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Above: Summer House
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PLEttENBErG BaY – GarDEN routE
PLEttENBErG BaY – GarDEN routE
hunter’s country house
hog hollow country Lodge
the luxuriant gardens of the hunter’s Estate create an idyllic setting for this peaceful retreat in the heart of the Garden route. hunter’s country house is a synthesis of gracious elegance, sheer comfort, impeccable service and warm hospitality. complementing the thatched manor house with its antique furnished lounges, candlelit dining rooms and sun-drenched conservatory are secluded garden cottages and suites set amidst the magnificent gardens, each individually designed and decorated. hunter’s caters for younger guests in a supervised recreational area, offering children and teenagers a wide variety of activities while parents relax or explore the Garden route’s many attractions. the ZiNZi restaurant offers abundant flavours from africa, Europe and asia. a hunter hotels property and member of relais & châteaux.
a private nature reserve on the Garden route near Plettenberg Bay with breathtaking views of the surrounding forests, valleys and tsitsikamma Mountains. sixteen african-styled suites situated in the gardens offer private wooden decks with hammocks and king size beds – most have cosy fireplaces. at the centre of the lodge is the famously large dining room table where guests can plan their daily activities over a farmhouse breakfast and gather in the evening for a gourmet candlelit dinner prepared from fresh local produce. swim in the fifteen metre long pool, relax in the sauna or find a quiet corner in one of the three lounges. More active pursuits nearby include whale and dolphin watching, a treetops canopy walk, boating, golf, gliding and nature walks. a primate sanctuary and elephant sanctuary are within walking distance.
18 suites. 20 mins by road from Knysna, 1 hr by road from George.
16 suites. 45 mins by road from Knysna, 1 hr 40 mins by road from George.
Prices from £86pppn in low season, £157pppn in high season on a bed & breakfast basis.
Prices from £121pppn on a bed & breakfast basis.
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