Masescha Country Estate is situated in Harkerville – between Plettenberg Bay and Knysna. The location is a convenient base to explore the attractions and activities on the scenic Garden Route.

Mesescha meaning Hidden or Masked, is appropriately named as the 11 hectare estate is shrouded in a blissful, forested valley where birdsong and gently whispering breezes provide for a restful and rejuvenating getaway.

Accommodation is provided in a variety of clean, self-catering units as well as a Bed and Breakfast Guest Room.

The self-catering houses and cosy cottages are privately situated in the garden, each individually styled and featuring fully equipped kitchens, private braai areas and a welcome selection of tea and coffee on arrival.

Birdsong House is a traditionally styled farmhouse with 5 bedrooms (10 sleeper), 3 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen with washing machine and an open plan lounge/dining area with fireplace and DSTV with DVD player. The lounge opens onto a large patio overlooking the valley and forest with a partially covered dining area with braai facilities.

Haven Cottage is a quaint 6 sleeper unit with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and lounge/dining area with DSTV and DVD player. There is a double sleeper couch in the lounge and a sunny patio with braai facilities.

Sunbird Cottage is a modern, bright 1 bedroom unit with DSTV and a sleeper couch in the lounge to provide accommodation for 4 guests. There is an en-suite bathroom, full equipped kitchen and enclosed patio with braai facility.

Gazania is a self-catering room with an en-suite shower, kitchenette, DSTV and a small sitting/dining area. This unit has a private wooden deck with braai facility.

Lavender is a comfortable, budget room with 2 single beds, en-suite shower, TV with DSTV, kitchenette and a deck with braai area.

Valley View is a Bed and Breakfast Room which is located in the main house with private entrance.  This guest room has an en-suite bathroom, DSTV, tea/coffee station, fridge and sofa.  The unit has a private terrace overlooking the dams and forest with a braai facility.

For those lazy days, a scrumptious full English breakfast may be served on our main deck terrace overlooking the views. Catering options to be pre-booked in advance.

Masescha is ideal for romantic getaways, families and groups where a warm and friendly welcome awaits you.

RATES AT MASESCHA COUNTRY ESTATE

Rates are a guide price and will be confirmed when making your reservation

Rates are subject to change without notice

Low Season (10 January - 30 November)

ZAR1 150.00 – Birdsong House (5 bedrooms, 10 sleeper)

ZAR800.00 – Haven House (2 bedrooms, 6 sleeper)

ZAR650.00 – Sunbird Cottage – 1 adult (1 bedroom, 3 sleeper)

ZAR700.00 – Sunbird Cottage – 2 adults (1 bedroom, 3 sleeper)

ZAR820.00 – Sunbird Cottage – 3 adults (1 bedroom, 3 sleeper)

ZAR650.00 – Gazania (Self-Catering Room, 2 sleeper)

ZAR400.00 – Lavender Room – 1 adult (Self-Catering Room, 2 sleeper)

ZAR525.00 – Lavender Room – 2 adults (Self-Catering Room, 2 sleeper)

ZAR400.00 – Valley View Room – 1 adult (Bed & Breakfast Room)

ZAR550.00 – Valley View Room – 2 adults (Bed & Breakfast Room)

ZAR670.00 – Valley View Room – 3 adults (Bed & Breakfast Room)

High Season (1 December - 10 January)

ZAR3 250.00 – Birdsong House (5 bedrooms, 10 sleeper)

ZAR1 550.00 – Haven House (2 bedrooms, 6 sleeper)

ZAR1 700.00 – Sunbird Cottage – 1 adult (1 bedroom, 3 sleeper)

ZAR1 900.00 – Sunbird Cottage – 2 adults (1 bedroom, 3 sleeper)

ZAR2 200.00 – Sunbird Cottage – 3 adults (1 bedroom, 3 sleeper)

ZAR1 600.00 – Gazania (Self-Catering Room, 2 sleeper)

ZAR1 100.00 – Lavender Room – 1 adult (Self-Catering Room, 2 sleeper)

ZAR1 200.00 – Lavender Room – 2 adults (Self-Catering Room, 2 sleeper)

ZAR1 500.00 – Valley View Room – 1 adult (Bed & Breakfast Room)

ZAR1 550.00 – Valley View Room – 2 adults (Bed & Breakfast Room)

ZAR1 670.00 – Valley View Room – 3 adults (Bed & Breakfast Room)

SERVICES AND FACILITIES

Free Wi-Fi

DSTV

Swimming Pool

Braai Facilities

Housekeeping

Airport Transfers

Baby-sitting

Laundry facilities

Library

Board Games

Fishing Rod Hire

DVD Hire

Children's Play Area

ACTIVITIES ON SITE OR WITHIN CLOSE PROXIMITY

Birding

Fishing – Well Stocked Dams on Site (Fishing Rods available for Hire)

Quad Biking

Southern Comfort Horse-riding Ranch

La Paradiso Spa

Garden of Eden

Hiking

Wolf Sanctuary with Noah’s Ark Touch Farm

Knysna Elephant Park

Arts and Crafts

Keurbooms River Ferries and Boat Hire

Wild Waters Fun Park

Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve – Horseback Safari

Buffalo Hills Game Reserve

Paintball and Jungle Warfare

Plett Puzzle Park

Monkeyland

Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness – Sunrise/Sundown walk with Cheetahs

Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary

Plettenberg Bay’s Pristine Beaches

Bungy Jumping

Knysna Lagoon Cruises

International Surf School

Canoe Trips

Abseiling

Mountain Biking

Fishing Charters

Township Tours

World Class Golf Courses

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

3 Star Graded (TGCSA)

GPS Directions

Latitude 34° 1'46.44"S

Longitude 23° 14'27.74"E