Plettenberg Bay

Milkwood Manor on Sea

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Milkwood Manor on Sea

About Milkwood Manor on Sea

Seaside bliss at this charming hotel on Plettenberg Bay’s Lookout Beach.

This property will be closed from May 2025. Much-loved Plettenberg Bay is a pretty coastal town on South Africa’s Garden Route. Renowned for its clean white beaches, ancient mountains and lively holiday feel, it has plenty to offer for nature lovers, sporty types, foodies, and those who appreciate kicking back and soaking up the magnificent scenery. Milkwood Manor is an eye-catching Georgian-style guesthouse on a small peninsula that juts into the Keurbooms River lagoon along the beach. Its 12 beautifully appointed rooms, stylish restaurant and bar are in a setting that’s as close to perfection as it gets.

Plettenberg Bay , South Africa

From $120 per person/per night

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12 Rooms

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The property

The imposing Georgian-style façade gives an immediate feel of the interior, which is spacious and elegant, without being pretentious. A number of quiet lounge areas spill out on to the lush gardens, alive with birds and butterflies. The light-filled Lemongrass Restaurant serves delicious breakfasts (excellent smoked salmon and blue cheese) plus a cooked breakfast. Dinners highlight fresh seafood and local produce. The shady outdoor terrace is a great spot to enjoy breakfast or sip sundowners.

The rooms

Twelve comfortable guest rooms are furnished in an understated chic beach-house vibe, and come with all the essentials like a mini bar, tea and coffee stations, climate control, and satellite television. The room sizes vary slightly – the larger rooms have balconies and deep bath tubs as special extras. But every one has a view of the beach or the lagoon, or both; and the ground-floor room faces the tranquil gardens.

Activities

The focus here is, of course, the ocean, lagoon and long beach, and there are water-based activities galore on offer. Popular Plett has earned itself a great reputation as a centre for other fun-filled activities too – forest and coastal hikes, cruising along the coastline, golf, wildlife reserves, bungee jumping and the intriguing Plett Puzzle Park. The town itself offers exceptional restaurants, trendy bars, and local markets selling everything from gourmet farm fare to colourful arts and crafts, and clothing.

Plan your stay

How to book Milkwood Manor on Sea

How do I book Milkwood Manor on Sea?

Milkwood Manor on Sea 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 Milkwood Manor on Sea 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 Milkwood Manor on Sea?

Stays at Milkwood Manor on Sea start from around $120 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.

South Africa

Plettenberg Bay

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