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The Dunes Country House
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| The Dunes is an exclusive retreat set in the picturesque St. Francis Bay village. The Guest House, reminiscent of an old Cape farmhouse, is surrounded by beautiful indigenous gardens and sits on a 200-hectare ... read more » |
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Chantelle Cook |
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+27 (0)42 294-1685 |
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+27 (0)42 294-1687 |
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+27 (0)82 324-3484 |
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R330 Freeway,
St Francis Bay, 6312,
Eastern Cape, South Africa |
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DESCRIPTION:
The Dunes is an exclusive family owned retreat in picturesque St. Francis Bay, Eastern Cape. The guest house, reminiscent of an old Cape Farmhouse, is surrounded by beautiful indigenous gardens and sits on a 600 hectare property rich in coastal fynbos and dune fields.
ACCOMMODATION
The suites are spacious and comfortable, opening out onto private verandahs overlooking the indigenous gardens. Each suite is stylishly furnished, all with warm, earthy undertones and dark Mahogany furniture.
Garden Suites (sleeps 2 each)
The Garden Suites all feature beverage and bar facilities, satellite television, DVD players, ceiling fans, bath and shower facilities, private verandas and access to the gardens, with either king or twin size beds.
Family Cottage (sleeps 4)
The Family Cottage is a free-standing cottage with two seperate bedrooms accommodating a family of four. The cottage has a dedicated lounge area with fireplace, features include beverage and bar facilities, satellite television, DVD players, ceiling fans, bath and shower facilities, private verandas and access to the gardens, with either king or twin size beds.
Luxuries
All suites feature king or twin size beds, television, DVD players, beverage and bar facilities, gowns and luxurious white percale linens. The Elegant en-suite bathrooms boast romantic ball and claw baths, marble counter tops and under floor heating.
Dining
Wholesome country breakfasts are served daily, orchestrated by the sounds of the awakening day. Dining at night is on request, where a sumptuous 3 course dinner may be enjoyed along with a selection of fine local wines.
Outdoors
Whether lazing by the poolside, enjoying bird watching from the comforts of your private verandah or simply relishing the natural beauty of our landscape, you are assured of a truly memorable stay at The Dunes. Personalized and friendly services are the hallmark of every stay.
SERVICES AND FACILITIES
Satellite TV in the bedrooms
Telephones in the bedrooms
DVD players in the bedrooms
DVD and video library
Laundry service
Baby sitting service
Heated pool and jacuzzi
Outdoor braai/barbeque area
Airport transfers
BUSH SPA
Indulge yourself in one of our Body Therapies designed to bring you a state of pure, organically inspired ... Body Bliss. The fragrance induced from wild flowers, indigenous fynbos, the African bush, a native Boma and a roaring log fire are our greatest inspiration. All our treatments are a blend of herbal and indigenous ingredients celebrating a variety of traditions to create a cross - cultural African inspired Bush Spa experience.
Flowers connect us to the spirit of the world - each treatment begins with an ancient ritual of a hot floral-infused foot bath. The ultimate experience on offer is the Magical Moonlit Massage, where at the end of a timber walkway lit by the soft light of the moon and a fairy-trial of hurricane lamps, an African-inspired experience awaits. Aromatherapy oils and the warmth of a log fire bring the ultimate in relaxation decadence to leave you ready for a deep sleep in the quiet of The Dunes night where not even dreams will stir you.
ACTIVITIES
For the more active, guided walks into our adjoining coastal reserve, Thula Moya, where a mecca of flora and fauna abides. The reserve, with its numerous water holes and hides, allows nature enthusiasts to take in the birdlife and wildlife uninterrupted.
Frogging Safari
The frog safari starts at sunset, when our newly appointed froggers make their way all huddled in a game drive vehicle, armed with torches, nets and plastic bags and wearing gum boots we head to our private nature reserve Thula Moya, where we find the frog filled dams. A sharp eye, keen ear and agility are key to the successful bagging of the springly amphibians.
The noise is deafening as the frogs sing and create music of their own. They call as loudly as they possiblely can in order to find a suitable mate. And, though the frogs come in all sorts of hues and colour combinations, from spotted, striped to dotted with red, green, yellow and black, it is not the sight of a handsome male that attracts the nubile females but the songs that they sing that have them swooning in the embrace of loud-mouthed males.
Once caught , the frogs are identified, listed and checked over for any signs of ill-health that would indicate pollution. They are then released back into the dam. Where they can carry on calling for their mate. So far, 13 species have been found in the area. The area is highlly protected so there is no access for pollution to take place.
Additional activities on the property include
Guided nature walks
Mountain biking trails
Bush breakfasts at our bush camp
Sunset walks into the surrounding sand dune system
Activities and Attractions nearby include
Endless beaches
Kite-sailing
River and canal cruises
Deep-sea fishing trips
Visits to the lighthouse
Sandboarding Quad biking |
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