Holt Hill

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Free WiFi

9.6

About this property

Essential Facilities: Holt Hill in Plettenberg Bay offers a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the lounge, outdoor fireplace, or enjoy the outdoor seating and picnic areas. Comfortable Accommodations: The farm stay features family rooms, a games room, and barbecue facilities. Additional amenities include a shared kitchen, outdoor dining area, and free on-site private parking. Local Attractions: Located 17 km from Plettenberg Bay Airport, Holt Hill is near Goose Valley Golf Club (10 km) and Robberg Nature Reserve (15 km). Activities such as fishing, hiking, cycling, and snorkelling are available. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its garden, host, and convenience for nature trips, Holt Hill ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 single bed
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1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ashley
South Africa South Africa
“Neels was friendly and went out of his way to make my stay exceptional. Tranquil and peaceful forest vibe. Real value for money.”
Stacey
South Africa South Africa
“Honestly this is the best accommodation we have ever stayed at. We went as a couple and with a group of friends. We had such a great time. Neels was very warm and welcoming. The other guests were really nice as well. But you also have lots of...”
Pedro
South Africa South Africa
“The owners,let's start their absolute 💯 the most amazing owners. The privacy quiet surroundings, you and nature.wooooow”
Annette
Netherlands Netherlands
“The location is great; the host is friendly and entertaining. The bed was good. I liked the small, cute details. I had the peacock room, and it was decorated in style. the room of my friends was decorated in orange style. Highly creative. You...”
Lucille
New Zealand New Zealand
“lovely host, great location, easy to find room with detailed instructions from host, had a great stay.”
Mudau
South Africa South Africa
“I liked the view, the quiet vibe and warm hospitality from the Host.”
Hemming
South Africa South Africa
“We loved the peace and quiet and all the animals that came to visit us - especially Gengi the cat that came for some morning cuddles. Perfect wifi connection for my husband - which he needs for work.”
Nel
South Africa South Africa
“what a lovely setting..peaceful and refreshing! being greeted by the four legged "hosts" was a treat!! the human host was as kind and so friendly and accommodating.”
Witold
Thailand Thailand
“a wonderful place for a few days stopover. The host is very hospitable and helpful, and the house and picturesque garden are perfectly decorated, giving the place a magical atmosphere”
Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Another hidden gem along the garden route. Just outside the main town so very quiet and just beautiful. Neels was our host and was just great, made us feel very relaxed and at home. Good communal kitchen facilities. Beautiful peacocks roaming the...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Holt Hill team

Company review score: 9.5Based on 337 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a Artistic family that works and enjoys this very specail place in Africa, where we have create uniquely decorated rooms and garden spaces for you to relax and be inspired. La Carla Masks, our carnival, masquerade mask business is based on the farm, with over 38000 custom designed masks made since 2007 we truly are living a dream, creating artwork for a income.

Property information

You are invited to experience this beautiful Forest Farm where you can read a book, play a game and relax under our big tree. We are centrally located on The Garden Route and choose to share our home with travellers, enabling them to experience the tranquillity and quirky, artfully, decorated spaces. Free parking available. We are environmental friendly therefore do not use poisons, respecting all the forest animals that live around us. Colada, our German shepard and Tango the small dog, Roger the peacock as well as our cat, Gengi, have free access on the property. In the main farm house there is a fully equipend communal kitchen, BBQ and dining area available for all the guests. Only the Eagle room has a small kitchenette and private balcony. The Budget Dubbel Room, Small Double Room and Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony have access with a shared staircase. Each of these rooms have their own private open plan shower, toilet with basin located in the room without any division between it and the bed. The King Room and Deluxe Double Room located on ground floor, in the main farm house both have ensuite bathrooms.

Neighbourhood information

Take a short walk to Rescue raptors right across the road from us allows you to experience up close what it feels like to have a owl look you in the eye. The small restaurant next door is perfect for a breakfast, and Cheese from The Cheese Man is perfect for a picnic basket. The elephant farm and Wolf sanctuary is just down the road. There are excellent restaurants and entertainment in Plettenberg bay about 6km from us with so much to offer, ocean safaris, swimming with seals, whale watching, hiking in a forest or around Robberg.... there is something for everyone. Knysna is 20km from us and you will love going to the Heads especially at sunset

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

House rules

Holt Hill takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Holt Hill in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.