The Fernery Lodge & Spa

Restaurant/places to eat, Activities, River view, Entertainment

Natural landscape, Mountain view, Sea view

Massage, Massage, Spa and wellness centre/facilities, Spa and wellness centre/facilities

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(1,257 Ratings)

Nature lodge in Eastern Cape

Reasons to book

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

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About this nature lodge rental

Situated at the base of the wild Tsitsikamma Mountains, The Fernery overlooks an impressive 30-metre waterfall in the Sanddrift River gorge. The deck area boasts a cocktail bar and free WiFi is available throughout.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Beachfront or waterfront

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Eastern Cape

Nearby attractions

Hilton Methodist Church

212.5 mi

Kommandodrif-natuurreservaat

178.8 mi

Natuurreservaat Mpofu

177 mi

Our Heritage Museum

160.7 mi

Available Rooms

Luxury King or Twin Room with Sea View

1 King or 2 Single • 301 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Luxury King or Twin Room - No View

1 King or 2 Single • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Chalet (2 Adults)

1 King • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Family Chalet - 2 Adults & 2 Children

1 King • 570 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Luxury Two-Bedroom Chalet with Private Pool

1 King • 1 King • 1571 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

$$$$

The Fernery Lodge & Spa

$$$$

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(1,257 Ratings)

Nature lodge in Eastern Cape

Reasons to book

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Beachfront or waterfront

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Eastern Cape

Nearby attractions

Hilton Methodist Church

212.5 mi

Kommandodrif-natuurreservaat

178.8 mi

Natuurreservaat Mpofu

177 mi

Our Heritage Museum

160.7 mi

Available Rooms

Luxury King or Twin Room with Sea View

1 King or 2 Single • 301 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Luxury King or Twin Room - No View

1 King or 2 Single • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Chalet (2 Adults)

1 King • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Family Chalet - 2 Adults & 2 Children

1 King • 570 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Luxury Two-Bedroom Chalet with Private Pool

1 King • 1 King • 1571 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(1,257 Ratings)

100% verified reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

The Fernery, a beautiful and enchanting place

The setting was exceptional and we had ideal weather to enjoy the indoor fireplace and cozy log cabin. The staff were attentive and very friendly. Food was a good as the rest of the stay. We loved it !!! The forestry road that is used as access was much better than expected

There was nothing to not like

4.5 / 5.0

Apr 2024

Simply an amazing place to stay with amazing food and atmosphere!

Loved everything! Location, service ( staff were amazing), room and the food was amazing. Staff went the extra mile to make our stay special (had best military and cream I have tasted in years). The spa ladies Sue and Si did one of the best deep tissue massages we have had in years! Simply a great experience!

I think it would be good to have aircon fin the rooms for summer. Did not effect us at this time of year!

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2023

A special place to stay and relax

Loved everything about The Fernery. Chalet was beautiful and luxurious with a private deck and wonderful views. So peaceful. The hot tub was fun. Restaurant food and breakfast were excellent and the staff helpful with a good attitude. Hope we can return!

4.5 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Superb but not superlative

The stay was comfortable, food great, unfortunately the view from our room wasn’t upto what we’d imagined. Was good but not as the photographs had promised.

The view

4.5 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Exceptional

The views of nature were magnificent. The place really so so quiet and calm

The road leading to the property is a gravel road and we were stuck in mud for a few minutes as it was raining.

3.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Average stay

The views from the dining area were spectacular! The chalets were spacious, with a lovely wood finish and clean. Room service was good.

Our chalet was very far from the main building which meant a long walk for the kiddies. We were forced to order dinner in our room as it was the long walk to the dining area in the evening. The welcome was rushed, no welcome drinks were offered. The road leading to the chalet is quite bumpy and long, so you need a decent car to go. Finally, our chalet had no views of the gorge or the spectacular views that the dining area had, (which was the reason why we had booked this lodge in the middle of nowhere). Our chalet looked into some trees. There might be some chalets with better views, but there were more than 1 like ours.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Beautiful and romantic

This is stunning and cosy! Beautiful views and all of the amenities for a romantic stay with your significant other.

The balcony , the fireplace, the bathtub, the showers, so so so good!!!!

2.5 / 5.0

Jul 2023

It was alright would go back just for the nature

The views

The cabin

4.5 / 5.0

May 2023

Great, definitely worth a visit

It was worth the drive to get there and the views were spectacular. We would have definitely wanted to spend more time as one night did not do it justice and experience more of the facilities offered and the views.

As a family of 6, we were split up a bit which made it a bit more difficult to co-ordinate. We could have been more informed so that we could have chosen the right accomodation but we know for the next time. Although it is "halaal friendly", more training to staff regarding "halaal catering" and this would have given us more confidence.

3.5 / 5.0

Apr 2023

More like 3 star accommodation and we had a superior room

The view from the room was great. Room was large

The toiletries stunk. The food was lacking in taste. Every little request was too much for staff

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Exceptional

A most beautiful setting. Views to die for! We loved our room and the quiet ambience. The food was delicious and the staff friendly

4.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Great experience!

Nice place, great experience. We enjoyed every moment. Highly recommend!

It's too dark in the night. Please improve lighting from Reasturant to rooms.

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Very good

Beautifully located, nice facilities with the hot tub and jacuzzi. The restaurant is a plus. The huts are nice with huge bathrooms and all comfort you can wish for.

The restaurant closes really early. The staff could be more helpful to explain the facilities and where to find what.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Awesome location. Friendly informed staff. Great food choices

The hot tubs

Aircon in room not just a fan

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

A beautiful weekend indeed - the views, the hikes, the restaurant food, the service from staff

Spectacular views and nice comfortable hikes. You do need to climb down a bit to get to some of the lookout points, but these paths and stairs have been made as safe as possible and are well maintained. Restaurant food is beautiful to look at and equally beautiful to eat! All staff members were very friendly and helpful - thank you! The SPICE room is very comfortable, and the bathroom is out of this world - a real 'home spa' experience.

In the Lodge itself and specifically in the restaurant there are many little staircases. It was not a problem for us but could be a problem for people with walking difficulties. We did not see any indication of this on the website or when doing the booking through Booking.com.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Highly recommend! Loved the place!

The Fernery, located in Tsitsikamma National Park, is an exceptional property that offers unparalleled views of the ocean and the surrounding gorge. The natural beauty of the area is simply breathtaking and unlike anything we've ever seen before. Our two-night stay at The Fernery was an unforgettable experience. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that we felt welcome and comfortable throughout our stay. As a special touch for our honeymoon, they even upgraded us to an ocean-facing room which made our stay even more memorable. The room was spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated. The view from the room was simply spectacular, and we could spend hours simply gazing out at the ocean and the surrounding landscape. The peace and tranquility of the surroundings made it the perfect place to relax and unwind. The bar at The Fernery was beautifully designed, and the fireplace provided the perfect setting for a cozy evening. The ambiance of the bar was warm and inviting, and we loved spending time there. One of the things we loved most about The Fernery was the sense of seclusion and privacy. Despite being located in the national park, it felt like a world away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The natural beauty of the surroundings provided a peaceful and rejuvenating atmosphere that we will never forget. Overall, The Fernery is an exceptional property that we would highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable stay in Tsitsikamma National Park. The breathtaking views, spacious and well-appointed rooms, attentive staff, and peaceful atmosphere make for a truly unforgettable experience. We can't wait to return and experience it all again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

a very enjoyable stay in a very beautiful setting

location location location and the view from the chalet and the restaurant

nil

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

The best, most relaxing 5 days I can remember

Position, position, position

4.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Very good

beautiful setting, well laid out cottages and restaurant has fantastic views

good menu was great but though food itself could be better

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Lovely accommodation; will visit again!

Location, rooms and restaurant

That I have to fly all the way to South-Africa to stay here

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Exceptional

everyone was very nice and professional. cottage was beautiful and the food was very good. And the many whales we saw, from the deck and terrace while having lunch.

4.5 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Superb

Beautiful setting

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Exquisite views and lovely property. Incredible location and unforgettable food!

Stunning views, exceptional service and lovely staff. The property is exceptional, the rooms are just perfect and extremely clean. Great jacuzzi and bath tub in the chalet we stayed.

4.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

nice stay

very nice chalet

it was loud because of the waterfall

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

luxury stay overlooking beautiful gorge near storms river

stunning location over gorge luxury chalet with 2 large bedrooms linked by kitchen area, private deck with own small pool boardwalk to restaurant area jacuzzi overlooking gorge fabulous food at breakfast and dinner nice running/walking and cycle routes at property

pools not heated so too cold to use in august access road not great … just need to take your time and go slow trying to avoid potholes for 8km

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

perfect quiet getaway

The views are picture perfect, you hear nothing but sea and waterfall. staff very helpful

the road in was a bit bumpy but accessible by car and well with it

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Eastern Cape?

The average price for a rental in Eastern Cape is $68 per night. This rental is $57 above the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Fernery Lodge & Spa. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Fernery Lodge & Spa. Enjoy the water!

Is The Fernery Lodge & Spa pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Fernery Lodge & Spa?

We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and smoking allowed.

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The Fernery Lodge & Spa

Nature lodge in Eastern Cape

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Eastern Cape

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Luxury King or Twin Room with Sea View

Luxury King or Twin Room - No View

Chalet (2 Adults)

Family Chalet - 2 Adults & 2 Children

Luxury Two-Bedroom Chalet with Private Pool

The Fernery Lodge & Spa

Nature lodge in Eastern Cape

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Eastern Cape

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Luxury King or Twin Room with Sea View

Luxury King or Twin Room - No View

Chalet (2 Adults)

Family Chalet - 2 Adults & 2 Children

Luxury Two-Bedroom Chalet with Private Pool

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Eastern Cape?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is The Fernery Lodge & Spa pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Fernery Lodge & Spa?

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