Laird's Lodge Country Estate

This exclusive Country House set on a 24 acre estate with distant mountain views - is perfectly positioned between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay in the heart of South Africa's Garden Route. An ideal getaway for those wanting to enjoy gracious country living, Laird's Lodge offers easy access to unspoiled beaches, world class golf courses, scenic nature reserves and hiking trails.

This gracious Cape Dutch homestead, situated on a 24 acre estate, offers distant mountain views, wide open spaces, a secluded swimming pool, koi ponds, courtyards and the intimate cognac and cigar lounge. The lodge boasts one of the finest menus on the Garden Route specializing in seafood and venison, flavored with fresh herbs from the garden. Sumptuous breakfasts and convivial 4 course gourmet dinners are served in one of the traditional reed ceilinged dining rooms or the rustically charming leaf strewn wine cellar.

The 15 high ceilinged elegantly decorated rooms convey a feeling of tranquil elegance and include cushioned comfort, air conditioning, percale linen and quality toiletries. Daily excursions are planned by one of the knowledgeable staff and include close encounters with whales and dolphins or walking with and feeding the Knysna Elephants.

Other options include hiking the Robberg Marine & Nature Reserve, golfing at one of the superb courses. Monkyland, Birds of Eden, Teniqwa cheetah's or sunbathing and swimming on one of the pristine beaches.