Holt Hill

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

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 11 mi from Plettenberg Bay Airport, Holt Hill is near Goose Valley Golf Club (6.2 mi) and Robberg Nature Reserve (9.3 mi). Activities such as fishing, hiking, cycling, and snorkeling 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • 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 king bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
1 twin bed
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1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
Bedroom
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pat
    South Africa South Africa
    “Neels went out of his way when I lost the keys and had to wake him to get back into our lovely wooden Cottage . He was very patient and had to go and get another set of keys at the main house . I replaced the keys on our last day there.”
  • Ey_m
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    “Our family spent 3 days here and we felt right at home! The property is so beautiful. Our family studio is tastefully decorated, with a semi outdoor shower. We braaied in the spacious and gorgeous garden, with other guests and the host, next to...”
  • Mehdi
    South Africa South Africa
    “Staying at Holt Hill greatly enhanced the enjoyment of our trip. The place is incredibly pleasant and relaxing, with the added convenience of having full access to all the kitchen and garden amenities, which made our stay exceptionally...”
  • Megan
    United States United States
    “Easy location, charming! Perfect stop for the night”
  • 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.”

Managed by Holt Hill team

Company review score: 9.5Based on 338 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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 info

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.

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

House rules

Holt Hill takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, 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

Must-know information for guests at this property

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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