cloof main entrance. This allows for a leisurely self-game-drive through the Reserve, on the way to the Eco-Village. The road leading to the Eco-Village is a well-maintained gravel road, which is accessible to sedans. Rogge Cloof operates on solar power and the solar electricity supply system does not accommodate appliances such as hair dryers, coffee makers, fans, microwave ovens, or electric kettles. Power sockets for recharging phones and laptops are available. The accommodation units are cosy and warm, with enough thick blankets, hot water bottles and fireplaces for the cold Sutherland winter. Bathroom amenities, coffee, tea & rusk tray are included. Uncapped, free Wi-Fi; no TV. Daily housekeeping service is supplied, except on Sundays. Accommodation rates exclude a Conservation Levy of R100.00 per guest per night.
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Rogge Cloof delights guests with its exceptional value for a luxury experience, nestled in a unique and remote location. The cozy fireplaces and modern design contribute to an inviting atmosphere within spacious rooms, although better ventilation and larger bathrooms would be welcome improvements.
While some amenities may be dated, the hotel's cleanliness and range of activities receive high marks. Service at Rogge Cloof stands out, with staff providing attentive and personalized care, ensuring a comfortable stay that many travelers remember fondly.
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Very friendly and helpful staff and a very well maintained and managed Lodge. Food and services were excellent prepared and presented. We stayed in an Orion suite which is well decorated, clean, new comfortable bedding and linen, closed combustion fireplace, and a private verandah overlooking the Rogge Cloof on a Game reserve with plenty of wild animals roaming freely. There are also some very good telescopes available at the main block for star gazing at night. This property is highly recommended and in my view deserve a 5 star rating.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Corlia JANSE VAN RENSBURG, Guest Services / Front Office at Rogge Cloof
Responded May 24, 2021
Dear Pieter Thank you for the wonderful review and for recommending Rogge Cloof. We trust that we will see you again in the future and that we may then also be able to share our stargazing facility, which is part of our vision. The telescopes will then be properly utilised! Our winter is settling in now and as we respond to you, the cold winds are howling around the corners! Brrrr.... Kind Regards, Corlia
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I’ve been to a nature reserve, I’ve been to a game reserve, I’ve even been to an aquarium, this was my first time even hearing of a ‘Dark Sky Reserve’.
That is exactly what Rogge Cloof is, a dark sky reserve. Think about it, they are literally preserving the darkness by controlling the artificial light pollution that prevents us from truly seeing the stars as they are.
Being close to Sutherland and spanning an entire 18 000 hectares, with minimal structures emitting artificial light it gets crazy dark and is super close to the curvature of the earth which makes it the perfect location for admiring the stars.
This place has a magical energy and after only 2 days of being there we left in awe of nature.
Being a family run establishment adds to the experience, expect a warm welcome as if you are long lost family returning home to the clan.
We stayed in the Oryx House which has all the creature comforts of home and a large wrap around balcony with a fire pit.
Can’t wait to visit again.
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Corlia JANSE VAN RENSBURG, Guest Services / Front Office at Rogge Cloof
Responded Apr 1, 2021
Dear Arline Sometimes a guest writes a review and the immediate response in our hearts is; they get it! And wow, this is how we feel after reading your review! It is wonderful when guests connect with Rogge Cloof as if the stars are literally aligning for the connection. Thank you....we would love to welcome you back to Rogge Cloof multiple times! Kind Regards, Corlia
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A very well appointed chalet with attention to detail in many ways...outstanding bed and linen, table with sherry and glasses in lounge area, great coffee station, beautiful bathroom with extra large towels. There was a large verandah from which to watch the Springbok grazing near by plus it served as an excellent platform from which to view the night sky. The water was turned too low for our first night, but that was rectified, and it felt like the floor and skirting boards needed to be swept and cleaned, but other than that we enjoyed the room immensely. The food was delicious with good portion sizes. Our guide Nelmarie was very enthusiastic and she took us on an interesting fossil tour and viewing of the injured cheetah. More attention could have been given to bird spotting, especially the LBJ's. She also presented a delightful wine tasting of the Rogge Cloof wines.The security of the property is excellent with electric fencing surrounding the camp. We had an interesting walk about the hot house and the swimming pool area. All in all an interesting visit.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Corlia JANSE VAN RENSBURG, Guest Services / Front Office at Rogge Cloof
Responded Apr 13, 2021
Dear Adrienne Thank you so much for the kind review. We loved having you here and your Guide Nelmarie still talks about all your experiences together. We wish you well and really hope that you will be able to return to Rogge Cloof sometime in the future. Kind Regards, Corlia
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We planned a road trip through parts of the West Coast and the Karoo to see the annual spring flowers and found Rogge Cloof by chance when looking for accommodation in Sutherland.
We booked 3 of the Orion Suites on a dinner, bed and breakfast package for 2-nights. The rooms/suites are spacious, well planned and laid out and the beds were exceptionally comfortable — in fact the most comfortable of our 10 day trip.
Decor and furnishing are in a minimalist style, but good quality and well thought out and suited to the environment. Breakfasts and dinners were tasty and delicious and the staff and service excellent.
We will certainly love to return sometime soon
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Stayed in Cedar cottage, beautiful y decorated and well equipped with everything you need.
Enjoyed an afternoon 4x4 drive for a wonderful ‘Bush Braai’ evening in the veld.
The eco-village is ideally suited for stargazing. There’s no external lighting and being at a higher elevation than Sutherland, there’s minimal light pollution.
Rogge Cloof have their own vineyards offering a good selection of wines.
Chef Paul and his team serve delicious and scrumptious meals. From a Bush Braai, Valentine’s Dinner and Breakfasts.
Rogge Cloof is great for hiking and mountain biking.
Cara is a great host, making you feel at home
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Our running group booked out the entire village for the long weekend to spend a weekend with our families and running under the stars.
Andre and his team absolutely blew us all away with their hospitality, they were welcoming, professional and completely accommodating of all of our needs and wishes.
A truly magical lodge, we will be back over and over again.
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Date of stay: March 2021
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Response from Corlia JANSE VAN RENSBURG, Guest Services / Front Office at Rogge Cloof
Responded Apr 1, 2021
Dear Daniel Thank you very much for the kind and positive feedback. We would love to have all of you back at Rogge Cloof many, many times. Thank you for choosing Rogge Cloof for this event in 2021 and the thought of possibly having you back for an annual running event, is tremendously exciting. Kind Regards, Corlia
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We had a 2 night stay at Rogge Cloof as part of a post lock down road trip from Johannesburg through the Karoo.
This really is a very special place. The rooms are lovely and modern with a big warm fire place and ample wood, the farm is huge and has got more animals than we ever expected.
The people however are what make this place so special. Andre and Corlia from the time of booking were superstars and they took care of us like we were old friends. A special treat was when the young and passionate rangers Sam and Franco introduced us to the cheetah twins. The chef made sure we were well fed with his delicious food.
We never got stars, we got beautiful snow and were richer for the kind and lovely people who are Rogge Cloof.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Response from Corlia JANSE VAN RENSBURG, Revenue Management at Rogge Cloof
Responded Sep 2, 2020
Dear Natalyn You ARE family! You became part of this special Rogge Cloof family the moment you clicked 'confirm' on your booking and we loved spoiling you to the special experiences here at the Reserve! Thank you again for choosing to come here and remember - family MUST visit at least once a year! Stay well until next time and thank you so much for the kind review. Rogge Cloof Team (....family)
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Our road trip included Sutherland to view the stars. Rogge Cloof is a pleasant surprise and for the first time I really appreciated the Karoo. The Eco Village is a beautiful place, blending in with nature. Attention to detail in the interior decorating of the secluded accommodation is outstanding and the fireplace a blessing. Fabulous linen and bedding. All the meals were beautifully presented and delicious. We loved every moment of our stay at Rogge Cloof. Involved and informed management and staff. Just keep in mind that the travel time from the main road to the Eco Village is approximately 30 minutes on a dirt road.
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Response from Corlia JANSE VAN RENSBURG, Guest Services / Front Office at Rogge Cloof
Responded Sep 22, 2021
Dear Cecile Thank you so much for the kind review. We really appreciate it! Kind Regards, Rogge Cloof Team
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Rogge Cloof is the perfect place to recharge a bit. Will strongly recommend it to outdoorsy people, with an appreciation for nature. Such friendly staff, and wonderful food, especially for meat lovers.
It has free wifi, but no other cellphone signal, which is not necessarily a bad thing if you want to unwind.
Cottages are clean, with everything one will need. Perfect for summer and winter, as it has a pool, and various hiking routes.
We will definitely be back for a hike to Salpeterkop.
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Corlia JANSE VAN RENSBURG, Guest Services / Front Office at Rogge Cloof
Responded Oct 11, 2021
Dear Jana Wonderful review - thank you so very much! We are looking forward to your return visit and to showing you the amazing view of the Karoo from the top of Salpeterkop Volcano. Kind Regards, Rogge Cloof Team
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We recently spent a weekend at Rogge Cloof, a long promised treat for our grandson and had a truly unforgettable experience. We were accommodated in the Orion Suites which were comfortable and charming, dined in style in the warm dining room, did a couple of the tours on offer and had a look at the stars after the best presentation on offer in Sutherland. The staff were really helpful and enthusiastic. The overall feeling of our family is that we will be going back to do a couple of the tours for which we did not have time. A Wonderful weekend all round, for which many thanks
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Dear Michael
Please accept our sincere apologies for only responding today. We are accepting bookings from guests who are travelling for any reason as allowed by the current Regulations. Please feel free to send us an e-mail with your specific requirements and we will provide you with all the relevant information to inform your decision.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Kind Regards, Corlia Janse van Rensburg
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$138 - $148 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaNorthern CapeSutherland
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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