Bella Manga Country Escape is surrounded by the Tsitsikamma Mountains. It features 2 large outdoor pools. Plettenberg Bay with its beaches is a 20-minute drive away. Rooms and self-catering cottages are available as well Bella Manga Country Escape traditional, round Rondavel houses. The forest lodges are set apart for privacy. All units offer a small fridge and some of them have a TV. Guests can enjoy a drink from the honesty bar and relax in the Old Dairy lounge and TV room. The Fire Pit in the garden also offers a unique setting for enjoying aperitifs and a traditional braai barbecue. Walking can be enjoyed on the property and small game and birds can be often be found. Additional facilities include a business centre, a guest lounge with flat-screen satellite TV, and secure private parking. Free WiFi is available in the rooms and public areas of the main guest house. Bella Manga also offers a function and wedding venue.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
or
4 single beds
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.5
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.9
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    Nathan
    South Africa South Africa
    Cabin 3 was amazing with such a getaway feel to it. We loved it.
  • Maren
    Germany Germany
    Outstanding breakfast and very friendly and welcoming hosts. Will come back, when we Are in the area of plettenberg bay.
  • Tyra
    South Africa South Africa
    I liked the location and the pool very much. The cleaning lady and staff was awesome and very kind.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Chris & Jenny Sturgess

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

Chris & Jenny Sturgess
A sympathetically renovated historical farm over 150 years old offering tranquil safe rural gardens and farmland just 15 mins drive from the town and the beach in the Uplands area - we are a haven for country and nature lovers. Guests return year after year just to re-charge their batteries from their busy city lives, whether it be self-catering or on a bed and breakfast basis.
We bought Bella Manga in 2017, moving down from Johannesburg. We were looking for a less rushed life and a rural setting for raising our kids. We look forward to welcome guests and families to our piece of heaven.
Uplands is for the nature lover. It is teaming with birdlife and other animals including bush buck duikers, porcupine, otters and wild pigs. The ever elusive leopard also leaves his spoor from time to time.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bella Manga Country Escape
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Chapel/shrine
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    2 swimming pools
    Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Salt-water pool
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Bella Manga Country Escape takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 19:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 10:00 to 10:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 150 per stay
    Cot upon request
    ZAR 150 per stay
    3 - 8 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 150 per stay

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Mastercard Visa Cash Bella Manga Country Escape accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Bella Manga Country Escape in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about Bella Manga Country Escape

    • The prices at Bella Manga Country Escape may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Bella Manga Country Escape offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Horse riding
      • Swimming Pool

    • Bella Manga Country Escape is 7.5 miles from the centre of Plettenberg Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Bella Manga Country Escape is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.