Moontide Guest Lodge \ Accommodation in Wilderness

Set amidst 400-year-old milkwood trees and a profusion of birds and plants, Moontide is the most romantic of retreats. Located on the shores of the Wilderness lagoon, with gardens that flow into its tidal waters, the lodge is a birdwatcher's paradise.

Moontide is situated at the end of a very quiet cul-de-sac, right on the water’s edge and overlooks the Wilderness Lagoon and two minute walk to the beach.

Spend the day exploring the forests and waterfalls of Wilderness National park, or sightseeing the quaint towns of Knysna or Oudtshoorn, but make sure you set aside enough time to unwind in your Moontide hideaway. Take your sundowner to the flowing deck and enjoy the tranquility of the lagoon. What could be more romantic!

ACCOMMODATION

The seven en-suite cottages and rooms, each with their own entrance and outdoor seating area, are designed to provide you with those real 21st century luxuries, space and privacy.

All rooms are under thatch (except The Boathouse and Treetops, Moonshadow 1 and 2), with a view of the lagoon and have separate entrances.

All rooms are fitted with Satellite TV, Bar fridges and tea/coffee facilities. A separate lounge (with TV) and dining room is available for guests, as well as decks and patios with tables and deck chairs, on the water’s edge overlooking the lagoon with its rich bird life.

Moonriver:
Luxury suite with private patio and lagoon view . King–size bedded spacious room ,with 2 single beds in the loft and en-suite bath and shower.

Treetops:
Ideal for honeymooners. Bedroom leads into sun-filled patio, en-suite bathroom with an outside private deck complete with a hot and cold shower.

Milkwood:
Upstairs,double bed loft room. Downstairs lounge with king size bed and bathroom. Private patio.

Stone Cottage:
Twin bed room, with en-suite bathroom (shower only) and a private patio overlooking the lagoon.

The Boathouse:
Small and cosy. Double bed en-suite right on waters edge.

Moonshadow 1:
Full king–size bed (or two singles) with full en-suite bathroom (bath / shower) and private patio.

Moonshadow 2:
Spacious king-sized bed with lounge (couches can be made up into 2 single beds).Bath suitable for 2 people with shower. Private patio.

The Nest:
Situated up the garden stairs, this king size (or 2 singles) has a sitting area, private patio, small bathroom (shower) and kitchenette for those who want to self cater.

The Rondavel:
River facing two bedded room, with full en-suite bathroom two steps across very private patio.

BREAKFAST

Start the day with a great breakfast, served on the terrace overlooking the lagoon. An English and buffet breakfast is served under the 400 year old Milkwood trees in our luxuriant garden. Help yourself to a buffet table of cereals, yoghurt, cheese, breads, juice and milk. The on-duty manager will then offer you a choice of hot breakfast options, served with a bottomless pot of excellent filter coffee, or breakfast or Rooibos tea.

GARDEN ROUTE WEDDINGS

Moontide has a reputation for engendering romance - five proposals have been made (and accepted!) here, and numerous nuptials celebrated in style. The entire venue (space to seat 100) can be hired for little more than it would cost to rent the rooms, and accommodation for 14 guests (maximum 22) included. We can also assist with wedding planning, hiring an experienced event manager to deal with everything from table decorations to the boat the bride may choose to arrive in.

LOCATION

Located within the sprawling and beautiful Wilderness National Park, the small residential village is the ideal location from which to explore the gems of the Garden Route and Klein Karoo. Not only is this little village by far the most tranquil of the Garden Route options, but you are within easy striking distance of all the areas: the plethora of sights you'll find at bustling Knysna lie within a 25-minute radius; Plettenberg Bay, playground of the rich and famous, a further 20 minutes, while Oudtshoorn and the jaw-dropping Swartberg Pass lies 60 minutes away.

Moontide itself is also well located within Wilderness - at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, it is the only lodge right on the lagoon, yet the beach is a four minute stroll from here, while the charming Milkwood Village, with its craft shops, informal eateries and health spa is a 10 minute walk (or three minute drive) away.

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