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Lily Pond Country Lodge

4.0 star property
Upscale spa country house near Garden Route National Park

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Exterior
Lake
Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed (6)
Food and drink
Front of property
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
The price is €120
Price available on 12/5/2024

Check out the area

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Nature's Valley Road, Garden Route, The Crags, Western Cape, 6602
  • Popular LocationElephant Sanctuary8 min drive
  • Popular LocationBirds of Eden8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMonkeyland8 min drive
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Room options

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Luxury Suite, Garden Area

Luxury Suite, Garden Area

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Garden Room

Garden Room

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
  • 38 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Suite, Lakeside

Luxury Suite, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed (6)

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed (6)

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 60 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

The Crags

Located in The Crags, Lily Pond Country Lodge is in the mountains and on a lake. The Otter Hiking Trail and Storms River Suspension Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Garden Route National Park and Natures Valley Beach. Robberg Nature Reserve and Big Tree are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and horse riding, or hop on a segway for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer.
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What's nearby

  • Elephant Sanctuary - 8 min drive
  • Birds of Eden - 8 min drive
  • Monkeyland - 8 min drive
  • Natures Valley Beach - 12 min drive
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • Enrico Restaurant - 19 min drive
  • Moss and Maple Farmstall and Restaurant - 12 min drive
  • Steers - 4 min drive
  • The Peppermill - 6 min drive
  • Lily Pond Country Lodge - 1 min walk

About this property

Lily Pond Country Lodge

Upscale country house near Garden Route National Park
Located close to Natures Valley Beach, Lily Pond Country Lodge provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a corner/local shop and a terrace. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this country house. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage at the on-site spa. In addition to shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a local area shuttle and luggage storage
  • 1 meeting room, beach towels and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and fridges

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, German, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2002
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • CD player
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Deck/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 900.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 740
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: ZAR 740 (from 10 to 18 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 740
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: ZAR 740 (from 12 to 18 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 900.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility or hot tub
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Lily Pond Country Lodge Nature's Valley
Lily Pond Country Lodge
Lily Pond Country Nature's Valley
Lily Pond Country
Lily Pond Country Lodge The Crags
Lily Pond Country The Crags
Lily Pond Country The Crags
Lily Pond Country Lodge The Crags
Lily Pond Country Lodge Country House
Lily Pond Country Lodge Country House The Crags

Frequently asked questions

Does Lily Pond Country Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lily Pond Country Lodge?

As of 1 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lily Pond Country Lodge on 12 May 2024 start from €120.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Lily Pond Country Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lily Pond Country Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lily Pond Country Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Lily Pond Country Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Lily Pond Country Lodge located?

Situated on a lake, this spa country house is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Garden Route National Park and 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Natures Valley Beach. Robberg Nature Reserve and The Otter Hiking Trail are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Lily Pond Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Malebo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Magnificent
It amazing, the stuff was very friendly and took great care of us
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alamae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Property
What a stunning property, and amazing couple who own and run it. We loved our stay and cannot wait to visit once again - 2 nights was just too short. On a side note - the beds were like sleeping on a cloud.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a winner
I loved my stay at Lily Pond. Beautiful grounds and pond. Incredible bird life, singing frogs and absolutely no traffic noise to disturb the peace and tranquility. My accommodation was well appointed, comfortable, spacious and modern - I loved it. Niels and Margaret (owners/managers) were attentive, gracious and genuinely friendly hosts. I chose to have dinners at Lily Pond too - they were mouth-wateringly delicious! This place is a winner and I will be back very soon.
View from my room 😍
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

WORLD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing little gem...
Amazing little hidden gem with excellent staff. Very friendly...and tranquil....will definitely visit again..thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spammers
I am being spammed by this company
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jasleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful!
Such a beautiful lodge! Service is great and staff is polite and amazing.. Really great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I found the staff and our hosts to be very welcoming and extremely helpful. It was a real pleasure to stay at the Lily Pond Country Lodge. The Baboons wandering around the extremities of the grounds took us by surprise at first but on being assured that they were safe we enjoyed the experience. The rooms were large, high quality and very comfortable although the open plan nature of the bedroom and bathroom was not what we would have chosen..
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is not difficult to see why Lily Pond gets consistently good reviews. Such consistent reviews don’t just happen - they are testament to the professionalism and efforts of the owners, Niels and Margaret. Refreshing to see such hands on owners who have also trained their staff to their own high standards. Everything runs smoothly and apparently effortlessly but that only comes with excellent ownership/management. Spotlessly clean, very stylish with great attention to detail, excellent food and staff - could have taken Faith home with me for her smile and personality. Niels and Margaret you deserve your success - thank you. To anyone reading this I can highly recommend Lily Pond and would definitely stay again if in the area. Car wash was a nice extra touch!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well worth a visit.
Amazing relaxing place to stay. Attentive staff and food was absolutely fantastic. Our suite was lovely but be wary of the ordinary garden rooms as the toilet has no door or privacy. May not concern you but our friends who stayed in one found it very disconcerting.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018