The Galaxy

Reviews

• "Warm cosy stay with everything we needed!"

  17 September 2018

  "What a lovely spacious cottage in one of Sutherland's historical buildings. Everything we need and more - such great value for money. Ronelle was there to meet us and what a treat to find electric blankets and wall heater panels to make the place warm and cosy. Wish we could have stayed longer! We'll be back!"

• "Chill out at the Galaxy"

  30 November 2017

  "We have just spent three marvellous days slowing down and relaxing in Sutherland. With easy access to the stargazing ( if you have any flexibility in your schedule, check the phase of the moon for the best effects ), the Galaxy offers clean and very comfortable accommodation and a charming host in Kobus."

• "Spacious, comfortable and immaculate"

  16 October 2017

  "Clean, spacious and comfortable. Welcoming Earl Grey tea, coffee and rusks set out for guests. Lovely garden and bird life - we enjoyed watching the red-faced Mouse birds in the blossom trees just out side our bedroom window. Many thanks!"

• "Visit to SALT"

  16 September 2017

  "Kobus is a gracious host, always willing to help with advice and reservations."

• "Comfortable"

  05 September 2017

  "We were warmly received by Kobus. Our rooms were clean, comfortable and warm."

• "The cottage was equipped with everything we needed."

  03 August 2017

  "The cottage was comfortable and really had everything to make our stay enjoyable. The owner Kobus was friendly and helpful and always ready for a chat. We will definitely stay at The Galaxy if we visit Sutherland again. The photo on the website is of the main house and not the actual cottage which is at the back of the house but should not discourage people because the cottage is absolutely beautiful inside."

• "the snow that fell on Sunday"

  19 July 2017

  "Our stay in cold Sutherland"

• "Frozen"

  18 July 2017

  "Happy, friendly welcome from Kobus - a very helpful host. Everything was clean and the beds were comfy. However, the room was exceptionally cold and we struggled to start the gas heater. We had expected breakfast as the pics on the website showed a delicious breakfast served on the verandah. We found good food in the town. A tv in the room would be nice. Sutherland is an isolated beautiful frozen gem."

• "Wonderful stay in wintery Sutherland!"

  17 June 2017

  "Sweet, comfortable cottages within walking distance of a couple of restaurants. Such a lovely host too!"

• "Enjoyable stay with Friendly management"

  05 October 2016

  "We had a great stay in the cottage with 4 people, the facilities are perfect, especially the ability to make a fire outside and watch the stars.<br/><br/>The owners are very friendly and will go out of their way to help you.<br/><br/>PS the lamb shank at cluster d Haut was excellent."

• "Gasvry"

  11 August 2016

  "Heerlik gewees. Niks meer nodig. Dankie vir die gasvryheid."

• "Wonderful Stay"

  10 August 2016

  "Our stay at Galaxy was really wonderful. Our hosts were very pleasant and although it was cold, there were heaters and electric blankets.<br/>They were also very helpful and made wonderful recommendations as to where to eat in Sutherland. Really enjoyed our stay."

• "Plattelandse gasvryheid"

  25 January 2016

  "Groot was ons konsternasie toe ons in Sutherland aankom en die krag is af want ons het gehoop om geld te trek en kos te koop! Teen hierdie tyd van ons vakansie is ons al 3 maaltye en `n nagrus agter (Tankwa hitte + slegte beplanning) en het ons verskriklik uitgesien na `n goeie ontbyt.<div>Gelukkig het Kobus ons ter redde gekom met spek, eiers en roosterbrood uit die goedheid van sy hart! Graag wil ons net baie dankie s vir hierdie ligtepunt op daai donker dag.</div><div>Die Galaxy is mooi skoon met lekker snoesige komberse. Hul het ook `n teleskoop! Ongelukkig kon ons dit nie toets nie aangesien dit die hele dag bewolk was. Hul is tans besig met opknapping en ons glo dit kan net verbeter!</div>"

• "Heart-felt Hospitality!"

  08 May 2015

  "I stayed for one night at The Galaxy to visit SALT. A really hospitable stay and a breakfast so filling I couldn't eat again until the evening. <br />"

• "Very pleasant stay at The Galaxy"

  24 March 2015

  "<p>We had a very pleasant and comfortable stay at The Galaxy. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful and also provided us with a delicious breakfast before departure.</p><p></p>"

• "Return to The Galaxy"

  09 March 2015

  "This was my second time at The Galaxy and once again Betsy and Kobus welcomed us with their warm hospitality, excellent breakfast and deep knowledge of the area."

• "Exceptional value"

  23 December 2014

  "Koos and Betsie were the most delightful, helpful and attentive hosts. We stayed in the outside cottage which needs a little TLC but offers comfy beds, spacious showers and is spotlessly clean. All in all exceptional value for money."

• "Stay at Galaxy 8 Nov"

  10 November 2014

  "It was nice, the people were warm, friendly and hospitable."

• "Our stay"

  15 September 2014

  "Good hosts excellent breakfasts would return if in the area."

• "GREAT STARS AT THE GALAXY"

  31 March 2014

  "We stayed at The Galaxy on Saturday night and encountered wonderful hospitality from Betsie and Kobus Muller, the charming and delightful owners of this quaint B&B. The rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable, the breakfast which they personally served was generous and tasty, typical Karoo morning fare from fruit cocktail (including prickly pear), juice, warm oats with cinnamon, coffee and tea, full cooked breakfast of eggs, sausage, bacon, etc..it kept us bikers going for half the day! And there was very little about Sutherland and its history the Mullers did not know and they share their fascinating knowledge enthusiastically, and all of this for R320 a head. We will be back!We cannot recommend The Galaxy highly enough - what a pleasure. Thank you again Betsie and Kobus"

• "Home away from home"

  07 September 2013

  "Betsie and Kobus could not be more welcoming and accommodating. The cottage is more than adequate and has all the comforts to keep one warm during the cold winter nights. Make sure you spend some time in Sutherland and arrange to visit the church and do a walking tour of the town. Fascinating history and very friendly locals. Obviously one visits SAAO and SALT but would recommend the day tour as you get to see SALT up close and the views from the mountain top are out of this world. The stars are exceptional and the local tour is really interesting. Dress warmly as no matter how many layers you have on you will still be cold. Being able to cater for yourself is really nice and the breakfast served by Betsie and Kobus is wonderful on the enclosed, warm, sunny veranda. Highly recommend The Galaxy."