At the Woods Guest House

Description

This interesting, upmarket property offers 8 rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms with a large walk in shower. The downstairs rooms have French doors opening out onto verandas facing the garden, and upstairs rooms have their own private decks, offering superb views of the Tsitsikamma mountains and the village. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, TV with select DSTV channels, bar fridges, wall safes and ceiling fans.

Breakfast is served in the dining room, or on the deck facing Storms River Peak, weather permitting. Guests are invited to make use of the two lounges on offer, enjoy the peace of the garden, take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool or sip a glass of wine on the large deck. There is Internet and WiFi available for guests use, as well as a laundry service.

The surrounding area offers a variety of activities to keep the guest entertained - from peaceful walks in the unspoilt Tsitsikamma forests, to unusual activities such as the Treetop Canopy Tour, the world’s highest bungee jump off Bloukrans Bridge or a visit to The Fernery at Forest Ferns. The Tsitsikamma National Park is a must see, and guests can enjoy the walk along the boardwalk to the suspension bridge across the Storms River Mouth, or take on the challenge of the 6km Waterfall Walk - along the start of the world famous Otter Trail.

For birding enthusiasts, the Narina Trogan, Knysna Turaco (Loerie) and Victorin’s Warbler are all seen in close proximity to the village, and At the Woods Guest House can offer guided forest walks by registered tour guides from the premises. Learn about the Velvet Worm, Star Stinkhorn and other fascinating forest dwellers. Our desire is that guests will feel at home enough to slip off their shoes, whilst enjoying the attention to detail.

Your hosts Bev and Marco have a thorough knowledge of, and passion for the area, and can offer advice and personal experiences of all that is on offer.

 Accommodation

The bedrooms are individually decorated, and every effort has been made to ensure guest satisfaction and comfort.

The upstairs bedrooms have their own decks, whilst the downstairs bedrooms open onto private patios. Most rooms have mountain views. Double doors and large windows ensure that the rooms are light and airy. All bedrooms are equipped with a refreshment tray, offering tea or coffee and your own bar fridge gives you access to fresh milk, cold drinks as well as storage space for your own water and fruit. Rooms offer either twin or a king-size bed, depending on the needs of the guests. The linen is of a high standard, and beds have a duvet and blanket to ensure a comfortable night´s rest. Ceiling fans and wall heaters will keep you content, no matter what the season. All rooms have a small wall-safe for the guests´ convenience.All rooms have televisions with select DSTV channels.

All rooms enjoy the privacy of an en-suite bathroom.

The bathroom offers guests a walk-in shower, toilet and hand basin. High quality towels, and a spacious shower with plentiful hot water are provided for the guest´s comfort.

Our desire is that guests will feel at home enough to slip off their shoes, whilst enjoying the attention to detail that the Gue

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Attractions

The surrounding area offers a variety of activities to keep the guest entertained - from peaceful walks in the unspoilt Tsitsikamma forests, to unusual activities such as the Treetop Canopy Tour, the world’s highest bungee jump off Bloukrans Bridge or a visit to The Fernery at Forest Ferns. The Tsitsikamma National Park is a must see, and guests can enjoy the walk along the boardwalk to the suspension bridge across the Storms River Mouth, or take on the challenge of the 6km Waterfall Walk – along the start of the world famous Otter Trail.

For birding enthusiasts, the Narina Trogan, Knysna Turaco (Loerie) and Victorin’s Warbler are all seen in close proximity to the village, and At the Woods Guest House can offer guided forest walks by registered tour guides from the premises. Learn about the Velvet Worm, Star Stinkhorn and other fascinating forest dwellers.

The Tsitsikamma area offers guests a wide variety of activities and attractions - from leisurely to adrenalin pumping.

Facilities

Breakfast is served in the light and airy dining room, or on the dining deck, with its beautiful view of the Tsitsikamma mountains. The sun rises from behind these mountains, and gives guests an ever-changing vista. Seasonal fresh fruit, cereals and yogurts are on the menu, as well as a cooked breakfast served with toast / criossants and home-made preserves. Tea, coffee and fruit juices round off a satisfying breakfast.

For guests who wish to relax and enjoy their evening "at home", dinner can be eaten in.

This is by request only, and needs to be booked at least 24 hours in advance. Bev and Marco will prepare a 2 course supper for you, making use of as much local produce as possible. Dinner will be served in the dining room, with a roaring fire, or can be enjoyed on the deck during the warmer months. At the Woods has a selection of wine and beer for the guests to enjoy, either as a pre-dinner drink or with their meal. We can also make reservations for guests at the restaurants in the area

Every effort is made to ensure the guests satisfaction.