Trogon House offers treetop accommodation in the Tsitsikamma Forest, 15 minutes’ drive from the beaches of Plattenberg Bay.
Pascal
Switzerland
This is a hidden gem.
We were not lucky with the weather when we arrived there - but we wished we could stay longer.
The place is well hidden in the forest and you can fully immerse yourself in the relaxation. The views at the sunrise and the sunset are amazing and also you can watch the birds directly from the shower.
The breakfast was delicious as well as the dinner.
Set in The Crags in the Western Cape region and Goose Valley Golf Club reachable within 13 km, Green Hills Forest Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi, BBQ facilities, a garden and free private...
Andrea
South Africa
Great place to stay, easy to find and Sue was super friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be returning in the future!
Set on the edge of the Matjies River Gorge, this 4-star lodge features views of the surrounding valleys and Tsitsikamma Mountains. It offers terraces, an outdoor pool and a sauna.
John
United Kingdom
Very unusual location in the forest and a very vivid reminder of South Africa.The rooms were spacious and accessible with all the amenities you would expect from a very special hotel.
Situated within 18 km of Goose Valley Golf Club and 19 km of Bloukrans Bridge in The Crags, Elephant Country Guest House features accommodation with seating area.
Nestled amongst a forest in The Crags, Forest Nature Spa is situated close to attractions such as Birds of Eden, Monkeyland and Tenikwa Wildlife Centre.
Bart
Belgium
Nice retrait with great views, quiet, small-scale stay, good massage options
Featuring a garden with a terrace, Treehouse Cottage is an apartment located in The Crags. It features views of the mountain and indigenous forest. Free WiFi is available.
John Brian
Germany
Sally and Margarete are outstanding Persons. Best Communication, best Tips, lekker Place. Thank you so much! watching the birds is lovely! From there, you can reach all the Spots around, very easy. Go there, you will love it!
Set just 21 km from Robberg Nature Reserve, Fairview House offers accommodation in The Crags with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as a housekeeping service.
Alexandra
Switzerland
We were not expecting Fairview to be such a beautiful property or location. We were completely blown away!
Featuring mountain views, Beessential Farm offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 11 km from Goose Valley Golf Club. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.
simon
South Africa
Perfect cosy accommodation for a few nights in Plett while visiting my friends.
A beautiful region, with excellent restaurants. The Grootrivier and (Western Cape part of) the Bloukrans River passes are exceptional, as is Nature's Valley.
The Birds of Eden is THE world leading bird conservancy -- the biggest anywhere with free flying birds in a magnificent forest with a beautiful kloof, waterfall ,,, The nearby Monkeyland and Jukani conservancies are also probably the best in Africa.
Thyme & Again restaurant is also a favourite.
Bernhard
South Africa
4.0
Scored 4.0
This is definitely not a family holiday spot!
This is definitely not a family holiday spot! It could, at best, be a backpackers lodge. The water in the bathrooms was brownish, and although there were assurances that it was healthy, we were sceptical. The rooms were tiny and barely furnished. The kitchen is communal and almost 100 meters away from the rooms - very inconvenient for those rainy days! What about the toilet and bathroom outside the rooms! We had surely booked the wrong place, and stayed only for one night out of four.
Naledzani
South Africa
10
Scored 10
Its a wonderful place to stay, especially since it is 18kms...
Its a wonderful place to stay, especially since it is 18kms from Plettenberg Bay, so its more serene than Plett over the height of summer. There is a lot to do in the vicinity. We loved our visits to the elephant sanctuary (an absolute must-do), the wolf sanctuary, Birds of Eden, Tenikwa (wildlife rehabilitation), Jukani (wildlife sanctuary, especially for Big Cats) and Monkeyland. There's a super water park (Adventureland) about 19kms away, with fabulous waterslides.
We made the mistake of not booking restaurants for dinner in advance. Over late December / early January most places were fully booked, which really limited our options and we spent a lot of time calling around, which we could have avoided. I would scout the restaurants and book well in advance next time.
Tamara Oates
South Africa
10
Scored 10
Everything was amazing, what a gem.
Everything was amazing, what a gem. The food was tasty, beautiful location which resulted in beautiful pictures. Even Diesel was a pleasure to meet. We loved everything and we will definitely be coming back
Nadine
South Africa
8.0
Scored 8.0
Animal sanctuaries are awesome and accommodation peaceful...
Animal sanctuaries are awesome and accommodation peaceful with beautiful views but restuarants are very limited especially durin the month of May when they shut down. If I did it again I would probably either pack food or stay in Plettenburg bay and travel through to the Crags for a day visit to the sanctuaries.
A hidden gem in the Crags. The perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The owners are beyond accommodating and so friendly, nothing was too much trouble. My favourite quirk was that a lot of the fittings in the place were recycled goods which have cleverly been used. We also loved that there was a separate bin for food and recycling, very eco-conscious which is excellent. The perfect place to sit by the fire drinking wine in the winter overlooking the forest. We would stay again in a heart beat!
We found everything we might need in the cottage like plates, pots, pans, pillows, blankets, etc. The cottage itself is a modest place with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen, a nice view, a parking space in the garage. The hosts are such a friendly and lovely couple.
The host made us very delicious breakfast and brought it early as we asked the previous night.
We enjoyed our stay a lot, it definitely was a good value for money, quite close to Nature's Valley. There's also a supermarket nearby.
The Crags Country Lodge is situated on top of a beautiful hill surrounded by forest and mountains. It is quiet and restful. No children are allowed which keeps it restful. The rooms are beautiful and tastefully appointed, the food is absolutely superb and the service friendly and efficient. The host, James, knows his wines and spirits thoroughly and surprised us with some new labels and tastes. He is supported by Alice, the chef who delighted our palates.
This is a very special place, a truly unique experience! It is an Eco Lodge so you're off the grid, it's not a hotel so the rooms are light and not soundproofed. But all the comforts are there, amazing bed and soft bedding with great pillows, it is warm and welcoming, the entire place and the rooms had so much character, the breakfast was absolutely incredible - best we've had in a long while. The value for money amazing. They really go out of their way!
This was a magical place to spend time on our South Africa vacation. The Villa is outstanding with the lovely rooms, resident animals/friends who gave us lots of cuddles, fabulous food and the host are very caring. I felt like I was wrapped in a warm blanket of care. Scrumptious breakfasts and phenomenal dinners. I cannot recommend this place enough! Luckily we spent three nights here but would have loved to spend even more time.
We made our own breakfasts. The hosts were very kind and helpful. The location is very close to the world-leading Birds of Eden, and equally close to the excellent Monkeyland. Conveniently close to the beautiful Nature's Valley, the magnificent Grootrivier Pass and the equally magnificent Western Cape portion of the Bloukrans River Pass. And not too far from Big Animal conservancy Jukani.
Gert-Jan is a super host, very kind and friendly! The B&B is indeed very colourful and cosy! You have everything you need to cook a very nice breakfast and wine and beers are also available to purchase if you want. Bear in mind there aren't restaurants near by. The place is lovely and conveniently close to the animal sanctuaries "birds of Eden" and "Monkey Island".
This was our favorite of the places we stayed in South Africa, and we hope to go back some day. The proprietors are warm, welcoming, and helpful. Breakfast was wonderful, but you should definitely plan to eat dinner here during your stay- they were some of the best of the trip.
Everything was perfect, this was the most special place we stayed at in South Africa. The location is magical, rooms are clean and big, food was great (breakfast and dinner) and beyond all the staff was kind and generous unlike any other place. This is a must for couples.
Really cute and well equipped lodge, it was perfect to stay one night in our road trip in the garden route. The location is amazing and peaceful, the host Sue is kind and accommodating. There is a lot to do near by and a stunning beach !
We were served a lovely healthy breakfast on the patio. The location was close to Plettenberg Bay and all the attractions like Birds of Eden and the Snake park were very close. Loved the peace and quite and beautiful garden and dam.
We absolutely loved our stay at Trogon House and Forest Spa. The view, the food, the room, everything was perfect. “Wonderful” looked after us, he truely was wonderful. Our favourite stay in South Africa.
Gorgeous boutique hotel a short drive from Plettenberg. The staff is incredibly kind and thinks of everything. The food is fantastic. Amazing views from anywhere on the property. We did not want to leave!
Beautiful setting over the tree canopy. Lovely cosy open plan room. Quiet space in nature. Great location in close proximity to the wildlife parks and short drive to Plettenberg Bay and the beaches.
An unbelievable place that really puts you in the middle of the forest and the nature! The staff was very welcoming and the whole hotel and spa buildings are just a beautiful work of art.
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