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If you are looking for something intimate, peaceful and away from the busy life then this is for you 
Refiloe
April 9, 2025 It was a good stay overall 
Mendy
March 30, 2025 This was an amazing experience outside of city life. The accommodation is well equipped with insect repellents to make your stay even that more comfortable. The scenery is beautiful and... read more 
Herr Thapelo
February 15, 2025
Excellent attention to detail, perfect natural ambience, friendly staff and a feeling of total relaxation. Patsy is a winner! 😀
My mom and I stayed at Kokiville Homestead for one night to celebrate her birthday, and it was an unforgettable experience! We stayed in "Patsy," the stunningly converted old school bus, which was cozy and comfortable with a touch of luxury. It is equipped with a double bed, en-suite bathroom, and kitchenette.Some of the highlights of our stay were the food garden, where we picked and ate some juicy figs, exploring the property’s charming footpaths, known as the Snail Trail, the sensory garden at night with all it's cute solar garden lights & wind chimes and the enchanting Fairy Garden!We had SO much fun searching for all the hidden fairies scattered throughout the garden. The creativity and detail put into the experience were truly magical! Despite our best efforts, there was one fairy we couldn’t find—even after going back the next morning to look again. But it gives us a reason to return, as we are determined to complete our fairy hunt!The hosts, Gavin and Janine'spassion for nature and self-sufficient living was evident throughout the property, and their hospitality and our interesting conversations made our stay even more memorable.The peaceful bushveld setting, complete with stunning views and the sounds of nature, made it a perfect retreat. Despite its serene setting, it is situated just 10 minutes away from Nelspruit and easily accessible with any vehicle.I HIGHLY recommend Kokiville Homestead for anyone looking for a unique and rejuvenating getaway, it was honestly my best 'sleepover' ever! I can't wait to come back for another visit—both to relax and to solve the mystery of the missing fairy!
We loved staying in the tipi — a real camping experience but with more creature comforts (including great WiFi) and no need to pitch a tent! We loved the incredible views, the amazing birds, the vegetation, the outdoor bath, and the lovely walks. Janine and Gavin are wonderful hosts and have created something truly special with Kokiville. Do be prepared for extreme heat in summer — the tent includes a big fan but I recommend bringing a handheld fan, lots of cold drinks, and a cooler box with plenty of ice 😅
Enjoyed every moment of staying there. Make sure to spend time on the snail trail!
Tranquil area to visit if you want to get out and see something else around Mbombela. You will need a vehicle with a bigger ground clearance to get there though
Immense love and attention to detail has gone into Kokiville. It is quirky and unique. We have stayed in the bus Patsy and in the Boxes and have enjoyed the tasteful decor and all the little extras that Janine and Gavin so generously provide . The units even have olive oil and sweeties on the bed and a games box . I love the house plants in the rooms and all the special touches. Fabulous value for money . The snail trail is special as is the food garden with all the interesting unusual fruit. It is peaceful and private with a lovely bushveld feel . Definitely worth spending more than one night here
Perfect location for a break-away. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the TeePee tent
We saw this place on facebook and managed to make a booking online from Kasane - Botswana. What attracted us to this place was the unique accomo types they have specifically the bus and boxes. Also the owners are so friendly and are the ones whoa assisted us with information about shuttle services as there is no Uber in Nelspruit. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back and explore the tent and the tree house (currently under construction). The place is accessible, with wifi and hot water always.
First stay - Box 1:Kokiville Homestead is a very special place. The hosts, Gavin and Jeanine have built, and offer a truly unique experience to those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of life and experience the homestead lifestyle in comfort and style.We recently spent a weekend in the "boxes" - remarkably well appointed container units with absolutely everything you need and more. The decor is beautiful and the surrounds even more so.Highly recommended as a tranquil weekend away in the natural beauty of the Nelspruit bush with plenty to learn and experience should you wish to explore.--------------------------------------------------------Fourth Stay: The TipiYes, were back again!How could we not be after the three glorious trips to Kokiville.This weekend we moved from our standing favorite, the pet friendly - "Box 1" and ventured deeper into the bush landing up at the perfect little Oasis that is the Tipi!Our stay in this very unique, comfortable and exciting space over the Easter weekend was very special.We loved the views and wide open spaces. The intrigue and excitement of staying in a Tipi carried through the entire 5 night stay and kept us absolutely enthralled. As is their (Gavin and Janine) signature, the unit is well through out, stylish, comfortable and filled with all you need to have a comfortable stay.The weekend was filled with bon fires, naps, reading books again (when alst did you have time for that!?) Quality time with both, our family, but also with our hosts who, over our many visits to Kokiville (4) have become very close friends!We can't wait to be back again soon.Patsy, we have our eye on you! 🚐
Kokiville is an absolute gem and we would highly recommend choosing any of the beautiful rooms here for your next stay!We were so lucky and grateful to find this accommodation when we ran the Elands Valley Marathon in March 2024. We booked the boxes, Patsy and the Tipi.We'd rate 5 Stars for everything:- The location is absolutely beautiful and super convenient very close to nearby shops and amenities and easy to access;- The accommodation itself is exquisitely designed and luxuriously furnished, staying there really is a treat;- The hosts are totally divine, very kind and caring, they really went the extra mile;- Your money goes a long way in terms of the value you get back (off the grid, fresh milk the fridge, biscuits & coffee pods too!);- & By staying here you're supporting a really cool couple's retirement dream, people who care about the environment and who are staying to make SA work.We look forward to visiting again hopefully in the near future!
We thought that the scenic location is the prize, little did we know that the hosts Janine and Gavin would become a family away from home for us! We hosted an event here in the first week in September with the pinnacle of it being conversing on changing the trajectory of our country’s future, the warmth received and amazing thought-through accommodation setting much of the tone we needed for this experience. We stayed in the Patsy bus, an absolute treat and luxury-on-wheels.Looking forward to our next stay here and future events we will collaborate on with Kokiville! 🥂
