Named for its magnificent views, Fairview House is an elegant owner-run boutique hotel on South Africa’s Garden Route. Set on a beautiful 68 acre estate just 10 minutes from Plettenberg Bay, this striking Cape-Dutch style hotel offers fabulous views of the Tsitsikamma Mountains and the Garden Route National Park. A haven of peace, Fairview offers easy access to a fantastic range of attractions – whale watching, stunning wild beaches, forest walks, vineyards, golf and much more await.

Fairview House is owned and run by the historic Rattray Family of Fugitives Drift, a charming luxury hotel with a homely atmosphere and just eight beautifully furnished standard and luxury rooms. These are divided between the Coach House and Main House and all offer spectacular views over the Outeniqua Mountains. The rooms all have an elegant and refined style and luxury rooms have either private balconies or verandas. The deluxe suite includes an adjoining children’s bedroom with twin beds making it an ideal option for families. All rooms are air- conditioned and contain tv, tea and coffee making facilities and wifi.

Fairview House has a lovely restaurant which serves breakfast, as well as lunch and dinner by arrangement. Picnics can also be arranged for those days spent exploring further afield. A sparkling pool set in a secluded location against a backdrop of stunning Cape fynbos vegetation offers a perfect spot to while away an afternoon.

Fairview House is well located for exploring this beautiful corner of the Garden Route and the range of attractions ensures there is something for everyone. The Robberg Peninsula and Nature’s Valley offer idyllic coastline, wild beaches and forest walks. Whale watching is just 10 minutes away at Keurbooms Beach and other boating trips including dolphin watching are also available. Mountain biking, hiking and horse riding are all nearby. Wine tasting at various local vineyards and picnics in scenic fynbos valleys are available. Golf lovers will be pleased to know that Fairview is within a short distance from several renowned golf courses. Families will find a wonderful range of activities from the Elephant Sanctuary to Puzzle Park and tree top canopy trails.

Fairview House offers the perfect base to do as much or as little as you like within beautiful and peaceful surroundings, and its location makes it an ideal stop on the Garden Route.