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Sandals, a thatched lodge, decorated in an Afro-Caribbean style, is set amongst lush indigenous milkwood trees. The palm fringed pool, fully licensed pool bar and craggy rocks create a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. Sandals provides beach accommodation in St Francis Bay in the Eastern Cape. Warm hospitality, good food and excellent service await guests at Sandals. Sandals exudes warmth and friendliness that echo in our staff and your hosts, Tess & Ryszard Strzelecki.
Sandals is ideally situated in the picturesque town of St Francis Bay. The ambiance of this “Boutique Guesthouse” is a unique and international blend of our superb hospitality, cuisine and service. Our lush treed and palm-fringed thatched house is decorated in a tropical-African flavour. Situated 50 metres from the main beach, nestling amongst large indigenous rocks echoing to the sounds of birds, Sandals offers you unsurpassed luxury with its pool bar holiday setting and spacious wooden decks. |
Spacious bedrooms have baths, showers, extra length beds, private decks or patios and all modern comforts. Our harmonious creation of wood, thatch and stone. Accommodation is spacious and our individually decorated bedrooms, with sliding doors, open onto your private balcony or the tropical garden. We offer 10 large en-suite luxury bedrooms, all with baths, showers, and extra length beds. Our swimming pool is set in lush semi-tropical gardens.
Besides our extraordinary levels of friendliness, service and attention, we at Sandals always strive to ensure that your stay with us will be an unforgettable pleasure, whether you are on holiday, enjoying a romantic getaway or on a conference trip. Our thoughtfully planned suites ensure that “feels like home” comfort even whilst you are away. |
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Each Room includes: Satellite television, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryers, telephones and guest ammenities
The restaurant with its vibrant and earthy African - Caribbean decor creates an elegantly charming and cheerful ambiance for your dining enjoyment. Sandals cuisine embraces South Africa's rich natural abundance of fresh fruit, vegetables, fish and shellfish. Sample imaginative local and international dishes infused with African spices and Indian Ocean flavours.capturing the essence of our South African cuisine.
Sandals is merely an hour's drive from Port Elizabeth and game reserves, metres from the main beach and within walking distance of quaint village shops, golf course, restaurants, tennis and squash courts. |
In addition, Sandals offers comfortable and affordable Conferencing Facilities in ideal surroundings for both work and play. Our secluded facilities ensure a work-friendly environment. Say "goodbye" to the distraction of hundreds of holidaymakers and noise pollution associated with large towns or cities. Our self-contained facility and friendly surroundings will ensure you feel right at home. Come and experience our unique atmosphere in laid-back luxury.
When business comes to conclusion, celebrate your achievements and enjoy the numerous outside activities St Francis Bay has to offer - golf, tennis, squash, bowling, beaching and more - all of which are situated no more than a few minutes walk from Sandals Conference Centre.
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Things to do in the area:
St Francis Bay boasts a beautifully laid-out 18- hole Golf Course, where you are most welcome. Shamwari Game Reserve, Kariega Game Reserve, Baviaanskloof Mega-Reserve, Kwandwe Game Reserve, Addo National Elephant Park, or game viewing at Schotia Safaris are great places to visit as a family. These are all lovely attractions within 1-1/2 hours drive from St Francis Bay. |
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| The Sand River Dunes - Hiking along the Sand River is recommended at any time off the year. If you are lucky, you may see the beautiful Crystal Pools. The water in the Sand River flows underground, over the hard rocky substrate that underlines the dunes. After heavy rains, the water table rises to form Crystal Pools. |
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| Eco Boat Cruises - Enjoy boat cruises around the Bay. You'll discover abundant bird and marine life - including penguins, whales and dolphins. Boats may not venture closer than 300m to any whale. For more information on our whales off this spectacular coastline see www.whaleroute.com |
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River Cruises - Explore the upper reaches of the Kromme River on a comfortable motor launch. Stop over at Stony Boma River Camp for a picnic or barbeque. After lunch, relax or go for a hike, canoeing, fishing or birding on the river. |
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Surfing - A photographer in the 60's Bruce Brown, searched the world for the Perfect Wave. He found it at St Francis Bay, and named it 'Bruce's Beauties' - St Francis Bay is one of the world's great surf spots - and YOU need not be a surfer to enjoy this graceful sport. Delight in watching the followers "search" for the perfect wave! |
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Marina Cruise - Take an hour-long trip and sip a soothing drink or two as you experience South Africa's own 'Little Venice' aboard a comfortable cruiser. Picturesque white-walled thatched homes reflect in the tranquil waters of the meandering canals whilst the ever-present songs of resident bird life serenade you. |
| Irma Booysen Flora Reserve - During the development of Cape St. Francis, Irma Booysen persuaded her husband, the original owner of the farm Ongegunde Vryheid, to set land aside to protect the fynbos of the area. The Reserve lies within 200m of the Cape St. Francis Resort. A walk through the reserve is a must-do for all lovers of nature and indigenous flora such as this fynbos. Maps and plant guides are available at the Resort's reception office. |
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Game & Lion Park - Enjoy the wildlife at Seaview Game & Lion Park with 40 species of African wildlife to view, including lions, jackals, lynx, crocodiles, giraffe, zebra, baboons, monkeys, wildebeest, and many others.
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| Bungy - For the thrill-seekers, experience the adrenalin of a 216m bungy jump, the highest Bungy Jump in the world. If you get enough thrill from being in a high spot without the jump, take a guided tour over the largest bridge in Africa. |
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Lalibela Game Reserve - This Big Five private game reserve spans 5 ecosystems( valley busheveld, savannah grassland, fynbos, riverine forest and acacia woodland). Consisting of 7,500 hectares(approxiamtely 18,500 acres), there are no public roads running through the property and all the animals including predators, are free-roaming throughout the reserve. Experience a game drive in an open vehicle where you come face to face with a multitude of game. |
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Cheetah Breeding Camp - Visit the Cheetah Breeding Camp. This camp offers the unique possiblility to experience cheetahs from several age groups up close while they are playing, relaxing or being fed. |
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Forest Canopy Tours - Have you ever wanted to know what birds feel like when they fly? Come close to this experience while partaking on a Forest Canopy Tour. |
| Elephant Walking Safaris - Experience the famous Knysna Forest alongside our African Elephants, A guided nature walk through the fynbos, into the valley and stunning indigenous and exotic forest. Touch and feed the gentle giants. |
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| Monkeyland - Monkeyland offers visitors safaris conducted by experienced game rangers where you can expect to see many species of monkeys as well as a large variety of forest dwelling birds. |
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| Birds of Eden - Birds of Eden is the largest free flight bird aviary in the world. A top eco-tourism attraction in the Garden Route of South Africa. Take the adventure of walking across our 128m suspension bridge, the longest one of it's kind in Africa, above the forest canopy. |
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Other Activities...
- You deserve to be pampered and spoilt, so let us call Stella for an Aromatherapy, Reflexology or Reiki treatment.
- Do some serious R&R while working on your tan and head for the beaches..
- Be brave and try out the latest adrenalin craze - sand-board with Aloe Africa!
- Think big and live your dream . . .buy a house - http://www.bgestates.co.za/property_search.php
- Experience the “oasis” of Humansdorp and visit Le Chameleon Padastal.
- Delight in ocean views from a seagull’s point of view and book a Micro-light trip.
- Get energetic with a leisurely walk or challenging hike along the beaches, up the Sand River and through the Nature Reserve.
- A romantic sunset & champagne! Let us do the planning . . . and you do the indulging!
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General Information...
At the Southern-most tip of the African continent lies South Africa, a diverse nation in extraordinary cultures, exciting wildlife and unique destinations.
International airports in either of the two major cities, Cape Town or Johannesburg (Gauteng), provide easy access to this Southern jewel. With over 3,000km of coast and an extensive interior to explore, you’ll find this country a treasure trove of unforgettable experiences. Two areas in particular stand out as being both rich in beauty and diverse in activities;
The Garden Route and The Kouga Region.
The gateway of the “Garden Route” is now on the map! First sighted in 1575 by Portugese Sailors and hence named after the Patron Saint of St Francis, St Francis Bay is a mere one hours drive from Port Elizabeth. This tranquil village with its meandering waterways, picturesque thatched houses, abundant birdlife and golden miles of beaches is the perfect spot to just break-away! A unique eco-destination, mild year-round temperatures and the longest sunshine hours on the South African Coast ensure that St Francis Bay is a sought after destination for the discerning and adventurous traveler.
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