South Africa boasts many beautiful places - and we believe that Plettenberg Bay is the most beautiful of all. That's why we've called our house "Thanda Vista". Thanda is a widely used word for "Love" in the African languages.
Watch whales while you breakfast, stroll down to the lagoon, relax on Plett's pristine, quiet beaches (The Keurbooms lagoon is a mere 300m from our front door), or head out for a round of golf on any one of the Garden Route's championship courses or any other of the many activities available in the area, and then come home at the end of the day to Thanda Vista.
You will never forget your first sight of this beautiful bay. With a backdrop of majestic mountains stretching from horizon to horizon, the town lies to one side under the sunny sky, and amongst a collage of green forest and fynbos that are separated from the blue of the Indian Ocean by endless white sandy beaches.
Orca House is situated on the beautiful Keurbooms Beach - a short drive from the ever popular resort town of Plettenberg Bay. This unique African Beach House has a charming character and is a nature lover's haven. There are four spacious bedrooms, two with lovely sea views and two that overlook the enveloping indigenous bush.
Originally christened "Bahia Formosa" (beautiful bay) by early Portuguese explorers, Plettenberg Bay is known as the jewel of the garden route. It offers beautiful beaches and spectacular views. The great forests lying at the feet of the fabled Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma mountains are the gateway to the incredible indigenous African wealth of Plettenberg Bay.
Periwinkle Lodge is part of the Shell Lodges collection and is situated on Beachy Head Drive, Plettenberg Bay. It is across the road from Robberg Beach, which is a swimming beach. The Lodge is on 3 levels and has excellent views of the Robberg Peninsula, Tsitsikamma Mountains and Sea.
For a lovely affordable holiday you can't go wrong in choosing to stay at Ann's House. She has three comfortable apartments - all fully equipped with everything you need available. Therefore it is ideal for backpackers or people who are watching their pennies.
This stunning river side villa sits on the edge of the Keurbooms River. The Twin Rivers Estate itself is situated on a tiny peninsula between the Keurbooms River and the Bitou River. The birdlife is incredible and the night sounds are hypnotic.
Bosavern Guest House is a stylish, upmarket guest house set on a cliff, offering spectacular views of the ocean, the pristine white Robberg Beach, the peninsular nature reserve, and the green expanse of the Plettenberg Country Club.
The guest house is located in a cul-de-sac, only 1km from the centre of town.
Aquarella, 13 is a secure upmarket apartment located in a modern new complex in Plettenberg Bay. The apartment is centrally situated and guests can walk to the shops, restaurants and beautiful sandy beaches. The apartment offers panoramic views over the ocean, lagoon and mountains.
In the heart of the Garden Route, this magnificent nature resort lies near the mouth of the Keurbooms River, it is a welcome hideaway for jaded city dwellers. Plettenberg resort offers a wealth of opportunities for fun and relaxation against the back-drop of spectacular natural beauty.
Nestled behind the dunes of Robberg Beach, Crawford's On Beacon Isle is a short walk from both Plettenberg Bay's main beaches. Ideally located and close to all the action like whale watching, golf courses and festive restaurants you'll feel the pulse of this vibrant coastal town.
Where luxury and peace are to be found in a sweeping river valley. Where the views encompass a wetland, winding river and distant mountains and where the call of the Fish Eagle will forever remind you of the vast skies of Africa.
