South Africa - 8-day Cape & Garden Route Deluxe Self-Drive Tour - Private self-drive

The 15 Deluxe Rooms are wonderfully spacious and afford guests a luxurious stay, with a range of comforts and top-class amenities.

•Average Room Size: 38 to 46 m²
•Television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•En-suite bathroom
•Heated towel rails
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•International plugs
•Electronic safe

Similar to the Deluxe Rooms, the 17 Premium Rooms are generously spacious and offer all the same amenities, but additionally boast stunning views of Table Mountain and/or the harbour.

•Average Room Size: 35 to 54 m²
•Television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•En-suite bathroom
•Heated towel rails
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•International plugs
•Electronic safe

Offering exceptional views of Table Mountain and the harbour, the Junior Mountain Suite is a wonderful option for a completely luxurious stay. This suite similarly includes a range of luxurious amenities.

•Suite Size: 63 m²
•Balcony with views
•Television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•Spacious lounge
•En-suite bathroom
•Heated towel rails
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•International plugs
•Electronic safe

Just as luxurious Junior Mountain Suite, the Executive Suite offers lovely views and is an excellent choice for an opulent experience at the QV. This suite is likewise well appointed with a range of top-class amenities.

•Suite Size: 50 m²
•Balcony with views
•Television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•Spacious lounge
•En-suite bathroom
•Heated towel rails
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•International plugs
•Electronic safe

The crème de la crème offering at the QV, the Presidential Suite is supremely spacious and boasts breathtaking views of Table Mountain and the harbour. It has been designed in such a way that the flow of interior and exterior space is ambiguous. With the full range of outstanding amenities, this suite offers nothing short of a regal experience.

•Suite Size: 124 m²
•Wrap-around balcony with exceptional views
•Outdoor double chaise lounge bed
•Television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•Large, contemporary lounge
•Spacious dining room
•Unconventionally large en-suite bathroom
•Heated towel rails
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•International plugs
•Electronic safe

The pristine Cape Dutch style of our two-bedroom cottages emulate a farm stay experience with thick walls, elegant gables and a hearty fireplace. A contemporary glass cube has been seamlessly added to the 18th-century structure to house a dining and kitchen area. The interiors continue this contemporary pairing with modern four-poster beds and furniture from international design brands such as Kartell, Magis, Philippe Starck and the Bouroullec Bros. Each bedroom also has a luxurious en-suite bathroom. Bookshelves filled with carefully selected books, underfloor heating and free Wi-Fi are just a few of the things that await you. Our cottages are either garden or vineyard facing. A well-stocked personalised bar fridge, as well as breakfast, are included in the room rate. All our two-bedroom cottages are serviced daily and come with a king-size bed, and a king or two single beds in the second bedroom.

4 Cottages available

Each of the slightly larger open-plan cottages has a luxurious en-suite bathroom and lounge area with thick walls, elegant gables and a hearty fireplace. Into this pristine Cape Dutch style, a contemporary glass cube has been seamlessly added to house a kitchen area. The interiors continue this pairing with modern four-poster beds and furniture from international design brands such as Kartell, Magis, Philippe Starck and the Bouroullec Bros. Bookshelves filled with carefully selected books, underfloor heating and free Wi-Fi are just a few of the things that await you. Suites are either garden or vineyard facing, with access to the garden and the farm. A well-stocked personalised bar fridge, as well as breakfast, are included in the room rate. All our one-bedroom cottages come with a king-size bed and are serviced daily.

3 Cottages available

Each open-plan suite has a luxurious en-suite bathroom and lounge area with thick walls, elegant gables and a hearty fireplace. The interiors take on an altogether contemporary feel when paired with the modern lines of furniture by international design brands such as Kartell, Magis, Philippe Starck and the Bouroullec Bros. Bookshelves are filled with a wonderful selection of books while underfloor heating and free Wi-Fi are just a few of the things that await you. A well-stocked personalised bar fridge, as well as breakfast, are included in the room rate. All our one-bedroom suites come with a king-size bed or twin beds and are serviced daily.

6 Suites available

Comfort is key in the one-bedroom Farmhouse suites where a moody interior theme comprising swarthy four-poster king-size beds, dusted moss walls, luxurious en-suite marble bathrooms and generous walk-in cupboards are paired with contemporary furniture and accessories such as extra-length MDF Italia sofas. In addition to the underfloor heating, each room is fitted with a cast-iron stove. Bookshelves filled with a wonderful selection of books and free Wi-Fi are just a few of the things that await you. A well-stocked personalised bar fridge, as well as breakfast, are included in the room rate. All our suites are serviced daily.

9 Suites available

At Fynbos Cottages guests can fully immerge themselves in the beauty of the natural plant habitat of the Western Cape’s mountains. The cottages are newly built in the Cape Dutch style and adjoin vineyards and orchards – ideal for our more adventurous guest

The crown jewels of La Plume are the five Superior Suites. Their private entrances open onto sunny verandas overlooking the expansive gardens ebbing away until your gaze meets the Swartberg Mountains in the distance. Indulge in the luxury of these Suites, adorned with rich fabrics, ostrich leather and carefully selected antiques where modern amenities and abundant comforts like cut crystal glasses were used to enhance your stay. The spacious open plan lounges boast comfortable arm chairs from where you can enjoy the view or a movie on the big screen TV. Disappear amongst bubbles in the large free standing tub positioned in the centre of the under floor heated bathroom with walk in shower and separate toilet.

Please note: We can accommodate up to two additional children with carry in single bed/s to sleep with adults in suite.

In-room facilities:
King or Twin Beds | Sleep 2 | 5 Suites | 90 Square Meters
Air Conditioner | Satellite TV | WiFi | Electronic Safe | Coffee & Tea with Fresh Homemade Rusks | Honesty Bar | Complimentary Port | Cut Crystal Glasses | Private Veranda & Private Entrance | European Plugs | Bathrobes, Towels and Slippers | Bathroom Amenities | Bath Salts and Bubble Bath | Under Floor Heating in the Bathrooms | Heated Towel Rail | Hair Dryer | Emergency Kit | Sewing Kit | Pool Towels Provided

Whether it is the warm colours, the white lace, the King size bed or the richness of the Persian rugs, La Plume's two Honeymoon Suites embody a feeling of romance and cosiness. Fluff up the pillows in crisp percale linen and stare out the bay windows at the magnificent Swartberg Mountains in the distance… or into each other’s eyes! The ambience of the suite is carried through to the spacious bathroom with its Victorian tub and taps, separate shower and fluffy white towels and bathrobes.

Please note: We can accommodate up to two additional children with carry in single bed/s to sleep with adults in suite.

In-room facilities:
King or Twin Beds | Sleep 2 | 2 Suites | 50 Square Meters
Complimentary Port | Air Conditioning | Electronic Safe | Satellite TV | Complimentary WiFi | Private Veranda and Private Entrance | European Plug | Honesty Bar | Coffee & Tea with Fresh Homemade Rusks | Cut Crystal Glasses | Bathrobes, Towels, Face Cloths and Slippers | Bathroom Amenities | Bath Salts and Bubble Bath | Hair Dryer | Sewing Kit | Emergency Kit | Pool Towels Provided

With their private entrances and sunny verandas, the luxury rooms sparkle like gems scattered across the lush garden. Each individually furnished room is decorated with the richest fabrics to enhance the various woods used in the antiques. Crisp white linen on thick, comfortable mattresses make for a relaxing night’s sleep. The birds in the garden will be the first thing you hear in the morning before stepping out of bed onto personalized Persian rugs: rejuvenated and ready for the sights and sounds the Oudtshoorn area has to offer. Plush towels, fluffy bathrobes and bathroom amenities are just a small part of the abundant comforts in each en-suite bathroom.

In-room facilities:
King, Queen or Twin Beds | Sleep 2 | 7 Rooms | 30 Square Meters
Complimentary Port | Air Conditioning | Electronic Safe | Satellite TV | Complimentary WiFi | Private Veranda and Private Entrance | European Plug | Honesty Bar | Coffee, Tea and Fresh Homemade Rusks | Cut Crystal Glasses | Bathrobes, Towels, Face Cloths and Slippers | Bathroom Amenities | Bath Salts and Bubble Bath | Hair Dryer | Sewing Kit | Emergency Kit | Pool Towels Provided

The Luxury Junior Suite is ideal for three adults travelling together or family with an older child favouring to sleep in a separate room. The suite consists of a queen master bedroom with full en-suite bathroom and lounge with single bed for third person. Crisp white linen on thick, comfortable mattresses make for a relaxing night’s sleep. The birds in the garden will be the first thing you hear in the morning before stepping out of bed onto personalized Persian rugs: rejuvenated and ready for the sights and sounds the Oudtshoorn area has to offer. Plush towels, fluffy bathrobes and bathroom amenities are just a small part of the abundant comforts in the en suite bathroom.

In-room facilities:
Queen & Single Bed | Sleep 3 | 1 Junior Suite | 40 Square Meters
Complimentary Port | Air Conditioning | Electronic Safe | Satellite TV | Complimentary WiFi | Private Veranda and Private Entrance | European Plug | Honesty Bar | Coffee, Tea and Fresh Homemade Rusks | Cut Crystal Glasses | Bathrobes, Towels, Face Cloths and Slippers | Bathroom Amenities | Bath Salts and Bubble Bath | Hair Dryer | Sewing Kit | Emergency Kit | Pool Towels Provided

The Plume Cottage consist of two interconnecting suites each with its own bedroom, full bathroom and lounge sharing a kitchenette. The Cottage is the ideal accommodation solution for your family or friends travelling together. Whether you choose the comfort of the veranda for a game of cards or just relaxing on the loungers underneath the big old date palm, you will have a bird’s eye view of your children playing on the vast rolling lawns. The peace and tranquility extends to the interior with the children having their own, separate suite via an inter-leading door. Both bathrooms have Victorian tubs, separate showers and double basins in marble-topped antiques.

In-room facilities:
Queen, Twin & Single Bed | Sleep 5 | 1 Cottage | 150 Square Meters
Complimentary Port | Air Conditioning | Electronic Safes | 2 x Satellite TV | Complimentary WiFi | Private Veranda and Private Entrance | European Plug | Honesty Bar | Microwave Oven | Two-plate Oven | Coffee & Tea with Fresh Homemade Rusks | Cut Crystal Glasses | Bathrobes, Towels and Face Cloths | Bathroom Amenities | Bath Salts and Bubble Bath | Hair Dryer | Sewing Kit | Emergency Kit | Pool Towels Provided

Experience life on an African Ostrich Farm like never before. This typical South African farm house is off the main property nestled among alfalfa fields overlooking ostrich enclosures and a mere 100 meters from the main homestead. The villa has 2 bedrooms each with its own full en-suite bathroom with all bathroom amenities, fluffy white towels and robes, a large open plan living- and dining room and a fully equipped kitchen with coffee and tea facilities. Enjoy satellite television in the spacious lounge or open the double doors onto the back veranda and watch playful baby ostriches only meters away (during breeding season), with the vast Olifants River valley and the Swartberg Mountains as a backdrop. Enjoy your own braai while watching the sunset colour the mountains in hues of purple and grey.

Please note: We can accommodate for occupancy up to 6 with carry in single bed/s when adding up to two additional children or adults.

In-room facilities:
2 x Twin Beds to be Converted King | 2 En-suite Bathrooms | Sleep 4 | 1 Villa - 50m off Property | 165 Square Meters
Complimentary Port | Air Conditioning | Electronic Safes | Satellite TV | Complimentary WiFi | Private Veranda and Private Entrance | European Plug | Honesty Bar | Microwave Oven | Kitchen Stove | Coffee & Tea with Fresh Homemade Rusks | Cut Crystal Glasses | Bathrobes, Towels and Face Cloths | Bathroom Amenities | Bath Salts and Bubble Bath | Hair Dryer | Sewing Kit | Emergency Kit | Pool Towels Provided

3 Large executive king bed suites each with full en suite bathrooms. Each room has a private balcony or deck with breathtaking views featuring the indigenous forest, Knysna Lagoon, the famous 'Heads' to the Indian Ocean beyond.

2 Large luxury king bed rooms. Each room has a full en-suite bathroom and opens via glass sliding doors to a large deck overlooking the swimming pool and garden with interrupted views of the Knysna lagoon in the distance.

Waterside house is a rare gem on Thesen Island built in the colonial maritime architectural style. Walk through the front door into pure peace and tranquillity. The downstairs floor decorated in harmonious water colours consists of two en-suite bedrooms and an open plan kitchen, dining room and lounge. One bedroom is a double and the second bedroom is a twin. Both rooms have a shower and toilet en-suite. Leading off the kitchen (which is fully equipped with every modern appliance) and dining area, is a spacious sun deck with an outside lounge and jetty down to the canal. Here is the perfect place for sundowners and a braai (barbecue) in true South African style. There is a second deck off the lounge which is the perfect place to curl up and read a book while listening to the water lapping on the sides of the jetty.

Upstairs is a beautiful main bedroom, study and full en-suite bathroom which has a private sun deck leading off it for those much needed quiet moments. The second upstairs bedroom has an en-suite shower and toilet and its own sun deck.

Waterside house has full satellite DSTV for those guests who would like to catch up on the news, sport or would just like to relax in front of a movie. The Wi-Fi is available throughout the house.

If you wish, Kanonkop House will host your entire stay with personal housekeeping and a cook to prepare your breakfasts (the most important meal of the day), as well as full concierge available 24 hours a day.

The Selwyn Penthouse suite has panoramic views of the lagoon, two private balconies and is magnificent in every way. It has a fully stocked complimentary mini bar, tea and coffee making facility which includes an espresso machine. This suite also includes a sitting area and stunning en-suit bathroom with a view of the lagoon and Knysna Heads.

This suite is the newest addition to Kanonkop House. Completed in October 2017. This room is aptly named ‘Diamond’ The room comprises of a separate bathroom which overlooks the lagoon and has a private deck. A separate toilet and shower with a His and Hers hand basin. A rain shower and slipper bath both have lagoon views. The shower and toilet doors have been sandblasted in a magnificent diamond pattern which really makes this bathroom a feature on its own. This encapsulates the diamond theme of the room beautifully. The bedroom has feature fire place, and large lounge area with a picturesque view of the lagoon. Two folding staking glass doors opens up to a private deck and seating area to our stunning indigenous garden and forest, with spectacular views.