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Located just minutes from the white sandy beaches of Plettenberg Bay, along the famous Garden Route, this luxurious guest house radiates an intimate atmosphere. Thanda Vista offers guests a unique home away from home. Watch whales frolic in the bay while you enjoy a full English breakfast. Three of the 5 guest rooms boast fantastic sea views, with the remainder overlooking the garden area. With Keursboom Lagoon only 984 feet from Thanda Vista, guests can participate in numerous water sport activities. Explore the area either by foot or canoe. After a long and active day you can marvel at the sunset from one of the rooftop terraces or read a book in your cozy guest room.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Plettenberg Bay
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Christopher
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything! The owner and his wife were wonderful hosts. Breakfast was more than could normally be expected! Rooms were tidy, clean and comfortable.
  • Kapimai
    United States of America United States of America
    The location is great, the staff are amazing and so friendly. Breakfast was wonderful and the whole experience left me wanting to come back again. I will definitely be back with my family in the future
  • Yasaman
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location for exploring the area. Very good hosts Ben and his dog Aero. Maggie made us the best breakfast while we were on the Garden Route. Ben made good suggestions for dining out and places to visit. The property felt safe and had...

Managed by Thanda Vista

Company review score: 9.9Based on 42 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The owner Ben Moolman welcomes you to Thanda Vista - and he promises that, with his intimate knowledge of the area, you will find there is so much to do you will want to stay forever. Ben had retired from a long career in the mining industry. He purchased Thanda Vista and took the reins in the busy season of 2018. He immediately started renovating the guesthouse to create a unique holiday experience for his guests.

Property info

Thanda Vista (thanda meaning love in Zulu) is an exclusive Bed & Breakfast establishment just minutes from the white sandy beaches of Plettenberg Bay. Originally build as a family house, previous owners JP and Petro van der Walt later converted the house into a bed and breakfast facility. Having had a long history of successfully operating Thanda Vista they decided to finally retire in a nearby town.

Neighborhood info

All the various animal sanctuaries in our neighbourhood are well visited by our guests i.e. Birds Of Eden ( 2 1/2 acres of forest covered with a net), Monkeyland (with exotic Monkeys and Apes), Tenikwa (various small cats and tame Cheetahs), Elephant Sanctuary (an education on Elephants), Jukani Wild Life Sanctuary (with 30 big cats, not only from Africa but also from South America and the East housed in big camps, Wolf Sanctuary, Ladywood Snake Park, etc.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Thanda Vista
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adults only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 8 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Thanda Vista accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

FAQs about Thanda Vista

  • Thanda Vista is 0.8 miles from the center of Plettenberg Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Thanda Vista may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from Thanda Vista. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Thanda Vista can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Thanda Vista offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding

  • Room options at Thanda Vista include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Thanda Vista is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.