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 center, 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 in particular 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 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
or
4 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 1:
2 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've 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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See what guests loved the most:

  • Battokiri
    Russia Russia
    We very like environment (farm, forrest, fields, animals) and breakfast which was amazing. Great staff and nice unusual room.
  • Jon
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Breakfast was amazing, the pool is awesome and I had a quick swim in the morning before brekky. Tranquil and serene mountain retreat! We will definitely be back! The property is perfect. The rooms were very lovely. The hosts were friendly and...
  • Peter
    United States of America United States of America
    Bella Manga is an exceptional find, everything about this place is well designed, luxurious and above and beyond friendly. We were treated like best friends and the personal touch on every detail kept us at awe.

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

Area info

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

Most popular amenities
  • 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
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • High chair
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Baggage storage
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • 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
    • Safe
    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
    • Saltwater pool
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

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

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs 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 need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

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

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

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

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

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

    FAQs about Bella Manga Country Escape

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

    • The prices at Bella Manga Country Escape may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

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

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Playground
      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Horseback riding
      • Swimming pool

    • Check-in at Bella Manga Country Escape is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.