The Fernery Lodge & Chalets

4.0 star property
Upscale lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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The Fernery Lodge & Chalets

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Family Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View | Living area
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Overview of The Fernery Lodge & Chalets

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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Forest Ferns Estate, Bluelilliesbush, Tsitsikamma, Storms River, Eastern Cape, 6308
  • Popular LocationFynboshoek Cheese19 min drive
  • Popular LocationMugg & Bean On The Move19 min drive
  • Popular LocationTsitsikamma Gardens19 min drive
  • Popular LocationBig Tree21 min drive
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Room options

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 2153 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Premium Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 484 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 484 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Lodge Garden Room No View

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 969 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Storms River

Located in Storms River, The Fernery Lodge & Chalets is in a rural area. Storms River Suspension Bridge and Dolphin Trail are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Tree and Tsitsikamma National Park. Natures Valley Beach is another place to visit that comes recommended. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, ziplining, and horse riding, or hop on a segway rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around Storms River.

What's nearby

  • Big Tree - 21 min drive
  • Blackwater Tubing - 24 min drive
  • Storms River Suspension Bridge - 54 min drive
  • Tsitsikamma National Park - 54 min drive
  • Dolphin Trail - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mugg & Bean On The Move - 19 min drive
  • Steers - 19 min drive
  • Cattle Baron - 34 min drive
  • Tsitsikamma Restuarant - 35 min drive
  • Fynboshoek Cheese - 19 min drive

About this property

The Fernery Lodge & Chalets

Upscale lodge in a rural location
Located close to Storms River Suspension Bridge and Dolphin Trail, The Fernery Lodge & Chalets provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this lodge. Indulge in a Swedish massage, a facial, and aromatherapy at Fern Spa, the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and hair dryers
  • Separate sitting areas, mini fridges, and cribs/infant beds

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Spa tub
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 floor
  • 11 buildings
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 270.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 270.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Fernery Lodge Chalets Storms River
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The Fernery & Chalets
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Fernery Lodge & Chalets have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at The Fernery Lodge & Chalets?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fernery Lodge & Chalets on May 5, 2024 start from CA $199.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Fernery Lodge & Chalets pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Fernery Lodge & Chalets?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Fernery Lodge & Chalets?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Fernery Lodge & Chalets?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does The Fernery Lodge & Chalets provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Fernery Lodge & Chalets located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa lodge is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Big Tree and within 20 mi (32 km) of Storms River Suspension Bridge and Tsitsikamma National Park. Dolphin Trail and Natures Valley Beach are also within 32 mi (52 km).

The Fernery Lodge & Chalets Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juliette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely beautiful spot where we were pampered with incredible food,massages,super friendly staff and amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ann

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel/resort. You can hire bikes. A bit of info about the trails would be helpful but we had great fun anyway. I read it’s adults only but there were children staying. This didn’t spoil our experience but just wanted to manage expectations. Would def recommend. The rooms are beautiful with forest views. Spacious and comfortable and the bathroom in our log cabin was spectacular. We also loved taking a dip in the hot tub situated by the waterfall. We had one night as we were passing through but a second would have been perfect just to enjoy all they have to offer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

eleni, chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a special property ! We were so pleasantly surprised with this wonderful hotel situated on the edge of a gorge with waterfalls, trees, streams and monkeys. We stayed in a log cabin which was so romantic and absolutely gorgeous. A monkey greeted us at the door! The cabin had a fireplace, and a patio area and a huge bathroom with showers and bathtub. The food for dinner and breakfast was phenomenal again with a breathtaking view. Unfortunately we only stayed one night on our way to a game park but we will certainly be back. I highly recommend this wonderful place !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Nathalie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Natural retreat !
Have faith! We go to the end of the surfaced road, only to find there was another 6 Km to go on forest tracks....it IS worth it ! We really enjoyed our time at The Fernery, and the staff were so attentive and helpful and the breakfasts were amazing! Just watch out for the monkeys and the sugar sachets, if you choose to dine on the terrace! As it was nearing the end of the season, the on-site pool was a little cool for use, but if the weather had been warmer, it could have been refreshing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

sharon

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing scenery!
It was so amazing! So private and in nature it was unbelievable! With amazing friendly service with great food and scenery I wouldn’t choose a other destination. I would highly recommend the cabins if you want a private adventure in the woods!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Clair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021