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Thatchwood

4.0 of 5
63 Lyme Road, Saint Francis Bay 6312, South Africa
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Thatchwood
4.0 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
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Crowthorne, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2011
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Having just arrived from Uganda via Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth, it was great to have such a warm welcome - the offer of a glass of wine was very rapidly accepted. The room was great (and the bathroom stunning). Harrie and Sara made us feel very much at home and the lounge was a very pleasant place to sit in... More

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knysna
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2011

We tried to book a golf special here and there was a lot of confusion about it on the telephone, despite the fact of it being advertised...after several calls and an email we thought we were sorted. We weighed this guesthouse up with another similar package which included golf cart and found Thatchwood to be marginally cheaper. We were assured... More

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The Hague, The Netherlands
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2011

We stayed here for to nights in May. Such warm welcom!! The room was very comfortable with a view over the golfcourse and breakfast was perfect! The staff is very friendly and the owners (Harry and Sara) helpfull with ideas what to doe and were to eat(Barrons:best spareribs ever!!) More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2011

After a long drive from Johannesburg to St Francis Bay in the Eastern Cape, we where pleasantly surprised when we arrived at ThatchWood guest house. Thatch Wood guest house in St Francis Bay in the Eastern Cape is truly a home away from home. We where made to feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The rooms are... More

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Isle of Lewis
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2011

We stayed here for two night nights and loved it............wish we could have spent longer there. A warm and freindly welcome, with a glass of fine wine to greet us. Really infomrative chat and good tips for where to eat out in St Francis Bay. The room was fantastic............comfy and cosy. St Francis Bay is a beautiful town.............and the beaches... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2010

easy to find, huge bed, luxurious bathroom, wonderful hosts, lovely breakfasts and beautifully maintained. We are used to staying in four star hotels, words cannot do justice to this place. we stayed in room 1 but can see from the comments thjats other rooms are the same. More

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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2009

Very friendly host and excellent stylish African themed rooms with large well fitted bathrooms. There is an honesty bar if you fancy a drink. Very good breakfast We would certainly stay there again and would recommend it to others. This was our second stay in three years. More

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NI
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2009

This was just perfect from start to finish. Although we arrived late at night, we were welcomed warmly and shown to our rooms. The rooms were beautifully decorated in an african style and the bathrooms were huge. Breakfasts were great and all of the staff were so friendly and helpful. The owners Harrie & Sarah make sure you feel at... More

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Peterborough, UK
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2008

This was our last stop on a recent golfing trip, and what a lovely way to finish, the rooms are comfortable and the bathrooms excellent. But the thing that makes it special are the hosts Harrie and Sarah. Nothing is too much trouble for them. The honesty bar is a great place to chat and discover things, and they were... More

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SA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2008

We recently spent four days at Thatchwood and had a really fantastic time. Our room was beautifully furnished and the bathrooms are enormous!!( Ask for rooms 1. 2. or 3, new bathrooms) The breakfasts were yummy, fresh fruit and either continental or full breakfast. Harry and Sarah very attentative and they have such willing staff. For golfers book through the... More

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  • Thatchwood Saint Francis Bay
Address: 63 Lyme Road, Saint Francis Bay 6312, South Africa
Price range (per night):* 119 AUD - 138 AUD

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