Cottage Pie Villa by The Robberg Beach Lodge

In the picturesque seaside town of Plettenberg Bay lies the wholesome and charming four star guest accommodation, Cottage Pie Villa. A beautiful and welcoming cottage that is nestled beside The Robberg Beach Lodge, Cottage Pie Villa is just a stones throw away from world renowned Robberg 5 Beach. The blue flag beach, known for its magnificent waves, spectacular views and breathtaking whale and dolphin sightings, is the ideal destination for your summer holiday. Hot sun, sand and surf for the whole family to enjoy is just 100m from your front door. 

Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, the quaint charm and comfort of Cottage Pie Villa overlooks a tranquil close filled with an abundance of lush, indigenous flora and sweet birdsong accompanied by the sounds of the nearby waves crashing onto the shore. The 4 star cottage shares the amenities with the neighbouring 5 star beachside boutique hotel, The Robberg Beach Lodge. The Robberg Beach Lodge includes a view deck in the Robberg house that is accompanied by a fully stocked bar, a sundowner terrace with 360 degree views of Robberg and Plettenberg Bay, a swimming pool with a convenient outdoor bar. With an all access pass to The Robberg Beach Lodge’s amenities, Cottage Pie Villa provides you with access to 5 star amenities and experiences on a pocket-friendly 4 star budget.

Rooms

There is no shortage of choice when finding what room best suits you, your family and your budget. Cottage Pie Villa offers beautiful rooms with sand and sea coloured decor and washed-wood floors that are filled with the gentle sounds of the ocean. 6 Garden Rooms (Cottage Standard Rooms) and 2 Cottage Suites as well as a Self Catering Family Unit make up the property. 

The Cottage Suites include a secluded private garden shaded by a bougainvillea terrace, an outside communal braai (South African “barbecue”) and a sparkling swimming pool near the beachfront of the Garden Route’s breathtaking Plettenberg Bay.

The 2 spacious Luxury Suites are perfect for families that are traveling with small children, or couples on a romantic get away who enjoy having lots of space and privacy. Each luxury suite also contains a comfortable pull out sofa bed which can accommodate 2 young children who need a good night’s sleep after a fun day at the nearby Robberg 5 beach. 

Cottage Pie Villa also has a Self Catering Unit that is ideal for families wanting to have a more independent holiday. The self catering unit includes a full bathroom, plus a separate shower and water closet, a fully equipped kitchenette and private parking space.

Upon waking, take a deep breath of the sea air and slowly make your way down to breakfast, held in the dining room, next to the pool or on the sea facing verandah at the neighbouring Beachy Head Villa, part of The Robberg Beach Lodge.

What to do in Plettenberg Bay

Plettenberg Bay offers a variety of activities perfect for the whole family or a couple looking for some romance. Take a stroll down to The Robberg 4 beach just 100m away from your room’s front door and enjoy all that the waters have to offer. Take a picnic basket, which the hotel will happily prepare for you and enjoy refreshing food and beverages right on the ocean’s shore. This is great for couples who want to sit back, feel the sand between their toes and sip on a glass of wine while taking in the ocean views. Or to keep the kids fuelled and ready for more fun on their family beach day. After your picnic enjoy the vastness of The Robberg 4 beach by going for a long, serene beach walk, ranging from 3km to 5km and 10km or, for the more adventurous, hike around the breathtaking Robberg Nature Reserve . Go further into the seas for an ocean expedition. Ride the waves on a fast and strong boat that takes you to the best places for out of this world whale, dolphin and seal sightings.

When not lounging on the beach or surfing the waves, take your family to visit all the flora and fauna that Plettenberg Bay’s Monkey Land has to offer. Monkey land is the world's first free roaming multi- specie primate sanctuary which provides intimate strolls alongside the animals, grand indigenous trees and plants and spectacular sights to be seen. When you have completed your monkey adventure make your way across the road to Birds of Eden for even more up close and personal experiences with the fascinating animals that reside there. Under the vast two hectare dome, the world's largest free flight aviary, you will find over 3500 birds from over 220 species. Lose yourself amongst the dense forest backdrop while you listen to the sweet song of the birds.

Plettenberg Bay has a wide array of restaurants ranging from the charming town centre coffee shops to incredible ocean view bistros. The Garden Route and Plettenberg bay offers a wide range of local wineries that are open for wine tasting. Treat your palate to the exquisite locally made and award winning wines from wineries such as Bramon and Monty & Kay. Relax amongst the vineyards against the backdrop of the serene Tsitsikamma mountains while you sip on local excellence.