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Buffelsdam House, Plettenberg Bay | Timbuktu Travel
Plettenberg Bay

Buffelsdam House

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About Buffelsdam House

A quiet country house just outside a holiday hotspot
Turn off the N2 Garden Route between Plettenberg Bay and Nature's Valley and travel just five minutes to reach Buffelsdam Country House, a lovely bed-and-breakfast retreat in a truly beautiful setting. This rural area backed by the lush Tsitsikamma Mountains is called, aptly, The Crags, and the lodge its heart is an affordable yet rather wonderful place. Its six well-appointed rooms face the mountain or garden, and there's a three-bedroom family unit that's perfect for families. There's no shortage of activities either, from exploring the Garden's Route's pretty towns to beach walking, birdwatching or simply relaxing in the garden.
Plettenberg Bay , South Africa
From $130 per person/per night
Retreat
9 Rooms
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The property

Breakfast (both delicious and generous) is served on a patio, fronted by rose bushes and lovely gardens – green all the way to the mountains. There's a sparkling pool with sunloungers should you feel like catching some rays (order some bubbly to celebrate your stay), and a garden that's perfect for relaxing with a book, gazing up every now and again to gaze at the horses and lift your eyes to the crags. We'd certainly cheer to that.

The rooms

You'll love the crisp brightness of the decor in the six bedrooms and three-bedroom family unit (the latter on the ground floor). The rooms, all on the upper floor, have en-suite bathrooms and king-sized beds to make sure you rest peacefully. The garden-view rooms are blissfully tranquil, but for a truly spectacular stay choose a mountain-facing room with its own balcony. The family unit features two double bedrooms and a single bedroom, and a private pool. TV and wi-fi throughout.

Activities

On the doorstep is a plethora of activities waiting to be ticked off your Garden Route bucket list. Watch monkeys gambolling at Monkey Land, admire local feathered species at Birds of Eden, and visit the popular Elephant Sanctuary. Explore the nearby beaches on long walks, take a dip in the ocean, or head to Plett for some upmarket retail action. The Garden Route has lots to offer. That's why it's one of our favourite destinations.
Plan your stay

How to book Buffelsdam House

How do I book Buffelsdam House?

Buffelsdam House can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring Buffelsdam House or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Buffelsdam House?

Stays at Buffelsdam House start from around $130 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Buffelsdam House

South Africa

Plettenberg Bay

Live the famous Plett lifestyle in the St Tropez of South Africa