True to its name, a sea of multi-hued flowers and lush fynbos foliage surrounds this exotic stone and thatch retreat perched on a slope of the Duineveld mountains.
A lively fish pond under Milkwood thickets and a terrace with a swimming pool overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, flank the entrance to this renowned eco-resort near Hermanus. The landscape resembles a modern-day Garden of Eden, where buck, bee and bird still freely go about their way, unperturbed by human awe.
The charming lodge and 11 freestanding suites, merged in the riches of Overberg flora, grant sweeping views across fynbos-clad mountains and sea. The contrast of lavish luxury and comfort in the heart of unspoilt African wildlife is sheer bliss.
The striking main building is the original Grootbos Lodge where 3 hectares of indigenous fynbos and Milkwood forests were artfully cultured into a hotchpotch of brilliant colours and shapes. Fashioned from stone, thatch and fine timber to merge with the natural environment, the stylish Garden Lodge reflects African warmth with an intercontinental twist.
Literally no stone was left unturned to cater for every whim and want of young and old. The cosy restaurant (The Garden) with a central fireplace and bar was designed to tantalise eyes and palate on exquisite cuisine and breathtaking views of sea and sky up to False Bay in the distance. High beamed ceilings and endless windows enhance the incredible sensation of light and freedom. A spacious lounge, beauty salon, library, Internet access and an entertainment room ensure that all needs are met.
Outdoors, an enticing terrace and pool area offer private bliss to sun seekers and couples waiting to toast the spectacular sunsets over Walker Bay. Stables and horse-riding opportunities, a play area where rabbits, ducks and birds breed, as well as an ecological interpretation and research centre, provide children with an unforgettable educational experience.
All the luxury suites feature romantic canopy beds, spacious en-suite bathrooms, separate lounges with cosy fireplaces, mini bar, tea & coffee making facilities as well as wooden decks with spectacular views.
Come lose yourself in a flower-world landscaped by nature.
Facilities include: 6x One-Bedroom Luxury suites, 3x One-Bedroom Classic Suites, 2x Two-Bedroom Luxury Suites. The lodge offers laundry service, centralized telephone, fax, e-mail and postal service.
Garden Lodge is family friendly and does accommodate children.
Room Categories
One-Bedroom Luxury Suite
Room size: from 75 - 85 m2
Suite features a spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom, separate lounge with tea & coffee making facilities, minibar, cosy fireplace, DVD player for in-room entertainment. The spacious suites open out onto a private outside deck overlooking the Walker Bay. As with all One-Bedroom Luxury Suites at Garden Lodge, facilities such as a separate bath, shower and toilet, satellite TV and secure room safes are standard. Click to view a floorplan of the one-bedroom luxury suite.
One-Bedroom Classic Suite
Room size: from 55 - 60 m2
Suite features a spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom, separate lounge with tea & coffee making facilities, minibar, cosy fireplace, DVD player for in-room entertainment. The spacious suites open out onto a private outside deck overlooking the Walker Bay. As with all One-Bedroom Classic Suites at Garden Lodge, facilities such as a separate shower and toilet, satellite TV and secure room safes are standard. The One-Bedroom Classic Suites do not have a bath; they are only equipped with a shower. Click to view a floor plan of the one-bedroom classic suite
Two-Bedroom Luxury Suites
Room size: from 80 - 90m2; Our Two-Bedroom Suites epitomise luxurious home-from-home comforts and are ideal for families or friends travelling together. These spacious suites feature two private en-suite bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms (one with shower and one with bath), separate lounge and dining area with tea & coffee making facilities, minibar, cosy fireplace as well as a DVD player. The spacious suites open out onto a private outside deck overlooking the Walker Bay. As with all Two-Bedroom Luxury Suites, facilities such as satellite TV and secure room safes are standard. Click to view a floorplan of the two-bedroom luxury suite.
