South Africa Camps & Lodges
Lairds Lodge, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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Camp Details
Lairds Lodge is situated between the coastal towns of Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, offering a memorable getaway along South Africa’s Garden Route. The Cape Dutch-style homestead is set on a 24-acre estate with 2 pools and ensuite rooms, offering traditional South African hospitality.
The accommodation ranges from Standard, Deluxe and Luxury en-suite rooms, all of which lead onto private terraces with seating areas and access to the garden and pools. Rooms feature high ceilings, air-conditioning, percale linen and complimentary gowns. Bathrooms contain walk-in showers and/or baths and specially commissioned toiletries.
WHY CHOOSE LAIRDS LODGE?
- Plettenberg Bay – locally known as “Plett”- boasts a wide range of speciality coffee shops and local markets.
- Dinner is a sociable four course affair and can be served in the traditional dining room or cosy wine cellar.
- In the evenings pre-dinner drinks can be enjoyed outdoors in the courtyard or indoors in the casual brandy lounge.
- Fun and interactive cooking evening at Lairds Lodge Country Estate, brought to you by Chef Tjaart (South African Bake – Off) Judge & WEBER SA, brand ambassador.
Questions about Lairds Lodge
Where does Lairds Lodge sit on the Garden Route?
Between the coastal towns of Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, on a 24-acre estate around a Cape Dutch-style homestead with two pools. Plett itself is known for speciality coffee shops and local markets, so it works as a base rather than just a stopover.
What are the room categories?
Standard, Deluxe and Luxury en suite rooms, all opening onto private terraces with seating and access to the garden and pools. Rooms have high ceilings, air-conditioning, percale linen and gowns, and the bathrooms have walk-in showers, baths or both, with specially commissioned toiletries. Rates start from ZAR 2,134 per person per night.
What are evenings like at the lodge?
Dinner is a sociable four-course affair served either in the traditional dining room or the wine cellar, with pre-dinner drinks in the courtyard or the brandy lounge. There are also interactive cooking evenings hosted by Chef Tjaart, a South African Bake Off judge. Children of all ages are welcome.
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Lairds Lodge Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 - 2026 | 1 October 2025 – 19 April 2026 | Standard Double Room | ZAR 2372 |
| 2025 - 2026 | 1 October 2025 – 19 April 2026 | Deluxe Room | ZAR 2932 |
| 2026 | 20 April – 30 September | Standard Double Room | ZAR 2134 |
| 2026 | 20 April – 30 September | Deluxe Room | ZAR 2639 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
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Questions about Lairds Lodge
Where does Lairds Lodge sit on the Garden Route?
Between the coastal towns of Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, on a 24-acre estate around a Cape Dutch-style homestead with two pools. Plett itself is known for speciality coffee shops and local markets, so it works as a base rather than just a stopover.
What are the room categories?
Standard, Deluxe and Luxury en suite rooms, all opening onto private terraces with seating and access to the garden and pools. Rooms have high ceilings, air-conditioning, percale linen and gowns, and the bathrooms have walk-in showers, baths or both, with specially commissioned toiletries. Rates start from ZAR 2,134 per person per night.
What are evenings like at the lodge?
Dinner is a sociable four-course affair served either in the traditional dining room or the wine cellar, with pre-dinner drinks in the courtyard or the brandy lounge. There are also interactive cooking evenings hosted by Chef Tjaart, a South African Bake Off judge. Children of all ages are welcome.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Lairds Lodge.
Questions about Lairds Lodge
Where does Lairds Lodge sit on the Garden Route?
Between the coastal towns of Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, on a 24-acre estate around a Cape Dutch-style homestead with two pools. Plett itself is known for speciality coffee shops and local markets, so it works as a base rather than just a stopover.
What are the room categories?
Standard, Deluxe and Luxury en suite rooms, all opening onto private terraces with seating and access to the garden and pools. Rooms have high ceilings, air-conditioning, percale linen and gowns, and the bathrooms have walk-in showers, baths or both, with specially commissioned toiletries. Rates start from ZAR 2,134 per person per night.
What are evenings like at the lodge?
Dinner is a sociable four-course affair served either in the traditional dining room or the wine cellar, with pre-dinner drinks in the courtyard or the brandy lounge. There are also interactive cooking evenings hosted by Chef Tjaart, a South African Bake Off judge. Children of all ages are welcome.
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