Affordable luxury in a beautiful garden setting - Knysna

Croft House, a three star and AA recommended establishment, is situated up a quiet valley approximately three minutes drive from Knysna and only 500m from the lagoon. We are thus able to offer our guests the peace and quiet of the country yet the town, with all its restaurants and amenities is nearby.

Each of our five suites are entered through a covered patio opening onto the garden. All our guests can enjoy the tranquillity of this beautiful 1ha property, home to a large variety of bird species.

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Mossel Bay Golf Lodge - 4star guest accommodation

The Mossel Bay Golf Lodge is situated next to the 9th fairway on the Mossel Bay Golf Estate. It is ideally suited for the golfer, businessman, holiday maker or overseas visitor alike.

The 4 luxury bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, have a north facing sea view as well as a view over the golf course. Guests qualify for preferential golf rates and can rent a golf cart from the Lodge. Walking trail on the estate.

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Wildebraam Liqueurs - Swellendam

Wildebraam Liqueurs is situated in Swellendam, the largest Youngberry growing area in the country, on a farm just 3km out of town. Wildebraam produces a range of high quality, natural and unique South African liqueurs as well as a delicious range of deli products including preserves, relishes etc.

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Self catering accommodation in Plettenberg Bay

Blues Paddock is situated on 10 acres of land just off the N2 between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. Plettenberg Bay is only 8km from this tranquil hide away! Many of the located tourist attractions of the Garden Route are within easy access - ideal for day trips! There are three comfortably furnished self catering units each with private gardens & separate entrances.
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Happy 2008!

As we stand at the beginning of yet another year, I would like to wish you all the best in 2008. May the year to come be filled with wealth, health and success!

2008 promises to be a year filled with lots of fun activities!

Events/Festival coming up this year:

Klein Karoo National Arts Festival
Date: 21 to 29 Mar 2008 in Oudtshoorn

Pink Loerie
Date: 1 to 4 May 2008 in Knysna

Knysna Oyster Festival
Date: 4 Jul to 13 Jul 2008 in Knysna

George Cheese Festival
Date: 28 to 30 Jul 2008 in George

Keep posted to this Travel Blog for all the hot and happenings in the Garden Route, Little Karoo and Route 62 of South Africa.

School Terms for 2008:

Kwa-Zulu Natal Eastern Cape Western Cape Northern Cape
Holiday 1 21Mar – 13 Apr
Holiday 2 28 Jun – 13 Jul
Holiday 3 27 Sep – 5 Oct
Holiday 4 6 Dec – 20 Jan

Free State Gauteng North West Limpopo Mpumalanga
Holiday 1 21Mar – 13 Apr
Holiday 2 21 Jun – 13 Jul
Holiday 3 27 Sep – 5 Oct
Holiday 4 6 Dec – 13 Jan

Don’t delay – plan your holidays for 2009 in advance!

Happy 2008,
Christelle