Wilderness Manor
397 Waterside Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Our hosts Gerald and JD were absolutely amazing hosts, very attentive, knowledge…”
“Gerald and JD were the perfect hosts, providing their guests with information an…”
“Our spacious suite overlooked the river and was situated close to the village re…”
“We stayed in a superb room with a balcony and four poster bed”
“Breakfast is first class, so fresh and plentiful”
“The breakfasts which we enjoyed on the terrace were delicious and substantial”
“The accommodation is beautifully presented and located overlooking the river 15 …”
“We stayed two nights and the location was great just walking distance from town”
“Rooms very spacious and clean”
“We loved the large spacious room, that was clean, well maintained and well equip…”
“Parking was off road and ample”
Overview
The elegant Wilderness Manor overlooks the Wilderness Lagoon. The guest house is 3 minutes' drive from the village centre and the beach. The rooms are either garden or lagoon facing and each has an en-suite bathroom with a separate bath and shower, double hand basins and heated towel rails. Guests can relax in the spacious guest lounge or reading room, decorated in an African colonial style, with oriental rugs, art and antiques. Activities in the surrounding area include beach walks, golf, bird watching, canoeing, cycling and hiking. The guest house is 2.6 km away from the Map Of Africa View Point and Wilderness National Park with it's Kingfisher Trail is 2 km away from Wilderness Manor.
Traveller reviews
PAUL
couple
February 9, 2026
“5 Star Guesthouse in beautiful Wilderness”
This is an incredibly lovely place to stay when visiting Wilderness. Our spacious suite overlooked the river and was situated close to the village restaurants and shops. Our hosts Gerald and JD were absolutely amazing hosts, very attentive, knowledgeable and provided a first class service. Breakfast is first class, so fresh and plentiful. We absolutely loved the Manor, faultless.
Christine
couple
February 3, 2026
“Superb”
We have just returned from 3 nights at Wilderness Manor which was our last stay on a month long holiday. The accommodation is beautifully presented and located overlooking the river 15 minutes level walk from Wilderness centre. Gerald and JD were the perfect hosts, providing their guests with information and tips on the area and were genuinely keen that they enjoyed their experiences at their lovely home and Wilderness. We stayed in a superb room with a balcony and four poster bed. The breakfasts which we enjoyed on the terrace were delicious and substantial.
Norma Edith Soneira
couple
February 2, 2026
“We found that the owners Gerald and JD were very friendly and well cater to your every need! I highly recommend it!”
We stayed two nights and the location was great just walking distance from town. Rooms very spacious and clean. The whole property was decorated tastefully. The breakfast was delicious! The hostess were very friendly and informative.
Gretton
couple
January 26, 2026
“Peaceful restful and relaxing.”
Superb breakfast,not to be missed. Perfect location, easy to walk to restaurants. Our hosts gave us plenty of information and suggestions on where to go in the area around.
Jason
couple
January 12, 2026
We loved the large spacious room, that was clean, well maintained and well equipped. The personal touches from Gerald and JD made us feel right at home.
Paula
couple
February 14, 2025
“Perfect place to explore the beach section of the garden route and yet keep some peace and quiet too.”
From the moment you arrive you feel relaxed. Gerald and JD are the perfect hosts. Wonderful rooms with great views and a fabulous breakfast. Attention to detail is second to none. Also full of ideas and tips to help you make the most of your stay. Lovely restaurants within walking distance. Our tip - book for longer as once you arrive you will wish you had!
peter
couple
February 3, 2025
“One of the best”
Gerald and JD were the perfect hosts who did everything to make our stay perfect. This was one of the best places we have stayed in South Africa. The breakfast was delicious with everything you could possibly want. We just want to go back. Thank you guys.
Paulo
family_with_children
January 11, 2025
Extraordinary location & wonderful hosts.
Christina Johanna Sophia
couple
January 7, 2025
“Superb place to stay!”
We really liked everything about this property with fantastic hosts! They were very pleasant and sharing a lot of excellent knowledge. Good location on the river, yet not too far from shopping and restaurants. Could do a lot of sightseeing without having to cross the busy N2 highway. The room we stayed in was nice and big and had everything needed with a little, very special private garden. A superb breakfast was served every morning!
Antoinette
couple
January 4, 2025
“Best stay we’ve had in a long time. JD and Gerald are the absolute best hosts very caring and professional”
Magnificent accommodation Beautiful Peaceful area
Julie and Jon
couple
December 28, 2024
“Warm, welcoming and eclectic accommodation.”
Beautifully styled, immaculately clean and well appointed for all your needs. Very knowledgeable, accommodating and attentive hosts.
Julie and Jon
couple
December 28, 2024
“Beautiful, comfortable and affordable.”
The property was so beautiful and eclectic. I loved it so much. Breakfast was great and there was good choice. Our hosts were attentive, sometimes a little too much, but willing to go above and beyond to ensure an enjoyable stay.
David
couple
December 5, 2024
“A great place to stay in Wilderness, possibly the best place to stay.”
Everything ... room was most comfortable, spacious and catered for all one's needs. Breakfast was superduper, really top-notch. Wilderness manor is a wonderful property, with a great view of the river. Gerald goes out of his way to make sure that your stay is most pleasant.
Gary
couple
May 11, 2024
“J.D. hospitality”
After long drive received by JD offering a cup of tea and great friendliness & local knowledge. Breakfests were generous and the rooms were lovely, one of the best B& B experiences anywhere.
Rob
couple
May 4, 2024
A wonderful, relaxing place to stay. Superb breakfasts. Great guidance on local walks, and where to eat & drink.
Sirus Tobias
couple
April 28, 2024
Very caring hosts, big and comfortable rooms, walking distance to restaurants, safe environment
Hawkins
couple
April 21, 2024
“Jd and Gerald are the ultimate hosts”
The accommodation was superb, unfortunately we had the garden facing room so nowhere to sit or relax in our room. The breakfasts were fantastic! Better than any restaurant. Our hosts were amazing and so informative about restaurants, places of interest etc. D6
Derbyshire
couple
March 1, 2024
“Really super hosts. Kind and extremely helpful”
It was large and comfortable with lovely views
Allan
couple
February 29, 2024
“Nice Hosts and Rooms, close to town.”
The breakfast was superb, a choice of cereals and fresh fruit with yogurts, selection of cold meats and cheese and fresh pastries and bread, followed by a freshly well cooked and presented hot breakfast. We had to be out by 8am one morning for a trip and they prepared an early breakfast for us that was the same as normal. The ground floor room was large and gave out to a delightful shaded garden, the bathroom with all the normal amenities was massive with large shower and bath. The hosts were attentive and had information to hand. The public rooms on the 1st Floor opened onto balconies that gave lovely views over the lagoon. A nice walk along the lagoon into Wilderness of 1km led to numerous places to eat and the other way to several walks into the park. Parking was off road and ample.
Hall
couple
January 25, 2024
“A short but fantastic stay, with warm and friendly hosts and we will definitely be back!”
The room was fantastic, very large and spacious and finished with everything we needed. The hosts were extremely friendly, informative and helpful offering us a lot of insight into the area and ensuring we felt at home.
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, Non-smoking throughout
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Laundry, Ironing service, 24-hour front desk, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Currency exchange
King Room with Lagoon View
The spacious double room features a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room with Lake View
This room is situated on the second floor and has views of the lagoon. It offers an en-suite bathroom with a separate bath and shower, double hand basins and heated towel rails.
Double or Twin Room with Lagoon View
This room is situated on the second floor and has views of the lagoon. It offers an en-suite bathroom with a separate bath and shower, double hand basins and heated towel rails.
Double or Twin Room with Garden View
This room is situated on the ground floor and comes with a private garden patio. It offers an en-suite bathroom with a separate bath and shower, double hand basins and heated towel rails.
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