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Stone Cottage Backpackers & Lodge

 
 

Description

In a corner of a world overtaken by modernity, Stone Cottage is as authentic as they come. What we have here is an exhilarating blast from the past, in the form of one of Plett's oldest (if not the oldest) holiday homes.

Built by the Le Roux family nearly a century ago and still in the same family today, Stone Cottage is a museum of nostalgia and rich artefact. It started with the Le Roux clan from Uniondale loading the ox wagon with ostrich eggs, fruit, veggies and a turkey or two, and rock-'n-rolling their way to Plett for the annual summer holidays.

This Ernest Hemingway retreat consists of the main house (occupied by Annie the artist) and three self-catering apartments on the same property; Boetie Pierre, the Hilda Room and Leonard Room, and the new Oupa Jannie upmarket backpackers.

If you are looking for absolute privacy and perfection this might not really be for you, but if creative shabby chic is your thing, you'll love it.

Creaky timber floors and doors, high beamed ceilings, old-fashioned kitchens, temperamental lights and water, Victorian beds and wafty white curtains, old rattan chairs, sagging but comfy couches, black and white photos of life as it once was, other nostalgic memorabilia that could have come with the first wagon, spectacular views of the bay and a communal deck with Jacuzzi all work together to provide comfort and Old World charm.

Of the various options, the newer two-sleeper units edge close to to luxury, while Oupa Jannie backpackers, forming part of the main house, is a lot more casual.

The only flipside to this sanctuary is the sound of traffic whizzing past just below the apartments. But this warning aside, we still think Stone Cottage is fabulous, as does a chain of previous visitors. Annie's blurb more or less sums it up: “Stone Cottage is a home away from home for many guests who enjoy the simple, relaxed and rustic atmosphere of barefoot living… No frills or luxuries, just essence."


Check-In  03:00 PM   Check-Out 10:00 AM

Historical & Cultural: The property was built in the 19th century.

Outstanding Views: Relax at the cottage and enjoy the 180-degree views from our indigenous garden.

Price & Availability

ON REQUEST
Thursday 11th September
  • Per Person Sharing:
  • R450
  • Per Person:
  • R600
  • Per Unit:
  • R1350
  • Minimum Stay:
  • 2 Nights
 
Check-in
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Boetie Pierre CottageX 1
Includes: Self-catering
The spacious one-bedroom apartment has a king-size four-poster bed, with an optional extra bed or couch. The room features crisp white linen, an en-suite shower, an open-plan fully equipped kitchen, a lounge-dining room with fireplace and a covered private veranda with 180-degree sea views.
Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Separate toilet, Jacuzzi
Beds King beds
Other Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, Wi-Fi, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms, Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Self-catering
Views Garden, Mountain, Sea
 
Boetie Pierre C ..
Sleeps 3 Price: per unit
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Hilda SuiteX 1
Includes: Self-catering
The room has a queen-size bed with an en-suite shower. The mini kitchenette offers a fridge, kettle, toaster and microwave. The room walks out onto the communal wooden deck with Jacuzzi overlooking the bay. It is serviced daily.
Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Jacuzzi
Beds Queen beds
Other Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, Wi-Fi, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms
Views Mountain, Sea, Garden
 
Hilda Suite
Sleeps 2 Price: per unit
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Leonard SuiteX 1
Includes: Self-catering
The room sleeps two with two beds and an en-suite shower. The mini kitchenette has a fridge, kettle, toaster, electric frying pan and microwave. The room walks out onto a communal wooden deck with Jacuzzi overlooking the bay. The room is serviced daily.
Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Jacuzzi
Beds Three-quarter beds
Other Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, Wi-Fi, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms
Views Garden, Mountain, Sea
 
Leonard Suite
Sleeps 2 Price: per unit
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Oupa Jannie CottageX 1
Includes: Self-catering
Oupa Jannie Dorm Rooms are situated on the ground floor of the Old Stone Cottage and boast an authentic old-west-coast atmosphere. It consists of ladies and men dorm rooms which sleep four people each. The Cottage has a fully-equipped kitchen, communal lounge, semi-outside, reed enclosed shower over the sea as well as a bathroom with a Victorian bath. The Oupa Jannie Cottage walks out into the garden which contains a communal sundeck and Jacuzzi which overlook the central beach and the Beacon Island Hotel.
Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, Jacuzzi, Outdoor shower
Beds Single beds, Three-quarter beds, Double beds
Other Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, Wi-Fi, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms
Views Mountain, Sea, Garden
 
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* Please note that these rates are a guide and are subject to change. Please confirm availability by requesting a quote.

Boetie Pierre Cottage x 1

Includes: Self-catering

The spacious one-bedroom apartment has a king-size four-poster bed, with an optional extra bed or couch. The room features crisp white linen, an en-suite shower, an open-plan fully equipped kitchen, a lounge-dining room with fireplace and a covered private veranda with 180-degree sea views.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Separate toilet, Jacuzzi
Beds King beds
Other Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, Wi-Fi, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms, Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Self-catering
Views Garden, Mountain, Sea

Hilda Suite x 1

Includes: Self-catering

The room has a queen-size bed with an en-suite shower. The mini kitchenette offers a fridge, kettle, toaster and microwave. The room walks out onto the communal wooden deck with Jacuzzi overlooking the bay. It is serviced daily.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Jacuzzi
Beds Queen beds
Other Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, Wi-Fi, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms, Balcony/patio, Self-catering
Views Garden, Mountain, Sea

Leonard Suite x 1

Includes: Self-catering

The room sleeps two with two beds and an en-suite shower. The mini kitchenette has a fridge, kettle, toaster, electric frying pan and microwave. The room walks out onto a communal wooden deck with Jacuzzi overlooking the bay. The room is serviced daily.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Jacuzzi
Beds Three-quarter beds
Other Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, Wi-Fi, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms, Balcony/patio, Self-catering
Views Garden, Mountain, Sea

Oupa Jannie Cottage x 1

Includes: Self-catering

Oupa Jannie Dorm Rooms are situated on the ground floor of the Old Stone Cottage and boast an authentic old-west-coast atmosphere. It consists of ladies and men dorm rooms which sleep four people each. The Cottage has a fully-equipped kitchen, communal lounge, semi-outside, reed enclosed shower over the sea as well as a bathroom with a Victorian bath. The Oupa Jannie Cottage walks out into the garden which contains a communal sundeck and Jacuzzi which overlook the central beach and the Beacon Island Hotel.

Features available

Bathroom Facilities Private bathroom, Jacuzzi, Outdoor shower
Beds Double beds, Single beds, Three-quarter beds
Other Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, Wi-Fi, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms, Balcony/patio, Self-catering
Views Mountain, Sea, Garden

Facilities

Facilities and Services

  • Fax
  • Photocopy Machine
  • Internet Access
  • Airport Shuttle Service
  • Parking Available
  • Babysitting Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Garden
  • Braai / Barbecue
  • Off Street Parking
  • Jacuzzi
  • WiFi
  • Internet
  • Credit Card Facility
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • Room Service
  • Hospitality Bar
 

Dining

  • Breakfast Served
  • Lunch Served
  • Dinner Served
 

Facilities in Rooms/Units

  • No Smoking in Rooms
  • Tea and Coffee in Rooms
  • Bar Fridges in Rooms
  • WiFi
  • Jacuzzi
  • Two - pronged plug point Available
 

Environment

  • Beach
  • Suburbs
 

Activities Nearby

  • Bird Watching
  • Scuba Diving
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing / Kayaking
  • Climbing - Sport
  • Fishing - Saltwater
  • Horse Riding
  • Kite-Surfing
  • Paddling - Canoeing
  • Paddling - Kayaking
  • Paddling - Sea Kayaking
  • River Rafting/Expedition
  • Rowing
  • Scuba/Snorkeling
  • Skydiving
  • Surfing
  • Waterskiing
  • Walking
  • Hiking / Backpacking
  • Whale Watching
  • Game Drives
  • Ocean Safaris
 

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Dutch
  • German
  • Zulu (isiZulu)
  • Xhosa (isiXhosa)
  • Afrikaans
 

Conference

  • Conference Venue <25 People
 

Stone Cottage Backpackers & Lodge Map

Nearby Places

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

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Bars and Nightclubs
Gallery and Museums
 

Customer Reviews

Reviews 2 of 2
The best breakfast in town!
Anonymous, South Africa
02 April 2011
Even if you don't stay at stone cottage, go for the breakfast. It was absolutely delicious and served by a 5 Star chef. The road noise is a little annoying to start with but you don't notice it after a while. We enjoyed the hot tub and the room was nicely decorated. A very central location if you are visiting Plett.
Fantastic
Anonymous, South Africa
21 December 2010
We just loved Stone Cottage. The sea views are exquisite!!! Stone Cottage is well worth a visit.

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