Stone Cottage at Moontide

On the banks of the tranquil Touw river, a few minutes stroll from Wilderness beach, this is great base from which to explore the surrounding Garden Route National Park, or just spend a few days soaking up the sun and birdwatching from the riverside decks. 

Check-in: 14h:00 | Check-out: 10h00

No minimum stay required

THE LODGE

Moontide Riverside Lodge is shaded by 400-year-old milkwood trees, and offers direct access to the river – great for swimming, canoeing (there are several canoes available) and birdwatching. Rates include a full South African breakfast: weather permitting, this is served on the deck overlooking the river – one of the loveliest locations on the Garden Route. Management is on hand for advice on what to do, and assist with activity or restaurant bookings. Should you prefer to dine in for dinner, several local restaurants offer deliveries, and Stone Cottage is equipped for self catering.

SLEEPING

Stone Cottage is a century-old two-bedroomed thatched cottage with shared bathroom and well-equipped kitchenette, ideal for a family. The bathroom has a tub and separate shower. 

LIVING

Both bedrooms open onto a private garden with outdoor seating and fountain, shaded by a 400-year-old milkwood. The kitchenette has a gas hob and convection/microwave oven. The cottage is also equipped with a stocked bar fridge, coffee and tea station (with plunger for coffee), safe and hair dryer. Towelling gowns and toiletries are provided.

THE AREA

Wilderness is a short distance east from the city of George, through the Kaaiman's River Pass. It is known for its long white sand beach, and is surrounded by the Garden Route National Park, an intricate tapestry of habitats: rivers, lakes, forests, fynbos, estuaries and beaches.

Easy and scenic striking distance from Knysna (40 minutes) and Mossel Bay (45 minutes); and an hour from Oudtshoorn or Plettenberg Bay.

GOOD TO KNOW

Rates include a full South African breakfast.

Children under 2 stay free of charge; kids aged 2 - 12 years pay 50% of the adult rate.

Laundry service is available.

OUR RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCES

Eat & Drink

Salina’s

Joplins Steak Bar

The Girls

Serendipity

Experience

Soaring like a bird above the beach (Wilderness is one of best places to paraglide in the country!)

Guided Nature Walks

Kloofing the Kaaimans river

Horse riding into the indigenous forests

Boat safari

WE SUPPORT

Moontide Riverside Lodge supports www.sevenpasses.org.za; booking through Lifetree Collection ensures that 5% of your fee is donated directly to this chosen project.

BOOKING TERMS

Payment

Rates are per person sharing per night, including full breakfast
Children under 2 stay free of charge; kids aged 2 - 12 years pay 50% of the adult rate

Cancellation Policy

More than 30 days prior to arrival will incur no cancellation fee
22 to 28 days prior to arrival forfeit 25% of total booking fee
15 to 21 days prior to arrival, forfeit 50% of total booking fee
8 to 14 days prior to arrival, forfeit 75% of total
Less than 7 days prior to arrival, forfeit 100% of total booking fee, unless due to covid, in which case proof of positive test will be required