Hog Hollow Country Lodge

Lush indigenous vegetation and forests framed by majestic mountain ranges on the one side and the Indian Ocean with its pristine white beaches on the other make the Garden Route one of the most beautiful parts of South Africa.

Hog Hollow Country Lodge is situated in a private nature reserve, only 18 km east of Plettenberg Bay, and provides guests with an ideal base to explore the Garden Route, and its myriad of attractions.

The main house is where it all happens and, apart from the dining room, includes 3 lounge areas; one leading out to the sun drenched deck area and on down to the pool, whilst the other offers the privacy to use the internet and keep in contact with friends and family. The third is situated near the Cape Ficus Tree growing through the deck, perfect for spotting birds coming to feed off the fruit in the tree.

In the evenings, superb dinners are served around the communal table in the convivial comfort of the candle-lit dining room.

Sixteen uniquely individual rooms are all situated in the gardens surrounding the main house. Decorated in earthy colours, with hand crafted artefacts scattered throughout, all feature kingsize beds (or twin if you prefer), and a well stocked mini bar. Sit out on your private wooden deck listening to the sounds of a garden humming with life, enveloped in the warmth of the African sun.

There are 3 double storey suites suitable for families with children aged 12 or under sharing with their parents. Children are accommodated downstairs on a double sleeper couch and an ottoman, slightly shorter than a single bed but wider.

The Villa is about 400 meters from the main lodge, and is a 4 bedroomed double storey house with extraordinary views of the valley. The house opens up onto a private infinity pool and wooden decks.

Rates Include

Breakfast is included. Children under 12 years have an earlier dining time of 18:00 whereas adult dining time in the main area is from 19:30. Separate family dining is easily arranged if parents wish their children to join them at the main dining time.

Children Policy

Children of any age are welcome. Rates available on request. For younger children, please note there are 2 unfenced dams and a swimming pool on the premises. There is no television available.

Guest Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 based on 14 ratings

Directions For Drivers

From Cape Town/Hermanus/The Winelands/Swellendam/Wilderness/Knysna: Follow the N2 to Plettenberg Bay. About 18 km past Plettenberg Bay, you will see a brown Road Department Information sign saying Hog Hollow/Barnyard. At the sign, turn right off the highway. This tarred farm road is called the Askop Road. Hog Hollow is 1.3 km further along on the left.

From Oudtshoorn: Depart Oudtshoorn along the R62 / N12 road towards George. Travel over the Outeniqua Pass and travel through George, connecting onto the N2 Motorway. Follow the directions above, passing through Wilderness and Knysna en route to Plettenberg Bay.

From Port Elizabeth (also known as Gqeberha): Take the N2 to Plettenberg Bay. Approximately 18 km before Plettenberg Bay, you will see a brown Road Department Information sign saying Hog Hollow/Barnyard. At the sign, turn left off the highway. This tarred farm road is called the Askop Road. Hog Hollow is 1.3 km further along on the left.

General Information For Guests

The suites are situated in the gardens of the Main Lodge. They all have a lounge area and a private wooden deck, a fireplace, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities, air conditioning, fan and heater, a hair dryer and a room safe.

The Loft Suites are double storey accommodation and are also situated in the gardens of the Main Lodge. They have a lounge area and private wooden decks on the upper and lower levels, as well as mini-bar, tea/coffee station, ceiling fan and wall heaters. The Loft Suites are used for families and can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children aged 12 and under. Parents are accommodated upstairs in the master bedroom (with en-suite bathroom), while the children are accommodated downstairs in the lounge area. In the evening the double sleeper couch and an ottoman, which is slightly shorter than a single bed, but wider, are made up for the children.

The 4 bedroomed Forest Villa is is 400m from the Main Lodge and has an open plan lounge area with a TV and fireplace, and a fully stocked honesty bar including an excellent selection of local wines.  There is also a wooden deck and a swimming pool (unfenced). Breakfast, dinners and lunches are served at the restaurant at the main Lodge at Hog Hollow. On request, guests can request a traditional South African braai (BBQ) but this requires 24 hours notice.

The Main Lodge has a swimming pool, secure parking, bar and restaurant (serving light lunches and set 3 course evening dinner if required), a TV room, 24 hour security and secure parking.

There is mobile phone connectivity and complimentary internet access.

Babysitting and laundry services are available on request (additional cost).

Credit cards are accepted.

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