Our collection of converted heritage townhouses and Redcliffe House offer you all the spoils of five-star hospitality and the privacy of individual accommodations. With their entrances onto a cobbled lane adjoining the main hotel, they create the feel of a secluded quarter in the suburb.
But around the corner, the cafés, wine bars, boutiques and interior design shops of Kloof Street are giving Gardens – one of Cape Town’s oldest and most sophisticated neighbourhoods – a fresh buzz. From your home for the holiday, it is for you to decide how much or little to do…
The Hotel Concierge is always available to assist and More Quarters is an ideal base from which to explore the city, surrounding beaches, mountains, and winelands… And to come back to, where you can kick off your shoes and flop on the couch.
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Mack & Madi Kids' Adventure Explorers programme
Mack & Madi Kids' Adventure Explorers programme
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More Quarters Hotel
More Quarters welcomes you!
Luxury Room – lounge/kitchenette
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Luxury Room – patio area
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Breakfast buffet
Redcliffe House – private chef, by arrangement
Redcliffe House – kitchen
Redcliffe House – en-suite bedroom
Redcliffe House – private patio with Table Mountain view
Redcliffe House – private patio with Table Mountain view
Redcliffe House – private pool
Redcliffe House – private pool
Redcliffe House – lounge
Redcliffe House – exterior view
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Luxury Room – en-suite bathroom
Family Room with private balcony/patio
Family Room – twin bed set-up
Family Room – living area
Enjoy a cup of MORE Coffee on your private patio
Luxury Room with private patio
Luxury Room – kitchenette/lounge
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Perfect for the whole family
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More Quarters welcomes you – hotel front view
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Visual Tour of More Quarters
Choose your favourite – each has a character and appeal of its own, no one better than the last. All 19 Luxury Rooms feature a spacious bedroom, en-suite bathroom, TV lounge, and a handy little kitchenette.
– King-sized bed, convertible to ¾-bed set – Separate bath and shower – Botanical-infused Africology amenities – Robes and slippers – Smeg kitchen appliances – Pre-stocked minibar – Satellite television – Air conditioning
Each of the two Family Rooms (for groups of friends, too) includes a second en-suite bedroom. When laid out for younger children, it’s just like home – only better! – and will have them settled in no time. Baby cots are available.
– King-sized bed and kids’ ¾-bed set – Kids’ toys, games, beach buckets and spades – Two en-suites, with separate bath and shower – Botanical-infused Africology amenities – Kiddies’ own amenities and bath-time toys – Robes and slippers – for boys and girls, too – Smeg kitchen appliances – Pre-stocked minibar – Satellite television – Air conditioning
More Quarters Residence (four bedrooms)
A private, exclusive-use holiday house in the heart of Cape Town for a family or group of friends.
– Four bedrooms each with a king-sized bed or ¾-twin bed set, topped by down duvets and pillows – Four en-suite bathrooms, stocked with organic Africology bath/shower and body products – Kitchen fully-equipped with Smeg appliances and a Nespresso coffee machine – Dining room, with a 10-seater table – BBQ courtyard equipped with a gas Weber Braai (barbeque) and a bistro set – Sitting room, with satellite television, and featuring a wood-burning fireplace – Lounge deck furnished with a sofa set – Swimming pool and sun deck, with two cushioned loungers and a bistro set – Housekeeping service daily – Wi-Fi access throughout house
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Cooking Equipment, Cooking Facilities, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Iron / Ironing Board, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
This tour gives a very personal and authentic look into life in the townships.
The tour begins with a stop in at the More Community Foundation - supported Injongo Educare Crèche, Mfuleni where guests can help to make or serve the children breakfast, and read, play ball and have singalongs with them. This is followed by a short walk down the road to where the crèche began at the home of inspirational founder, Mavis Ngcongolo who will be there to greet the group.
Then it’s on to the township of Khayelitsha where guests can see the whole of Cape Town’s biggest location from Lookout Hill at the Tourism Centre, before taking a drive through the streets, hearing about its history and people as they go.
The tour’s last stop is Langa (meaning ‘sun’) and arguably Cape Town’s most vibrant and progressive settlement. Here, guests visit Langa Heritage Museum in The Old Pass Court building, Guga Sthebe Arts & Culture Centre for local empowerment, and Langa Quarter where the Ikhaya Le Langa project is furthering social enterprise and creating a tourism hotspot.
– Departure times: After breakfast and lunch – meet at hotel reception – Travel time: ±40 minutes (one way) – Tour duration: 3–4 hours – Number of guests: 2–7 – Cost: POA
As the sun dawns on your special day, celebrate the occasion with a sunrise picnic on Signal Hill. Romantic, exciting, it’s befitting any event from a birthday to anniversary, or proposal… At the most scenic lookout point, we’ll pop the bubbly and lay on treats especially for you.
– Cost: POA
More Quarters – The Breakfast Room
The hotel's à la carte menu of warm dishes is wholly satisfying, including familiar and spiced-up favourites. But if you can’t wait to get out and explore Cape Town, the deli-style buffet offers grab-’em-and-go options, like bottled smoothies and breakfast pots, whole fruit, and fresh muffins and pastries.
The chefs will also happily cater for any dietary preferences – children have their own breakfasts to choose from, too – and requirements (vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, etc.). And if later on you’re feeling a bit peckish, there are always treats to look forward to by way of afternoon tea…
Breakfast: 7:00am to 10:30am
Your Stay
4 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
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5 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 21
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Cycling, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Wine
Nestled in an ancient Milkwood forest in the peaceful Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, surrounded by rolling hills of fynbos and majestic mountains, The Forest Lodge features 16 freestanding luxury suites beneath an ancient forest canopy. Each of the suites is stylishly furnished with canopy beds, spacious en-suite bathrooms, separate lounges with cosy fireplaces and private wooden decks with spectacular panoramic views. The lodge features a variety of elegant dining venues, a bar, lounge, curio shop and conference centre. Spacious wooden decks and an infinity pool beckon you to relax and unwind. As the evening descends, cosy fireplaces and subtle lighting create a warm, romantic atmosphere for the perfect dining experience.
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Sunset View from Forest LodgeEnjoy breathtaking views over Walker Bay to the distant Cape of Good Hope
Suite BedroomFloor-to-ceiling windows and a giant canopy bed enrich your experience.
Forest LodgeMain Forest Lodge with infinity pool.
Suite BathroomA separate shower and toilet, as well as an en-suite bathroom give you the ultimate in privacy and convenience.
Forest Lodge RestaurantA culinary and sensory experience here that you won’t soon forget.
Forest Lodge LoungeRelaxing times in the Forest Lodge lounge.
Forest Lodge EntranceView when entering Forest Lodge.
One-Bedroom Luxury SuiteSecluded, tranquil and opulent, these are suites for romance, contemplation and connecting deeply with both nature and yourself.
Forest Lodge Champagne BarWith its clean lines, elegant ceilings and expansive windows, Forest Lodge is the place you retreat to for blissful contemplation or for connecting with yourself or nature.
Forest Lodge Wine CellarThe Forest Lodge Wine Cellar is the perfect venue for a romantic candle-lit dinner.
Suite LoungeUnderfloor heating, heated towel rails and a cozy fireplace add the extra comfort factor.
Forest Lodge BomaA magical boma under Milkwoof trees for experiential dining.
Forest Lodge Pool DeckAn infinity pool and cocktail deck with unbeatable views.
Forest Lodge Pool DeckWhether you sit out on our deck in the fresh air or snuggle by the fire, you’ll enjoy a culinary and sensory experience here that you won’t soon forget.
Forest Lodge BarGaze at the ocean views and while sipping on award-winning wines.
Forest Lodge Outside DecksA sophisticated modern design that reflects the natural beauty of its surroundings.
Culinary ExperiencesMeals at our restaurant are perfect for enjoying time with loved ones, as you gaze at the ocean views and taste award-winning wines from local producers, all recommended by our expert sommelier.
Culinary ExperiencesHome-made honey ice-cream made with the single blossom Grootbos Erica irregularis honey.
One-Bedroom Luxury Suite
Each suite features a spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom with double washbasins, double shower and bath, separate lounge with tea & coffee making facilities and a separate bathroom, minibar, cosy fireplace, flatscreen TV and DVD player for in-room entertainment. The spacious suites open out onto a private deck with outside showers overlooking Walker Bay. Two of the 16 Suites do have a private plunge pool on the deck (no additional costs).
- Unbeatable views from all rooms in the suite - Freestanding suite nestled in the ancient Milkwood Forest - Fresh fruit basket in suite daily - Cozy Fireplace - Air-conditioning - Outside Shower - Under floor Heating - Free Wi-Fi - DVD Player & Satellite TV - Minibar - Tea- & Coffee making facilities
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Underfloor Heating
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Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card, Room Service
There’s something special about seeing a place on horseback. Take a slow trot as you appreciate the views or ride down the sweeping sand dunes, the fresh air filling your lungs and exhilaration pumping through your veins.
Horse riding at Grootbos is suitable for anyone, whether you’re a complete novice or a more experienced rider. Go for a relaxed ride through the fynbos or ride one of our special horses that are specifically trained for the beach. Our 22 horses at the Grootbos stables are well exercised and expertly trained, while all of our guides have years of experience in dealing with these noble animals.
The Southern Right whales visit Walker Bay each year and being witness to them in action whilst they breach and blow is a very special experience to observe.These peaceful giants of the deep come to Walker Bay to mate and calf in the sanctuary of the Bay.. The Walker Bay rocky outcrops offer close viewing points from elevated positions.The Grootbos guides know all the best spots and this guided experience is an experience of a lifetime.
Grootbos Nature Reserve has an exclusive boat trip, through Dyer Island Cruises, leaving every morning from Kleinbaai harbour. Besides seeing the amazing whales, this trip offers a complete experience of the Marine Big5, which includes the whales, dolphins, African Penguins, Cape Fur Seals and surface viewing of the Great White Shark. The boat comfortably accommodates 20 guests, has a toilet, upper decks, shelter from the sun as well as snacks and drinks provided onboard. The boat also has specialized guides, who can provide all the facts about the whales as well as other interesting information about the magnificent marine life. As these gentle giants are very curious, they often swim right up to the boat to get a better view of the boat and the guests. This trip takes about 2 hours and is a marine experience not to be missed!
Boat-based whale watching is not part of the standard Grootbos activities included in your rate.
One of the most exciting experiences at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is the Great White Shark cage diving. Gansbaai has the reputation for being the shark capital of the world. Divers and adventurers travel from all over the world to watch this magnificent creature in the waters around Dyer Island. Every day a number of boats leave Kleinbaai harbour to spend a few hours on the water to view the Great White Sharks from the boat or to go diving in a cage with these elegant and large predators. This is a once in a lifetime experience not to be missed!
Cage Diving (No diving experience required!) This is truly one of the most adventurous activities on our planet, coming face to face with the Great White Shark. No diving experience is required, and all equipment is provided on board. When the sharks are around the boat, the divers get into the cage and the shark is lured to within meters from the cage. As the shark approaches, divers duck under water and marvel in amazement as this awe inspiring creature swims past the cage.
Surface Viewing Grootbos guests have the choice to either enter the cage on the shark boat or view these magnificent creatures from the top deck of the boat. Surface Viewing is normally suitable for people wanting to see the shark from out of water and not necessarily come face to face with it inside the water. However, it is often commented that one gets a better view of the sharks from the top deck.
Shark Cage Diving is not part of the standard Grootbos activities included in your rate.
Keep still, listen intently and you’ll be amazed at the things you learn on a botanical safari. With the richest temperate flora in the world and six completely new species never discovered by science before, your time at Grootbos will mean that you’ll never look at plants and flowers in quite the same way again.
The 800 recorded plant species in our 2500 hectares of pristine wilderness will bring the fascinating story of fynbos and forest to life as you touch, smell and see the natural miracles that surround you. Learn how a sunbird’s beak fits perfectly into a flower, why the honey our bees produce is completely unique and how important ravaging fires are for bringing forth new life.
As a guest at Grootbos, there are so many different ways to enjoy the beach. You can take a long, relaxing walk on a solitary shore; laze in the sun on the luxurious white sand; or explore the unique coastal ecosystem while looking out for frolicking whales.
Our guides know exactly where to take you for the best swimming, tanning, walking, whale watching, angling and several other oceanic experiences on offer. We’ll transport you to and from the beach and provide you with a picnic lunch and all the beach accessories you need to enjoy your day in the sun.
Grootbos also offers guided beach tours where you can learn about the unique intertidal ecosystem; the abundant marine life; the coastal vegetation; and the geological forces that gave this coast its dramatic form.
A Bird's eyeview of Birding at Grootbos Birding is akin to stargazing. On cloudless days, you see a myriad of these jewels flickering and floating in the sky, and once you know where and what to look for, you are transfixed by the ethereal pattern and order in their endless motion. The Grootbos reserve and surrounding areas are a magnet to a wide variety of rare and endemic bird species feeding and breeding in the rich and diverse habitats. You know birding is not for the birds when you see how the Malachite Sunbird, with its bright green iridescent plumage, compete for attention with the flowering aloes and proteas. Grootbos is a birder friendly establishment endorsed by Birdlife SA. Our knowledgeable guides are geared to give bird watchers of all levels a winged overview of these magnificent creatures that enliven our skies and flora with their beauty and procreative activities. Let's face it, the dazzling tapestry of fynbos wildflowers on Grootbos is not meant to attract tourists - the colourful displays of petals are nature's magic to lure birds and other pollinators to their nectar in exchange for spreading their pollen.
The beaks of the conspicuous endemic Orange-breasted Sunbird and the Southern Double-collared Sunbird are tailor-made for sipping the sweet stuff from the floral tubes of the various Erica species. You cannot miss the male Cape Sugarbird, with its ridiculously long tail (almost 70% of its total length), feeding on the nectar of Protea species. The impressive tail is solely a decorative testimony to manhood - the longer, the better! They whip their tails to attract females and ward off rivals. In breeding season (September to April) Grootbos guests will encounter a magnitude of feisty and friendly fellows sticking together albeit they are not of the same feather. The diverse habitats - from fynbos, Milkwood and Afromontane forests to riverine scrub and mountain slopes - accommodate at least 120 different bird species, of which 30% are endemic or near endemic to Southern Africa. These include specials such as the Knysna Woodpecker, Cape Clapper-lark and the Southern Tchagra.
Flagship raptors of the area are the majestic Black Harrier, Jackal Buzzard, Forest Buzzard and African Fish-Eagle. The nearby agricultural fields are home to Blue Cranes, the Agulhas Long-billed Lark and the Denham’s Bustard. Coastal Birding Tours Grootbos, in partnership with Dyer Island Cruises, also takes guests on a "game viewing" cruise to Dyer Island, where endemics such as the African Black Oystercatcher, Hartlaub’s Gull, Crowned-, Cape- and Bank Cormorant, African Penguin as well as the Cape Gannet flourish. Pelagic species such as the Shy Albatross, Sooty Shearwater and Giant Petrels are also seen from time to time.
The Klipgat Cave outside De Kelders evokes vivid images of pre-historic times when modern man lived haply in symbiotic harmony with nature off the bounty of land and sea when the coastline was still kilometres away. This historical site in the Walker Bay was home to Middle Stone Age peoples some 70 000 to 80 000 years ago when large antelope such as black wildebeest and the extinct “blaauwbok” still abounded in the bay where dolphins, seals and whales now flourish.
Archaeological findings indicate that these primitive folks mainly lived off plants and smaller animals such as dune mole rats, tortoises and hares. They hunted steenbok and eland, while seabirds, shellfish and seals also formed an important part of their diet.
Dubbed Klipgat Cave (stone with a hole) after the remarkable window-like openings in the limestone rock formations that yield spectacular views of the bay and sea, the site is one of the most important cultural assets in the Western Cape. Innumerable stories of the perils and pleasures of yesteryear’s peoples unfold as layer upon layer of deposits reveal fascinating secrets of the tides, temperatures and living conditions of those early times. Later Stone Age pastoralists, believed to be the Khoekhoen/Khoikhoi, already kept sheep, and probably even cattle and dogs, in this area as early as 2 000 years ago.
They chiselled tools such as “needles” and “spatulas” out of bone to create ornaments, shell beads and pendants. Ostrich eggs were fashioned into water flasks, and tortoise shells served as bowls. These artefacts and bone samples are on display in the Cape Town Museum.
Unfortunately, the bulk of tell-tale everyday details of the loves and losses of man’s early ancestors is forever buried in the crags and crevices of this early home. Around 1713, a devastating smallpox epidemic claimed the lives of the entire local human population. The Klipgat Cave is of World Heritage significance and managed by Cape Nature Conservation.
For those who just want to relax we offer an array of spa treatments. It is time to tip-toe into a slower world where the mind can drift away on the vapors of luxurious scents, such as sandalwood, arnica and buchu, while the body melts under the soothing touch of our fully qualified beauty therapist. Pampering takes place in the comfort of your own suite. For the tired body, a therapeutic full body massage is a definite must, leaving you in a state of absolute calmness. For the weary feet, reflexology, including a footbath, will most certainly do the trick. Manicures, pedicures, facials and a host of other treatments are available on request in our Bloom Beauty Salon or in the privacy of the suites at Grootbos.
Spa Treatments are not part of the standard Grootbos activities included in your rate.
Enjoy an entrancing stroll through our Milkwood forest or a more revitalising hike up our fynbos-clad mountains, as you begin to understand what makes Grootbos quite so special. From a sunbird sipping from a flower to an ocean vista that leaves you breathless, surprises await you around every corner.
Trails are all well marked and you can choose between self-guided walks or guided walks, to learn more about these fascinating and secretive eco-systems. Gaze into the petals of a King Protea, breathe in the blackcurrant scent of buchu or simply listen to the exquisite silence that surrounds you.
Hop aboard the Lady Stanford river boat for a iconic and tranquil river cruise that winds its way gently along the picturesque Klein River, toward the Hermanus lagoon. Spend time on the open upper and lower decks of this modern eco-friendly river boat with its quiet, four-stroke boat engines, as you watch a kaleidoscope of natural colour go by.
No expense has been spared when it comes to comfort and luxury on board this vessel that most definitely stands out from the rest. A qualified skipper and experienced interactive guide, who intimately knows the river and all it has to offer, will ensure this journey is a memorable one. The Klein River features more than a hundred bird species which include majestic fish eagles, a flamboyance of pink flamingos and the ever spectacular, blue crane. Keep an eye out for otters, bontebok and horses grazing on the fertile river banks, as you make your way toward the lagoon. Lady Stanford runs daily trips for individual passengers as well as being available exclusively for private functions. The boat can comfortably accommodate 26 passengers.
The River Cruise is not part of the standard Grootbos activities included in your rate.
Take a tour with heart as you discover how the entire Grootbos experience has been designed around benefitting the community and environment around you. Learn and connect as you witness how our various projects are changing lives and conserving this protected wilderness.
What is progressive tourism? It’s a term we coined to explain a new way of living that is at the heart of the entire Grootbos experience. It’s about every action we take benefitting someone else or having a positive impact on the environment. From the freshly grown tomatoes you eat at lunch, to the recycled candles in your room, to the earrings you buy at the gift shop – we’re constantly seeking out new ways to create sustainable livelihoods for the people who call this unique area home.
This is the ultimate ride from Grootbos Nature Reserve down the mountain to the top of the Sand Dunes. The trail to the dunes is special, running on a narrow sandy horse trail through the Fynbos. When reaching the dunes we will make our way up and across to reach a fantastic downhill section where we will pick up speed before reaching the top of our first vertical dune face. After a briefing on how to ride down the dune we down the face but for those just wanting an easy ride you can go around the side where it is an easy slope. The dune face may feel impossible and dangerous to do but the ride is in fact very controlled and the sand will slow the bike down.
What your mind tells you is impossible will in fact be very enjoyable and easy. I will be at the bottom of the dunes videoing your challenges so remember to smile. I will also teach you how to do slalom like a skiier on a snow ski slope. This is excellent fun on a bike and not too difficult to achieve. After the dunes we will pick up a 4x4 trail down to the beach. From there we will head back up to the car park but for those who are already tired I can bring the 4x4 down to the rocks so you do not have to ride up.
Fat Biking is not part of the standard Grootbos activities included in your rate.
Visit the home of the recently launched Grootbos Florilegium. The Hannarie Wenhold Botanical Art Gallery built on Grootbos Nature Reserve is an innovative space dedicated to the Florilegium’s fine botanical artworks and is a celebration of the hard work of all involved over the last five years.
The Grootbos Florilegium is the first contemporary African florilegium. Its intention is to celebrate and honor the Cape fynbos and the Cape Floral Kingdom in the southern Overberg, as a valuable botanical heritage of South Africa and as a record of the many rare, endemic and endangered plants of the region. The Florilegium is a global collaboration, featuring carefully selected botanical artists. 35 celebrated artists from South Africa, Zimbabwe, Reunion and the United Kingdom have lent their talent and expertise to the collaboration. A further 9 come from countries including the Netherlands, Brazil, the USA, Japan, Germany, South Korea and Italy.
The Grootbos Florilegium is representing nothing less than the best of the international botanical arts community.
Red Indigo at Forest Lodge
Experience the finest contemporary cuisine in a world-class setting surrounded by exquisite natural beauty. Take in the magnificent panoramic views of Walker Bay and the mountainous planes of pristine fynbos while friendly staff tend to your every culinary desire. And the best part... it's all included in your board.
Savour delectable dishes prepared with organic ingredients produced by our very own Growing the Future food production and social upliftment project.
Delight in the seafood bounty of Walker Bay, enjoy extra-matured beef fillet grilled to perfection and taste award winning wines from local cellars that reflect the essence of the landscape and its people.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Hog Hollow Country Lodge | Plettenberg Bay
"If you can spend a perfectly useless afternoon in a perfectly useless manner, you have learned how to live" Lin Yutang (1895 – 1976)
Set on the edge of indigenous forest, with breathtaking views of the valleys and Tsitsikamma Mountains. Enjoy outstanding cuisine, stylish accommodation, panoramic views and friendly hospitality. Sixteen unique African-styled suites situated in the lush gardens around the main house, offer private wooden decks, hammocks, king-size beds & most have cosy fireplaces.
Mouth watering breakfasts are served out on the boma deck, while scrumptious dinners are served in the conviviality of the main house. Activities: swimming pool, sauna, forest walk, animal sanctuaries, over 50 chartered walks, horse riding, wine estates, golf, world’s highest bungy jump, boat-based whale & dolphin watching, treetops canopy walk.
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An aerial view of Hog Hollow: looking from the gorge towards the pool and main lodge area
And so to sleep: these are double storey rooms - master bed & bathroom upstairs
all rooms have lovely views at Hog Hollow
Breakfast on the deck at Hog Hollow: simply scrumptious!
A breathtaking view from the pool
Downstairs in the lounge, the couch can be made into a double sleeper couch for our junior guests
All the rooms have a similar style, but are different shapes
Hog Hollow Horse Trails - utterly magnificent!
Just across the valley - walk with the elephants at the Elephant Santuary
Birds of Eden: a fascinating experience in this free-flight sanctuary
Monkeyland primate sanctuary: across the valley from Hog Hollow
Main deck and p[ool area
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Pool area , sauna and main deck
Layout of lodge , main building and rooms in surrounding forest
aerial view of lodge main building
Main deck and poool area
Boma deck in the evening
Breakfast
food , glorious food
Delicious food to accommodate all dietaries
Peace and tranquility on the main deck
Main deck in the evening
Bar and wine rack
Convivial atmosphere
Communal dinning or seperate private dinning
Main diining room
Main dinning room
sunrise at hog hollow
Our massive fig tree
Boma evening
Drinks around the fire before dinner
breakfast deck
A boma fire is lit each eveningCredit: Glen Murray
Lovely staff at Hog HollowCredit: Glenn Murray
Dinner on the deck overlooking the forest
Breakfast offerings
Poll with forest in the background
Pool chill area
Fifteen meter long pool , ideal for swimming and exercise
Place to chill and enjoy
The beautiful location of the pool
Pool with sauna , wc and showers
Perfect place to catch some rays and enjoy the surrounds
Massages & reflexology on the treatment deck (or in the privacy of your room)
Spacious suites with views
All rooms can be double or twin
No tv , but WIFI, minibar, coffee station and views
Comfy beds overlooking the forest
Bedtime stories are part of our turndown surprise
Headboards with usb, reading lights and rechargeable lamps
Private balcony to relax
Aircon in all the rooms
All rooms have baths and showers
Family suite with sleeper coach downstairs
Family suite with mater bedroom upstairs
Family suite view
Through the forest to the room
Family suite bathroom
Family suite bathroom
Hog Hollow Country Lodge
Hog Hollow Country Lodge
Situated in the lush gardens surrounding the main lodge. Double or twin bedded, with en-suite bathrooms (separate bath & showers) lounge area and a private wooden deck. A cosy fireplace, mini-bar, wi-fi, tea & coffee station, delicious cookies and popcorn and aircon.
Double storey accommodation. Situated in the lush gardens surrounding the main lodge. Double or twin bedded, with en-suite bathrooms (separate bath & showers) lounge area and a private wooden decks on the upper and lower levels.
These suites can also be used for for families travelling and can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children aged 12 and under sharing accommodation. Parents are accommodated upstairs in the master bedroom (with en-suite bathroom), while the children are accommodated downstairs in the lounge area. In the evening the double sleeper couch and an ottoman, which is shorter than a single bed, are made up for the children.
The family would share the same bathroom facilities upstairs.
No fireplaces in these suites as a precaution for when children are accommodated there.
Mini-bar, hi-fi, wi-fi, tea & coffee station, delicious cookies and popcorn and aircon.
Hog Hollow Country Lodge: Main Lodge
"If you can spend a perfectly useless afternoon in a perfectly useless manner, you have learned how to live" Lin Yutang (1895 – 1976)
Set on the edge of indigenous forest, with breathtaking views of the valleys and Tsitsikamma Mountains. Enjoy outstanding cuisine, stylish accommodation, panoramic views and friendly hospitality. Sixteen unique African-styled suites situated in the lush gardens around the main house, offer private wooden decks, hammocks, king sized beds & most have cosy fireplaces.
Mouth watering breakfasts are served out on the boma deck, while scrumptious communal dinners are served in the conviviality of the main house.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, TV Room
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Detached Private Bathroom, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
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Babysitting Service, Credit Card
Robberg Nature Reserve to our west and the beautiful Natures Valley to our East
Seals, whales, dolphins, sharks, pelagic birds ... from the sea or from the land. A beautiful way to spend the day.
Hog Hollow restaurant
Hog Hollow dining caters for in-house guests only.
The choice of dining around the communal candle-lit main table, or to be seated separately, or even outside on a balmy African evening, is yours.
We offer an optional set three course dinner each evening. There is always a choice of starter and main courses, a vegetarian menu, and the chefs can cater for almost all dietary requirements: wheat intolerance, diabetic diets, vegans, etc.
Our kitchen is not Kosher or Halaal, but we have successfully accommodated these specific dietary requirements. We do, obviously need to know these requirements in advance.
We also offer a range of children-friendly dishes. Light lunches are served on request too.
For those opting to eat out, we assist our guests to make reservations at the variety of restaurants in and around the area.
Set on a 14 000-hectare private concession within the malaria-free Addo Elephant National Park, River Bend is family friendly and a mere 45-minute drive from Port Elizabeth. Home to the Big Five, River Bend is renowned for its unique viewing opportunities of elephants and includes a checklist of over 300 birds. The eight stand-alone and individually decorated spacious suites have private patios which open onto the bushveld and afford guests the impression that they are the only ones in this unique Eastern Cape wilderness. The lodge’s Honeymoon Suite offers newlyweds the perfect romantic and private retreat with its own private veranda, secluded plunge pool and garden. River Bend prides itself on its culinary excellence and an award-winning wine list that accompanies delicious meals prepared in a classic French style with a modern contemporary twist. Individual and personalized game drives are led by enthusiastic and experienced guides, who will ensure you have a truly memorable experience. River Bend Lodge also enjoys a reputation as a photographic destination and employs an in-house professional photographer to assist guests. For the kids there are mobile playrooms, mini-ranger courses and a selection of children’s DVDs for kids to choose from and which can be viewed in the Day Room.
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RiverBend's luxury suite offer a distinctly individual, tranquil and private retreat. The spacious suite opens up onto its own private patio which looks out over the wild African bushveld, from where guests can safely soak up the scents and sounds of the bushveld.
A few of the Luxury Suites are also interleading, so families or friends can still get to share more of their time together.
The Suites are linked with a paved pathway, that in the evenings is lit, with a muted but effective light, making walks around the property, or to and from the public areas easy.
Each Luxury villa has its own Nespresso coffee machine as well as other tea & coffee facilities, which are complimented by home made rusks and biscuits.
Every suite is also equipped with a private, 'rustic' outside shower.
The Honeymoon Suite is a luxury individually decorated double suite. The suite has an en-suite bathroom and outdoor shower. The Honeymoon Suite leads out onto a secluded patio, garden, fire pit and plunge pool where romantic candle-lit dinners can be served.
This exclusive use Villa with 3 Luxury rooms, offers large and spacious open plan living & dining areas. The main bedroom is en-suite, while the other 2 bedrooms share the 2nd full bathroom.
Perfect for Families and Groups, the unit is modern,large and private to your family or group, while still having easy walkable access to all the public areas on offer at RiverBend Lodge.
The large wrap-around lawn area, ensures your family has the space to play or to just sit read and enjoy the wonderful view you have over the wild african bush.
PepperGrove Cottage works well with very large groups or families, as it can be booked in conjunction with our RiverBend Luxury Villas and is in easy strolling distance.
PepperGrove Cottage gives the discerning traveller a choice of being booked as either: Bed & Breakfast or All inclusive.
With the All Inclusive, we do offer you the use of an exclusive Chef for private Dinners at the Villa.
A lovingly restored, historic,1820 settlers homestead, offering todays' comforts set in the historic ambiance of the past. LongHope Villa is set away from the rest of the Lodge on its own private grounds, but Guests still have access to RiverBend Lodge facilities.
This exclusive use Villa, with 3 en-suite Luxury bedrooms, spacious open plan living & dining areas, a private pool set in an indigenous garden, with wonderful birdlife surrounding the Villa, also has a private game viewing deck overlooking a secluded waterhole.
With the Villa comes an exclusive use Chef, who prepares all your meals, high teas and snacks as required and just for you.
Over and above this, you have your own dedicated Ranger for all your exclusive safaris, which are included in your stay.
LongHope Villa is only available to booked under the All Inclusive rate.
Unique to the Addo Elephant National Park, Long Hope Villa is a beautifully restored Eastern Cape Farmhouse set in an incredibly tranquil and private location.
Long Hope is nestled between the breath taking Zuurberg Mountains with exquisite vistas and is home to the Big 5 and over 300 bird species.
This beautiful villa offers a high standard of accommodation throughout and provides a peaceful retreat for families or small groups looking to get away.
RiverBend's luxury suite offer a distinctly individual, tranquil and private retreat. The spacious suite opens up onto its own private patio which looks out over the wild African bushveld, from where guests can safely soak up the scents and sounds of the bushveld.
A few of the Luxury Suites are also interleading, so families or friends can still get to share more of their time together.
The Suites are linked with a paved pathway, that in the evenings is lit, with a muted but effective light, making walks around the property, or to and from the public areas easy.
Each Luxury villa has its own Nespresso coffee machine as well as other tea & coffee facilities, which are complimented by home made rusks and biscuits.
Every suite is also equipped with a private, 'rustic' outside shower.
The Honeymoon Suite is a luxurious. individually decorated, slightly larger suite, which also has the most wonderful additional out door area for their own private exclusive use.
Leading out of the Honeymoon suite via the front patio - all offering an unobstructed view, of the African bush - you will find a secluded private garden, a small fire pit that is always stocked and ready for you to light, and your own personal plunge pool, where romantic candle-lit dinners can be served on request.
This exclusive use Villa with 3 Luxury rooms, offers large and spacious open plan living & dining areas. The main bedroom is en-suite, while the other 2 bedrooms share the 2nd full bathroom.
Perfect for Families and Groups, the unit is modern,large and private to your family or group, while still having easy walkable access to all the public areas on offer at RiverBend Lodge.
The large wrap-around lawn area, ensures your family has the space to play or to just sit read and enjoy the wonderful view you have over the wild african bush.
PepperGrove Cottage works well with very large groups or families, as it can be booked in conjunction with our RiverBend Luxury Villas and is in easy strolling distance.
PepperGrove Cottage gives the discerning traveller a choice of being booked as either: Bed & Breakfast or All inclusive.
With the All Inclusive, we do offer you the use of an exclusive Chef for private Dinners at the Villa.
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Credit Card, Room Service
Your Stay
3 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included