Elephant Rest Forest Cottage Self Catering in Rheenendal, Garden Route
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Always On

Loadshedding Proof

  • Solar power
  • WiFi stays on
  • Property TypeHouse
  • Guests6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2
  • Minimum Stay2 Nights

Elephant Rest Forest Cottage is a highly recommended property for self catering in Rheenendal for up to 6 guests visiting the Garden Route region.

About Elephant Rest Forest Cottage

Located on a farm in Rheenendal outside Knysna, Elephant Rest Forest Cottage offers self catering accommodation for six people. Elephant Rest is idyllically situated along the beautiful indigenous Lawnwood Forest; a peaceful and tranquil getaway. We are a 20 minute drive to beautiful safe beaches. Horse riding is available nearby.

Self Catering Accommodation

Elephant Rest is not only very beautiful but also the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle.

This self catering timber cottage offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The main bedroom and the second bedroom each have a double bed. The third bedroom has two single beds.

There is an open plan kitchen and a lounge area. The kitchen is fully equipped for your self catering stay and there is a dining area where you can enjoy your home cooked meals. The cosy lounge has comfy seating a TV and a fireplace.

Settle down for drinks on the spacious deck which overlooks the dam and farmlands. Elephant Rest Forest Cottage is both child and pet friendly. We also offer T-shirt painting for the children.

Facilities

• Disabled persons access
• Fireplace
• TV with SABC and eTV
• Cots
• Fully equipped
• Non smoking
• Serviced weekly
• Aromatherapy massage available
• Private garden
• Covered parking
• Wood / coal barbeque and open fire pit

Activities

A number of hiking and cycling trails are on your doorstep (we have three bicycles available for hire). The cottage is also in close proximity to the historical Millwood Gold Mines and enchanting Jubilee Creek. Allow Mother Holly's Tea Garden to nourish your taste buds while soaking in the breathtaking mountain views.

Visit the Dalene Matthee monument under the gentle giant Yellowwood tree. Bird watching is popular - watch out for the Knysna Loerie and if you're lucky, the Narina Trogon. Enjoy country living with a few good restaurants and general store within 10 minute drive or take a scenic drive to Knysna town.

Features you'll appreciate

  • always on
  • wifi
  • pet friendly
  • parking
  • kitchen
  • braai / bbq
  • fireplace
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom (separate)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.
  • Cleaning materials supplied
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Disabled equipped
  • DVD player
  • Fan(s)
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Hi fi
  • International plug point(s)
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Iron / trouser press
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)

On Site

  • Fire pit
  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Garden(s)
  • Guest lounge with TV
  • Housekeeping (periodic)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Parking (undercover)
  • Pets allowed (by arrangement)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Smoking: none indoors

Loadshedding Facilities

What is loadshedding? It refers to the temporary suspension of electricity provided by Eskom, South Africa's electricity provider, to reduce consumption and thereby the load on the national grid. To compensate, South African property owners are turning to solar power, inverters with backup batteries or in some cases generators to keep the power on, wherever feasible.

  • Solar power
  • WiFi stays on

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & Rates

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This self catering timber cottage offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The main bedroom and the second bedroom each have a double bed. The third bedroom has two single beds. There is an open plan kitchen and a lounge area. The kitchen is fully equipped for your self catering stay and there is a dining area where you can enjoy your home cooked meals. The cosy lounge has comfy seating a TV and a fireplace. Settle down for drinks on the spacious deck which overlooks the dam and farmlands. Elephant Rest Forest Cottage is both child and pet friendly. We also offer T-shirt painting for the children.

  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)

Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

Guest Reviews

8 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

Peaceful chalet in the forest area with beautiful natural gardens, comfortable and clean accommodation and lovely outdoor living spaces. Friendly hosts and welcoming pets. Truly relaxing and the perfect place to recharge your batteries.

April 2021

Ingrid F. (Bonnievale)

Verified reviewexcellent

Dear Adela, Brett, Wallace and Grommet, I always have so much fun swimming in the dam, walking on the crystal road and paddling in the Drift. Grommet is such a sweet dog. Thanks for the pies and the garlic. Can`t wait to see you next year. ps. This place must be part of heaven. Love Becs

December 2020

Rebecca E. (Somerset West)

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  • Property listed on SA-Venues.com since November 2014

Need to Know

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Closest airport(s)Plettenberg Bay Airport - 50km
George Airport - 60km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the property EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since November 2014

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