Green Hills Forest Lodge  

In The Crags, the heart of the Garden Route in the Western Cape, South Africa — a self-catering forest lodge just minutes from the Barnyard Theatre and the Garden Route National Park. Plettenberg Bay and kilometers of golden beaches like Nature’s Valley and Keurbooms are an easy drive away. Pet-friendly options are available.

Set on 12 hectares of indigenous forest with roaming deer and active birdlife, the lodge offers four loft-style units and a quaint two-bedroom cottage. Units were refurbished in 2017 and feature kitchenettes, 32-inch satellite TVs and Netflix streaming; Unit 4 has a private Jacuzzi and Unit 5 (the Cottage) has its own fenced garden for pets.

Enjoy a terrace and garden views, outside barbecue areas with fire-pits, private hot-tub evenings in Unit 4 and peaceful forest walks. Complimentary Wi‑Fi and free self-parking are provided — plus easy access to beaches and nearby animal sanctuaries for day trips.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the units keeps you connected. The property also offers private check-in/check-out and on-site parking for convenience.

All units are self-catering with kitchenettes equipped with refrigerators, ovens, microwaves and electric kettles. Fire-pit BBQs and outdoor grilling areas make for relaxed, DIY meals after days exploring local produce and seaside restaurants nearby.