My husband and I had the opportunity to spend two days in the tucked away little piece of heaven at Hands on Retreat. From the moment we arrived we were spoiled. Every moment was made special with the professional therapist that never made you feel uncomfortable with any therapy session. Every meal from the special pic nic basket packed with... More

After a week of business meetings in SA, I booked my last night/day in Joberg before heading back to the U.S. After checking out the typical hotels online, I was lucky to happen upon the Hands On Healing Retreat Center. It's like a park within a quiet suburb (30 min from airport). Karen's kind attention maked it effortless to relax.... More

Good day, Firstly Karin as a Manager you truly do inspire me, being so busy yet always on top of things and making sure your clients are happy and checked on. The retreat was much needed for both my wife and I, not forgetting our baby on board(",)... I totally loved and enjoyed every minute at Hands On Retreat, from... More

What a special weekend away! We were treated from the minute we got there until we left on Sunday. All the staff went out of their way to make our stay a memorable one! The food was great, the massages wonderful, the gardens magical and the time we got to spend together even better. Thanks to everyone at Hands on... More

My wife and I enjoyed staying at Hands on Retreat. The room was comfortable and we liked the ambiance of the garden. Karin Abrahams, the Guest House Manager, was most attentitive. The breakfast was very good, but could do with more fruit. Location was excellent to our family in the Sandton area.

Great place, great food and great massages! Took my wife there for a valentines day treat. Awesome experience will definitely go back.

We had the best food, best treatments, best massages, best hospitality from ALL the staff and the most comfortable room ever!!! Thank you everyone for a great experience!! Hellmuth and Ilze

Whilst Hands On Retreat does have most of the amenities that a travelling business person would be looking for it seems more suited to the couples looking for a getaway. The pace is a tad slow and the facilites are rustic. Thissaid, the room I had was spacious and there was a small desk where you could work. There is... More

My wife and I stay over for a romantic couples weekend from the 10th to the 12th of February 2012. At first I was not sure what to expect, the reviews sounded great but it seemed as if it was aimed at a more mature market. However, we were surprised, it is perfect for couples of all ages, newly married... More