LUXURY

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IN HARMONY WITH NATURE

Nestled between mountain and sea, the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is a five-star eco-paradise showcasing the incredible Flora and Marine life of the Southern Tip of Africa. Home of the “Marine Big 5” – whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins; and with unparalleled floral diversity, Grootbos offers you a one-of-a-kind luxury African experience.

Only 2 hours from Cape Town and 30 minutes from Hermanus on the way to the world-renowned Garden Route, Grootbos is perfectly situated between the classic attractions of the Cape and is most certainly a highlight on any itinerary.

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Nestled in an ancient Milkwood forest surrounded by rolling hills of fynbos and majestic mountains, the accommodation and lodges at Grootbos offer a complete immersion into the pristine natural surroundings within the gentle embrace of comfort and luxury.

Each of the freestanding suites are stylishly furnished with luxurious canopy beds, spacious en suite bathrooms, separate lounges with cosy fireplaces and private wooden decks with spectacular panoramic views. On a clear day, it’s possible to see all the way to Cape Point! Orientated towards the setting sun, every evening offers another grand spectacle of light and colour.

The luxury and comfort of each of these suites combined with the soothing sounds of nature and the view of the ocean sparkling in the distance framed by the gnarled branches of an ancient Milkwood tree is a truly restorative and uplifting experience that will have you wishing you could stay forever.

From the warm and friendly Garden Lodge to the highly exclusive Villa, be assured of supreme comfort, luxury and style wherever you decide to stay, while you discover and experience the wonders of this unique floral and marine eco-paradise.

Garden Lodge ♥ Forest Lodge ♥ Villa

 

Garden Lodge

With it’s tranquil gardens, meandering walkways and charming ponds, Garden Lodge exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere that invites you to feel at home.

A Symphony of Form and Colour

True to its name, the warm and welcoming Garden Lodge is set amongst an Eden of beautifully landscaped fynbos gardens and indigenous trees. Fashioned from stone, thatch and timber, the Garden Lodge reflects African warmth with an intercontinental twist, blending perfectly into the surrounding landscape.

Description of Garden Lodge

The curved lines, high beamed ceilings and endless windows enhance the sensation of light, freedom and natural flow and make full use of the incredible sweeping views across mountain and sea. An elegant restaurant, spacious lounge, beauty salon, library and children’s entertainment room ensure that all needs are satisfied. The wooden deck, terrace and superb pool area extend the interior space into the outdoors allowing sun seekers and nature lovers to make the most of the rejuvenating environment.

The beautifully kept horse stables and outdoor play area with rabbits, ducks and other friendly farm animals provides children with hours of entertainment and facilitated educational activities.

Luxury Suite at Garden Lodge features:

• Spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom
• Private deck with panoramic views
• Lounge with cosy fireplace
• Satellite TV and DVD player
• Tea & coffee making facilities and minibar
• Additional bathroom with shower and toilet
• Secure safe
• Air conditioner

Two Bedroom Luxury Suite at Garden Lodge

• Two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
• Private deck with panoramic views
• Lounge with cosy fireplace
• Satellite TV and DVD player
• Tea & coffee making facilities and minibar
• Secure safe
• Air conditioner

FOREST LODGE

Inspired by Nature’s Perfect Design

The Forest Lodge is a masterpiece of sophisticated contemporary design reflecting the breathtaking natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Description of Accommodation

The 16 freestanding luxury suites are carefully embedded in the ancient Milkwood forest, accessed via an enchanted cobbled pathway beneath the forest canopy. Each suite is stylishly furnished to provide an exquisite blend of aesthetic beauty and supreme comfort. Cosy fireplaces, luxurious canopy beds and spacious bathrooms make this the ultimate romantic getaway.

Large glass doors flood the space with natural light and open out onto spacious wooden decks perched over the forest canopy. Despite the perfect comfort and elegance, the panoramic views of mountain and sea steal the show and humble even the most extravagant of luxuries.

Description of Lodge

The clean lines, high ceilings and large windows frame and accentuate the incredible sweeping views across the rolling hills of fynbos and the whale sanctuary of Walker Bay beyond.

The main 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, unwind and enjoy the soothing tranquility. As the evening descends, cosy fireplaces and subtle lighting create a warm, romantic atmosphere for the perfect dining experience.

LUXURY SUITE & POOL SUITE AT FOREST LODGE

Luxury Suite: Features

• Spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom
• Private deck with panoramic views and outside shower
• Lounge with cosy fireplace
• Satellite TV and DVD player
• Tea & coffee making facilities and minibar
• Additional bathroom with bath, shower and toilet
• Secure safe
• Air conditioner and underfloor heating

Features:  

Suite features a spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom, separate lounge with tea & coffee making facilities and separate bathroom, minibar, cosy fireplace, DVD player for in-room entertainment.

The spacious suites open out onto a private outside deck with outside showers overlooking Walker Bay. As with all One-Bedroom Luxury Suites at Forest Lodge, facilities such as a separate bath, shower and toilet, satellite TV and secure room safes are standard.

What’s Included

• 5-Star luxury accommodation in freestanding suite
• Full access to lodge facilities
• Welcome drink served upon arrival
• Fresh fruit daily in suite
• Breakfast buffet with full English breakfast menu
• Lunch buffet with light lunch menu
• 5-Course dinners
• Land-based whale watching tours (June – Dec)
• Horse riding for non- and experienced riders
• Guided nature walks
• 4×4 Flower safaris
• Beach picnics and walks
• Guided coastal tours
• Guided cave tours
• Guided bird watching tours
• Social responsibility tours
• Transfers to/from all activities

Additional Tours and Services (Guest’s Own Account)

• Marine Big 5 boat-based tour to Dyer Island
• Shark Cage Diving boat-based tour to Dyer Island
• Whale Watching boat-based tour to Dyer Island
• Wine tours to Overberg wine estates
• Scenic Flights (whale watching, Cape Point, Southern Tip of Africa, winelands, etc.)
• Quad Biking Tours
• Spa Treatments
• Road and air transfers (private landing strip)
• Laundry

 

LUXURY POOL SUITE AT FOREST LODGE

Features

Suite features a spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom, separate lounge with tea & coffee making facilities and separate bathroom, minibar, cosy fireplace and DVD player for in-room entertainment.

The spacious suites open out onto a private outside deck with a plunge pool and outside showers overlooking Walker Bay. As with all One-Bedroom Luxury Suites at Forest Lodge, facilities such as a separate bath, shower and toilet, satellite TV and secure room safes are standard.

What’s Included

• 5-Star luxury accommodation in freestanding suite
• Full access to lodge facilities
• Welcome drink served upon arrival
• Fresh fruit daily in suite
• Breakfast buffet with full English breakfast menu
• Lunch buffet with light lunch menu
• 5-Course dinners
• Land-based whale watching tours (June – Dec)
• Horse riding for non- and experienced riders
• Guided nature walks
• 4×4 Flower safaris
• Beach picnics and walks
• Guided coastal tours
• Guided cave tours
• Guided bird watching tours
• Social responsibility tours
• Transfers to/from all activities

Additional Tours and Services (Guest’s Own Account)

• Marine Big 5 boat-based tour to Dyer Island
• Shark Cage Diving boat-based tour to Dyer Island
• Whale Watching boat-based tour to Dyer Island
• Wine tours to Overberg wine estates
• Scenic Flights (whale watching, Cape Point, Southern Tip of Africa, winelands, etc.)
• Quad Biking Tours
• Spa Treatments
• Road and air transfers (private landing strip)
• Laundry

 

THE VILLA

The Southern Tip of Luxury

Description

Set apart and completely surrounded by pristine fynbos, the Villa consists of six elegant suites accommodating up to 12 guests. Here you can relax in over 1000 square meters of utter luxury and comfort, with your own private guide, chef and butler at your beck and call, not to mention complete privacy to enjoy all that Grootbos has to offer.

The elegant and spacious living spaces open generously to a combination of sheltered decks and courtyards, taking full advantage of the incredible views of the rolling hills of fynbos and white sand dunes with Walker Bay and the Hermanus mountains in the distance. And if you can take your eyes off the view for long enough, the walls and surfaces are adorned with large-scale artworks by South African artists such as Cecil Skotnes, J.H. Pierneef, Walter Meyer, William Kentridge and Walter Battis.

The tasteful décor and interior design is a seamless extension of the architecture, which is itself a veneration of the awe-inspiring landscape, creating a harmonious symphony of light, space and texture that encourages supreme relaxation and enjoyment.

Features

• 2 Master-Suites with en-suite bathrooms
• 4 Luxury Bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
• 2 Lounges with satellite TV
• 1 Fully equipped kitchen with storeroom and scullery
• Dining Room
• Breakfast area
• 2 Outside BBQ areas, 1 inside BBQ area
• Outside pool
• Media Room with big screen, projector and movies
• Fully equipped office with internet access and telephone
• Fully equipped gym
• Wine Cellar
• Large outside decks
• Own landing strip suitable for helicopters and small planes

The most exclusive offering in the Grootbos portfolio and quite possibly one of the most exclusive offerings in the whole of South Africa is the Villa.

What’s Included

• Luxury accommodation for up to 12 adults
• Private guide for the duration of your stay with private vehicle
• Butler, laundry and valet service
• Private chef for the duration of your stay (available for breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• Breakfast buffet with full English breakfast menu
• Light lunches
• 5-course dinners or South African braai
• All drinks including spirits, liqueurs and soft drinks. The only drinks excluded are French champagne and premium wines.
• Horse riding for non- and experienced riders
• Guided walks including fynbos nature tours and Milkwood forest walks
• Guided nature, marine & coastal drives, including cave tour
• Land-based whale watching tours (June – December)
• Various maps of the reserve and the area for self-guided walks
• Transfers to/from all activities, including beach trips
• Day trip to Cape Agulhas, the Southernmost Tip of Africa
• Shopping Excursions to Hermanus
• Wine tours to Overberg wine estates
• Golfing excursions

Additional Tours and Services

• Marine Big 5 boat-based tour to Dyer Island
• Shark Cage Diving boat-based tour to Dyer Island
• Whale Watching boat-based tour to Dyer Island
• Scenic Flights (whale watching, Cape Point, Southern Tip of Africa, winelands, etc.)
• Road and air transfers (private landing strip)
• Quad Biking Tours
• Spa Treatments

 

An Investment in People and the Environment

Grootbos is about more than just luxury accommodation and eco adventures. Your visit directly contributes to the conservation efforts of the Grootbos Foundation as well as the development of sustainable nature-based livelihoods amongst local communities.

It is this core philosophy of conservation linked with social development that has made Grootbos an award-winning world leader in responsible tourism.

Let O-Live To Travel Design and Plan your Dream trip with Grootbos Private Nature Reserve as one of the jewels of the Western Cape!

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