Hunter's Country House
Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa
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HUNTER'S COUNTRY
HOUSE -
PLETTENBERG BAY, THE GARDEN ROUTE, SOUTH AFRICA
 Hunter’s is an exclusive family
owned retreat, set in the heart of the magnificent Garden Route of
the Western Cape. Situated 10km
west of South Africa’s premier resort town of Plettenberg Bay
with it’s endless golden beaches and magnificent indigenous
forests, and 20km east of the lagoon town of Knysna, the hotel is
surrounded by rich indigenous forests
and framed by the majestic Tsitsikamma mountains.
The Hunter's first fell in love with
Pear Tree Farm in 1979, with dedication they have transformed this
farm into a beautiful country estate.
The gracious, original
homestead is reminiscent of the traditional country architecture
of the region. In the extensive gardens surrounding the manor
house are 23 luxurious guest suites, each one individually decorated
and designed for the absolute comfort and privacy that one would
expect
from a Relais & Chateaux property.
Hunter Hotels presents a trio (Hunter's
Country House, Tsala Treetop Lodge and Gorah Elephant Camp) of prestigious,
family-run establishments
along the magnificent Garden Route of the
Western Cape and the malaria-free game frontier of the Eastern Cape
of South Africa.
Epitomizing service excellence
and the impeccable dedication of a team of 145 dedicated staff,
each of the 3 Hunter’s properties
has achieved a remarkable synergy of a classic service ethic and the
finest present-day
standards of luxury.
This multi-award
winning property is the flagship of the Hunter Hotel Group and defines
the benchmark for sumptuous country living, exemplary service and
acclaimed gourmet
cuisine. South Africa’s Hotel of the Year and a member - Relais & Chateaux.
Member - L.I.H.S.A. SA’s Top 100 Restaurants. Member - Chaine des
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Hunter's Country House offers
23 suites nestled discreetly in the landscaped gardens of the Hunter
Estate.
All
suites
and cottages
have en-suite bathrooms with both bath
and shower, ceiling fan, mini bar, safe, television, tea / coffee making
facilities, telephone and hairdryer. The 5 different accommodation
types are individually decorated and antique furnished with fireplaces,
private patios and forest views:
Orchard Cottages (2) Traditional
Cape cottages, interior 45m²
Garden Cottages (13) Thatched country
cottages, interior 45m²
Premier Suites (5) Thatched cottages
with separate lounge and bedroom areas, interior 60m²
Classic Suites (2) Private garden
and pool with indoor and outdoor showers, interior 85m²
Forest Suite (1) The ultimate luxury
suite with private pool and butler’s
kitchen, interior 125m²
Children
Hunter’s Country House welcomes children
of all ages. There is a private children’s recreation area with
shallow swimming pool, a TV and video / games room, dining room, a
change room,
jungle gym and
thatch-covered sandpit.
These facilities are especially
designed to ensure that children are well cared for and that the
peace and tranquility of the estate are maintained
and guests remain undisturbed. Hunter's allows only a limited number
of children at any given time to ensure the above.
Pumba’s Garden
Pumba's Garden is
open and fully supervised from 07h30 daily through to 18h30, so feel
free
to leave your children to
play in our capable
care while you sightsee or relax by the pool.
Pumba’s Garden includes a
playhouse of videos, books, play dough, toys, games, art supplies
and much more.
It offers full baby changing facilities, ablutions, a small kitchen
and opens out onto a luscious garden, which includes a splash pool,
Jungle
Gym and a sheltered sandpit. Children under the age of
8 are restricted to the use of the pool in Pumba’s Garden only.
From light snacks, fruit, beverages and ice cream, to nappies and sun
block, Pumba’s Play House has been carefully stocked to ensure
that your precious ones have everything they need to ensure uninterrupted
fun!
Should you require a babysitter in the
evening, babysitting facilities are available in your suite from 19h00
onwards. Alternative times may be arranged
on request.
Catering
Junior Guests are welcome to order from any of the regular menus
as well as from the children’s menu. Hunter's Executive Chef,
Jurgen Snyman is on hand to cater for their often more specific tastes.
It is requested that with consideration to Hunter's more elderly guests,
parents accompanied by children under the age of 10 who wish to dine
in the
conservatory for breakfast, do so before 08h30 or after 10h00, or who
wish to dine together in the dining room, arrive at 18h30. All guest
areas in the main house are available to families for lunch and 24-hour
room service is available for those awkward in-between times.
Facilities
Three intimate Baronial dining rooms with silver and candlelight are
the perfect setting for the gastronomic cuisine. A wine cellar
houses some of the Cape's finest wines while the sun lounge and main
lounge
with its upstairs library and antique fireplace add to
the charm of the main house.
A sun drenched
conservatory is ideal for hearty breakfasts and seats up to 50 guests
for functions.
• The original thatched
homestead features antique furnished lounges, candle-lit dining rooms,
an excellent cellar and a sun-drenched conservatory
• Gourmet cuisine reflecting the diversity of South African cultures
• A main outdoor swimming pool
• Forest trails, bird watching, garden walks and picnics on the estate
• Aromatherapy and reflexology available on request in the privacy of your
suite
• Five golf courses within easy access
• Personalized itineraries suggested by Front Office
•
Jill’s Antiques on the estate & curio shop at the hotel
•
Private ‘Chapel in the Forest’ available for weddings
• Fax, Internet and e-mail facilities
Dining
The romantic and beautifully appointed candle-lit dining room is the setting
to enjoy superb cuisine prepared by Hunter's acclaimed team of chefs.
A choice of select Estate or prized Auction wines from South Africa's
Cape are on offer from the cellar.
Activities
Hunter’s Country House is the perfect
base from which to explore the beautiful Garden Route. All below
are
within easy reach. Guests are a mere eight minutes drive from the pick
of the country's beaches; in a superb setting of beautifully manicured
gardens, framed by the majestic Tsitsikamma Mountains and surrounded
by rich indigenous forests.
Day Excursions
Oudtshoorn
• Ostrich Farms; Day trip; 09h00 – 16h00
• Cango Wildlife Ranch; Day trip; 09h00 – 17h00
• Cango Caves; Day trip; 09h00 – 16h00
Kynsna - George
• Outeniqua Choo Tjoe; 2½ hours; 09h45 & 14h15
Knysna
• Featherbed Nature Reserve; 4 hours; 10h00
Plettenberg Bay
• Monkeyland; 2½ hours; 08h00 – 17h00
Recreation – relaxing
• Oyster Tasting; 1 hour 08h00 – 17h00
• Guided hikes and walks; 4 hours; On appointment
• Massage (in your suite); 2 hours; On appointment
• Catermaran – Knysna Heads; 1½ hours; On appointment
• John Benn Ferry 1½ hours; 12h00 – 17h00
• Golf – Plettenberg Bay Per 18 holes; On appointment
• Golf – Sparrebosch Per 18 holes; On appointment
Recreation – active
• Horse Riding; 1½ hours; 09h00 & 15h00
• Bungee Jumping; 2 hours; 08h00 – 17h00
• Abseiling – Tsitsikamma; 3 hours; 08h00 – 17h00
• Tennis; per hour; 08h00 – 17h00
• Mountain Biking; Half day; On appointment
• Deep Sea Fishing; Half day; 07h00
• Dolphin and Whale Watching; 3 hours; 09h00, 12h30 & 14h00
• Black Water Tubing; 4 hours; 08h00
• Canoeing; Half day; On appointment
• Sea Kayaking; 4 hours; 09h00
• Scenic Flights; ½ hour; On appointment
• Parasailing; 25 mins; 08h00 – 17h00
• Great White Shark cage diving; Day trip; On appointment
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