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Lairds Lodge, South Africa

Laird's Lodge

Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

Laird's Lodge

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Laird's Lodge is a gracious Cape Dutch estate that speaks of welcoming tranquility. The attentive, friendly service and fine details — from percale linens to the traditional reed ceiling in the main dining room — envelope guests in relaxed luxury.

There are several outside terraces to while away an afternoon with a glass of iced tea and a book; the inviting pool provides a wonderful environment to soak up some sunshine and the lounges provide the perfect backdrop on a cooler evening for a pre-dinner drink in front of the wood burning fireplace.

OUR OPINION:

The staff are incredibly friendly and are happy to help you plan your stay, ensuring you get the most out of your days. Laird's Lodge is perfectly positioned for exploring the entire Garden Route area, from wilderness to the Tsitsikamma forests.

OUR RATING: First Class

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    Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay
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    Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay
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    The pool, Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay
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    Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay
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    Lounge area. Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay
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    Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay
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    Room. Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay
  • Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay
    Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay

Rooms

The guest rooms are all individually decorated with classic neutral tones and textiles that add a splash of color. The décor is elegant and modern yet warm, with fixtures and finishing touches that perfectly tie the rooms together for functionality and comfort. The high ceilings enhance the already spacious rooms, as do the private terraces that spill out to the manicured lawns. Rooms are well appointed with en suite bathrooms, air conditioning, private terraces and flat-screen TVs. Luxury rooms offer the enhanced features of heated towel rails and minibar fridges.

Location

A drive down the dirt road to Laird's Lodge can provide challenging, but as the main house appears into view, the beautifully maintained gardens welcome you to the estate. Located just eight kilometers from Plettenberg Bay and 23 kilometers from Knysna, guests are able to access the attractions of both with ease.

Food and drink

Breakfast is quite the affair at Laird’s Lodge, with a wonderful selection of in-season fresh fruit, freshly baked muffins and croissants and cooked to order specialities. If you wish to dine in a restaurant close to the lodge there are not many options, but there is a gourmet restaurant on site for dinner. The restaurant offers a full dining experience from pre-dinner drinks on the veranda to a locally-influenced menu paired with Cape wines.

Families

This is a wonderful option for families traveling the Garden Route. With sprawling grounds perfect for a leisurely stroll and a koi pond for fish feeding, this property welcomes and caters to guests of all ages.

Honeymooners

The peaceful setting, flowing fabrics and perfectly manicured gardens make this Cape Dutch estate a perfect backdrop for romance.

Facilities and activities

On site you'll find a well-stocked wine cellar, four cozy fireplaces, a library, a brazier heated courtyard, an outdoor swimming pool, eco-pool and koi pond set in landscaped gardens. Complimentary Wi-Fi can be accessed in reception areas.

Tour ideas in Plettenberg Bay

Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Laird's Lodge as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.

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    Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.

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    Experiences while staying here

    The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.

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      Sailing & Sea Kayaking

      There are a few outfits that offer sailing trips into Plettenberg Bay as well as sea kayaking. Apart from spectacular offshore coastal scenery, it is very likely that at some stage, a close encounter with the marine animals will occur so you can get very close to them.

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