Edenbrook Country Manor — Hotel in George

I initially did not intend to write this review because we decided almost immediately upon arrival not to stay here. But because the communication about whether or not to get a partial refund did not go well, I decided to do it anyway. In itself, this is a beautiful domain. However, the two self-sufficient cottages are located next to a fairly dark forest (where trees had just been cut down), and not in the atmospheric pretty gardens uphill. They hardly have any windows, are dark and feel closed, and are not warm or cozy. They look like old houses where the staff once lived, and no effort was made to place a window or door at the back - where a hot tub was installed. As a result, the cottage has no contact with the outside space, and the inside feels like a cheap motel. We were told that most people staying there are always on the go and are not bothered by it, but since we are traveling with two children, we find the atmosphere of a house and place very important. On the photos that you find of it on booking and airbnb, it all seems to look a lot better. Now that we looked again at these photos, we noticed the only photo of the cottages is one birdview-picture which looks nice, but you can’t sera any interior/exterieur. All other photos are of other interiors and rooms in the main Colonials style buildings. This doesn’t give a correct impression, and is not fair to guests. We were quickly welcomed by the man of the house who warned us to watch out for crime, and made comments about his staff being on his wifi too much. The first contact was therefore not too pleasant. The woman of the estate wanted to offer us another room, which was not big enough for our family, but she would solve that by putting extra beds for the kids in the kitchen area. We politely declined. We booked this place for 6 nights, they were not even prepared to refund part of this. As a hostess you always have the choice to show understanding for your guests, and at least partly meet their expectations. Of course we understand that we cannot be fully refunded for 6 nights (we also rent a B&B at home), but we are quite convinced that the advertisement makes the place seem different than it actually is. I would recommend putting a window in the back wall, and some energy and budget in the decoration. But that does not seem to be a problem to me now, with the money we’ve lost here, you can already make a big part of it. We have stayed in many places in SA and have always been warmly welcomed and our expectations matched the advertisement. We found this to be a very disappointing experience. Our decision not to stay probably costs us 8000 Rand, but atmosphere and warmth are ultimately more...

Edenbrook Country Manor Estate is a family-run hidden gem just a few minutes outside Plettenberg Bay!

Surrounded by gorgeous woodlands and luscious green gardens, Edenbrook offers the discerning guest all the home comforts one would expect from a Country Manor when traveling or on vacation, despite being so affordable!

While there are various accommodation choices available (including several self catering options and Forest Rooms with private outdoor heated tubs!), my room of choice is the Executive King Garden Suites.

The tastefully decorated Executive Garden Suites offer a really large room with the obvious king bed, a single bed around the corner, comfortable high back lounge armchairs placed in front of an open wood fireplace for romantic cooler evenings, good wifi, TV, kettle & crockery for tea/coffee, a powerful aircon with both heat and cooling settings, a private patio and a really large, separate full bathroom including a big shower and bathtub.

The B&B option includes a delicious totally sumptuous fresh breakfast proudly prepared by none other than co-owner Nick (he creates Michelin-star-worthy eggs!) Commence with fresh orange juice and/or filter coffee, then sweet, fresh seasonal fruit salad - with creamy yogurt, muesli or cereal options, followed by a fantastic, freshly prepared hot breakfast, changed daily - the perfect spoil treat to start every day!

I also loved that the friendly family pets would pop around for a quick hello from time to time! 😊

I’m pretty fussy with cleanliness and what I eat, however, this is my fourth stay and I cannot recommend Edenbrook Country Manor highly enough and the owners (Nick and Linda) are super friendly and hospitable to boot! You’ll...

From the moment we arrived at Edenbrook Country Manor, we were embraced by the warmth and genuine hospitality. Nick and Linda's friendly demeanor made us feel instantly at home, and their attentiveness to our needs throughout our stay was truly exceptional.

The delicious breakfast deserves its own praise! Each morning was a culinary journey, with fresh, locally sourced ingredients prepared with care and love.

Beyond the outstanding hospitality and breakfast, the entire atmosphere at Edenbrook Country Manor was idyllic. The  beautiful gardens and peaceful surroundings It was the perfect place to relax, unwind, and truly appreciate the beauty of the surrounding area.

We cannot recommend Edenbrook Country Manor highly enough. If you're looking for a place where you'll be welcomed with open arms this is the perfect destination. Thanks to Nick and Linda's wonderful hospitality and the incredible breakfast, our stay was truly...